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ASKA3D Aerial Display: The Future of Building Experiences Is Already Here
Imagine your building lobby where visitors interact with a floating digital reception panel — no screen, no surface, no touch required. Picture your shopping mall atrium displaying a vivid, mid-air brand visual that stops foot traffic dead. Envision your office elevator with a contactless floor-selection panel that requires zero physical touch.
This is not science fiction. This is ASKA3D — Japan’s patented aerial imaging technology, now available to building owners, shopping mall management teams, and business owners in Singapore.
What Is ASKA3D?
ASKA3D is an aerial display system that projects real, full-colour images and interactive interfaces into mid-air — visibly floating in space with no screen, no mist, and no special glasses required.
Developed and manufactured in Japan by Asukanet Co., Ltd., ASKA3D uses a proprietary optical plate — the ASKA3D Plate — based on a patented technology called the Dihedral Corner Reflector Array (DCRA). Light from a display source passes through the specially structured glass or resin plate, and the two-perpendicular-mirror micro-structure within it reconverges that light at an equal distance on the opposite side — forming a sharp, real, floating image in open air.
The result is an image that appears to exist in physical space. No projection surface. No fog. No headset. Just a vivid, floating visual that your visitors, tenants, and customers can see — and interact with — instantly.
ASKA3D holds international patents on this technology. The precision micro-mirror structure — patterned at hundreds of micron intervals — is manufactured exclusively in Japan to the tolerances required for sharp aerial imaging.
The ASKA3D Product Range
ASKA3D offers a complete product ecosystem for commercial and architectural applications:
ASKA3D Plates (Glass & Resin)
The core optical component. Available in multiple sizes from 200mm to 1050mm, in both glass and resin variants:
Glass ASKA3D Plates
(ASKA3D-200 to ASKA3D-1050): Superior image clarity and brightness. Ideal for high-impact signage, large-format aerial displays, and premium architectural installations. The ASKA3D-1050 is the largest plate in the range — delivering large-scale aerial imaging for flagship installations such as mall atriums, hotel lobbies, and premium office receptions.
Resin ASKA3D Plates
(ASKA3D-200NT, ASKA3D-250NT): Cost-effective without sacrificing quality. Suited to mass-deployment applications — multiple elevator floors, multi-unit retail installations, and high-volume integration projects where per-unit cost is a factor.
The displayed image area covers approximately 70% of the plate surface area — delivering large, clear aerial visuals even at the entry-level plate sizes.
ASKA3D Aerial Display Unit
A complete, plug-and-play aerial display solution. The unit integrates the ASKA3D Plate, LCD monitor, infrared motion sensor, and housing into a single ready-to-deploy device — connectable to any Windows PC. No custom integration required. Deploy in your lobby, retail space, or office and begin operating your aerial touchless interface immediately.
Ukuu Live Stage Series
For premium experiential installations — virtual characters, brand mascots, or live human presenters appearing in real physical space. The Ukuu Live Stage enables two-way interactive communication with virtual or remote presenters projected into mid-air. Ideal for flagship retail events, brand activations, museum installations, and premium hospitality experiences.
Why ASKA3D for Singapore Buildings & Commercial Spaces?
1. Fully Touchless Interaction — Built for a Post-Pandemic World
Singapore’s commercial real estate sector has permanently elevated hygiene expectations. Tenants, visitors, and shoppers expect touchless experiences across lobby directories, elevator controls, visitor registration, and wayfinding systems.
ASKA3D delivers a contactless touch panel — the interface floats in air, and motion sensors (compatible with Intel RealSense, Leap Motion, and Sony Depthsensing Solutions) detect mid-air gestures to register selections. No physical contact. No contamination risk. No cleaning downtime.
For building managers and facilities officers, this means reduced maintenance burden and a demonstrably higher standard of hygiene infrastructure — a material advantage in tenant retention and new lease negotiations.
