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==== Databases and Software ==== | ==== Databases and Software ==== | ||
'''[[ | '''[[FamilySearch Center Portal]]''' This Center has access to the FamilySearch Center Portal page which gives free access in the Center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions. | ||
==== Hardware and Equipment ==== | ==== Hardware and Equipment ==== | ||
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* Printers, Scanners, and Copiers | * Printers, Scanners, and Copiers | ||
** Three high-speed photo scanners - click <u>[[Photo Scanners|HERE]]</u> to book | ** Three high-speed photo scanners - click <u>[[Photo Scanners|HERE]]</u> to book | ||
** Two digital slide scanners (Wolverine) - 35mm, 110, Super 8 | ** Two digital slide scanners (Wolverine) - 35mm, 110, Super 8 | ||
** High-speed document scanner - scan PDF to USB | ** High-speed document scanner - scan PDF to USB | ||
** Large-format scanner - up to 12" x 17" | ** Large-format scanner - up to 12" x 17" | ||
** Two carousel slide scanners - [https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bymxq0wjlU_MWDZVS2RlYnZ4elE/view?usp=sharing Pre-scanning recommendations] ''' | ** Two carousel slide scanners - [https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bymxq0wjlU_MWDZVS2RlYnZ4elE/view?usp=sharing '''Pre-scanning recommendations'''] '''[https://go.oncehub.com/LaytonSlideScanner Click to Book]''' | ||
** VHS-to-DVD conversion (2 machines available) - schedule the [[Layton Utah FamilySearch Center/Family Room|Family Room]] | ** VHS-to-DVD conversion (2 machines available) - schedule the [[Layton Utah FamilySearch Center/Family Room|'''Family Room''']] or '''[https://go.oncehub.com/LaytonVHStoDVDConverter VHS2]''' | ||
** Other video-to-DVD formats available: | ** Other video-to-DVD formats available: MiniDV, 8mm, VHS-C | ||
** Audio cassette-to-digital conversion - bring a USB flash drive (8 GB minimum recommended) | ** Audio cassette-to-digital conversion - bring a USB flash drive (8 GB minimum recommended) | ||
** 8mm & Super8 film-to-digital (32GB SD card recommended - maximum) | ** 8mm & Super8 film-to-digital (32GB SD card recommended - maximum) | ||
** | ** 8mm film-to-digital digitizer - operates in real-time! '''[https://go.oncehub.com/Layton8mmReeltoReelFilmConverter Click to Book]''' | ||
** Phonograph turntable-to-digital! (SD card or USB flash drive needed) | ** Phonograph turntable-to-digital! (SD card or USB flash drive needed) | ||
** Scan to FamilySearch - photos, documents, etc. | ** Scan to FamilySearch - photos, documents, etc. | ||
** Printing and copies - (small fee will apply) | ** Printing and copies - (small fee will apply) | ||
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==== Free Subscription Websites ==== | ==== Free Subscription Websites ==== | ||
The Center provides free use of several family history research websites that normally require a subscription fee for access. Visit the Center to see a complete listing of the available sites. (See [[ | The Center provides free use of several family history research websites that normally require a subscription fee for access. Visit the Center to see a complete listing of the available sites. (See [[FamilySearch Center Portal|<u>FamilySearch Center Portal</u>]] section above) | ||
==== Collections ==== | ==== Collections ==== | ||
==== [https://www.familysearch.org/ | ==== [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog '''FamilySearch Catalog:'''] <p style="color:red"> This is a computer-only center and does not order or store microfilms.<p style="color:black"> ==== | ||
* '''Books and Other Printed Material | * '''Books and Other Printed Material <p style="color:red"> There are no printed materials or books available in this facility.<p style="color:black"> | ||
==== '''Family Room''' ==== | ==== '''Family Room''' ==== | ||
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==== '''Green Room Photo Studio''' ==== | ==== '''Green Room Photo Studio''' ==== | ||
* [https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/Layton_Utah_Family_Search_Center/Green_Room_Photo_Studio Green Room Photo Studio] | |||
==== Discovery Center ==== | ==== Discovery Center ==== | ||
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[[Category:Utah FamilySearch Centers]] | [[Category:Utah FamilySearch Centers]] | ||
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Resources
Databases and Software
FamilySearch Center Portal This Center has access to the FamilySearch Center Portal page which gives free access in the Center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions.
Hardware and Equipment
- 142 PCs for research and classroom instruction
- Printers, Scanners, and Copiers
- Three high-speed photo scanners - click HERE to book
- Two digital slide scanners (Wolverine) - 35mm, 110, Super 8
- High-speed document scanner - scan PDF to USB
- Large-format scanner - up to 12" x 17"
- Two carousel slide scanners - Pre-scanning recommendations Click to Book
- VHS-to-DVD conversion (2 machines available) - schedule the Family Room or VHS2
- Other video-to-DVD formats available: MiniDV, 8mm, VHS-C
- Audio cassette-to-digital conversion - bring a USB flash drive (8 GB minimum recommended)
- 8mm & Super8 film-to-digital (32GB SD card recommended - maximum)
- 8mm film-to-digital digitizer - operates in real-time! Click to Book
- Phonograph turntable-to-digital! (SD card or USB flash drive needed)
- Scan to FamilySearch - photos, documents, etc.
- Printing and copies - (small fee will apply)
- Black & White - * 8 1/2 x 11 - $ .05 per page * 11 x 17 - $ .10 per page
- Color - * 8 1/2 x 11 - $ .30 per page * 11 x 17 - $1.00 per page
The Layton FamilySearch Center provides many other resources for genealogical research.
Computers and Internet Access
The Center has 66 desktop computers in the main research area. All Center computers have wired internet access. Personal laptops and tablets can also be connected to the internet via high-speed wifi. Many helpful research resources are available from the desktop of the Center computers and include free use of many subscription websites, use of popular data management programs, and direct internet links to other resources.
Free Subscription Websites
The Center provides free use of several family history research websites that normally require a subscription fee for access. Visit the Center to see a complete listing of the available sites. (See FamilySearch Center Portal section above)
Collections
FamilySearch Catalog: This is a computer-only center and does not order or store microfilms.
- Books and Other Printed Material
There are no printed materials or books available in this facility.
Family Room
Green Room Photo Studio
Discovery Center
Recording Studios (A and B)
Class Instruction
See our calendar to learn about classes offered at the center. Click here to register for a class.
Personal Assistance
The Center has missionary and volunteer workers available to assist patrons. They can provide personal help with many aspects of genealogical research and record keeping.