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If your character is embedded in an iframe, the domain names for both parent and child pages must be added.
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Step 1: Dimensions
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height
Step 2:Placement
Step 3:Scene Options
When Page Loads
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When Scene is Done Playing
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Step 4:Get Embed Code
Click the 'Copy Code' button to copy the embed code,then paste it into your website's HTML code .
Display Controls Never:Hides the play/pause/replay buttons (aka "Controls").Remove the controls makes sense only if you intend to control speech yourself via the API.When Needed(recommended)Controls appear when cursor rolls over the character, and fade when cursor is still pr moves away. On mobile, controls appear when character is touched. This is the default behavior.Always:Controls are always displayed.
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WHEN SHOULD I USE 'NO JAVASCRIPT' EMBED CODE?The Standard Embed code is designed to work on all browsers and platforms, including mobile devices. It is efficient to download and looks great at any dimension. It should always be the preferred option. It does however use javaScript code, which some LMS or blogging sites do not allow. If your Sitepal character does not display when using the Standard embed code, select the 'No Javascript' Option.
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ResponsiveEnable the "Responsive" option to automatically resize your Scene according to available space.
When this option is turned ON, provided dimensions are ignored
ResponsiveEnable the "Responsive" option to automatically resize your Scene according to available space.
When this option is turned ON, provided dimensions are ignored
Dimensions
width
height
Background ColorThe background color you select is displayed during loading.The background color you select is displayed during loading, and then covered by your scene's background image (if any).
Click the 'Copy Code' button to copy the embed code, then paste it into your HTML code where you want your scene to appear.
Click the 'Copy Code' button to copy the embed code, then paste it into your HTML code where you want your scene to appear.
Display Controls Never:Hides the play/pause/replay buttons (aka "Controls"). Removing the controls makes sense only if you intend to control speech yourself via the API.When Needed (recommended):Controls appear when cursor rolls over the character, and fade when cursor is still or moves away. On mobile, controls appear when character is touched. This is the default behavior.Always:Controls are always displayed.
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How to use publish to Email?
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Click the 'Copy Code' button to copy, then paste it into your email template.
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Current Balance:00.00 (
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This scene: 0:04
The native aspect ratio of SitePal Scenes is 4:3. If you select a different aspect ratio, the Scene will automatically adapt as best possible.
Video Dimensions
width
height
(max 1600 width x 1200 height)
Background ColorUse the Scene's own background (if a background was specified), or select a specific color.
Video format
MP4
Display Message Panel
When sharing your SitePal Scene, you can choose to display a panel on the left hand side, containing your logo at the top, and your message displayed below it.
This feature allows you to brand your shared SitePal, and add information useful to the viewer.
If you choose to display the message panel, you must provide either logo or message text or both.
Display Message Panel
If you choose to display the message panel, you must provide either logo or message text or both.
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How to Use Publish to Email
"Publish to Email" is designed to help you easily add your speaking SitePal avatar message to your html email template. You can use this feature with any popular email messaging platform - or when sending your own html emails.
SitePal cannot animate in the email itself (email clients do not support it). But you can include in your email a thumbnail image which, when clicked, opens a separate tab with your spoken message (we call this the "pickup page").
"Publish to Email" creates a short html code segment, which can be added to your html email to do just that. Here's what you need to do:
Specify the dimensions of the thumbnail image that will be displayed in your email.
Decide whether you want a "message panel" in your pickup page. The message panel allow you to display your logo and a text message if you wish.
If you choose to display the message panel, you must provide either logo or message text or both.
Click on "Generate Code" and copy your embed code into your email template.
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This Video: 0:00
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Generating Your Video
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Generate a link to post
Post a link to your SitePal Scene, along with your own comment or message text. The Scene will open in a separate tab when user clicks on the link.
Generate a video to post
Post your SitePal Scene as a video. The video will appear within your Facebook post.
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Click the 'Post Link' button to post the URL link to your Facebook Wall.
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Display Message Panel
When sharing your SitePal Scene, you can choose to display a panel on the left hand side, containing your logo at the top, and your message displayed below it.
This feature allows you to brand your shared SitePal, and add information useful to the viewer.
