FAQ: Screen

Q: What screen sizes are available?
A: theVideoCards offers screen sizes including 2.4”, 2.8”, 3”, 4”, 4.3”, 4.5”, 5”, 7”, and 10″.

Q: What are the specifications of a 2.4” or 2.8” screen?
A: These screens have a 4:3 aspect ratio and a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels.

Q: What are the specifications of a 3” screen?
A: It has a 16:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 640 x 360 pixels.

Q: What are the specifications of a 4.3” screen?
A: It has a 16:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels.

Q: What are the specifications of a 4” or 4.5” screen?
A: They have a 16:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels.

Q: What are the specifications of a 5” screen?
A: It has a 16:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels.

Q: What are the specifications of a 7” screen?
A: It has a 16:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels.

Q: What are the specifications of a 10” screen?
A: It has a 16:9 aspect ratio and resolutions of 1024 x 600 or 1240 x 800 pixels.

Q: What is an IPS screen?
A: IPS screens have a wider viewing angle and better color accuracy.

Q: What is a TN screen?
A: TN screens are more cost-effective but offer lower image quality.

Q: How are screens measured?
A: Screens are measured diagonally from corner to corner.

Q: Can the screen be positioned vertically in the brochure?
A: Yes, the screen can be positioned vertically, and the video file must be encoded accordingly.

Q: What is the recommended video resolution and aspect ratio for my chosen screen size?
A: To ensure the best visual quality and avoid distortion, we recommend encoding your video content to match the exact resolution and aspect ratio of your selected screen. For example, your video should ideally be 1024×600 pixels for a 7″ (1024×600) screen. We provide specific guidelines for each screen size.

Q: How do screen brightness levels affect playback and battery life?
A: Brighter screen settings consume more battery power, which can reduce the overall playback time. We can set the default brightness level for your brochures, or, if requested, we can enable to adjust brightness via buttons (typical on our Video Stands).

Q: Can the screen display still images or slideshows?
A: Yes, in addition to video content, our screens can display still images or run a slideshow of images. Buttons can be configured to navigate through images or trigger a slideshow automatically.

Q: What is the lifespan of a video brochure screen?
A: The LCD screens in our video brochures are designed for longevity, typically providing many thousands of hours of operation under normal conditions. Their lifespan is generally limited more by battery degradation over years of use than by screen failure itself.

Q: What happens if there’s no video content loaded on the brochure?
A: If a video brochure is powered on without video content loaded, the screen will typically display “No File” message.

Q: Can the screen show a static image before video playback begins?
A: Yes, it’s a common feature to have a static splash screen or image display for a few seconds before the main video content automatically begins playing.