Here are the instructions for installing the OverDrive Media Console (OMC) for Macs, downloading an audiobook, and transferring the title to an iPod. Prior to downloading your first MP3 audiobook, you must install the OMC on your Mac. Click on
Audiobook Statistics
In order to obtain downloadable audiobook statistics for your library, you’ll need to access Content Reserve. This Website is password protected. If you do not know the username and password, please contact me at NHSL.
Audiobook Publicity Materials
The widget below contains the bookmarks, posters, cards, etc. that OverDrive designed for the Consortium. The files are huge and will take several minutes to download.
Purchasing Audiobook Publicity Cards
Did you know that it was possible to purchase those great publicity cards you patrons like so much? You can purchase 5000 cards for $75.00. Please note that this price does not include shipping charges. Looking for more information? Post
Audiobook Graphics
Looking for the cute audiobook graphics that you can add to your Webpage? Download them from the “Box” widget below. Add the graphics, or Web buttons, as they are often called, to your Webpage or blog as an image, and
Audiobook Check In Times
I’m often asked, “When are OverDrive titles checked back in?” According to the Tech Support Team, titles expire around the same time that they were checked out, usually within 15 minutes.
Audiobooks: Troubleshooting Tips
Here are some basic, first steps to take when your patron runs into a snag when downloading an audiobook: Ask some questions. Even if you know you cannot solve the tech problem yourself, tech support (or even I) will need
Corrupt Audiobook Files
This post is part of an ongoing (but sporadic) effort to keep a record of possible troubleshooting problems and solutions. Problem: Certain parts of a book are not downloading, but other parts were successfully downloaded. The parts that are not
Troubleshooting: WMP Upgrade
For one reason or another, sometimes the security upgrade to Windows Media Player fails. If this happens, try performing a manual upgrade.
Sansa Clip: Firmware Update
What is a firmware update? Think of it as updating your tiny device’s operating system. Firmware updates typically include new, useful features. In the case of my new Sansa Clip, it provided a “resume playback” feature to audiobooks!