What is it?
The Multimedia Commons was developed to provide the necessary equipment and software for working with graphics, audio, and video projects.
Where is it?
The Multimedia Commons is located at the west end of Leavey’s first floor.
Multimedia Commons desk: (213) 740 7730
What is in the Multimedia Commons?
Six (6) Dell Dimension 700 PC computers, each with 3.73 GHz Intel Pentium D processor, 2 Gb RAM, 250 Gb hard drive and 24" wide screen flat panel monitor.
The computers include CD/ DVD Burners and card readers (SmartMedia, SD, xD, CompactFlash, Memory Stick, etc). Attached to each computer is a flatbed scanner for scanning documents up to 8.5" x 11.7"
The computers are provided with the multimedia productivity software also available on Leavey’s Information Commons PCs.
Adobe: Photoshop/ImageReady CS2 9.0, Illustrator CS2 12.0, Premiere Pro 1.5, Adobe Acrobat Professional
Macromedia: Director MX 2004 v10, Fireworks 8, Flash Professional 8
Hardware descriptions and tips on using the computers
For help using the hardware or software, please see Technology Tutorials
Who has access to the equipment?
Any USC faculty, staff, or student with a CURRENT library account and USC user name may use the equipment. Patron must check out a Multi-media Station Card, available at the Circulation desk.
Cards/computers are available on a first-come-first-served basis and patron may use station for 4 hours. The Multi-media Station Card may be renewed ONCE if there are no other patrons waiting for station. We do not take reservations, nor is there a sign up sheet.
What accessories are available?
These accessories are available for check out at the circulation desk.
Our regular headphones will work with the computers.
WACOM 9"x12" Pen-tablets - these greater control of cursor when workings with graphics or retouching photos.
Film trays for the scanner which allow scanning of 35mm, 6x4.5, and 4x5 film.