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The Raynor Memorial Libraries support digital media production for Marquette students by providing equipment, work space, and assistance for creating and producing multimedia projects and presentations. The Digital Media Studio includes workstations for both Mac and PC platforms with an array of software applications (see full list at the bottom of the page).

 

What the studio can help with »

  • Digital video recording and editing.
  • Create multimedia elements, including but not limited to: animation and custom graphics.
  • Create a podcast.
  • Create video, graphics and animation to make presentations come to life.
  • Create a custom soundtrack.
  • Learn to create your own project with our self-guided Digital Media Production 101:
    • Watch completed projects.
    • View a plethora of useful resources on screenwriting, cinematography, lighting and editing and download helpful production templates.

Policies and Procedures »


Equipment »


iPads »


ITEM SPECIFICATIONS
  • A number of iPads and iPad2s are available for 24 hour checkout. A host of office and productivity applications have been pre-installed.
  • An optional keyboard can be checked out with the iPad too. If interested, please ask for the keyboard upon checkout.
  • 9.7-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen Multi-Touch display.
  • Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music.
  • See the Apple Website for more details.

Laptops »


ITEM SPECIFICATIONS

HP Compaq 6910p



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  • 15 HP Compaq 6910p are available for 4 hour checkout. Laptops may be renewed when at least two units are available.
  • A number of office and productivity applications have been pre-installed. View the complete listing of software installed.
  • Laptops MUST stay within Raynor Memorial Libraries building while checked-out.
  • 8 MacBook Pro laptops are available for 4 hour checkout.
  • A number of office and productivity applications have been pre-installed, including Audacity, Handbrake and iLife.
  • Laptops MUST stay within Raynor Memorial Libraries building while checked-out.

Digital Camera »


ITEM SPECIFICATIONS

Canon PowerShot SD1300



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  • Total Pixels Approx. 12.7 Megapixels
  • Effective Pixels Approx. 12.1 Megapixels
  • Powered by 1 Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery Pack NB-6L
  • Mac and PC compatible
  • See the Canon Website for more details.

Video Cameras »


ITEM SPECIFICATIONS

Canon VIXIA HF R21



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  • HOW-TO Guide for Canon VIXIA HF R21
  • An optional tripod can be checked out too. If interested, please ask for the tripod when checking out the camera.
  • Has a Microphone input. An optional handheld or lavalier microphone may also be checked out, please ask for it when checking out the camera.
  • 3.0" Touch Panel LCD
  • Can record up to 12 hours of high definition video to the 32GB internal flash drive
  • 24p & 30p Frame Modes
  • Captures video at 1920 x 1080 resolution
  • See the Canon Website for drivers and more details.

Canon VIXIA HF S30



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  • HOW-TO Guide for Canon VIXIA HS30
  • An optional tripod can be checked out too. If interested, please ask for the tripod when checking out the camera.
  • Has a Microphone input. An optional handheld or lavalier microphone may also be checked out, please ask for it when checking out the camera.
  • Native 24p Mode / 24p Cinema Mode / 30p Frame Mode
  • 3.5" Touch Panel LCD Screen
  • Can record up to 12 hours of high definition video to the 32GB internal flash drive
  • Has slots for 2 SDXC memory cards in addition to 32GB internal memory
  • Captures video at 1920 x 1080 resolution and 8.0 megapixel photos
  • See the Canon Website for drivers and more details.
  • HOW-TO Guide for Canon FS300
  • THERE IS NO MICROPHONE INPUT FOR THIS DEVICE
  • An optional tripod can be checked out too. If interested, please ask for the tripod when checking out the camera.
  • Records in Standard Definition
  • Records to an SD Memory Card. Maximum recording Time on a 32GB SD Memory Card: LP (3 Mbps): 20 hours, 50 minutes; SP (6 Mbps): 11 hours; XP (9 Mbps): 7 hours, 20 minutes
  • USB 2.0 Hi-Speed transfer
  • Dolby Digital 2 channel (AC-3)
  • Lens Zoom Ratio 41x Advanced Zoom (16:9 mode); 37x Optical / 2000x Digital
  • Recording system is MPEG-2
  • See the Canon Website for more details.
  • Internal Memory: 16GB (4 hr)
  • Video Resolution: 1280 x 720
  • Frame Rate: 30 frames per second
  • Built-in flip-out USB arm (up to 2.0 USB speed)
  • Rechargeable lithium ion battery, charges on USB
  • Mac and PC compatible
  • An optional tripod can be checked out too. If interested, please ask for the tripod when checking out the camera.
  • See the FlipHD Website for more details.

