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BAI Equipment Check Out

THIS IS A NEW SERVICE, PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY

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One of the ways the BAI supports the creative production of students in courses is by maintaining a small fleet of digital media equipment like cameras, audio recorders, tripods, and lights that can be checked out. Currently, all CATS members (which can include students, staff, and instructors) are eligible to use our checkout service.

Access

To gain acess to this service, users must first become a CATS Member via a short online orientation. Members must then complete the Equipment Checkout Training, which can be found at the bottom of this page. Lastly, certain equipment will require additional training, such as use of the Lumix S5 Mark II cameras. While the EQ Training is short, we recommend you complete it well ahead of time of your media project, as processing the training can take up to 4 business days. Emergencies will not be accommodated.

Granoff Center

154 Angell St, Floor 3S, Room S302

HOURS:

Tues. + Thurs. 11am – 2pm

Check-in between 11am – 12:30pm

How? (Policies)

This is a new service, meaning we are still working out what the best policies are to serve our mission. Policies are subject to change at any time. We will update this webpage with any changes.

Equipment is checked out on a first come first serve basis. We are currently not taking reservations and can not guarantee equipment is available. Please plan accordingly
Equipment must be returned on the next day the equipment check out is open between the hours of 11am - 12:30pm
- - Tues checkouts are due on Thurs morning
  - Thurs checkouts are due on Tues morning.
If checking out equipment, we recommend coming between 12:30pm and 2pm when we will have the largest inventory
Students may ask to extend their check-in return date once per check out, but must physically return the equipment to the checkout to do so. Failure to do so may result in a temporary suspension for use of this service
Students may be restricted in taking out the same equipment more than twice in a row based on demand.
Students are limited to one piece of equipment per type. For example, you can not take out two cameras, but can take out a camera and tripod if both are available.
Loss or damage of any equipment at the time of check-in, including cables, sd cards, batteries, etc may result in a suspension of privileges until items are replaced by the user. In addition, a charge or financial hold may be put on user's account.

What? (The Equipment)

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Video/Photo Equipment

DIY Mobile Recording Kit

Best for beginners in video or audio production

Our DIY Mobile Recording Kit is designed to enhance the recording quality of your personal smartphone. While the kit focuses on helping you capture quality video footage, it can also be used for enhanced audio recording of podcasts, field recordings, etc.

For more information about the full diy mobile recording kit and operation, navigate to our knowledge base article

Included in the Kit

a versatile tabletop tripod/rig
mobile phone adapter with coldshoe mounts
on-phone rechargeable RGB LED light
one mini shotgun mic with direct monitor and windscreen for general audio capture
one lavelier mic for interviews and narration work
audio cable adapters for both android and IOS phones
over-ear headphones for direct audio monitoring.

Additional resources on mobile production

Camera Kit

Professional results for intermediate/advanced media-makers Requires Additional Training

Our camera kit is designed around the Lumix S5 II, a hybrid full-frame camera system that is capable of producing both high quality still images as well high-end video all in one small package.

Equiped with in-body stabilzation, the Lumix is suitable for both low-light and action shooting.

Our kit comes with a sharp zoom lens that is wide enough for landscapes and long enough for portraits.

For more information about the full camera kit and camera operation, navigate to our knowledge base article

Complimentary Equipment

Neewer Lighting Kit or Mini LED Kit
Tripod

Stand Out Features

24.2-MP 35mm full-frame CMOS Sensor
5-stop Active in-body Image Stabilization
779 Phase Detection Auto-focus points
30 fps full resolution burst shooting
real-time v-log luts
High resolution electronic view finder
Subject detection Autofocus
High Resolution Mode produces 96 MP still images
Can shoot 6k and even 4k video up to 60p with no buffer.
Fully articulated LCD Screen
Kit comes with a 20-60mm lens

Additional Resources

Camera Lenses

A choice of Canon lenses to be checked out with an adaptor as well as Lumix and Sigma Lenses for the Lumix Camera Kit.

Zoom or Prime lenses that can give you variety and adaptability for shooting film and photography.

For more information about the lenses navigate to our knowledge base article

Canon 10-18mm

Canon 18-55mm

Available Lenses

Lumix 20-60mm

(Lumix kit lens)

Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22

Adaptable Zoom

Canon EF-S 10-18mm (adapter required)

Aperture Range: f/4.5 to f/29

Wide-angle zoom lens

Canon EF-S 18-55mm (adapter required)

Aperture Range: f/4 to f/32
Wide to Portrait

Canon EF-S 55-250mm (adapter required)

Aperture Range: f/4 to f/32

Telephoto Zoom

Lumix S 50mm

(native L-mount)

Aperture Range F/1.8,

Prime. Good for filming

Sigma 24mm

(native L-mount)

Aperture Range F/2

Wide Prime Lens

Go Pro Single or Multi Cam Kit

Small action cams for creative scenarios

We have 2 different GoPro Kits, each equipped with Hero11 Black cameras!

