Alfalite, the leading European manufacturer of LED displays, has announced the launch of its innovative SkyPix RGBW & IM series. These ceiling-mounted LED panels are specifically designed for virtual production (VP XR) environments, representing a significant advancement in the industry.
Unlike previous solutions, SkyPix uniquely combines RGB video playback with an integrated white lighting channel. This allows for the creation of more natural, coherent, and adaptable scenes from above. Featuring a 3.9 mm pixel pitch, up to 9,000 nits of RGB brightness, and a 7,680 Hz refresh rate, SkyPix provides precise light control. Its color temperature range extends from 3,200 – 6,504K, with a TM-30 color rendering index (Ra) of 90. Energy efficiency is ensured with an average power consumption of just 35W (90W max).
A key distinguishing feature is the Invisible Marker (IM) system. This innovative system replaces traditional physical tracking markers with a virtual, invisible alternative compatible with existing tracking technologies. This ensures accurate, real-time synchronization and allows for customizable IM constellations embedding metadata directly into the shoot.
Lighting control is achieved through a dedicated application, enabling real-time adjustments of both color and intensity—by zone or pixel—with user-defined presets. “With SkyPix, we’re taking the integration of image and light within virtual production volumes one step further,” says Luis Garrido, Executive Director of Alfalite. “We listened to studios and lighting technicians to create a panel that not only displays content, but also lights the scene with unprecedented realism and communicates with the broader production system. It eliminates the maintenance and synchronization issues associated with traditional tracking markers. Once again, we’re surprising the market with a cutting-edge solution unlike anything previously available for film, television, advertising, and broadcast. It’s a tool designed to let creators focus on storytelling without compromising technical precision.”
The SkyPix series targets film, TV, advertising, live event, and broadcast productions utilizing VP XR environments. This launch further underscores Alfalite’s dedication to providing purpose-built solutions for this rapidly evolving sector.