The National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA) has recently upgraded its KoVAC XR STAGE by collaborating with ARK Ventures Inc., a leading South Korean XR company.
This upgrade has transformed the stage into a sophisticated hybrid facility, integrating state-of-the-art technology. The new features include LED ceiling enhancements and effects side walls, all powered by Brompton Technology LED processing.
Revolutionizing Studio Capabilities
Located in the VR AR Complex (KoVAC) in Mapo-gu, Seoul, the studio now includes an impressive 16m by 6m ROE Visual BP2V2 LED wall and a 16.6m by 6.7m ROE Visual BM4V2 LED floor. Additionally, it boasts two sets of 3.6m by 3.6m LED ceilings and a 2.4m by 3.6m side effects wall, constructed with ROE Visual CB5L MKII panels. The entire setup is powered by four 4K Tessera SX40 LED processors and nine Tessera 10G data distribution units. The system also incorporates the disguise vx 4+ media server and nDisplay by Unreal Engine.
Leveraging Advanced Software Features
The NIPA team utilizes advanced Tessera software features like Frame Remapping, ShutterSync®, and Studio Mode, as well as new capabilities such as Extended Bit Depth, Stacking, and PureTone, to enhance their projects.
Expert Opinions
Lee Jin Seo, Deputy Director of NIPA, believes that integrating globally recognized products into the expanded NIPA studio will greatly benefit South Korea’s virtual production industry. David Oh, Exclusive Director at Ark Ventures Inc., also comments on the integration of leading technologies from Brompton, ROE Visual, disguise, and ARRI. He highlights the importance of NIPA’s skilled teams in making the NIPA KOVAC XR STAGE one of South Korea’s most advanced integrated studio facilities.
Acknowledging Success
Elijah Ebo, Director of APAC Operations at Brompton, expresses his excitement about the growth and transformation of the NIPA team’s XR STAGE into a high-tech hybrid space. He acknowledges the studio’s wide usage across various sectors, including advertising, film production, and education. Ebo also praises the collaboration between the NIPA team and the Ark Ventures team for consistently delivering top-notch results.
