Equipment Collection

What are Amazon Fire Tablets?

An Amazon Fire tablet is a high-performance tablet and eReader all-in-one device. Our Fire Tablets are preloaded with an extensive collection of popular adult and teen eBooks. In addition, we’ve included apps for our premier digital platforms, including Libby by OverDrive, Cloud Library, Axis 360, Biblioboard, PressReader, hoopla, Kanopy and Freegal Music.

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Borrowing, Renewing and Returning

• Adults and teens (Grades 6–12) need a Fountaindale Public Library card to borrow an Amazon Fire Tablet.
• Visit the 2nd Floor Service Desk to check out a Fire Tablet or pick up a tablet on hold.
• Patrons can borrow one Fire Tablet per card at a time.
• Patrons can place one hold per card at a time.
• The loan period for the Fire Tablets is 21 days, and they are eligible for one renewal as long as no one has a hold on it.
• Fire Tablets must be returned to the 2nd Floor Service Desk.
• A $25 fee will be assessed if returned to any other desk or any of our book drops.

What is included?

• Amazon Fire Tablet
• AC Adaptor
• USB Cable
• Amazon Fire Cover
• Carrying Case
• Quick Start Guide

Lost & Damaged

• If an Amazon Fire Tablet is 28 days overdue, your account will be billed the full retail cost of the item.
• Damaged tablets and accessories will be billed at replacement cost.

Need help? Check out our Fire Tablet Quick Start Guide >

Thanks to the generous support of the Friends of Fountaindale Library, we now have a collection of American Girl and Barbie dolls available for checkout. You can browse our full collection of dolls online before placing a hold. Are you interested in taking one of our new friends home with you? Place a hold today!

What is included?

• American Girl doll kits include a doll, two sets of clothes (including pajamas) and a character storybook.
• Barbie doll kits include a doll, a single set of clothes and a character storybook.
• Accessories may vary.

Borrowing, Renewing and Returning

• You need a Fountaindale Public Library card to borrow a doll.
• Visit the Children’s Services Desk to borrow and return the dolls. Returns will not be accepted at other service desks.
• You can borrow one kit per library card. Kits include the American Girl dolls, Barbie dolls, STEAMboxes and more.
• American Girl and Barbie dolls are lent for one week and eligible for one renewal provided no one has placed a hold on it.
• You can place up to three holds on American Girl and Barbie dolls.

Lost & Damaged

• If a doll is 28 days overdue, your account will be billed the full retail cost of the item.
• Damaged dolls and accessories will be billed at replacement cost.

Borrowing a Chromebook

Fountaindale Library cardholders and Pinnacle library cardholders ages 8 and older may borrow a Chromebook to use while inside the library. Chromebooks can be checked out from the 3rd Floor Service Desk, Vortex and Children’s Services Desk for up to four hours at a time. Learn more…

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What is a mobile hotspot?

• A mobile hotspot is a portable device that allows you to connect any Wi-Fi-enabled device to the internet.
• Enjoy 4G data speed on up to eight devices at a time.
• Our hotspots provide fast and free internet that is perfect for travel, vacations, work or home.
• Check out a Hotspot today!

What is included:

• Case
• Hotspot
• Charging cable
• Wall charger
• QR instruction card

Instructions:

1. Power on the hotspot.
2. Select Wi-Fi connections on your device.
3. Select the name of the hotspot (listed on the device).
4. Enter password (listed on the device).

Checkout Requirements:

• Patron must be Fountaindale Library cardholder.
• Library cards must be in good standing (fees under $20).

Checkout Rules:

• 14 day checkout period.
• Hotspots can be renewed one time, provided there are no holds.
• Hotspots must be returned to the 2nd Floor Service Desk.
• A $25 fee will be assessed if returned to any other desk or any of our book drops.
• Hotspot data will be disabled if the device is overdue.

Replacement cost:

If the hotspot comes back with any missing parts, a replacement cost will be charged to the patron’s account.

• Hotspot: $140
• Case: $20
• Wall charger: $10
• Charging cable: $10

Borrowing a Nook

• Our Nooks are preloaded with a variety of popular books for children, tweens and teens.
• Nooks are lent for 21 days and are eligible for two renewals provided no one has placed a hold on them.
• Children and tweens can visit Children’s Services to borrow a Nook.
• Teens can borrow a Nook preloaded with popular YA selections or with their high school summer reading titles. Both options are available throughout the year in the Vortex.
• Check out a Nook today!

Returning a Nook

• Please return children and tween Nooks to the Children’s Services Desk and teen Nooks to the Vortex to avoid damage to our Nooks.
• If Nooks are returned to any other location, your account will be charged a fee of $20.

Lost & Damaged

• If a Nook is 28 days overdue, your account will be billed the full retail price of the device.
• Nooks cannot be returned once billed.
• Damaged Nooks will be charged $25, plus applicable warranty costs.
• Damaged pieces will be billed at replacement cost.

What are Rokus?

Rokus are powerful streaming players that offer various content across hundreds of channels, both free and by subscription. Our library currently offers nine channels, including several popular platforms such as Disney+, Netflix and HBO Now. Our Rokus also have digital copies of many of the movies from our physical collection through the Vudu app.

