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==Wikis Articles==
  
== Media Loan ==
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* [[Sound_in_Air | Sound in Air]] lecture
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* [[:Category:Peak |Peak]] articles
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* [[OLympus_LS-100_Workshop | Olympus LS-100 recorders]]
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* Connecting to the [[File_Space_Overview | Orca]] server
  
*[http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan www.evergreen.edu/medialoan]
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==Additional Info==
*Bring your Evergreen ID with the current quarter sticker.
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Below is a USB setting we discovered during the second workshop.
*Make a reservation for equipment, stop by Lib. 2504, or call (360) 867-6253.
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===USB and Power Settings===
*Test and confirm all equipment is in working order before leaving Media Loan.  
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The '''USB Connection''' setting needs to be changed to either connect the recorder to a computer or to power the recorder from AC while recording. </br>
*Media Loan has SEVERE LATE FINES. Return equipment on time, or call to make a renewal. Follow up with an appeal form to negate late fines.
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There are 3 options:
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* '''PC''': allows the recorder to be connected to a computer. Can be used to charge the batteries.
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* '''AC Adapter''': allows the recorder to be in record mode while connected to AC.  Can be used to charge the batteries.
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* '''Optional''':  anytime the recorder is connected to a computer or the AC Adaptor it will display a menu to select '''PC''' or '''AC Adapter'''.  Use this setting.
  
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# Press the '''MENU''' button
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# Forward through the tabs to the '''DEVICE MENU'''
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# Press the '''-''' button down to select '''USB Settings''' and press '''OK'''.
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# Select  '''USB Connection''' and press '''OK'''.
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# Select  '''Optional''' and press '''OK'''.
  
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
 
 
 
===[http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/audio_micbasics.pdf Media Loan Microphone Guide]===
 
  
 
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====Playback Speed====
===Microphone Types===
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* While playing an audio file the speed can be changed from 50% to 400%.
* Dynamic Mics
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* During playback the up and down arrow button on the front right of the recorder adjust the playback speed.
** Can withstand louder noises, rugged pickup elements.
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* Leave it set to 100%.
** No power needed
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* If the playback speed was set to 90% the recording would sound close to normal but it might have a weird sound. This could have been the cause of the weird modulations some of you heard while playing files during the workshop.
* Condenser Mics
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** More sensitive to quieter noises, and more delicate pickup elements.
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** Needs power supplied through a battery, or through phantom power on zoom recorder.
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===Microphone Patterns===
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* Omni: picks up sound from all directions.
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* Cardioid: picks up sound from front:
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** Proximity Effect:  low frequencies are boosted as mic is closer to the source.
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* Super-Cardioid: Picks up from front with a narrower pattern.
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===Microphones===
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* Handheld
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* Lavaliere:  Small mic which clamps to clothing.
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* Shotgun:  Long mic.  Picks up sound from with an extremely narrow pattern.
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===Connector Types===
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# XLR = Needed for Olympus
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# Mini = will not work with Olympus
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===Mic Usage Tips===
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* Use a stand if possible.
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* Listen for:
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** handling noise
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** proximity effect
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** popped p's
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===Media Loan Shopping List===
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*Olympus LS-100 recorder
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*Mic cables
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*Headphones
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*Extension cables
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*Desk stand, floor stand, microphone handle, shock mount
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*Microphones:
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**Recommended for vocal recording > SM-58, SM-57, Sennheiser 421, AT8537 Lavaliere
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==Olympus Recorder==
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Digital audio recorder that records to flash memory cards.  No moving parts. Copy files off just like using a USB drive.
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* Format memory card before use, and before returning to Media Loan.
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* Record Settings:  Review settings on [
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'''Notes'''
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* Charging the battery
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* Always record at a high quality
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* Mono vs Stereo
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* Setting Levels: Do not hit zero on the meter
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* Always have headphones
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* Record room tone
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* USB Mode
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===Recording Exercise===
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Select a controlled and quiet recording location. Avoid noisy public locations (like restaurants, or areas near a road). If possible, eliminate background noises (turn off stereos, TV’s, fans, air circulation vents). A room with carpeting and furniture will typically sound better than one with hard floors (too much echo).
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# Plug in to ac power, or use fresh AA batteris.
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# Format the memory card
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# Plug in headphones
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# Connect an external mic to recorder. If using a condensor mic turn on Phantom Power (+48v)
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# Set to record to PCM, 48kHZ, mono, manual record levels.
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# Make a test recording
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## Press '''Rec''' Pause
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## Test mic
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## Set levels - record level control knobs are on the bottom of the recorder. Levels should be the loudest around -12dB on the meters.
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## Press '''Rec''' to start recording.
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## Listen on headphones
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## Press '''Stop''' to stop recording
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## Playback recording
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'''It is recommended to record some "room tone" to be able to insert any pauses needed later in post-production.""
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===Copying Files===
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# Connect the recorder to ac power, connect the provided USB cable to the computer USB port
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#Copy files from the audio recorder to a computer as you would from a USB drive. Protect the privacy of your recordings by deleting all files on the recorder before returning equipment to Media Loan.
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#When finished click and drag the device icon to the trash before disconnecting or turning off the power.
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[[Category:2013-2014]]
 
[[Category:2013-2014]]

Revision as of 14:24, 31 December 2013

Wikis Articles

Additional Info

Below is a USB setting we discovered during the second workshop.

USB and Power Settings

The USB Connection setting needs to be changed to either connect the recorder to a computer or to power the recorder from AC while recording.
There are 3 options:

  • PC: allows the recorder to be connected to a computer. Can be used to charge the batteries.
  • AC Adapter: allows the recorder to be in record mode while connected to AC. Can be used to charge the batteries.
  • Optional: anytime the recorder is connected to a computer or the AC Adaptor it will display a menu to select PC or AC Adapter. Use this setting.
  1. Press the MENU button
  2. Forward through the tabs to the DEVICE MENU
  3. Press the - button down to select USB Settings and press OK.
  4. Select USB Connection and press OK.
  5. Select Optional and press OK.


Playback Speed

  • While playing an audio file the speed can be changed from 50% to 400%.
  • During playback the up and down arrow button on the front right of the recorder adjust the playback speed.
  • Leave it set to 100%.
  • If the playback speed was set to 90% the recording would sound close to normal but it might have a weird sound. This could have been the cause of the weird modulations some of you heard while playing files during the workshop.