New and Recommended

Recent additions and highlights from all the lending offices

Sound Devices MixPre 6 Audio Recorder / USB Interface / Mixer at Väre Takeout

Mixers & Recorders The groundbreaking MixPre-6 is a lightweight, high-resolution audio recorder with integrated USB audio streaming that offers world-class sou...

multitrack
Sound recorder
Sound Devices
Audio
Audio Interfaces
digital mixer
Mixers & Recorders
The groundbreaking MixPre-6 is a lightweight, high-resolution audio recorder with integrated USB audio streaming that offers world-class sound quality combined with extreme durability – perfect for musicians, sound designers, podcasters, videographers, YouTubers and field recordists.
Serial number: QC0718288030
ID number: 606567
Reserve for selected timeframe
Not available for this timeframe

Godox AD600 pro salamasetti / Two light flash set at Väre Takeout

Flash Lighting WITSTRO All-in-One Outdoor Flash Offers studio quality light for outdoor and live shooting. Led modeling lamp. Wireless control. Set in...

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Godox
Lights
flash
Salamavalo
Salamavalosetti
salama
Flash Lighting
salamasetti
Salamavalo
lighting
WITSTRO All-in-One Outdoor Flash
Offers studio quality light for outdoor and live shooting.
Led modeling lamp.
Wireless control.
Set includes 2 lights, 3 batteries, battery charger, instruction manual, wireless transmitter, 2 stands and 2 white umbrellas.
Serial number: QC0718288030
ID number: 608321
Reserve for selected timeframe
Not available for this timeframe

Canon R6 - Mirrorless kit 2 at Väre Takeout

Requires permit: Professional Photography
Permit information
Items under this permit are mainly for students of photography and film. To reserve this item you'll need Professional photography permit. We lend items under this permit only for course and research needs. If you're not a Photography/ Film student and you would like to reserve the item temporarily, please contact us by email. Most items in this category also have shorter default loan times than regular items. Recommendation and/or approval from faculty may be needed for projects needing longer loan periods. Please contact office staff for more info.

Digital Still Cameras This kit includes: - a Manfrotto Backpack (fits +4-5 lenses) - Canon R6 -Mirrorless camera body - RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM -lens - Mount...

Digital Still Cameras
Canon
Mirrorless
Canon Mirrorless
R6
Canon R6
Mirrorless kit
This kit includes:
- a Manfrotto Backpack (fits +4-5 lenses)
- Canon R6 -Mirrorless camera body
- RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM -lens
- Mount adapter EF-EOS R (mount EF-lenses on R-body)
- Kingston Canvas React Plus V90 - UHS-II, 128GB, 300MB/s
- LC-E6E charger + 2x LP-E6NH batteries

Please book the card reader and tripod separately if needed.

Notice that this kit must contain these items, when you're returning it to Väre Takeout. Please report all camera fails, damages and missing items to the Takeout staff. Notice that the lendee is responsible for replacing the missing items.
Serial number: 273021000538 (runko) 2024000915 (linssi) 2012003267 (adapteri)
ID number: 614651

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Rode NT-USB Mini at Väre Takeout

Microphones Compact (palm-size) USB-mic with non-adjustable flat magnetic mic stand. Nice quality mic for hybrid lecturing, podcasts, streaming etc. ...

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Microphones
Rode
Compact (palm-size) USB-mic with non-adjustable flat magnetic mic stand. Nice quality mic for hybrid lecturing, podcasts, streaming etc.

Built-in pop filter to reduce extra noises. Suits for one person speaking 10-30cm away from mic. Mic has USB-C and headphone connectors. Volume adjustment for headphones. No drivers needed, plug-n-play.

Comes with USB-C to USB-A cable and an extra screw, if the mic needs to be attached on regular microphone stand.

