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Four disciplines,
one shared architecture.orchestration.infrastructure.architecture.

From show control to networked audiovisual, through automation and visitor flow,
Darkvalley orchestrates what happens backstage to bring the experience to life.

Show ControlA programmed, multi-scenario synchronisation system that automatically drives recorded audio, video and lighting sequences, played back in perfect sync.

Real-time
orchestration.

Darkvalley synchronises light, sound, video, sensors, machinery and interactions within a single coherent logic, for a precise, reliable and repeatable run of the experience.

Redundant architecture, deterministic sequencers, timecode-driven control, simplified operation for the venue's technical team.

Capabilities
  • Multi-track sequence programming (Winscript, Chataigne, QLab)
  • Synchronisation via timecode, GPI/GPO, OSC, MIDI, DMX, Art-Net
  • Automatic daily power-up / shutdown procedures
  • Operator interface: startup, control, supervision, diagnostics
Technologies
Winscript Live Chataigne QLab Alcorn McBride Madmapper OSC Art-Net / sACN Timecode LTC/MTC HTML pages API
Audio · Light · Video

Infrastructure
and dedicated show network.

Design and integration of Dante / NDI / AES67 infrastructures, multi-zone audio distribution, integration of lighting consoles and media servers, on a dedicated network built for reliability and scalability.

A flexible, maintainable and scalable immersive venue: cabling, switches, VLANs and calibration included.

Capabilities
  • Audio over IP: Dante, AES67, RAVENNA, multichannel amplification
  • Video over IP: NDI, multi-screen distribution, pixel mapping
  • Managed networks: Unifi, VLANs, layer 2/3 switches, QoS
  • Colour calibration of monitors and projectors
Technologies
Dante AES67 Multichannel amplifiers NDI Pixel Mapping Brightsign Millumin PJLink Unifi VLAN Managed switches Monitoring
Interactivity & Flow

Visitor service
and flow management.

NFC, RFID, presence sensors, conditional pathways, individual connected lockers. Interaction as a scenic constraint, never as a gimmick.

Benefits: shorter queues, smoother journeys, higher visitor satisfaction. Invisible integration of devices, robustness under intensive use, centralised supervision.

Capabilities
  • Visitor identification: NFC, RFID, QR codes, connected ticketing
  • Individual electronic lockers (RFID/NFC-compatible)
  • Presence sensors, counting, occupancy management
  • Variable pre-show timing, automatic door control, interactive set
Technologies
NFC / RFID Lockers Sensors Relays IO triggers Database Wi-Fi deployment Optical fibre Ultraviolet Smoke / haze Cold sparks Light projector Air jets Closed-loop water
Applied R&D

Prototyping
and hardware.

When the catalogue isn't enough, we design the tool, field-tested before any deployment. Technical architecture, prototyping, hardware selection, special effects, operational support.

Bespoke interactive devices, motorisation, advanced protocols: R&D in the service of operational reliability.

Capabilities
  • Bespoke technical architecture: from brief to electrical schematic
  • Electronic prototyping & firmware (microcontrollers, sensors)
  • Light mechanical integration, motorisation
  • Field validation: endurance, load simulation, acceptance testing
Tools & approach
Prototyping Architecture Validation Firmware Industrial programmable controller HTML pages API

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Complementary services.

Beyond the core disciplines, Darkvalley supports its clients across the entire life cycle of an installation.