公开(公告)号：US20090142035A1

公开(公告)日：2009-06-04

申请号：US11948180

申请日：2007-11-30

Applicant: David A. Kummer ,  Markus Wayne Jackson

Inventor： David A. Kummer ,  Markus Wayne Jackson

IPC: H04N5/91 ,  H04N7/26

CPC classification number: H04N5/44543 ,  H04N5/781 ,  H04N21/4147 ,  H04N21/4334 ,  H04N21/44222 ,  H04N21/4532 ,  H04N21/4668 ,  H04N21/4755 ,  H04N21/4756 ,  H04N21/4826

Abstract: A program recording device including an input port, a processor memory, a processor, a selector, and a storage element is configured to receive command data and program data through the input port. The selector receives command data and program data from the input port and outputs the command data to the processor memory and the program data to the storage element. The processor uses this command data to control the selector and storage element to automatically record a program influenced by user preferences onto the storage element without requiring any user input.

Abstract translation: 包括输入端口，处理器存储器，处理器，选择器和存储元件的程序记录装置被配置为通过输入端口接收命令数据和程序数据。 选择器从输入端口接收命令数据和程序数据，并将命令数据输出到处理器存储器，并将程序数据输出到存储元件。 处理器使用该命令数据来控制选择器和存储元件，以自动将受用户偏好影响的程序记录到存储元件上，而不需要任何用户输入。

公开(公告)号：US08732764B2

公开(公告)日：2014-05-20

申请号：US11948180

申请日：2007-11-30

Applicant: David A. Kummer ,  Markus Wayne Jackson

Inventor： David A. Kummer ,  Markus Wayne Jackson

IPC: H04N5/445

CPC classification number: H04N5/44543 ,  H04N5/781 ,  H04N21/4147 ,  H04N21/4334 ,  H04N21/44222 ,  H04N21/4532 ,  H04N21/4668 ,  H04N21/4755 ,  H04N21/4756 ,  H04N21/4826

Abstract: A program recording device including an input port, a processor memory, a processor, a selector, and a storage element is configured to receive command data and program data through the input port. The selector receives command data and program data from the input port and outputs the command data to the processor memory and the program data to the storage element. The processor uses this command data to control the selector and storage element to automatically record a program influenced by user preferences onto the storage element without requiring any user input.

Abstract translation: 包括输入端口，处理器存储器，处理器，选择器和存储元件的程序记录装置被配置为通过输入端口接收命令数据和程序数据。 选择器从输入端口接收命令数据和程序数据，并将命令数据输出到处理器存储器，并将程序数据输出到存储元件。 处理器使用该命令数据来控制选择器和存储元件，以自动将受用户偏好影响的程序记录到存储元件上，而不需要任何用户输入。

公开(公告)号：US09185331B2

公开(公告)日：2015-11-10

申请号：US13302852

申请日：2011-11-22

Applicant: Henry Gregg Martch ,  David A. Kummer ,  John T. Kennedy

Inventor： Henry Gregg Martch ,  David A. Kummer ,  John T. Kennedy

IPC: H04N7/167 ,  H04N7/16 ,  H04N5/76 ,  H04N9/806 ,  H04N21/2347 ,  H04N21/2365 ,  H04N21/4408 ,  H04N5/913

CPC classification number: H04N21/4334 ,  H04N5/76 ,  H04N5/913 ,  H04N9/8063 ,  H04N21/2347 ,  H04N21/2365 ,  H04N21/42623 ,  H04N21/4263 ,  H04N21/4383 ,  H04N21/4408 ,  H04N21/458

Abstract: Content receivers may simultaneously record multiple instances of content for multiple programming channels based on content provider instructions. Systems and methods utilize the content receivers to record these multiple instances from at least a single transponder. In some instances, multiple transponders may have a common control word so that content carried on each such transponder may be simultaneously received, decoded and recorded. Further, a single demodulator may be associated with multiple tuners, so that the single demodulator processes all content received from transponders with common control words and/or other encryption mechanisms.

Abstract translation: 内容接收器可以基于内容提供商指令同时记录用于多个节目频道的多个内容实例。 系统和方法利用内容接收器从至少一个转发器记录这些多个实例。 在一些情况下，多个转发器可以具有公共控制字，使得可以同时接收，解码和记录每个这样的应答器上承载的内容。 此外，单个解调器可以与多个调谐器相关联，使得单个解调器使用公共控制字和/或其他加密机制处理从应答器接收的所有内容。

公开(公告)号：US20150271552A1

公开(公告)日：2015-09-24

申请号：US14728506

申请日：2015-06-02

Applicant: David A. Kummer

Inventor： David A. Kummer

IPC: H04N21/458 ,  H04N21/61 ,  H04N5/76 ,  H04N21/433 ,  H04N21/472

CPC classification number: H04N21/4583 ,  H04N5/76 ,  H04N21/4227 ,  H04N21/4334 ,  H04N21/440236 ,  H04N21/47214 ,  H04N21/4882 ,  H04N21/6181 ,  H04N21/6187

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are provided which facilitate the resolution of recording conflicts of a digital video recorder (DVR). A DVR identifies a recording conflict between a first recording timer associated with a first television program and a second recording timer associated with a second television program. A communication is initiated to a communication device associated with a user of the digital video recorder to inform the user of the recording conflict. Responsive to the communication, the user provides information to the DVR via the communication device requesting to resolve the recording conflict. The DVR utilizes the provided information to modify one or more of the conflicted recording timers to resolve the conflict.