Audio Recorders »


ITEM SPECIFICATIONS

Olympus DS-2400



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  • HOW-TO Guide for Zoom H4n
  • Recording Format: WAV (Quantization: 16/24bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/96kHz), MP3 (Bit Rate: 48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320kbps/VBR, Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz)
  • Records to a SD/SDHC card
  • USB 2.0 Hi-Speed transfer
  • Mac and PC compatible
  • See the Zoom Website for more details.

Software »


ITEM SPECIFICATIONS

Avid Media Composer
  • VIDEO TUTORIALS for Avid Media Composer
  • Directly access and edit RED files through AMA, without transcoding (images are scaled to HD frame size)
  • Work natively with QuickTime video formats, including Apple ProRes and H.264
  • Edit video and audio by dragging and dropping elements in the timeline
  • Mix and match frame sizes and aspect ratios — in addition to formats, frame rates, and resolutions — in the same timeline
  • Create high-quality sounds and mixes with support for RTAS audio processing plug-ins
  • PC ONLY
  • See the Avid Website for more details.

Adobe Audtion 3
  • Waveform editing tools
  • Editing options for grouped clips
  • Batch saving of multiple audio files
  • Ability to duplicate tracks
  • Low-latency mixing engine
  • PC ONLY
  • See the Adobe Website for more details.

Adobe CS 6

Final Cut Pro X
  • VIDEO TUTORIALS for Final Cut Pro X
  • Edit multichannel audio faster than ever - right in the timeline.
  • The Magnetic Timeline improves on traditional ways of trimming, including ripple, roll, slip, and slide edits.
  • With the unique Auditions feature, you can collect multiple alternative shots at a single location in the timeline and quickly cycle through them in context.
  • Seamlessly import media from file-based cameras and file system locations using the unified import window.
  • Set up Smart Collections to organize clips in a variety of ways without moving or copying files.
  • Search even more precisely by creating your own keywords and assigning them to clip ranges.
  • MAC ONLY
  • See the Apple Website for more details.

Final Cut Studio

Vegas Movie Studio 10
  • VIDEO TUOTORIALS for Vegas Movie Studio
  • Edit video in nearly any format including HDV and AVCHD
  • DVD Architect Studio software is included so you can easily create and burn professional-looking DVD and Blu-ray Disc projects
  • Choose from hundreds of professional 2D and 3D video effects, titles and filters.
  • Organize and save the Vegas Movie Studio HD Platinum 10 editing environments to fit the way you work.
  • PC ONLY
  • See the Sony Website for more details.

Microphones »


ITEM SPECIFICATIONS

Lavalier Microphone



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  • CAN ONLY BE USED WITH THE CANON VIXIA
  • HOW-TO Guide for Using with Canon Vixia
  • Ideal for capturing audio from someone with minimal background noise
  • Small and lightweight for unobtrusive, virtually unseen operation
  • Smooth exterior and recessed grille screen minimize clothing noise
  • Two mounting options -- tie clasp or tie tack
  • Convenient, secure belt clip attaches connector to belt or clothing

Handheld Microphone



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  • CAN ONLY BE USED WITH THE CANON VIXIA
  • HOW-TO Guide for Using with Canon Vixia
  • Ideal for capturing audio from someone with minimal background noise
  • Four-stage pop and dust filter Internal shock absorber

Cable Extension



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  • CAN ONLY BE USED WITH THE CANON VIXIA
  • 25 foot cable extends the distance between the camera and microphone
  • Features finely stranded center conductors and a braided shield for superior noise rejection
  • Cables are extremely flexible and reliable under the roughest conditions

Microphone Headset



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  • Ideal for recording voice overs for PowerPoints or videos
  • Plug and play USB connectivity with Mac and PC
  • Self-loading driver software provides full access to accessing and configuring headset parameters
  • Self-adjusting headband fits virtually any head size
  • Thick around-ear cushions for comfort and noise isolation
  • Flexible gooseneck mic with noise compensation
  • Volume control and mic muting built-in