Please notice to book the headphones separately if needed.
Serial number: fs0195667
ID number: 614663
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Not available for this timeframe

Rode NT5 Condenser microphones at Väre Takeout

Microphones The NT5 is RØDE's premier small-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone, sometimes referred to as a 'pencil mic'. Intended for recording...

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Microphones
Rode
indoor dialogue microphone
Audio
Condenser Microphone
Microphones and accessories
Mikrofoni
Audio & Video
small diaphragm condenser
mikki
cardioid
condenser
The NT5 is RØDE's premier small-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone, sometimes referred to as a 'pencil mic'.

Intended for recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, cymbals and live performances, the compact externally polarized mic employs a 1/2" capsule, an active J-FET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer.

Its tight cardioid pickup pattern also makes it ideal for use as an indoor dialogue microphone for filmmaking on a mic stand or boom.

This kit includes:
- 2x NT5-microphones in soft pouch
- 2x microphone holders
- 2x wind shields
- 2x XLR-Blue rings

All items come in hard case.
Serial number: AR0312219 & AR0312220
ID number: 614824
Reserve for selected timeframe
Not available for this timeframe

ColorVision Datacolor SpyderX Photo Kit at Väre Takeout

Input Devices The case includes Spyder Cube, Spyder Checkr 24, and Spyder X Elite device. Ask for the license code when lending the kit. Spyder Cube: T...

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Input Devices
ColorVision
monitor calibration
screen calibration
color calibration
The case includes Spyder Cube, Spyder Checkr 24, and Spyder X Elite device. Ask for the license code when lending the kit.

Spyder Cube: To set white balance and RAW conversion. Unlike a gray card, Spyder Cube lets you set absolute white and black values along with defining your neutral gray.

Spyder Checkr 24: For next-level color precision with an HSL-Preset, you can load and apply to your entire image series via Lightroom, Camera Raw, or Phocus.

Spyder X Elite: Fast, accurate, and easy-to-use monitor calibration tool created by Datacolor.
Serial number: AR0312219 & AR0312220
ID number: 615645
Reserve for selected timeframe
Not available for this timeframe

Zhiyun Crane 2 Gimbal at Väre Takeout

Camera Accessories 3-axis camera stabilizer with tripod mount and remote control support, max payload 3,2kg. Dual handle and extra batteries included.

Camera accessories
Zhiyun
three axis
follow focus
quick mount
3-axis camera stabilizer with tripod mount and remote control support, max payload 3,2kg.
Dual handle and extra batteries included.
Serial number: 6B0029-YH2098
ID number: 606040
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Not available for this timeframe

Oculus Quest 128 VR Headset at Väre Takeout

VR/MR/AR/XR 128GB VR headset Connects into a phone

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Oculus
Virtual Reality
VR/MR/AR/XR
128GB
VR headset
Connects into a phone
Serial number: 6B0029-YH2098
ID number: 608260
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Not available for this timeframe

Rode NT-USB USB Microphone at Väre Takeout

Microphones Studio quality USB microphone with stand and pop shield. Compatible also with Ipad

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Rode
Microphones
Microphone
Audio & Video
mic
Mikrofoni
usb mikrofoni
usb
mikki
cardioid
Studio quality USB microphone with stand and pop shield.
Compatible also with Ipad
Serial number: 6B0029-YH2098
ID number: 608266
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Not available for this timeframe

Samsung Flip2 55" set #14 at Väre Takeout

TVs digital flipchart

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Transportable screens
Samsung
Magics
TVs
Digital flipchart that you can flip vertical to horizontal and draw on, ask for pen from Väre Takeout. Notice that this screen cannot be taken outside Väre or be detached from the stand.
Serial number: 08GWHNIR100874
ID number: 613039

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Canon R5 - Mirrorless kit 2 at Väre Takeout

Requires permit: Professional Photography
Permit information
Items under this permit are mainly for students of photography and film. To reserve this item you'll need Professional photography permit. We lend items under this permit only for course and research needs. If you're not a Photography/ Film student and you would like to reserve the item temporarily, please contact us by email. Most items in this category also have shorter default loan times than regular items. Recommendation and/or approval from faculty may be needed for projects needing longer loan periods. Please contact office staff for more info.

