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Vixia Checklist

2015-01-14T00:30:41Z

Onekee03:

# '''Check Media Loan Equipment'''
#* Do you have the camera?
#* Battery?
#* Battery Charger?
#* HDMI cord?
#* USB cord?
#* Microphone?
#* Tripod?
#* Headphones?
#* A white piece of paper or a plain white flat object to white balance off of?
# '''Prepare camera for shooting.'''
#* Initialize SD card
#* Set to Manual Mode
#* Set recording mode to MXP
#* Set frame rate
#* Check Audio ( Turn on Headphones, Set volume level)
#* Turn Digital Zoom off.
#* Decide if Image Stabilization is appropriate for the shot.
# '''Preparing shots.'''
#* Check Mic Level
#* Check Focus
#* Check White Balance
#* Check Exposure
#* Start Filming!

'''For a more detailed overview visit [http://wikis.evergreen.edu/computing/index.php/Vixia_-_Intro Vixia Intro]'''
[[Category:Workshops - MML]]
[[category:Video Production]]
[[category:Media Workshop Outlines]]

'''It is highly recommended to print out this sheet as well as the operating guide/workshop outline to bring along with you on your shoot.'''

Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth - Voice Recorder

2015-01-14T00:24:23Z

Onekee03: /* Voice Recorders */

===Voice Recorders===
[[Digital Voice Recorders Quick Guide]]

[[Sony RDS Voice Recorder Checklist]]

===Save Files to Orca===

See '''[[File Space Overview]]''' for instructions on how to do this depending upon the operating system (Mac/PC) that you're using.

[[Category:2014-2015]]

Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth - Voice Recorder

2015-01-14T00:24:10Z

Onekee03: /* Voice Recorders */

===Voice Recorders===
[[Digital Voice Recorders Quick Guide]]
[[Sony RDS Voice Recorder Checklist]]

===Save Files to Orca===

See '''[[File Space Overview]]''' for instructions on how to do this depending upon the operating system (Mac/PC) that you're using.

[[Category:2014-2015]]

Sony RDS Voice Recorder Checklist

2015-01-14T00:22:38Z

Onekee03: Created page with "'''Sony RDS Voice Recorder Check-List-''' # Do you have everything in the kit? #* The Recorder #*The USB file transfer Cable #* The recorder sleve #* The Windscreen # (Optiona..."

'''Sony RDS Voice Recorder Check-List-'''
# Do you have everything in the kit?
#* The Recorder
#*The USB file transfer Cable
#* The recorder sleve
#* The Windscreen
# (Optional) Do you have any needed supplementary equipment?
#* Camera?
#* Microphone (with 8th inch adapter)
# Prepare for recording!
#* Use hold button to power on device.
#* Select recording mode (either low or high).
#* Select folder to record into.
#* When ready to record, press red circular button on the right side of the recorder.
#* To pause recording, press the REC red button once again.
# Playing back and checking recording.
#* To play back recording, hit the STOP button on the side of the recorder which will put you back at the folder.
#* Press the PLAY button to play back recording.
# Back up files!
#* To back up files plug the device using the USB cord into the computer.
#* Drag the files from the device drive onto the storage of the computer.
#*Always remember to eject the device drive before removing the connection
'''More Information Here''' -- http://wikis.evergreen.edu/computing/index.php/Digital_Voice_Recorders_Quick_Guide

[[Category:Workshops - MML]]

Vixia Checklist

2015-01-13T20:52:34Z

Onekee03:

# '''Check Media Loan Equipment'''
#* Do you have the camera?
#* Battery?
#* Battery Charger?
#* HDMI cord?
#* USB cord?
#* Microphone?
#* Tripod?
#* Headphones?
# '''Prepare camera for shooting.'''
#* Initialize SD card
#* Set to Manual Mode
#* Set recording mode to MXP
#* Set frame rate
#* Check Audio ( Turn on Headphones, Set volume level)
#* Turn Digital Zoom off.
#* Decide if Image Stabilization is appropriate for the shot.
# '''Preparing shots.'''
#* Check Mic Level
#* Check Focus
#* Check White Balance
#* Check Exposure
#* Start Filming!
'''For a more detailed overview visit [http://wikis.evergreen.edu/computing/index.php/Vixia_-_Intro Vixia Intro]'''
[[Category:Workshops - MML]]
[[category:Video Production]]
[[category:Media Workshop Outlines]]

