Technical notes have been developed in response to customer requests about various aspects of KLAS. The documents presented here are in Microsoft Word 97 and Adobe PDF formats. The Adobe PDF format requires Acrobat Reader to view the files. You may download a free Acrobat Reader from the Adobe website. If you would like a document in another format please email us with the document number and format you need. Also please feel free to contact us with suggestions for future documents.
The first three documents are those most commonly downloaded. Thereafter, each is listed in reverse numerical order.
Click here for a list of Technical Notes by module.
| DATE & NUMBER | TITLE | DESCRIPTION | DOWNLOAD | 6/11/2007 | User Permissions in KLAS v7 | An outline of available functions within the Klas Modules to be used as a guide when administering user permissions. |
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10/3/2006 |
Saving HTML reports in KLAS v7 |
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12/6/2001 | F9 Shortcuts | A chart highlighting the various F9 shortcuts. |
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| 03/29/2000 | 5.7 Exclusion Codes | A Quick Reference Chart of Z-search Exclude Codes. |
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| 8/26/1999 |
KLAS 5.7 Quick Reference | Charts for Book Selection Type codes, Service Type codes, and Reader Services Queue Service type codes. |
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| 2002-0102 2/21/2002 |
Installing Progress Client and Configuring KLAS Clients | Instructions for Installing Progress Client and Configuring KLAS Clients on a Windows Workstation - Regular Installation. |
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| 2002-0101 1/05/2002 |
Installing KLAS Clients | Instructions for Installing and Configuring KLAS Clients on a Windows Workstation - Unattended or Silent Installation. |
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| 2001-0119 7/20/2001 |
Fix for Windows 98 Log-in Problem for JAWS Users | WebOPAC JAWS Users |
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| 2001-0118 7/18/2001 |
Control File Setup for Sharing Materials | BPH Branch Sharing |
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| 2001-0117 4/24/2001 |
KLAS Related Title Function | Procedures to relate similar titles together for searching puposes - IRCs |
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| 2001-0116 4/23/2001 |
The KLAS Reissue Function |
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| 2001-0115 3/20/2001 |
Procedures for Damaged and Problem Books | BPH Libraries - Procedures for check-ins, etc. |
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| 2001-0114 1/29/2001 |
Patrons' Book Selection Type Display | KLAS version 5.7r5, describes how to read the the Select Type (Sel) column in the Patron HasNow and Patron HasHad display which has been expanded to three characters. |
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| 2001-0113 1/15/2001 |
Duplicate Record Overlay | KLAS v5.7r5 Using MARC record overlay in cataloguing to supplement existing records. |
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| 2001-0112 1/5/2001 |
Printing Options Using NetTerm | Different NetTerm settings for processing outputs such as reports, CMLS, mailing labels, and screen dumps. |
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| 2001-0111 1/15/2001 |
Using the Amnesty Program | KLAS v5.7r5 |
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| 2001-0109 1/5/2001 |
Instructions for Installing Progress Client and Configuring KLAS Mail Card Client on a Windows 95/98 Workstation | KLAS v5 Character / Outsourcing Includes instructions for installing Progress, KLAS, and NetTerm. |
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| 2001-0108 1/15/2001 |
Using Automatic Patron ID Generation | KLAS v5.7r5 |
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| 2001-0107 1/15/2001 |
Patron Service Codes and Expanded Nightly Service | KLAS v5.7r5 |
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| 2001-0106 1/19/2001 |
Patron Labels Export Using a Comma Separated Value (CSV) Format for Mail Merge | KLAS v5.7r5 |
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| 2001-0105 1/16/2001 |
Equipment Tracking by SLA Location | KLAS v5.7r5 BPH |
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| 2001-0104 1/19/2001 |
Withdrawing/Purging Equipment | KLAS v5.7r5 |
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| 2001-0103c 1/5/2001 |
Adding Results Reports to KLAS Reports Menus - Character Interface | KLAS v5.7r5 Character |
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| 2001-0103g 1/15/2001 |
Adding Results Reports to KLAS Reports Menus - GUI Interface | KLAS v5.7r5 GUI |
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| 2001-0102 1/5/2001 |
Erasing Patron Requests or HasHad Records | KLAS v5.7r5 How to use the Erase function in Circulation-Reserves/Requests or Patron - HasHad Maintenance. |
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| 2001-0101 1/2/2001 |
New Nightly Setup | KLAS v5.7r5 Describes how the new nightly functions interface can be tailored to fit needs of BPH library. |
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| 2000-0118 10/13/2000 |
PICS Load in WAN Environment | BPH libraries with character interface, not outsourced. |
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| 2000-0117 10/4/2000 |
Using F9 Go To and Return For a chart of F9 functions, please see the Quick Reference Section located at the top of this table. |
KLAS v5 |
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| 2000-0116c 10/5/2000 |
Printing Wide Reports - Character | KLAS v5 Character |
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| 2000-0116 10/5/2000 |
Printing Wide Reports - GUI | KLAS v5 GUI |
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| 2000-0115 9/20/2000 |
Using KLAS to Correct CMLS Records | Libraries sending data to CMLS. |
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| 2000-0114 9/18/2000 |
Machine Audit Reports | BPH libraries undergoing NLS machine audit. |
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| 2000-0112 7/26/2000 |
Instructions for Loading PICS Data from NLS |
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| 2000-0111 7/10/2000 |
Using the Carousel Check-out Interface | Copy specific checkout from a Carousel storage system. |
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| 2000-0110 7/10/2000 |
CMLS Transactions | Explains what each transaction is and when KLAS generates them. |
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| 2000-0109 6/19/2000 |
Using Batch Update | Gives steps and examples for using batch update to correct Holdings Records. |
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| 2000-0108 6/29/2000 |