Digital Still Cameras This kit includes: - a Manfrotto Backpack (fits +4-5 lenses) - Canon R5 -Mirrorless camera body - RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM -lens - Mou...

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Digital Still Cameras
Canon
Mirrorless
Canon Mirrorless
Mirrorless kit
r5
canon r5
This kit includes:

- a Manfrotto Backpack (fits +4-5 lenses)
- Canon R5 -Mirrorless camera body
- RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM -lens
- Mount adapter EF-EOS R (mount EF-lenses on R-body)
- LC-E6E charger + 2x LP-E6NH batteries

- Kingston Canvas React Plus V90 - UHS-II, 128GB, 300MB/s
- SanDisk Extreme Pro CFexpress Type B-card - 128GB, 1700MB/s
- Delkin CFexpress type B & SD UHS-II Reader (USB 3.2)
- 2x USB-C to USB-C cables
- 1x USB-A to USB-C cable

Please book the tripod separately if needed.

Notice that this kit must contain these items, when you're returning it to Väre Takeout. Please report all camera fails, damages and missing items to the Takeout staff. Notice that the lendee is responsible for replacing the missing items.
Serial number: 243026000159 (runko) 2024000903 (linssi) 2012003263 (adapteri) 220502195 (kortinlukija)
ID number: 614736

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Rode M5 Condenser microphones at Väre Takeout

Microphones The M5 is a high-quality matched pair of small-diaphragm condenser microphones designed for performance in a wide range of recording applica...

Microphones
Rode
The M5 is a high-quality matched pair of small-diaphragm condenser microphones designed for performance in a wide range of recording applications in the studio or on stage.

Featuring a 1/2-inch gold-sputtered cardioid condenser capsule with very low noise and a full frequency response, the M5 can be used for range of acoustic instruments, choirs, or anywhere you would employ a small-diaphragm ('pencil') condenser microphone, either individually or in a stereo array.

Its tight cardioid pickup pattern also makes it ideal for use as an indoor dialogue microphone for filmmaking on a mic stand or boom.

This kit includes:
- 2x M5-microphones
- 2x microphone holders
- 2x wind shields
- 2x XLR-Blue rings

All items come in hard case. Please attach the items onto small panel with elastic straps after use.
Serial number: CH0214942 & CH0214943
ID number: 614827
Reserve for selected timeframe
Not available for this timeframe

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 4K + Olympus 12-40mm f/2.8 BMPCC kit 1 at Aalto Studios Takeout

Requires permit: Advanced photo/video booking permit
Permit information
If you want to book equipment under this permit, contact studios-takeout@aalto.fi

Digital Video Cameras Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K captures high-quality raw video for a versatile workflow on set and in post-production. It is opti...

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Pocket Camera
Blackmagic
Digital Video
Digital Video Cameras
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K captures high-quality raw video for a versatile workflow on set and in post-production. It is optimal for indies, film students and light professional productions.

Kit contains:
- Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4k body
- Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Lens (24-80mm equivalent)
- SmallRig BMPCC Cage and NATO handle with plenty of attachment options (several 1/4" threads, 3/8" threads, ARRI attachments and cold shoe mounts)
- SmallRig dovetail baseplate with 15mm rod slots
- Samsung T5 1TB SSD Drive
- 128GB CFast card (optional)
- CFast reader
- 3(?) LP-E6 batteries and a 2-slot LP-E6 charger
- Mini-XLR to XLR audio cable

Also available:
- Metabones Speed Booster MFT to EF mount adapter (for Canon lenses)
- Blackmagic DC power cable pack (e.g. DTAP battery power for BMPCC)

