FAQ: Buttons and Controls
Everything you wanted to know about controlling a video brochure with buttons or a touchscreen.
Everything you wanted to know about controlling a video brochure with buttons or a touchscreen.
Q: Which products include buttons?
A: Any brochure 7” x 5” and larger includes up to 5 buttons.
Q: What is the maximum number of buttons on a brochure?
A: The maximum number of buttons on a brochure is 12. The price includes the first 5 buttons for brochures 7” x 5” and larger; each additional button is $0.35.
Q: Can buttons be assigned to video files?
A: Yes, buttons can be assigned to video files. A button for About our product can start playing a video named 01-our-product.mp4, and the button Testimonial can start the playback of the video 02-testimonial.mp4, for example.
Q: Can buttons be used to play images?
A: Yes, buttons can also be used to playback images. Images can be played as a standalone slideshow, or the buttons next and previous can be used to browse through the uploaded images.
Q: What are the standard functions of buttons?
A: The default configuration is NEXT, PREVIOUS, PAUSE, VOLUME UP, and VOLUME DOWN buttons. The buttons NEXT and PREVIOUS skip to the next video when pressed once, and Fast Forward and Rewind when pressed and held.
Q: Can the volume buttons be replaced with a volume wheel?
A: Yes, volume buttons can be replaced for a volume wheel on the side of the brochure for an extra fee.
Q: Are touch-screen brochures available?
A: Yes, 7” and 10” brochures are available with touchscreens. On touchscreen brochures, all navigation is done on the screen itself.
Q: Can buttons be customized in appearance or placement?
A: Yes, the design and placement of buttons can be customized.
Q: Can buttons be programmed to perform actions other than playing videos or images?
A: Yes, buttons can be programmed for additional functions such as mute/unmute, specific navigation commands, or adjusting brightness.
Q: Is there tactile feedback when pressing a button?
A: Yes, our standard physical buttons provide clear tactile feedback when pressed, confirming user input.
Q: What are the advantages of physical buttons vs. a touchscreen for navigation?
A: Physical buttons offer a tactile, familiar experience for straightforward playback. They are less expensive. Touchscreens allow for more complex interactive menus and a sleek aesthetic.
Q: How are button functions uploaded or changed after production?
A: Button functions are programmed during production and are fixed and not user-changeable after the brochures are produced.