What PIXELHUE TECHONOLGY does

PIXELHUE Technology Ltd. is a privately held professional video processing hardware and AV solutions company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands, with primary engineering and R&D operations in Beijing, China. The company designs and supplies a portfolio of FPGA-based equipment including presentation switchers (Q8, P80, P20/P10, F Series), live event controllers (U5 Pro, U5, U5 Mini, U3), a media server (X400 G1), video processors (4K ViewPro), and fiber extenders/splitters (EP series, HDMI 4K 1-4). Its technology stack centers on a proprietary SuperView scaling engine delivering real 4K60p 4:4:4 10-bit processing at one-frame latency, modular I/O cards (HDMI, DP, SDI, fiber, ST2110), and integrated software (PixelFlow, TRITON, Pilot MS3 Pro), with standards compliance including SMPTE ST 2110, Dante audio networking, and native interoperability with NovaStar LED controllers. PIXELHUE generates revenue primarily through quote-based hardware sales to enterprise customers in live events, broadcast, corporate/education, and pro AV integration, supplemented by paid PIXELHUE Master Academy (PMA) training and certification services. The company operates globally, combining direct sales with channel partnerships (LANG AG in Europe, M2 Events Group in North America, Techno House in Japan), and provides standard 3-year warranties (5-year on Q8) with regional technical support.

Name

PIXELHUE TECHONOLGY

Legal name

Pixelhue Technology Ltd.

Website

https://pixelhue.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PIXELHUE Technology designs and supplies FPGA-based professional video processing hardware, including presentation switchers, event controllers, media servers, and fiber extenders, serving live events, broadcast, corporate, and pro AV integration customers worldwide through direct sales and channel partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Video Processing Equipment

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Live Production Switching & Routing (Vision Mixers, Routers) (MPAHAKAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hardware Encoders & Transcoders (Appliances, FPGA/ASIC) (MPAHAHAB), Video Adapters & Converters (HDMI/DP/VGA/DVI/USB-C) (HDACAHAF)

Keywords

• Professional video processing
• Presentation switchers
• Event controllers
• Media servers
• Pro AV hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Hoofddorp

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Video Processing Hardware Sales: Sale of professional video processing equipment including presentation switchers (Q8, P80, P20/P10, F Series), event controllers (U3, U5, U5 Pro, U5 Mini), media servers (X400 G1), video processors (4K ViewPro), and extenders/splitters. Hardware products represent the primary revenue stream with modular designs allowing customization.
2. Professional Training Services: PIXELHUE Academy offers paid training programs including PMA Practitioner Level, Advance Level, and customized training courses conducted at various global locations. Revenue generated from training fees for professional certification programs.
3. I/O Module Accessories: Modular input and output cards for F Series and other products, including HDMI, DP, SDI, DVI connectors and fiber optic modules, sold as add-on components for existing systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

PIXELHUE designs, manufactures, and supplies professional video processing hardware and AV solutions for live events, broadcast, and Pro AV integration markets. Its product portfolio spans 4K/8K presentation switchers (Q8, P80, P20/P10, F Series), live event controllers (U5 Pro, U5, U5 Mini, U3, S16), media servers (X400 G1), video processors (4K ViewPro), and fiber extenders/splitters, all unified by FPGA-based image processing and proprietary control software (PixelFlow, TRITON, Pilot MS3 Pro).

Product overview

PIXELHUE TECHNOLOGY is a video processing and presentation technology company founded in 2017, offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional AV products organized into four main categories: Presentation Switchers (Q8, P80, P20/P10, F Series), Event Controllers (U5 Pro, U5, U5 Mini, U3), Media Servers (X400 G1), and Video Processors/Extenders (4K ViewPro, EP4T/R Pro, EP4T/R, EP2, HDMI Splitter). The ecosystem is unified through proprietary software platforms PixelFlow, TRITON, and Pilot MS3 Pro, supported by modular I/O cards for flexible configuration. PIXELHUE Academy provides training and certification services globally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Flex View (F Series): Event presentation switching solutions including F4, F4 Lite, and F8 processors designed for easy management of multiple displays for shows and visual management systems.
• P Series
• U Series (Event Controllers)
• X Series (Media Servers)
• PixelFlow
• EP Series (Extenders)
• PIXELHUE Master Academy (PMA)

