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Studio Handbook

This handbook covers useful information about CMCI Studio spaces, rules, technology, and equipment. It is recommended that all students and faculty read through this page and refer to it often. Send any questions, comments, or suggestions via email or slack (@rjduran).

Note this is a living document and is constantly being updated. If you see a section that you would like to contribute to, just let me know.

West Studio

West Studio

Features:

North Studio

North Studio

Features:

  • Secure 24/7 Access
  • Workshop
  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Large tables and chairs
  • Printers
  • Laptops
  • VR Equipment

WIFI

High speed WIFI access is available in both studio spaces. The password for access is posted on the wall in each room.

Access Points (SSID) Location
CMCI-STUDIO-1 West Studio
CMCI-STUDIO-2 North Studio

Studio Rules

  • The Studio space is a 24/7 facility.
  • The Studio masters program is one of many activities that take place in the space.
  • You will have an individualized FOB to enter the building. Contact faculty asap if your FOB goes missing.
  • Food and drinks are allowed, but alcohol is NOT permitted on the premises.
  • Bathrooms are through the door on the east side of the courtyard. You need a FOB to access.
  • The kitchen is for your use. But you are expected to clean dishes etc.
  • If you are the last person here, you are expected to turn off the lights and ensure that all doors are secure before you leave.
  • The courtyard is a shared space with all the other building tenants.
  • Treat the space as you would your home or office. You are expected to clean up after yourself.
  • Do not stream or download illegial content on CMCI Studio network.

General Safety

TODO

Printers

To access the paper printer you need to be connected to one of the local wifi access points shown above. The following printers are available for use.

Make/Model Type Location Website
Brother MCF-L6800DW Black/White North Studio Support

MacOS:

  • Add the printer by going to System Preferences > Printers & Scanners and click the + sign. You should get the option to add the "Brother MCF-L6800DW" printer.
  • After doing so you should be able to send jobs to print.

Projectors

Room Lights

Lighting Grid

Mobile Displays

Photo Studio

Equipment

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Media Workstations

AV Editing

VR & Rendering

Room Cameras

Streaming Content

VR Equipment

Laptops

Usage Policy

The Critical Making Studio has Razer Blade (14") laptops for use with advanced graphics and media applications such as VR, 3d modeling, and programming.

  • The laptops are to remain at the studio at all times. No exceptions.
  • Personal files should be backed up using USB drives and/or a cloud based service such as Dropbox or Google Drive. Do not expect your files to be available on any one laptop the next time you use it.
  • Please report any technical issues to RJ asap.

Login

The laptops are setup to be identical with following user account and installed software.

Account: Student
Password: student

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