The single GoPro kit comes with one camera and several mounting options, like a floating selfie stick, head mount, and flex mount. Use this kit for traditional action cam/POV footage

Our multi cam GoPro kit, comes with 3 cameras and some small dynamic tripods! They can be set up with another main camera to caputre multiple angles for more dynamic editing. This kit would also be great for recording small performances from 3 different angles!

For more information about the full camera kit and camera operation, navigate to our knowledge base article: Single GoPro Kit, or Multi Cam Kit

Complimentary Equipment

Basic Recorder Kit or Audio Kit.
- - GoPros aren't known for their audio recording quality. you may need to record separately and sync it in post, which is covered in our MML Video Production Guide.
- Full-length tripod.

Stand Out Features

5k 60p as well as other resolutions including 2.7k at 240p
10 bit color
27 megapixel still photos
Hypersmooth video stabilization
Horizon lock
Dual LCD screens
Waterproof up to 30ft on its own
Batteries built for cold weather
Wide FOV for super wide angle shots
- FOV can be narrowed for more traditional looking video
Larger image sensor work better in low light

Additional Resources

Audio Equipment

Recorder Kit

Simple versatile audio recorders with outstanding audio quality.

Our audio recorder kit is designed around the Zoom H1n. This audio recorder has two onboard mics suitable for field recording, events, interviews, voice over recordings, etc. It can also be used as an audio interface to record directly into your computer to be used as a USB mic. This of this a simpler version of the Zoom M4, featured below.

For more information about the full audio kit and operation, navigate to our knowledge base article

Included in the Kit

Rechargeable batteries and charger
Small tabletop tripod with ball mount
Headphones for monitoring
USB-micro to USB-C cable to connect to PC/Mac
Wind muff

Audio Kit

Multi-track recording for a variety of situations for intermediate to advanced users.

Our Audio Kit is designed around the Zoom M4 audio recorder. This audio recorder has two onboard mics suitable for field recording, events, interviews, voice over recordings, etc. It can also be used as an audio interface to record directly into your computer to be used as a USB mic.

For more advanced users the Zoom M4 also has two external dual XLR/1/4" inputs that can be used with other microphones or plugged directly into instruments for high-fidelity recording for up to 4 tracks of recording!

The zoom M4 is also a 32-bit float recorder, which is similar to capturing RAW in digital photography. It means that you can record without worrying about setting gain, because there is so much raw audio data captured, you can set your volume or gain in the post-editing process instead of worrying about it at the time of recording.

For more information about the full audio kit and operation, navigate to our knowledge base article

Included in the Kit

Rechargeable batteries and charger
Small tabletop tripod with ball mount
Headphones for monitoring
USB-C to USB-C cable to connect to PC/Mac

Field Recorder

Discrete lavalier mic and mic-pack for intermediate and advanced users

The Zoom F2-BT field recorder contains a lavalier microphone and compact battery powered mic-pack that is perfect for interview, discrete audio recordings, including capturing sound for an actor in a scene.

It can be accompanied with a bluetooth app on your phone to remotely record and pause recording.

The 32-bit Float recording format ensures perfect sound while not needing the gain adjusted. Its large file size does require editing software such as Adobe Audition.

For more information about the full audio kit and operation, navigate to our knowledge base article

Included in the Kit

The Zoom F2-BT Mic Pack
The Lav Microphone with Clip and Windscreen
Headphones
4 AAA rechargeable batteries and battery charger
A MicroSD card (no doubt inside the mic pack)
A MicroSD Adaptor
A USB C Chord

Spatial/Surround Sound Recorder

5 built-in mics and 4 different recording settings to capture ambient or surround sound audio: Intermediate to advanced users

The Zoom H2n is notable for its 4 different settings which alter the "polar pattern" (the zone of what the mic picks up) which is ideal for capturing ambient audio, live music, or for creating "spatial" or surround sound audio by recording 4 channels at once, perfect for creating virtual reality projects.

It has an input for a supplementary lavalier microphone using phantom power and can also be used as a USB mic to plug into your computer.

For more information about the full recorder and operation, navigate to our knowledge base article

Included in the Kit

The Zoom H2n Recorder
AA Rechargeables + Charger
Tripod
Charging Block
USB A - USB Mini Charging Cable
Mic Stand Adapter
AUX Extension cord

Shotgun Mic Kit

Directional Shotgun, Boom Pole, Shock Mount XLR Cable & XLR Adaptor for Camera. Can be paired with M4 Audio Interface. Intermediate to Advanced.