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Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K features:
- Micro Four Thirds sensor & lens mount
- 5" touchscreen
- dual native ISO
- 13 stops of dynamic range
- Blackmagic Raw and ProRes video codecs
- Resolutions:
* 4096 x 2160 (DCI 4K)
* 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
* 1920 x 1080 (FullHD)
- up to 60fps recording at 4K
- 120fps recording at FullHD resolution
- store video on CFast or SD cards (SDXC) or save it directly to an SSD drive using USB Type-C output
- mini-XLR input with phantom power as well as 3.5mm miniplug for audio
- 3.5mm miniplug can also be used as Timecode Input
- uses Canon LP-E6 batteries


Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 lens features:
- 24-80mm equivalent focal length
- 12-40mm focal length on Micro Four Thirds 2x crop
- maximum aperture: f/2.8 (on whole zoom range)
- minimum aperture: f/22
- Micro Four Thirds lens mount compatible with e.g. Olympus, Panasonic, Blackmagic cameras
- switchable between manual focus and focus-by-wire by pulling one of the lens rings
- smooth, quiet autofocus (MSC)
- seven-blade diaphragm for rounded bokeh


Serial number: QC0718288030
ID number: 607995
Reserve for selected timeframe
Not available for this timeframe

This is a kit of items; the pieces can not be reserved individually.

Insta360 Pro 2 Kit #13 at Aalto Studios Takeout

Requires permit: Aalto Studios Professional 360° Camera Permit
Permit information
This permit is needed to book the professional 360° cameras. Contact studios-takeout@aalto.fi with information about your project.

360

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Insta360
Cameras
Digital Still
Digital Video
VR
Magics
Digital Still Cameras
Digital Video Cameras
360

Serial number: IP2E19CNPJDCXT
ID number: 612987

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Podcast Recording Kit at Aalto Studios Takeout

Mixers & Recorders 2 x Shure SM7B Microphone 2 x 2m XLR cable 1 x Zoom PodTrak P4 Portable Recorder 1 x USB charger & 1m cable (Microphone stands and hea...

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Mixers & Recorders
2 x Shure SM7B Microphone
2 x 2m XLR cable
1 x Zoom PodTrak P4 Portable Recorder
1 x USB charger & 1m cable

(Microphone stands and headphones are borrowed separately)
Serial number: H2225579
ID number: 613925
Reserve for selected timeframe
Not available for this timeframe

This is a kit of items; the pieces can not be reserved individually.

Sony A6400 + 18-105mm f/4 kit 1 at Aalto Studios Takeout

Digital Still Cameras Mirrorless digital SLR camera with a wide-to-tele zoom lens. This combination is well-suited for both still photo and video work. -- Son...

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Digitaalikamera
järjestelmäkamera
body
runko
Digitaalikamera
Digitaalinen järjestelmäkamera
digital camera
digital SLR camera
Digitaalivideokamera
Videokamera
Full HD 1080
Full HD
4K
4k video
Lenses
objektiivi
lens
Sony E mount
Sony bayonet
Sony products
18-105mm
wide angle
Sony
Digital Still
Cameras
Digital Still Cameras
Mirrorless digital SLR camera with a wide-to-tele zoom lens. This combination is well-suited for both still photo and video work.

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Sony A6400 camera body:
- 4k UHD (3840x2160) video recording (no 30min limit)
- 120fps video recording in Full HD (1920x1080)
- S-Log color space for grading flexibility
- Excellent autofocus (Sony Real-time Eye AF, 425 AF points)
- APS-C sensor size, 24.2 megapixels, CMOS
- Still photo continuous shooting at up to 11fps.
- 180 degrees tiltable screen (for vlog/selfie etc)
- High-quality digital viewfinder

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Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 lens:
- Motorized PowerZoom makes it easy to do smooth, slow zooms that are difficult to do manually
- Quiet operation ensures no distracting noise on videos
- Focal length range: 18-105mm
- Aperture: f/4 - f/22
- Sony E mount
- Optical image stabilization

Serial number: 6B0029-YH2098
ID number: 607716
Reserve for selected timeframe
Not available for this timeframe

This is a kit of items; the pieces can not be reserved individually.

