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We now know at least one option, namely what is (actually) behind those large sliding walls in MSNBC's Studio 3A.
In the 2021 election night report on November 2, 2021, the network used the green screen space behind the west entrance of the studio for the first time-adding a virtual set extension, presenting an elegant open atrium overlooking New York.
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This chroma key area was added during the refurbishment of Studio 3A in 2021. This area made its debut on September 20, 2021, and occupies roughly the same position as the previous network that had a group of workstations.
The two large wall parts from floor to ceiling can be slid to one side to reveal the space behind, but until now they have been kept closed most of the time to prevent the dazzling green from appearing in the virtual scene technology, which requires a combination of graphics software and cameras Tracking, not activated.
When closed, the integrated LED video panel, including the panel behind the frosted peacock sign device that splits in the middle when the wall is opened, is used to create various appearances.
Sitting behind these walls is a space measuring approximately 28 x 28 feet, equipped with Pro Cyc wall units and green floors.
Similar to the concept of virtual scene expansion used in the "MSNBC Report", this green screen space is conceived as a way to "add" to a real studio and provide additional opportunities to tell stories independently or work with others room.
In this composite animated image produced by NewscastStudio, green represents the computer-generated part of the screen, while the areas on both sides covered by green are real landscape elements. On the left part of the wall illuminated in blue, there is a vertical strip, although this is part of the "real" set, it seems to have inadvertently inserted a virtual set extension.
On election night, MSNBC created an open atrium observation deck—perhaps inspired by the “Top of the Rock” attraction that is part of its headquarters complex—with a dark urban landscape as a background and a structure similar to the structure. The matching pillars are framed and show the line patterns of those found in the real studio.
The design also includes simulated cables supporting these structures, as well as a metallic NBC Peacock suspended above the virtual space, above which is a reconstruction of the skeleton arch found in 3A.
MSNBC can choose to "pop up" a floating figure in the middle of the virtual floor to simulate the reflection on the floor, including patterns similar to the Art Deco patterns found in the real space ceiling light boxes.
This panel can be used to display images, game graphics, and even promotions for the upcoming series.
In this detail of throwing the ball at Steve Kornacki, a narrow green stripe can be seen under his wild touchscreen display, which the computer obviously did not see.
MSNBC places data expert Steve Kornacki in front of the real arch, and often uses a handheld camera to move from the video wall camera on the left side of the space or the main anchor area in the southeast corner of the studio, and "enter" the virtual space in the distance.
Kornacki's touch screen was previously located at the extreme left end of the curved LED ribbon camera, which resulted in it being called the "Kornacki Curve" at least internally.
Now it is a bit far from the end of the curve, right in the center of the arch. As in previous elections, MSNBC installed a small camera on the side of the Kornacki workstation, allowing viewers to watch the so-called "Kornacki Cam" at any time. It also often appears in boxes on the screen during commercial advertising hours.
Virtual space also continues to appear, behind most of Kornacki's footage, because most straight-line shots capture most of the green behind his monitor.
MSNBC chose to use the large, curved "star" desks used in past election reports, rather than the new red L-shaped desks designed for new studio spaces and such special reports-but it's worth noting Yes, there are only three people seated on the desk, which can accommodate at least twice, so the choice of desk may be partly a decision of social distancing.
Guests participated in performances from various locations in 30 Rock and other cities, including the former home of "NBC Evening News", Studio 3AW (formerly Studio 3C) and the plug-in studio "News Corner".
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Most of the graphics on the network reflect the same appearance of the 2020 elections, and well-known election themes are also widely used.
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