Using VARS

The Video Annotation and Reference System (VARS) is a software interface and database system that provides tools for describing, cataloging, retrieving, and viewing the visual, descriptive, and quantitative data associated with a video archive.

The pages linked below provide information about VARS as developed and used at MBARI, therefore the instructions and examples are specific to the MBARI system.

VARS System Overview
VARS Query Application

Query User Guide
Query Glossary
Query FAQ

VARS Annotation Interface

Annotation User Guide
Annotation Glossary

Contacts

For help with using the VARS Query, contact Video Lab administrators
(videolabadmin at mbari dot org) or call (831) 775-1829.
For help with technical issues, contact Brian Schlining: brian at mbari dot org