Lighting control network at a large live production

Networking

MA-Net

The network that ties the rig together.

MA-Net is MA Lighting's high-speed network protocol — the backbone that links grandMA consoles, processing units and nodes into one resilient system. On large shows, MA-Net carries session data and redundancy so multiple surfaces, NPUs and backups behave as a single, fault-tolerant control network.

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Where it fits

  • Large multi-universe rigs
  • Redundant tracking-backup systems
  • Multi-operator shows
  • Festivals with shared control
  • Broadcast and awards

On the show

Why it matters for a live show.

01

Resilient by design

Session redundancy and tracking backup keep the show running if a device drops out.

02

Scales to huge rigs

Distributes thousands of parameters across processing units and nodes cleanly.

03

Multi-console sessions

Multiple surfaces and operators work together in one synchronized session.

04

Bridges to standards

Outputs sACN and Art-Net to connect with the wider lighting and data network.

In our inventory

Signature series we deploy.

MA-Net Sessions

The core protocol linking consoles, NPUs and onPC into one system.

Processing Units (NPU)

Network processing that expands parameter and universe counts.

Nodes & Switches

8-Port nodes and managed switches for reliable distribution.

Also in this category

More networking.

Art-Net

Soon

sACN

Soon

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