Abstract translation: 提供了便于解决数字录像机（DVR）的记录冲突的装置和方法。 DVR识别与第一电视节目相关联的第一记录定时与与第二电视节目相关联的第二记录定时器之间的记录冲突。 向与数字录像机的用户相关联的通信设备发起通信以通知用户记录冲突。 响应于通信，用户通过通信设备向DVR提供请求解决记录冲突的信息。 DVR利用所提供的信息来修改一个或多个冲突的记录定时器来解决冲突。

公开(公告)号：US08613017B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-17

申请号：US12897719

申请日：2010-10-04

Applicant: Charles W. Ergen ,  Michael T. Dugan ,  David A. Kummer ,  William M. Beals ,  Daniel L. Rudolph ,  Mark H. Gomez ,  Henry Gregg Martch ,  Adam C. Morzos

Inventor： Charles W. Ergen ,  Michael T. Dugan ,  David A. Kummer ,  William M. Beals ,  Daniel L. Rudolph ,  Mark H. Gomez ,  Henry Gregg Martch ,  Adam C. Morzos

IPC: G06F3/00 ,  G06F13/00 ,  H04N5/445 ,  H04N5/44

CPC classification number: H04N21/4135 ,  G08C17/02 ,  H04N5/4403 ,  H04N21/4122 ,  H04N21/42204 ,  H04N2005/4412 ,  H04N2005/4444

Abstract: A remote control and method of programming a remote control for controlling components in an entertainment system are disclosed. The remote control may operate in multiple modes including a limited mode that prevents the remote control from sending predetermined commands to one or more components, even when instructed to do so by the user. In addition, the remote control may issue one or more commands to each component in response to a single user input.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于控制娱乐系统中的组件的遥控器的远程控制和方法。 遥控器可以以多种模式操作，包括防止远程控制向一个或多个组件发送预定命令的限制模式，即使在用户指示的情况下也是如此。 此外，遥控器可以响应于单个用户输入向每个组件发出一个或多个命令。

公开(公告)号：US08607297B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-10

申请号：US10940078

申请日：2004-09-13

Applicant: David A. Kummer ,  Mark W. Jackson ,  Michael T. Dugan ,  Daniel J. Minnick

Inventor： David A. Kummer ,  Mark W. Jackson ,  Michael T. Dugan ,  Daniel J. Minnick

IPC: H04N7/16

CPC classification number: H04N5/76 ,  H04N5/4401 ,  H04N5/765 ,  H04N5/775 ,  H04N5/781 ,  H04N9/8042 ,  H04N21/23614 ,  H04N21/25875 ,  H04N21/4147 ,  H04N21/4227 ,  H04N21/42676 ,  H04N21/42684 ,  H04N21/4334 ,  H04N21/4348 ,  H04N21/43615 ,  H04N21/47214 ,  H04N21/6118 ,  H04N21/6125 ,  H04N21/6143 ,  H04N21/6543

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and apparatus to have a pay television distributor set timers for the user. The timers record programs either requested by the user or by the pay television distributor.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种使付费电视分配器为用户设置定时器的方法和装置。 计时器记录节目，由用户或收费电视分销商请求。

公开(公告)号：US08380050B2

公开(公告)日：2013-02-19

申请号：US12702999

申请日：2010-02-09

Applicant: David A. Kummer

Inventor： David A. Kummer

IPC: H04N5/76 ,  G06F3/00

CPC classification number: H04N9/79 ,  H04N5/782 ,  H04N21/4334 ,  H04N21/47214

Abstract: Presented herein is a method of extending a recording in a media content receiver of a media event that is delayed. In the method, a recording of media content is begun at an expected start time for the media event based on a recording timer, wherein the recording timer indicates the expected start time and an expected end time for the media event. After beginning the recording, the media content being recorded is analyzed to determine an actual start time for the media event. The actual start time is then compared with the expected start time. If the difference between the actual start time and the expected start time exceeds some predetermined value, the expected end time is adjusted to extend the recording. The recording is then ended at the adjusted end time.

