Q: Can I put html tags anywhere in my posts?
A: No. The use of html code in your message can cause errors that may crash some browsers.
Q: Why didn't my post show up?
A: Your post most likely did not show up, because your browser did not reload the page, it simply pulled it out of your computer's cache memory. Please reload your browser and it should then appear.
Q: Why didn't my password and ID# work?
A: Your ID# needs to be entered in username box. The password and ID# are upper and lower case sensitive and need to be entered exactly as issued in order for them to work.
Q: How long are posts listed on the Forum?
A: Posts remain on the Forum for approximately seven days.
Q: Is there a log of Forum posts?
A: No. There are no archives available at this time.
Q: Do I have to use my e-mail address?
A: Yes. E-mail addresses are a required part of your post. It is necessary to include it in your message so that other members can respond to you directly.
Q: Why did my post get removed?
A: Posts that are removed usually are in violation of the guidelines set forth by WEVA International. Example - posted on the wrong Forum, contains profanity, graphics,
advertising, links or URLs.
WEVA International reserves the right to edit or delete content posted on the Forums that does not comform to the guidelines as stipulated, or articulated by the WEVA Forums administration.
Solicitation of Members
The WEVA Forums may not be used to solicit members. This includes solicitation for participation in surveys, product demos, etc. Members that are found to be "mining data" of other members (ie. e-mail addresses) for solicitation is also prohibited.
Advertising
Posts will also be removed for grandstanding. Statements of good service and recommendations are encouraged but elevated talk of a company is advertising and this is not allowed on the WEVA Forums. Posts of this nature will be removed.
Q. Should I post administrative issues on the Forums?
A. As the guidelines at the top of the Forum pages state, questions regarding administrative issues should be e-mailed to the association office. This prevents the Forums from being tied-up with off-topic threads. Administrative issues that are posted on the forums are removed.
Q. Can I post a survey for my services on the forums?
A. No. This is considered a form of advertising and it is not allowed on the WEVA Forums. The WEVA Forums are not a place to solicit other members privately or through surveys. Members that are found to be "mining data" of other members (ie. e-mail addresses) for solocitation is strictly prohibited and can lead to the loss of membership in WEVA International.
Q. What action is taken if the Forum guidelines are violated?
A. Members are notified by email if they have violated guidelines. If violations continue, access to the Forums may be withdrawn. Continued abuse of the Forums may lead to the revocation of membership.
Q: Why can�t I put a URL or link in my message?
A: Direct links are not allowed due to commercialism. You may post a company name and phone number in your message. Posts that contain an advertising theme or promotional endorsement will be removed. WEVA International does have a links page and this is the only place for URLs and links. It is best to directly e-mail the URL or link to the recipient.
Q: Why can�t I put a graphic in my message?
A: Graphics are usually slow to load and take up bandwidth that makes the whole website slow.
Q: What is the number following the message?
A: The number refers to how many responses have been submitted.
Q: Why can�t I log on to the Forums?
A: The WEVA International Forums is a password-protected area for members only. Members may e-mail [email protected] to get their free password and ID number.
Q: Why are the boards topic-specific?
A: Because in the past, WEVA experimented with the non-specific, free-form "chat" board approach and found it did not meet the needs of the majority of members who are busy professionals looking for quick information on specific topics related to wedding and event video production.
Q: What is the function of the Production and Marketing Forum?
A: Members use this forum to exchange ideas and share information on topics related to individual production techniques (not equipment issues) and marketing of services. WEVA administration also uses this forum to post important member information.
Q: What is the function of the Tech Forum?
A: The Tech Forum is a resource for the exchange of messages concerning all forms of recording equipment and technology.
Q: What is the function of the Classifieds Forum?
A: Members can post advertisements to buy/sell used equipment. This forum is a member-to-member informational resource and is not available for use by equipment dealers.
Q: What is the function of the Non-linear Forum?
A: This Forum is for the discussion of computer-based editing systems, and is also open to edit software issues.
Q: What is the function of the Corporate and Industrial Production Forum?
A: This Forum is devoted to the exchange of information related specifically to topics concerning corporate and industrial production.
Q: What is the function of the Help Wanted Forum?
A: This Forum is for members that are looking for help. Postings must offer gainful employment or additional income. This is not a forum to list your services or availability.
Q: What is the function of the Local Association Forum?
A: This Forum is designed to post meeting dates, special events, association news and information about local associations and association start-ups.
PROVISIONS
* RIGHT TO PRIVACY * WEVA respects its members right to privacy. All postings become the property of WEVA International. None of the submitted information may to be reproduced, printed or distributed without the written permission of WEVA International.
* SPAMMING * Collecting members e-mail addresses from the WEVA Forums for broadcast e-mail (spam) will not be allowed. Any member found doing so will lose Forum privileges and may also be subject to membership revocation.