Arrive at Depo ------------------- -Introduce yourself to receptionist -remind that you need time to setup Room Setup ----------------- -Arrange camera for direct clear picture of deponent not back lit neutral background or backdrop -Court reporter comfortable and able to look directly at participants (deponent and attorneys) -Witness and attorneys comfortable with room to spread out documents Equipment Setup ------------------- -AC power to all equipment -fast forward and rewind tapes signal path -mikes to mixer -mixer to VCR1 -audio/video from VCR1 to VCR2 -audio/video from VCR2 to monitor or TV -audio from VCR2 to and audio cassette -monitor audio out to headphones -check time and date in camera -check mikes through headphones -make test recordings -check test recording (leave on tape) -trouble shoot any problems and re-test -double check information on forms with reporter -have participants put on microphones remind them don't touch -preview exhibits (bones, X-rays) -unplug phone -close door