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Getting the Most from This Training Site: Overview

Overview

This web site is designed to teach the operation of the Digital Talking Book Machine (DTBM), duplication of digital talking books (DB), performance of routine maintenance on the DTBMs, and use of the Braille and Audio Reading Download (BARD) system.

Staff members are encouraged to read this section in order to understand the features of the training and how to find information, answers to patron questions, and documents quickly. The web site may be studied when time allows, or used as a just-in-time support tool.

Note that the term "player" is used synonymously with "DTBM" throughout the training.

NLS wishes to provide support to staff and patrons during this learning process. Please contact us with questions, comments, and suggestions about this training at NLSTraining@loc.gov.

Here are the main features of this training:

• Self-study modules for learning about
  • Player Operation
  • DB Duplication
  • Player Inspection and Maintenance
  • BARD Use and Support
• A Search box at the top of every page for fast access to information
• Quick Jumps for easy access to information
  • A list of all "How do I...?" questions and answers that lead to specific directions for how to carry out different tasks within modules
  • A list of all Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about each task within each module
  • A list of Training Tools such as reminders, charts, reference guides, and PowerPoint presentations

Below are samples of the three features of the training that are found throughout: "How do I...?" questions and answers, FAQs, and Training Tools.

1)  How do I...?

Use the "Search NLS Training Site" feature found at the top of every page?

1. Type any word or combination of words.
2. Press "Enter."
3. Choose from the list of topics displayed.

Get help if I cannot find something on this site?

Send an e-mail to NLSTraining@loc.gov or call your network consultant.

Make printed copies of Training Tools (PowerPoint presentations, quick reference lists)?

1. All Training Tools are available in these formats: MS Word, Rich Text Format, PDF, HTML, Braille.
2. Choose the format you wish to print.
3. Print.

2)  FAQs

3)  Training Tools

Button Reference Sheet - contains basic information about all button functions in chart form for ready reference.

Select the format you want:

MS Word
Rich Text Format
PDF
HTML
Braille

NLS recommends continuing the training by selecting the next page, Digital Talking Book Machine (DTBM) Operation, or returning to the Home page for other options.

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