Zylia ZYLIA 6 DoF VR/AR set at Aalto Acoustics Lab

Microphones You can borrow 9 microphones, children to this item (612992). Please note that the necessary cables and amplifiers are in two boxes (like th...

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Zylia
Microphones
Magics
3D VR Mic
You can borrow 9 microphones, children to this item (612992). Please note that the necessary cables and amplifiers are in two boxes (like the one in image) with the microphones:

HARDWARE
• 9 pc customized ZYLIA ZM 1S microphone arrays with synchronization input
• ZYLIA ZM 1 S tripod stands
• Microphone stand adapters
• Microphone USB cables
• 9 USB extenders (10 meters)
• USB hub
• Behringer HA400 act as a splitter for synchronization signal
• Jack cables and splitters
• DAC SMSL M 3 used for audio monitoring
• Setup guide
• 2 Solid cases
* 9 pc wind protectors for microphones

SOFTWARE
• ZYLIA ZM 1 S macOS/Linux Driver
• ZYLIA 6 DoF Recording Toolkit
• ZYLIA 6 DoF HOA Renderer for MaxMSP
• ZYLIA 6 DoF HOA Renderer for Wwise
• ZYLIA PRO software package

Serial number: 6DF3E09000001
ID number: 612992
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Not available for this timeframe

This is a kit of items; the pieces can not be reserved individually.

Akulab Static Airflow Resistivity Meter at Aalto Acoustics Lab

Requires permit: Acoustics Lab's Staff
Permit information
Access to all common equipment and spaces in the Acoustic Lab

Equipment Custom built static airflow resistivity meter. Used usually for porous material characterization purposes with the impedance tube measuremen...

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resistivity
meter
equipment
Akulab
Custom built static airflow resistivity meter. Used usually for porous material characterization purposes with the impedance tube measurements.
Serial number: AR0312219 & AR0312220
ID number: 615764
Timeframe reservations not yet available for spaces

Artec Leo at Aalto Fablab

Requires permit: Artec Leo 3D scanner
Permit information
In order to acquire the permit, you must join an introduction session related to the machine. Follow the link to book your session https://ej.uz/aaltofablabintroductions

Digital fabrication handheld 3D scanner

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Artec
Magics
scanner
Digital Fabrication

Serial number: LE.40.57401031
ID number: 613036
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Not available for this timeframe

Riegl VZ-400i 3D lidar scanner at Aalto Fablab

Requires permit: Riegl VZ-400i 3D scanner
Permit information
These items are loaned mainly for research, courses and bigger student projects, etc. This permit is to be granted if - Riegl VZ-400i 3D scanner introduction has been done. - Introduction can be requested via email to fablab@aalto.fi

Digital fabrication Main Features High laser pulse repetition rate of up to 1.2 MHz High speed data acquisition up to 500,000 measurements/sec Eye safe opera...

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Riegl
Magics
Digital Fabrication
Main Features
High laser pulse repetition rate of up to 1.2 MHz
High speed data acquisition up to 500,000 measurements/sec
Eye safe operation at Laser Class 1
Wide field of view, 100°x360°
Range up to 800 m, accuracy 5 mm
High accuracy, high precision ranging based on echo digitization, online waveform processing, and multiple-time-around processing
Innovative processing architecture for data acquisition and simultaneous geo-referencing in real-time
automatic on-board registration
simultaneous image and scan data aquisition
User-developed apps via python software
Cloud connectivity via Wi-Fi and 3G/4G LTE
fully compatible with the RIEGL VMZ Hybrid Mobile Laser Mapping System
Multiple target capability
Optional waveform data output
Orientation sensor for pose estimation
Integrated GNSS receiver

Main Applications
As-Built Surveying
Architecture & Facade Measurements
Archaeology & Cultural Heritage
Building Infrastructure Management (BIM)
Forensics & Crash Scene Investigation
City Modeling
Tunnel Surveying
Civil Engineering
Forestry
Research
Monitoring
Serial number: H2225579
ID number: 613131
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Not available for this timeframe
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What's Aalto Takeout?

