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The Audio Studios on campus are to be used for academic (credit-generating) work only, and they all require users to pass a proficiency test before they are able to reserve the room independently. Proficiencies for the four (4) Audio Studios are ''only'' offered through programs that specifically teach students how to operate these facilities; that means ILC students wishing to use these studios will need to already have passed a proficiency test prior to requesting use of the studios for their ILC. The four (4) Audio Studios are:
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== Audio Support Contact ==
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EMAIL: AudioSupport@evergreen.edu
  
* Audio Lab
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PHONE:  (360)867-5838  --> (from a campus phone, you will only dial "5838")
  
===Proficiency===
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''Audio Support is on campus Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, but may not be immediately reachable during that time; Audio Support is comprised of a subset of Media Services staff members and interns, whose responsibilities often take them away from the phone.  Leave us a message and we will get to you as quickly as possible.''
  
You must attend an orientation prior to using the space, and have basic proficiency in A/V classroom systems. To complete mixing production work, you will need to be qualified using Digital Performer or Premiere. A basic review of one of the prior applications is required prior to you gaining proficiency and the ability to schedule the space. All scheduling for the 5.1 space is done at the Electronic Media desk, LIB1501. Please check with a staff regarding orientation, proficiency and scheduling.
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== Audio Studio Info ==
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The Audio Studios on campus are to be used for academic (credit-generating) work only, and they all require users to pass a proficiency test before they are able to reserve the room independently. Proficiencies for the four (4) Audio Studios are ''only'' offered through programs that specifically teach students how to operate these facilities; that means ILC students wishing to use these studios will need to have already passed a proficiency test prior to requesting use of the studios for their ILC.  
  
===Basic use policies===
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The four (4) Audio Studios are:
  
* Be aware of your monitoring volume as there are adjacent A/V classrooms.
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* '''Audio Lab''' (Lib 1630)
* Only use the studios during your scheduled times. Log in and out of the logbook.
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* '''Performance & Production Control Room''' (Com 111a)
* Return check-out keys promptly.  
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* '''Recital Hall Control Room''' (Com 212a)
* No food or drinks in the spaces. Alcohol, drugs and smoking are not allowed anywhere in the building.
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* '''Advanced Multitrack Studio''' (Com 118)
* Do not let other people into the suite.  
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* Do not remove/repatch or modify equipment in the racks. Do not move or change connections to installed equipment.  
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==Basic Use Policies==
* If you notice something missing and the removal is not in the logbook contact Electronic Media staff immediately X6270.
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* Only use the studios during your scheduled times.
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* Log in and out of the logbook at the beginning and end of your sessions.
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** The logbook is for non-emergency communication between lab users, staff, and faculty.
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** Contact [mailto:audiosupport@evergreen.edu Audio Support] or [[Report a Problem in a Media Lab|Report a Problem]] if you encounter disruptive/serious issues.
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* Return keys and equipment promptly to Media Loan or to the Library Circulation Desk.
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* Do not leave doors propped open if the room will be temporarily unoccupied, even if you are only running to the restroom.  
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* No open food or drinks in the spaces, and this means '''no liquids or food anywhere near the consoles/computers/electronics'''; they stay in your bag, in the hallway, or at a designated food/drink location.
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** If you need to throw away perishable food or drinks (things bugs would eat or that can rot, or liquids in general), we encourage users to please refrain from doing so in the tiny waste bins inside the studios; there are always larger, publicly accessible waste bins nearby that get emptied much more regularly.  Ants, rats, and stenches are unwelcome.
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* '''Alcohol, drugs, vaping and smoking are not allowed anywhere in the building'''.
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* Please normalize/shut down/clean-up all equipment after your session as per the proficiency test guidelines.
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** This always includes:  Turning off the computer, powering-down the rack equipment, turning off TV monitors and lights, removing patches from the patchbay, normalizing the mixing console, neatly coiling cables (over/under) and breaking-down mic stands and replacing them to the proper area....and log out of the logbook, please! 
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* Do not let other people into the studios unless they are the musicians or engineers that you are working with.  You are responsible for the actions of others that you allow into the studio spaces.
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** If a student has a session after you but "does not have a key," you should ''not'' allow them into the facility.  Their actions will continue to be your responsibility whether you leave or stay, and you may be penalized for granting them access.
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* '''Do not remove/repatch or modify equipment in the racks.''' Do not move or change connections to installed equipment, including inputs/outputs of the computer.  Each studio has a USB hub for you to connect personal devices to.
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** If you feel the need to move/repatch equipment because of a technical issue, please refrain from doing so and, instead, contact Audio Support ''(contact info at the top of the page)''.  
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* If you notice something missing from the space, and the removal is not noted in the logbook, contact Audio Support ''(contact info at the top of the page)''.
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* Close doors behind you when you leave, and make sure they are actually secured and locked.
  
