公开(公告)号：US20080134237A1

公开(公告)日：2008-06-05

申请号：US11840189

申请日：2007-08-16

Applicant: Edgar Tu ,  David Boyden ,  Takashi Hironaka ,  Thomas Dawson ,  George Williams ,  Ludovic Douillet ,  Rajesh Rao ,  Peter Rae Shintani ,  Djung Nguyen ,  Milton Frazier ,  Ian Charles Matthews ,  Behram Mario Dacosta ,  Robert Hardacker ,  Nicholas James Colsey ,  Mark Hanson ,  Jason R. Meerbergen ,  Leo Mark Pedlow ,  Rolf Toft

Inventor： Edgar Tu ,  David Boyden ,  Takashi Hironaka ,  Thomas Dawson ,  George Williams ,  Ludovic Douillet ,  Rajesh Rao ,  Peter Rae Shintani ,  Djung Nguyen ,  Milton Frazier ,  Ian Charles Matthews ,  Behram Mario Dacosta ,  Robert Hardacker ,  Nicholas James Colsey ,  Mark Hanson ,  Jason R. Meerbergen ,  Leo Mark Pedlow ,  Rolf Toft

IPC: H04N5/445 ,  H04N5/44

CPC classification number: H04N5/46 ,  H04N5/44543 ,  H04N5/775 ,  H04N5/781 ,  H04N5/85 ,  H04N5/907 ,  H04N7/163 ,  H04N7/1675 ,  H04N21/4184 ,  H04N21/436 ,  H04N21/43615 ,  H04N21/4367 ,  H04N21/4532 ,  H04N21/475

Abstract: A TV-set is equipped with HDMI and USB connections that allow it to display and run audio-video content from a variety of conventional consumer devices. The TV-set is further equipped to provide a secure HDMI-USB interface that will allow the transfer of licensed high definition content and Internet subscriber services. Such secure HDMI-USB interface also enables a selection of proprietary application modules to be attached. Downloadable user interface templates, much like XML style sheets, are rendered to a user interface displayed on the screen. These are associated with corresponding thumbnails and URI's that allow a user to surf through lists and catalogs of materials, and then to play them in the appropriate formats and provide the machine with a customized controller. A remote commander is simplified, yet expanded to control all the attached devices through interactions with the user interface. The functions of the remote commander's keys change depending on where the user is navigating and what device is being controlled, similar to so-called soft-keys.

Abstract translation: 电视机配有HDMI和USB连接，可以显示和运行各种常规消费类设备的音视频内容。 电视机还具备提供安全的HDMI-USB接口，允许传输许可的高分辨率内容和互联网用户服务。 这种安全的HDMI-USB接口还可以选择要附加的专有应用模块。 可下载的用户界面模板，非常像XML样式表，被渲染到屏幕上显示的用户界面。 这些与相应的缩略图和URI相关联，允许用户浏览材料的列表和目录，然后以适当的格式播放它们，并向机器提供定制的控制器。 远程指挥官被简化，但扩展为通过与用户界面的交互来控制所有连接的设备。 遥控器的键的功能根据用户导航的位置以及正在控制的设备而改变，类似于所谓的软键。

公开(公告)号：US20080120682A1

公开(公告)日：2008-05-22

申请号：US11601331

申请日：2006-11-17

Applicant: Robert Hardacker

Inventor： Robert Hardacker

IPC: H04N7/16

CPC classification number: H04N7/163 ,  H04N21/4113 ,  H04N21/4135 ,  H04N21/43615 ,  H04N21/440218 ,  H04N21/44227 ,  H04N21/472 ,  H04N21/485

Abstract: A TV has a TV processor and a display presenting a map showing the topology of the home network of which the TV is a part. A user can manipulate the user input device to navigate around the map and cause content to be transmitted from a source component shown in the map to a sink component shown on the map. Using the map, the HDD of a PC can be used in addition to that in a PVR to source content to the TV.

Abstract translation: 电视机具有电视处理器和显示器，其中显示了显示电视作为其一部分的家庭网络的拓扑的映射。 用户可以操纵用户输入设备以在地图周围导航，并且使内容从地图中所示的源组件发送到地图上显示的宿组件。 使用地图，除了PVR中的PC之外，还可以使用PC的HDD来将内容提供给TV。

公开(公告)号：US20080109654A1

公开(公告)日：2008-05-08

申请号：US11591922

申请日：2006-11-02

Applicant: Robert Hardacker ,  Edgar Allan Tu

Inventor： Robert Hardacker ,  Edgar Allan Tu

IPC: H04L9/00

CPC classification number: H04W12/04 ,  H04L63/062 ,  H04W4/80 ,  H04W60/00

Abstract: Network registration for a device is achieved by providing the device with an RFID chip bearing a MAC address, cryptographic capabilities and keys, and then disposing the device near a registration server (such as a home network server/server TV) to cause the information on the RFID chip to be automatically transferred to the server and thus execute registration of the device on the network automatically, relieving a person from having to enter long strings of numbers.

