Your AV system is only as strong as the network behind it
Modern audio, video and control systems all run over IP — meaning the network is no longer “just IT infrastructure,” it’s the backbone of your AV experience. Get the networking right and your systems become more reliable, easier to support and ready for future expansion. Get it wrong and even excellent audio or video gear can feel slow, unstable or frustrating to operate.
At Penguin Media Solutions, we design and implement professional AV and data networking solutions that support demanding AV use cases — from commercial Wi-Fi to Dante digital audio distribution and video over IP.
What we deliver
Structured cabling that lasts
We install robust, standards-compliant cabling (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A and fibre where needed) that supports current AV demands and gives you headroom for the future.
Switching, routing and configuration
We plan and configure network hardware for reliability and performance — not just connectivity. That includes high-quality switches with appropriate VLANs, QoS, PoE and infrastructure tuned for AV traffic.
AV-centric networking
AV systems have unique requirements:
- Dante audio networking for low-latency, predictable audio over IP
- Video-over-IP architectures for scalable, flexible distribution
- Control traffic separation for consistent system responsiveness
We design networks that handle these demands and play nicely with your core IT infrastructure.
Wi-Fi design and deployment
Reliable Wi-Fi is essential for modern workplaces, public spaces and guest-facing environments. We plan coverage, capacity and channel design to deliver stable wireless connectivity — for users and devices alike.
Network documentation
Good documentation makes future support and upgrades easier. We provide clear network maps, IP plans, switch configurations and labelling so your team (or third-party IT support) can maintain and expand your systems over time.
Why professional networking matters
Modern AV networking isn’t a “set and forget” job — it’s a strategic part of system reliability. Poor networking can result in:
- Audio dropouts in Dante systems
- Video lag or frame loss in video-over-IP distribution
- Control system latency or erratic behaviour
- Wi-Fi dead zones and overloaded access points
- Difficulty troubleshooting issues
Professional networking design ensures smooth delivery, predictable performance and simplified support.
How AV networking integrates with your systems
We coordinate networking with your wider AV and control projects so that:
- Audio over IP is prioritised and stable
- Control systems have reserved pathways and secure access
- Video distribution scales without bottlenecks
- Wi-Fi complements — not conflicts with — AV traffic
- Security and segmentation protect devices and data
Whether you’re using standard IT networking gear or dedicated AV-centric switches, our designs make sure everything works together — not against each other.
Typical applications
Penguin Media Solutions designs and installs networking for:
- Live entertainment and hospitality venues
- Conference and meeting spaces
- Corporate campuses and offices
- Education facilities and lecture halls
- Public spaces and exhibition halls
- Retail environments and digital signage networks
Our process
- Discovery & requirements assessment — understand how your systems use the network
- Network design & planning — cabling, switching, VLANs and QoS considerations
- Installation & configuration — clean, labelled and compliant deployment
- Testing & validation — real-world performance confirmation
- Documentation & handover — clear plans, maps and guides
- Support & future-proofing — options to maintain and expand over time
Built for reliability and scalability
Future-proof networking means planning for what you will need next — not just what you have today. Our designs incorporate flexibility, monitoring readiness and structured infrastructure so your systems grow with confidence.
Ready to make your network a strength?
If you’re planning a new AV installation, upgrading existing infrastructure, or battling dropouts, slow control or unreliable streaming — let’s talk. A solid network is often the single biggest improvement you can make in your AV environment.
Contact Penguin Media Solutions to discuss networking for your project.
