YBI DVD FAQ

Yearbook Interactive™ is dedicated to making sure that you have the best yearbook authoring software available. After reviewing the FAQ for the YBI DVD, you may contact technical support by calling 1-877-463-6924 or by email for additional help.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

General Questions

What is Memories Builder DVD?
Memories Builder is the software application used to create the YBI DVD product. The software is a multimedia program that allows users to produce a dynamic, multi-dimensional yearbook on their computer. The final yearbook is electronically published on a DVD, and is typically a supplement to the printed yearbook. YBI DVD multimedia publications can be viewed using a typical DVD player attached to a TV or computer. The latest version of Memories Builder for DVD is available by calling Yearbook Interactive at 1-877-463-6924.
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What are the system requirements for the YBI DVD Memories Builder software?

Computer System Requirements:

Windows
Windows 2000 or XP
Pentium 4, 1.6 GHz (2 GHz recommended) or comparable AMD processor
256 MB RAM (512 MB recommended)
32 MB Video RAM (128 MB recommended)
Available Hard Disk Space: 15 GB or more

Macintosh
OS X 10.2.8 or greater
G4 1 GHz or Faster (1.5 GHz recommended)
256 MB RAM (512 MB recommended)
32 MB Video RAM (128 MB recommended)
Available Hard Disk Space: 15 GB or more
Mac Pro, Mac Book, Power Mac G4 and G5; iMac flat panel; PowerBook G4; iBook G4

System Settings
Monitor Resolution: 1024 x 768 or higher
Windows PC Color Depth: High Color-16 bit. (True Color-32 bit recommended)
Mac Color Depth: Millions of Colors

Recommended Additional Equipment
Digital Camcorder
Movie Editing Software (e.g. iMovie, Adobe Premier)
Speakers
Digital Camera
A microphone compatible with your specific computer
Photo Editing Software (e.g. Photoshop)
Scanner

How long will it take to create a YBI DVD yearbook?
The average time to author a DVD yearbook is about 6 weeks, and in some cases less than 4 weeks. Be sure to schedule a few days for the process of preparing your project for submission to Yearbook Interactive.
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How much information can a YBI DVD yearbook hold?
A YBI DVD yearbook can contain an hour or more of video footage. Because many different factors affect the size of a project, keep a careful watch on the Space Indicator at the bottom left of the program. The green bar will fill up to indicate how much space you have used. When you have filled the green bar, there is no more room in the project.
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What help is available for the YBI DVD Memories Builder software?
There are several ways of obtaining help with YBI Memories Builder software. First of all, the program includes a Help system which you can access from the Help menu by selecting Memories Builder Help. Secondly, the User's Guide presents a manual for using the software in a print-friendly format. You can access the User's Guide from the installation menu of your software CD. The Yearbook Interactive Web site also contains a number of useful documents and other resources. Finally, tech support representatives are available by calling 877-463-6924 x23.
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How can I provide feedback about the program?
Fill out Yearbook Interactive's online Feedback Form.
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How can I get the latest YBI DVD Memories Builder software?
To obtain the YBI DVD Memories Builder software, call Yearbook Interactive toll-free at 877-463-6924 and ask to speak with a Customer Service Representative.
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How do I install the YBI DVD Memories Builder software?
For Windows users: Install the YBI DVD Memories Builder software from the installation disc. The CD is designed to start installation automatically. If it doesn't start automatically, browse to your CD drive in My Computer and click on it with the right mouse button. From the menu that pops up, choose Open (This should display the contents of the CD), then double-click the Setup(.exe). Click on the first menu item, Install Memories Builder.

