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This HIT is related to a question I sent out a LONG time ago (in November, I believe). I apologize for my extreme slowness, but I decided that late was better than never. >Help! >I tried to order barcode labels this morning along with my other >orders to DEMCO. > They needed more information than I have, and >couldn't answer any of my >questions. I have also searched the web for >help and information, but still have >questions. I AM SO FRUSTRATED!! >And so, I turn to all of you :) Time is of the >essence, as they have >put my order on hold until I call them back with the >barcode info. >Their question: Code 39 or Codabar symbology? >My question: How do I decide? Is this something that is dependent on >the type of >scanner that I get (can't afford one yet), or on my >software (LibraryCom.com >doesn't seem to offer any barcode info), or >is it just personal preference? YOUR RESPONSES: You have to call LibraryCom and ask them which symbology their program uses. Most programs are OK with 39 (also known as 3 of 9) but it's the program that determines it. -------------------------------------------- I was similarly frustrated when I first had to answer these questions. What is your library circulation program? Call their help desk and they should be able to answer these questions. -------------------------------------------- I use 39 when I order, but I also use alexandria check out system for barcodes. You might want to check with other media specialist in your county to see which one to use. -------------------------------------------- It's part of your library software. Look in your manual, check the index for barcodes and it will tell you. Also you can check what the previous librarian has ordered. -------------------------------------------- Should be code 39. If you fax them a photocopy sample of what you already have, they will know. -------------------------------------------- First, find out for sure what symbologies your electronic system will read. It probably can read both coda bar and 3 of 9 as they are pretty common among libraries. -------------------------------------------- This is software specific. Call your LibraryCom company and ask. -------------------------------------------- Code 39 seems to be the standard for libraries. Only one vendor I know of requires Codabar and that's (what used to be) Dynix. -------------------------------------------- Contact your software company and ask what topology they will read WHEN you get your scanner. -------------------------------------------- ask for the 3 of 9 bar code symbology and have the jobber send the barcode labels unattached. I find that the 3 of 9 is used with more automation systems than the other. When your automation system is in place, try scanning the unattached labels to see if your barcode scanner reads and interprets them. If so, then you can place the barcodes on your books and enter your Marc records into your program. If not, you can create new barcode labels and correct your Marc records. -------------------------------------------- This will be according to your software. I use Athena and probably Winnebago uses the same and maybe Follette. My bardcode symbology is 39 or 3 of 9 ****************************************************** Karisa Hayward, Librarian EskDale High School EskDale, Utah Daisy@goducks.com What if the Hokey Pokey IS what it's all about? =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-= All postings to LM_NET are protected under copyright law. To quit LM_NET (or set-reset NOMAIL or DIGEST, etc.) send email to: listserv@listserv.syr.edu In the message write EITHER: 1) SIGNOFF LM_NET 2) SET LM_NET NOMAIL or 3) SET LM_NET DIGEST 4) SET LM_NET MAIL * Please allow for confirmation from Listserv. For LM_NET Help see: http://ericir.syr.edu/lm_net/ Archives: http://askeric.org/Virtual/Listserv_Archives/LM_NET.shtml See also EL-Announce for announcements from library media vendors: http://www.mindspring.com/~el-announce/ =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=--=-=-=