Willis Library: One Button Studios

student using a one button studio
An easy-to-use recording space for A/V projects, presentations, podcasting, practicing class presentations, etc.
Noise Level: Quiet

This area designated for individual, quiet study with no cell phones, group work, loud music on headphones, or conversation.

Reserving A Studio

Use the online scheduling tool to reserve a One Button Studio (Alto, Soprano, Tenor, Bass). You will need to login with your EUID and password.

  • Booths are available whenever Willis Library is open for 2 hours at a time.
  • Check out at the Spark with your UNT ID. A Spark employee will accompany you to the booth at check-out and check-in.
  • Bass studio must be reserved at least 48 hours in advance. Request will be approved after review if proper training has been completed by the requester.

Using A Studio

  • Instructions for the One Button technology are in each booth.
  • Training can be requested in advance.
  • Recordings must be saved to a personal device.
  • Technology must be left in the same or better condition.
  • Lock the door and notify the Spark desk when you are done, or the studio will remain checked out and fines could incur.
  • If the room you reserved as one and you plan to use the LightBoard and would like to use the markers, they are also available for checkout from the Spark Service Desk. Bass and Tenor have LightBoards at this time.

Accommodates

  • 1-2 Presenters
  • Bass can accommodate up to 4
  • Tenor and Bass are wheelchair accessible spaces.

Privacy/Noise

  • One button studios are located in public space, have windows, and there is no expectation of privacy, however studios are largely distraction-free.
  • Inside noise levels are significantly reduced from the outside environment, but please note that loud noises may still be heard.

Photos

One button device

One button control

Lightboard Demo

The following video was produced in 2022 by Spark staff. Some procedures and locations have changed since, but this may help guide you in using the lightboards. See Also: Vendor documentation and other resources

Regular Hours

Also on the Floor