2011-01-19, 08:05
I've moved the file to a rapidshare account. Never used that before...
Is it working?
Is it working?
jmarshall Wrote:Thanks - downloaded.
I suggest a couple of alterations:
1. Don't mention .nfo/.jpg etc. - the new user doesn't need to know it at that point - it's advanced information.
2. Don't mention skin settings (Movies/TVShows on home). Instead, at the very start indicate there is the "move right" menus on the home page, and get the user used to navigating via that. This way they don't get confused between "Videos" and "Movies".
3. Keep the "preparing your movies + tv shows" bit to a minimum - you can always link out to more detailed information (or indicate there's more info later on in the guide).
4. Don't use that crappy logo - use the one on the homepage.
gollumscave Wrote:Any chance I can get a descent copy?
jmarshall Wrote:try and make all actions independent of input device such as using "select" and "bring up the context menu"
Quote:using a remote control is really the primary point of interaction rather than a keyboard
jmarshall Wrote:It would be good to point out what XBMC is intended for - i.e. it's intended to completely replace your normal "computer" interface (windows, linux, osx, bsd, foo, doesn't matter) with it's own dedicated to your media. Thus, using a remote control is really the primary point of interaction rather than a keyboard. I'd certainly discourage mouse use (though Confluence works fine with the mouse) and instead indicate that a remote control is best.
gollumscave Wrote:Sounds like something that I could put in the "Prologue"...
About the "SELECT" function. I've even accidentally written "SELECT" a few times instead of "ENTER". I changed it back to "ENTER" because I think that most users will initially try XBMC on their regular pc's without a remote...
Robotica Wrote:Great that you're doing this! The guide really looks good & professional....
Robotica Wrote:Or maybe the LiveCD is the best option to test (thus as base for this manual)....
Robotica Wrote:1> Maybe add a license to it? Creative Common or something (goal: exclude commercial use)
Robotica Wrote:2> With screenshots: always activate the option to choose to highlight the user action. (starting with download you didn't select "save", the setupwizard you didn't highlight "Next" but you highlighted "I agree" at the license agreement: This is more clear/easy/dummyproof. I also think non-windowed (full screen) screenshots look a lot better.
Robotica Wrote:3> Hopefully you start with explaining the concept of the library before adding video, tv shows and music..
Robotica Wrote:4> Strangely, the links in the index brings you to the end of a chapter/paragraph.
Robotica Wrote:5> Have some kind of versioning in the doc (or maybe you can use SVN for that) and add the date in it (e.g. if people are interested in translating this can be useful but also for users to know they have a current version)
Robotica Wrote:6> After installing: I think it is best to start with a chapter "Initial setup": Region, language, video settings, calibarate etc.
Robotica Wrote:7> Maybe end each chapter with "Advanced settings" to go a few steps deeper.
Robotica Wrote:8> Since the manual is so large in file size: Are you using the right resolution/format to create screenshot? I would advise .png files.
Robotica Wrote:9> When I check the document properties (not on windows but within the pdf-reader) I see "Microsoft word" in the file name: that's cursing! ;-)
Robotica Wrote:ps. what is that vertical line on all your screenshot?
gollumscave Wrote:I gave that some thought and am still not sure WHERE the concept of a library actually belongs... if you go through the motions of a setup, you have to add the movies and shows first before you are able to even select the library, therefore i haven't included the "what is a library" in the adding movies to XBMC (notice xbmc, not adding movies to the LIBRARY). Before i start setting up the library i explain the library in more detail.
I'm still on the fence... what are the other's thoughts on this one?
Quote:My goal is to get users enthusiastic about XBMC as fast as possible. Meaning they should have a gorgeous screen filled with movies in front of them as fast as possible. All the extras like advanced settings and hardware setup, region and calibrations is essential, i agree, but to pull a potential new user over the line i want to focus on getting his setup to look good in as little as possible time.
Quote:Anyone else has this line?
Quote:They know windows, and are familiar with it. No hassle, no reboot, just click the installer...