LAS VEGAS — Planar has built itself a reputation as a leading visualization technology company. At the NAB Show, it teamed up with 3D tracking systems affiliate company OptiTrack to showcase a selection of broadcast and media technologies that grabbed the attention of thousands of conference and expo floor attendees.
In particular, advancements in LED display and motion capture (mocap) technology were on display, with camera tracking accuracy of particular note.
“Broadcast and media professionals today are demanding greater flexibility in their workflows than ever before,” said Tom Petershack, general manager of media and special projects at Planar. “We’re seeing a growing emphasis on future-proofing studios, particularly support for multi-camera workflow with finer pixel pitch LED and precision camera tracking. To meet that demand, we’ve expanded our industry-leading portfolio with innovative solutions that elevate the experience for broadcasters and viewers.”
Attendees experienced a state-of-the-art virtual production volume designed for maximum
flexibility with a multi-camera workflow. At the heart of the experience is a preview of a Planar CarbonLight CLI Series LED video wall, specially designed to support multiple camera use in a fine pixel pitch. Specifically, it boasts a 1.5 millimeter pixel pitch, while the video wall presents on-camera performance optimization with high brightness, 240Hz frame rate, and advanced scan and refresh rates for seamless visual results. The product preview was paired with a 1.5 millimeter pixel pitch LED flooring.
NAB 2025 also marked the debut of OptiTrack’s Wired CinePuck, an Ethernet-connected device allowing extended detection ranges and increased positional precision while eliminating dropped frames caused by external RF noise. Featuring customizable marker arrangements and high-powered LEDs, Wired CinePuck increases trackability in environments spanning broadcast, cinema, virtual production, in-camera visual effects, large or unique volumes and noisy radio settings.
— Reporting by Adam Jacobson
