The Stack That Powers Modern Lighting
Advanced RDMnet, Art-Net & sACN implementation for lighting manufacturers and OEMs
What is QubiCore?
QubiCore is a modern C++ software library designed to simplify lighting network integration for fixture manufacturers, control equipment developers, and OEMs. Built for reliability and performance, QubiCore delivers complete, standards-compliant implementations of RDMnet, Art-Net 4, and sACN, eliminating the need for manufacturers to develop and maintain their own protocol stacks.
The Cost of In-House Protocol Implementation
Endless Development Cycles
Fixture designers spend months implementing protocols instead of designing lighting products. Every protocol update requires dedicated engineering resources.
Incomplete Implementations
Many manufacturers implement only parts of Art-Net, sACN, or RDMnet—or deviate from standards—causing interoperability issues between fixtures from different brands.
Maintenance Burden
When ANSI or ESTA updates standards, in-house stacks become outdated. Keeping up requires constant attention from your engineering team.
Limited Platform Support
Building a stack that works across ARM, x86, ESP32, RTOS, and bare metal requires expertise most lighting companies don't have in-house.
How QubiCore Solves These Challenges
Always-On-Top Guarantee
New protocol features? We implement them for you. Stay ahead without additional development resources.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
Runs on Windows, Linux, macOS, RTOS, and bare metal systems. Compatible with ARM, x86/x86_64, and Xtensa architectures.
Seamless Integration
Quick, easy setup with comprehensive documentation. Customize to fit your product perfectly without unnecessary complexity.
Robust Performance
Reliable, high-speed networking optimized for configurations ranging from resource-constrained embedded systems to powerful lighting controllers.
Standards-Compliant
Complete implementations of ANSI E1.33 (RDMnet), Art-Net 4, and sACN ensure seamless interoperability with equipment from any manufacturer.
Production-Ready
Thoroughly tested and deployed in real-world lighting installations. Focus on your product innovation, not protocol debugging.
Who Needs QubiCore?
Lighting Fixture Manufacturers
Integrate advanced networking capabilities without dedicating engineering resources to protocol development.
Control Equipment Developers
Ensure reliable communication between consoles, nodes, and fixtures across multi-vendor environments.
OEMs & System Integrators
Deploy scalable, cost-effective networking solutions that reduce time-to-market.
Technical Specifications
Supported Protocols
RDMnet (ANSI E1.33)
Network-based device management
Art-Net 4
Multi-universe Ethernet control
sACN (ANSI E1.31)
Streaming ACN over IP
Custom protocol support
Available upon request
Architecture Support
- ARM Cortex (STM32, Nordic nRF, Raspberry Pi)
- x86/x86_64 (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Xtensa (ESP32)
- RTOS and bare metal implementations
Configuration Options
- Heap-free for embedded systems
- Heap-enabled for feature-rich applications
- Modular design for selective feature inclusion
Why Choose QubiCore Over In-House Development?
Reduce Development Time
Avoid months of protocol implementation and testing. Integrate QubiCore in days, not quarters.
Maintain Standards Compliance
Many manufacturers implement partial protocols or deviate from specifications, causing interoperability issues. QubiCore ensures complete, accurate implementations.
Ongoing Protocol Updates
When standards evolve, QubiCore updates automatically. No need to assign engineering resources to track and implement changes.
Expert Support
Access direct support from lighting protocol specialists with deep industry knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about QubiCore
QubiCore provides complete implementations of RDMnet (ANSI E1.33), Art-Net 4, and sACN (ANSI E1.31). We ensure full standards compliance and can add custom protocol support upon request.
QubiCore is cross-platform and runs on Windows, Linux, macOS, RTOS, and bare metal systems. It supports ARM Cortex (STM32, Raspberry Pi, Nordic nRF), x86/x86_64, and Xtensa (ESP32) architectures.
QubiCore is licensed to manufacturers and OEMs on a per-product basis. Contact us for licensing details tailored to your integration needs.
QubiCore includes our Always-On-Top Guarantee: when ANSI, ESTA, or protocol organizations release updates, we implement them and provide updates to licensees. You stay current without dedicating engineering resources.
Yes. QubiCore offers heap-free configurations optimized for embedded systems with limited memory, as well as heap-enabled configurations for more powerful devices. It's modular, so you can include only the features you need.
Most manufacturers integrate QubiCore in days to weeks, depending on product complexity—significantly faster than the months required for in-house protocol development.
Yes. All QubiCore licensees receive direct technical support from our lighting protocol specialists, including integration assistance and troubleshooting.
QubiCore implements protocols completely and accurately according to official standards, unlike partial implementations that deviate from specifications. This ensures seamless communication with fixtures and controllers from any manufacturer.
Absolutely. QubiCore is designed to be customizable and can be configured to fit your product's exact requirements without unnecessary complexity.
Yes. QubiCore is thoroughly tested and already deployed in real-world lighting installations. It's production-ready and backed by our engineering expertise.
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