Virtual Imaging Technology Lab

Facilities

This newly renovated 3600 sq foot space in the College of Fine Arts houses an incredible array of virtual and immersive technologies, highlighted by our 28’x10’ LED Wall. The facility is also stocked with professional video sound, lighting and cameras, optical and suit-based motion capture systems, streaming technology and virtual reality headsets. In addition to the 2200 sq ft main lab, the space is also home to a dedicated 300 sq ft streaming room, 1100 sq ft office space, and small specialty computer lab.

Blue and purple 3D animated forest scene displayed on LED wall with lights off. Surrounding main studio space shows performance area, lighting instruments, PCs and various monitors.

VITAL houses several different virtual technologies for use in a wide variety of projects.

Please note: We do not loan or rent out *any* of our equipment.

LED Wall

Our 1.8mm pixel pitch, 28’x10’ LED Wall is a real stunner. Powered by Planar TVF panels, the wall is designed to support video, photo, visualization and virtual production activities. The wall can be combined with the other virtual technologies to create highly engaging virtual experiences.

Motion Capture

Our 25-camera OptiTrack Optical Motion Capture System covers a primary 22’x22’ area and is capable of capturing multiple performers at once. Capture can be recorded for later usage or can be integrated live with VR or the LED Wall.

In addition, our Rokoko Motion Capture Suit provides a more mobile solution with integrated hand and face capture.

Close up of OptiTrack Prime 13 motion capture cameras.

Shows Rokoko's Smartsuit Pro II, which is used for motion capture.

Virtual Reality

Our virtual reality equipment currently consists of 6 Meta Quest 2’s with battery packs, one Meta Quest Pro, and the amazing Varjo XR-3.

Image of the Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro VR headsets.

Video

Our video equipment is currently Video: Red Komodo, 35mm and 50mm prime cine lens, 24-70mm Sigma Zoom.

Recording/Podcast Room

Our Podcasting and Audio Recording Room is equipped with a Rodecaster Pro II Podcasting Console, two Rode PodMics, lighting and two comfy chairs. For audio recording, Sennheiser mics are also available.