TouchMonitor 5
Eyes on Your Audio Network
The TouchMonitor 5 is our compact loudness meter designed for Audio over IP applications. Building on our proud tradition of crafting broadcast-ready metering devices, this model boasts a 5-inch intuitive touchscreen and a space-saving design, perfect for your desktop.
The TouchMonitor 5 delivers RTW-standard precision metering, featuring a Loudness Chart for tracking loudness over time and a Vectorscope for detecting phase issues.
- Network-based advanced loudness meter with 5" touch screen
- Supports 16 channels for immersive formats such as Dolby Atmos®
- Provides a comprehensive suite of measurement tools for loudness, level and phase
- Available in two versions: Dante® and Ravenna/AES67/ST 2110
Stereo, Surround, Immersive
With support for up to 16 AoIP network channels, TouchMonitor 5 can handle channel configurations from stereo to 9.1.6.
Among the many supported formats you will find 5.1 and 7.1 surround as well as 7.1.4 and 9.1.6 immersive.
TouchMonitor 5 Instruments & Tools
Among the many supported formats you will find 5.1 and 7.1 surround as well as 7.1.4 and 9.1.6 immersive.
It offers level and loudness meters, stereo and phase tools, and detailed spectral analysis ensure precision at every stage. System and compliance tools keep performance and standards in check, all within one powerful platform.
Network Display: Metering Anywhere, Anytime
With Network Display, engineers, mixers, and operators can view real-time audio measurements anywhere on the local network using a standard web browser - without the need for extra hardware.
Whether monitoring from the control room, a production suite, or across multiple workstations, Network Display provides unmatched flexibility and helps streamline workflows.
Key Features
- Immersive meter with 5” touch display and 16 channels
- Support for stereo- surround and -immersive formats including 5.1 and 7.1.4
- RTW precision metering with customizable PPM and TruePeak bargraphs and Moving Coil instruments
- Audio Vectorscope and Phase Correlation Meter
- Chart instrument for the measurement of Loudness over time
- Real Time Analyzer for visualization of the energy distribution across the frequency spectrum
- LFE Bleed instrument for the detection of high-frequency content in the LFE channel
- Full implementation of the latest loudness standards and recommendations including dialog gated loudness
- Bargraphs for summed Loudness with Momentary, Shortterm, Integrated values, and Loudness Range (LRA)
- Numerical display of all relevant values like M, S, I, LRA, TPmax, Mmax, Smax, Itime, Sd, Id, LRAd, D%
- LRA instrument
- Ratio instrument for the comparison of two loudness measurements
- Clock instrument: Timekeeping built for broadcasters
- Action instrument with powerful control capabilities
- Customizable view pages
- Network Display (license option) for audio measurement in the network with a standard web browser
- Easy Setup with Web-based Interface
- Power over Ethernet (PoE – IEEE 802.3af compliant)
- Sample rate up to 96 kHz
- Lockable Operation Mode: Fool-proof setup with access only to relevant controls. Prevents unintentional operation during showtime
Design Your Own View Pages
TouchMonitor 5 lets you design your own view pages.
For each instrument you can decide on size, ratio and placement, and several instruments can be rotated to fit your needs.
Buttons can be placed anywhere on the screen, those that are placed in the swipeable side bar are available across view pages.
The 2025 New View Editor video on our YouTube channel shows how to create views for TouchMonitor 5.
Built for Audio over IP networks
The TouchMonitor 5 is specifically designed for Audio over IP networks, supporting both Dante® and Ravenna protocols. Its network port delivers 16 audio channels while also handling power and control functionalities.
Two Versions
TouchMonitor 5 comes in two versions, one for Dante® networks and one for RAVENNA® networks. It supports 32 channels in and out, up to 96 kHz.
- Made for Dante® Audio over IP networks
- AES 67 (48 kHz only)
Order-no.: 220517NT
- Made for RAVENNA® Audio over IP networks
- AES 67
- SMPTE ST 2110-30 (one port)
- PTP Slave-only Mode
- NMOS
- Supports unicast streams
Order-no.: 220518NT
Easy Setup with Web-based Interface
As a true network device, the TouchMonitor 5 is configured via the network using a standard web browser.
This interface allows you to adjust overall settings, manage presets, and more. Additionally, you can control access to the device, restricting specific features to prevent accidental use during live performances.
Who Can Benefit from TouchMonitor 5?
TouchMonitor 5 is specifically designed for networked audio environments, available in two versions: Dante and Ravenna/AES67/ST2110. This versatility makes it ideal for a wide range of professional audio applications, including Broadcast, Post Production, Installed Sound, Radio and more.
With its adaptability and advanced features, TouchMonitor 5 is the ultimate choice for professionals seeking precision and reliability in networked audio environments.
Broadcast Live Transmission
With support for Ravenna/AES67/ST2110 networks and a robust set of loudness monitoring tools, TouchMonitor 5 is perfectly suited for live broadcasts, including sports events, music performances, and news transmissions.
Broadcasters can rely on TouchMonitor 5 to ensure compliance with international loudness standards, delivering consistent and high-quality audio throughout their transmissions.
Post Production and Cinema
As post-production studios increasingly adopt Dante® audio networks for immersive content creation, TouchMonitor 5 stands out with its high channel capacity and advanced metering tools.
It simplifies adherence to international loudness standards such as R128 and CALM, while also meeting delivery specifications from platforms like Netflix.
Installed Sound
For audio-over-IP installations in venues such as stadiums, theaters, houses of worship, and event spaces, TouchMonitor 5 offers a comprehensive suite of metering instruments.
These tools empower sound engineers to optimize audio performance and deliver an enhanced audience experience.
Radio
TouchMonitor 5 seamlessly integrates into networked radio audio setups, offering a purpose-built toolset for high-quality audio management. Its Vectorscope is invaluable for identifying and resolving phase-related issues, and it supports simultaneous monitoring of up to 4 stereo channels.
Mounting the TouchMonitor 5
The TouchMonitor 5 is designed to offer versatile mounting options to suit your needs:
- Desk Placement: The TouchMonitor 5 can be conveniently placed directly on your desk using the included stand, providing a simple and straightforward setup.
- 1/4” Camera Mount Compatibility: Equipped with 1/4” camera mounting holes on the rear, sides, and bottom, the TouchMonitor 5 offers a wide range of mounting possibilities. With numerous camera mounts available on the market, the options showcased here represent just a small selection of what’s possible.
This flexibility allows the TouchMonitor 5 to adapt to various environments, accommodating different viewing angles or mounting preferences.
Accessories
Ethernet Power Injector
Many ethernet switches provide Power over Ethernet (PoE), so in many cases, an additional power supply (ethernet power injector) is not needed for TouchMonitor 5.
In cases where you do need it, we offer the Power Injector with a mains cable.
International (all cables for Europe, US, Australia and the UK): Order number 14554-IN
