Backstage - Knowledge Base

Last updated 5 May 2026

Backstage is Brainsalt's professional real-time media server for multi-projector installations, dome theatres, LED walls, and live events.


New to Backstage?

Start here — no prior knowledge required.

  1. What is Backstage? — core concepts explained

  2. Your First Project — step-by-step from empty project to playing media

  3. How Backstage Thinks — the three-layer architecture explained

  4. Common Workflows — task guides by topic once you know the basics


Looking for something specific?

Section

What you will find

UI Reference

Every window and panel explained

Node Reference

All Node Editor nodes with pin documentation

Content & Media

Importing and managing assets

Scene & Projection

Projection mapping, panoramas, LED walls

Show Control & Automation

Playlists, Node Editor, Conductor, timecode

Calibration & Blending

Blacklevel, trim gates, dome calibration

Installation Scenarios

Complete setup guides for common installation types

Troubleshooting

Diagnose and fix common problems

FAQ

Quick answers to frequently asked questions