Interactive video distribution systems – Operator interface – To facilitate tuning or selection of video signal
Reexamination Certificate
2011-08-16
2011-08-16
Koenig, Andrew Y (Department: 2423)
Interactive video distribution systems
Operator interface
To facilitate tuning or selection of video signal
Reexamination Certificate
active
08001563
ABSTRACT:
An interactive television program guide system and method is provided. Time separators are displayed within lists of program listings to allow users to more easily view the program listings. On-screen arrows have their display characteristics changed according to user actions. Similar program listings are displayed only once when using search program listings. Users are provided with an opportunity to view channel information before setting channels as favorites. Information from local information services is provided in program guide display screens that are configurable by a main facility. Users are provided with an opportunity to centrally lock and unlock programs, and to bypass locks when desired.
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Berezowski David M.
Carpenter, Jr. Kenneth F.
Ellis Michael D.
Hagenbuch Daniel C.
Herrington W. Benjamin
Koenig Andrew Y
Malangone Carmine
Ropes & Gray LLP
United Video Properties, Inc.
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