Vixia Checklist

2015-01-13T20:51:58Z

Onekee03:

# '''Check Media Loan Equipment'''
#* Do you have the camera?
#* Battery
#* Battery Charger?
#* HDMI cord?
#* USB cord?
#* Microphone?
#* Tripod?
#* Headphones?
# '''Prepare camera for shooting.'''
#* Initialize SD card
#* Set to Manual Mode
#* Set recording mode to MXP
#* Set frame rate
#* Check Audio ( Turn on Headphones, Set volume level)
#* Turn Digital Zoom off.
#* Decide if Image Stabilization is appropriate for the shot.
# '''Preparing shots.'''
#* Check Mic Level
#* Check Focus
#* Check White Balance
#* Check Exposure
#* Start Filming!
'''For a more detailed overview visit [http://wikis.evergreen.edu/computing/index.php/Vixia_-_Intro Vixia Intro]'''
[[Category:Workshops - MML]]
[[category:Video Production]]
[[category:Media Workshop Outlines]]

Vixia - Intro

2014-11-14T17:37:28Z

Onekee03: /* Media Loan */

==Media Loan==
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan www.evergreen.edu/medialoan]
* L2504. End of hallway past Libary and Computer Center Entrances.
* Reserve Equipment
* Test Equipment
* Late Fees
Late Fines assessed daily, per item
Equipment valued over $250 — $20.00 per day
Equipment valued under $250 — $10.00 per day
Keys and all equipment and accessories valued over $50 — $10.00 per day
Equipment and accessories valued under $50 — $5.00 per day

* [[Vixia_HD_Camcorder_Operating_Guide | Vixia Operating Guide]]
* [[Vixia_HD_Camcorder_Proficiency_Test | Vixia Proficiency Test]]
* [[Vixia Checklist]]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_manual_vixiahf200.pdf HF200]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_vixiahfm300_manual.pdf HF M300]
* [http://cms.evergreen.edu:8080/renderfile/global/evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/manual_video_vixiahfm400.pdf HF M400]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_manual_hfm500.pdf HF M500]

==Cameras==
There are three models of the Vixia available at Media Loan. The HF200 has a joystick interface and the HFM300, HFM400 and HFM500 have a touchscreen interface.

===Set Up===
# Get out camera.
# Attach to tripod.
# Insert battery or connect AC power.
# Turn camera power on.
# Set the '''Mode''' switch to '''Manual''' in the camera home menu.
#* '''Home > Camera Mode > Manual'''

===Menu Settings===
The memory card should be initialized each time the camera is checked out from Media Loan.
====Initialize Memory Card====
# '''Home > Other Settings > Wrench Icon > Initialize'''
# Click the button on the right.
# Click '''Initialize''' and then click '''Yes'''.
# Click the '''X''' to leave the menu.

====Record Settings ====
The recording mode and rate rate need to be set.
# '''Home > Other Settings > Filmstrip Icon'''
# Select '''Recording Mode''' and click the button on the right.
# Set it to '''MXP''' which is the highest quality.
# Click the back button (arrow on top left).
# Select '''Frame Rate''' and click the button on the right.
# Select '''60i (Standard)'''
# Click the back button (arrow on top left).
# Click the '''X''' to leave the menu.

====Audio====
Monitor the quality of the audio recording by using headphones and setting manual recording levels. Use the on-board microphone, or plug in an external one from Media Loan using a hi-lo audio adapter.
=====Headphones=====
#Turn on the headphone jack.
#* '''Home > Other Settings > Wrench Icon > AV/Headphones > Headphones'''
#Adjust the listening volume (this does not effect recording level).
#* '''Home > Other Settings > Wrench Icon > Volume > Headphones''' Set volume as needed.

=====Mic Level=====
#Set manual level control: '''Function > Mic Level > Manual'''
#Use the level controls to have the audio levels loud enough so that occasionally the levels will go to the right of the '''-12dB''' point.

====Zoom====
The '''Zoom''' lever is on the top of the camera.
'''W''' is for wide or zoomed out. '''T''' is for telephoto or zoomed in.

