BACKGROUND
Company name:
Phase 3 Productions
Industry:
Multimedia Production Company
Company website:
phase3prod.com
Location:
Kingston, Jamaica
The Freedom Street Concert introduced an innovative 360° stage design in the region, a first of its kind. This ambitious production required a robust and reliable video infrastructure to ensure a flawless visual experience for the audience. The complexity of the stage setup demanded cutting-edge technology and precise execution.
CHALLENGE
The production team faced several challenges:
- High Bandwidth Demand: Distributing video signals to LED walls and under-stage systems for a 360° setup.
- Redundancy: Ensuring a backup system to prevent downtime during the live performance.
- Complex Signal Routing: Managing multiple video sources and destinations efficiently while enabling the VJ to operate seamlessly.
SOLUTION
The production team deployed NETGEAR M4250 switches as the core of the network, ensuring high-speed, low-latency connectivity for the event’s critical video infrastructure.
- Video Switchers:
- Analog Way C+ was used as the primary switcher.
- RS1 served as a backup switcher for redundancy.
- Signal Distribution:
- Video signals were sent to two NovaStar MCTRL4K processors for LED walls.
- Tac fiber transmitted signals under the stage to two CVT4K-S processors.
The NETGEAR M4250 switches delivered:
- Low Latency and High Throughput: Ensuring smooth and uninterrupted video transitions.
- AV-Optimized Features: Preconfigured AV profiles simplified setup and prioritized video traffic.
- Scalability: Accommodated the demands of a 360° stage design.

IMPLEMENTATION
The deployment focused on maximizing performance and reliability:
- M4250 switches were configured to optimize bandwidth allocation for video distribution.
- The switches enabled seamless communication between video switchers and processors, ensuring uninterrupted visuals on LED walls.
- Redundancy was achieved through a dual-switcher setup, managed efficiently by the M4250’s robust network architecture.
RESULTS
The Freedom Street Concert successfully delivered a flawless visual experience:
- Seamless Video Performance: The LED walls showcased vibrant, high-quality visuals without interruption.
- Efficient Workflow: The VJ is confidently operated and supported by reliable connectivity and responsive systems.
- Redundancy Assured: Backup systems ensured no downtime during the live event.
The NETGEAR M4250 switches proved indispensable, efficiently handling the event’s complex networking needs.
The Freedom Street Concert set a new benchmark for live events with its groundbreaking 360° stage design. NETGEAR M4250 switches were pivotal in delivering exceptional performance, showcasing their capability to support high-stakes AV productions.
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