Flip+Cameras

Through PDC funding, the district has acquired approximately 50 to 60 Flip digital cameras. The specific model is the "Flip Ultra, Second Generation". Thirty of these cameras are available for loan from the PDC (contact Carolyn Tinsley or Martha Erbland for details). Approximately two dozen additional cameras have been provided to "Tech Mentors" in each building (the "Tech Mentor" program was framed by Erin Ells while still with the PDC, and while the participants have been appointed, the program isn't fully implemented at present).

Despite the fact that the Flip Cameras come with version 4.x of the "FlipShare" software preloaded, we are making an effort to standardize on Version 4.5. The software is also available locally at the following location: S:\Departments\Instructional Technology\Flip Cam software Tech Services is investigating other installation options (insert updates here as they become available).

1. Open the FlipShare application 2. From the Edit menu, choose Preferences... 3. Select the "Library" tab and click the "Change Directory" button 4. Using the following as a guide, locate and highlight the "FlipShare" directory: - My Computer --- Local Disk (C:) --- Program Files Flip Video - FlipShare ** PLEASE NOTE that FlipShare 5.0 has been released, and users of 4.5 will be nagged to install/upgrade to it. In an effort towards consistency, we wish to have users continue to use only version 4.5. Version 5.0 takes away a very helpful and important feature -- the ability to export videos in WMV format. On;y when a video is in WMV format can it be brought into (the free) Windows MovieMaker for editing. //**
 * It is important to note that when FlipShare is installed, it will AUTOMATICALLY (without prompting) place the library directory on the H drive of the installing person. Clearly, this must be corrected in order for the software to function properly for the intended user(s). Do the following to relocate the "Library" directory to the c:\ drive:
 * 5. Shut down and restart the FlipShare application**


 * Please be advised that neither teachers nor students have privileges to install camera or the FlipShare software. Only those with administrative privileges can accomplish these installs. (In other words, simply lending a camera to a teacher or student, without installing the hardware software for them, will not enable them to transfer,edit, or publish their video(s).

Overview of the Flip Ultra - Second Generation** **//Click here for an interactive tour//** ||
 * Easy-to-use, pocket-sized camcorder featuring one-touch recording and digital zoom
 * Simple user interface lets you start capturing video just seconds after powering on
 * Captures 120 minutes of full-VGA-quality video on 4GB of built-in memory; no tapes or additional memory cards required
 * Convenient flip-out USB arm plugs directly into your PC or Mac to launch FlipShare software
 * [[image:http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/photo/flip/flip.ultra.main.tour.jpg]]
 * Pre-installed FlipShare software lets you easily email videos, edit individual clips, make custom movies, capture still photos from video, and even upload video to sharing sites like YouTube and MySpace
 * FlipShare’s advanced compression technology allows for quick and easy sharing of high-quality video in compact-sized files (via email or publishing online)
 * Large 2-inch anti-glare color LCD screen to play back and delete videos
 * Watch videos instantly on TV with included connector cable
 * Powered by standard AA batteries (included); also supported by rechargeable Flip Video Battery Pack (not included)
 * Video: Full VGA at 30 frames per second (fps) progressive scan; recorded as MP4 files

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