Non-UNCG Scanning

A modest reminder (and I was not clear on this before checking just now) . . .

The scanner in the "Copier Corral" does NOT require a Novell log-in, so anyone can scan material and save it to a flash drive or e-mail to their account.

Microform Reader/Scanner Problems

There was a problem last night with the computer set up with the Minolta reader. The error message was in the scanner program and stated that the image could be not acquired. When this occurs, reboot the computer while the microform reader is turned on in order for the computer to find the connection the the reader. Test the connection after restart by clicking the mouse on the screen. The scan window should open within the program.

To get the image centered in the reader window to scan into the computer, set the image size to 8.5 x 11. The default setting is custom and will move the scan window to the far left of the reader screen.

Reader/Scanner Problems

The reader/scanner is working properly. Please remember that this is a jury rigged system and cannot keep a large number of scanned items in the program window at one time. If too may items are left in the window, the program will crash and all information will be lost. I recommend no more than 10 image in the Scanwrite window at one time, save them and then delete them form the program. You can only view the images with a viewer that handles that format (either Acrobat Reader for pdf or an image viewer for jpeg). Any photos or illustrations in an article will not be viewable. Instructions are attached to the monitor.

Microcards - copying and downloading

The small microfilm reader/scanner formerly in Reference is no longer available to patrons; it has been removed from public access.

For anyone who isn't familiar with the microcard format, it's is somewhat like microfiche, but it's an opaque white card, for which the machines in the Ref. area won't work. The old scanner in Ref. did work for reading and downloading. We moved that machine to a non-public area, but if this move causes too many problems, that decision can be reversed. Let Mary know of any difficulties for patrons who need to use the microcards. Below are current procedures.

Any patron needing to view microcards can still use the microcard readers on 3rd floor Main, beside the microcard cabinets.

UNCG patrons needing scanned copies of microcard content can request those copies through Desktop Delivery. Requests will be processed by our 24/5 staff during evening hours.
If these patrons need copies immediately, please have them contact Joe Williams of Access Services or Michael from Reference -- we will set them up with the reader/scanner and show them how to scan what they need. These patrons will need a usb flash drive to store their scanned files.

Non-affiliated patrons needing scanned copies of microcard content should also contact Joe or Michael - we will log them into the reader/scanner and show them how to scan what they need. These patrons will also need a usb flash drive to save their files.

Thanks! Mary

New Scanner By CITI

From Kathy Crowe

Since this is a pretty frequent request I wanted to let everyone know that a simple flatbed scanner w/ a PC has been set up in the Info Commons area outside the CITI lab. It is a login machine so users must be UNCG-affiliated to use it. There is no charge since it doesn't print; users may email or download what they're scanning.

At this moment there is still an "out of order" sign on it awaiting some final documentation for staff. It should be removed in a day or so and we'll be all ready for business.

Kathy

Scanning Instructions

Susan has written up instructions for using the batch scanner in my office. I placed a copy in the ref share --> Digital Media Folder. There are also copies in the vertical file on the computer desk (near the data stuff). If you need to use the batch scanner, please have a look at this guide. It is really helpful. I've also linked to the PDF on the Digital Media website. Flatbed instructions are coming soon!