Many Aalto University departments and units make equipment available for Aalto University people, ranging from audiovisual production gear to scientific measuring devices. Aalto Takeout helps you find these service providers and reserve their equipment for your projects.

Who can use it?

Anyone with an Aalto University user account can sign in and use the service. Equipment specific restrictions may apply.

Where is it?

Many places, so keep an eye on where your reservations need to picked up and returned to. For more details on each location, see the list of locations.

How does it work?

Browse the item categories, or use the search to find items of interest. Use the item specific calendar to choose dates for your reservation.

How to reserve items?

Expand the items to reveal their calendar and more detailed information.

The lending offices are typically open for business in both the morning and afternoon. You can reserve your pickup and return based on these half day time slots. Check the info for each office for more detailed policies.

AM PM

Click to select a start time, then click to select an end time. Be sure to include time for pickup and return.

AM PM

The time is available for permit holders, but you're currently not one. Information on how to obtain a permit can be found in the item card.

AM PM

Items already reserved by you, found in your projects.

AM PM

For single items and spaces, a reservations already exists, but you can join the queue. In groups of items, some of the items may be available separately.

AM PM

Unavailable item, typically reserved by someone else.

AM PM

Office doesn't accept pickups and returns on this day. Your reservation can span this time, just make sure to book a return time after this period. If the future appears all grey, it indicates a time limit for this item- it can not be reserved that far in advance.

Timeframes

Setting a start date keeps you there when browsing resources. Adding an optional end date lets you quickly book items with a single click.

Terms of Service

Find the rules and requirements for using the service in our Terms of Service

Questions and Feedback

For questions on equipment and spaces, contact the equipment office in question directly. You'll find their contact information in your "Reservations" or by choosing a location from the "Location" list in the navigation.

For feedback on the web service Aalto Takeout, you can mail webstudio@aalto.fi or drop us a note on Facebook Messenger.

Accessibility Statement

We want everyone who visits the Aalto Takeout website to feel welcome and find the experience rewarding, going above and beyond the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018.

What are we doing?

To help us make the site a positive place for everyone, we’ve been using the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities, and user friendly for everyone.

The guidelines have three levels of accessibility (A, AA and AAA). We’ve chosen Level A as the target for the Aalto Takeout website. This may sound unambitious, but the site is rather vintage and we aim to improve things through a new release in the future.

On a larger picture level, the service Aalto Takeout is accessible in formats outside the web site. The service offices can be reached for customer service via email, phone and by visiting them directly. This helps alleviate any shortcomings in the web based part of the service.

Development roadmap


1.0a1 February 2016

  • Internal development release

1.0b1 June 2016

  • Initial public beta release

1.0 May 2017

  • Removed shopping bag and cover reservations in favor of direct, real-time reservations
  • Improved overview on upcoming, current and past reservations (formerly History)
  • Dramatically improved scrolling and loading of calendars, particularly on mobile devices
  • Multiple reservations on a time line
  • Hour based reservations as an option (for Aalto Studios space reservations)
  • Box selections in hour based calendars (Click Mon 10:00 to Fri 17:00 to select logical range)
  • Option for item to allow overlapping new reservations for queuing
  • Direct links to individual items
  • Direct, barebones views to individual items for iframe based embedding on other web sites
  • Administration view additions for managing spaces
  • Bug fixes
  • Legibility improvements
  • General speed optimizations

