VOD and Movie Features

The Movie Playback Interface provides users with a comprehensive set of tools and features for an immersive viewing experience. Designed with user-friendliness in mind, it offers intuitive navigation, detailed movie information, and customizable playback settings.

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Player Controls #

Progress Bar #

• Time Display: Shows the current playback time and the total duration (e.g., 49:28/1:59:21).
• Interactive Slider: Users can click or drag the slider to jump to different points in the movie.

Playback Controls #

• Play/Pause: A single button toggles between playing and pausing the content.
• 10-Second Skip:
  • Forward: Skips ahead by 10 seconds.
  • Backward: Rewinds 10 seconds for quick replays of missed dialogue or scenes.
• Next/Previous: Navigate to the next or previous movie or episode in the playlist.

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Top Bar Options #

• Back Button: Returns to the previous screen or menu.
• Refresh: Reloads the current movie information and playback state.
• Subtitles (CC): Enables or disables closed captions.
• Audio Selection (A): Choose from available audio tracks.
• Quality Setting (HD): Adjusts video quality settings (e.g., SD, HD, 4K) based on bandwidth and device capabilities.
• Next Episode: Quickly navigates to the next episode in a series.

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Thumbnail and Title Display #

• Content Information Display:
  • Displays the movie’s thumbnail and title for easy identification.
  • Progress Indicator: Visually shows how much of the movie has been watched.

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Movie Details Page #

Information Displayed #

• Movie Title: Clearly labeled at the top of the page.
• Rating: Presented using a 5-star system, allowing users to quickly gauge the movie’s popularity.
• Genre Tags: Categorizes the movie into genres such as Action, Comedy, and Crime for easier browsing.
• Plot Synopsis: Brief description of the movie’s storyline, providing context before viewing.

Technical Details #

• Director: Name of the movie’s director.
• Release Date: Date when the movie was released.
• Duration: Total runtime of the movie.

Action Buttons #

• Play: Starts playback of the movie immediately.
• Watch Trailer: Displays a preview of the movie.
• Add to Favorites: Saves the movie to the user’s favorites list for easy access.
• Lock/Unlock: Restricts or grants access to specific content based on parental controls.

Navigation Options #

• Back: Returns to the previous page.
• Open: Accesses more information or options related to the movie.
• Previous/Next: Navigate through movies in the current list or playlist.
• Information: Provides additional details about the movie, such as cast and crew.

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Subtitle Settings #

Options Available #

• Off (Default): Disables subtitles by default.
• Language Selection: Choose from available subtitle language

Easy Toggling #

• Users can quickly switch subtitles on or off without disrupting playback.
• Quick Language Switching: Instant access to change subtitle language during playback.

Close Option #

• Easily exit the subtitle menu to return to the playback interface.

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Content Organization #

Library Features #

• Sort Options:
  • Default: Standard sorting based on user preferences.
  • Top Rated: Displays the highest-rated movies first.
  • Recently Added: Shows the latest additions to the library.
  • A-Z / Z-A: Alphabetical sorting for easier navigation.

Categories #

• All (Total Count Displayed): Shows all available movies with a total count.
• Favorites: Access a personalized list of favorite movies.
• Continue Watching: Displays movies that the user has started but not finished.
• Custom Categories: Allows users to create and manage their own movie categories.

Movie Display #

• Poster View: Displays movie posters for visual identification.
• Rating Display: Shows the movie’s rating alongside its poster.
• Favorite Marking: An icon to quickly add or remove movies from favorites.
• Watch Status: Indicates whether the user has completed or is currently watching the movie.
• Title Information: Quick view of the movie title directly on the library interface.

Navigation #

• Back: Returns to the previous menu.
• Open: Accesses the selected movie’s details.
• Previous/Next: Cycle through movies in the library.
• Favorites: Quick access to the favorites list.
• Lock: Manage content visibility based on user settings.
• Move Categories: Allows users to rearrange categories for better organization.

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Additional Features #

• Search Functionality: Quickly find movies by title, genre, or keywords.
• Multi-language Support: Interface available in multiple languages for international users.
• Quality Selection: Choose preferred streaming quality for optimal performance.
• Favorite Lists Management: Easily manage and organize favorite movies.
• Category Organization: Customize categories for a personalized viewing experience.
• Progress Tracking: Automatically saves the playback progress for easy resuming.
• Rating System: Users can rate movies they have watched, contributing to community ratings.
• Parental Controls: Options to restrict access to certain content based on ratings.

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User Interface Elements #

• Time and Date Display: Current time and date visible during playback.
• User Profile Access: Quick access to user settings and profile management.
• Settings Quick Access: Easy navigation to application settings.
• Navigation Breadcrumbs: Shows the current location within the app, allowing easy navigation back to previous sections.
• Category Filtering: Filter library content based on selected criteria.
• Sort Options: Customize how content is sorted and displayed in the library.
• Grid/List View Toggle: Switch between grid and list views for different browsing experiences.

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Design Consistency #

All interfaces maintain STZ Player’s signature dark theme for an optimal viewing experience, minimizing eye strain during extended use and enhancing visual appeal.

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Video Resolution Settings #

Quality Options #

Automatic Selection #

• Auto
  • Intelligent quality adaptation
  • Bandwidth-based optimization
  • Dynamic resolution switching
  • Automatic refresh rate adjustment

High Definition Options #

1. 1080p HD – 60Hz
   • Full HD resolution (1920×1080)
   • 60 frames per second
   • Optimal for high-end displays
   • Maximum quality option
2. 1080p HD – 50Hz
   • Full HD resolution (1920×1080)
   • 50 frames per second
   • Regional format compatibility
   • European broadcast standard

Standard HD Options #

1. 720p HD – 60Hz
   • HD resolution (1280×720)
   • 60 frames per second
   • Balanced performance option
   • Lower bandwidth requirement
2. 720p HD – 50Hz
   • HD resolution (1280×720)
   • 50 frames per second
   • Regional compatibility
   • Efficient streaming option

Standard Definition Options #

1. 480p – 60Hz
   • SD resolution (854×480)
   • 60 frames per second
   • Minimal bandwidth usage
   • Legacy display support
2. 480p – 50Hz
   • SD resolution (854×480)
   • 50 frames per second
   • Basic quality option
   • Maximum compatibility

Technical Specifications #

Resolution Features #

• Dynamic resolution switching
• Buffer management
• Aspect ratio maintenance
• Quality preservation
• Bandwidth optimization

Refresh Rate Support #

• Multiple refresh rate options
• Regional format compatibility
• Smooth playback optimization
• Screen sync capabilities

Best Practices #

Quality Selection #

1. Use Auto for optimal experience
2. Match display capabilities
3. Consider bandwidth limitations
4. Select appropriate refresh rate
5. Monitor playback performance

Optimization Tips #

• Balance quality vs. bandwidth
• Consider device capabilities
• Match regional standards
• Monitor streaming performance
• Adjust based on network conditions

The resolution system provides flexible quality options while maintaining optimal playback performance across different devices and network conditions.