Turn off the '''Digital Zoom'''.
# '''Home > Other Settings >Camera Icon > Digital Zoom'''
# Set to '''Off'''

====Focus====
In '''Auto Focus''' mode touch the screen to to select where to focus. The camera will try to track the object if it moves. In '''Manual''' focus the focus setting stay where they are set.

# '''Function > Focus'''.
# Press the '''MF''' to change to '''Manual Focus'''
# Press with the rectangle to set the focus.
# When the 4 triangles stop flashing the focus is set.
# The two button on the left can be held down to adjust the focus as if you where turning a focus ring.

====Manual Exposure====

# '''Function > Exposure'''.
# Use the dial or arrows keys at the bottom to manually set the exposure.

====White Balance====
The white balance needs to be set for the lighting conditions. Auto white balance or a preset can be used but it is best to set a custom white balance.

# '''Function > White Balance'''
# Press '''Custom WB'''.
# Zoom in on a white object.
# Press '''Set WB'''. When the icon stops flashing the white balance is set.

====Image Stabilizer====
The Image Stabilizer can reduce motion in hand held use but can can problems when used with a tripod.

# '''Home > Other Settings > Camera Icon > Image Stabilizer'''
#* '''Dynamic''' - compensates for a higher degree of shake, such as when shooting when walking.
#* '''Standard''' - Compensates for a lower degree of shake.
#* '''Off''' - use when mounted on tripod.

===Recording===
Press the record button on the back of the camera to start and stop recording.
The record light and record counter will display on the LCD screen.

===Playback===
# Press the '''Camera/Play''' button on the inside of the camera.
# A grid will appear on the LCD screen.
# Click an video to play it.

==File Management==

=== Downloading Files ===
*Connect a card reader + memory card from your camera...or...connect the camera with the provided ac adapter and USB cable to the computer
*Create a folder on the '''Storage''' drive with your name
*Copy the '''ENTIRE BDMV''' folder intact from the memory card into your folder
*Eject the memory card after copying by dragging it to the trash
* Mac Playback
** '''QuickTime Player''' can be used to preview the files.
** Double click the '''AVCHD''' file.
* Windows Playback
** VLC can be used to open and view the .mts files.
** In VLC go to '''Video > Deinterlace > On'''.

===Save Files to Orca===

See '''[[File Space Overview]]''' for instructions on how to do this depending upon the operating system (Mac/PC) that you're using.

==Proficiency Test==
Complete the operation test and the written test.

'''Get proficiency sign in sheet.'''

[[category:Video Production]]
[[category:Media Workshop Outlines]]

Vixia - Intro

2014-11-14T17:37:05Z

Onekee03: /* Media Loan */

==Media Loan==
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan www.evergreen.edu/medialoan]
* L2504. End of hallway past Libary and Computer Center Entrances.
* Reserve Equipment
* Test Equipment
* Late Fees
Late Fines assessed daily, per item
Equipment valued over $250 — $20.00 per day
Equipment valued under $250 — $10.00 per day
Keys and all equipment and accessories valued over $50 — $10.00 per day
Equipment and accessories valued under $50 — $5.00 per day

* [[Vixia_HD_Camcorder_Operating_Guide | Vixia Operating Guide]]
* [[Vixia_HD_Camcorder_Proficiency_Test | Vixia Proficiency Test]]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_manual_vixiahf200.pdf HF200]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_vixiahfm300_manual.pdf HF M300]
* [http://cms.evergreen.edu:8080/renderfile/global/evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/manual_video_vixiahfm400.pdf HF M400]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_manual_hfm500.pdf HF M500]
*[[Vixia Checklist]]

==Cameras==
There are three models of the Vixia available at Media Loan. The HF200 has a joystick interface and the HFM300, HFM400 and HFM500 have a touchscreen interface.

===Set Up===
# Get out camera.
# Attach to tripod.
# Insert battery or connect AC power.
# Turn camera power on.
# Set the '''Mode''' switch to '''Manual''' in the camera home menu.
#* '''Home > Camera Mode > Manual'''

===Menu Settings===
The memory card should be initialized each time the camera is checked out from Media Loan.
====Initialize Memory Card====
# '''Home > Other Settings > Wrench Icon > Initialize'''
# Click the button on the right.
# Click '''Initialize''' and then click '''Yes'''.
# Click the '''X''' to leave the menu.

