1. ©DLR, Inc. 2007Version 01112007 1 Digital Library 101 2007 For Assistance contact Greenwich Library Reference Desk at 203-622-7910 or vlibrarian@greenwichlibrary.org Learn how to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

2. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 2 At the end of today’s session you will be able to: Check out and download digital titles. Burn titles to a CD or transfer to a mobile device. Objective Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

3. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 3 Overview 1. Install Free Digital Media Software. 2. Register / Activate Devices 3. Check out Digital Titles. 4. Download Digital Titles. 5. Automatic Return. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

4. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 4 What is a Digital Book?  A digital audio book is the digital version of a book on tape or book on CD.  A digital eBook is the digital version of a published physical book.  Digital titles can be enjoyed in many ways:  On your PC or PDA.  Burned to CD.  Transferred to a portable WMA / WMV device. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

5. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 5 Access to Digital Titles Enjoy Digital Titles at home, at work, or when you travel.  To access digital audio titles, you will need:  A valid library card.  A personal computer.  Free digital media software.  Brief access to the Internet: The free digital media software allows you to enjoy a digital title without being connected to the Internet. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

6. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 6 Access to Digital Titles OverDrive ® Audio Books Adobe eBooks [text]  To access a digital title, you will need to install the corresponding free digital media software. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

7. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 7 Introduction to Digital Rights Management (DRM)  OverDrive Media Console: Automatically manages licensing as each title is downloaded. Windows Media Player requires a one-time security upgrade to enable playback of DRM-protected files.  Adobe Reader prompts for “activation” during the first download of an eBook.  Digital Rights Information is provided for each title on your digital library site. It describes what you can do with the title after download. Digital Library 101

8. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 8 Browse and Check Out Titles Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

9. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 9 How to Browse and Select Titles  Browse and search digital titles from Greenwich Library’s digital site.  Click on a title image to review a short description, author information, format, and digital rights.  Next, add selections to your Cart.  If a digital title is not available, you may “Place a hold”, and receive an email notification when the title is available. The system tracks how many digital titles you have checked out, your hold items, and items in your Cart. Sample notification email Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

10. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 10 Proceed To Checkout  After selecting digital titles, click on the ‘Proceed to Checkout’ link.  Enter your library card number, without spaces.  After the card is verified, titles are ready for download.  The Download Page features a link to download the free digital media software.  The free digital media software must be installed before titles can be successfully downloaded. Click here to download this title. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

11. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 11 OverDrive Media Console Audio Books Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

12. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 12 What is OverDrive Media Console? OverDrive Media Console (.WMA)  For audio books on PCs.  After download, you may burn an audio title to a regular audio CD (depending on digital rights for the title).  An audio title may be transferred to a compatible portable device (WMA) capable of playing the DRM-protected format (depending on digital rights for the title).  Digital Rights Information is provided for each title on your digital library site. It describes what you can do with the title after download, including transfer / burn rights. Digital Library 101

13. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 13 Software for OverDrive Audio Titles  Two applications are required:  OverDrive Media Console (Free download from your DLR web site).  Windows Media ® Player Series 9+ (Free download from Microsoft).  OverDrive Audio Titles are in Windows Media Audio (WMA) format.  For use on Windows ® Operating Systems (Win 98 SE and higher). Digital Library 101

14. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 14  Click on the ‘Download’ button.  Download commences by first transferring a small license file.  When downloading an OverDrive Audio Book, the OverDrive Media Console launches automatically.  Select which parts to download.  Enjoy listening to the first part as remaining parts are downloading. OverDrive Media Console allows you to download parts of an audio title. Download Audio Titles (1) Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

15. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 15 Download Audio Titles (2)  You may download an audio license three times during a single lending period.  ‘Parts’ may be retrieved via OverDrive Media Console unlimited times during a single lending period.  If you need to download an audio license more than three times during a single lending period, you can email: vlibrarian@greenwichlibrary.org and request that the download link be reactivated. vlibrarian@greenwichlibrary.org Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

16. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 16 OverDrive Media Explorer Features Control + P = PLAY Control + S = STOP F9 = Volume DOWN F10 = Volume UP See OMC Help for more The OverDrive Media Explorer was designed specifically for the playback of multimedia titles.  Speed adjustment (requires Windows XP).  Jump back 15 seconds.  Resume from furthest point.  Bookmark.  Hotkeys:  OMC also works with JAWS, Window-Eyes, and other screen readers. Special playback controls make listening easy. Digital Library 101

17. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 17 Burn / Transfer Your Audio Titles  After download, you may burn an audio title to a regular audio CD. Each part fits on one CD.  Most publishers license burning. Some exceptions include: Time Warner, Harper Collins, Naxos, Books On Tape, and BBC Audiobooks America.  Or, transfer to a portable audio device capable of playing the DRM-protected WMA format. OverDrive Media Console allows you to burn to a CD or transfer to a portable WMA device using Windows Media Player. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

18. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 18 Compatible Devices for Audio / Music / Video  Device must play DRM-protected Windows Media Audio (WMA) files.  Audio books: The device must either support the bit rate of 32kbps or be able to transcode 32kbps files to a supported bit rate.  iPods: Unfortunately the iPod does not support DRM-protected Windows Media Audio (WMA) files, the format in which our audio titles are delivered. We are hopeful that Apple and Microsoft® can reach an agreement that would enable WMA support on the iPod. For information on WMA compatible devices check out OverDrive’s Device Resource Center. http://www.overdrive.com/deviceresourcecenter. http://www.overdrive.com/deviceresourcecenter Digital Library 101

19. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 19 You will be prompted when a title expires. Automatic Check In - Audio  The lending period for Greenwich Library is 14 days.  When an audio title is due, it will automatically expire and be checked in.  After an audio title has expired, it will remain on the your PC, but can no longer be opened unless a new license for the title is downloaded.  You can check out the title again, download a new license, and listen to the previously downloaded files.  Once you have finished a title, the title may be deleted from the OverDrive Media Console. It will also delete from the PC.  You will never accrue late fees with OverDrive audio titles. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

20. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 20 OverDrive Media Console Transfer / Burn Using the ‘Sync’ and ‘Burn’ Tabs Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

21. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 21 Transfer to a Device 1. Open OverDrive Media Console. 2. Select the title to transfer. 3. Click the ‘Transfer’ button. 4. The OverDrive Media Console Transfer Wizard will open.  Connect your portable device to your computer.  Click ‘Next’ to continue.  When the device is detected, the ‘Confirm’ Screen will appear.  Select the ‘Parts’ you wish to transfer.  Choose ‘Advanced Options’ to modify the storage folder or file name (optional). Click ‘OK’ to continue.  Click ‘Next’ to transfer the selected parts to your portable device.  OverDrive Media Console will test for storage space. You will have the option to delete titles if the device is full.  After the transfer is complete, you may disconnect your portable device. 5. Click ‘Finish’ to close the wizard. Transfer an audio title to a portable WMA device (OMC 2.1).

22. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 22 Burn to a CD  Open OverDrive Media Console.  Click on the ‘Transfer / Burn’ button. Windows Media Player will open.  In Windows Media Player, click on the ‘Burn’ tab.  Click on ‘Burn List’ in the left pane.  Select the title to burn to CD.  One Part will fit on one CD.  Insert a blank CD to your CD drive.  Click ‘Start Burn’ to burn the title to CD. Burn an audio title to CD (Windows Media Player 10).

23. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 23 Adobe eBooks Adobe Reader Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

24. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 24 What is an Adobe eBook? Adobe eBooks (.PDF format)  Adobe eBooks are text-based titles in PDF format which are read using Adobe Reader.  For use on PCs, Macs, and PDAs (Palm Devices, Pocket PCs, etc.)  Version 6.0.1 or higher required. Version 7.0 recommended. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

25. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 25 License Reader Software eBooks Adobe Reader Activation  Easy Activation: Allows you to read eBooks on a single computer. Enabled the first time an eBook is downloaded and opened.  Named Activation: Allows you to access Adobe eBooks on multiple devices. Requires.NET Passport registration with name and email address. Activation matches users with devices and prevents illegal file sharing. Named Activation link for Adobe Reader (version 7.x) Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

26. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 26  Click on the ‘Download’ button.  Adobe Reader will open automatically.  When the download is complete, the eBook can be read right away.  You don’t need to be connected to the Internet to read Adobe eBooks. Download eBook Titles (1) Download an Adobe eBook. Adobe Reader opens automatically. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

27. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 27 Download eBook Titles (2)  Adobe eBooks can be downloaded once during a single lending period.  If you need to download a title more than once during a single lending period, you can email vlibrarian@greenwichlibrary.org vlibrarian@greenwichlibrary.org and request that the download link be reactivated. Adobe eBook download error. Download page. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

28. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 28 Adobe Reader Features  Adobe eBooks are stored in File > Digital Editions > My Digital Editions (version 7.x). Double click an eBook to begin reading.  Adobe eBooks checked out from the library will appear with a clock symbol in the upper right corner.  Use the thumbnail view to display cover images of eBooks. OR, switch to the details view to sort by title, author, category, or date last accessed.  Organize an eBook collection by default categories and create new categories. Titles checked out through your Digital Library will appear with a clock symbol. Organize your titles using Categories. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

29. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 29 Adobe Reader Features  Search: Find all instances of a word or phrase in an eBook.  Read Out Loud: Adobe Reader can read the book out loud if the feature is licensed / enabled for that title. This is a text-to- speech machine reader.  Comments: Add comments, highlights, and stamps to your eBooks. To display the Commenting Tools, click on the ‘Comment and Markup’ button on the Tasks Toolbar (version 7.x).  Embedded Clips: Adobe Reader plays video and audio content embedded in eBooks, such as clips of dialogue or sound effects (with appropriate hardware and software installed). View > Read Out Loud. Example of embedded dialogue clip from 'Shrek: eStorybooks Sound FX Edition' (Publisher: iPicturebooks). Digital Library 101

30. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 30 Automatic Check In – Adobe eBooks  The lending period for Greenwich Library is 14 days.  When an Adobe eBook is due, it will automatically expire and be checked in.  After an eBook has expired, it can no longer be opened.  To check out an Adobe eBook again, first delete the title. For Adobe Reader (v.7.x):  Right-click the thumbnail, and select ‘Remove’.  Open Windows Explorer and go to My Documents > My Digital Editions. Delete any copies of the title saved in this folder.  Adobe eBooks can be returned early. (See “Quick Tip” on this slide).  When finished with the title it is okay to delete the title from the computer or device.  You will never accrue late fees with Digital eBooks! QUICK TIP: How to early return your Adobe eBooks (Version 7.x): File > Digital Editions > My Digital Editions > Opposite Click on Title > Return To Lender. Digital Library 101

31. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 31 Basic Troubleshooting Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

32. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 32 Help!  Look for the ‘Help’ link at the top of your digital library site. This is the best resource available!  For assistance contact the library at 203-622-7910 or vlibrarian@greenwichlibrary.org Try ‘Quick Start Guide’ for step-by-step instruction. Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.

33. ©DLR, Inc. 2006Version 11152006 33 Enjoy The Greenwich Digital Library Catalog! Digital Library 101 How to browse, select, and download best-selling audio books and Adobe eBooks.