 
===Policy Violations===  
 
===Policy Violations===  
Any violations of studio policies will result in the temporary loss of studio access until you meet with Electronic Media staff and your faculty. Serious violations could result in loss of your access. Egregious violations such as drug, alcohol and tobacco use in the studios or control rooms and/or damage or theft of equipment will result in immediate and permanent loss of studio access.
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Any violations of studio policies will result in the temporary loss of studio access until you meet with Electronic Media staff and your faculty. '''Serious violations could result in permanent loss of your access to the Audio Studios;''' egregious violations such as drug, alcohol and tobacco use in the studios or control rooms and/or damage or theft of equipment will result in immediate and permanent loss of studio access and possibly permanent loss of access to Media Loan services.
  
 
===Evaluation Week===  
 
===Evaluation Week===  
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===Summer Use===  
 
===Summer Use===  
 
During the Summer, access is limited unless there is a specific class using the studios. Scheduling and reservation procedures may be slightly different than during the academic year.
 
During the Summer, access is limited unless there is a specific class using the studios. Scheduling and reservation procedures may be slightly different than during the academic year.
 
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Latest revision as of 12:07, 23 February 2024

Audio Support Contact

EMAIL: AudioSupport@evergreen.edu

PHONE: (360)867-5838 --> (from a campus phone, you will only dial "5838")

Audio Support is on campus Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, but may not be immediately reachable during that time; Audio Support is comprised of a subset of Media Services staff members and interns, whose responsibilities often take them away from the phone. Leave us a message and we will get to you as quickly as possible.

Audio Studio Info

The Audio Studios on campus are to be used for academic (credit-generating) work only, and they all require users to pass a proficiency test before they are able to reserve the room independently. Proficiencies for the four (4) Audio Studios are only offered through programs that specifically teach students how to operate these facilities; that means ILC students wishing to use these studios will need to have already passed a proficiency test prior to requesting use of the studios for their ILC.

The four (4) Audio Studios are:

  • Audio Lab (Lib 1630)
  • Performance & Production Control Room (Com 111a)
  • Recital Hall Control Room (Com 212a)
  • Advanced Multitrack Studio (Com 118)

Basic Use Policies

  • Only use the studios during your scheduled times.
  • Log in and out of the logbook at the beginning and end of your sessions.
    • The logbook is for non-emergency communication between lab users, staff, and faculty.
    • Contact Audio Support or Report a Problem if you encounter disruptive/serious issues.
  • Return keys and equipment promptly to Media Loan or to the Library Circulation Desk.
  • Do not leave doors propped open if the room will be temporarily unoccupied, even if you are only running to the restroom.
  • No open food or drinks in the spaces, and this means no liquids or food anywhere near the consoles/computers/electronics; they stay in your bag, in the hallway, or at a designated food/drink location.
    • If you need to throw away perishable food or drinks (things bugs would eat or that can rot, or liquids in general), we encourage users to please refrain from doing so in the tiny waste bins inside the studios; there are always larger, publicly accessible waste bins nearby that get emptied much more regularly. Ants, rats, and stenches are unwelcome.
  • Alcohol, drugs, vaping and smoking are not allowed anywhere in the building.
  • Please normalize/shut down/clean-up all equipment after your session as per the proficiency test guidelines.
    • This always includes: Turning off the computer, powering-down the rack equipment, turning off TV monitors and lights, removing patches from the patchbay, normalizing the mixing console, neatly coiling cables (over/under) and breaking-down mic stands and replacing them to the proper area....and log out of the logbook, please!
  • Do not let other people into the studios unless they are the musicians or engineers that you are working with. You are responsible for the actions of others that you allow into the studio spaces.
    • If a student has a session after you but "does not have a key," you should not allow them into the facility. Their actions will continue to be your responsibility whether you leave or stay, and you may be penalized for granting them access.
  • Do not remove/repatch or modify equipment in the racks. Do not move or change connections to installed equipment, including inputs/outputs of the computer. Each studio has a USB hub for you to connect personal devices to.
    • If you feel the need to move/repatch equipment because of a technical issue, please refrain from doing so and, instead, contact Audio Support (contact info at the top of the page).
  • If you notice something missing from the space, and the removal is not noted in the logbook, contact Audio Support (contact info at the top of the page).
  • Close doors behind you when you leave, and make sure they are actually secured and locked.

Policy Violations

Any violations of studio policies will result in the temporary loss of studio access until you meet with Electronic Media staff and your faculty. Serious violations could result in permanent loss of your access to the Audio Studios; egregious violations such as drug, alcohol and tobacco use in the studios or control rooms and/or damage or theft of equipment will result in immediate and permanent loss of studio access and possibly permanent loss of access to Media Loan services.

Evaluation Week

Studios are not available for production use during evaluation week. Media Loan only checks out keys for evaluation purposes.

Summer Use

During the Summer, access is limited unless there is a specific class using the studios. Scheduling and reservation procedures may be slightly different than during the academic year.