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==Intro== | ==Intro== | ||
| − | + | Evans Hall 1404, 360-867-5455 | |
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| − | * The | + | Hours are posted at the [[:Category:Multimedia_Lab | Multimedia Lab wiki]] |
| − | * The | + | * The Multimedia Lab is available for academic use for all currently enrolled students, staff, and faculty. |
| − | ** The three | + | * The Multimedia Lab has 13 workstations and three separate Video Editing suites. |
| − | * The Multimedia Lab does not require a proficiency but make sure to check with the lab aides about the file management and scheduling procedures | + | ** The three Video Editing suites require a proficiency. Read the [[Video Edit Suites Overview]] article for more information. |
| + | * The Multimedia Lab does not require a proficiency but make sure to check with the lab aides about the file management and scheduling procedures. | ||
* The lab is a shared facility and requires that patrons be responsible for their own materials and file storage. | * The lab is a shared facility and requires that patrons be responsible for their own materials and file storage. | ||
* Students working on large projects are encouraged to purchase an external hard drive. | * Students working on large projects are encouraged to purchase an external hard drive. | ||
== COVID and Health Policies == | == COVID and Health Policies == | ||
| − | You need to follow all Evergreen COVID-19 related health and safety policies which could include Thurston | + | You need to follow all Evergreen COVID-19 related health and safety policies which could include Thurston County and Washington state policies and mandates. |
* Evergreen's current COVID-19 policies and news can be found at the [https://www.evergreen.edu/covid19 Evergreen Covid-19 Information site.] | * Evergreen's current COVID-19 policies and news can be found at the [https://www.evergreen.edu/covid19 Evergreen Covid-19 Information site.] | ||
==Scheduling Time== | ==Scheduling Time== | ||
| − | * To schedule time come to the lab during open hours. You can also call us at 360-867-5455 | + | * To schedule time come to the lab during open hours. You can also call us at 360-867-5455. |
| − | * Use Self Service in Schedule Evergreen | + | * Use [[Self Service - Schedule Evergreen|Self Service]] in Schedule Evergreen |
| − | * | + | * Users can schedule up to 2 weeks in advance, up to 20 hours per week, 6 hours per day. |
| + | ** More time can be scheduled if it is available. | ||
* Walk-ins must reserve station at time of arrival. You must be scheduled on a station to work on it. | * Walk-ins must reserve station at time of arrival. You must be scheduled on a station to work on it. | ||
| − | + | * The Video Editing suites can be reserved at Media Loan, [[Self Service - Schedule Evergreen|Self Service]] or the Multimedia Lab. | |
| − | * The Video Editing suites can be reserved at Media Loan | + | ** You must check out keys from Media Loan to gain access. |
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==Punctuality & Showing Up== | ==Punctuality & Showing Up== | ||
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==Reporting Problems== | ==Reporting Problems== | ||
| − | * In the | + | * In the Multimedia Lab check in with a lab aide when you arrive. |
| − | * If you need help ask the lab aide. | + | * If you need help, ask the lab aide. |
| − | * In the Video Edit | + | * In the Video Edit Suites if you need help go to the Multimedia Lab if they are open. |
| − | * You can report problems online | + | * You can report problems online. |
** [[Report a Problem in a Media Lab]] | ** [[Report a Problem in a Media Lab]] | ||
==Computer Logins== | ==Computer Logins== | ||
* Use your Evergreen account name and password to login to the computers. | * Use your Evergreen account name and password to login to the computers. | ||
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==All Workstation Overview== | ==All Workstation Overview== | ||
| − | * The MML has 13 main stations that are 5K 27" Retina iMacs with 3.60 | + | * The MML has 13 main stations that are 5K 27" Retina iMacs with 3.60 GHz 8-core i9 processors, 24 GB of Ram and with 8GB of VRAM |
| − | * Each station has a second | + | * Each station has a second 22” LCD monitor. |
| − | * The Video Editing suites have | + | * The Video Editing suites have Mac Studio computers with a 32" 4k monitor. |
* The lab also features one conversion station that can transfer from VHS, DVD, cassette and records. | * The lab also features one conversion station that can transfer from VHS, DVD, cassette and records. | ||
==Software== | ==Software== | ||
Check our website for the most updated and detailed list. | Check our website for the most updated and detailed list. | ||
| − | * Ableton Live | + | * Ableton Live |
* Adobe After Effects CC | * Adobe After Effects CC | ||
* Adobe Premiere Pro CC | * Adobe Premiere Pro CC | ||
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* Max/MSP/Jitter | * Max/MSP/Jitter | ||
* Max for Live | * Max for Live | ||
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* Never work on files directly from a server. | * Never work on files directly from a server. | ||
* Create a folder on the desktop with a meaningful name. | * Create a folder on the desktop with a meaningful name. | ||
| − | * Save your work to that folder. | + | ** Save your work to that folder. |
| − | + | * Keep a backup of your files on an external Drive or OneDrive | |
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==Checkout Items:== | ==Checkout Items:== | ||
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==Leave time at the end of your session== | ==Leave time at the end of your session== | ||
| − | * The lab may be closing or someone may be waiting to use your workstation. | + | * The lab may be closing, or someone may be waiting to use your workstation. |
| − | * These activities take time | + | * These activities take time, please take this into consideration and be courteous! |
* Transferring files onto a server, Storage or external drive (up to 1/2 hour each way) | * Transferring files onto a server, Storage or external drive (up to 1/2 hour each way) | ||
* Rendering or building preview. (This can take up to several hours). | * Rendering or building preview. (This can take up to several hours). | ||
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==What to do== | ==What to do== | ||
| − | * Make a folder on | + | * Make a folder on the desktop drive with your name on it and save all your files within. |
* Clean up your old or obsolete files to free up space for other users. | * Clean up your old or obsolete files to free up space for other users. | ||
* Clean up your trash from the center table. | * Clean up your trash from the center table. | ||
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== Food and Drink == | == Food and Drink == | ||
* You can have food and drinks at the center table. | * You can have food and drinks at the center table. | ||
| − | * No food and drinks are allowed at the computer | + | * No food and drinks are allowed at the computer stations. |
==End of Quarter== | ==End of Quarter== | ||
Latest revision as of 10:24, 26 April 2024
- To reach us, email mml@evergreen.edu.
