AVPro Edge x2 Audio Only Input Card for the AXOIN-X Chassis. With 2Ch and TOSLINK inputs.

Product Overview

The AVPro Edge x2 Audio-Only Input Card is a plug-in expansion module designed exclusively for the AXION-X chassis, adding dedicated audio input capability to your AV-over-IP distribution system. The card accepts both 2-channel analog audio and TOSLINK optical (S/PDIF) digital audio, making it compatible with a wide range of audio-only source devices. It is not a standalone unit — it requires an AC-AXION-X chassis to operate. For integrators building out AXION-X systems with audio sources such as streaming players, Blu-ray decks, or cable boxes that output audio separately from video, this card provides the correct input path.

Product Description

The AXION-X platform from AVPro Edge is a modular, slot-based matrix switcher chassis that allows installers to configure input and output cards according to the exact demands of each project. The x2 Audio-Only Input Card fills a specific role: it routes audio-only signals — those lacking an HDMI video component — into the AXION-X matrix fabric for distribution across the installation. The card occupies a single input slot in the chassis and presents two discrete audio inputs, one analog stereo pair and one TOSLINK digital optical port. This approach lets integrators handle sources such as turntables, CD players, or streaming audio devices that do not carry video signals, incorporating them into the same switching matrix as HDMI video sources.

Because the AXION-X chassis handles all signal routing centrally, adding this audio input card does not require additional external switchers or mixers for basic audio routing tasks. Installation is straightforward: the card slides into an available input slot on the AXION-X chassis and is recognized by the system. Both the analog and TOSLINK inputs are available simultaneously, though they serve as two independent input channels within the matrix.

Key Features

• 2-Channel Analog Audio Input — Accepts a standard stereo analog audio pair, compatible with a broad range of consumer and professional audio source devices.
• TOSLINK Optical (S/PDIF) Input — Supports digital audio sources that output via optical connection, including Blu-ray players, game consoles, and streaming devices.
• Dedicated Audio-Only Path — Designed specifically for sources that carry audio without video, keeping the audio routing integrated within the AXION-X matrix fabric.
• Modular Slot-Based Installation — Installs into any available input slot on the AC-AXION-X chassis with no additional hardware required.
• Two Independent Input Channels — The analog and TOSLINK ports each function as a discrete input within the matrix, enabling independent routing to different output zones.
• Compatible with AXION-X Ecosystem — Works alongside HDMI, HDBaseT, and other AXION-X input cards within the same chassis for a unified switching environment.
• No External Converter Required — Audio signals are handled natively by the card, eliminating the need for outboard audio format converters in the signal chain.

Typical Applications

• Adding audio-only sources such as CD players, streaming audio devices, or turntables to an AXION-X matrix system.
• Multi-zone residential or commercial AV installations where audio sources must be distributed independently of video.
• Hospitality and corporate AV environments that require background music or paging audio within a centralized matrix switcher.
• Expanding an existing AXION-X chassis to accommodate new audio-only source devices without replacing the chassis or adding external switchers.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this card work without the AXION-X chassis?

No. The x2 Audio-Only Input Card is a plug-in module and requires an AC-AXION-X chassis to function. It cannot operate as a standalone device.

Can both the analog and TOSLINK inputs be used at the same time?

Yes. Both inputs are active simultaneously and each is treated as an independent input channel within the AXION-X matrix.

What type of analog audio connector does the card use?

The card accepts a standard 2-channel (stereo) analog audio input. Refer to the AVPro Edge AC-AXION-X installation guide for connector pinout details.

Can this card route audio to multiple output zones?

Yes. The AXION-X chassis handles all routing. Once the audio source is connected through this card, it can be routed to any output configured in the matrix.