Q-SYS Core 8 Flex Network + Analog I/O Processor
Q-SYS Core 8 Flex Network + Analog I/O Processor
SoundPro Item: 92488 | Part Number: CORE8FLEX-BUNDLE
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In addition to its 64 x 64 network I/O capacity, the Core 8 Flex offers eight on-board Flex channels and eight GPIO on-ramps to integrate analog audio and control devices into the Q-SYS Ecosystem. Ideal for in-room processing with both analog & networked endpoints.
Rather than deploying an AV&C processor with unused analog I/O that occupies a full rack space, Core 8 Flex offers a smaller solution with several mounting options. However, its smaller form factor does not compromise on functionality; instead Core 8 Flex delivers a full featured control engine for third-party device control, full paging and BGM capabilities, automation, monitoring and beyond.
The Core 8 Flex provides the AV infrastructure to enable full room web conference integration, particularly for larger, more challenging spaces. It features USB integration with all major web conferencing applications, eight channels of acoustic echo cancellation (AEC), two VoIP softphones, Software-based Dante to enable modern microphones, and a full-featured control engine for third-party device integration.
The Q-SYS Core 8 Flex joins a growing lineup of AV&C processors built on a flexible software foundation. Like all Q-SYS Core processors, the Core 8 Flex lets integrators take full advantage of the same Q-SYS software suite to design and configure systems. End users can take full advantage of all native Q-SYS peripherals and the system's ability to scale your system without having to rip-and-replace your configuration file, as well as receive the latest platform functionality upgrades and security updates from Q-SYS through a simple firmware update.
Expand Functionality at the Software Level
Q-SYS Scaling Licenses allow you to leverage the unique software-based nature of Q-SYS to scale targeted feature sets to the needs of specific applications and use cases.
- 64 x 64 networked audio channels (Q-LAN / AES67)
- 8x on-board Flex channels and GPIO
- 8x AEC processors
- up to 32 x 32 Dante audio channels (8 x 8 included)
- USB AV bridging (8 x 8 audio + Q-SYS camera support)
- Full-featured Q-SYS Control engine (with optional feature license)
- External USB audio device host
- Up to 2x VoIP instances
- 1U half-width, includes mounting hardware
- Q-LAN / AES67 channels64 x 64
- Dante channels8 x 8 (included); licensable up to 32 x 32
- Local analog I/O channels8 flex
- AEC processors8
- VoIP instances2
- Audio recording / playback4 ch recording / 16 ch playback (expandable to 32 ch with optional license)
- Q-SYS NM-T1 capacity3 (base capacity); 6 (with Collaboration Bundle scaling license)
- Network peripheralsup to 32
- Phantom power+48 VDC, 10 mA per input max
- A/D-D/A converters24 bit
- Sample rate48 kHz
- RS-2322 ports
- GPIO8 x 8
- Channel count8 x 8
- Bit depth16 bit
- Sample rate48 kHz
- USB audio device hostingSupport for standard USB headset, speakerphone
- Power consumption40 W typical
- Device dimensions (H x W x D)1.72 x 8.66 x 11.28 in (43.6 x 220 x 286.6 mm)
- Weight4.0 lbs (1.8 kg)
FAQs
Q: What is the Q-SYS Core 8 Flex used for?
A: The Q-SYS Core 8 Flex is an AV&C (audio, video, and control) processor designed for in-room audio processing, web conferencing integration, paging, background music, and third-party device control. It is ideal for meeting rooms, conference spaces, and networked AV installations.
Q: How many network audio channels does the Core 8 Flex support?
A: It supports 64x64 networked audio channels via Q-LAN/AES67. It also includes 8x8 Dante channels, which can be licensed up to 32x32.
Q: Does the Q-SYS Core 8 Flex support acoustic echo cancellation (AEC)?
A: Yes. It includes 8 channels of hardware-based acoustic echo cancellation, making it well-suited for conference rooms and video collaboration spaces.
Q: Can the Core 8 Flex integrate with web conferencing platforms like Zoom or Microsoft Teams?
A: Yes. It features USB AV bridging with 8x8 audio and Q-SYS camera support, providing full integration with all major web conferencing applications.
Q: What are the Dante capabilities of the Q-SYS Core 8 Flex?
A: The Core 8 Flex includes software-based Dante with 8x8 channels included out of the box. This can be licensed up to 32x32 channels to support larger installations and modern networked microphones.
Q: What is the form factor of the Q-SYS Core 8 Flex?
A: It is a compact 1U half-width unit measuring 1.72 x 8.66 x 11.28 inches and weighing 4.0 lbs. It includes mounting hardware and is designed to save rack space without sacrificing functionality.
Q: Is the Q-SYS Core 8 Flex scalable?
A: Yes. Like all Q-SYS Core processors, the Core 8 Flex is built on a software-based platform. You can expand features such as Dante channel count, VoIP instances, and collaboration capabilities through Q-SYS Scaling Licenses — no hardware replacement required.
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