PocketCirc Tim Blom EUUG Conference, 2005

PocketCirc

PocketCirc- Unicorn and up PocketCirc merges the simplicity of a handheld device with on-line and off-line circulation functionality including the ability to use wireless connections. Staff will be able to: –Charge Items, Discharge Items, Renew Items, Renew Reserves –Inventory functions –When online you can modify and/or create users –When offline you can create users

PocketCirc- Unicorn and up Requirements: –Runs on Windows CE devices –Requires the use of ActiveSync –Available in a software-only package –Sirsi has tested with the PSC Falcon 4220 and the HP iPAQ 5XXX series

PocketCirc Advantages Allows online & offline circulation functions –Available in real-time (in a wireless environment or via ActiveSync) –Ability to work in offline mode when you experience network problems or power-outages Charge, Discharge & Renew (items & reserves) –Long lines at the circulation desk can be shortened by stepping right into the line to speed up the process –No longer tied to the desk – if someone needs assistance in the stacks to find an item, you can charge it immediately Usage & Inventory –Walk through your library with the handheld PC & automatically update your records Users –Quick and easy way to Create users online & offline or Modify users online Stay one step ahead by using the latest technology

PocketCirc Login & Items

PocketCirc Users

PocketCirc Setup Server: –Basic login info… Client: –Offline/Online, Language… Policies: –Modify & Delete policies Delinq: –Download User Delinquency information both offline & online Barcode: –Work with barcode policies in offline mode (add, modify & delete) Miscellaneous: –Logout, After working offline, you can upload transactions the next time you are online, Help available…

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