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What’s Included in the Case?

• Roku Ultra Device
• Case
• Remote and Case
• AC Adapter/Power Cord
• HDMI Cable
• Fountaindale Roku Quick Start Guide

Checkout Requirements:

• Patron must be a Fountaindale Library cardholder.
• Library cards must be in good standing (fees under $20).

Checkout Rules

• Two-week checkout period.
• Rokus can be renewed one time provided there are no holds.
• Rokus must be returned to the 2nd Floor Service Desk.
• A $25 fee will be assessed if returned to any other desk or any of our book drops.
• Roku data will be disabled if the device is overdue, and the patron will be billed the full replacement cost.

Replacement Cost

If the Roku Ultra Player comes back with any missing parts, a replacement cost will be charged to the patron’s account.

• Roku Ultra: $89.99
• Case: $18
• Remote: $10
• Remote Case: $6
• AC adapter and power cord: $10
• HDMI Cable: $6

Need help? Check out our Roku Patron Guide >

What are STEAMboxes?

Our STEAMboxes have been carefully designed to educate and entertain the curious minds of K–12 students. Each kit focuses on a different science, technology, engineering, art or math topic and includes equipment and instructions for hands-on activities. Check out a STEAMbox today!

Borrowing, Renewing and Returning

• STEAMboxes designed for kids in grades K–5 and teens in grades 6–12 are located in Children’s Services.
• STEAMboxes are lent for 21 days and eligible for two renewals provided no one has placed a hold on them.
• You can borrow one kit per library card. Kits include the American Girl dolls, Barbie dolls, STEAMboxes and more.
• All STEAMboxes should be returned to our 1st Floor Circulation Desk.

Studio 300 is a unique space that lets you use equipment such as maker technology, microphones, music instruments, cameras, cables and much more!

Non-circulating equipment can only be used while in Studio 300. Circulating equipment can be borrowed for up to five days. All Studio 300 equipment must be checked out and returned to the Studio Services Desk.

Our circulating equipment includes:

• Cameras
• Headphones
• Microphones
• Tripods
• Video camcorders

Our non-circulating equipment includes:

• Audio-Technica Turntable
• MacBooks
• Music instruments
• Various microphones for audio and video recording

Our maker technology includes:

• Brother SE-400 Embroidery Machine
• Carvey CNC Desktop Fabrication Machine
• Hic Top CR-10 3D Printer
• KNK Zing Air Computerized Vinyl Cutter and Heat Press
• Makerbot 2 3D Printer
• Silhouette Cameo

View a full list of our current Studio 300 equipment.

What are Vinyl Records?

A vinyl record is an analog sound medium in a flat disc engraved with spiral grooves that produce sound. Records are made of a polyvinyl chloride plastic called vinyl. To play a vinyl record, a record player or turntable is required.

What makes Vinyl Records so special?

Audiophiles will argue that vinyl records produce the best sound quality. When you listen to a vinyl record, you hear uncompressed music that sounds just how the artist intended. There is no tone loss due to the compression of digital music files. Vinyl records bring a colorful, textured, warmth which results in a unique and characterful sound. Vinyl records are an experience. Listening to vinyl provides a tangible quality that just can’t be replicated in the digital realm: the large artwork, the ritual of flipping the record from one side to the other and the general sense of nostalgia. The vinyl ritual allows you to appreciate music, put everything aside and listen. Vinyl records and record players can be expensive; patrons may enjoy our collection and test out records and players before deciding to purchase for themselves.

What’s in Fountaindale’s Vinyl Record Collection?

Our collection has over 450 vinyl records that are categorized in the following genres: classical, country, holiday, jazz, pop, rock, R&B, rap, soundtrack, Spanish and world. We have older albums, classics and the newest releases across all genres. Our collection also features 15-20 portable record players and accessories. Our record players are from Victrola and Crosley and come in a variety of fun colors and patterns. We also have plastic cases that you can check out to hold and transport vinyl records.

Where is the Vinyl Record Collection located?

The Vinyl Record Collection is located on the second floor in the AV area. They are shelved in front of the music CDs.

Browse our entire vinyl collection  |  Reserve a portable record player

Checkouts and Returns

• All vinyl records, portable record players and cases can be checked out at any self-check station inside the building.
• Vinyl records and players are not available for pickup through the Drive-Thru window.
• Vinyl records and cases check out for 3 weeks; 2 renewals if no holds
• Record players check out for 2 weeks; 1 renewal if no holds
• Limit of 5 vinyl records and 1 record player per card
• Vinyl records and players must be returned inside to the Circulation desk.
• Vinyl records may be returned in the book drops ONLY if they are inside one of our plastic record cases.
• Vinyl records, record players and cases cannot be returned through our automated return machine.

What’s included in the Portable Record Player kits?

The portable record players are checked out as one kit.  Each kit comes with the following accessories in a bag that is tied to the record player handle:

• RCA Cable (Red and White Cable)
• AUX Cable (3.5mm Headphone Jack)
• AC Power Adaptor
• Accessories Bag

Lost & Damaged

• Lost or damaged vinyl records, record players and accessories will be billed at replacement cost.