Accessing Airpac
Technical issues
Using Airpac
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How do I access the online catalogue?
If you are able to access the internet on your mobile, type www.elgar.govt.nz into your phone's internet browser and then select the search of your choice from the drop down menu. To move up and down, use the standard navigation buttons on the phone itself or the arrows at the bottom of the phone's screen if available.
How do I bookmark it?
Book marking saves your favourite sites so that you can find them again later. While using Airpac you can do this by selecting the 'Bookmark', 'Add bookmark' or 'Favourites' option from your phone's menu. In future, simply select the Airpac link from your 'Bookmarks'/'Favourites' menu to connect to Airpac.
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What does it cost?
Your mobile operator's charges for using the internet on your phone will apply. Costs vary from operator to operator. Operators may charge for time spent browsing or amount of data downloaded. The costs for browsing the Airpac are minimal. The actual cost will depend on what provider e.g. Vodafone, Telecom that you're using and what data plan you're on. Contact your mobile provider for more information about costs.
Why does Airpac look so different?
The look of the catalogue screens viewed via the Airpac will vary depending upon your device.
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What mobile devices can Airpac support?
Airpac supports any handheld devices, PDAs or mobile phones, which provide access to the internet.
What is WAP?
Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) is an advanced messaging service on mobile phones and other small screen devices that allows you to see internet content in special text format. Internet content designed for WAP access is configured quite differently, and some variation in the accessibility of services does occur. If you would like more information on this feature, we recommend that you contact your mobile phone service provider.
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My mobile device is internet ready, why can I not view the library home page properly?
Your systems website is a website with sophisticated functions, best viewed on PCs, not on handheld devices. Airpac software is specially designed website for Mobile devices, which have very small screens.
How can I use Airpac service via mobile devices?
Two components are required: Internet ready mobile device and Internet ready connection path.
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How do I know if my mobile device is internet ready or not?
You should check with the manufacturer of your mobile device or your telecommunication company.
If my mobile device is internet ready, how do I set up the mobile device?
You should contact your telecommunication company to find out the setup procedures. Different telecommunication companies have different connection methods, procedures and prices.
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When is Airpac more useful than the catalogue in the library?
Like any other technology, wireless networking is appropriate in some circumstances, but not for others. Keep in mind the relative advantages and disadvantages of wired versus wireless technologies. Wires prevail when high performance and volume is needed; wireless finds its niche where mobility and accuracy are the top concern.
Why do I sometimes have the correct library selected for me and sometimes I have to select it myself?
After a search, Airpac defaults to “View the entire collection”. Patrons need to select their library system from the dropdown menu on the search screen.
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How accessable is the Airpac for those with a disability?
Airpac is compliant with the U.S. government's Section 508 standards for web site accessibility, as well as the W3 Consortium's Priority 1 checklist of guidelines for accessibility. This compliance is essential for library patrons with disabilities because it makes sites more accessible in screen reading software.
What can I do once I get into Airpac?
Airpac offers many of the same functions as the standard library catalogue:
Searching: Title, Author, Keyword, Series title
Advanced Search: Keyword Searching,Limit by Language, Material Type, Location, Year, Sort by Requesting.
Patron Information: Items checked out, Renewing check out items, Viewing fines,Viewing requests, Cancelling requests
At this time, Airpac does NOT let you:
Set a PIN, Edit personal details, Freeze and unfreeze requests.
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