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3M Library Security System
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E 3M 1999 September
4.14 3Mt
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t SelfCheckt
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t System Model 5220
Description/Characteristics
The SelfCheck system emulates the procedures used
by librarians to process library materials. When a
patron places a library card i n 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-Tapet Security
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
S Automates library checkout, freeing staff time for
other important tasks
S Built-in 3M Tattle-Tape security strip detection
ensures that library security is not compromised
S Full-color graphics and user-friendly prompts are
easytofollow
S Multiple Book Detection prevents more than one
item from being checked out on the same bar code
S Built-in photocells keep patrons from substituting
materials
S Advanced technology raster laser scanner reads
the entire bar code area, enabling it to read even
worn codes
S Only desensitizes books when approved by the
host circulation system
S Automatically 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
S Simple to install wherever floor traffic demands
S Can be programmed with a wide variety of
messages and instructions to fit most library
situations
S PIN numbers can be added for security against
misuse of lost or stolen library cards
S Overall design and neutral beige color blends well
into any library decor
Operating Instructions
The system operates much like automatic teller
machines. For details, refer to the Operating Guide for
the Model 5210/5220.
The following diagram illustrates the components that
the patron uses in the 3M selfcheck system.
Color Monitor displays
graphic instructions to
patrons
Printer for due date
receipt
Keypad
Cradle
Scanner
to read
bar codes
Scanning area where pa-
trons place library cards
and library materials to
be checked out.