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Library Tech Tools

Technology and technology tools available for checkout in the Durham Tech Library

Tech Tools FAQ

What are Tech Tools?

  • Tech Tools are technology items available for loan at Durham Tech Library for students and faculty to use for school-related activities.
  • A borrower's agreement and library account are required to check out Tech Tools, which include cameras, audio equipment, drawing tablets, and calculators.
  • Checking out Tech Tools or Calculators may take 5-10 minutes, and users should anticipate needing to charge camera batteries before use.
  • A student ID is required, and the library does not provide instruction on how to use Tech Tools. User manuals and tutorials can be found next to the item descriptions in the library catalog.

Instructions for Checking Out Tech Tools @ Durham Tech Library

How To Apply to Borrow Tech Tools

  1. Sign up for a library account at the library front desk. 
  2. Please fill out a student or staff request for our Tech Tools. Check the boxes for the items you want.
  3. Check the hours for our main campus library prior to coming to pick up your Tech Tools.
    If you need to arrange for pick up on another campus, please email the library: library@durhamtech.edu
  4. Come to the library desk and tell the staff you are here for a Tech Tools checkout
  5. If the technology or tech accessory is lost, broken, or not returned, users will be charged replacement costs. 
  6. Most items check out for 2 weeks. HOWEVER, if you have a project that you're working on with a deadline beyond 2 weeks, let us know and we can discuss extending the checkout time. We are not currently checking out items for an entire semester.

Student Tech Tools
Borrower's Agreement Form

Staff Tech Tools Form

Use the tabs below to explore all of the Tech Tools. Support information is listed to the right of each item.

Please email the library (library@durhamtech.edu) if you have questions about a specific item, but keep in mind the library cannot provide 1-on-1 instruction for every item. 

 
Item Picture Item Name Support Documents
ANDOER 1080P Video Camera

Includes storage bag, video camera, 128 GB SD Card (in camera), (2) batteries, power adapter plug, USB cord, remote controller, and instruction manual
Canon Vixia Video Camera Canon Vixia Video Camera

Includes storage bag, video camera, 32GB of internal memory, (2) batteries, power adapter, mini HDMI cable.
Canon Powershot SX530 HS Digital Camera Canon Powershot SX530 HS Digital Camera

User Manual & Device Driver Download.
Includes carrying bag, camera, lens cap and neck strap (on camera), battery charger, battery pack (in camera), 32 GB SD memory card (in camera), and USB cable.
Panasonic Lumix FZ80 Camera Panasonic Lumix FZ80 Camera User Manual & Device Driver Download
Includes carrying bag, camera, lens cap and neck strap (on camera), battery charger, battery (in camera), 64GB SD memory card (in camera), and USB/charging cable
Logitech C615 Portable HD Webcam Logitech C615 Portable HD Webcam Includes box, webcam, and user manual

 

 
Item Picture Item Name Support Documents
Fifine K669B USB MICROPHONE Includes storage box, USB microphone, microphone stand, and instruction manual.

Video playlist containing troubleshooting tips for common Fifine USB microphone issues and how to fix them.
MPOW Wired Computer Headset with Mic Includes box, headset, USB connector, and instructions
PoP voice PV510+ LAVALIER MICROPHONE Includes storage container, lavalier microphone, PC adapter, and instruction manual.
Pyle Portable Tabletop Recording Booth Includes box and tabletop mini recording booth (for sound baffling).

Can be used with Fifine USB Microphone.
QH-200 Studio Stereo Headphones Includes box, headphones, and 1/4" stereo adapter
TASCAM DR-10L MICRO RECORDER W/LAVALIER TASCAM DR-10L User Manual
Includes recording unit, lav mic, and a micro SD card.
Please delete your files off the device before returning it.

 

Tablet technology available at Durham Tech Library
Item Picture Item Name Support Documents
Wacom Drawing Tablet

INSPIROY H610 PRO V2
Creative Pen Tablet

 User Manual & Device Driver Download
Includes carrying case, tablet, pen, pen stand, and cable
Wacom Intuos Drawing Tablet Wacom Intuos
Creative Pen Tablet		 User Manual & Device Driver Download
Includes carrying case, tablet, pen, box, and cable

 

 
Item Picture Item Name Support Documents
Mancro Backpack Select "a backpack to carry it all" in the Tech Tools application to receive a gray mancro backpack for your chosen tech tools
Sony Portable DVD and Bluray Player Sony Portable Blu-Ray/DVD Player Comes with a remote, power cord, HDMI cable, and a carrying case.
Checks out for 1 week (DVDs also check out for 1 week)
UBeesize Multifunctional Tripod UBeesize Multifunctional Tripod Includes 2 storage bags, 2 instruction manuals, tripod (extends to 60.2"), Bluetooth remote, GoPro adapter, and cell phone adapter
UBeesize 10" Ring Light and Tripod UBeesize 10" Ring Light and Tripod Includes carrying backpack, 2 instruction manuals, ring light, tripod, and storage box with Bluetooth remote, AC cord, and phone clip

- Video on how to set up the ring light for use.
- Video on how to use a ring light - the basics for small creators, beginners, and businesses.
Neewer Black/White Backdrop with Stand Neewer Black/White Backdrop with Stand Includes 5’x7’ black & white backdrop, expandable tripod, bracket (attached to tripod), round carrying bag for backdrop, and tripod bag for tripod.

This helpful video shows how to close and repack the backdrop and has tips on where to position the backdrop for your video.
See this guide on when you may consider using a black backdrop or a white backdrop.

 

 
Item Picture Item Name Borrow Length Requirements
Ti-84 Graphing Calculator Up to 2 weeks Tech Tools Form
Ti-84 Graphing Calculator
(Semester-Long)		 Up to 1 semester

Instructor Referral
TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator Up to 2 weeks Ask at library desk
Ti-84 Graphing Calculator
(Reference copy)		 The library retains one reference copy of a Ti-84 for students to use while in the library Ask at library desk

 

 
Item Picture Item Name Borrow Length
Photo of a USB cable with multiple format options: USB C, Mini, and lightning

USB Multi-Adapter Cable
(USB Cable with USB C, lightning, and Mini formats, offers a slower charge)

Includes:

  • Cable
 In-Library Use Only
photo of insignia 65w AC adapter Insignia 65W Laptop AC Adapter
(AC power cable with many adapter tips for common laptop formats)


Includes:

  • Cable
  • Charging Block
  • 8 Laptop adapter tips
 In-Library Use Only
Photo of a lightning cable for apple devices

Apple Lightning Cable & Block (Quick)

Fast-charging lightning cable for Apple Devices

Includes:

  • Cable
  • Charging Block
 In-Library Use Only
Photo of the USB C cable format

USB C Charging Cable & Block (Quick)
Fast-charging USB C cable for Samsung, Google, and other smartphones, as well as Chromebooks and some other laptop brands

Includes:

  • Cable
  • Charging Block
 In-Library Use Only
Photo of ChargeTech Cabinet

Chargetech Charging Lockers

This is not an item to checkout. Each main campus offers a locker that can charge personal devices and sanitize them.

Campus Locations of Chargetech Charging Lockers:

Main Campus: Available upstairs at the Main Campus Library
Northern Durham Center: Available in the main student lounge
Orange County Campus: Available in the main student lounge

 Permanent charging station present on all three main campuses