Abstract translation: 通过为设备提供带有MAC地址，密码能力和密钥的RFID芯片，然后将设备放置在注册服务器（如家庭网络服务器/服务器电视机）附近，以使信息在 RFID芯片将被自动传送到服务器，从而自动地在网络上执行设备的注册，减轻了人们不必输入长串数字。

公开(公告)号：US20060233096A1

公开(公告)日：2006-10-19

申请号：US11242497

申请日：2005-10-03

Applicant: Robert Hardacker ,  David Desch

Inventor： Robert Hardacker ,  David Desch

IPC: H04J11/00 ,  H04B7/00 ,  H04J3/06 ,  H04M1/00

CPC classification number: G09G5/006 ,  H04L29/06027 ,  H04L65/607 ,  H04N21/2381 ,  H04N21/4363 ,  H04N21/4381 ,  H04W88/02

Abstract: Digital Visual Interface (DVI), or High Definition Multi-media Interface (HDMI), data is received from a source and sent to a transmitter chip that includes a transition minimized differential signaling (TMDS) receiver that outputs a 3-data and 1-clock physical signaling stream representing the DVI or HDMI data. This stream is rendered into I and Q data by an ASIC or FPGA and sent to a wireless transmitter for modulation, upconverting, and transmission to, e.g., a nearby display device without ever rendering the data into baseband video on the transmitter chip. The display device has a receiver chip that is essentially the inverse of the transmitter chip.

公开(公告)号：US20060153572A1

公开(公告)日：2006-07-13

申请号：US11036479

申请日：2005-01-13

Applicant: Mark Champion ,  Robert Unger ,  Robert Hardacker

Inventor： Mark Champion ,  Robert Unger ,  Robert Hardacker

IPC: H04B10/00

CPC classification number: H04B10/1143 ,  H04N7/163 ,  H04N7/22 ,  H04N21/4122 ,  H04N21/4367

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for optical wireless communication. In one embodiment, a wireless optical video system in which video content (e.g., DVI or HDMI) is transmitted wirelessly between a digital video source and a display device. This wireless optical communication is accomplished using a laser, encoded with the digital video data, directed from an optical transmitter to an optical receiver. In another embodiment, the data to be communicated includes high-definition video content.

Abstract translation: 光无线通信方法与装置。 在一个实施例中，其中在数字视频源和显示设备之间无线地传送视频内容（例如，DVI或HDMI）的无线光学视频系统。 该无线光通信使用从光发射机指向光接收机的数字视频数据编码的激光来实现。 在另一实施例中，要传送的数据包括高清视频内容。

公开(公告)号：US09430651B2

公开(公告)日：2016-08-30

申请号：US13680643

申请日：2012-11-19

Applicant: Christopher J. Read ,  Robert Hardacker

Inventor： Christopher J. Read ,  Robert Hardacker

IPC: G06F21/60 ,  G06F21/10 ,  G06Q10/06 ,  G06Q30/06 ,  G06Q50/18

CPC classification number: G06F21/60 ,  G06F21/10 ,  G06F2221/0782 ,  G06Q10/06 ,  G06Q30/06 ,  G06Q50/18

Abstract: An arrangement is provided where a media server temporarily stores a DRM license that is associated with downloaded media content prior to copying the DRM license to a physical archival medium such as an optical disc. When the media server confirms that the DRM license is successfully copied to the physical archival medium, it destroys the temporarily stored DRM license.

公开(公告)号：US08797465B2

公开(公告)日：2014-08-05

申请号：US11801165

申请日：2007-05-08

Applicant: Robert Hardacker ,  Steven Richman ,  Brant Candelore ,  Behram DaCosta ,  Peter Shintani ,  Takaaki Ota

Inventor： Robert Hardacker ,  Steven Richman ,  Brant Candelore ,  Behram DaCosta ,  Peter Shintani ,  Takaaki Ota

IPC: H04N5/44

CPC classification number: H04N5/44 ,  G08C2201/91 ,  H04N5/44582 ,  H04N5/76 ,  H04N21/42206 ,  H04N21/42207 ,  H04N21/42209 ,  H04N21/4222 ,  H04N21/42222 ,  H04N21/478 ,  H04N21/47815 ,  H04N2005/4425

Abstract: A handheld wireless device for controlling an electronic device. Ambient noise is automatically detected using a microphone and user preference parameters (e.g., volume) are adjusted, compensating for the detected noise. Plurality of signals are sent and received, operable to determine the location of the remote control, thereby operable to automatically tune various user preference parameters (e.g., surround sound). The remote control may be used as a telephone. When receiving a call, the caller information may be displayed using a popup window (e.g., on a television set). A call may be answered and the program may be paused/recorded/muted. The electronic device is automatically configured by identifying the user. A reader may read information on a payment card in a contactless manner. In one embodiment a radio frequency signal is used to reduce interference with LCD wavelength. The remote control may respond to a user command in order to be located.

