Equipment Checkout

IT Services maintains an inventory of equipment that can be checked out for SILS-related activities.

Policies
Mobile Devices
Still Cameras
Video Camcorders
Presentation
Audio
Miscellaneous

Policies

Only students, faculty and staff of the School of Information and Library Science may check out equipment from the SILS ITS lab.

SILS faculty, staff, masters and Ph.D. students may check out multimedia equipment overnight and up to 24 hours. If the 24-hour period is not sufficient, members of the SILS community have a one-time option to renew the item; however, the user must come back in to the checkout desk to do this.

ILS majors, minors, and people who are taking a SILS class can check out equipment for a maximum of eight hours or until the lab closes, whichever comes first.

In most cases paper manuals are available for checkout along with the equipment itself.

Mobile Devices

First Generation Apple iPad with Wi-Fi

The lab's two Wi-Fi capable iPads provide a unique way to browse the web as well as access to a variety of applications. The iPad features a large, 9.7 inch multi-touch display that responds to any orientation.

Among it's features are a 32 GB flash drive, up to 10 hours battery life, accelerometer & ambient light sensor, built-in speaker & microphone, SIM card tray and an on-screen touch keyboard.

Available applications include:

Dragon Dictation
Skype
Truphone
Google Maps
Dropbox
iTunes
YouTube

For more details, take a guided tour.

Still Cameras

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50 Digital Camera

Panasonic Lumix Digital Camera

10.1-megapixel with maximum image size of 3,648 x 2,736
1/1.8" CCD image sensor
Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens
Optical 12x zoom, f 7.4mm to 88.8mm (35mm film camera
equivalent: 35mm to 420mm)/F2.8 to F3.7
Digital 4x zoom
Built-in pop up flash
Recording media: SDHC Memory Card/SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard (Still
pictures only)
User manual

Video Camcorders

Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera

The lab's two pocket-sized Kodak cameras capture high definition digital video and still pictures. Their small form factor, along with the built-in USB arm for quick file transfer, allow for easy portability. The cameras can record up to 10 hours of HD video and feature an SD/SDHC card slot that can accommodate up to 32 GB of storage.

Additional features include:

2.5-inch LCD color screen
Video quality control in 720p HD (60 fps) or 1080p HD (30 fps)
5.3 Megapixels for still photography
HDMI port and cable, AV out, DC in
Built-in software for editing and uploading to Facebook and YouTube
Blur-reducing integrated image stabilization
Face tracking technology
External microphone jack with stereo support
JPEG file format for still photos, H.264 MOV, AAC-LC for video.
Rechargeable battery
User Guide

Canon Vixia HF M52 HD

Canon Vixia HF M52 HD Canon's Vixia HF M52 camcorder can record up to 12 hours of HD video. The high-sensitiveity sensor provides outstanding resolution. Operation is simple and intuitive with a 3 inch touch panel. This camcorder can record in MP4 format to an internal flash drive or a removable SD memory card. With built-in Wi-Fi, the camcorder can immediately upload video directly to your computer, iPhone, or favorite website. Check this out with the Canon WM-V1 Wireless Microphone for enhanced audio recording up to 50 meters away.

Additional features include:

Can record in MP4 format
HD video quality
3 inch touch panel for fast and easy control
Records to internal flash drive or removable SD memory card
Built-in software for editing and uploading to your PC, Facebook, or YouTube
Face tracking technology

Canon Vixia HF S11

Canon Vixia S11 camcorder The lab's two Vixia camcorders capture high definition video straight to disk (i.e., they have no tapes, you dump the video directly to a computer). They are relatively simple to use, have small form factors, and can record to their built-in memory or to removable SDHC cards. In the highest quality mode, you can record 30 minutes per 4 GB of SDHC space, in addition to the two hours you could capture on the built-in flash drive. Feel free to use your own cards if you need additional space.

The S11 is the newer, more advanced of our two Vixia kits. The S11 features:

High Definition AVCHD video at 1920x1080 resolution
Recording Media: 64GB built-in flash memory, or removable SD or SDHC memory cards
1/2.6" CMOS 8 Megapixel image sensor
Lens: f=6.4-64mm, F/1.8-3.0, 10x optical zoom, 200x digital zoom
Focusing system: Instant AF, Face Priority AF, TTL (through the lens)
24p cinema mode
Digic dv III image processor
low light mode
Connectivity: USB 2.0, HDMI mini, 3.5mm A/V composite out, 3.5mm microphone jack, mini-D component video output (cable provided)
User manual

Canon Vixia HF10

This is our older, but still very capable Vixia camcorder. The HF10 features:

High Definition AVCHD video at 1920x1080 resolution
Recording Media: 16GB built-in flash memory, or removable SD or SDHC memory cards
1/3.2" CMOS image sensor
Lens: f=4.8-57.6mm, F/1.8-3.0, 12x optical zoom
Connectivity: USB 2.0, HDMI mini, 3.5mm A/V composite out, 3.5mm microphone jack, mini-D component video output (cable provided)
Still image capture in JPEG format at 2048 x 1536 resolution (maximum)
Kit includes: manual; editing software; directional stereo microphone with windscreen; batteries; power cable; two (2) 8GB microSD cards with USB adapters; USB cable; high-quality component video cable; composite A/V cable
User manual

Canon GL2

If you are looking to record high quality, standard definition digital video, the Canon GL2 may be the camera you need. However, using it requires dealing with MiniDV tapes, and the workflow involves a few steps that you will need to learn if you are unfamiliar with the technology. Nevertheless, this is a fine little prosumer MiniDV camcorder with manual and automatic controls, good image sensors, and a decent lens.

Documentation for the editing with MiniDV tapes can be found here: MiniDV Workflow.

