Education Technology Case Study: LED xR Studio at DCDS Michigan

Overview

INFiLED’s fine-pitch LED solutions were installed earlier this year at Detroit Country Day School in Michigan, an institution known for its innovative approach to liberal arts education, including an award-winning film program.

DCDS Trustee Danialle Karmanos and her husband Peter, gifted this new xR studio for the school to include INFiLED’s DBmk2 1.9mm pixel pitch product in an impressive 26ft by 8ft(19.32 m²) LED volume, running at a 4K resolution (3840 x 2160). This studio addition to the school is already transforming educational experiences across various grade levels.

The xR environment is part of a larger complex called ‘The Studios’ which includes a vodcasting studio and VR lab. The donor-led project represents a significant advancement in PreK-12 educational technology and creates opportunities for students to engage with professional-level production tools at DCDS.

The Studios Space

The overall goal for ‘The Studios’ is to create a space not only for film and content capture, but as an advanced teaching environment as well. The school’s ongoing relationship with Brompton Technology remains a crucial component of their success, and how INFiLED became the LED solutions provider due to our growing partnership with Brompton.

The studio’s technical framework includes a RED camera with Mo-Sys tracking system, Disguise media servers, Brompton 4K Tessera SX40 LED video processor and two Tessera XD 10G data distribution units that work seamlessly with INFiLED’s LED display.

Premier fine-pixel-pitch LED series for XR and VP Applications

As a premier fine-pixel-pitch LED display series; specifically designed for extended reality (XR), virtual production (VP), film, and broadcast; DBmk2 1.9 provides the high-quality performance needed for The Studios.

The DBmk2 product line features unparalleled versatility and flexibility, equipped with three INFiLED bespoke LED technologies that offer a high-quality visual experience: ArmorLED, ColdLED and CBSF technology.

Key Technical Features:

• Available in two-pixel pitch options (1.5m2 and 1.9m2).
• Consistent color with no shift under wide viewing angles.
• High contrast, low reflectivity, precise color, and brightness management.
• 6-bit high grayscale for an unparalleled viewing experience.
• High refresh rate and low scan rate to effectively reduce screen artifacts.
• Seamlessly connected cabinets ensure a flatness tolerance of less than 0.1 mm.

CBSF (Color & Brightness Shift Free) technology provides consistent and stable color temperature across a wide160-degreeviewing angle.

Product performance was of the utmost importance as this installation is running 24/7 with numerous visitors a day at this location. This project reflects both INFiLED’s and 4Wall’s dedication to providing the best AV solutions for all its customers.

Forward-thinking Technology

Sharing his perspective on the broader impact of the technology, INFiLED’s Senior Field Applications Engineer Jason Tennstedt shared,

“with cutting-edge LED technology from Brompton and INFiLED, education and production environments achieve unparalleled clarity, efficiency, and creativity—transforming learning and workflow into dynamic, high-impact experiences. LED technology revolutionizes learning spaces and production environments by enhancing visibility, reducing energy costs, and promoting sustainability—brightening minds and workflows alike.”

Overall, this installation represents the kind of forward-thinking applications our technology shines in. Students are able to engage with professional-grade virtual production tools that are similar, if not identical, to those used in major Hollywood productions and concert tours with this space.

In the end, this project helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry-standard technology for all ages.