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2011-08-02

2011-08-02

Salce, Jason P (Department: 2421)

Interactive video distribution systems

Video distribution system with local interaction

Receiver

C725S037000, C725S038000, C725S059000, C725S120000, C725S078000, C725S080000, C725S081000, C725S082000, C725S085000, C725S131000, C725S132000, C725S133000, C725S139000, C725S140000, C725S151000, C725S152000, C725S153000, C348S731000, C348S732000, C348S734000, C348S555000, C348S558000, C348S836000, C348S838000, C348S839000, C348S843000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07992184

ABSTRACT:
A set-box (SBB) is advanced into a receptacle on the rear of a TV to add functionality to the TV. Digital video information is conveyed from the SBB to the TV using respective HDMI connectors on the SBB and TV that mechanically engage each other, whereas bi-directional control information is passed wirelessly between the SBB and TV.

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