Canon GL2 mini dv camcorder

Resolution: 720x480 standard definition; fullscreen and widescreen modes
Image sensors: 3 CCD 1/4"
Lens: f/1.6 -2.9, 20X power zoom, 100x digital zoom, 4.2-84MM; 58mm filter diameter
Focusing system: TTL autofocus, manual focusing possible
1.7 megapixel still images can be recorded to miniSD cards
2.5" LCD screen; .44" color LCD viewfinder
Sound: stereo electret condenser microphone; PCM digital selectable 12-bit (32kHz/4ch) or 16-bit (48 kHz/2ch)
Input/output: 1/8" microphone input; 1/8" headphone jack; USB; IEE 1394 (firewire); S-Video output; 1/8" combination composite video and RCA audio output
Kit includes batteries, battery charger/power supply; directional "zoom" microphone; shoulder strap; composite 1/8" A/V cable
Basic instructions
User manual

Presentation Equipment

Kensington Wireless Presenter Pro

The Kensington Wireless Presenter Pro has a green laser that is 10x brighter than standard red lasers, keeping it visible on bright projectors, LCD monitors, and plasma displays. The design is comfortable and the format is intuitive.

Ultra bright green laser for use on all screens
Designed to fit comfortably in your hand
Works with Microsoft Powerpoint and Apple Keynote
2.4 GHz Wireless connection
Control presentations up to 150 feet away

Kensington Wireless Presenter K33373US

The Kensington Wireless Presenter lets you remotely control presentations. Portable and easy-to-use, it frees you from distraction and allows you to focus on what matters most - your presentation - instead of wires and cords. Palm-sized design features a convenient, one-touch start button.

Ergonomic design fits comfortably into the palm
Plug and play simplicity requries no set up
Works with Microsoft Powerpoint and Apple Keynote
2.4 GHz Wireless connection
Control presentations up to 60 feet away
Dimensions: 3.5L X 0.5H X 1.75W inches
Instruction Guide

Epson PowerLite EMP-1715 LCD Projector

Epson projector

When you have to take your presentation on-the-road, check out the new Epson EMP-1715 portable projector. It's a light-weight projector that uses 3LCD display technology, and provides a 1024 x 768 native resolution. The unit shines brightly with 2700 ANSI lumens. The projector can be checked out for 3 days. Instructors can contact the SILS Help Desk to reserve this projector.

2700 ANSI Lumens
1024 x 768 Native Resolution
4:3 Native Aspect Ratio
400:1 Contrast Ratio

AVerVision M50 Document Camera

The AVerVision M50 document camera is a portable device that allows you to project whatever the camera is capturing. The camera has a 5 megapixel sensor and up to 80x zoom. The AVerVision M50 also lets you record audio and video at 30 frames/second and saves the data to a USB flash drive or SD card for easy storage.

5 megapixel sensor
up to 30 FPS video
80x total zoom
on-board recording to USB flash drive or SD card

Audio

Zoom H4n digital recorder

Zoom H4n audio recorder The H4n is the lab's best audio recorder. It is simple enough to use for capturing interviews for transcription, but powerful enough for more advanced audio recording as well. While it is larger than a typical "dictation recorder," the audio quality is superior to such devices - which prevents headaches when transcribing. Additionally, the H4n records directly to the common .wav or .mp3 file formats. This allows you to organize and play the files on your computer as you would any music file.

Quick start guide

User manual

H1 Zoom Voice Recorder

The H1's microphones are configured in an X/Y pattern for perfect localization with natural depth and accurate imaging.
Built-in directional microphones focus on teh sound being recorded, ignoring unwanted noise behind them.
Recording levels can be set automatically or manually.
The H1 can record WAV files at better-than-CD quality for faithful recordings of natural sounds and acoustic instruments. It can also record in MP3 format to maximize recording time.
Built-in low-cut filter reduces unwanted background noise and focuses the recording, ideal for interviews and outdoor recordings. Optional windscreen will further reduce noise.

Miscellaneous

Dell 22" Touchscreen Monitor

A Dell 22" Touchscreen monitor is available for use in the Collaboratory space.

Multi-touch capabilities for Windows 7 Home Premium and above
Full HD (1920 x 1080) experience with 16:9 widescreen displa
Optimal brightness (220cd/m2) and 18,000:1 (max.) dynamic contrast ratio
Integrated 2MP webcam with dual microphones for video chats

Sony GPS-CS1KA image tracker

Keep track of your digital photos with satellite precision. The GPS-CS1KA calculates when and where your pictures were taken.

Sony GPS-CS1KA GPS unit

User Memory Capacity: Approx. 31 MB
Operating Time: Approx. 10-14 hours
Weight: 55g (2oz) (before battery added)
USB 2.0 interface
Receiving frequency: 1575.42 MHz (L1 band, C/A code)
Receiving method: 12 channel all-in-view tracking
Dimensions: W 3 1/2 x H 1 7/16 x D 1 7/16inches
User Manual

Notebook Power Adapters

Two Kensington Universal Notebook Power Adapters and one Apple 60W MagSafe Power Adapter are available for use within Manning Hall.

Kensington Universal Power Adapter

Settings for 14-17V and 17-21V requirements
Wall and auto input cables
Quickguide and Instructions
10 notebook tips for use with Acer, Compaq, Dell, Fujitsu-Siemens, Gateway, HP, IBM, Lenovo, Medion, Packard Bell, Sony, and Toshiba models.

Infinity USB Foot Pedal

The Infinity USB foot pedal is designed for use with transcription software to allow for foot-controlled audio playback.

The Infinity model is compatible with many different PC transcription software programs, though not with general audio file players such as Windows Media player.

Laptop Power Adaptor

The CyberPower CPS160SI3P is designed to keep laptops and other mobile devices powered up on the go.