USA - Brompton Technology will introduce the latest Tessera V3.5 software features at this year’s InfoComm 2024, ‘bringing significant improvements and functionality for professional workflows in live events, virtual production, broadcast, XR, corporate, and esports markets’. Additions include Frame Store, Hidden Markers, and Dark Time Insertion. Tessera V3.5 will be available to Brompton users in June.
Frame Store adds a capability to the Tessera LED processor to store and recall 24 bitmaps. These bitmaps can either be captured from a live video source or uploaded directly to the processor. The feature is integrated into the existing Test Pattern function, resolving previous limitations in test pattern quality by supporting industry-standard HDR to deliver unparalleled depth of colour and brightness. The Frame Store function also allows users to access significantly higher-quality test patterns, complete with alpha channels to be used as overlays.
“Frame Store means users can trigger test patterns to evaluate HDR video quality on LED screens or utilise them for commissioning new panels,” says Cesar Caceres, product lead at Brompton Technology. “For live events, pre-recorded test patterns can be showcased to troubleshoot video issues or be creatively overlaid with transparent company logos for enhanced branding during corporate events.
“The introduction of the Frame Store feature enhances flexibility and test pattern quality for our users. We've received overwhelmingly positive initial feedback, and Brompton customers are eagerly anticipating the seamless integration of this feature into their day-to-day workflows.”
The Hidden Marker function allows markers to be displayed for a fraction of the frame period. This brings a significant improvement as implementing markers previously required sending two frames: one with the content; and another with the marker.
“With Hidden Marker’s improved capability, this limitation has been removed. Now, we can send any image we want and use the ShutterSync function to display it only when the shutter is closed. Since the image is now stored within the panels and not generated by the LED processor, it does not impact the processor's network capacity,” explains Caceres.
Following successful integration with Mo-Sys's camera tracking system, Brompton now offers its digital tracking markers functionality with stYpe's RedSpy, another leading tracking system. Additionally, Brompton users can now choose Custom Markers within the same interface, which can be uploaded remotely via a USB key, or through the API.
“In addition to partnering with major players like Mo-Sys and stYpe, we aim to provide a broader range of companies with access to the Hidden Marker functionality,” says Caceres. “To achieve this, we've introduced the Custom Marker option, allowing companies to upload any one-bit image into the LED processor for use as a marker.”
Caceres emphasises that with the latest features introduced in Tessera V3.5 software, their applications can span diverse sectors like theme parks, simulations, and eGaming among others. “Whether in a live event, virtual production, or broadcast environment, the new features exemplify the quintessential Brompton approach to delivering top-quality and industry-leading functionality, with yet more brilliant tools to control the image and make it look good in camera and to the eye,” he concludes.
