SMPTE Automation Without Losing Live Control
HiWire’s SMPTE Automation System is built for real performances, not locked video timelines. It delivers the precision of timecode-driven playback while preserving the flexibility operators need when shows don’t go exactly as planned.
Why Traditional SMPTE Systems Break Down Live
Most SMPTE-based systems rely on pre-rendered video files that are fixed once playback begins. Any deviation – a skipped section, an extended moment, or a song added on the fly – creates friction, delays, or complete loss of sync.
Live shows aren’t rigid. HiWire was built to account for that.
Live SMPTE, Not Locked Video Files
Unlike traditional systems, HiWire allows instant edits within an SMPTE-driven show. Operators can adjust content in real time without rebuilding video files or stopping playback.
Lyrics, cues, and structure remain editable, even while timecode is running.
Built for When the Show Changes
Artists don’t always follow the plan, and HiWire doesn’t force them to. If an artist skips a section, extends a moment, or jumps to a song without backing tracks, operators retain full control without breaking SMPTE sync.
This flexibility allows the show to breathe while the system stays locked in.
Designed for Playback Technicians and Touring Operators
HiWire’s SMPTE Automation System is purpose-built for playback technicians and technical operators who need precision without sacrificing adaptability.
It supports complex touring productions while remaining usable under real-world pressure.