Q: Can the players compete against each other individually or do they have to compete in teams?
A: The players can compete in either mode because any player who buzzes in locks out all the other players.

Q: How do I expand my quiz buzzer to support more players?
A: Simply purchase a "Player and Splitter" item for each additional player you wish to add to your system. This item is found under the "Individual Components" section of the online catalog.

Q: What does the buzzer sound like?
A:When someone buzzes in you hear this sound.

Q: Can the player modules be held in a player's hand?
A: Yes, both table-top and hand-held modes work great.

Q: How do I connect the quiz buzzer?
A: Connect the power jack into the matching plug on the controller panel. Then connect an RCA splitter into the matching RCA plug on the controller. Connect the player cords, including any extensions, and splitters into the RCA jacks, fanning out. Note that it does not matter how the players are physically configured as long as everything is connected. Connect the cords firmly. Plug the power adapter into a wall outlet.

Q: How do I use the quiz buzzer?
A: To set up the system for competition, adjust the desired automatic reset time by turning the dial. The further clockwise the dial is turned, the longer the reset time. Turning the dial all the way clockwise causes the quiz buzzer to never reset automatically; rather, a push of the red button to the right of the dial is required to reset the system. At any time the moderator can press the red button to reset the system, whether in automatic or moderator reset mode. When playing, the first player to buzz in locks out all the other players. The system then either resets automatically or is reset by the moderator.

Q: Is battery operation supported?
A: Yes, the option of using a battery is back. Remove the battery panel on the back of the controller and connect a standard 9 volt battery. Remove the battery when the system is not in use. Because the lights on the quiz buzzer are high brightness and power, if a battery is used it is recommended that a fresh one be installed at the beginning of a tournament or after 8 hours or so of use.

Q: How long are the cords?
A: Each player cord is 10 feet long. Complete systems of 6 players or more also come with two 10 foot extension cords to help put distance between the controller and the players and also between the teams themselves, if teams are used. For even more distance, extra extension cords are also available in the online catalog or cords can be purchased in a store (see below).

Q: Can I use cords purchased from an electronics store for extensions?
A: Yes, the cords are now all standard RCA. A standard male-female extension cord can be used to extend any of the cords.

Q: What is the maximum length that the cords can be extended?
A: Keep the cord length between the two most separated players less than 70 feet.

Q: What is the maximum number of players that can be connected to one controller?
A: No known limit; however the cord length limit (around 70 feet) and the physical logistics of grouping many players suggests a workable limit of around 30 players, for example. When using high numbers of simultaneous players, it is advisable and more manageable to group the players in teams of 2 or 3 persons and make a single player buzzer unit centrally accessible to that team.

Q: Can the quiz buzzer be connected to my game show software?
A: No, SVBZ quiz buzzers are used to determine who buzzed in first but do not interact directly with a computer or software.

Q: Are the SuperBlue quiz buzzers compatible with the non SuperBlue version?
A: No, customers wishing to add players to a quiz buzzer system purchased before May 5, 2008 should contact SVBZ for special order arrangements.

Q: Is my payment secure?
A: Yes, using the shopping cart on the catalog page, a secure payment can be made using any major credit card, PayPal transfer, or eCheck. A PayPal account is not required for card payments.

Q: How fast can I expect to receive my quiz buzzer?
A: Orders usually ship within two business days. Arrival is typically in 4 to 6 business days after shipping.

Q: Are international orders taken?
A: Yes, for some countries. Arrival is typically within 6 to 10 days business days, barring customs delays. The buyer is required to pay customs fees and taxes, if applicable, at the time of delivery. For orders to Asia please visit the Asia distributor GamesForClassroom.

Q: Are the quiz buzzers warrantied?
A: Yes, SVBZ quiz buzzers are covered by an excellent 5 year warranty and maintenance policy. Should a quiz buzzer fail to function as originally designed or is unintentionally damaged, it will be fixed or replaced free of charge provided it can be returned to SVBZ. The buyer pays the cost of mailing the quiz buzzer to SVBZ. SVBZ pays the cost of mailing the quiz buzzer back. Mail the quiz buzzer using the postal system and with delivery confirmation to the following address:

SVBZ
PO Box 970603
Orem, UT 84097-0603