Did you know that you can create a custom URL for your patrons to access specific databases? Here’s an example. Let’s say you want a direct link into NoveList K-8 for your children’s Webpage. Start by finding out your Ebsco
Error Transferring WMA Titles to an iPod
In the past, I’ve had a problem using a Vista PC to load titles to my iPod Touch. Background: I typically sync the iPod Touch to a Macbook. In order to get WMA titles on the iPod, I need to
Library Thing Handout
For the Hillstown Co-op meeting I prepared a short handout to get started with Library Thing! LibraryThing Handout Library Thing Handout for NH Librarians
HeritageQuest Statistics
USAGE REPORT SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS (From HeritageQuest:) HeritageQuest Online (“HQO”) usage statistics automatically become available one day after your subscription start date. You can retrieve your branch’s report online at any time via a standard Web browser. No special setup is
NHDAB Training Handout
This is the handout for the librarian audiobooks workshop. This handout is for PC users. Looking to become an audiobook guru? Note: The Word version of the document lost some formatting upon upload. I’ll have to convert to a PDF
MP3 Audiobooks for Mac Users
This is the handout from the librarians’ audiobooks workshop for learning to download MP3 audiobooks on a Mac. This handout includes information on installing the OverDrive Media Console. As always, please report any errors in the comments or email me
Basic Audiobook Troubleshooting Tips
Install the free software: You must install the OverDrive Media Console software prior to downloading your first audiobook. This free software manages your audiobook downloads and allows the WMA audiobooks to be opened and enjoyed on your PC. Troubleshooting Tip:
OMC, PCs, WMA Audiobooks, and iPods!
This is a tutorial/presentation on downloading WMA audiobooks to a PC and transferring them to an iPod. This includes the installation of the OverDrive Media Console. Whew! What a title to this post! But how else to say it? Take
WorldCat Instructions
The free version of WorldCat can lead you to many of the same features as the subscription version.
WMA & MP3 & iPods, oh my!
When we started the audiobooks consortium three years ago, it was a little easier to understand which players and computers would work with the service. But with the addition of MP3 audiobooks and new iPod ( & Windows) compatibility, things