Before visiting the lab, be sure to review the following resources, including an orientation video, step-by-step tutorials, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Orientation video
A short introduction to the lab and how to prepare for your visit.
Tutorials
Explore our step-by-step guides beforehand to make the most of your digitization session. These resources will also be available on-site.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, all digitization sessions require prior registration. You can submit your request and fill out the short intake form here: https://libcal.library.arizona.edu/reserve/memory-lab.
You do not need a library card to use this space. It is completely free and open to all.
The lab is designed to be a do-it-yourself space, and written instructions will be provided in the room. However, feel free to contact the team to arrange on-site help as needed at LBRY-MemoryLab@arizona.edu.
The Wildcats Memory Lab is located on the 3rd floor of the Main Library. After exiting the stairwell or elevator, facing north, turn right and you will see the lab in the center of the hallway. Please see the orientation video for further instructions.
Remember that audio and video digitization happens in real time, meaning that 3 hours of tape will take 3 hours to digitize. Please also account for the time it will take to set up, and to save and transfer your files.
Please plan to be in the lab for the duration of your session. While you can take breaks and step away as needed, you are responsible for your project and the equipment during the digitization process. It is important that you keep an eye on your project to ensure that everything runs smoothly.
Please leave food and drink outside the lab to protect the equipment and your materials. Water can be kept on the floor, away from the workspaces.
Please bring a flash drive or external hard drive to save your files. Since the lab workstations are offline, we recommend also bringing a personal device to transfer your files or upload them to cloud storage (e.g., Google Drive, iCloud, Dropbox).
Get help
If you have any additional questions, please contact the Memory Lab team at LBRY-MemoryLab@arizona.edu.
This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.