Q-SYS CIAES16 16-Channel AES-3 Digital Input Card for Core I/O

The Q-SYS CIAES16 is a dedicated I/O expansion card built for systems integrators and AV engineers who need structured AES-3 digital audio input within a Q-SYS Core platform. Carrying sixteen channels of AES-3 input across dual RJ45 connectors, this card is suited for installed systems where digital sources such as broadcast feeds, digital consoles, or DSP outputs need to be ingested cleanly into a Q-SYS processing environment.

For permanent install applications including houses of worship, convention centers, performing arts venues, and corporate AV systems, the CIAES16 provides a straightforward path to high-channel-count digital input without additional conversion hardware. The RJ45 connector format supports structured cabling practices common in fixed installations, reducing termination complexity and keeping rack spaces organized. Compared to analog expansion alternatives, this card eliminates conversion noise and preserves the integrity of digital source signals natively within the Q-SYS ecosystem.