Audio-Visual Tools to Borrow

Audio-Visual Tool Collection

Preserve your memories and make brand new ones with these helpful tools, now available to borrow from the library's SOUND+VISION Studio collection. Digitize VHS and audio cassettes, scan your old film slides, record audio and video — and more!

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VHS Digitization Kit

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Use this kit to convert VHS tapes to digital files using your own computer. The kit includes a VCR player and an adapter cable to plug it into your computer. Just download a simple, free software package and you’ll be ready to digitize in no time. A simplified LPL user manual is included to help you through the process. For technical information about this kit and software, visit https://www.elgato.com/en/video-capture

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Elgato Video Capture Software Download

Elgato Video Capture User Manual

VCR to USB Adapter

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If you have your own VCR player and computer, this adapter cable is all you need to digitize your VHS tapes at home. Just connect your VCR to your computer using this cable, download a free software package, and you’ll be ready to digitize in no time. A simplified LPL user manual is included to help you through the process. For technical information about this adapter and software, visit https://www.elgato.com/en/video-capture

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Elgato Video Capture Software Download

Elgato Video Capture User Manual

Slide/Film Scanner

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Use this scanner to convert slides and negative film into digital still images. It can convert 35mm, 127, 126, 110, APS, 8mm, Super 8mm and 35mm archive film. Just feed each slide/negative through the scanner one at a time to capture each image separately. This scanner is a standalone device and does not require a computer to use. You will, however, need to transfer your converted digital images to your own storage device (computer hard drive, USB flash drive, SD card) before returning this item to the library. A simplified LPL user manual is included to help you through the process. For technical information about this scanner, visit https://www.wolverinedata.com/products/titan-8-in-1-high-definition-film-to-digital-converter

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Handy Audio Recorder

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*May require two AAA batteries

Use this handheld audio recorder to record high quality stereo sound. Applications include recording oral histories, musical performances, and meetings. You don’t need a computer to use this recorder, but you will need to transfer your files onto your own storage device (computer hard drive, usb flash drive, SD card) before returning this item to the library. This recorder is easy to use and includes a user’s manual to get you started. For technical information, visit https://zoomcorp.com/en/us/handheld-recorders/handheld-recorders/h1n-handy-recorder/

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Zoom H1n Handy Recorder Operation Manual

Handy Video Recorder

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*May require two AA batteries

This easy to use video recorder is perfect for recording oral histories, musical performances, meetings, and more. You don’t need a computer or smartphone to use this recorder, but you will need to transfer your files onto your own storage device (computer hard drive, usb flash drive, SD card) before returning this item to the library. A simplified LPL users manual is included to guide you through the process. For technical information, visit https://zoomcorp.com/en/us/video-recorders/video-recorders/q2n-4k-handy-video-recorder/

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Zoom Q2n-4k Handy Video Recorder Operation Manual

Audio Cassette Digitization

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*May require two AA batteries

Digitize audio cassette tapes by plugging this device into your computer via USB. Download a free audio software package, insert your cassette, and record the tape into your computer in real time. A simplified LPL user manual is included to guide you through the process.

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Audacity Software Download

External 3.5" Floppy Drive

Canon Color Image Scanner

Full HD Webcam USB

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This webcam gives an excellent image quality at a HD 1080P resolution. It can reach up to 30 fps which makes that so easy to see every detail clearly and smoothly. With noise-canceling microphones, it strengthens your voice during video chatting and reduces the distracting noises from the background. You just need to plug it into your computer or laptop and it will be automatically recognized.

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External CD/DVD Drive & Burner

Rode NT-USB Condenser Microphone

Blue Yeti USB Microphone

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