If you choose to display the message panel, you must provide either logo or message text or both.
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Current Balance:{balance_after_export1} (add more)
This scene: 0:04
Facebook recommends a 16:9 aspect ratio but you may chose any dimensions and SitPal will adjust as best possible.
Video Dimensions
width
height
(max 1600 width x 1200 height)
Video format
To generate your video with a transparent
background- Select the "Transparent" option for background.Select the AVI or MOV formats that support transparency.
MP4
Current Balance: {balance_after_export1}
This Video: 0:04
Remaining Balance: {balance_after_export2}
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Generating Your Video
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Playback
Play On Load If "Play On Load" is checked, the Scene is automatically played as soon as it is loaded. You may
Selecting a limit anywhere from "Limit to 1" to "Limit to 5" means that the Scene will be played exactly that many times for each viewer within the time period specified. Selecting "Unlimited" means that the Scene will be played every time the page loads. For example:
"Limit to 1 plays per website visitor per Week"
means that playback of this scene is limited to once a week per each visitor. The playback limit is implemented independently for each page in which the Scene is deployed. Consequently, if this Scene is embedded in more than one page, there is an individual limit count for each one of these pages. To prevent automatic playback of the audio within your Scene, uncheck "Play On Load." The viewer will still be able to click the 'Play' button to cause the Scene to play, or you may program the Scene to play by using the VHost API (for example, in response to the viewer's actions). VHost Studio users: playback limit applies only to embedded Scenes, and does not affect Show playback behavior.
Play On Rollover Play the audio in the Scene, once per visit, when a user moves the mouse cursor over your character.
Play/Pause On Click Play or pause the Scene when the user clicks on the Character. Notice: The Play/Pause button on your skin will reflect this functionality
Audio Volume (0 - 10)
Leave blank for default
Play on load
Limit to 1
Plays per visitor
per Session
Play on load is subject to browser's limitations. Some browsers (including all mobile browsers) will not allow audio/video playback prior to user interaction with page.
Play/Pause On Click Video Background Plays ContinuouslyThis option is relevant when a video background is assigned to the Scene. Ignored otherwise.
If ON - the video plays when the Scene loads, and loops.
Note: Play on load is subject to browser limitations. If browser blocks play on load, the video will start when speech begins.
If OFF - the video plays once when speech begins.
Display SubtitlesWhen subtitles are enabled, player will display audio transcript as subtitles during playback.
Note: audio transcript must be provided. If audio transcript is missing, subtitles will not be displayed.
To add a transcript, edit your audio.
Link
URL The target address of the Web page or Web resource for the link. For example:
http://www.oddcast.com https://www.oddcast.com (secure link) "Clicking on the scene opens the link" or "link is automatically opened…" is required.
Clicking on the scene opens the link
Open the linked resource when a user clicks anywhere in the Scene.
Link is automatically opened __ seconds after ___
Open the linked resource automatically after the audio message starts or stops. You must ad a delay value, the default value is zero seconds (no delay). For example:
"Link is automatically opened 5 seconds after audio stops." This will launch the URL specified above five seconds after the audio has stopped playing.
Open Link in…
same window
Open the linked resource in the current browser window or frame.
new window
Open the linked resource in a new browser window.
specify target ___
Open the linked resource in the specified (named) window. Examples: "myPopup" or "myFrame".
Link to:
Note: do not link to the page in which the Scene is embedded.
Clicking on the scene opens the link Opens automaticallysec after
audio starts
Open Link in:
Follow Cursor
Do not follow cursor Character's eyes and head will not follow the mouse cursor. Follow cursor in scene Character's eyes and head follow the mouse cursor when the cursor is within the SitePal Player frame. Follow cursor in whole page Character's eyes and head follow the mouse cursor when the cursor is anywhere in the host HTML page. JavaScript is required for this implementation.
Note: this setting does not impact full body characters.
A URL must be provided when a Link trigger is enabled. Please enter a URL.
Be sure to review your scene options to customize how the character will appear on the page.
In our experience, its best to keep message fresh, and to limit the number of plays per visitor.
Don't show me this notice again.
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Enabling Secure Playback
Please Note:If Secure Playback is enabled, you MUST specify Licensed Domain(s) for the web pages in which your SitePal Scenes are embedded.
