The Campaign

Recent developments for high-resolution image transfer and immersive systems using head mounted display (HMD)s are aggressively making their ways into technology markets. However, we questioned the mere pursuit of high-resolution, and we have been exploring the possibility to develop a system to transmit an entire space with mind-blowing telepresence. Of course, without the use of HMDs. NTT, developed a way to transfer a HMD-less immersive experience, as if the whole space was 'teleported' through a real-time live speed transfer link from distant locations through tangible spatial display technology.

Creative Execution

Spatial layout of 9 transparent screens, including 1 double-sided screen, to create an engaging and immersive experience made possible through a powerful communication infrastructure. Ultra low latency multimedia synchronized transmission technology over high-speed networks Transfer distance 6,543 miles Zero packet loss 2K x 5 feeds (during the event) 4K x 13 feeds (tested on maximum transfer size on previous trials) Next generation real-time image extraction technology from any background Without using conventional green screen technology, our technology conducted human shape extractions of the artists in Tokyo from a background of choice, under various stage lighting conditions, then transmitted these isolated images. World debut of a double-sided transparent screen projection to display human form image extractions (double-sided screen provided by Polid Screen)

Indication of how successful the outcome was in the market

The showcase received instant success and venue was immediately packed with people. Our ultra low latency technology succeeded to make data transfer with zero packet losses, bringing high praise through SNS as the 'best live performance at SXSW'. After the performance, DJ starRo and experts at Internet2, a computer networking consortium which provided the high-speed network in the U.S., responded with a big thumbs up at the quality of the technology.

NTT carried out a live music showcase at SXSW, an event in Austin catered to the most recent music/interactive technology. The showcase was a fully synchronized live music showcase closing the gap between artists that were performing from long distances away. On stage in Austin, we welcomed the Grammy Award nominee DJ starRo to mesmerize his audience as artists representing the music scene in Japan (AyaBambi, Taichi Mukai, Cheeky Parade, Ryofu) were piped into the stage from Tokyo through a live 'teleportation' like synchronicity. Guests were able to experience a fully synchronized live music performance in a three dimensional layout of spatial immersive telepresence. Through this live experience made available to music and entertainment industry professionals, we were able to effectively project the future possibilities of music live entertainment.