NEON Lite
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NEON Lite is intended to be used by corporate, government, or non-profit organizations who do not identify student accounts. |
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Searching the AMAC Repository
AMAC’s repository contains thousands of book files. Use the search tool in NEON Lite to find a book title. There are 2 ways to search the AMAC Repository:
The Find Tool
- Click the “FIND” tool in the blue navigation bar
- Use the pull down menus and form fields to search for Books by; Book Title, Publisher, Author Name, or even ISBN.
Book Quick Search Tool
Using the Search Field, enter information related to the book and click search.
- You can use a wide variety of search information including: Book Title, Publisher, Author Name, or even ISBN.
- Use as much or as little search terms as you like.
Managing Your Book Orders
Placing Orders
- Click on ‘Add a New Order’ in the blue navigation bar.
- Complete the necessary fields on the form that appears.
- Click “Add”
Remember you much complete at least all of the fields that have a red asterisk next to them. The following is a list of fields included on the ‘Add a New Order’ form:
- Title (required): The full and complete title of the book as it appears in print.
- Author (required): At least the primary author or first listed on the printed copy – or as many/much that is allowed by the field.
- Edition: Many books are updated and reprinted. Some books contain regional or school specific information. Those reprints represent a special edition of the book. It is important to enter the edition from the printed copy of the book to ensure you get the correct version of the book.
- Copyright: Copyright refers to the year the material was copyright protected. It can typically be found on one of the first few pages of the printed book. Look for the word copyright and a year date. It is often accompanied by a letter ‘c’ enclosed in a circle ©.
- Publisher (required): Because book titles cannot be copy written (only content) it is important to list the publisher of the book being requested.
- ISBN (required): This identifier number code is unique to the book. Books can have either 10 or 13 numbered ISBNs. They can often be found on the first few pages of matter in a book and also along with the books bar code. You can enter either the 10 or 13 digit code into the order form.
- Alternative Media Format (required): Some NEON Lite users have the option to choose the type of alternative / accessible file type. If you are provided access to this feature simply choose from:
- Audio on CD
- Braille
- Electronic Text
- Electronic Text Format (required): AMAC produces two (2) types of Electronic Text formats; PDF or DOC. If ‘Electronic Text’ is chosen in the ‘Alternative Media Format’ field, then a format should be specified in this field.
- Course Start Date (required): Electronic files are available for download for a 120 day period following the start of a course. By filling in a date in this filed you are essentially setting the download timer/download time period for the electronic book file.
- Attach File: This function is used when the person ordering has a version in electronic format but requires assistance with the production of a new/different file format. Click the ‘Choose File’ button and navigate to the file on your hard drive. When you click ‘Add’ at the end of the ordering process this file will be attached to your order.
- Notes: In this filed you can include any other relevant information about the order.
Track Orders
Order Statuses explanation:
- Cancelled: Order has been cancelled.
- Completed: Order has been processed.
- Need More Information: Oder is unclear and requires further instructions before processing can take place.
- New: Waiting processing.
- Processing: These orders are being produced.
Download Book Files (E-Text)
- From the Dashboard (home page of NEON Lite), click on the word/link ‘Completed’ in the status table.
- A list of all completed orders will be displayed on the screen.
- Click on the ‘View’ icon next to the order of the book you wish to download.
- In the ‘Fulfillment’ section of the Order click on the ‘]download file'’ link.
View Reports
- Alert Orders: Similar to needs more information, orders that are in alter require attention by the party who placed the order. These orders remain on hold until issues are resolved.
- All Orders: This displays a summary of all orders ever placed including the order status.
- Book Pages per Order: This report allows NEON users who pay for production by the page to monitor the amount of production that have requested in an effort to stay within budget and to reconcile book file purchases.
- Downloaded Software: Some members as part of t heir membership agreement have access to AMAC assistive technology partner software. This report will allow members to monitor the distribution of that software by tallying download activity.
- Installment Orders: Based on the volume of production or the format requested it may be prudent for an order to be delivered in parts. This report will allow users to monitor the progress of partially fulfilled orders.
- Orders by Alternative Media Format: This report will group and tally the number of orders placed for each file format.
- Orders by Status: This report will group and tally the number of orders based on their phase of production.
Download Assistive Technology Software
To access the software download page:
- Click on the ‘Download Software’ link
- Choose from the list of software titles and click the ‘title’ link to begin the download.
Access to software depends on membership level.
