Introduction
Virtual idols, a fantasy organiser created by technology, are becoming the new favourite in the entertainment industry!
From Hatsune Miku’s global tour to the popularity of virtual anchors, the performance stage of virtual idols is becoming more and more cool.
But do you know? Creating such a fantasy stage is inseparable from the strong support of Afficheurs LED!
Table des matières
1. What is a virtual idol?
Virtual idols, in simple terms, are stars “created” by computer technology. Just like playing games, someone uses a computer to design a particularly cool or cute character.
Give them names, set personalities, teach them to sing and dance, and then let them “business” on the Internet and on the stage to attract fans.
For example, Hatsune Miku from Japan is a particularly popular virtual idol. She is a virtual “singer” whose voice is synthesized by software and whose image is a cute green-haired girl.
Fans like her very much, and they will write songs and make animations for her. She will hold concerts and release albums like a real star.
There are many advantages of virtual idols:
- The image can be changed at will:
If you want her to wear an ancient style today or a sports style tomorrow or change her eye colour from blue to purple, it can be done easily. Real idols can’t change so casually.
- All skills can be acquired:
If you want her to sing, dance, play guitar, or even tell jokes, you can do it through technology. And she can master many talents at the same time without having to practice hard like real people.
- You can “operate” anytime and anywhere:
You don’t have to consider traffic, weather, or worry about getting sick. You can appear whenever you want.
For example, you can hold online concerts in several countries in one day or chat with fans in several live broadcast rooms at the same time.
- Interacting with fans is super fun:
Virtual idols can chat with fans using artificial intelligence. When fans send bullet comments, she can respond immediately, and they can also play games together, feeling like friends.
2. What are the requirements for LED display screens on the virtual idol performance stage?
The performance of virtual idols depends entirely on visual effects, and the picture on the LED display screen must be dazzling enough.
Le résolution must be high so that the details of the virtual idols can be displayed, such as their delicate facial features, gorgeous clothes, and cool special effects.
The colour must also be accurate, and there must be no colour cast. Otherwise, the virtual idols will look unreal.
Le fréquence de rafraîchissement must be high, and the delay must be low. Otherwise, the audience will be distracted by the screen if it freezes.
Moreover, no matter where the audience sits, they can see a clear picture, which requires the display to have a wide enough viewing angle.
In short, the screen must make the audience fall in love with the performance of the virtual idol at first sight.
The stage environment of virtual idols is very complex, and the LED display must be able to withstand it.
If it is an outdoor performance, the screen must be waterproof and dustproof. Otherwise, it will “go on strike” after a rain.
Moreover, no matter how hot or cold the weather is, the screen must work normally and cannot have problems due to temperature changes. Even if it is indoors, the screen must be stable if there is humidity or dust on the stage.
In short, the screen must be like an “iron man” and can cope with any environment.
The performances of virtual idols are varied, and the functions of LED display screens must keep up.
The screen must be able to play high-definition videos and display pictures and text, as well as music, at the same time so as to meet the various needs of the performance.
Moreover, the shape of the screen is also very important. Sometimes, the stage needs a curved screen, a curved screen, or a floor tile screen to create a unique visual effect.
Most importantly, the screen must be able to interact with the audience, such as through AR technology, so that the audience feels that they are in the same space as the virtual idol. In this way, the audience will find it fun and will be attracted.
When the virtual idol performs, the screen must not go wrong. The screen must be able to run stably for a long time and have good heat dissipation.
Otherwise, it will heat up after running for a long time and easily cause problems.
Moreover, the screen must be perfectly synchronized with other equipment on the stage, such as cameras and motion capture systems.
If the screen picture and the virtual idol’s movements do not match, the performance will be messed up.
In short, the screen must be like a reliable partner and will not fall behind at critical moments.
The time for setting up the stage is tight, so the LED display screen must be easy to install.
It is best to be modular, like building blocks, which can be quickly installed and removed.
If the screen is broken, it must be repaired quickly, and the whole performance cannot be delayed because of a small problem.
In short, the screen must be easy to operate and not cause trouble for stage construction and maintenance.
3. How to use an LED display screen to create a virtual idol performance stage
Because the performance of virtual idols relies more on high-tech means such as virtual reality, augmented reality and holographic projection, the role of the LED display screen here is more like a “magic canvas” to present virtual idols and various fantasy scenes.
1). Create an immersive background
The focus of the virtual idol stage is to create a fantasy and immersive space. LED display screens can be used to show the virtual world of virtual idols.
For example, if the virtual idol comes from the future world, the display screen can show flashing neon lights, flying cars and high-tech buildings.
If it is a fantasy forest theme, you can show a forest with interlaced light and shadow, moving plants and mysterious creatures.
These background images should be perfectly synchronized with the movements and musical rhythm of the virtual idols so that the audience feels as if they are in the world of the virtual idols.
2). Use LED display screens to “extend” the stage
The stage of virtual idols often needs to break through the limitations of traditional stages. LED display screens can make the stage look larger and more layered through splicing and creative layout.
