FAQ: MultiMediaCenter

Which media can I digitize in the MultiMediaCenter?

The MultiMediaCenter offers different possibilities for digitizing printed and micro material as well as slides depending on the type and quality of the original.

The following print, audio, and video media can be digitised for academic purposes in the scanner room of the MultiMediaCenter (central library room 519A):

Books up to format DIN A2, black & white as well as color
Printed originals up to DIN A0, maps, posters and site maps
Microfilms and microfiches
Translucent material up to DIN A4, X-rays and medium format films
Slides and negatives
Lose paper stacks (e.g. single sheets, lecture scripts) up to DIN A3
Tapes, records, and audio cassettes
Video tapes of various formats

Can I scan in the MultiMediaCenter myself?

Yes, after instruction by the staff.

Do I have to register to use the equipment?

Yes, the use of the devices is regulated by a booking list. You can register by contacting the MMC team by mail, telephone or personally.

Is it possible to get support with questions about scanning?

The staff of the MMC will be happy to advise you, explain how to use the equipment and are available for questions and problems during scanning.

Are there operating instructions for the devices?

Yes, quick guides are available in the scanner room. In case of problems you can also contact the MMC staff at any time.

How can I save my digitized material?

Depending on the amount of data you need a USB stick or an external hard drive, burning to CD or DVD is possible; smaller amounts of data can also be sent by e-mail.

Can I also commission the digitization?

Yes, you can also use our fee-based scan order service. Please note the fees incurred for this service.

What is the fastest way to scan lecture notes?

Our feed scanners process paper stacks up to DIN A 3 with up to 136 pages/minute, if desired double sided, in one operation (duplex). The originals must be prepared before feeding, staples and adhesive labels must be removed!

Up to which size can documents be scanned?

Documents up to DIN A0 can be scanned in one go, larger documents must be scanned in parts.

What are the differences to the book scanners in the reading rooms?

In contrast to those in the reading rooms, the book scanners in the MMC are equipped with a glass plate, offer a higher scan resolution and the digital copies are immediately saved on a hard disk. In addition, you will be competently assisted in scanning at the MMC.

Which video and film media can I digitize at the MMC?

VHS, VHS-C, Hi8, Video8, Digital8 and DV tapes. Video digitization

What audio material can I digitize at the MMC?

Records with 33/45/78 rotations per minute, audio cassettes (MC) and tapes from 2.4 to 38 cm per second. Audio digitization

How do I search for films?

You can search for films in the Regensburg catalog plus.

Is access to the Archive for Advertising Research (RAW) free of charge?

Yes, for scientific purposes you can register for free as a user of the Regensburg Archive for Advertising Research (RAW).