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# Cage Reservations & Policies

Reserve your gear, follow the guidelines, and get shooting! These policies help the Cage run smoothly for everyone

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<summary><strong>Equipment Reservations</strong></summary>

* All gear reservations must be made **online via Patron Portal** using a class number or project number as necessary (see "[Greenlight](/starting-a-new-project.md#greenlighting-process)" process).
* Contact the Loop Equipment Center **by email or phone for issues with your reservation**.

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<summary><strong>Equipment Cancellations</strong></summary>

* &#x20;Cancel at least **one business day before your scheduled pickup**.
* Cancellations can be done via **Patron Portal, email, or phone**.

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<summary><strong>Pickup &#x26; Returns</strong></summary>

* Pickup and return times are **strictly enforced**.
* Early pickups or returns are **not guaranteed** and depend on staff availability.

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<summary><strong>Equipment Care &#x26; Responsibility</strong></summary>

* All equipment must be **checked for damage before leaving the Loop Equipment Center**.
* Returning damaged or broken gear may result in **account holds or other disciplinary actions**.

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<summary><strong>Violations</strong></summary>

* Repeated violations of any rules including **late returns, unclaimed reservations, or damaged equipment** may result in disciplinary actions.
* These policies are in place to ensure **fair access and safe use of resources**.

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<summary><strong>Laptop Loaner Program</strong></summary>

To help students who need a computer to effectively participate in academic activities, CDM offers a [Laptop Loaner Program](https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Student-Resources/Pages/Tech-Loans.aspx).&#x20;

The program is intended for students who have no access to computer technology and have limited financial resources.&#x20;

The computers available for loan include 15-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro laptops, Windows laptops, and WacomOne tablets.

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<summary><strong>Equipment Certification Requirement</strong></summary>

* **Sony FX6** – Requires current enrollment or completion of *Production 1*.
* **Gimbals (Ronin-S, Osmo)** and **Advanced Sound Mixers (SoundDevices 633, 664, 833 and MixPre 6** – Require a brief certification (\~15 minutes).

Certification can be scheduled with our staff and ensures proper understanding and safe operation of the equipment.

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