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Chapter 4: Bibliographic Records
Accessing Another Library’s Bib Records Using Z39.50
You can access other library databases using the Z39.50 protocol. (For example, you
can search the Library of Congress.) The Z39.50 protocol standardizes how different
types of library systems share database information. Using this protocol, users can
search and retrieve cataloging information from libraries on different automation
systems if they have a compatible Z39.50 server.
You can search remote and local Z39.50 databases from staff searching. When you
find the records that you want, you can send them to the MARC Editor to modify
them and then save them into your library’s Horizon database.
Before you can use this feature, your system administrator must set it up. (For
instructions, see “Z39.50 Communication” in the “Searching Setup” chapter of the
System Administration Guide.)
If you access a Z39.50 server that requires a login (such as OCLC),
you must know the login for your library’s access and must use it
to enter that server. (For more information, see your system
administrator.)
To access another library’s bib records using Z39.50
1
Start the Z39.50 Search process.
The default location of this process is the Searching folder on the navigation
bar.
2
Do one of these options:
If this
Do this
If your system is already connected
to a Z39.50 server, Horizon displays
a Search window for that server.
To search the server to which you are connected,
continue with step 3.
OR
To search another server, do these steps:
• Click Z39.50 Server.
• Highlight the server that you want to use.
• Click Connect.
Horizon displays a Search window for that
server.
If your system is not connected to a
Z39.50 server, Horizon displays the
Select a Z39.50 Server dialog box.
1. Highlight the server that you want to search.
2. Click Connect.
Horizon displays a Search window for that
server.
Note: You can search only one server at a time.
3
Highlight an index in the Z39.50 Indexes window.
4
Enter a search term in the Search for field.
5
Click Search.
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