Your Scenes will only work on web pages that are loaded from one of the Licensed Domains you specify.
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Compile AIML
Generate Staging Bot
This will compile the AIML files to the STAGING AI Engine.
This will NOT effect the LIVE AI Engine. This action can
take up to 3 minutes.
Deploy Bot from
Staging to Live
This will transfer the STAGING AI Engine to the LIVE AI
Engine. A down time of up to 3 minutes should be
expected on the LIVE AI Engine.
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Add Concept
Enter a Keyword and a response (or multiple responses). Each time the keyword is encountered in conversation, your Bot will randomly select one of the responses you provide. You may also enter multiple keywords that shares the same response set. To do so, enter them as a comma seperated list. For example: friend, friends, firendly, friendship.
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SitePal Frequently Asked Questions are organized according to topic
Account Questions
View our pricing page for an in-depth comparison of the different SitePal plans. As you can see - plans differ in both features and allocated streams. A good way to go about it is to first decide which features you need, and make the plan selection accordingly. Then, if you are not sure how many streams you will require, sign up for a monthly subscription. After the first month, review your account’s stream usage report, and decide whether to upgrade.
An audio stream is a single audio playback instance. Whenever your SitePal character speaks, the audio is streamed from the cloud which counts as 1 audio stream.
Obviously you should select a plan that best serves your website needs. Should you run low on streams you will receive an automated email message, so that you may purchase additional streams or upgrade to a different plan.
After logging into your account, click on "Account Info" at the top of the page. Your account information is displayed, including purchase date, expiration date, stream balance, invoices, and other details.
After logging into your account, click on "Account Info" at the top of the page. Your account information and contact information are displayed. To modify, click on the "Edit Contact Info" button.
Click on "Forgot Password?" at the bottom of the login window. You will be asked to enter your login name (email address), and a temporary password will be automatically generated and emailed to you. Please be sure to write down your new password in a safe place. If you do not receive our email within a few minutes, check your SPAM folder or contact our support at support@sitepal.com.
. If you purchased an account and cannot login, you may have entered your email incorrectly. Contact our support at support@sitepal.com.
Model and Character Questions
A Model is what we call a base avatar, which has not yet been customized by accessory selection or coloring. Every SitePal plan comes with a huge selection of Models to choose from.
A character is an edited Model, after coloring and selection of accessories. Most 2D (Illustrated) Models can be edited by selecting accessories such as clothing, eyeglasses, skin color, hairstyle and more. The edited Model is referred to as a 'character'. Once created, a character may be assigned to your Scene or saved in your character library for future use.
Select the desired 2D Model from the "Models" Panel. Next, customize the accessories for the Model you've selected by modifying the hair, glasses, outfit, hats, necklace/earrings and facial hair. Select the ‘color’ tab to modify skin tone, eye color, hair color & more. Note: Not all options are available for all models.
With 3D models, you have the option to create your own character from a photo. This feature is called “Photoface 3D”. (requires Gold plan and higher).
There are two ways to do so. When you design a character you may add it to your Character Library for future use. To do so select the "My Library" tab and click the “Add to Library” button. Note: this option is available only for 2D characters.
Another way, is to copy an existing Scene in which your previously created character is used. The Scene will be copied, character and all.
Yes. Drag the character to position it in your Scene, and use the + or – magnifying glass buttons (at top left of the display area) to zoom in and out. At the bottom left of the display area is a small tab, that opens the positioning panel. This allows precise numerical control of both position and scale.
Each Scene may only contain one character, but you may embed multiple Scenes in your web page if you wish. In our support pages we include several examples that feature multiple characters in a page. Look for “Advanced API Examples”, and locate “SitePal Conversation”.
Yes. Customers with Gold subscriptions and higher can generate Photoface 3D models. You can upload photos to convert into 3D characters by clicking the '3D Photoface' tab and then the 'Create Your Own' button. A wizard will walk you through the process.
To get good results use a high quality photo, and adhere closely to the guidelines:
face forward & evenly lit
closed mouth (a mild smile is ok – no teeth showing!)
eye-glasses are not recommended but may work….