Abstract translation: 一种用于控制电子设备的手持式无线设备。 使用麦克风自动检测环境噪声，并且调整用户偏好参数（例如，音量），以补偿检测到的噪声。 多个信号被发送和接收，可操作以确定遥控器的位置，从而可操作以自动调整各种用户偏好参数（例如，环绕声）。 遥控器可以用作电话。 当接收到呼叫时，可以使用弹出窗口（例如，在电视机上）来显示呼叫者信息。 可以应答呼叫，并且程序可以被暂停/记录/静音。 通过识别用户自动配置电子设备。 读者可以非接触式地阅读支付卡上的信息。 在一个实施例中，使用射频信号来减少与LCD波长的干扰。 遥控器可以响应用户命令以便定位。

公开(公告)号：US08792640B2

公开(公告)日：2014-07-29

申请号：US12021668

申请日：2008-01-29

Applicant: Kenichi Kawasaki ,  Robert Hardacker

Inventor： Kenichi Kawasaki ,  Robert Hardacker

IPC: H04L29/06

CPC classification number: H04N19/85 ,  H04L25/08 ,  H04L27/0008 ,  H04N7/1675 ,  H04N21/2383 ,  H04N21/4382

Abstract: A digital data signal, such as a digital video signal, is intentionally pre-distorted before being sent over a network. In one embodiment, this pre-distortion may be performed in accordance with a pre-distortion pattern or algorithm which is shared with only intended receivers. The pre-distortion pattern may be used to vary the pre-distortion on a periodic basis, as frequently as on a symbol-by-symbol basis. The pre-distortion function may include distorting the phase and/or the amplitude of the digital signal's modulation.

Abstract translation: 诸如数字视频信号的数字数据信号在通过网络发送之前有意地被预先失真。 在一个实施例中，该预失真可以根据仅与预期接收机共享的预失真模式或算法来执行。 可以使用预失真模式来周期性地改变预失真，如在逐个符号的基础上那样频繁地进行。 预失真功能可以包括使数字信号调制的相位和/或振幅失真。

公开(公告)号：US08792058B2

公开(公告)日：2014-07-29

申请号：US11948700

申请日：2007-11-30

Applicant: Robert Hardacker ,  Steven Richman

Inventor： Robert Hardacker ,  Steven Richman

IPC: H04N5/44 ,  H04N5/445

CPC classification number: H04N5/4403 ,  H04N7/163 ,  H04N21/4126 ,  H04N21/4355 ,  H04N21/482 ,  H04N21/84 ,  H04N2005/441

Abstract: System and method for displaying guide data on a remote control. In one embodiment, guide data may be received in a first format by the remote control. The guide data may be converted from the first format to a second format based in part on a predefined user preference. A portion of the guide data may be displayed in accordance with the second format on a display of the remote control such that guide data is displayed according to a first scale.

Abstract translation: 用于在遥控器上显示指南数据的系统和方法。 在一个实施例中，遥控器可以以第一格式接收指南数据。 部分地基于预定义的用户偏好，引导数据可以从第一格式转换成第二格式。 引导数据的一部分可以根据第二格式在遥控器的显示器上显示，使得根据第一刻度显示引导数据。

公开(公告)号：US08770815B2

公开(公告)日：2014-07-08

申请号：US12582188

申请日：2009-10-20

Applicant: Robert Hardacker ,  Rafael Calderon ,  Steven Richman

Inventor： Robert Hardacker ,  Rafael Calderon ,  Steven Richman

IPC: F21V5/00

CPC classification number: H04N5/64

Abstract: A bezel for a TV display has two or more bezel elements, one being more diffusive of light from a source juxtaposed with the bezel assembly than the other element. One element can laterally border the other element or one element can be directly behind the other. More than two bezel elements may be used.

Abstract translation: 用于电视显示器的挡板具有两个或更多个挡板元件，一个比另一个元件更容易扩散与与该挡板组件并列的源的光。 一个元素可以侧向地与另一个元件边界，或者一个元素可以直接在另一个之后。 可以使用两个以上的挡板元件。