TEN DOTS Boasts a Cutting-Edge Virtual Production Studio with INFiLED Screens

Overview

In September, INFiLED’s high-performance screens were installed at the new facility of TEN DOTS, an innovative Virtual Production Studio based in Bulgaria.

This studio integrated its existing INFiLED DB2.6 and AR5.9 screens, which were customized to meet the specific technical requirements for virtual production.

The installation was executed with meticulous precision, creating a semi-enclosed LED Volume complemented by upgraded servers and a sophisticated screen control system.

The result is a state-of-the-art facility capable of meeting the demands of high-level Virtual Production.

About TEN DOTS

Founded in 2020, TEN DOTS Virtual Production Studio is at the forefront of Europe’s virtual production revolution, providing filmmakers with an innovative platform to bring their creative visions to life.

The studio employs cutting-edge technology to project pre-designed 3D virtual environments rendered in real time. These dynamic environments are displayed on LED screens that seamlessly blend real and virtual elements, creating immersive filming experiences.

The LED screens’ content is synchronized with the camera through a sophisticated Camera Tracking System, ensuring precise alignment with the camera’s movements. This integration allows for the accurate capture of perspectives, regardless of the camera’s position during the shoot.

Meeting the Challenges of Virtual Production

TEN DOTS outlined specific and detailed requirements for its LED screens and screen control system to guarantee optimal performance and visual quality during production.

LED Ceiling Requirements

The ceiling’s primary role is to provide reflections and overall lighting for physical set builds within the LED Volume. The studio prioritized key parameters like refresh rate, frame rate, scan rate, and color representation. These capabilities ensure that the screen delivers rapid, intricate imagery changes vital for creating realistic and immersive environments.

The LED ceiling must excel in playback smoothness across various frame rates and provide accurate color representation to ensure seamless integration between the virtual and physical sets.

Background Screen Requirements

The background screen is a critical component of the Studio LED Volume. It must:

• Display high-resolution content without lag or distortion for smooth playback across frame rates.
• Deliver consistent colors and brightness from various viewing angles, ensuring accurate and seamless integration with physical sets.

INFiLED LED Products for TEN DOTS’ Studio

LED Ceiling – AR Series

The AR series panels ordered by TEN DOTS were customized with a 7680Hz refresh rate and a 1/16 scan rate, significantly reducing motion blur and enhancing image clarity for fast-moving visuals. Featuring a pixel pitch of 5.9mm and 160° viewing angles, the ceiling offers wide-field visibility and sharp, dynamic visual effects.

LED Background Screen – DBmk2 Series

The DBmk2 series panels share the same 7680Hz refresh rate and 1/16 scan rate, ensuring smooth playback. With a contrast ratio of 5000:1, 16-bit greyscale, and a wide color gamut, the screen excels in HDR imaging, delivering vibrant and smooth color gradients.

The DB panels were customized to include curvature angles of 1.5°, 2.5°, and 7°, enabling the creation of more flexible screen shapes. This adaptability supports innovative designs for filming setups.

Studio Volume Setup

• Background screen: 201.5 square meters of DB2.6 panels.
• Ceiling screen: 80 square meters of AR5.9 panels.

Both screens were color-calibrated to maintain consistent color representation, enabling the projection of realistic 3D environments for a more immersive virtual production experience.

Why TEN DOTS Chose INFiLED

TEN DOTS selected INFiLED after two prior successful collaborations:

1. 2020: The partnership began with a concave screen made of 400 DB2.6 series cabinets. This screen, known for its smooth curves and exceptional color quality, significantly enhanced the studio’s film and TV productions.
2. 2022: INFiLED supplied a custom configuration of 816 DB2.6 panels and 160 AR5.9 panels, delivering high performance for the studio’s expanded stage in Sofia.

Final Outcome

The integration of the AR series ceiling screens and the DB series background screens has transformed TEN DOTS’ Virtual Production Studio. These advanced LED solutions deliver top-tier industry standards in refresh rate, color representation, and dynamic visual clarity.

By utilizing INFiLED’s DB and AR panels, the studio can project more realistic 3D environments. This cutting-edge setup unlocks new creative possibilities for Film and TV productions, firmly establishing TEN DOTS as a leading virtual production studio in Europe.