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4.163Mt SelfCheckt System Model 4210

Description/Characteristics

The SelfCheck system Model 4210 emulates the procedures used by librarians to process library materials. When a patron places a library card in the system, a scanner is activated that reads the bar code and then accesses the library circulation system. If he or she is an approved library patron, screen graphics appear that guide the patron through the check-out process. The system verifies that the item can be circulated, checks the item out, desensitizes the 3Mt Tattle-TapetSecurity Strip and prints out a date due slip - all in a matter of seconds.

If patrons are not approved borrowers or there is some other problem or information to convey — such as fines owed or materials are on hold for them — the screen simply spells out the appropriate message or asks them to go to the front desk.

The 3M selfcheck system is compatible with many automated circulation systems.

The system also features menus which allow librarians to make changes in a few minutes. They can choose from a variety of different instructional messages and even add Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) to further improve security.

Features and Benefits

SAutomates library checkout, freeing staff time for other important tasks

SUser-friendly prompts and graphics are easy to follow

SMultiple Book Detection prevents more than one item from being checked out on the same bar code

SBuilt-in photocells keep patrons from substituting materials

SAdvanced technology laser scanner reads the entire bar code area, enabling it to read even worn codes

SOnly desensitizes books when approved by the host circulation system

SAutomatically prints out date due slips, giving patrons a handy record of transaction; can be programmed to print out slips singly or at end of a transaction

SSimple to install wherever floor traffic demands

SCan be programmed with a wide variety of messages and instructions to fit most library situations

SPIN numbers can be added for security against misuse of lost or stolen library cards

SOverall design and light gray color blends well into any library decor

Operating Instructions

The system operates much like automatic teller machines. For details, refer to the on-line Operating Guide for the Model 4210.

The following diagram illustrates the components that the patron uses in the 3M selfcheck system.

Scanner to read bar codes

Scanning area where patrons place library cards and materials to be scanned

Video checkout unit - to process VHS video tapes

Black & white monitor displays graphic instruc- tions to patrons

Magnetic card reader Cradle (optional)

Receipt printer for due date receipt

Keypad

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