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Lightboard Recording Studio

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a lightboard to our setup to give you more options when recording in our studio.

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Any FacultyA-State faculty or Staffstaff member on Campus can reserve thisthe space for themselves.studio. See below for Studiostudio Specificationsspecifications, accessibility features, and our Reservationreservation Policypolicy.

 

? What Is a Lightboard?

A Lightboard is a transparent glass whiteboard with internal lighting that makes neon markers glow. It allows presenters to write and draw while facing the camera, creating a natural and engaging delivery. The video is mirrored so the writing appears correctly to viewers.

? Want to see it in action?

? Studio Specifications

Lighting

  • Dimmable glassinternal edge internallights lights.for Causesglowing theneon Neonmarker whiteboard markers to appear to glow.visuals.
  • Integrated,Presenter-facing dimmable presenter-facing LEDs for even illumination of the presenter.lighting.

Audio

  • RØDE RODECaster Pro  Integrated Podcast Production Studio
    • Channel 1 -1: RØDE Wireless GO II Lavalier MicrophoneMic
    • Channel 2 -2: RØDE PodMic Dynamic Podcasting Microphone (Right Side)Right)
    • Channel 3 -3: RØDE PodMic Dynamic Podcasting Microphone (Left Side)Left)
    • Channel 4 -4: Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro Audio Out
    • USB Channel -Channel: PC Audio Out

Video

  • Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro (Recordings
      will be
    • Records in 1080p unlessby otherwisedefault specified)(4K
        available upon request)
    • Sigma 18-18–35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art Lens
    • Tiffen 72mm Circular Polarizing Filter

Computer & Automation

  • Dell Windows 10 PC
  • Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad HDMI Recorder
  • OBS toStudio for mirror cameramirrored output so text written on the Lightboard is still legible. Also, forand scene transitions between layouts with multiple video sources. 
  • Stream Deck MK.2  for push push-button automationautomation: of
      the entire recording process (e.g.,
    • Start, Pause, Stop,Stop recording
    • Switch between camera views and allcontent scenesources
      • changes). 
  • 2 -Dual Dell 32" 4K Monitors.Monitors:
    • One to monitor thefor OBS Recordingmonitoring
      • and the other
    • One for Contentcontent Sources, e.g., Firefox, (PowerPoint, browser, etc.)

OtherTeleprompter

  • Teleprompter

    • Lightboard

    • 66" Lightboardglass surface with internal lighting
    • Height adjustable from:
      • The work surface can be adjusted to any desired height with just the touch of a button. Adjustment range: 28" to –53" at(desktop)
        • desktop,
      • 65"-–90" at (top of lightboard.board)

    What

    ♿ Accessibility Features

    • Adjustable height for ADA compliance
    • Clear audio capture for automatic captioning via Kaltura

    Notes:

    • Using a script with the teleprompter can improve caption accuracy, but it is anot Lightboard?required.

      • A

    • Caption lightboardediting is a transparent whiteboard made of glass with internal lighting to make writing glow. A lightboard allows a presenter to write and draw while maintaining eye contact to deliver their message naturally and engagingly. Video filmed through the glass is then mirrored, so the writing appears correct to the viewer.

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      Reservation Policy

      Our spacesinstructions are available forin reservationthe onlyKaltura chapter byof AStatethe CETL Knowledge Base

    ? Reservation Policy

    Studio use is limited to A-State faculty and staff. The individualperson making the reservation must be present for the duration of the event and is responsible for any student behavior during that time.participants.

    ForTo morereserve informationthe studio or toask makequestions, a reservation, please email email CETL@AState.edu.

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