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Media Production Equipment is available for loan to members of the Smith Community at the IT Central Service Point (CSP) on Level G of Neilson Library. Equipment is loaned on a no-cost basis, though fees for losses, damages, and late returns may apply. In addition to the listed equipment, additional cables and adapters are also available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Media Production Equipment Loan Period<\/summary>\n

The standard loan period for digital media equipment is up to 3 days<\/strong>.

Renewals may be approved and depend upon equipment availability. Equipment to be loaned for semester-long coursework is arranged with instructors; once arranged, individual students can check out the equipment at the Central Service Point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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How to Reserve Equipment <\/summary>\n

Reserving equipment in advance is highly<\/em> recommended, as there are many digital media projects happening simultaneously. You may make a reservation in-person at the CSP desk, or you can make a reservation by completing the Digital Support Online Form<\/a>.<\/strong>

It is recommend to reserve the equipment for the day before<\/em> you will use it. (e.g. if you are recording an interview on a Friday, reserve the equipment for the Thursday before)<\/em>. This will give you time to test and practice with the equipment and ensure its in proper working order.
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Replacement Costs
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In the event that borrowed equipment is not returned or if the returned equipment is damaged, the borrower will be charged the repair fee or replacement cost, which may be assessed proportionately based on the age of the equipment.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

Learning to use Equipment<\/summary>\n

Where applicable, equipment cases will include a tag listing contents, as well as feature a QR code which can be scanned to access instructional videos or documentation on how to use that piece of equipment.
Videos can also be viewed at the Smith College Digital Support YouTube Channel<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

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Cameras<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Canon Vixia G70 Camcorder<\/strong>
4K & 1080p 24\/30\/60fps
Automatic or Manual Modes

Video:<\/strong> How to use the Canon Vixia G70<\/a><\/td>		 \"\" <\/td><\/tr>
Canon<\/strong> 80D DSLR<\/strong>
24 megapixel photo resolution
1080p 24\/30\/60fps video

Video<\/strong>: Canon EOS 80D Introduction<\/a><\/td>		\"\"\"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Insta360 One X <\/strong>
360\u00ba camera for photo or video
Up to 5.7K30 360\u00ba Video
18 megapixel 360\u00ba Photos<\/td>		\"\"\"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Logitech Brio Webcam<\/strong>
4K\/30fps video
Stereo Microphone<\/td>		\"\"\"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Supports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Manfrotto Tripods<\/strong>
Fluid head for smooth pans
Adjustable center post<\/td>		\"\" <\/td><\/tr>
Light Stands<\/strong>
Lightweight for various lighting applications
Also usable with Insta360 One X cameras<\/td>		\"\" \"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
DJI OM 5 Gimbals for Mobile Devices<\/strong>
Stabilizer for small mobile devices
Extendable ‘selfie stick’ mode
Tripod base for stable tabletop operation

Video: <\/strong>How to use the DJI OM5<\/a><\/td>		\"\"\"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
SmartPhone Kits<\/strong>
Small flexible tripod
Phone mount<\/td>		\"\"<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Portable Audio Recorders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Zoom H1n<\/strong>
Built-in Stereo Mics
Auto-Level Function
Simple Operation

Video: <\/strong>How to use the Zoom H1n<\/a><\/td>		\"\" <\/td><\/tr>
Zoom H4n<\/strong>
Adjustable Stereo Mics
Two XLR Inputs for additional Mics

Video:<\/strong> How to use the Zoom H4n<\/a><\/td>		\"\"\"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Zoom H6<\/strong>
Adjustable Stereo Mic Module
Mid-Side Mic Module
Four XLR Inputs for additional mics

Video<\/strong>: How to use the Zoom H6<\/a><\/td>		\"\"\"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Microphones<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Synco G2 Wireless Lav Mics<\/strong>
Includes 2 Transmitters for recording two subjects
Can be used with cameras, mobile devices or computers.

If using these mics with a mobile device you will need to also request an adapter for your specific device (USB-C to TRRS\/Headphones<\/em> for Android, or Lighting To TRRS\/Headphones<\/em> for Apple) See video for more details.

Video:<\/strong> How to use the Synco G2 Wireless Mics<\/a><\/td>
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Rode VideoMic<\/strong>
On-Camera Shotgun Mic

Video<\/strong>: How to use the Rode VideoMic<\/a><\/td>
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Deity V-Mic D3 Pro<\/strong>
On-Camera Shotgun Mic
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Audio Technica AT2020 USB<\/strong>
Plug-and-Play USB Condenser Microphone<\/td>		\"\"<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Lighting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
GVM 800DII – Studio Light Panel Kit<\/strong>
two 10″ x 10″ Bi-color LED Panels
Dimmable with adjustable color temp
Includes two stands<\/td>		 \"\" <\/td><\/tr>
Small LED Light Panel<\/strong>
4″ x 6″
Bi-Color with adjustable color temp
Dimmable<\/td>
\"\"<\/figure> \"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
5-in-1 Reflector Kit<\/strong>
White, Black, Transparent, Silver and Gold tones<\/td>
\"\"<\/figure> <\/td><\/tr>
Portable Photography Light Box
<\/strong>32″x32″x32″
Adjustable LED lights
Includes multiple colored background<\/td>		\"\"\"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
18″ Ring Light<\/strong>
Includes stand and camera mounts<\/td>		\"\"<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Miscellaneous<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
iScan Portable Scanner
For scanning JPG or PDF files
Wireless and handheld<\/td>		\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Wacom Intuos Drawing Tablet<\/strong>
For writing or digital drawing
USB or Bluetooth
Requires Wacom Drivers<\/a> installed<\/td>		\"\" <\/td><\/tr>
Wired Headphones<\/strong>
3.5mm stereo
Over-the-ear<\/td>		\"\" \"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
USB Footpedals<\/strong>
For assisting in transcription
use with ExpressScribe software

Documentation:<\/strong> Using ExpressScribe and Foot Pedals for Creating transcripts<\/a><\/td>		\"\"\"\"\"\"<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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