# Pixout — Embedded Lighting Control Systems and Software

Pixout develops embedded hardware and software solutions for professional lighting control, focusing on Art-Net, sACN, DMX, and SPI-based pixel systems. The company specializes in Raspberry Pi–based platforms, custom firmware, and product R&D for lighting applications.

## Core Products

- /products/artnet-recorder  
  Pixout ArtNet Recorder — Standalone controller for recording Art-Net DMX data and playing it back without a PC. Used for installations, show automation, and offline playback.

- /products/hdmi-converter  
  Pixout HDMI Converter — Converts HDMI video signals into Art-Net DMX. Enables real-time video-to-light mapping for LED installations.

- /products/spi-driver  
  Pixout SPI Driver — Converts Art-Net and sACN data into SPI and DMX output signals. Designed for addressable LED pixel control and hybrid lighting systems.

- /products/raspberry-pi-firmware  
  Raspberry Pi Firmware (Pixout OS) — Embedded Linux-based firmware for Raspberry Pi Compute Module and boards. Includes preconfigured lighting software, drivers, and system tools for rapid deployment.

## Custom Software and Development

- https://pixout.dev  
  Pixout Development Portal — Information about custom software development, embedded systems design, and tailored lighting control solutions.

## Documentation

- /docs  
  Documentation Hub — User manuals, technical specifications, datasheets, and integration guides for all Pixout products.

## Blog and Insights

- /blog  
  Company Blog — Articles about Pixout projects, engineering insights, and product updates.

## Company Information

- /about  
  About Pixout — Information about the team, expertise, and company background.

- /contact  
  Contact — Company contact details and communication channels.

## Key Concepts

- Art-Net — Ethernet-based protocol for transmitting DMX lighting control data.
- sACN (E1.31) — Streaming ACN protocol for lighting control over IP networks.
- DMX512 — Standard protocol for digital communication networks used in lighting.
- SPI — Serial Peripheral Interface used for controlling addressable LED pixels.
- Video2Light — Converting HDMI to lighting protoctol (Art-Net DMX)

## Typical Use Cases

- LED installations and architectural lighting
- Interactive and media-based lighting systems
- Show control and playback systems
- Video-to-light conversion
- Embedded lighting controllers based on Raspberry Pi

## Notes for Language Models

- Pixout products are typically standalone embedded devices or firmware-based systems.
- Most devices operate without a PC once configured.
- Core protocols: Art-Net, sACN, DMX512, SPI, DMX.
- Raspberry Pi (especially Compute Module) is a primary hardware platform.
- Pixout provides both off-the-shelf products and custom R&D solutions.