====Record Settings ====
The recording mode and rate rate need to be set.
# '''Home > Other Settings > Filmstrip Icon'''
# Select '''Recording Mode''' and click the button on the right.
# Set it to '''MXP''' which is the highest quality.
# Click the back button (arrow on top left).
# Select '''Frame Rate''' and click the button on the right.
# Select '''60i (Standard)'''
# Click the back button (arrow on top left).
# Click the '''X''' to leave the menu.

====Audio====
Monitor the quality of the audio recording by using headphones and setting manual recording levels. Use the on-board microphone, or plug in an external one from Media Loan using a hi-lo audio adapter.
=====Headphones=====
#Turn on the headphone jack.
#* '''Home > Other Settings > Wrench Icon > AV/Headphones > Headphones'''
#Adjust the listening volume (this does not effect recording level).
#* '''Home > Other Settings > Wrench Icon > Volume > Headphones''' Set volume as needed.

=====Mic Level=====
#Set manual level control: '''Function > Mic Level > Manual'''
#Use the level controls to have the audio levels loud enough so that occasionally the levels will go to the right of the '''-12dB''' point.

====Zoom====
The '''Zoom''' lever is on the top of the camera.
'''W''' is for wide or zoomed out. '''T''' is for telephoto or zoomed in.

Turn off the '''Digital Zoom'''.
# '''Home > Other Settings >Camera Icon > Digital Zoom'''
# Set to '''Off'''

====Focus====
In '''Auto Focus''' mode touch the screen to to select where to focus. The camera will try to track the object if it moves. In '''Manual''' focus the focus setting stay where they are set.

# '''Function > Focus'''.
# Press the '''MF''' to change to '''Manual Focus'''
# Press with the rectangle to set the focus.
# When the 4 triangles stop flashing the focus is set.
# The two button on the left can be held down to adjust the focus as if you where turning a focus ring.

====Manual Exposure====

# '''Function > Exposure'''.
# Use the dial or arrows keys at the bottom to manually set the exposure.

====White Balance====
The white balance needs to be set for the lighting conditions. Auto white balance or a preset can be used but it is best to set a custom white balance.

# '''Function > White Balance'''
# Press '''Custom WB'''.
# Zoom in on a white object.
# Press '''Set WB'''. When the icon stops flashing the white balance is set.

====Image Stabilizer====
The Image Stabilizer can reduce motion in hand held use but can can problems when used with a tripod.

# '''Home > Other Settings > Camera Icon > Image Stabilizer'''
#* '''Dynamic''' - compensates for a higher degree of shake, such as when shooting when walking.
#* '''Standard''' - Compensates for a lower degree of shake.
#* '''Off''' - use when mounted on tripod.

===Recording===
Press the record button on the back of the camera to start and stop recording.
The record light and record counter will display on the LCD screen.

===Playback===
# Press the '''Camera/Play''' button on the inside of the camera.
# A grid will appear on the LCD screen.
# Click an video to play it.

==File Management==

=== Downloading Files ===
*Connect a card reader + memory card from your camera...or...connect the camera with the provided ac adapter and USB cable to the computer
*Create a folder on the '''Storage''' drive with your name
*Copy the '''ENTIRE BDMV''' folder intact from the memory card into your folder
*Eject the memory card after copying by dragging it to the trash
* Mac Playback
** '''QuickTime Player''' can be used to preview the files.
** Double click the '''AVCHD''' file.
* Windows Playback
** VLC can be used to open and view the .mts files.
** In VLC go to '''Video > Deinterlace > On'''.

===Save Files to Orca===

See '''[[File Space Overview]]''' for instructions on how to do this depending upon the operating system (Mac/PC) that you're using.

==Proficiency Test==
Complete the operation test and the written test.

'''Get proficiency sign in sheet.'''