Products and services

• Q8 Presentation Switcher High-performance presentation switcher supporting up to 72x 4K input connectors and 64x 4K output connectors with 48x 4K concurrent inputs and 16x 4K concurrent outputs, designed for large-scale live events, broadcast, and high-end AV installations requiring extensive I/O capacity and ST2110 IP video support.
• P80 Presentation Switcher Premium 4K presentation switcher designed as the command center for demanding productions, handling up to 20x 4K inputs with 35 megapixels, 8x 4K mixing main layers, 4x 4K mixing PIP layers, 7-inch touchscreen, flex output, SDI matrix, and Dante audio networking for live events and high-end installations.
• P20 / P10 Presentation Switchers FPGA-based 4K presentation switchers with real 4K60p 4:4:4 10-bit internal video processing, with P20 supporting up to 12 DL layers and P10 up to 6 DL layers, dual working modes, versatile 4K connectivity, and multi-screen configuration for mid-sized live events and corporate installations.
• F Series Presentation Switchers (Flex View) Flex View modular event presentation switchers (F4, F4 Lite, F8) with 8 input/8 output or 8 input/6 output slots, FPGA-based processing, 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 10-bit video, edge blending, and TRITON software compatibility for flexible multi-display management in shows and visual management systems.
• U5 Pro Event Controller Large-scale event controller with a 43.8-inch ultra-wide touchscreen, 203 programmable LCD buttons, four encoders, eight faders, high-resolution T-bar, MIDI support, timecode functionality, and built-in PixelFlow software designed for control of presentation switchers and media servers in large-scale productions.
• U5 Event Controller Compact event controller with a 21.5-inch main touchscreen and 8-inch smart touchscreen, 87 programmable LCD buttons, four encoders, eight faders, T-bar, foldable design, KVM function, PTZ control, MIDI protocol support, and built-in PixelFlow software for mid-sized live events and productions.
• U5 Mini Event Controller Ultra-portable, backpack-sized event controller with fanless design, dual LCD displays with dynamic button mapping, 66 function-labeled buttons, T-bar or fader options, built-in Companion integration, and multiple power options (PoE+/USB Type-C/DC), targeted at freelancers and solo operators running smaller live events.
• U3 Live Event Controller Live event controller with integrated Triton software, dual touch displays, highly sensitive T-bar, and multi-layer control, capable of simultaneously controlling up to eight Flex-View Event Presentation Switchers for synchronized operations across complex show environments.
• S16 Live Production Switcher Live production switcher with up to 16x 12G-SDI plus 4x HDMI 2.0 inputs, built-in streaming/recording, audio mixer, Multiviewer, 4 upstream keyers, and 2 downstream keyers designed for broadcast studios and live production teams needing integrated switching, streaming, and audio in one unit.
• X400 (G1) Media Server Professional media server powered by an Intel latest-generation processor and high-performance graphics card, supporting 8K@60fps hardware decoding with up to 4x 4K or 16x 2K outputs, and equipped with Pilot MS3 Pro software for edge blending, timeline management, and live/pre-edit modes for stage performances, large-scale conferences, and immersive exhibitions.
• 4K ViewPro Video Processor Real 4K video processor with latency as low as 1 frame, supporting 4Kx2K@60Hz input and output through FPGA system architecture, a high-performance scalar core, and HDMI 2.0, 12G-SDI, DP 1.2, Dual DVI, and HDBaseT connectivity for high-end AV installations and live productions.
• EP4T/R Pro Fiber Extender Professional-grade fiber extender with lossless compression technology supporting 8-bit/10-bit/12-bit ultra-HD transmission, HDR, KVM function, zero latency, Neutrik etherCON and opticalCON connectivity, and 24/7 operation capability for long-distance mission-critical AV installations.
• EP4T/R Fiber Extender Fiber extender employing advanced fiber optic technology for lossless, long-distance video and audio transmission supporting 4Kx2K@60Hz with 8-bit/10-bit compression, plug-and-play design targeted at home theaters, conference rooms, and monitoring centers.
• EP2 Fiber Extender Compact fiber extender with lossless compression for video and audio transmission via optical fiber, HDMI 2.0 and DP 1.2 inputs, supporting 4Kx2K@60Hz in a plug-and-play design for pro AV and commercial installations.
• HDMI 4K 1-4 Splitter 4K video splitter with 1x HDMI 2.0 input and 4x HDMI 2.0 real-time outputs at resolutions up to 4Kx2K@60Hz, HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4 compliant, and plug-and-play operation for distributing a single 4K source to four displays.
• Modular I/O Cards Modular input and output cards for F Series, Q8, and X400 products, available in HDMI, DP, SDI, DVI, optical fiber, and ST2110 IP variants for both inputs and outputs, allowing customers to customize chassis configuration to match specific connectivity requirements.
• PIXELHUE Master Academy (PMA) Training & Certification Paid professional training and certification platform offering online courses, customized training, workshops, and Operator and Instructor certification programs (PMA Practitioner Level and Advance Level) delivered at certified training locations across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa for AV industry professionals.

