Service overview
Audio, video, computer and projection equipment is available for loan.
Equipment loans by appointment only
Please contact us to make an appointment for audiovisual equipment loans. See the Support section below.
Who can use it
McGill faculty, staff, and currently registered students can borrow or rent equipment for McGill related and non-commercial purposes.
How to request & access the service
Reserve equipment in advance of pickup by using the request form, or by calling. Requests are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations should be made at least two business days in advance.
Submit an online reservation request
Equipment can be borrowed without a reservation if it is available.
Note: Your McGill ID card is required. We reserve the right to limit the quantity of equipment you can borrow.
See AV Loans desk locations and availability in the Support section below.
Cost
Equipment is provided free of charge; however repair or replacement costs will be charged for damaged equipment or missing items. Late equipment returns will be recorded and repeated incidences will affect your ability to borrow equipment in the future.
Downtown Equipment
Equipment |
Reference Guide | |
|---|---|---|
Audio | ||
| Digital Audio Recorder (USB) | WS-500 | |
|
Microphone - wireless (for teaching - selected classrooms) | Shure QLX-D Wireless System | |
| P.A. System (portable, wireless mic, Bluetooth, 100 Watt) | PA System | |
| Amplifier | Anchor AN-130 | |
Cameras | ||
| Camcorder Sony TRV-19 (mini DV) | DCRTRV19 | |
| Camcorder Sony DCR-SR 100 (hard drive) | DCRSR100 | |
| Camcorder Sony DCR-SR 220 (hard drive) | DCRSR220 | |
| Camcorder Sony DCR-SR 260 (hard drive) | Sony Camcorder | |
| Digital Photo Camera Canon A-2000 iS | PSA2000IS_CUG_EN | |
| Digital Photo Camera Canon SX-10 iS | PSSX10IS_CUG_EN | |
| Tripod | ||
Computer/laptop | ||
| Windows based laptops - See the article on Laptop Loans from AV (no charge for McGill academic and administrative use). | ||
| HDMI to VGA Video Adapter Converter with Audio for laptops | StarTech HD2VGAA2 HDMI to VGA Video Adapter Converter | |
| Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter | ||
| Thunderbolt and USB C to VGA and HDMI | ||
| Visual Presenter | Visual Presenter | |
Visual | ||
| Data/Video Projector (XGA) | XU-74 XU-75 | |
| Epson Data/Video Projector (WUXGA) | Epson Pro EX9220 | |
|
Screen (4x4 / 6x6 / 8x8 foot) | ||
Clickers (legacy system) | ||
| Clickers - kit includes 50 clickers and a receiver (for special events only). | ||
Macdonald Campus Equipment
Equipment |
Reference Guide |
|---|---|
Audio | |
| Digital Audio Recorder (USB) | WS-100S |
| Microphone - wireless (for teaching - selected classrooms) | Shure QLX-D Wireless System |
| Microphones: D190e, M69, RE10 (used with P.A. System and Amplifier, below) | |
Mixers | |
| P.A. System (receiver amp, 2 large speakers, only works with wired mics)) | |
| Amplifier | Anchor AN-130 |
| Anchor ClassAct CA-13OU1 | |
Cameras | |
| Camcorder Sony HDR-XR160 | Camcorder |
| Camcorder Sony HDR-SR1 | Camcorder |
| Digital Photo Camera Canon A-2000 iS | Digital Photo Camera |
| Stand (floor/table) | |
| Tripod | |
Computer/laptop | |
| Apple Mini Display Port To VGA (model A1307) | |
| HDMI to VGA Video Adapter Converter with Audio for laptops | StarTech HD2VGAA2 HDMI to VGA Video Adapter Converter |
| Visual Presenter | Visual Presenter |
| Windows based laptops - See the article on Laptop Loans from AV | |
Visual | |
| Data/Video Projector (XGA) | |
| Screens (5x6 / 6x6 / 12 ft) | |
| Flipchart stand | |
| Table/stand | |
Clickers (legacy system) | |
| Clickers - kit includes 50 clickers and a receiver (for special events only). | |
Availability
See hours and contact information in the Support section below.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I borrow a laptop?
- What are the equipment loan conditions?
- All prices quoted are subject to change without prior notice.
- All borrowers must be able to show proof of affiliation with the University. (i.e. valid McGill ID card, payroll stub, hospital ID, etc.)
- Charges are levied for facilities and services cancelled with less than one working day's notice.
- The University does not carry insurance on equipment, so clients are responsible for borrowed equipment.
- Fines are imposed for late return of equipment.
- IT Services reserves the right to limit the quantity of equipment loaned, and to limit services and loan times for equipment and facilities.
Best practices & policies
- Since requests are processed as received, it is highly recommended that you make a reservation in advance.
- Replacement/repair costs may be charged if rentals are returned in poor operating condition. There is a replacement charge for items that have been lost or not returned.
Training & documentation
Instructions on the operation of equipment can be provided when the equipment is picked up.
Support
Downtown campus - Equipment Loans
680 Sherbrooke West, Room 284 (second floor, turn right before the elevators)
Telephone: 514-398-8833
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Reserve your equipment first.
Macdonald campus - Equipment Loans
Laird Hall, Room LH-199A
Hours: By appointment only Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (noon) and 2pm to 4pm.
You can also contact the IT Service Desk. Please specify which Audiovisual Equipment Loan location you are inquiring about.