2D Lab Manual - Revision history

Krusea at 19:24, 11 March 2026

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‎Log Book

Krusea: /* Support */

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‎Support

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‎Lights

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‎Intro

Krusea: /* Computer */

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‎Computer

Krusea: /* Scheduling */

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‎Scheduling

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‎Scheduling

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‎Scheduling

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‎Multiplane

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 * Turn on the power switch that is in front of the computer.
 * Power on the computer by pressing the button on the back right corner of the computer.
-[[File:mainstand.jpg|thumb|alt=The main animation stand in Com 309 2D lab.|The Main Animation Stand in the Com.]]
+[[File:mainstand.jpg|thumb|alt=The main animation stand in Com 309. It has a vertical camera mount positioned over a large adjustable table.|The Main Animation Stand in the Com.]]
 ===Main Animation Stand===
 * The animation table is a compound table that uses calibrated gears and tracks to incrementally adjust N/E/S/W directions, as well as rotation.

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 * The Evans 1408 - 2D Animation Rotoscope lab has and additional rotoscoping set-up.
 * The Com 309 - 2D Animation Multi-Use lab has a second messy stand.
 ===Log Book===
 * Every time you enter the lab please sign in and record the following information:
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 * Turn on the power switch that is in front of the computer.
 * Power on the computer by pressing the button on the back right corner of the computer.
-[[File:mainstand.jpg|thumb|right|alt=Alt text|The Main Animation Stand in the Com.]]
+[[File:mainstand.jpg|thumb|alt=The main animation stand in Com 309 2D lab.|The Main Animation Stand in the Com.]]
 ===Main Animation Stand===
 * The animation table is a compound table that uses calibrated gears and tracks to incrementally adjust N/E/S/W directions, as well as rotation.
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 * Zoom positioning is controlled by carefully adjusting the camera arm up/down by releasing the lock and slowly turning the crank.
 * Do not over tighten the locks or pull on the track - use the provided cranks.
 ===Camera===
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 The platen is an attachment to the Main Animation Stand that is used to flatten artwork.  This item is available by contacting animation staff.
-[[File:MessyStand.jpg|thumb|right|alt=Alt text|The Messy Stand]]
+[[File:MessyStand.jpg|thumb|alt=MEssy animation stand in Com 309 2D lab. Shows stand with camera and lights.|The Messy Stand]]
 === Com 309 - 2D Animation Multi-Use lab  ===

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 * Please do not attempt to unplug or re-wire anything, especially if you think you know what you are doing'''.'''
 * Flip through the log book to see if anyone else has experienced the same problem and if a solution was found.
-* Reports any lab problems by following the ''[[Report a Problem in a Media Lab|Report a problem in a media lab]]'' procedure.
+* Reports any lab problems by following the '''[[Report a Problem in a Media Lab|Report a problem in a media lab]]''' procedure.
 * If that fails, contact one of the following offices:
 ** email animationsupport@evergreen.edu

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 * Turn on the lights using the provided power strips.
 * To reduce any glare, make sure all room lights are off while shooting, and you can also wear black clothing to reduce any reflections.
-* If there is a burned-out bulb, contact the animation staff - '''do not''' replace burned out bulbs yourself.
+* If there is a burned-out bulb, contact the animation staff - do not replace burned out bulbs yourself.
 ===Platen===