Our Shotgun Mic Kit uses an Audio Technica AT897 Battery & Phantom Powered Mic.

It affixes to a rubber shock-mount that can be placed onto the Camera shoe or attached to the LYX Pro Boom-pole.

Attached to the Camera it can then be paired with the Beachtek adaptor. Or it can be paired with the M4 Audio Interface (Not included) for the highest quality sound.

For more information about the full mic kit and operation, navigate to our knowledge base article

Included in the Kit

AT897 Shotgun Mic
LYX PRO Boom Pople
1.5'&15'XLR Cable
Shock Mount
Beachtek Adaptor
Additional AA Battery
"Deadcat" Windscreen
Foam Windscreen

PodTrak Podcasting Kit

Easy to use 4 input audio interface and two mics & two headphones to create your interview podcast. Beginner to Intermediate.

Our Podcasting Kit is designed around the Zoom PodTrak P4 audio interface.

It is easy to set-up with two XLR cables into two Zoom Microphones secured by two desktop mic stands ideal for podcasting across a table.

The PodTrak records high quality audio onto an SD card which can then be transferred onto your computer.

The PodTrak can also plug into your computer with the available USB cord to record the audio of a third podcast guest by video conference. There is also the option for recording audio from a phone call or facetime from a smart-phone. However the TRRS cable is not provided.

For more information about the full podcast kit and operation, navigate to our knowledge base article

Included in the Kit

PodTrak P4 w/ SD card
2 Senal Headphones
2 Zoom XLR Mics w/stands & XLR cables
Rechargeable Batteries and Power-block.
USB transfer cable

Lighting Equipment

Neewer 3 Point Lighting Kit

Versatile lighting that can produce professional results on set.

This lighting kit comes with 3 full size LED light panels, light stands, barn doors, and softboxes, all enclosed in a large rolling case for easy transport. This kit can be set up indoors using wall plug-in power blocks or outside via battery power.

In addition to being able to set the color temperature of the white light, these LED panels have a full RGB color mode (HSI), as well as a creative scene mode which can be useful for creating dramatic video backdrops.

The softbox and panel diffuser can produce stunning portraits for photography, while the continuous LED lights also make for great video by avoiding flicker.

For more information about the full lighting kit and operation, navigate to our knowledge base article

This kit is very large and weighs about 40lbs. The case it comes in does have wheels and a handle for transportation, but if you need a smaller kit, take a look at our Mini LED kits

Mini LED Lighting Kits

Small portable kits that can dramatically improve your lighting on small set.

We have two very portable LED kits with accompanying lights stangs that both fit in a single tripod bag. One kit is RGB (color) which can be used for creative photography and video, and the other is bi-color which allows you to set the color temperature of your white light.

Both kits run on internal rechargable batteries, and the kits come with usb charging hubs to charge the lights at the same time.

These kits are useful for single-subject video shoots, tabletop photography, or any smaller scenes.

For more information about the full lighting kit and operation, navigate to our knowledge base article

the RGB kit come with telescoping poles.

The entire kit fits in a small tripod bag, making it easy to carry.

The bi-color light kit lets you change the color temperature from warm to cool light.

Other

Tripods & Shoulder Rigs

Tripods for fixed frame shooting and Shoulder Rigs to assist in hand-held shooting.

Manfrotto Tripod

We have 4 Tripods, one of them a compact Manfrotto Befree to assist you in your shooting with the Lumix or your own cameras.

For more information about the tripods, mainly the Befree navigate to our knowledge base article

We have two Revo Shoulder Rigs

Use this piece of camera equipment to stabilize a hand-held (panning, moving or walking shot) as well as relieve the weight on the camera-person should you have additional audio interfaces, microphones or other camera add-ons.

For more information about the Shoulder Rig, navigate to our knowledge base article

Equipment Checkout Training

Complete this training to get basic access to the Equipment Check Out. Certain equipment may require additional training. Complete the following google form/quiz, which reviews facts, policies and procedures associated with our checkout service detailed in the webpage above. You must pass with a 100%. You can take the quiz over as many times as needed to ensure a 100% passing rate. Within 2-4 business days of a successful submission, you will receive an email from Cheqroom to your Brown email inviting you to create an account to join the EQ service. Create that account before your first visit to the Equipment Checkout in Granoff.

YOU MUST BE SIGNED INTO YOUR BROWN EMAIL ACCOUNT TO TAKE THE QUIZ

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