AVA Studio - WashU Libraries
Audiovisual/Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality (AVA) Studio is a creative digital space on
Olin Library Level A
. It houses AR/VR headsets, a photography setup, and audio recording equipment. The purpose of AVA Studio is to provide an accessible space to interact with digital technology.
Operating Hours
Users can access AVA Studio after creating a reservation and receiving introductory training on how to use it.
Please see the hours widget at the top of this page or the
Library Hours page
for operational hours for the physical AVA Studio space.
AVA Studio Equipment
AVA Studio is a creative digital space with reservable tools for the WashU community to explore Augmented or Virtual Reality (AR/VR) using headsets, podcasting, videography, photography equipment, and more.
Please see the
AVA Studio Research Guide
for full instructions on AVA Studio photography and videography, audio recording/podcasting, and AR/VR equipment.
If you have an application you would like to try in the studio, please let Data Services know by completing the
App Request Form.
Apps can be recreational or educational, and while Data Services may not be able to purchase every request, your suggestions are welcome.
Sony a7 IV Mirrorless Camera
Sony 16-35mm f/2.8 Lens
Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens
Davis and Sanford Provista Tripod with 7518B FM182 Fluid
Aputure LS-1c LED Lights (3)
Impact LS-96-HAB Light (3)
Stands Backdrops: White, Black, and Green
5-in-1 42″ Collapsible Circular Reflector/Diffusion Disc (2)
Recording Equipment
1 Zoom F8 recorder
2 Cloudlifter CL-2
1 AKG HP4E headphone amp
Microphones
1 Shure SB-7 mic
3 Rode Podcaster mics
Virtual Reality Tools
Quest 2 Headsets (2)
Quest 3 Headsets (6)
VIVE XR Elite (4)
Oculus Rift
Augmented Reality Tools
HoloLens 1
HoloLens 2
AR Sandbox
A complete list of VR applications can be found in the
AVA Studio Research Guide
Reserving and Using the AVA Studio
Please use the
Reserve AVA Studio link
to book 48 hours before your desired reservation date.
When you arrive for your reservation:
Check-in at the Data Services suite, Olin Library Room A07
First-time users must undergo a brief training at the beginning of the session
Staff will check out the necessary equipment
Please plan to stay 15 minutes after the reservation to clean materials and check them back in
Reserve AVA Studio
User Expectations for AVA Studio
See the full
AVA Studio Policy
for additional details on user expectations for AVA Studio.
The room will be available only when Data Services or Student Technology Services (STS) are present to provide access to the room and equipment.
Data Services and, by extension, STS mediates access to AVA Studio.
All users must complete training annually.
Users must adhere to
WashU technology policies.
The
Libraries’ food and drink policy
only allows covered drinks in AVA Studio. Spills must be reported immediately to Data Services or STS personnel on duty.
Users cannot remove any equipment or materials provided in AVA Studio.
Users should notify a Data Services/STS staff member if there are issues in AVA Studio (e.g., broken equipment, software, or furniture).
Users are expected to vacate AVA Studio at the end of their reservation time.
Users will be accountable for the equipment during the reservation time and wait while the staff ensures everything is accounted for when they leave.