How to use the Studio

1. Understanding the Studio

   Key Card Access - To enter the studio, ask the security office at Beit for KEY CARD 2. You will need membership and be on the key card list.

   Please enter the studio via the side-door.

   
2. Equipment Overview

   We have the following equipment available for use:

   • STUDER OnAir 1500 Mixer (The big grey thing in front of the monitors)
   • PC (You probably know what a computer is)
   • Mics (Each has a numbered sticker corresponding to the mixer)
   • Headphones - DT 700 Pro 80 Ohm
   • DJ Decks - 2x CDJ-2000-NXS2, 2x XDJ-700s, and 2x Technic turntables
   • DJM-800 Mixer
   • Speakers - 2x Yamaha HS8
3. Starting Up

   Turn on all equipment using the BIG RED ON SWITCH located at the bottom of the plug board stack.

   
4. Studer/Mic Usage

   You should get a run-through on how to use the mixer during your induction, but if in doubt, reach out to a committee member.

   
   • Volume Levels - Do not raise the volume of the faders above the 0 mark.
   • Sustain - Lower the sustain channel before starting your show and put it back up at the end.
   • Ensure your channel is turned ON if you want it to go on air.
   • Toggle the CUE/TB button to hear the channel without broadcasting it.

   Cant hear anything? Troubleshoot guide:

   • Is the ON button lit for your desired channel?
   • Have you got any of the mic channels up? Set them to the bottom if so.
5. Accounts and Playlists

   Use IC Radio Spotify and Soundcloud accounts for accessing playlists. DO NOT LOG OUT OF THESE ACCOUNTS.

6. RSVP to emails

   Please reply to the email RSVP, this is the only way your show can be automatically archived on our Soundcloud.

7. Phone-ins/Zoom Calls

   You can now have guests on Zoom. Set up the audio options as shown:

   Zoom audio outputs via the WIN PC Channel. Ensure the fader is turned on and set to 0. If you want to be heard, make sure your mic channel is also on.

Studio Rules

1. Food and Drink: No food or drink is allowed near the equipment. Leave drinks on the table away from the equipment or in the shared studio next door.
2. No smoking or vaping
3. Guests: Guests are allowed if accompanied by an IC Radio Member.
4. Equipment Care: Treat all equipment with respect. Do not remove or damage any items.
5. Cleanup: Leave the studio as you found it, clean and tidy.

Further Guide

Make sure to RSVP

You should receive an email in your inbox on the morning of your show.

PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK FROM THIS EMAIL AND REPLY - this enables us to see who is attending their slots and manages the automatic Soundcloud account so you can listen back to your shows on our soundcloud archive.

Branding

• Boost your radio show with a host photo on our website! Contact us to arrange it for you.

• Create an Instagram page for your show to share updates.

Shout-outs

• Boost your show with our Instagram spotlight. Just DM us, and we will share your content on the icradio page.
• End your show by mentioning the next program to keep listeners tuned in.

Jingles + Sound FX

Find the keyboard and mouse for the right-hand monitor in a sliding tray below the desk.

If you want these to be audible, set the RD Panel fader volume to 0.

Once the fader is up, browse the panel of jingles and play as you please!

Using the Studio to Record

If you intend to record your shows - this should already be handled via the RSVP system. Check your emails for this.

If that does not apply to you:

You can record all audio that outputs via the Studer, using the following steps:

1. Open Audacity on the PC.
2. Press Record.

3. Stop recording when done.
4. Export your finished project as an MP3 in a relevant folder. DO NOT SAVE THE FULL AUDACITY PROJECT FILE, as they take up too much storage space.