1.1 Feb 2018

  • Space reservations
  • Speed and interface optimizations
  • Text based item filtering on list pages
  • Different availibility time windows based on organisational roles, for example more advance time for course planning
  • Managing ‘drivers license’ - based usage rights for resources that require a permit
  • Email reminders on return days
  • Better support for kits and groups of items
  • Generic Aalto level usage policy update
  • Groundwork for moving to a project based reservation grouping in the next update
  • 1.1.1 Feb 2018 Bug fixes

1.2 Sep 2018

  • Major streamlining of the reservation information process by allowing collecting and editing items in project baskets.
  • Timeframe, letting you set a default date for browsing from, and an optional end date for quickly booking items with one click
  • Better management of similar items and large groups
  • UI changes

Coming up next

  • Bug fix release 1.2.1 scheduled for Oct 4th 2018
  • Per location policies
  • Realtime updates in the UI as other people’s reservations appear and disappear
  • Better quality keyword data and user contributed keywords
  • User reviews and feedback on item condition
  • Moderation based reservations, as in reservation requests
  • Additional resource reservation options for spaces, such as equipment or personnel as required
  • Email notification on released reservations

Made in Aalto University

Aalto Takeout has been built from the ground up for the best fit by the Web Studio at Aalto Studios, based on the success of the Media Factory Equipment service (2011 - 2016) at Arabia.

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Terms of Service

Please review the latest terms of use for Aalto Takeout. (Open in new window…)

Aalto Takeout is a service provided by Aalto Studios for finding and reserving resources available at Aalto University.

Many individual departments and units of the university make their resources available at their service points/lending offices on campus. This document provides the terms of service for using these resources.

1. General Terms

1.1. Resources available through Aalto Takeout (Takeout) can be used first and foremost for research and study related work by the person borrowing the equipment (lendee).

1.2. The resources can also be used for non-commercial projects outside the curriculum, but research and study related reservations take priority. The lending office staff reserve the right to evaluate projects for compliance with these terms.

1.3. Commercial use is by default prohibited. A project is considered commercial if it receives any funding from a commercial entity that is set to gain from the project financially, either directly or indirectly. Please note, that these restrictions apply even when the lendee works for free; non-paid work does not automatically mean non-commercial.

1.4. Using the resources for commercial projects without prior arrangement may result in the lendee losing their usage rights for Takeout

1.5. By using the resources for commercial projects without prior arrangement, the lendee becomes liable to pay market value rent for the resources, even retrospectively.

1.6. For any commercial use as part of research or study projects, the terms have to be negotiated with the lending office staff prior to reserving the items. Commercial use outside research and study related projects is strictly prohibited.

1.7. The name of the lendee and their project title may appear to other signed-in users in association to the resource they have reserved.

2. Reservation Time Windows

Resources in Aalto Takeout may have differing availability for different groups of users. These rules are governed by, for example, the user’s role at Aalto University, the nature of the project and usage quotas for certain resources. The staff lending the resources may also limit availability as required by other factors. These guidelines provide a general outline of typically available reservation time windows.

2.1. Aalto University Staff

2.1.1. No spesific time restrictions on how much earlier a resource can be booked.

2.1.2. Short notice limitations may apply, a reservation may need to be made a certain time in advance.

2.2. Aalto University Students

2.2.1. for research and study related work the reservation period opens 4 months before the first available time.

2.2.2. for non-commercial projects outside the curriculum the reservations can be made 1 month in advance.

2.2.3. short notice limitations may apply, a reservation may need to be made a certain time in advance.

3. Reservation Restrictions

Resources in Aalto Takeout may have differing restrictions for different groups of users. Some resources may require a usage permit to verify a needed skill level or may require additional information on the intended use. Lending office staff reserve the right to not release equipment, if these criteria are not met.

3.1. The maximum length of a reservation is item specific.

3.2. The maximum reservation length can be exceeded if this is warranted, however, such requests are always reviewed and decided by lending office staff.

3.3. In some cases, a detailed statement of the intended use may be required, complete with a precise schedule and list of locations where the resources are used.

