This article is an abridged translation of the user manual for the CD-ROM version of the Zeitschriftendatenbank, one of the major union catalogues of serials in Western Europe. It provides detailed explanations, in English, for the use of ZDB on CD-ROM. Topics covered include: installation of the search program, searching the database for bibliographic and holdings information, and printing and exporting results. Translations and explanations of German terms used in input and menu displays are given. Uses of keyboard keys and menu headings are also covered. This manual provides English-speaking users access to the ZDB on CD-ROM.