Product Overview
Sonnet's Qio supports the three major HD video memory card formats in one compact, high-performance device. Qio reads P2, SxS, and CompactFlash® memory cards - and external media readers with an eSATA interface, all at high speed. Replacing multiple standalone readers, Qio's dual P2, SxS, and CF slots enable you to ingest files more efficiently at a bandwidth up to 200 MB/sec.
Sonnet's Qio is compatible with both Mac and PC.
Sonnet Qio Features:
- Replaces Multiple Card Readers: Comprehensive memory card compatibility with support for Sony® SxS, Panasonic® P2, and CompactFlash; XQD cards also supported (requires adapter, sold separately)
- Fast: Uses PCI Express® bus interface to deliver superior performance; aggregate bandwidth of 200 MB/sec.
- Choice of Interfaces: Qio package includes your choice of interface: PCI Express 2.0 card for PC desktops, or Thunderbolt interface adapter* for any Mac with a Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port
- Mac and Windows Compatible: Qio works within your workflow, regardless the platform you’ve chosen; simply connect Qio to the appropriate interface for your Mac or PC desktop and you’re good to go
- Built-in eSATA Connections: Connect media readers with eSATA interfaces
- Small and Rugged: Strong aluminum case measures just 5.9" x 6.2" x 1.22"
- Easy to Secure: Slot for Kensington and similar security locks to secure the device and deter theft
Sonnet Qio Specifications:
- Warranty: 2-year
- Form Factor: Qio media card reader
- External Connectors (Qio Enclosure)
- Two CompactFlash (CF)
- Two CardBus (P2)
- Two ExpressCard/34 (SxS)
- Four eSATA
- External PCIe x1 - 18
- Three power
- Host Connector (PCIeAdapter Card): External PCIe x1 -18
- Host Connector (Thunderbolt Adapter): Thunderbolt
- Data Transfer Speed: Up to 200 MB/s aggregate
- Bus Interface: PCI Express x1
- Supported Media, CompactFlash Slots: Type ICompactFlash
- Supported Media, CardBus Slots: Panasonic P2, P2E-series; microP2 (with microP2 adapter)
- Supported Media, ExpressCard/34 Slots:
- Sony SxS, SxS-1™ G1A, SxS Pro™, SxS Pro+
- XQD using Sony XQD ExpressCard Adapter QDAEX1/SC1
- External Media Readers Supported: Four with eSATAinterfaces, such as RED STATION REDMAG 1.8" or 2.5"
- Firmware: Flash-ROM upgradeable to latest firmwareversion
- Hot Plug Qio: OS X only
- Dimensions: 5.9" W x 6.2" D x1.2" H (14.9 x 15.7 x 3 cm)
- Power:
- Absolute Maximum Input Voltage:
- 14V (Rev A, B, C)
- 20V (Rev D and later)
- RoHS Compliant: Yes
- Universal Package Contents:
- Qio Pro Universal Media Reader
- Universal 12V power supply with 10-foot cable
- 1-meter external PCIe x1 interface cable
- Documentation
- Unique Package Contents (QIO-PCIE-W): PCIe 2.0 bus extender card
- Unique Package Contents (QIO-TB):
- Thunderbolt interface adapter
- 0.5-meter Thunderbolt cable
