What do I need to use the Nobelprize.org Media Player?
To view the videos you will need Flash Player 10 or Windows Media Player. We recommend that you use Flash Player version 10 or Windows Media Player version 9 for the best quality. To experience the Media Player to its fullest extent, JavaScript support should be turned on since AJAX is used.
How do I select the format in which to view videos?
Most videos are available in both Flash and Windows Media although some videos might be available in only one of these formats. The video formats that are available are represented by a link with the name of the format just below the video window, to the far left hand side. Click on the link representing the format you would like to use.
What are the bandwidth requirements to view a video?
You will be able to view videos adequately from a 56 Kbps connection, though as you imagine the quality will increase with higher bandwidth. For optimum quality use a 500 Kbps (0.5 Mbps) connection. Note that even with a fast connection high traffic on the Internet may reduce video quality.
Can I download the videos?
Yes, most videos (depending on origin and copyright) are provided as download for personal and educational purposes. Click on the download link on the right hand side of the video windoww, in the "video info" window. If avalible, the download links are presented below the ratings section.
Why can't I see the video clips?
On some networks (often corporate networks) video transmissions may be blocked. If you cannot see any of our video clips, you may want to contact your network administrator to see whether a security firewall is blocking video transmission.
Why do video clips sometimes stop or pause?
The most common cause of a pause or stop is Internet traffic congestion. The videos at Nobelprize.org are provided for several bandwidths and the player negotiate with our server on what quality can be transmitted with the current bandwidth between us. Sometimes this is not sufficient or there are fluctuations in the available bandwidth that causes too little data to reach the player. When the buffer runs out the video pauses until enough data is received.