Borrow Equipment from Avon Lake Public Library
We have new ways to access media, yours and ours, new and old. All equipment can be checked out. You must be 18 or older, show photo ID with current address at the time of checkout, and sign an agreement to borrow equipment.
Holds may be placed on equipment through our online catalog.
Most items circulate for seven (7) days (some for 21 days, as indicated) and all are subject to a $1/day overdue fine.
Renewals or extended loans cannot be made online but can be made by Library staff at their discretion. Partially damaged equipment or equipment returned with parts missing will be billed at Library discretion.
Laptops
Cameras
Chromebook
Laptop designed to be used primarily while connected to the Internet. Cloud and USB storage.
GoPro Hero4 Black Camera and Accessories
Camera and accessories, including extra battery packs, head mount and tripod.
TV Antenna
Video Players
Indoor digital HDTV antenna
Pick up all over-the-air programming in your area. Easily access to local news, weather, sitcoms, kids and sports, educational programs etc.
NOTE: TV reception depends on the distance from your home to the transmitting tower and the surrounding environmants.
SONY 3D 4k upscaling Blu-Ray/DVD player
Get the most out of your 4K Ultra HD TV by upscaling the quality of your Blu-ray movies to near 4K quality. 4K Ultra HD discs are not supported. The upscaling chip also improves the quality of online content and upconverts DVD's to near HD quality for an improved viewing experience.
VHS Tape/DVD player
Combines the picture and sound advantages of a DVD player with the convenient playback options of a video cassette player.
Slide Scanners
For scanning 35mm negatives into digital files.
Ion Omni scan slide scanner
Scans all color or monochrome 35mm negatives and mounted slides, and converts images to digital JPEG files.
Film Converters
Film2 Digital Moviemaker
Converts 8mm and Super8 film to digital files.
Photo Scanners
Doxie Go SE Photo and Document Scanner
Doxie Go makes scanning your paper easy. Just charge it up and turn it on, anywhere – insert your documents, photos, cards, and receipts to scan, archive, and share. No computer or device required – just insert your sheet.
Taotronics
Portable “wand” scans to PDF or JPG (roll-across method) to memory card. AA batteries required.
Audio Convertors
Handy Trax USB Portable Turntable
EZcap portable audio cassette tape to MP3 converter
Easily convert your old tape to MP3 without a computer! Convert all of the music on tape to your USB Flash disk in MP3 format automatically.
Card Readers
eSecure Mini Card Reader
Internet at Home
Netgear Zing Mobile Hotspot
Connect to the Internet via 4G or LTE signal. Use wherever you can use most cell phones. These portable devices can be charged by USB and AC adaptor.
Netgear Cellular Modem
Enables computers and other devices to connect to the Internet. Requires a electrical outlet.
Rokus
Roku
Stream movies and television for free from many services, including VUDU, Prime Video, Netflix and SlingTV. Internet connection required.
Game Consoles
Playstation
Plays supported games, DVDs, Blu-ray discs, and music CDs.
Wii
Wii and Wii U. Plays supported games and includes two Wiimotes and two Nunchucks.
Xbox
Xbox 360 and Xbox One. Plays supported games, DVDs, and music CDs.
E-Readers
Kindle Touch
Preloaded with ebooks purchased by the Library.
Check out at the Information Desk. 21-day loan.
Kindle Paperwhite
Preloaded with ebooks purchased by the Library.
Check out at the Information Desk. 21-day loan.
Nook Touch
Preloaded with ebooks purchased by the Library.
Check out at the Information Desk. 21-day loan.
Launchpads
Launchpad
Tablets with thematic, pre-loaded content for children.
21-day loan.
Telescopes
Astroscan Telescope Kit
A telescope for any age. It’s easy to use, simple to position, and effortless to transport. Designed so efficiently that even inexperienced astronomers will feel confident navigating the controls. It’s a precision instrument that provides powerful, razor-sharp views of our universe.
Meters
Speck Indoor Air Quality Monitor
The Speck detects fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in your indoor environment and informs you about changes and trends in particle concentration.
Radon Gas Detection Meter
Kill A Watt Electricity Usage Monitor
Mini Temperature Humidity Monitor
Use for temperature and humidity readings during storage.
Thermal Imager
A non-contact temperature measurement device detecting the infrared energy emitted.
Speakers
Bluetooth Reciever and Transmitter/Reciever
Connect any audio device to a Bluetooth device - for newer vehicles.
FM Transmitter
Send audio to any nearby FM radio -0 for "old school" vehicles.
Bluetooth Speaker
A wireless stereo system that connects to any Bluetooth enabled device.
Portable Projector Screens
Measured on the diagonal
79" Projector Screen
100" Black VIVO Projection Screen
Viewing Angle: 120 Degree; HD 4:3 Projection, Pull-Up Foldable Stand Tripod.
Projectors
Panasonic LCD Projector
Offering 2000 lumens of light and weighing four pounds, making it light and portable.
Digital Presenter Document Camera
Use to display anything from text on paper to 3 dimensional objects. Zoom lens and base for showing translucent objects.
Apollo Overhead Projector
For powerful presentation capabilities, this overhead projector can brighten up any small room. With a 2000-lumen light output, this projector is perfect for classrooms and small-capacity meeting spaces.
Kodak Medalist Carousel Slide Projector
Reading Aids
Electronic Reading Aid
Transforms your TV into visual reading aid. Connects to your TV using supplied video cable.
Cassette Players
CD/Radio Cassette Recorder
Portable CD and Cassette Boom box with FM/AM radio that plays CDs and cassettes. Record new cassettes with the built-in cassette deck.
Home Health Care
Blood Pressure Kit
Automatically averages your last 3 readings taken over 10 minutes for a more accurate impression. LED Indicator lights clearly show where your readings fall in comparison to medically approved standards. Saves 120 readings.