Audio Questions
Your Audio Library is where all of your audios are saved. The Audio Library allows you to manage, edit and re-use your audios.
Note: If an audio is used, and you edit it, the change will apply to any Scene where it is used.
Whenever you upload or record an audio, it is automatically added to the Audio Library.
Select the "Audio Library" tab and click on the name of an audio to select it.
Audios that you record or upload to your SitePal account, or create via Text-To-Speech, are automatically converted to an optimal streaming format as follows:
Channels: 1 (mono)
Sampling Rate: 22.050 KHz,
Bitrate: 48Kbps
Over 40 languages and hundreds of voices are included, and more are added from time to time. To see what’s available & try out available voices in the SitePal Editor, select the “Audio” tab, and then the “TTS” option. You will see the “Language” menu – where you can browse available languages. Select a language to see available voices for that language, and try out each voice.
There are also special categories of voices: Kids, and Offbeat (see icons to the right of the language menu). Check them out as well!
Audios that you record or upload to your SitePal account, or create via Text-To-Speech, are automatically converted to an optimal streaming format as follows:
Channels: 1 (mono)
Sampling Rate: 22.050 KHz,
Bitrate: 48Kbps
To add a pause, try using a comma, or a period. If you need the pause to be specifically timed, you may want to use SSML tags in your audio. SSML tags allow you to affect some aspects of the generated audio, including adding a precise break in the speech. Learn more and try it out in our example page “Fine Tuning TTS” – click the button at the bottom to learn more.
Note: not every voice supports SSML tags. The voices included in our Fine Tuning example page all do.
Yes, you can do that & much more by using SSML tags in your text. See the previous response for details.
This option is not available at the moment, we are looking into adding it in future.
Scene Questions
A Scene combines a speaking character, a background image (or video) an audio that you record to deliver an “embed-able unit” that you can add to your web page. The Scene is what you eventually include ('embed' is the term often used) in your web page.
By creating multiple Scenes, you can embed several talking characters with several different messages across your website. You can update your Scenes anytime and any change immediately appears in your web pages where your Scenes are embedded.
Yes, the same Scene can be embedded in multiple pages in your site, or you may prefer to embed different Scenes. There is no limit to the number of Scenes you can create.
You need to copy and paste a small piece of HTML code called the “Embed Code”, from your SitePal account into your web page. In your account, locate the “Publish” button for the Scene you wish to embed. Our Getting Started guide describes this process in detail.
Yes. To control this limit click on the ‘Scene Options’ button for your Scene. Under the "Play on load" option select the number of times the audio should play for repeat visitors.
Yes it is possible. We’ve found that variability of the audio message adds to its effectiveness. To do that - create different versions of the audio message, then assign them all to your Scene. The Scene will then randomly select one of those audio each time it is called upon to speak. In your audio library, hold down the ‘CTRL’ key to multi-select.
Another option is to use the API. Programmers can select audios dynamically, that might be specifically targeted to individual visitors.
You may specify the dimensions of the embedded Scene when you publish it.
Every time you make changes to your Scene,this affects any instance of the Scene previously published to your website. Creating separate Scenes is therefore necessary if you want different SitePal content to be included in different pages of your website.
Yes. You would need to generate a video of your Scene and then add the video to PowerPoint. Video generation is support for Gold plan and higher.
There is no limit.
Yes. SitePal is fully compatible with all modern browsers on all platforms including mobile.
Programming Questions
The Standard API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of JavaScript function calls that enable programmers to control SitePal characters’ behavior from the web page in which it is embedded. The API enables control of every aspect of your character’s appearance and actions. This includes speech of course, which, by using the API can be tailored to specific visitors.
Please review the API Reference and examples on the SitePal support pages. The API examples demonstrate the use of every API function, and by copying their source code you can get off to a quick start.
Yes. Programmers may use the API functions to modify the behavior of a character in response to user interaction with the page. For example: add a button that will initiate speech, or speak a specific audio when user rolls over a specific image.
Yes, Programmers can do so using our Client API. Repeated calls to sayText or sayAudio are automatically queued for playback, and will play the audios in sequence. (note: you can disable queuing by turning on “interrupt mode”).