For example, curved screens or surround screens can be used to create a sense of surrounding the audience or display screens can be installed above and on the sides of the stage to “extend” the performance space of virtual idols to the top and around the audience.
In this way, virtual idols can “travel” on these screens, and the audience’s perspective will be richer.
3). Realize the interaction between virtual and reality
A highlight of the virtual idol stage is the interaction between virtual and reality. LED display screens can capture the movements of virtual idols in real time through motion capture technology and present them on the screen.
For example, when virtual idols dance on the stage, the display screen can synchronously display their dance movements and even add some special effects, such as trails of light behind them or virtual petals appearing under their feet.
Moreover, the audience can also interact with the display screen through mobile phones or other devices, such as voting to decide the costumes of virtual idols or choosing background music, and these interactive contents can be displayed on the LED screen in real time.
4). Use special effects of LED display screens
The stage of virtual idols needs some “magic” effects to attract the audience. LED display screens can achieve some special effects, such as transparent screens, à l'oeil nu 3D effects or holographic projection.
Transparent screens can make virtual idols “float” in mid-air on the stage or let the background images show through them, creating a dreamy feeling.
Naked eye 3D effects allow the audience to see three-dimensional images without wearing glasses.
Such as virtual idols “jumping” out of the screen or virtual props flying from the screen to the audience. These special effects will make the stage cooler.
5). Flexible adjustment and fast update of content
The performance content of virtual idols is often updated, and LED display screens need to be able to quickly change and adjust the content.
For example, according to different performance themes or fan feedback, the background image, special effects, or interactive links can be changed at any time.
The content management system of the display screen should be simple and easy to use so that the staff can operate it in real time so that the virtual idol’s stage can always remain fresh.
4. In addition to the LED display screen, what other technologies are needed to "cooperate"?
1). Motion capture technology:
The core of the virtual idol’s performance is that the movements should be smooth and natural.
Motion capture technology involves putting a special “sensing suit” on the actor or installing cameras on the stage to capture the actor’s movements and expressions.
These movements will be transmitted to the computer in real-time and then displayed through the LED display screen.
For example, when the virtual idol dances on the stage, the LED display screen will synchronously display the virtual idol’s movements so that the audience can see the picture as if the virtual idol is really on the stage.
In this way, the virtual idol can move to the rhythm of the music, and the movements are particularly smooth.
2). Holographic projection technology:
Holographic projection technology is like opening a “portal” for virtual idols, allowing them to appear on the stage in 3D.
The virtual idols seen by the audience are like they are really standing on the stage, and they can even interact with real people.
For example, the virtual image of Teresa Teng can sing with Zhou Shen because the holographic projection technology “pulled” the virtual idol into reality.
The LED display can be used as the background of holographic projection to show the dynamic scenes of the virtual idol, such as a starry sky behind the virtual idol or virtual flowers popping out under his feet, making the whole stage more fantastic.
3). AR and VR technology: Let the audience “travel” to the virtual world
AR (augmented reality) technology can “superimpose” virtual elements on the real stage, such as a starry sky suddenly appearing behind the virtual idol or virtual flowers popping out under his feet.
VR (virtual reality) technology is even more powerful. When the audience wears VR glasses, they can completely enter the world of the virtual idol, as if they have become part of the performance.
For example, at some virtual idol concerts, after the audience puts on VR glasses, they feel like they are next to the virtual idol, which is super cool!
The LED display can be used as a visual carrier of AR and VR technology, such as displaying the interactive scenes of virtual idols on the stage.
Or display the dynamic background of the virtual idol through the LED display, allowing the audience to seamlessly switch between reality and virtuality.
4). Real-time rendering technology:
The images of virtual idols’ performances need to be rendered in real time. Otherwise, they will freeze, and the audience will feel uncomfortable watching them.
Real-time rendering technology is like adding an “accelerator” to the image so that the virtual idol’s movements and background images can be displayed smoothly.
For example, when the virtual idol dances on the stage, the background image will also change with the rhythm, and it will not freeze at all. This is the credit of real-time rendering technology.
As a “large canvas” for displaying images, the LED display screen can present these smooth images in real time so that every frame seen by the audience is super clear.
5). Video processing and control equipment:
With so many cool images, video processing and control equipment are also needed to “direct” them.
These devices can adjust the colour and brightness of the image and can also splice multiple images together to make the entire stage look more perfect.
For example, if the virtual idols and background images on the stage are to be perfectly integrated, these devices are needed to “tune”.
As the final display device, the LED display screen needs these video processing and control devices to ensure the quality and effect of the image so that the image seen by the audience is both beautiful and coordinated.
5. Conclusion
A successful virtual idol performance is not only a display of technology but also a perfect fusion of art and technology.
As the core of the stage, the LED display screen is crucial in every detail, from high resolution to interactive experience, from environmental adaptation to system stability.
The support of cutting-edge technologies such as motion capture, holographic projection, AR/VR, etc., has made the stage of virtual idols break through the boundaries of imagination.
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