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 There are two 2D Animation Labs.
 * Both have the main animation stands set up identically.
-* The Library 2D Rotoscope Lab (L1408) has and additional rotoscoping set-up.
+* The Evans 1408 - 2D Animation Rotoscope lab has and additional rotoscoping set-up.
-* The Com 2D Multi-Use Lab (Com 309) has a second messy stand.
+* The Com 309 - 2D Animation Multi-Use lab has a second messy stand.
 [[File:LogBook.jpg|thumb|right|alt=Alt text|The Log Book]]
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 ** Record any technical problems (so we can fix it)
 ** Status of the lab: clean, messy, is anything missing or broken?
-* This is the main form of communication between you and the animation staff who maintain and audit the space every week. Failure to sign in to the Log Book will result in a loss of access privileges.
+* This is the main form of communication between you and the animation staff who maintain and audit the space every week. Failure to sign in to the log book will result in a loss of access privileges.
 * If there is an immediate issue, please contact the Multimedia Lab at 360-867-5455 or email  animationsupport@evergreen.edu
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 * The labs can be scheduled in multiple ways.
 ** [[Self Service - Schedule Evergreen|Self Service]] in Schedule Evergreen
-** The Multimedia Lab L1404
+** The Multimedia Lab Evans1404
 *** [https://helpwiki.evergreen.edu/wiki/index.php/Category:Multimedia_Lab Multimedia Lab information]
 ** Media Loan
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 * Do not use keys to gain access outside of your scheduled time.
 * You are financially responsible for the room and its contents.
-* Lost or stolen keys must be reported immediately to both Media Loan and Animation staff.
+* Lost or stolen keys must be reported immediately to both Media Loan and Electronic Media staff.
 ===Support===
 Need Help?
-* '''Please do not attempt to unplug or re-wire anything, especially if you think you know what you are doing.'''
+* Please do not attempt to unplug or re-wire anything, especially if you think you know what you are doing'''.'''
-* Flip through the Log Book to see if anyone else has experienced the same problem and if a solution was found.
+* Flip through the log book to see if anyone else has experienced the same problem and if a solution was found.
 * Reports any lab problems by following the ''[[Report a Problem in a Media Lab|Report a problem in a media lab]]'' procedure.
 * If that fails, contact one of the following offices:
 ** email animationsupport@evergreen.edu
-** Multimedia Lab, L1404, 360-867-5455
+** Multimedia Lab, Evans 1404, 360-867-5455
-** Aaron Kruse, L1507, 360-867-6842
+** Aaron Kruse, Evans1507, 360-867-6842
 ==Lab Peripherals==
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 ===Main Animation Stand===
 * The animation table is a compound table that uses calibrated gears and tracks to incrementally adjust N/E/S/W directions, as well as rotation.
-* '''Never''' use sand, liquids, glitter, or other messy materials near or on this table, as it will permanently damage it.
+* Never use sand, liquids, glitter, or other messy materials near or on this table, as it will permanently damage it.
-* If you need to use messy materials, you must first contact animation staff and then use the Messy Stand (COM 2D Multi-Use Lab only)
+* If you need to use messy materials, you must first contact animation staff and then use the messy stand in Com 309 - 2D Animation Multi-Use.
 * Zoom positioning is controlled by carefully adjusting the camera arm up/down by releasing the lock and slowly turning the crank.
 * Do not over tighten the locks or pull on the track - use the provided cranks.
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 ===Camera===
-* A Canon Rebel is permanently attached to the top of the animation stand.
+* A Canon Rebel is attached to the top of the animation stand.
 * Do not remove the camera from the stand or attempt to adjust any menu settings.
 * All the menu and camera settings are adjusted through the Dragonframe software.
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 * There are three things to do If the camera isn't working:
 ** turn the camera '''OFF''' and then turn it back '''ON'''
-** go to '<nowiki/>''Capture > '''Reset/Refresh Connections'<nowiki/>'''''
+** go to <nowiki/>'''''Capture >''' '''Reset/Refresh Connections'<nowiki/>'''''
 ** press '''Cmd+R'''. to trigger '''Reset/Refresh Connections'''
 * If neither of these solutions work, please contact the Multimedia Lab at 360-867-5455 or email animationsupport@evergreen.edu.
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 [[File:MessyStand.jpg|thumb|right|alt=Alt text|The Messy Stand]]
-=== Com 2D Multi-Use Lab (Com 309) ===
+=== Com 309 - 2D Animation Multi-Use lab  ===
 ====Messy Stand====
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 ** Do not use without additional training
-=== Library 2D Rotoscope Lab (L1408) ===
+=== Evans 1408 - 2D Animation Rotoscope ===
 ====Rotoscoping Station====
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 * Pre-punch materials before animating to ensure proper registration of your drawings.
 * '''Do not punch more than 3 cels or 5 pages of paper at once, or use non-standard materials''' - they will clog the blades.
-* There is a hole punch in each 2D Lab, the Multimedia Lab (L1404), and the Design Lab (Com 408)
+* There is a hole punch in each 2D Lab, the Multimedia Lab (Evans 1404), and the Design Lab (Com 408)
-* Please ask for assistance at the Media Services if the Acme Hole Punch is not working.
 ===File Management===
 * Save all your files in a folder the desktop.
-* Files can be deleted at any time to free up space on the ORCA drive, and everything will be deleted on Thursday of Evaluation week.
+* All users files will be deleted on Thursday of Evaluation week.
 * When you are done with your session, backup files to a server, a personal hard drive, or etc...
 * Do not work directly off of a server - only copy to or from it, and then disconnect from the server while working.

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 ==Lab Peripherals==
 ===Computer===
-* Each lab has an iMac computer.
+* Each lab has a Mac mini computer.
 * There's a memory reader and a USB 3 hub on the table below the computer.
 * Turn on the power switch that is in front of the computer.
-* Power on the computer by pressing the button on the lower back of the computer.
+* Power on the computer by pressing the button on the back right corner of the computer.
-** The button is behind the "POWER ON BACK" sticker.
 [[File:mainstand.jpg|thumb|right|alt=Alt text|The Main Animation Stand in the Com.]]
 ===Main Animation Stand===

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 ===Scheduling===
 Read the following articles
-* [[Media Labs Access Policy]]
-* [[Scheduling General Access Media Labs]]
+[[Media Labs Access Policy]]
 * You must always have time reserved when using the labs.  Only use your scheduled time.
 * Students can only be in the labs during open building hours.

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 * There is a large Multiplane
 ** Do not move it
-** Do not use with out additional training
+** Do not use without additional training
 === Library 2D Rotoscope Lab (L1408) ===
 ====Rotoscoping Station====
-* Do not use the rotoscoping station with out training.
+* Do not use the rotoscoping station without training.
 ** It's not covered in the regular proficiency.
 * See the [[Rotoscope_Station|Rotoscope Station]] article.