Interactive video distribution systems – User-requested video program system – Video-on-demand
Reexamination Certificate
1998-12-31
2008-10-28
Kelley, Chris (Department: 2623)
Interactive video distribution systems
User-requested video program system
Video-on-demand
C725S061000, C725S116000, C725S078000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07444663
ABSTRACT:
A menuing system for a video distribution system provides an interactive display to allow a user to select and control the delivery of program material. A central host computer processes initial request for service from users and maintains a database of currently available program materials and other system resources. In response to a user's request for service, the central host computer assigns one of a plurality of assignable computing devices (ACDs) to communicate with the user. The ACD reads the database and presents an interactive menu to the user on the user's audiovisual display monitor. Using a graphical user interface (GUI) the user may then respond to the menu by selecting an item for viewing. The menuing system may have a number of levels that the user may parse through to allow the user to select desired program material. Upon selection by the user, the ACD passes the request on for further programming.
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Barnett Brian G.
Fenwick, Jr. Richard C.
Miner John T.
Power Donald W.
Brown Reuben M.
Kelley Chris
Kinney & Lange , P.A.
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