2. A Landmark First Impression in Your Lobby or Atrium
Your building entrance is your brand. A floating aerial display at reception, in your lobby, or suspended above your mall atrium creates an immediate, unforgettable impression that no conventional digital signage can replicate.
ASKA3D is deployed globally in retail environments, museums, government facilities, tourism venues, restaurants, and automotive showrooms — precisely because the floating image commands attention in a way that flat screens cannot.
For shopping mall management teams, aerial display technology positioned at key traffic intersections drives dwell time, creates organic social media sharing moments, and elevates the experiential premium of your property — all critical factors in competing against e-commerce and driving footfall in 2025 and beyond.
3. Dynamic Digital Signage That Changes Everything
The ASKA3D Plate is content-agnostic. Connect it to any display source and you can show wayfinding maps, promotional content, product launches, building directories, event schedules, or brand campaigns — updating content remotely without physical intervention.
For office building owners and facilities managers, this replaces static signage with a dynamic, updateable aerial display platform that can serve multiple functions simultaneously: visitor management, floor directories, emergency information, and tenant branding.
4. Multiple Viewing Orientations for Any Architectural Context
ASKA3D Plates can be configured for five distinct viewing orientations — front-facing, top-down (looking down), floor projection, side-view, and upward-viewing — making the technology adaptable to virtually any architectural context, from ceiling-mounted atrium installations to floor-embedded interactive wayfinding for malls.
Key Use Cases for Singapore Properties
| Property Type | ASKA3D Application |
|---|---|
| Shopping Mall | Atrium floating signage, interactive wayfinding, retail activation displays |
| Office Building | Contactless lobby directory, visitor registration, elevator floor selection |
| Hotel / Hospitality | Premium welcome display, concierge information, event signage |
| Hotel / Hospitality | Hotel / Hospitality |
| Retail Flagship Store | Government / Civic Building |
| Queue management, public information, touchless kiosk | Commercial Lobby |
ASKA3D vs. Conventional Digital Signage
| Property Type | ASKA3D Application | Conventional Screen |
|---|---|---|
| Shopping Mall | Atrium floating signage, interactive wayfinding, retail activation displays | Yes |
| Office Building | Contactless lobby directory, visitor registration, elevator floor selection | Standard |
| Hotel / Hospitality | Premium welcome display, concierge information, event signage | Fixed |
| Retail Flagship Store | Product showcase, brand activation, floating price/promo display | Yes |
| Government / Civic Building | Queue management, public information, touchless kiosk | High |
| Commercial Lobby | Tenant directory, security gate touchless access panel | Limited |
| Wall, ceiling, floor, counter | Audience engagement | Passive |
Specifications at a Glance
Available plate sizes
200mm to 1050mm (glass); 200mm–250mm (resin)
Image display area
Approx. 70% of plate surfac
Compatible sensors
Intel RealSense, Leap Motion, Sony Depthsensing Solutions, Neonode, SMK Corporation
Display unit
Integrated plate + LCD + IR sensor + housing (Windows PC required)
Mounting configurations
Front, overhead, side, floor, upward
Image type
Real aerial image — no mist, no glasses, no projection surface
Bring ASKA3D to Your Singapore Property
Whether you manage a Grade A office tower in Raffles Place, a suburban shopping centre, or a mixed-use development across the island, ASKA3D creates the kind of differentiated visitor experience that drives occupancy, footfall, and tenant satisfaction.
We are the authorised partner delivering ASKA3D technology in Singapore — providing end-to-end consultation, installation support, and content advisory for building owners and property management teams.
