Library & Technology

Using DukeCapture

DukeCapture is a centrally managed system using Panopto software for recording classes and events that takes advantage of our built-in cameras and microphones. It is available in all classrooms except 4040 (also not available in ancillary classrooms such as the Burdman Lounge and the Fite room). For recording in rooms not covered by DukeCapture please contact Media Services to arrange for the loan of a flip camera or mp3 recorder.

Before the semester begins

Please let Media Services staff at media@law.duke.edu know which option you prefer:

  1. All regular class sessions automatically recorded and shared with students
  2. You or volunteers in your class can manually initiate recordings when needed
  3. You do not intend to record any classes
Option 1 - Centrally recorded classes

There are a few steps necessary to provide audio and video to the DukeCapture system.

On the Crestron touch panel:

1. If not already on, touch the screen. If you don't see buttons on the touch screen, press the screen again to start up the A/V system. The startup time varies by room.
2. On the lower right of the screen, touch "Event Record" or "Capture".
If you are in 4044, 4045, 4046, 4049 or 3043 - touch the word Record at the bottom of the touchpanel.
3. Touch the number or name for the camera you wish to use. We usually choose Rear Camera.
4. Touch preset 1, or follow the instructions on the screen to zoom or move the camera as needed.
5. Go back to the main menu using the appropriate button.

In the A/V rack or cabinet:

6. Instructor wired microphones are by default on, but do not capture your voice very well if you move away from them. To assure your voice is captured, take a wireless mic out of the drawer. Press the power button or move the switch to on. Test that the mic is on by speaking with it close to your mouth. Put the mic transmitter on your belt and the mic on your shirt about 6-8 inches below your chin.

Option 2 - In-room recording

In addition to the steps for Option 1, you need to load and operate the Panopto software on the room computer.

On the room computer:

1. Double click the Panopto software icon on the desktop.
2. Log in using your NetID and password. If Dukelaw is already logged in, click logout to be able to log in as yourself.
3. Select the folder for your class.
4. Click the start button.
5. You can minimize the application by clicking on its icon in the task bar at the bottom of the screen.
6. Be sure to stop the recording when your class is over.
7. Quit out of Panopto after the file has been copied to the server.
8. Restart the computer.

Option 3 - Ad hoc recording

If we have not prepared Panopto for your use, you can still record. Once again follow the instructions for Option 1.

On the room computer:

1. Double click the Panopto software icon on the desktop.
2. Dukelaw should be logged in. If not, you will need restart the computer. If it is not logged in after restarting, then please call the hotline (613-7249).
3. You may see "Offline" selected. Select the folder for the room you are in.
4. Click the start button.
5. You can minimize the application by clicking on its icon in the task bar at the bottom of the screen.
6. Be sure to stop the recording when your class or session is over.
7. Quit out of Panopto after the file has been copied to the server, if applicable.
8. You can alternatively or in addition copy your recording on to a Flash drive. Look in "Classroom Files" (Drive E:); there is an alias for it on the deskop. Your recording will be in that folder or under Panopto Recordings. The recording will be a meaninglessly named folder with several files - you may need to locate yours by the date and time stamp of the folder. The video and screen capture are Windows Media files.
9. Email media@law.duke.edu or call 613-7249 if the recording should be made available to a class.

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