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Authorized User

What is an Authorized User?

NIMAC Authorized Users (AUs) are designated by a State Coordinator. Once an AU is registered with the NIMAC, the AU can search for and download files, or assign files to Authorized Media Producers (AMPs) for conversion into required formats.

FAQ

Searching the NIMAC

A quick how-to video for searching the NIMAC. Includes information on various search types, metadata filters, and search results exports.

Downloading NIMAS Files

A quick how-to video for Authorized Users on downloading NIMAS files.

How to Use the NIMAC Watchlist Feature

A quick how-to video for Authorized Users and Accessible Media Producers on using the Watchlist.

How to Use the Watchlist Memo Field

A quick how-to video for Authorized Users and Accessible Media Producers on utilizing the Memo Field in the Watchlist.

Authorized Users Updates

  • DAISY Pipeline NIMAS to EPUB Conversion

    The DAISY Pipeline is a free tool that can be used to convert NIMAS to EPUB. NIMAS is a subset of DAISY 3 (DTBook), and the Pipeline script is called “DTBook to EPUB 3.” The Pipeline uses this script to convert a NIMAS file to a student-ready EPUB file. Check out this short how-to video…

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  • NIMAS Contract Language Handout

    The NIMAC supports students with disabilities by helping ensure that an accessible format can be produced when a need is identified. We receive files in “NIMAS” format from publishers, and these files are used to produce formats like braille, EPUB, DAISY and large print. All states and districts that coordinate with the NIMAC are obligated…

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  • Free Training Courses for Braille Transcribers Working with NIMAS Files

    In the first half of 2022, the NIMAC was pleased to offer two free online courses to support braille transcribers who work with NIMAS files. These courses are archived here.

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  • Spring 2021 NIMAC Updates

    This webinar covers many important NIMAC updates including: the new NLS guidelines and updated NIMAC agreements, the new NIMAS Validation tool development, the NIMAC’s technical assistance “gap analysis work,” and more. You can also download the Powerpoint (available in English or Spanish) to keep for future reference!

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  • New NLS Guidelines–February 2021

    In February 2021, the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled issued new eligibility guidelines. The NIMAC has updated its NIMAC Coordination Agreement and Limitation of Use Agreement to align with the changes. For more information you can download the Powerpoint (available in English or Spanish).

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