Interactive video distribution systems – Operator interface – To facilitate tuning or selection of video signal
Reexamination Certificate
2007-10-23
2007-10-23
Vu, Ngoc (Department: 2623)
Interactive video distribution systems
Operator interface
To facilitate tuning or selection of video signal
C725S043000, C725S052000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10947545
ABSTRACT:
An interactive television program guide is provided in which advertisements may be displayed on program guide screens. Banner advertisements may be displayed above and below program listings. Panel advertisements may be provided adjacent to program listings. The advertisements may contain video. The advertisements may be used to promote television programs and conventional goods and services. When a user selects an advertisement, the program guide provides the user with an opportunity to order products or services, request information, set reminders for upcoming programs, view program descriptions, record programs, or take other such actions. Embedded advertisements may be provided within the program listings region and may be automatically displayed immediately adjacent to related program listings.
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Allison Donald W.
Carpenter, Jr. Kenneth F.
Ellis Michael D.
Hassell Joel G.
Herrington W. Benjamin
Ropes & Gray LLP
United Video Properties, Inc.
Vu Ngoc
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