Continue
below to learn more about the equipment
available from SCS Gear2Go and to access links to
specifications, users guides, and other resources.
If you are already an experienced borrower and you
are ready to make a reservation, just click the
"Reserve Gear" button on the right. Enjoy the light and
sound!
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Camcorders
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Cameras
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Equipment
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Equipment |
How
do I reserve equipment?
Click the "Reserve Gear" button above to select from all available items. Or, click the appropriate "Reserve It" button below to select a particular device from this page. Next, click the "Book" button adjacent to the item you wish to reserve and then follow the screen prompts to complete the process. If you prefer, you may alternately call 410-704-5151 or visit the SCS Service Desk in CK 35 to make a reservation with staff assistance.
After completing the process, you will receive an email message confirming your reservation. SCS will call or email you if we are unable to accept your request for any reason.
How
long may I keep the equipment?
The online reservation system will allow you to reserve an item for one to four days, but for no more than four days. The purpose of these limits is to insure fair access to our relatively modest inventory and to discourage borrowers from losing track of equipment.
SCS may grant term extensions under the conditions described below, but no item may ever remain checked-out for more than eight days without the explicit authorization of an SCS professional staff member. SCS retains the right to change this policy if necessary (providing advanced notice on this page) to insure equitable access and to prevent abuse.
- Any client--student, faculty or
staff--may make a second reservation
for the same equipment
during an
active reservation period. For
example, if you reserve a camera for
Wednesday through Friday and then
realize that you need a few more
days, you may make another new
reservation (on Wednesday, Thursday
or Friday) from this page to begin
when your current reservation ends
(provided, of course, that the
equipment has not already been
reserved by another client). This
would allow you to use a particular
item up to eight consecutive days,
if the item is available.
- A faculty/staff borrower may make two back-to-back reservations, if needed, before the first reservation period. To request a loan term exceeding eight days, the faculty/staff borrower should email or call Robert Cave (rcave@towson.edu, 410-704-3024). Students may not make multiple back-to-back reservations online.
If we are unable to grant an extension due to conflicting reservations, you must return the equipment by the agreed-upon due date of the initial reservation or we will consider it overdue. If a borrower does not return overdue equipment within one week of the due date, we reserve the right to bill for replacement costs through the TU Bursar's Office.
What
are the pickup and return procedures?
When you arrive to pick-up equipment, an SCS staff member will complete a check-out process, confirm that all kit components are present, and answer any questions you may have. We no longer print checkout receipts; however, we will gladly send you another confirmation email reflecting updates, if any, to your original reservation. It is your responsibility to know and adhere to the due date.
When you return equipment, a staff
member will inspect it to verify that it
is undamaged and all components are
present. Then, we will record the date
and time of the return and print a
receipt for your records. If components
are missing or damaged, we will require
more information to record the the
damage and determine who should be
responsible for repair/replacement
costs.
We expect equipment to fail over time as
a consequence of day-to-day use; we hold clients responsible
only
for damage well
beyond normal wear and tear.
What happens if I return equipment late?
Your delay in returning equipment might prevent another client from completing an important assignment or project on time. Consequently, we regard your due date very seriously and ask that you call us immediately should an emergency situation prevent you from returning equipment on time. SCS tracks the incidence of late returns. If you reach a total 6 days late or 3 late return incidents, SCS may revoke your borrowing privileges for 6 months.
What
kinds of devices are currently
available?
SCS circulates the following types of multimedia equipment. The numbers in brackets indicate the number of units SCS currently offers. If you would suggest adding equipment not represented here, please let us know.
Pocket digital
video camcorders, flash memory-based [24]
Advanced digital video camcorders, flash memory-based
[6]
Digital video camcorders,
MiniDV tape-based [4]
Digital SLR camera [1]
Digital still cameras [3]
Digital audio
recorders [2]
Tripods [12]
Wireless lavaliere microphones
[3]
Wired lavaliere microphones [2]
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Kodak Zi8 Camcorder [14]
This pocket-sized 1080 HD camcorder is easy to use and features removable
SDHC media and an external microphone
port.
Use the included AC adapter to power the
camera and you won't have to worry about
the batteries dying in the middle of a
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Cisco Flip UltraHD Camcorder [10]
This pocket-sized 720 HD camcorder is
the easiest-to-use camera we offer. Two
words: dead simple. In our experience,
you can expect to get 60-75 minutes of
recording from fully charged batteries.
