New Feature in CamCat: My Lists

  When searching the library catalog have you ever come across a title that you wanted to read or watch but didn't have the time just then?  With My Lists you can now save the titles to lists that you create.  You can then go into My CamCat at a later date and request the titles. You can also save, email or print the lists. To learn how to use this new feature we've created a video tutorial that can be viewed on our website or on YouTube.  The tutorial can also be viewed in two parts: the first covers just the basics and the second explains more advanced features.  Print help is also available.

When you do a keyword search you will see a new button, “Save to List for Later,” next to each title in the search results.  Click on the button and you’ll be able to choose a list or create a new one.  When you want to view your lists, log into My CamCat and you will see a link for “My Lists.”  You can then request some or all of the titles.

Detailed Instructions:

View the Video Tutorial

Print Help

Go to the Catalog to try it out!

 

PINs Are Coming

On July 7th our catalog and computers will require you to use a PIN (personal identification number) to view your library account information, request or renew items, use self-checkout or sign up for a computer.

Why?

PIN numbers will provide additional security for your library account.

How will this work?

On July 7th, CamCat will prompt you to create a PIN number when you attempt to log on to My CamCat, view your library record, request or renew an item, or use self-checkout.

• Your PIN must be four digits long.
• Choose a number that is easy for you to remember.
• Write down your PIN in a safe place – you  will need it EVERY TIME you log into your library record.

SAM, our computer reservation system, will also ask you for your library card PIN number.  If you are not eligible for a library card, you may use a SAM guest pass to use a computer.  It will have a barcode and four digit PIN number.

If you forget your PIN, you can reset it, but you will need to have an e-mail address registered with the library system.  Otherwise, you will need to ask a staff member for assistance.  If you do not have an e-mail with the library system, or have changed your e-mail address, please update it before July 7th.  You can do this using My CamCat.  Updating your email address

PIN FAQS

•  What is a PIN?

A PIN is a Personal Identification Number. It is used in addition to your barcode number.

•  Why is the Library using PINs?

PIN numbers will provide additional security for your library account.

•  When do I need to use my PIN?

The Library Catalog (CamCat) and the computer reservation system (SAM) will prompt you for a PIN whenever you:

• Use My CamCat
• Request an Item
• Use Self Checkout
• Log on to a public computer

•  Does the Library give me a PIN for CamCat?

No, you create your own PIN. After July 7th, CamCat will prompt you to create a PIN the first time you try to access a service where a PIN is required.

•  How do I create a PIN?

When CamCat prompts you to create a PIN enter a 4 digit PIN number.

Choose a number that is easy for you to remember but does not repeat more than two digits in a row.

•  How do I get a PIN for Computer use?

If you have a library card, CamCat will transfer the PIN you created in your library account to your SAM account. Your CamCat PIN and your SAM PIN will be the same number.

•  If I don't have a library card, how do I get a PIN for computer use?

If you live in a member community, you are entitled to a free library card. Nonresidents may purchase a library card or ask for a SAM guest pass. Each SAM guest pass will include a barcode and a 4 digit PIN.

•  What if I forget my PIN or my PIN doesn't work?

Click on the Forgot your PIN? link on CamCat. CamCat will email a link to the email address listed in your customer record. This link will allow you to create a new PIN.

•  I don't have an email address; how can I get a new PIN?

See library staff for assistance. If you show a valid picture ID they can access your account and delete your old PIN. The next time you perform any function that requires a PIN, you will be prompted to create a new PIN.

•  How does CamCat know my email address?

CamCat will use the email address that is in your library record on CamCat. If your email address has changed, or you never gave the Library an email address please update your email address on CamCat before July 7th . After July 7th you will need staff assistance to update your email address since you will need a PIN to access your account. How to update your email address.

•  Can a staff person give me a new PIN?

No, only customers can create PINs.

•  Can a staff person look my PIN up for me?

No, your PIN is encrypted and staff cannot see it.

Newly redesigned online catalog is here!

When you visit CamCat, our online catalog, you'll find a new look and feel.  We've added a number of new features to make the catalog more convenient and easier to use.  You can still do a basic search from the homepage, or you can fine tune your search to find precisely the information you need.  You can search for just one format, such as music, DVDs, or audiobooks. Search in a single branch, all the public library branches, the college library or the combined collection. Quickly log into My CamCat to view and renew the items you have checked out  and see the status of your holds. 

Looking for recommendations? See the most recently added books, DVDs, audiobooks, music and more, as well as hundreds of book recommendations from our staff on our Popular Lists page. 

Don't have time to come into the library?  Search our downloadable collections for audiobooks, eBooks and video you can view on your computer or portable device.  View full text articles from newspapers and magazines, encyclopedias or electronic books, available only to members of the library with their library card number.

We are using Web 2.0 technology to share the latest Courier-Post headlines, and library news, as well as the NY Times Bestsellers and the Washington Post Book Review. Subscribe to one of our RSS feeds to have the library's latest news delivered directly to your feed reader.

Can't find a feature from the old catalog?  See Where is it now to find the new location.

Need quick instructions on doing a simple search?  See Doing a Basic Search.

See a list of the changes and new features with instructions on how to use them: Changes and New Features.

Go directly to the new catalog.

Have questions or comments on the new catalog?  Ask library staff, e-mail us, or call 856-772-1636.

Catalog Redesign Coming Soon

When you go into CamCat next week to do a search, you'll find an entirely different look. We've redesigned the catalog with easier navigation and a number of new features. You can still do a basic search from the homepage, or you can fine tune your search to find precisely the information you need.  You can search for just one format, such as music, DVDs, or audiobooks. Search in a single branch, all the public library branches, the college library or the combined collection. Quickly log into My CamCat to view and renew the items you have checked out  and see the status of your holds.

Looking for recommendations? See the most recently added books, DVDs, audiobooks, music and more, as well as hundreds of book recommendations from our staff on our Popular Lists page. 

Don't have time to come into the library?  Search our downloadable collections for audio books, eBooks and video that can be viewed on your computer or portable device.  View full text articles from newspapers and magazines, encyclopedias or electronic books, available only to members of the library with their library card number.

We are using Web 2.0 technology to share the latest Courier-Post headlines, and library news, as well as the NY Times Bestsellers and the Washington Post Book Review. Subscribe to one of our RSS feeds to have the library's latest news delivered directly to your feed reader.

Stop by the library next week, or visit from home, to see the new design.

Receive Courtesy Notices Through E-mail

Would you like to receive a reminder when items you’ve checked out are nearly due?  The library now sends courtesy notices to patrons with e-mail accounts they’ve registered with the library. For an item with a 14-day or 21-day loan period, a courtesy notice is sent three days before it is due.  An item with a 7-day loan period has a notice sent two days before the due date.

If you would like to receive courtesy notices and currently receive overdue or hold notices through the U.S. mail, you can easily make the change to receive e-mail notices instead.  (Note:  you can receive either e-mail or print notices, but not both.)  Here are the steps to make the change:

1. Go to My CamCat in the catalog: http://iii.camden.lib.nj.us/patroninfo
2. Enter your name and library card number.
3. Click on Modify Personal Info.
4. Enter your e-mail address in the e-mail field.

For patrons who check their e-mail regularly, e-mail notices are very convenient.  For those who check their e-mail only sporadically, print notices are a better alternative.

If you have a spam filter on your computer, add this address to your “safe” list: circadm@iii.camden.lib.nj.us