[[category:Video Production]]
[[category:Media Workshop Outlines]]

Vixia Checklist

2014-11-05T19:09:32Z

Onekee03:

# '''Check Media Loan Equipment'''
#* Do you have the camera?
#* Battery
#* Battery Charger?
#* HDMI cord?
#* USB cord?
#* Microphone?
#* Tripod?
#* Headphones?
# '''Prepare camera for shooting.'''
#* Initialize SD card
#* Set to Manual Mode
#* Set recording mode to MXP
#* Set frame rate
#* Check Audio ( Turn on Headphones, Set volume level)
#* Turn Digital Zoom off.
#* Decide if Image Stabilization is appropriate for the shot.
# '''Preparing shots.'''
#* Check Mic Level
#* Check Focus
#* Check White Balance
#* Check Exposure

'''For a more detailed overview visit [http://wikis.evergreen.edu/computing/index.php/Vixia_-_Intro Vixia Intro]'''
[[Category:Workshops - MML]]

Vixia Checklist

2014-11-05T19:03:10Z

Onekee03:

# '''Check Media Loan Equipment'''
#* Do you have the camera?
#* Battery
#* Battery Charger?
#* HDMI cord?
#* USB cord?
#* Microphone?
#* Tripod?
#* Headphones?

# '''Prepare camera for shooting.'''
#* Initialize SD card
#* Set to Manual Mode
#* Set recording mode to MXP
#* Set frame rate
#* Check Audio ( Turn on Headphones, Set volume level)
#* Turn Digital Zoom off.
#* Decide if Image Stabilization is appropriate for the shot.

# '''Preparing shots.'''
#* Check Mic Level
#* Check Focus
#* Check White Balance
#* Check Exposure

'''For a more detailed overview visit [http://wikis.evergreen.edu/computing/index.php/Vixia_-_Intro Vixia Intro]'''
[[Category:Workshops - MML]]

Vixia Checklist

2014-11-05T19:02:00Z

Onekee03: Vixia

# '''Check Media Loan Equipment'''
#* Do you have the camera?
#* Battery
#* Battery Charger?
#* HDMI cord?
#* USB cord?
#* Microphone?
#* Tripod?
#* Headphones?

# '''Prepare camera for shooting.'''
#* Initialize SD card
#* Set to Manual Mode
#* Set recording mode to MXP
#* Set frame rate
#* Check Audio ( Turn on Headphones, Set volume level)
#* Turn Digital Zoom off.
#* Decide if Image Stabilization is appropriate for the shot.

# '''Preparing shots.'''
#* Check Mic Level
#* Check Focus
#* Check White Balance
#* Check Exposure

For a more detailed overview visit [http://wikis.evergreen.edu/computing/index.php/Vixia_-_Intro Vixia Intro]
[[Category:Workshops - MML]]

Vixia - Intro

2014-11-04T22:32:13Z

Onekee03: /* Set Up */

==Media Loan==
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan www.evergreen.edu/medialoan]
* L2504. End of hallway past Libary and Computer Center Entrances.
* Reserve Equipment
* Test Equipment
* Late Fees
Late Fines assessed daily, per item
Equipment valued over $250 — $20.00 per day
Equipment valued under $250 — $10.00 per day
Keys and all equipment and accessories valued over $50 — $10.00 per day
Equipment and accessories valued under $50 — $5.00 per day

* [[Vixia_HD_Camcorder_Operating_Guide | Vixia Operating Guide]]
* [[Vixia_HD_Camcorder_Proficiency_Test | Vixia Proficiency Test]]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_manual_vixiahf200.pdf HF200]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_vixiahfm300_manual.pdf HF M300]
* [http://cms.evergreen.edu:8080/renderfile/global/evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/manual_video_vixiahfm400.pdf HF M400]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_manual_hfm500.pdf HF M500]

==Cameras==
There are three models of the Vixia available at Media Loan. The HF200 has a joystick interface and the HFM300 & HFM400 have a touchscreen interface.

===Set Up===
# Get out camera.
# Attach to tripod.
# Insert battery or connect AC power.
# Turn camera power on.
# Set the '''Mode''' switch to '''Manual''' in the camera home menu.

===Menu Settings===
The memory card should be initialized each time the camera is checked out from Media Loan.
====Initialize Memory Card====
# '''Function > Menu > Wrench Icon > Initialize'''
# Click the button on the right.
# Click '''Initialize''' and then click '''Yes'''.
# Click the '''X''' to leave the menu.

