Abstract:
A video processing system captures a sequence of original video frames with a video camera, presents at least one frame of the sequence of original video frames on a video display, receives user input regarding the sequence of original video frames, and presents a sub-frame on the video display that corresponds to a region in at least one frame of the sequence of original video frames that is identified in the user input. The video processing system also generates metadata corresponding to the sub-frame, the metadata to be used by a target video player in modifying the sequence of original video frames to produce a full screen presentation on a target video display of the target video player corresponding to the sub-frame. Targeted sub-frame metadata can be specifically generated for use with a particular screen or screen size.
Abstract:
A video processing system applies sub-frame processing to video data to generate both a first sequence of sub-frames of video data and a second sequence of sub-frames of video data. The first sequence of sub-frames of video data and the second sequence of sub-frames of video data are defined by metadata. The processing circuitry generates a third sequence of sub-frames of video data by combining the first sequence of sub-frames of video data with the second sequence of sub-frames of video data. Adaptive video processing circuitry receives encoded source video data, raw source video data, similar display metadata, target display metadata, and/or target display information. The adaptive video processing circuitry processes its input information to produce one or more outputs that include tailored metadata, encoded target display video data, target display video data, and DRM/Billing Signaling.
Abstract:
A video processing device that generates sub-frame metadata for use in modifying a sequence of original video frames includes a video interface for receiving video data representing the sequence of original video frames, a user interface for receiving as user input sub-frame information identifying a sub-frame corresponding to a region of interest within a scene depicted in at least one frame of the sequence of original video frames and processing circuitry for generating the sub-frame metadata from the sub-frame information. Editing information associated with each sub-frame may also be included in the sub-frame metadata. Targeted sub-frame metadata can be specifically generated for use with a particular screen or screen size. A first player with a small screen and a second player with a larger screen may each receive different sub-frame metadata files, while both receive the same original video. Pursuant to the differing sub-frame metadata, the original video will be displayed in two different forms on the small and larger screens.
Abstract:
A system providing support for user transactions in a media exchange network is disclosed. An embodiment of the present invention may comprise a television display, storage, and a set top box, and may provide an interface device for receiving from a user associated authorization device, information for authorizing user transactions via a communication network. A user transaction may comprise the exchange, purchase, storage, or consumption of media such as, for example, audio, still images, video, and data. The communication network may comprise, for example, a cable infrastructure, a digital subscriber line infrastructure, a wireless infrastructure, and may be the Internet. The system may provide for the completion of the user transaction without divulging the identity of the user to a vendor.
Abstract:
A control device for interacting with a television system that displays media information. The control device is adapted to cause a change in an audio and/or a video portion of the media information on receiving an input from a user. The control device may further, for example, be adapted to govern actions of elements selected from the media information. At least one module is adapted to receive a movement selection from the user. The at least one module may also be adapted to send a control signal directing application of a movement corresponding to the movement selection to an element from the media information. The at least one module may further be adapted to display supplemental media information that guides the user to enter the movement selection. The control device may, for example, be adapted to interact with the Internet, which may provide audiovisual streams to the television system.
Abstract:
A wireless terminal displays its location and navigation information (map segment) on its display. The wireless terminal accesses a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver of the wireless terminal to determine its location coordinates. The wireless terminal determines a maximum data size for navigation information to be downloaded. The wireless terminal sends a navigation information download request to a map server via a supporting wireless network infrastructure that includes the location coordinates and the maximum data size. The wireless terminal receives navigation information that has a data size no greater than the maximum data size and displays the navigation information on the display. The wireless terminal may display a map segment and an icon representing the wireless terminal at a location corresponding to the location coordinates of the wireless terminal with respect to the map segment. The wireless terminal may download a premises map from a premises map server.
Abstract:
A hand-held data terminal employs a projection display, thus eliminating the need for a flat screen display conventionally employed in hand-held data terminals. The projection display according to the present invention comprises a light source, a spatial light modulator for varying the light emitted by the light source to produce an optical image that corresponds to visual output of the data terminal, and a lens to project the resulting image. In this manner, the computer output that would normally be visualized using a display such as an LCD display may be viewed as a projected image on a nearby surface, thus allowing the data terminal to be made smaller while providing a robust visual user interface.
Abstract:
A method and system are provided for accessing, monitoring, and controlling home appliances in a media exchange network by establishing a communication link between a communication initiation device and at least one home appliance and communicating at least one command from the communication initiation device to the at least one home appliance via the communication link. The at least one home appliance then generates at least one response to the at least one command. The commands may include turning the home appliance(s) on and off, parameter adjustment commands, access commands, monitoring commands, mode change commands, and programming commands. Appliance responses may include powering on, powering off, changing a mode of operation, sending a status to the communication initiation device, adjusting an operational parameter, and changing a programmed operational step.
Abstract:
A transcription network having linked computer terminals for a court reporter and for examining, defending, and associate attorneys. Based on the hardware present, the court reporter terminal automatically selects the most appropriate synchronization and audio and video transcript delivery schemes for the other terminals. A multi-mode synchronization scheme provides for various levels of synchronization of the textual transcript with the audio and video transcripts of the proceeding. A first-in first-out arrangement is provided for controlling the video and audio storage space so that a window of available audio and video can be specifically marked and retrieved for post-proceeding review.
Abstract:
A portable computer terminal is disclosed which may operate in a hand-held mode and while docked within a vehicle. The terminal interacts with an illumination means therein which can be used for bar code reading and, while docked, for providing illumination for a head up display on the vehicle's windshield. Textual messages undergo text to voice conversion as well as head up display. Moreover, to provide full hands-off operation, voice recognition of predefined sets of commands is incorporated within the terminal. In another embodiment, the illumination means is placed in a housing separate from the terminal. A wireless link between the illumination means and the terminal provide for communicating text and graphics for head up display.