The PC Gaming Stations are bookable online and have had many Steam games installed, as well as a few non-Steam games.

Besides games, the following software is also available on each PC:

• OBS Studio: Screen capturing software specific for gaming.
• Discord: Gamer's chat system (similar to Slack).
• View the PC Game List in PDF format or Word format.

Available additional cables and equipment:

• cables for gaming controllers (available Fall 2022 when the Gaming Room re-opens)
• SD card readers
• audio splitters

Lyons has several pieces of equipment that can be booked and borrowed for filming/photography purposes. This equipment is available for loan periods up to 24 hours. Bookings need to be done in advance (at least 24 hours)

• Video cameras (capable of photography or film; primarily used for film)
• Point and shoot camera (capable of photography or film; primarily used for photography)
• Lavalier mics (wired). Single and double mics. Can be used with video cameras or smart phones
• Tripods
• Portable green screen (frame & fabric)

See specific details of equipment on the booking system page (linked above) by hovering over the name in the list.

SD card readers and audio splitters are available at the Help Desk and for use within Lyons. Check out at the Help Desk with valid MAC ID card.

This room is available for green screen, photography and filming. You can book the Media Production Studio online via the Library Booking system.

Available equipment with room (specify equipment needed in booking request with the Accessories section):

• Green and black drapery for video and photography backgrounds
• White wall can be used for a white background
• Camera equipment (Canon DSLR, video camera, Nikon SLR camera w/60mm fixed lens, tripod, attachable RODE microphone, wireless RODE lapel microphones)
• Studio lighting both LED lights and flash photography lights
• Light box (with 4 different coloured backdrops)
• Moveable furniture (limited to what’s housed in the room)
• Portable monitor for script display
• Computer to search help guides, tutorials, etc.
• Must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of when it's needed

Wacom art tablets are available for check out at the Help Desk. The art tablets are for use in Lyons along with the computers and Adobe software.

These are tablets and stylus are good for when you want precision in your digital work. Ideal for anyone creating digital art!

The Audio Recording Booth can be booked via the Library Booking system and is nestled on the right side of room L414.

Our Audio Recording Booth is a great space for recording your audio work. Whether you are recording a podcast for a class; doing a voice over for a video; or recording a demo for your next big hit, the recording booth is available for you to use. You must be a current McMaster student or staff member, with valid Mac ID to use the booth.

Available for use in the booth:

• Computer equipped with Audacity and Adobe Audition software
• Microphone (available at the Lyons Services Desk along with pop filter)
• Adjustable microphone arm
• 1 chair 
• Music stand with light for script/music

Headphones (available at the Lyons Services Desk)

Wacom art tablets are available for check out at the Lyons Services Desk. The art tablets are for use in Lyons along with the computers and Adobe software.

Loan period: 4 hours

The Small Audio Recording Booth is bookable online via the Library Booking system and is nestled on the right side of L414.

Our Small Audio Recording Booth is a great space for recording your audio work. Bring your own device for recording such as a laptop or your smartphone. Need a microphone? There's one already in the booth! You must be a current McMaster student or staff member, with valid Mac ID to use the booth.

Available for use in the booth:

• Microphone (mounted inside the room permanently)
• No computer is provided in this booth; there is a ledge to hold your own laptop, however
• Headphones (available at the Lyons Services Desk)

The following equipment is for use within Lyons only, and limited to 2 hours per day. These do not need to be booked (with the exception of the lavalier mics); simply ask to sign them out at the Lyons services desk.

• A variety of condenser microphones 
• Headphones

Microphones & headphones are for in-Lyons use only and cannot be removed from the Centre. Microphones must be used in an audio booth or edit studio.

NOTES:

• All computers in the Centre have built-in webcams.
• Stand-alone webcam is available to be booked in advance (with manager's permission only; contact her directly via email)
• Lavalier (lapel) microphones are available via the booking system under camera equipment

Info coming soon.

Coming Fall 2022.

The console gaming room houses five different gaming systems:

• Wii
• XBox 360
• XBox One
• Playstation 3
• Playstation 4

Games, controllers and the room key for L418 can be checked out at the Lyons Help Desk once the station is booked. The console station can be booked online.

Video gaming equipment available for use within the Gaming Room (L418):

• Playstation 4
• Wii
• X-BOX 360
  • controllers and games for all three consoles are available at the Lyons services desk
• Gaming PC
  • games are already installed on the computer, most of which are accessible via the Lyons' Steam account