The IECON-2008 Organizing Committees welcome questions from prospective participants. Due to the large number of site visitors, it is difficult to personally answer every e-mail. Therefore, this FAQ page ("frequently asked questions") will be periodically updated with answers to questions. Please feel free to submit questions at the CONTACT page, and revisit this page later to find answers. Answers may take a few days to appear, so your patience is greatly appreciated.

PAPER SUBMISSION QUESTIONS

Q1. I'm having trouble uploading my manuscript (using Internet Explorer browser, from Asia). Help!

Q2. Will the format (template) for the final submission be the same as for the initial submission?

Q3. When do I submit a Copyright Release form?

Q4. I'm having difficulty generating an Xplore compliant PDF file. Please help!

Q5. May I get access to IEEE pdfXpress to prepare my final submission? I need a conference ID code.

REGISTRATION QUESTIONS

Q1. May I publish a paper if I pay a reduced registration fee?

TRAVEL QUESTIONS

Q1. What kind of weather can be expected in Orlando?

OTHER QUESTIONS

Q1. May I volunteer to help, e.g. review papers?

Paper Submission Answers

A1. There is a known problem in Internet Explorer when used with a non-Western character set. Please use another web browser, such as Firefox, and your problem should be solved.

A2. Final papers and initial submissions share the same format, as described in the Submission Requirements section.

A3. The IEEE Copyright Release form is completed electronically (online) when the final manuscript is uploaded. Initial submissions do not require a copyright release form.

A4. About 1.5% of authors have difficulty producing Xplore compliant PDFs. In most cases, the software being used does not embed ALL fonts (despite being directed to do so) - the submission system reports the error when the submission process fails. The problem is especially prevalent with many free converters. Solutions to these special cases are difficult to describe because there are so many products being used; we regret that we cannot solve every case. One suggestion is to contact a nearby colleague who was successful, and ask about their method and tools. It is a worthwhile investment of time to learn, since most IEEE publications require compliance.

A5. The conference ID code for IEEE PDF eXpress is <iecon08x>. Authors may reach IEEE PDF eXpress at the For Authors page (click here).

Registration Answers

A1. Papers can NOT be published by paying a reduced registration fee.

Travel Answers

A1. November weather in Orlando is generally mild. Average high/low temperatures are 79/59°F (26/15°C). A light sweater for evening activities is appropriate. Rainfall and humidity greatly diminishes compared to summer months. Comfortable, casual attire is perfectly acceptable at the conference. Good walking shoes are recommended for visiting the theme parks (e.g. Disney).

Other Answers

A1. Thank you for your interest - we will be in contact as needed. Volunteer efforts are recorded, and the conference plans to recognize all volunteers.