Using Address Verification | Describes the Address Verification program, which is a supplement to the Patron Master. |
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| 2000-0107 6/9/2000 |
IRC Instructions | Gives step by step instructions for the various IRC processes. |
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| 2000-0106 6/6/2000 |
Instructions for Installing and Using the Portable Barcode Scanner | Apex Compsee Portable Barcode Scanner |
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| 2000-0104 6/1/2000 |
Z-Search in Reader Services | Describes the functionality and options available in Z-search. For BPH libraries. |
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| 2000-0102 3/30/2000 |
Serving Patrons through Nightly Processes | Describes patron profile and service options for BPH libraries. Partially updated by 2001-0101 and 2001-0107. |
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| 1999-0202 12/8/1999 |
Changing the Media for Serial Subscriptions | Steps for BPH Libraries to change the media of CMLS and other subscriptions. |
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| 1999-0201 1/06/2000 |
Listing of Reports in KLAS | A comprehensive list of all of the pre-programmed reports in KLAS, separated by module. |
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| 1999-0122c 12/15/1999 |
How to Produce Patron Labels Using Results | KLAS v.5 character Detailed directions on how to produce patron labels from a query developed in Results. |
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| 1999-0122 12/14/1999 |
How to Produce Patron Labels Using Results | KLAS v.5 GUI Detailed directions on how to produce patron labels from a query developed in Results. |
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| 1999-0111 10/19/1999 |
Creating a Windows "Printer" that Prints to a Local File | Instructions on how to create a print-to-file printer for users with a Windows operating system. Especially helpful for users of outsourcing systems. |
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| 1999-0110 10/14/1999 |
Retrospective Conversion - Barcode Application | Instructions for linking barcodes to materials. |
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| 1999-0109c 3/9/1999 |
Using the Portable Data Recorder - Outsourcing Environment | Instructions for using the Percon PalPro portable data scanner with a serial port connection in an outsourcing environment to perform inventory and check-in functions. |
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| 1999-0109 4/19/1999 |
Using the Portable Data Recorder | Instructions for using the Percon PalPro portable data scanner with a serial port connection to perform inventory and check-in functions. |
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| 1999-0108 9/21/1999 |
Using Backroom Turnaround | Steps for setting up and using KLAS Backroom Turnaround functions. |
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| 1999-0107 8/17/1999 |
AutoRequest Exclusion Codes | Explanation of codes found in patrons' request lists. The codes indicate where a stated request conflicts with patron likes. |
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| 1999-0106 8/13/1999 |
Updating Authority Records | Illustrated instructions for updating and merging author and subject authority records, using the Catalogue Module. |
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| 1999-0105 5/13/1999 |
KLAS 5.7r2 Software & Documentation | Instructions on installing and using the KLAS electronic documentation available on CD-ROM. For KLAS version 5.7 and higher. |
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| 1999-0104 5/13/1999 |
How to Use Results to Write an Alphabetical report of Descriptive Videos | KLAS v5.7r2 Character |
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| 1999-0103 2/24/2000 |
How to set up a 4227 Printer Workstation |
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| 1999-0102 3/9/1999 |
Using KLAS Holdings Withdraw Routines | Instructions for using KLAS Holdings Withdraw Routines. |
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| 1999-0101 1/20/1999 |
How to Use Results to Write a Copy Listing by Location and Serial Number Report | Version 5.3 GUI |
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| 1998-0122 9/11/1998 |
Instructions For Using KLAS Quick Request Function | Version 5 Outsourcing |
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| 1998-0121 9/11/1998 |
Instructions for CMLS Processing | Version 5 Outsourcing |
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| 1998-0116 1998 |
Offline Data Load | Version 5.3 GUI General instructions on using Offline Data Load procedures. |
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| 1998-0115 12/17/1998 |
Copying Files Using Windows95 | Version 5.4 GUI Basic information on using tools available in Windows95 or higher machines. |
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| 1998-0112 12/4/1998 |
Recommended Procedures for Dividing the Reader Services Queue By Last Name | Version 5.6 character |
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| 1998-0110 11/2/1998 |
Procedures for Taking a Cassette Book In and Out of Repair in Non Copy-Specific Libraries | Version 5.4 |
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| 1998-0109 10/29/1998 |
Books in Series | Version 5.5 Information on setting up and using series codes. |
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| 1998-0108 11/1998 |
KLAS Inventory Routines | Version 5 Step by step instructions for the inventory process. Includes instructions for copy-specific and non-copy specific libraries. |
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| 1998-0107 10/5/1998 |
Changing The IBM4227 Printer For Different Form Stock | Instructions for changing the paper stock in the IBM 4227 printer. |
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| 1998-0106 1998 |
How to Use Results to Write A Series Code Report with Author and Title | Version 5 GUI Results Could be replaced by Holdings - Reports - Series Listing Report. |
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| 1998-0105 4/1998 |
How to Use KLAS Notice Manager | Version 5 GUI Information on editing notices and printing them from various modules. |
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| 1998-0104 8/1998 |
How to Reconcile and Update Author Queries | Version 5 GUI Instructions on using Batch Update to change Author Records. See also 1999-0106 Authority and 2000-0109 Using Batch Update. |
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| 1998 | How to Write a Patron HasNow List Report in ResultsŪ | Version 5.3 GUI Results Can now be accomplished with F6 on the HasNow screen. |
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