====Record Settings ====
The recording mode and rate rate need to be set.
# '''Function > Menu > Filmstrip Icon'''
# Select '''Recording Mode''' and click the button on the right.
# Set it to '''MXP''' which is the highest quality.
# Click the back button (arrow on top left).
# Select '''Frame Rate''' and click the button on the right.
# Select '''60i (Standard)'''
# Click the back button (arrow on top left).
# Click the '''X''' to leave the menu.

====Audio====
Monitor the quality of the audio recording by using headphones and setting manual recording levels. Use the on-board microphone, or plug in an external one from Media Loan using a hi-lo audio adapter.
=====Headphones=====
#Turn on the headphone jack.
#* '''Function > Menu > Wrench Icon > AV/Headphones > Headphones'''
#Adjust the listening volume (this does not effect recording level).
#* '''Function > Menu > Wrench Icon > Volume > Headphones''' Set volume as needed.
=====Mic Level=====
#Set manual level control: '''Function > Mic Level > Manual'''
#Use the level controls to have the audio levels loud enough so that occasionally the levels will go to the right of the '''-12dB''' point.

====Zoom====
The '''Zoom''' lever is on the top of the camera.
'''W''' is for wide or zoomed out. '''T''' is for telephoto or zoomed in.

Turn off the '''Digital Zoom'''.
# '''Home > Under the camera Menu > Zoom'''
# Set to '''Off'''

====Focus====
In '''Auto Focus''' mode touch the screen to to select where to focus. The camera will try to track the object if it moves. In '''Manual''' focus the focus setting stay where they are set.

# '''Function > Focus'''.
# Press the '''MF''' to change to '''Manual Focus'''
# Press with the rectangle to set the focus.
# When the 4 triangles stop flashing the focus is set.
# The two button on the left can be held down to adjust the focus as if you where turning a focus ring.

====Manual Exposure====

# '''Function > Exposure'''.
# Use the dial or arrows keys at the bottom to manually set the exposure.

====White Balance====
The white balance needs to be set for the lighting conditions. Auto white balance or a preset can be used but it is best to set a custom white balance.

# '''Function > White Balance'''
# Press '''Custom WB'''.
# Zoom in on a white object.
# Press '''Set WB'''. When the icon stops flashing the white balance is set.

====Image Stabilizer====
The Image Stabilizer can reduce motion in hand held use but can can problems when used with a tripod.

# '''Function > Image Stabilizer'''
# Press '''Standard''' for handheld use and '''off''' for tripod use.

===Recording===
Press the record button on the back of the camera to start and stop recording.
The record light and record counter will display on the LCD screen.

===Playback===
# Press the '''Camera/Play''' button on the inside of the camera.
# A grid will appear on the LCD screen.
# Click an video to play it.

==File Management==

=== Downloading Files ===
*Connect a card reader + memory card from your camera...or...connect the camera with the provided ac adapter and USB cable to the computer
*Create a folder on the '''Storage''' drive with your name
*Copy the '''ENTIRE BDMV''' folder intact from the memory card into your folder
*Eject the memory card after copying by dragging it to the trash
* VLC can be used to open and view the .mts files.
** In VLC go to '''Video > Deinterlace > On'''.

===Save Files to Orca===

See '''[[File Space Overview]]''' for instructions on how to do this depending upon the operating system (Mac/PC) that you're using.

==Proficiency Test==
Complete the operation test and the written test.

'''Get proficiency sign in sheet.'''

[[category:Video Production]]
[[category:Media Workshop Outlines]]

Vixia - Intro

2014-11-04T22:31:13Z

Onekee03: /* Zoom */

==Media Loan==
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan www.evergreen.edu/medialoan]
* L2504. End of hallway past Libary and Computer Center Entrances.
* Reserve Equipment
* Test Equipment
* Late Fees
Late Fines assessed daily, per item
Equipment valued over $250 — $20.00 per day
Equipment valued under $250 — $10.00 per day
Keys and all equipment and accessories valued over $50 — $10.00 per day
Equipment and accessories valued under $50 — $5.00 per day

* [[Vixia_HD_Camcorder_Operating_Guide | Vixia Operating Guide]]
* [[Vixia_HD_Camcorder_Proficiency_Test | Vixia Proficiency Test]]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_manual_vixiahf200.pdf HF200]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_vixiahfm300_manual.pdf HF M300]
* [http://cms.evergreen.edu:8080/renderfile/global/evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/manual_video_vixiahfm400.pdf HF M400]
* [http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/video_manual_hfm500.pdf HF M500]

==Cameras==
There are three models of the Vixia available at Media Loan. The HF200 has a joystick interface and the HFM300 & HFM400 have a touchscreen interface.

