Firmware & Embedded
Reliable control systems
Custom firmware for microcontrollers, embedded Linux, and real-time control. We help bring your hardware to life and keep it dependable in operation.
Embedded development for live production
Event industry · embedded · lighting technology
Reliable embedded software for event systems and hardware products
From touring rigs to live production hardware, kathventures delivers practical embedded solutions that are dependable, maintainable, and built for real-world use.
Integration
Robust hardware interfaces
Reliable communication over DMX, Art-Net, Ethernet, USB, CAN, and custom protocols. We connect systems to real-world production workflows.
Event expertise
Built with live-event insight
As lighting technicians and developers, we understand live production. That experience helps us build practical, maintainable embedded solutions.
Capabilities
Technical capability that supports real-world projects
We work primarily on RTOS-based applications for industry-standard microcontrollers and mostly use C and C++ for firmware development.
Depending on the project, we can also arrange discreet product testing in a warehouse environment with several partnering event companies.
On-site support at the client’s site is also possible when needed, for example for special testing or integration work with other devices.
Firmware
RTOS-based firmware, low-level drivers, boot logic, and embedded application code.
Microcontrollers
Experience with common industry-standard MCU platforms and real-world deployment constraints.
Languages
Primarily C and C++, with a focus on maintainable, testable, production-ready code.
Hardware support
Bringing customer PCBs to life, reporting issues, suggesting fixes, and adding new features.
Event-tech protocols
- • DMX / RDM
- • sACN
- • Art-Net 4
- • OTA updates via RDM, Art-Net, or custom protocols
- • lumenRadio protocols and hardware, including TimoRX and TimoTwo
- • Manufacturer-specific control interfaces
- • Custom protocol logic and multi-device networking
Why teams choose kathventures
We combine engineering depth with practical event experience to deliver solutions that are usable, dependable, and straightforward to work with.
- Production-ready solutions for trade shows, touring, and live events.
- Embedded engineering combined with event production know-how.
- Small, experienced team with strong engineering depth and hands-on industry insight.
- Direct support for technical buyers and project managers.
How we work with you
1. Analysis
Understand requirements, assess existing hardware, and define the project scope precisely.
2. Architecture
Plan technical concepts and interfaces so they hold up in production environments.
3. Development
Implement firmware, control logic, and integration in close coordination and testing.
4. Delivery
Provide clear documentation and ready-to-use solutions for your teams and suppliers.
Next steps
Ready to build something reliable?
We offer clear concepts, fast coordination, and event-ready embedded development from our German base. Although we are based in Germany, we are happy to work with international customers. Let’s talk about your project.
Learn more about kathventures →Email
kontakt@kathventures.de
Contact
Alternatively, send your project requirements and we will reply quickly.
Send inquiry