FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Please select any of the questions below to see their respective answers. If you don't find the question or answer you're looking for, feel free to contact us.

Do you develop your software in-house or outsource?

Answer: RedyRef is one of the few kiosk companies that do their software development & graphic design in-house, which gives us a big advantage because we can manage budgets, timelines and quality all under one roof.

I want to build custom kiosk software, how do I begin?

Answer: Typically RedyRef requires a software specification on your requirements. The more detailed the specification the more accurate we can provide a proposal. We can also assist in designing the software specification if you don’t have a detailed specification.

Can I customize your standard software solutions?

Answer: Yes, all of our software can be custom modified.

Are your kiosks ADA compliant?

RedyRef has features designed for their kiosks to meet wheelchair ADA compliance, cane sweep ADA compliance and options for Braille keyboards.

What type of network data connection should I use?

Answer: Preferred data connection is dedicated High Speed Internet access using Cat5e with a Modular RJ-45 Male Connector and 36” of cable slack provided at the location indicated on drawing or Data Sheet.

Do you provide software upgrades?

Yes, if you have a software service contract we provide software upgrades as they become available at no charge. Please not that software upgrades are only provided if they are compatible with your computer operating software.

Do you need remote connection to the software?

No, it is not always necessary to have a remote connection to the software, but it is highly recommended so we can provide service quickly, easily and cost effectively.

How is content updated on the kiosk?

Depending on the type of software solution there are a variety of ways to update content. Typically RedyRef provides an editor on the back end for an administrator to easily update content from a remote computer.

Do you have remote monitoring software?

Yes, we can monitor kiosks to detect issues or malfunctions. We keep log files on each kiosk and can have information automatically send to specified individuals such as “paper low” or “kiosk not connected to internet”. There is typically a monthly cost per kiosk for this level of service.

Can users get to critical files on the computer?

No, all kiosk are locked down and password protected.

Can users browse anywhere on the internet?

All browsing restrictions are controlled by you from a back end administrative interface. You can set the controls for users to browse one specific URL address or a variety of URL’s, it’s completely controlled by you. RedyRef typically sets the controls up initially and then going forward you make all the changes.

What type of power supply do I need?

Answer: Customer should provide 120v 15A circuit (or 20A) terminated in a 2”x4” Handy Box w/Duplex receptacle at the location indicated on drawing. Although a dedicated circuit is preferred, a typical system consisting of (1) CPU and (1) Monitor draws approx 5.0 amps and therefore can reside on a shared circuit, if necessary.