Production Network Engineering
Making all your production technology talk to each other. One system, one interface, zero gaps. We engineer the integration layer that connects every protocol, every vendor, and every subsystem into a unified, monitored, and resilient production network.
Overview
Modern live productions run on dozens of interconnected systems from multiple vendors, each speaking its own protocol. Lighting consoles output DMX and sACN. Audio networks run on Dante. Video systems use NDI. Show control speaks OSC and MIDI. Without a deliberate integration strategy, these systems operate as isolated islands, requiring manual coordination and creating fragile dependencies that fail under pressure.
We design and build the connective tissue that turns a collection of standalone systems into a single, cohesive production platform. Our integration work spans protocol translation, network architecture, redundancy engineering, and real-time monitoring. The result is a production environment where every signal path is deterministic, every failover is automated, and every operator has visibility into the full system state.
Whether you are building a permanent installation, a touring production, or a one-off broadcast, we engineer integration solutions that scale with your requirements and survive the unpredictable conditions of live performance.
Performance Indicators
20+
Protocols supported and actively integrated
<1ms
Inter-system latency across bridged protocols
100%
Show completion rate with redundancy architecture
Integration Domains
Network Architecture
Purpose-built network topologies for live production environments. VLAN segmentation, QoS policies, and deterministic switching fabrics that guarantee bandwidth where it matters most.
- VLAN design
- QoS configuration
- Spine-leaf topologies
- PTP synchronization
Protocol Translation
Bridging the gaps between disparate control and media protocols so every system in the production ecosystem communicates natively, without manual intervention or data loss.
- OSC to MIDI routing
- DMX/sACN/Art-Net bridging
- NDI to SDI conversion
- Custom API gateways
Redundancy & Failover
Automated failover architectures that detect faults and switch to backup paths before operators notice. Designed for productions where downtime is measured in lost audience trust.
- Primary/backup switching
- Network path redundancy
- Watchdog monitoring
- Graceful degradation
Monitoring & Diagnostics
Real-time dashboards that surface system health, latency metrics, and error states across every node in the production network. Know the state of every signal path at a glance.
- Live topology maps
- Latency monitoring
- Error rate tracking
- Alerting and escalation
Media Transport
Low-latency, high-bandwidth media transport networks for audio, video, and lighting data. Engineered for deterministic delivery with zero tolerance for dropped frames or glitched audio.
- Dante/AES67 audio
- NDI/SDI video
- sACN/Art-Net lighting
- Genlock and PTP sync
Control Systems
Unified control surfaces that bring every subsystem under a single operator interface. Custom-built controllers, show control middleware, and integration layers that simplify complex rigs.
- OSC control surfaces
- MIDI mapping layers
- Companion/StreamDeck builds
- Timecode integration
Supported Protocols & Platforms
Control Protocols
- OSC (Open Sound Control)
- MIDI / MIDI 2.0
- TCP/UDP sockets
- REST / WebSocket APIs
- Serial (RS-232/RS-485)
Lighting Protocols
- DMX512
- sACN (E1.31)
- Art-Net 4
- RDM (E1.20)
- KiNET
Audio Protocols
- Dante
- AES67
- AVB/Milan
- MADI
- Soundgrid
Video Protocols
- NDI / NDI|HX
- SDI (12G/3G/HD)
- HDMI 2.1
- SRT / RIST
- IPMX / ST 2110
Network & Sync
- PTPv2 (IEEE 1588)
- IGMP multicast
- LLDP / CDP
- SNMP monitoring
- 802.1Q VLANs
Platforms
- Companion / StreamDeck
- QLab / Medialon
- TouchDesigner
- Unreal Engine
- Node.js / Python
Our Approach
Assessment
We begin with a full audit of your existing infrastructure, signal flows, and operational requirements. Every cable, every protocol, every vendor system is cataloged and mapped. We identify bottlenecks, single points of failure, and integration gaps that limit your production capability.
Architecture
With a clear picture of the current state, we design the target network architecture. This includes VLAN structures, protocol bridging strategies, redundancy paths, and monitoring points. Every design decision is documented with rationale and fallback options.
Implementation
We build the integration layer systematically, starting with core network infrastructure and working outward to edge devices. Each subsystem is brought online incrementally, validated against the architecture spec, and documented for operations teams.
Testing
Rigorous end-to-end testing across all signal paths and failure scenarios. We simulate network faults, device failures, and protocol edge cases to verify that the system degrades gracefully and recovers automatically when possible.
Commissioning
Final system validation under show conditions. We run the full production stack through rehearsal cycles, verify latency budgets, confirm failover behavior, and tune monitoring thresholds. The system is not signed off until it performs flawlessly under load.
Support
Ongoing network monitoring, firmware management, and system optimization. We provide 24/7 support during critical show periods and maintain detailed runbooks so your operations team can troubleshoot independently.
Related Services & Work
Workflow Automation
Automate the manual processes that sit on top of your integrated systems. Cue sequencing, data pipelines, and configuration management.
Technical Direction
Senior technical leadership for productions that demand coordinated system design from day one through final show.
Sphere Residency
Large-scale system integration across lighting, video, audio, and show control for one of the most complex venues ever built.
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