Product
Our Range of ASKA 3D Media Players & Controllers
VX 400 Pro / VX 600 Pro / VX 1000 Pro / VX 2000 Pro
Novastar VX Pro Series LED Video Controller
Up to 13M Pixels
Up to 12 Layers
16384 × 8192 Max Resolution
256 Presets
Multi-Input Support
Up to 20 Ethernet Ports
Unico Software Control
Easy Installation
Nova Cloud LED Control System
4K@60Hz Video Decoding
Android 10 / 11 OS
Sync & Async Switching
Multi-device Sync Playback
Wi-Fi AP+STA Dual Mode
Wired Network Up to 1 Gbps
VNNOX Cloud Management
Up to 128GB Storage Expansion
SMP-2200 / SMP-2400 / SMP-8100
Cayin Technology Digital Signage Media Player
Flip Chip Process
Ultra High-definitions
Golden Ratio
Broad Gamut
Ultra Thin
Energy Saving
High Contrast
Easy Installation
FAQs
What is the difference between an LED video controller and a media player?
They handle two different jobs, and most setups actually use both. Think of the media player as the brain that holds your content and decides what plays and when. The LED video controller then takes that content and spreads it neatly across all the LED panels, sorting out the resolution, layout, and colour so the separate cabinets blend into one clean picture. So the player chooses what to show, and the controller decides how it looks across the wall. On this page, the Novastar VX Pro units are the controllers, while the Nova Cloud and Cayin units are the media players.
Do I really need a media player for digital signage?
If you want anything more than a single still image, then yes. A media player is what lets you schedule your content, play video smoothly, keep several screens in sync, update everything remotely, and keep playing even if your internet drops out. You can run a screen off a USB stick or a laptop, but you give up the scheduling, the remote updates, and the reliability, and it tends not to last in a setting that runs all day. For a proper commercial setup in a mall, lobby, or shopfront, a dedicated media player is the safer bet. We can help you match the right one to your number of screens and how often your content changes.
What does an LED video wall controller actually do?
In short, it manages the signal going to every pixel on your wall. It takes the feed coming from your media players or computers, then scales, splits, and arranges it across all the LED cabinets so they behave as one big screen rather than a grid of separate ones. It also looks after things like supporting high resolutions, layering a few sources on screen at the same time, switching between inputs, and saving layouts you can bring back instantly. The Novastar VX Pro controllers here, for instance, handle very high resolutions, multiple layers, and up to twenty Ethernet ports for running large walls.
What resolution and screen size can these controllers and players support?
That comes down to the model you choose. In the Novastar VX Pro range, the controllers scale up to around 13 million pixels and a top resolution of 16384 by 8192, which is plenty for big, high-density LED walls. The Nova Cloud player decodes 4K at 60Hz for sharp, smooth playback on standard screens. The right pick really depends on your wall’s total pixel count, how many sources you want showing at once, and your budget. Send us your screen dimensions and pixel pitch and we’ll point you to the model that fits.
Which operating systems do your media players run on?
Our range covers all the usual commercial choices. Depending on the model, the players run on Windows, Android, or Linux, with the Nova Cloud unit running Android 10 or 11. Windows is handy for more complex content and integrations, Android is a cost-effective and dependable option for everyday signage, and Linux is popular where you want something light and stable that simply never switches off. They’re all built for round-the-clock use with proper thermal management too, which really matters in Singapore’s heat and humidity. We’re happy to recommend the best operating system based on your content and the systems you already use.
Can these players manage and sync content across multiple screens remotely?
Yes. The Nova Cloud system supports synchronised playback across multiple devices and remote management through VNNOX cloud software, so you can update and control screens in different locations from a single dashboard. The Novastar VX Pro controllers also keep large multi-panel walls in sync and store up to 256 presets, so you can switch layouts in an instant. In practice, this means you can run a whole network of screens, push out new content remotely, and keep everything aligned without ever visiting each site. We’ll set up the cloud management for you and train your team when we hand it over.
Do you provide installation and support for LED controllers in Singapore?
Yes, we do. Auronova supplies, installs, and supports LED video controllers and media players right across Singapore. That covers helping you choose the right model for your wall, configuring the controller and content software, installing and calibrating everything on site, and looking after maintenance and support down the line. Since these units are made to run 24/7, we also help with thermal management and regular servicing so they keep performing for years. Get in touch for a free quote and we’ll recommend the right fit for your LED setup.