Abstract translation: 这里提出的是在延迟的媒体事件的媒体内容接收器中扩展记录的方法。 在该方法中，基于记录定时器，在媒体事件的预期开始时间开始记录媒体内容，其中，记录定时器指示媒体事件的预期开始时间和预期结束时间。 开始录制后，分析正在记录的媒体内容，以确定媒体事件的实际开始时间。 然后将实际开始时间与预期开始时间进行比较。 如果实际开始时间和预期开始时间之间的差超过预定值，则调整预期结束时间以延长记录。 然后记录在调整的结束时间结束。

公开(公告)号：US20120302220A1

公开(公告)日：2012-11-29

申请号：US13572400

申请日：2012-08-10

Applicant: David A. Kummer

Inventor： David A. Kummer

IPC: H04W4/14

CPC classification number: H04N21/4583 ,  H04N5/76 ,  H04N21/4227 ,  H04N21/4334 ,  H04N21/440236 ,  H04N21/47214 ,  H04N21/4882 ,  H04N21/6181 ,  H04N21/6187

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are provided which facilitate the resolution of recording conflicts of a digital video recorder (DVR). A DVR identifies a recording conflict between a first recording timer associated with a first television program and a second recording timer associated with a second television program. A communication is initiated to a communication device associated with a user of the digital video recorder to inform the user of the recording conflict. Responsive to the communication, the user provides information to the DVR via the communication device requesting to resolve the recording conflict. The DVR utilizes the provided information to modify one or more of the conflicted recording timers to resolve the conflict.

Abstract translation: 提供了便于解决数字录像机（DVR）的记录冲突的装置和方法。 DVR识别与第一电视节目相关联的第一记录定时与与第二电视节目相关联的第二记录定时器之间的记录冲突。 向与数字录像机的用户相关联的通信设备发起通信以通知用户记录冲突。 响应于通信，用户通过通信设备向DVR提供请求解决记录冲突的信息。 DVR利用所提供的信息来修改一个或多个冲突的记录定时器来解决冲突。

公开(公告)号：US20120199643A1

公开(公告)日：2012-08-09

申请号：US13020678

申请日：2011-02-03

Applicant: Dan J. Minnick ,  David A. Kummer ,  John T. Kennedy ,  Max S. Gratton

Inventor： Dan J. Minnick ,  David A. Kummer ,  John T. Kennedy ,  Max S. Gratton

IPC: G06F17/00

CPC classification number: H04N21/858 ,  G06F17/30879 ,  H04L67/36 ,  H04N21/4126 ,  H04N21/4131 ,  H04N21/4348 ,  H04N21/4722 ,  H04N21/8186

Abstract: An electronic device may generate a matrix code that includes information for performing an interactive activity related to content, combine the matrix code with the content, and transmit the combination of the matrix code and the content to a display device. Subsequently, the displayed matrix code may be captured by a matrix code reader in order to initiate performance of the interactive activity. In some implementations, the content may be a sporting event and capture of the matrix code may initiate performance of an activity corresponding to a fantasy sporting event league associated with the sporting event. In various implementations, the matrix code reader's initiation of performance of the interactive activity related to the content may utilize one or more other electronic devices located in a user location.

Abstract translation: 电子设备可以生成包括用于执行与内容相关的交互活动的信息的矩阵代码，将矩阵代码与内容相结合，并将矩阵代码和内容的组合发送到显示设备。 随后，显示的矩阵代码可以由矩阵代码读取器捕获，以便发起交互活动的执行。 在一些实现中，内容可以是运动事件，并且矩阵代码的捕获可以发起与体育赛事相关联的幻想运动事件联赛对应的活动的表现。 在各种实现中，矩阵码阅读器启动与内容相关的交互活动的性能可以利用位于用户位置的一个或多个其他电子设备。

公开(公告)号：US20120137318A1

公开(公告)日：2012-05-31

申请号：US13302717

申请日：2011-11-22

Applicant: Kranti Kilaru ,  David A. Kummer ,  Henry Gregg Martch ,  Jason Anguiano ,  S. Craig Hemenway

Inventor： Kranti Kilaru ,  David A. Kummer ,  Henry Gregg Martch ,  Jason Anguiano ,  S. Craig Hemenway

IPC: H04N21/24

CPC classification number: H04N21/42202 ,  H04H20/28 ,  H04H60/33 ,  H04H60/45 ,  H04H60/59 ,  H04N21/25866 ,  H04N21/44222 ,  H04N21/4758 ,  H04N21/4882 ,  H04N21/6582 ,  H04N21/84

Abstract: Measuring and tracking user interaction with a television receiver, such as a set top box or cable box. The television receiver may create and display a matrix code that includes temporal information, user identification information, geographic information, and/or a user selection. The matrix code may be captured by a matrix reading device and transmitted to a monitoring entity. Optionally, the matrix reading device may decode the matrix code and transmit associated data to the monitoring entity. The monitoring entity may use the code or data to track and distinguish between user interactions at different points in time.

Abstract translation: 测量和跟踪与电视接收机（如机顶盒或电缆盒）的用户交互。 电视接收机可以创建和显示包括时间信息，用户识别信息，地理信息和/或用户选择的矩阵码。 矩阵码可以由矩阵读取装置捕获并发送到监视实体。 可选地，矩阵读取装置可以解码矩阵码并将相关联的数据发送到监视实体。 监控实体可以使用代码或数据来跟踪和区分不同时间点的用户交互。