Quam Nichols Released New PoE Audio Endpoint Line
The QIP series brings SIP and Multicast-compatible networked audio to enterprise communication environments.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Telecommunications
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Quam Nichols has announced the QIP product family, a new line of Power over Ethernet (PoE) endpoints designed for integration with VoIP and SIP systems. These devices provide digital high-fidelity audio output and integrated microphone input for networked communications.
Why it matters
The release introduces networked audio performance into digital environments that require compatibility with SIP and Singlewire InformaCast platforms. This development allows organizations to modernize communication workflows using standardized PoE infrastructure.
The QIP endpoints leverage Class D amplification and integrated digital signal processing to manage audio. SIP models feature support for G.711µ, G.711a, and G.722 codecs, while Multicast models support G.711µ and G.711a.
The players
Quam Nichols
An audio equipment manufacturer focused on networked audio hardware and communication endpoints for enterprise infrastructure.
The details
These endpoints utilize SIP (Session Initiation Protocol — a standard for signaling and controlling voice communication sessions) and Multicast to deliver networked audio. Each unit incorporates internal Class D amplification — a high-efficiency switching amplifier design — and digital signal processing to maintain sound quality. The system is managed through the Quam Endpoint Manager software, which handles the deployment of the ceiling and wall-mounted hardware units.
Timeline
September 21, 2026: Quam Nichols officially announced the QIP product line.
The Tech Race
The QIP series positions Quam Nichols to capture greater share in environments already standardized on Singlewire InformaCast and SIP infrastructure. This release directly targets the ongoing industry shift toward fully networked, PoE-powered audio ecosystems that reduce physical cabling complexity.
Installers and IT departments can deploy these devices using existing IEEE 802.3af/at power infrastructure, eliminating the need for dedicated local power cabling. The ecosystem is supported by the Quam Endpoint Manager, which streamlines the configuration of tile replacement, ceiling, and wall-mounted units.
The takeaway
The QIP line signals a move toward standardized, high-fidelity networked audio for institutional communication platforms. Stakeholders should monitor the manufacturer's roadmap for upcoming model variants to see how the product family expands beyond current ceiling and wall-mount form factors.
What happens next
Quam Nichols has indicated that additional QIP endpoint models are planned for future release.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Commercial Integrator.
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