Recharging the battery pack via USB will
take 6 hours. If you would rather not
stop to recharge, we recommend having a
fresh set of AA batteries on hand, or
use a Kodak Zi8 which can run from an AC
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Sony HDR-CX550V Camcorder [3]
This full-featured 1080p HD camcorder
records to both removable SDHC media and
an internal 64GB hard drive. It
features an high capacity battery and a
viewfinder, and it supports manual
control for the artistically inclined.
It also shoots standard definition video
and excellent 12.3 megapixel stills.
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Sony HDR-CX560 Camcorder [3]
This full-featured 1080p HD camcorder
records to both removable SDHC media and
an internal 64GB hard drive. It
features an high capacity battery and it
supports manual control for the
artistically inclined. It also shoots
standard definition video and excellent
12.3 megapixel stills.
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Panasonic PV-GS250 Camcorder [1]
This full-featured digital camcorder
records video to MiniDV tapes and 3.1
megapixel still images to SD media
cards. It circulates with a full
set of accessories including an external
microphone and wired remote control.
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Sony DCR-PC5 Camcorder [2]
This full-featured digital camcorder
records video to MiniDV tapes and sports
an i.Link (Firewire) port.
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Sony DCR-HC46 Camcorder [1]
This easy-to-use digital camcorder
records video to MiniDV tapes and
connects to computers via USB and i.Link
(Firewire) when mounted on the included
docking station.
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Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR [1]This professional-level DSLR camera records 18MP still photographs and full-HD video to SDHC media. It includes a Canon EF-S 18-135 F3.5 lens* and a vast selection of automatic and manual controls. The 60D connects to computers via USB. (*Borrowers are strongly discouraged from removing the lens; open Kit Tips below for more information.): : Resources KitTips Specifications Manual Lynda.com Course (Some chapters are available with logging in. For full access, reserve LDC via SCS access.) : :
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Canon PowerShot A95 [1]
This excellent 5.0 megapixel digital
still camera sports a 3x optical zoom,
an angle-adjustable view screen, and
manual control options.
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Kodak EasyShare C663 [1]
This excellent 6.1 megapixel digital
still camera features a 3x optical zoom
and shoots web-quality (640x480) MPEG
video.
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Olympus Camedia C-3020 [2]
This lower-resolution 3.2 megapixel
digital still camera features a 3x
optical zoom and a bright F2.8 lens; it
also supports manual settings and
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Samson Zoom H2 Digital Audio Recorder [2]
This small, lightweight digital audio
recorder will capture vocal and
instrumental performances, as well as
interviews and lectures with stunning
clarity. The device features four
on-board microphones and records in a
variety of formats and quality levels to
affordable SDHC media cards.
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audio-technica Pro 88W Wireless Mic System [3]
This rugged, easy-to-use wireless
microphone system offers two switchable
frequencies and supports a 100'-300'
range. It's great for video
applications. The transmitter and
receiver each use a single 9 volt
battery.
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audio-technica 805b Wired Mic [2]
This classic wired lavaliere
microphone is suitable for interviews in
the studio; it includes a 1/4" to 1/8"
plug adapter and runs on a single button
cell battery (included). Spare batteries
are located in the front zippered pocket
of the kit case.
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Blue Yeti USB Mic [1]
This advanced multi-pattern (4) USB
microphone is well suited to recording a
wide variety of audio sources--from
narration to choral and instrumental
performances--directly to a computer.
There is a headphone port for
monitoring.
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Labtec C110 Headphones [3]
These lightweight, comfortable
open-style headphones |
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Sony MDR-XD100 Headphones [6]
These lightweight, comfortable studio
monitor-style headphones convey bass
sounds more accurately than open-air
headphones.
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Sony VCT-R640 Video Tripod [9]
These video tripods are light enough
to carry around all day, yet sturdy
enough to support rock-solid recording
in all but the most extreme conditions.
The pan-tilt head and quick release are
perfect for your next video or photo
project.
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Velbon Victory 480 Video Tripod [1]
Solid support with a 3-way pan-tilt
video head and quick release.
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Bogen 3001B Pro Video Tripod [1]
This all-metal tripod is a heavy,
professional-quality support suitable
for applications when extra stability is
called for. Includes a 3-way pan-tilt
video head and quick release.
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Quantaray Titan QII-550 Video Tripod [1]
Solid support with a 3-way pan-tilt
video head and quick release. |
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Plan
to use a device that records to removable SDHC
memory cards? We suggest that you consider
buying your own Class 6 SDHC memory card for the
peace of mind that comes with knowing your
card's history and so that you can more
conveniently access your recordings after
returning the camera or recorder. 
If
you plan to use a MiniDV tape-based video
camera, we highly recommend that you buy a new
MiniDV tape for each video recording project.
Or, at the very least, use a tape that you know has not
been overused.