Quantifiable outcome

• Supports up to 72x 4K inputs and 64x 4K outputs on Q8 switcher
• +4 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

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App detail

Integration6 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Techno HouseminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 17 July 2026PIXELHUE showcased its product family in Japan through partnership with Techno House, demonstrating regional market engagement in the Asia-Pacific region through product demonstrations and customer events.
• M2 Events GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 20 April 2024Official partnership announced at NAB SHOW 2024 with M2 Events Group, establishing M2 Events Group as a key channel partner for PIXELHUE products in North America. This partnership strengthens PIXELHUE's presence in the North American market through M2's established event production and distribution network.
• LANG AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 February 2024PIXELHUE officially partnered with LANG AG at ISE 2024, marking a new era of collaboration. LANG AG, as a major European AV distributor, provides PIXELHUE with enhanced distribution capabilities across European markets. The partnership was unveiled at one of the largest AV industry exhibitions, demonstrating strategic importance for PIXELHUE's European market expansion.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Roland Pro AV (Roland Corporation): Roland's Pro AV division produces the V-1600HD, V-800HD, and other video switchers and event controllers used in live events, broadcast, and houses of worship. It is a direct competitor to PIXELHUE's switchers and live consoles, particularly in mid-market live-event applications.
• disguise: disguise is a London-based Pro AV and live-event technology company offering media servers, video processing, and a software control platform used in concerts, broadcast, and immersive installations. It directly competes with PIXELHUE's X400 (G1) media server, PixelFlow event management software, and presentation switcher category for the same live-event and broadcast customers.
• NovaStar: NovaStar is a Shenzhen-based LED display control system manufacturer that is PIXELHUE's primary ecosystem partner (joint road shows, controller compatibility, shared privacy contact). It is both a peer (overlapping LED/video control category) and a strategic dependency for PIXELHUE's LED-wall integration story.
• tvONE: tvONE manufactures video processing, scaling, and switching products (CORIOmaster, Magenta) used in Pro AV, broadcast, and live events. It directly competes with PIXELHUE's 4K ViewPro video processor and switcher family for integrator-driven installations and live events.
• Lightware Visual Engineering: Lightware is a Hungarian manufacturer of professional AV signal management products — matrix switchers, extenders, and AV-over-IP solutions. It directly competes with PIXELHUE's EP Series fiber extenders, splitters, and modular I/O offerings in the Pro AV integration channel.
• Analog Way: Analog Way is a French manufacturer of professional presentation switchers, video processors, and matrix switchers (LivePremier, Midra, Pulse) widely deployed in live events and broadcast. It competes head-to-head with PIXELHUE's Q8, P80, and F Series in the live-event and high-end Pro AV switching category.

Broad incumbents

• Barco: Barco is a global Pro AV and visualization company offering presentation switchers (ImagePRO, Encore), LED controllers, and event-management tools for live events, broadcast, and control rooms. It competes with PIXELHUE across switchers, processors, and LED integration at the high end.
• Christie Digital Systems: Christie is a large, established Pro AV manufacturer offering video processors, switchers, and projection solutions for live events, broadcast, and large-venue installations. It is a broader incumbent that overlaps with PIXELHUE's video processor and presentation switcher categories at the high end of the market.

Emerging players

• Megapixel VR (Nexxus): Megapixel VR (and its Nexxus processing platform) is a specialist in high-end LED video processing for broadcast and live-event displays. It is an emerging high-end player competing with PIXELHUE's Q8 and P Series for flagship live-event and broadcast accounts.
• AV Stumpfl (Pixera): AV Stumpfl is an Austrian manufacturer of projection screens and media server / show control systems (Pixera). It competes with PIXELHUE's X400 (G1) media server and Pilot MS3 Pro software in the live-event and immersive installation market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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