Method and apparatus for indexing video programs

Details Method and apparatus for indexing video programs Method and apparatus for indexing video programs

2007-03-27

2007-03-27

Lonsberry, Hunter B. (Department: 2623)

Interactive video distribution systems

Operator interface

C725S038000, C725S093000, C725S116000, C386S349000

Reexamination Certificate

active

09561390

ABSTRACT:
A television program is received that includes an index that identifies multiple television program segments contained in the television program. The index of program segments is displayed to a television viewer, and the television viewer is allowed to select at least one program segment for recording. The index of program segments can identify the name of each program segment, the time period during which each program segment is transmitted, the program type for each program segment, the content rating for each program segment, or whether the viewer is required to watch a particular program segment. The selected program segments may be recorded on a video recorder. The television viewer is also allowed to select the order of viewing of the program segments.

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