Library
Since launching self-check at Central Library and at the branches, we have noticed an increase in the number of materials returned that were never checked out.
Unfortunately, the beep on the self-check machines indicates that the material in question was scanned, but not necessarily that it was successfully checked out. So if you are on the wrong screen when passing library materials through the scanner, you will get beeps - but the materials will not actually be checked out.
By removing the beep, we force the self-check user to look at the screen and verify that the materials are indeed checked out properly. We do understand that we've all been trained to hear that beep, and agree that it is frustrating to not hear it now. If we see no positive change from removing the beep, or if the removal proves more annoying than helpful, we will restore the beep. And we have a new system coming in February that we hope will better address issues related to self-check.
We appreciate your use of the Library, and your patience and understanding while we work through this issue.
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Library
Where's the Beep?
Since launching self-check at Central Library and at the branches, we have noticed an increase in the number of materials returned that were never checked out.
Unfortunately, the beep on the self-check machines indicates that the material in question was scanned, but not necessarily that it was successfully checked out. So if you are on the wrong screen when passing library materials through the scanner, you will get beeps - but the materials will not actually be checked out.
By removing the beep, we force the self-check user to look at the screen and verify that the materials are indeed checked out properly. We do understand that we've all been trained to hear that beep, and agree that it is frustrating to not hear it now. If we see no positive change from removing the beep, or if the removal proves more annoying than helpful, we will restore the beep. And we have a new system coming in February that we hope will better address issues related to self-check.
We appreciate your use of the Library, and your patience and understanding while we work through this issue.
- Volunteer: Books On The Move To Cherrydale
Books and audio-visual items are constantly moving between Arlington?s Central Library and its seven branches in order to serve the needs of our customers and Cherrydale Branch Library is a favorite destination. When the materials arrive at their destination,...
- Library Catalog Transition Faq
What is a modern library catalog anyway? It?s an integrated library system linking together the catalog search, patron records and accounts, behind-the-scenes operations including everything from purchasing to holds, and, in Arlington, eight physical...
- Frustrated Over The Dvd Or Cd You Checked Out?
Did the DVD skip right before the end of the movie? Did the the last CD for your audio book not play? We want to hear about it! When you return your materials, please let us know if any of the audio visual items you checked out don't...
- Your Library Card
Most Iowa residents are entitled to a free library card. Proof of current address and a photo I.D. are required. Please visit the circulation desk on the 1st floor to obtain a card. Children must be at least 3 years old to have a card under their name....
- From Nancy . . .
Many thanks to everyone who has read and responded to our newsletter and blog. Your ideas and suggestions are great, and we intend to use them. However, the first order of business for the Public Library is a change in the software that runs the circulation,...