On-site Listening and Viewing Facilities

The Arts Library is equipped to support public viewing and listening of film and audio materials from our collections, including materials on reserve. This includes DVD, vhs (including PAL and SECAM), laser disc, audio CD, audio tape, and LP. Screening of 16mm film can be arranged by contacting the Arts Library staff at (858) 534-8074.

Media stations are available in the Arts Library service room. All of the stations can support up to two users, and two of the stations can support up to four users.

Due to the renovation of the Arts Library in 2008-9, access to group viewing spaces is limited. Please contact the Arts Library staff at (858) 534-8074 for more information about group screening availability.

Procedures

Requests can be processed up to 30 minutes before the Arts Library service desk closing time.

1. Always bring a valid campus or photo ID.
2. Headphones are provided, however, you are welcome to bring your own.
3. For faster service, be prepared to provide the complete Call Number of the item being requested.
4. Keep conversations and volume levels of the headphones at a reasonable level to not disturb others patrons.
5. The stations are for listening to audio or viewing moving image materials from the UCSD Libraries collections. During peak periods (midterms and finals) patrons using the stations for recreational purposes will be asked to give up stations to users preparing for UCSD exams or completing assigned coursework.

Digital Audio and Film Reserves

The Arts Library offers digital reserve services for all audio reserves and select film reserves.

24 multimedia computers are available in the Arts Library for viewing digital film reserves. Digital audio and film reserves can be accessed in all the UCSD Libraries using public InfoStations as well as all campus networked computers (you will need a headset). These services may also be accessed off campus if a UCSD Proxy or VPN account has been established.

Please go to Course Reserves for access to specific course content. You will need a password from your course instructor for digital audio and film reserves.