Multimedia workstations
The ZIV provides two multimedia rooms, each with three computers. Thus, there are six multimedia workstations in total. In both rooms there also are PLANet connections (USB and Twisted Pair) for using private notebooks.
How can I book a multimedia workstation?
Workstations for scanning, located in the user support facilities, are available during opening hours and without reservation. In normal operation (when there are no practical trainings) members of the WWU can reserve a multimedia workstation for half a day. If you would like to book a workstation, please make use of the online form.
Who can answer my question about using the devices?
First, the ZIV's websites contain instruction manuals (german) supporting users in applying multimedia devices. Both, the devices and their possible applications, are described comprehensively and in way beginners can understand. Furthermore, some topics are presented in such a way, that they might be of general interest. If you still have questions the websites do not deal with, the multimedia team will be happy to assist you. Of course, experiences and suggestions are always welcome as well.
Equipment
Each workstation is equipped with
- two computer monitors (one for instructions),
- a CD/DVD writer,
- a reader for digital camera memory cards and USB and FireWire ports, located at the PC's front for easy access.
Further equipment available consists of:
- two scanners (Epson 4490 with an automatic document feeder holding up to 30 sheets)
- a slide scanner (Reflecta DigitDia 3600 with an automatic feeder holding up to 200 slides)
- a film scanner (Canon FS 4000US) for high-quality scanning of slides, negatives and APS films
- a photo scanner (Epson Perfection V500 Photo) for scanning printed photos
- an A3 Scanner and
- a video recorder (Panasonic) for digitalising analogue videotapes und converting them into video DVDs.
Largely, the equipment used is integrated in a colour calibrated environment. At least in one of the rooms lamps and furniture have been selected considering colour calibration.
Material generated will be stored on the device temporarily. Do not forget to copy the data before ending your session. You can burn it on a CD or DVD, save it on your private USB stick or in a private directory.
Date: 20.12.2011
