GENERAL
What is ARIUX?
ARIUX (Augmented Reality Interactive User Experience) uses augmented reality, which combines printing and digital media to create a multidimensional interactive user experience in real-time that is both physical and virtual. It brings classic books into the digital age by giving them a new life with sound, three-dimensional imagery and animation and user interaction.
How does it work?
Steps to start playing ARIUX
- Install ARIUX software on the computer (both PC and Mac are supported)
- Hold the page (tracker) in front of the webcam, ARIUX software will recognize the image
- The system tracks the image and plays the configured digital content (2D, 3D, animation, video, texts, etc.) over the image.
- When users interact with the image in front of a webcam, the tracking system follows the movement of the image and plays animation accordingly. By turning the image in front of the webcam, it could triggers a 360 degree view of the 3D content.
What if we already have our own 3D creation?
Leovation will provide production services.
What happens if we don't have creative department?
We will review all provided media assets (2D/3D) and make appropriate modifications according to our engine requirements.
What if somebody do not have a webcam?
A webcam is required on the current version.
What's your typical production schedule?
The general lead time for each AR effect is approximately six weeks; it depends on the complexity of each scene.
Can we have the same AR effects on 10 different pages or more?
Yes, you can have up to 20 different pages on the current version.
Are there any demos I can play with?
Please find demos from our website "
http://www.ariux.com/ariux_demo.php"
What happens after all AR effects are finished playing?
It could end in different ways (e.g. contents could be reloaded automatically; or after a keyboard key is hit), it depends on your preference.
Can we use ARIUX on books with photos only, without cartoon drawings?
(All of our books are photo reference, we don't have cartoon, how can we use ARIUX?)
Photos can be track-able as well, it depends on the images and also its printing material. We will run a Tracker Feasibility test on a printed sample to make sure it is track-able Please see document "Tracking Prerequisites" for detailed information.
Does it work on any book pages?
It depends on whether the pages could be tracked by the software. Please see document "Tracking Prerequisites" for detailed information.
How can we work together (since you are based in Hong Kong) ?
We have been working successfully with clients from around the world. Normally, we would exchange information via e-mail, FTP sites, telephone, and video conference.
Can you create games?
Yes.
Can I interact with the 3D models?
Users can interact with 3D content in various ways. The following movements are supported by the current release:
- Push object
- Dodge object
- Press a button or a menu
Can you do video production for me?
It depends on the complexity of the video.
How would end users know which pages has ARIUX?
An indicator icon could be printed on designated pages to identify them with AR effects.
Can our clients (end users) request full support from Leovation?
Currently we only provide full support to our direct clients, however, our FAQ section should have the right answers to the general public.
When will the mobile version be available? And in what platform?
Mobile version are already available for iOS (iPhone 3GS, 4 & iPad 2) and Android.
If we find an issue with the software, can we submit a bug?
How would we submit the bug?
Please contact Leovation by submitting a
Request Form.
What are the minimum system requirement for Webcam greetings?
ARIUX recommends the following computer configuration - For PC Users
ARIUX recommends the following computer configuration - For MAC users
USING AUGMENTED REALITY
How do these Virtual 3D Popup work?
- Hold your card steady. Quick, jerky motions limit detection by your webcam.
- Use under normal lighting conditions. Direct or bright lights can create glares.
- Hold the card around one foor away from your camera; if your card is too far away are more difficult to detect.
- Make sure the card is not bent or folded. Cards with creases can impair their detection.
- Avoid titling the card to extreme orientations in front of your camera. Partially visible cards cannot be detected.
- If you are still experiencing any issues with detection, please close and restart the application.
Does it matter what kind of webcam I have? Internal or external?
Augmented reality works with most webcams. See: What are the minimum system requirements for augmented reality?
How close should I hold my card to the webcam?
For best results, hold the front of your book about 12 inches away from the webcam.
I can't see the front of the animation? Why do I need to tilt the card?
- Tilting the book allows you to see the animation fully.
- Why do I need to turn the book? When do I turn the book.
- Once the animation either stops or starts to loop, turn the card. Turning will either show you another scene or show you a 360° view of the animation.
I can see myself while the animation is playing. Is that the way this is supposed to be?
Yes.
Why does the animation not work?
See End User Troubleshooting Guide or
Be sure to check the following
- Your webcam is plugged in and installed correctly
- YOUR WEBCAM IS NOT ON BEFORE YOU LAUNCH THE "VIRTUAL POP-UP APPLICATION"
- You're in a well lit room; your sound is on
- You've chosen the correct activation page
- You're holding the front of the card 12 inches away from the webcam
- You've waited a few seconds for the animation to start before you start moving the card around
- You've titled and rotated the card to see more of the animation
- YOU ARE USING A SUPPORTED COMPUTER, BROWSER, OPERATION SYSTEM AND WEBCAM.
I have a Macintosh and webcam greetings are not working. Why?
The minimum system requirements for a Mac are:
Hardware:
Processor: Intel processor required
Note: Please check Apple ->About This Mac->More Info...->"Graphics/Display" Tag
Software:
Mac OS 10.4, 10.5 and 10.6
Browser:
Safari 3.x recommended
Firefox 3.5.x
UNINSTALLATION
How do I uninstall the augemented reality software?
For PC(latest)
- Click on Start->All Programs->User's Name Books
- Click on the "Book's Name" that you wnat to uninstall
- Click on uninstall and follow the instructions
For PC(Earlier Version)
- Click on Start->All Programs->Book's Name
- Click on uninstall and follow the instructions
For Mac
- Drag the "Book's Name Application" you want to remove to the trash