For Mac users: Install the YBI DVD Memories Builder software from the installation disc. Double-click the CD icon on your desktop. Double-click the Click to Start icon in the new window that appears. Choose Install Memories Builder from the menu.
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What is QuickTime, and why do I have to install it?
Most Windows and Mac operating systems come with QuickTime already installed. If your computer does not have QuickTime, you will receive a message prompting you to install QuickTime. QuickTime is a small application used to view multimedia files (like audio and video) and is commonly used with your Internet browser. The Memories Builder software uses QuickTime to play its interactive elements. If you need to install this application, simply choose Install QuickTime from the installation menu of your Memories Builder DVD installation disc.
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How is the final product (the DVD yearbook) created?
Yearbook Interactive will create the final DVD yearbook supplement. For any questions about finishing your project, call your Customer Service Representative or 877-463-6924 ext. 23. In summary, after you finish building the pages for your DVD yearbook, ensure that you have received the portable hard drive. Follow the steps in the Finalize Project menu. Finally, return the portable hard drive with your project on it to: (

Yearbook Interactive
Attention: Fulfillment
474 Bearcat Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84115

How do I submit my YBI DVD project and send it to Yearbook Interactive?
For any questions about finishing your project, speak to your Customer Service Representative or call 877-463-6924 ext. 23. Ensure that you have received a portable hard drive from Yearbook Interactive. Follow the steps in the Finalize Project menu. For more information on this process, choose Finalize Project Help from the Finalize Project menu. When finished, return the portable hard drive with your project on it to:

Yearbook Interactive?
Attention: Fulfillment
474 Bearcat Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84115

What if we discover an error after sending our project to Yearbook Interactive?
Schools verify that the submitted files have been proofed for final replication. Yearbook Interactive does not proof or edit the schools' submitted files. All submissions are accepted as final. Check your project carefully before finalizing and sending it to Yearbook Interactive.
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How do I prepare my DVD label artwork?
Artwork files for labels are accepted in Adobe Photoshop (.psd), Adobe InDesign (.indd), and Adobe Illustrator file formats. Download label templates for each of the above applications by clicking on the Support Documents button on the left. Copies of these template files can also be found on the extras disc that comes with your software.
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What is the difference between a sleeve and a hub?
There are a few options available for packaging your YBI DVD as a supplement with your yearbook. The most popular option is to use a hub inside either the front or back cover of your yearbook. A hub is a foam circle that mounts to the printed book and fits precisely the center hole of your disc, thus holding the disc in place with the printed book. A sleeve is clear plastic sleeve that fits the disc comfortably inside it. The backside of the sleeve uses an adhesive to permanently attach to inside front or back cover of your yearbook.
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Using the YBI DVD Memories Builder Software

What video formats can we use?
You can import .mov, .avi (Cinepak or DV-AVI codecs only), .mpg, .dv, and .swf files into your project.
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What image formats can we use?
Image support includes .jpg, .bmp, .png, .gif, .tif, .pic, and .pct formats. (Note: PNG images may have alpha transparency.)
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What sound formats can we use?
You can use WAV, MP3, AIFF, AU, MIDI, and Apple System 7 sounds.
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How do we build our YBI DVD project on multiple computers?
The Memories Builder software provides an Import function (Insert menu item) which allows students to develop different parts of the project on different computers and then to bring them all together into one master project. See Appendix B: Building on Multiple Computers in the User's Guide for more information.

Note: YBI DVD projects are not designed to be accessed by more than one machine at a time. Rather than creating a single project and having a number of users access it, have each student create an individual project and then import all of the pieces using the Import Pages and Sections function.
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What can I customize in the YBI DVD Memories Builder application?
Menu style, menu backgrounds, menu music, menu button frame (for slideshows and video clips). Slideshows are completely customizable.
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What slideshow editing functions are available in the software?
The software provides some basic slideshow image editing functions like crop, rotate, and zoom. Image effects like brighten/darken, negative, emboss, drop shadows, etc. are also included. You may edit text in a number of ways, including standard cut and paste functions, as well as changing its appearance by selecting different fonts and styles.
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YBI DVD FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

General Questions

Before/After the YBI DVD

Using the YBI DVD Memories Builder software

General Questions