===Set Up===
# Get out camera.
# Attach to tripod.
# Insert battery or connect AC power.
# Turn camera power on.
# Set the '''Mode''' switch to '''M'''.

===Menu Settings===
The memory card should be initialized each time the camera is checked out from Media Loan.
====Initialize Memory Card====
# '''Function > Menu > Wrench Icon > Initialize'''
# Click the button on the right.
# Click '''Initialize''' and then click '''Yes'''.
# Click the '''X''' to leave the menu.

====Record Settings ====
The recording mode and rate rate need to be set.
# '''Function > Menu > Filmstrip Icon'''
# Select '''Recording Mode''' and click the button on the right.
# Set it to '''MXP''' which is the highest quality.
# Click the back button (arrow on top left).
# Select '''Frame Rate''' and click the button on the right.
# Select '''60i (Standard)'''
# Click the back button (arrow on top left).
# Click the '''X''' to leave the menu.

====Audio====
Monitor the quality of the audio recording by using headphones and setting manual recording levels. Use the on-board microphone, or plug in an external one from Media Loan using a hi-lo audio adapter.
=====Headphones=====
#Turn on the headphone jack.
#* '''Function > Menu > Wrench Icon > AV/Headphones > Headphones'''
#Adjust the listening volume (this does not effect recording level).
#* '''Function > Menu > Wrench Icon > Volume > Headphones''' Set volume as needed.
=====Mic Level=====
#Set manual level control: '''Function > Mic Level > Manual'''
#Use the level controls to have the audio levels loud enough so that occasionally the levels will go to the right of the '''-12dB''' point.

====Zoom====
The '''Zoom''' lever is on the top of the camera.
'''W''' is for wide or zoomed out. '''T''' is for telephoto or zoomed in.

Turn off the '''Digital Zoom'''.
# '''Home > Under the camera Menu > Zoom'''
# Set to '''Off'''

====Focus====
In '''Auto Focus''' mode touch the screen to to select where to focus. The camera will try to track the object if it moves. In '''Manual''' focus the focus setting stay where they are set.

# '''Function > Focus'''.
# Press the '''MF''' to change to '''Manual Focus'''
# Press with the rectangle to set the focus.
# When the 4 triangles stop flashing the focus is set.
# The two button on the left can be held down to adjust the focus as if you where turning a focus ring.

====Manual Exposure====

# '''Function > Exposure'''.
# Use the dial or arrows keys at the bottom to manually set the exposure.

====White Balance====
The white balance needs to be set for the lighting conditions. Auto white balance or a preset can be used but it is best to set a custom white balance.

# '''Function > White Balance'''
# Press '''Custom WB'''.
# Zoom in on a white object.
# Press '''Set WB'''. When the icon stops flashing the white balance is set.

====Image Stabilizer====
The Image Stabilizer can reduce motion in hand held use but can can problems when used with a tripod.

# '''Function > Image Stabilizer'''
# Press '''Standard''' for handheld use and '''off''' for tripod use.

===Recording===
Press the record button on the back of the camera to start and stop recording.
The record light and record counter will display on the LCD screen.

===Playback===
# Press the '''Camera/Play''' button on the inside of the camera.
# A grid will appear on the LCD screen.
# Click an video to play it.

==File Management==

=== Downloading Files ===
*Connect a card reader + memory card from your camera...or...connect the camera with the provided ac adapter and USB cable to the computer
*Create a folder on the '''Storage''' drive with your name
*Copy the '''ENTIRE BDMV''' folder intact from the memory card into your folder
*Eject the memory card after copying by dragging it to the trash
* VLC can be used to open and view the .mts files.
** In VLC go to '''Video > Deinterlace > On'''.

===Save Files to Orca===

See '''[[File Space Overview]]''' for instructions on how to do this depending upon the operating system (Mac/PC) that you're using.

==Proficiency Test==
Complete the operation test and the written test.

'''Get proficiency sign in sheet.'''

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