4. Pick-up and Returns

Aalto Takeout is used by many different equipment and space lending offices, at different locations on campus. Their business hours and logistics differ from each other, but general guidelines apply to all.

4.1. Pickups

4.1.1. The pick-up and return of reserved items takes place at the service point defined in the reservation. We do not have a system for delivering items from one office to another.

4.1.2. In some locations, pickups are done using automated lockers using a PIN code. Access to the lockers may be limited by access to the building they are in.

4.1.3. Be prepared to provide proof of identity.

4.1.4. For personal consultation and help with the equipment, visit the service point during the hours specified in Aalto Takeout.

4.1.5. The service point can help you with your first time using Aalto Takeout, and can add last minute items to your reservation, if available.

4.2. Returns

4.2.1 Returns must be on time. Contact the service point immediately, if it looks like you might miss the return time; someone may be waiting to lend the item next.

4.2.2. Items are returned to the same office they were picked up from, unless otherwise agreed.

4.2.3. Make sure everything you picked up gets returned. Cables, chargers, baseplates and other small accessories have a tendency to get lost.

4.2.4. If an item breaks, malfunctions or is lost, contact the service point staff as soon as possible.

4.2.5. If the item you lent breaks or something is wrong in it or if it disappears, let the TakeOut staff know it as soon as possible; someone may have reserved the item after you.

4.3. Service Point Spesific Pick-up and Return Details

4.3.1. Aalto Studios at Otakaari 7
The self service lockers and the lending office are located on the lobby (2nd) floor, to the left from the Otakaari 7. main entrance. Please note this door requires an access card after 16.00. During office hours items can be returned to the office staff or to the lockers. If returning to a locker, just pick one that is open, put in the items and close the door properly. No further action is required on your part.

4.3.2. Harald Herlin Learning Centre
The main entrance information desk handles pick-ups and returns.

4.3.3. ARTS Infra Väre
The lending office is located next to Kipsari on the ground floor.

5. Penalties

Failing to meet the terms and conditions of using Aalto Takeout resources will result in penalties.

5.1. In most cases the penalty is given in the form of temporal suspension of reservation rights.

5.2. The severity and necessity of penalty is assessed case by case by the lending office in question.

5.3. Penalties may be given for late returns, inappropriate handling of the equipment that is evident, or other unprofessional behaviour.

5.4. A penalty can be mitigated or increased by the lending office staff, if justified by appropriate evidence.

5.5. Monetary penalties/rent can also be imposed if the case calls for it, for e.g., commercial use of the equipment or evidently deliberate vandalism.

6. Insurance

6.1. Generally, the equipment is not specifically insured.

6.2. The Aalto University department of the lendee is liable for repair/replacement costs up to 5000€. * Units?

6.3. The Aalto University department of the lendee may hold the lendee liable for any part of this 5000€, as deemed necessary.

6.4. Costs exceeding 5000€ up to 50000€ are covered by shared Aalto University funds.

6.5. Costs exceeding 50000€ are covered by general Aalto University insurance.

6.6. In cases of normal wear & tear, malfunctions or honest accidents, the department will cover the costs. * lendee department?

7. Travel

7.1. Most equipment can be used for projects abroad.

7.2. The lendee is always responsible for the safety of the equipment during travel.

7.3. It is recommended that students take their own travel insurance for the equipment. * only students?

7.4. Travel insurance by the lendee is required when the target location is one of high risk (e.g. Africa). * All of Africa?

7.5. When equipment value exceeds 5000€, travel insurance is always required.

7.6. The lendee is responsible of any required legal paperwork regarding the equipment (e.g. ATA Carnet).

7.7. Any customs and insurance related information, such as the value and serial numbers of equipment can be requested from the lending office staff.

8. Miscalleneous

8.1. Remember to make great use of fantastic Aalto Takeout resources in order to excel in your studies and research.

8.2. Tell your colleagues and friends about Aalto Takeout!

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