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Q: How do I upload video footage from my computer to VideoBloom's Video Management Platform?
A:
- Convert your video into an acceptable format (See Question 3 below, for acceptable file formats.)
- Using VideoBloom's Video Management Platform, create an account, log in, and click "Upload video."
- You will be prompted to "Choose File," in one of the supported formats (.flv, .mov, .avi, .wmv, .mpeg4, .mp4, & .mpeg).
- Once you have titled and described your video, click "Upload Video." Once the uploading has been completed, check your video by going to "My Videos."
Q: What file formats do you accept?
A: VideoBloom accepts video in a wide range of popular formats, including FLV's, QuickTime, Windows Media, and RealVideo. Files formats include .flv, .mov, .avi, .wmv, .mpeg4, .mp4, & .mpeg
The fastest way to get your videos into VideoBloom's Video Management Platform is to submit each file in MPEG4 format with MP3 audio or MPEG2 format with MP3 audio.
It is important to note that some formats may cause problems due to codec differences, and in certain cases, we may not be able to add your video at all.
Here are our preferred video specs:
- NTSC (4:3) size and frame rate, deinterlaced
- Video Codec: MPEG2 or MPEG4 (MPEG4 preferred)
- Video Bitrate: at least 260Kbps (400kbps preferred)
- Audio Codec: MP3
- Audio Bitrate: at least 70Kbps (128 Kbps preferred)
Q: What are the system upload requirements? Is there a size limitation or a maximum number of videos I can upload?
A: You can upload as many videos as you like, with size or length limitations specified in our Video Management Plans. However, we do require the following: You must be operating on Windows 98SE or higher or, Mac 10.1 or higher. You'll need a broadband connection to upload video.
Q: What are the technical requirements for my video to be uploaded onto VideoBloom's Video Management Platform?
A:
- The video must be in a format we accept. (See question 3 above.)
- The video must contain recognizable video content. (Video container files that do not contain video will not be accepted).
- The frame rate should be above 12 frames per second.
- The video metadata must be accurate and relevant to the content you upload. (No spam!)
- The video must be at least 10 seconds long.
Q: All my videos are on physical media such as VHS, Beta or DVD. Can I mail you my videos?
A: At this time, we accept video on DVD only. However, if you have videos on other physical media like VHS or Beta, we can outsource the conversion process upon request.
Q: Can I remove my videos after I upload them?
A: There is a "delete" function on the "My Videos" page that can be found under "Actions." The video will be deleted immediately and permanently from your account.
Q: What does VideoBloom do with the personal information I submit when I create an account?
A: In order to upload video, you'll have to provide some unique information such as your name and email address. This information will be used only for purposes of the VideoBloom Video Management Platform unless you specify otherwise. Please review our Privacy Policy and the Terms of Use for more information.
Q: Do I have to take hosting?
A: No. However, most of our clients choose this low cost option to take advantage of the valuable tracking features.
Q: If I select either the Premium or Custom products, how many rounds of changes are included in the prices quoted?
A: We provide one storyboard review and one video review. If you require more than one round of changes, a surcharge will be added for each additional round of changes. Video editing fees are based on a rate of $85 per hour.
Q: How do I embed my Video or Playlist?
A:
Before we get started.
1. You will need access to the source code, if you do not have access to your source code you will not be able to embed your video.
2. Are you using a specific CMS (Content Management System) such as Word Press, Drupal, Joomla, Meda Wiki, ect. If so, this how-to may not specifically apply to you.
To embed your Video (Full Instructions)
1. Assuming you are already logged in, CLICK on the 'Video Management' Tab.
2. Now you should see all of your Videos displayed.
3. At this point there are two ways to get your embed code.
1. Either from the embed icon "< >" located on each playlist item
2. Or, from the edit page for your Video
4. For simplicity we will click on the icon that looks like "< >" that is found underneath the thumbnail for the Video you would like to embed.
5. When clicked you will find a page that shows your Video within the Single-title player.
6. Under the Panel title "Embed Video" you will see a box titled 'Code' with a bunch of 'code' in it.
7. Select that code and copy it. (Win: ctrl+C or Mac: cmd+C)
8. Locate the source code of your web page, and paste the Copied Embed into your web page.
9. Save this, and publish/upload your web page.
To embed your Playlist (Full Instructions)
1. Assuming you are already logged in, CLICK on the 'Video Management' Tab.
2. Once on the Video Management page, click on the 'Playlists' link in the sub-navigation.
3. Now you should see all of your Playlists displayed.
4. At this point there are two ways to get your embed code.
1. Either from the embed icon "< >" located on each playlist item
2. Or, from the edit page for the Playlist
5. For simplicity we will click on the icon that looks like "< >" that is found underneath the thumbnail for the playlist you would like to embed.
6. When clicked you will find a page that shows your Playlist within the Multi-title player.
7. Under the Panel title "Embed Playlist" you will see a box titled 'Code' with a bunch of 'code' in it.
8. Select that code and copy it. (Win: ctrl+C or Mac: cmd+C)
9. Locate the source code of your web page, and paste the Copied Embed into your web page.
10. Save this, and publish/upload your web page.
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