- Some software resources are available off campus.
Contents
- 1 Intro
- 2 COVID and Health Policies
- 3 Scheduling Time
- 4 Punctuality & Showing Up
- 5 Reporting Problems
- 6 Computer Logins
- 7 All Workstation Overview
- 8 Software
- 9 File Management
- 10 Checkout Items:
- 11 Leave time at the end of your session
- 12 What not to do
- 13 What to do
- 14 Food and Drink
- 15 End of Quarter
- 16 Conversion Station
Intro
Evans Hall 1404, 360-867-5455
Hours are posted at the Multimedia Lab wiki
- The Multimedia Lab is available for academic use for all currently enrolled students, staff, and faculty.
- The Multimedia Lab has 13 workstations and three separate Video Editing suites.
- The three Video Editing suites require a proficiency. Read the Video Edit Suites Overview article for more information.
- The Multimedia Lab does not require a proficiency but make sure to check with the lab aides about the file management and scheduling procedures.
- The lab is a shared facility and requires that patrons be responsible for their own materials and file storage.
- Students working on large projects are encouraged to purchase an external hard drive.
COVID and Health Policies
You need to follow all Evergreen COVID-19 related health and safety policies which could include Thurston County and Washington state policies and mandates.
- Evergreen's current COVID-19 policies and news can be found at the Evergreen Covid-19 Information site.
Scheduling Time
- To schedule time come to the lab during open hours. You can also call us at 360-867-5455.
- Use Self Service in Schedule Evergreen
- Users can schedule up to 2 weeks in advance, up to 20 hours per week, 6 hours per day.
- More time can be scheduled if it is available.
- Walk-ins must reserve station at time of arrival. You must be scheduled on a station to work on it.
- The Video Editing suites can be reserved at Media Loan, Self Service or the Multimedia Lab.
- You must check out keys from Media Loan to gain access.
Punctuality & Showing Up
- You may lose your time if you are more than 15 minutes late.
- You are expected to contact the MML if you are going to be late to cancel or reschedule your time.
- If you are repeatedly late or absent you will temporarily lose access until you consult with a staff member.
- Severe misuse or violations will result in a conference with staff and your faculty to restore access privileges.
Reporting Problems
- In the Multimedia Lab check in with a lab aide when you arrive.
- If you need help, ask the lab aide.
- In the Video Edit Suites if you need help go to the Multimedia Lab if they are open.
- You can report problems online.
Computer Logins
- Use your Evergreen account name and password to login to the computers.
All Workstation Overview
- The MML has 13 main stations that are 5K 27" Retina iMacs with 3.60 GHz 8-core i9 processors, 24 GB of Ram and with 8GB of VRAM
- Each station has a second 22” LCD monitor.
- The Video Editing suites have Mac Studio computers with a 32" 4k monitor.
- The lab also features one conversion station that can transfer from VHS, DVD, cassette and records.
Software
Check our website for the most updated and detailed list.
- Ableton Live
- Adobe After Effects CC
- Adobe Premiere Pro CC
- Max/MSP/Jitter
- Max for Live
- Pro Tools
File Management
- Never work on files directly from a server.
- Create a folder on the desktop with a meaningful name.
- Save your work to that folder.
- Keep a backup of your files on an external Drive or OneDrive
Checkout Items:
We have manuals, books and a variety of accessories available for checkout for use inside the lab.
- Midi keyboards
- Headphones and splitters
- Drawing tablets
- Portable scanners
- Firewire & USB cables
Leave time at the end of your session
- The lab may be closing, or someone may be waiting to use your workstation.
- These activities take time, please take this into consideration and be courteous!
- Transferring files onto a server, Storage or external drive (up to 1/2 hour each way)
- Rendering or building preview. (This can take up to several hours).
- If you are not fully finished with your session before the lab closes or another user’s time starts you could be evicted from the station.
- You are responsible for managing your time.
What not to do
- Install new software, attempt to copy applications, or mess with the system folder.
- Change hardware configurations, switch cables, hook or unhook equipment. Ask a lab aide for help!
- Delete files other than your own. (You should ask a lab aide to free up space.)
- Eat or drink at workstations.
What to do
- Make a folder on the desktop drive with your name on it and save all your files within.
- Clean up your old or obsolete files to free up space for other users.
- Clean up your trash from the center table.
- Be nice to the lab aides. They are there to help you.
Food and Drink
- You can have food and drinks at the center table.
- No food and drinks are allowed at the computer stations.
End of Quarter
- All files student files on the computers will be deleted on Thursday of eval week.
- All keys must be returned to Media Loan.
Conversion Station
- The Conversion Station is an older computer located in the back on the MML.
- It can capture from VHS, DVD, cassette and turntable.
