Method and apparatus for displaying channel information and...

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2001-06-06

2008-08-12

Lonsberry, Hunter B. (Department: 2623)

Interactive video distribution systems

Operator interface

To facilitate tuning or selection of video signal

C725S057000, C348S731000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07412715

ABSTRACT:
A method for displaying channel information on a digital TV. Channel information which can know the number of programs or program numbers received through a currently selected major channel is displayed. As channel information, a major channel number and minor channel numbers are displayed. If a channel up or down key is pressed, a viewing program is selected and corresponding channel information is displayed on a TV screen.

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