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Overview

The Lynda Lab is a medium sized video production studio.

• Is equipped with a variety of lighting equipment and accessories. 
• Students need to bring their own camera and camera tripod.  
• Is available for students to use for academic use. 
• The lab requires the proficiency badge. 

Location

• The Lynda Lab is in Evans 1350.
• From the lobby walk past the Multimedia Lab and turn left at the garbage and recycling station.

Access

• The lab requires the Lynda Lab - Lighting Studio proficiency badge in Schedule Evergreen. 
• Read the Electronic Media Lab Access page for proficiency information 
• Read the Media Labs Access Policy for lab polices
• Read the Scheduling General Access Media Labs article for scheduling procedures
• Schedule time at Media Loan, the Multimedia Lab or via Self Service in Schedule Evergreen.
• Get keys from Media Loan for your scheduled time.

General Policies

• No food or drinks of any kind are allowed in the labs.
• Alcohol, drugs, vaping and smoking are not allowed anywhere in the buildings.
• Take care of yourself and remember to take a break once in a while.
• Clean up after yourself.  
• Do not unplug or remove anything from the spaces.
• Make sure the door is closed and locked when you leave the lab.
  • Do not leave doors propped open if the room will be temporarily unoccupied, even if you are only running to the restroom.
• Only use your scheduled time.
• Return keys and equipment promptly to Media Loan or to the Library Circulation Desk.
• Reports any lab problems by following the Report a problem in a media lab procedure.
• Be courteous and respectful to the other users of the labs and all student employees.
• Follow the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities and the Social Contract.

Lynda Lab Policies

• Do not use the lighting grid without permission and training from Electronic Media staff
• Turn of the Recording light when not in use.
• Connect the iPad to the charger when done.
• Put any batteries back on the chargers.
• Put away all equipment when done. 
• Only use the ladder when there is another person in the room. 

Help

• If you need help, look for a video intern in the CCAM Media Engineering across the hall or go to the Multimedia Lab 1404.

Overhead and Recording Lights

• When you walk in the door the switch for the overhead lights is to the right.
• When facing the wall, the switch on the right is for the overhead lights.
• The switch on the left is for the Recording light in the hallway.
  • Turn on the Recording lights while recording to prevent interruptions
  • Make sure to turn of the Recording light when done.

Wall, Curtains and Backdrops

• One wall in painted green
• One wall is painted white
• There is a black curtain and a dark green curtain that can be positioned along three of the walls.
• One wall has a hanging unit with three colors of photo back drop paper rolls

Lighting Grid

• There is a lighting grid in the ceiling of the lab.
• Do not use the light grid without permission and training from the staff

Ladder Safety

There is a ladder in the lab.

• Always inspect the ladder before use.
• Make sure the ladder feet are not excessively worn or damaged.
• Only use the ladder when there is another person in the room.
• Never use a step ladder in the closed and leaned position.
• Always make sure to fully open and engage
  the spreader arms.
• Move the ladder into a safe position for where you are trying to reach.
• Make sure that the ladder is stable on the floor.
• Do not step on the top two steps.
• Do not lean away from the ladder.
• Never move the ladder when anyone is on the ladder.
• Only one person on a ladder at a time.
• Face the ladder when climbing up and down.
• Do not carry materials while climbing up and down.
• If the ladder falls over do not use the ladder until it can be inspected by staff.
  • Notify staff if ladder is damaged.
• Do not stand on tables or chairs.  
  • If you need a second ladder contact staff.

Equipment

Read the Lighting Equipment in the Lynda Lab article for more detail instructions about the equipment.

iPad

• There is an iPad with the Nanlink app for controlling Nanlite lights.
• Please do not remove the iPad from the Lynda Lab.

Lights

Nanlite MixPanel

What’s included in the Nanlite MixPanel bag:

• Nanlite MixPanel 60
• Power cable
• DC15 Adapter
• Barn Doors

Nanlite Tubes

• Two sizes of Nanlite Tubes can be found in the Lynda Lab, 2 feet and 4 feet.
• Both sizes operate the exact same way.
• These lights are rechargeable. Make sure to set them up to charge after each use.

Nanlite Forza 60C

• We have a set of 3 Nanlite Forza 60C lights with some accessories.
• These can be found in the larger black hard case.
• These lights are a bit more directional than the other lights mentioned previously.

Nanlite PavoBulb 10C

• The Lynda Lab has a set of 4 Nanlite PavoBulbs.
• These lights are quite a lot of fun, but more situational than some of the other lights in this space.

Stands

9.5’ Impact Black Stand

• This is a great one size fits all kind of stand. It extends up to 9.5 feet and can hold up to 22 pounds.
• This stand also has air-cushioning in the telescoping pole, meaning when the locking knobs are loosened, the risers will descend slowly which protects both the gear and the grip!

3’ Impact Black Stand

• This stand is a great choice for lighting things closer to the ground or getting rid of shadows.

Avenger Roller Column Stand

• This stand is a bit heavier duty than the ones listed before.
• It is also on wheels which make it easy to move around set if necessary.

Large C-Stand

• These stands come with a large gobo arm where lights can be attached.

Accessories

Flags

• Flags can be used for controlling the various lighting instruments that we have here in the Lynda Lab.
• Flags can be mounted onto stands and positioned in front of lights for various effects.
• We have multiple different types of flags here in the Lynda Lab.
  • Cutter (Black flag): This completely blocks light. Great for intentionally shaping light.
  • Silk (Off white flag, yellow trim):  Diffuses and reduces the amount of light.
  • Double Scrim (Black net, red trim): Reduced amount of light by one stop.
  • Wooden Cucoloris (a.k.a. Cookie): Kind of like a stencil for light, it can be used to add shapes in light (e.g. foliage effect)

Lanterns and Softboxes

• Lanterns and softboxes can be used to shape and diffuse light.
• Most of the lanterns and softboxes that can be found in the Lynda Lab are compatible with the Nanlite Forzas, with only one fitting the Nanlite MixPanel.

Paper Rollers

• The paper rollers are found hanging from the ceiling near the door to the Lynda Lab.
• They have colored pulleys next to them to roll/unroll them.
• These paper rollers are great for creating solid color backgrounds, perfect for filming interviews.

Additional Grip Gear

• Apple boxes: These can be used to prop objects up or increase the height of a subject that you are filming/photographing.
• Clamps: Used for various reasons, such as to attach gear to a stand.
• Sandbags: Can be placed on the base of a stand, helping to ensure that it does not tip over.
• Extension cords: Allows you the flexibility to place lights wherever you need in the Lynda Lab.
• Tape: Useful for taping cords down to avoid tripping.