Interactive video distribution systems – Video distribution system with upstream communication – Server or headend
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-04
2006-04-04
Grant, Christopher (Department: 2711)
Interactive video distribution systems
Video distribution system with upstream communication
Server or headend
C725S116000, C725S145000, C725S093000, C360S031000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07024681
ABSTRACT:
A master scheduler system and method automatically operate and/or coordinate operation of a plurality of relatively independent systems, including manual systems, to function as an NVOD system to provide automating diverse operations for supporting and maintaining an NVOD system. The master scheduler system and method may also be applied to automate manual processes of analog-based and digital broadcast based service. The master scheduler receives, processes, and disseminates NVOD schedule-related information for end-to-end NVOD service; that is, sending video from a back-end which stores video data to a head-end for viewing by a user. The master scheduler also provides operations support for the NVOD system, such as maintaining the head-end configuration, allocating channels, performing asset management, performing content management, etc. The master scheduler provides validation of scheduling information by comparing information such as programmed schedules, asset metadata, and data obtained by measuring asset parameters, for example duration.
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Chipalkatti Renu
Fransman Andrew
Brown Reuben M.
Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP
Grant Christopher
Palmiera, Esq. Joseph R.
Suchtya, Esq. Leonard C.
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