МИКРОПРОЦЕССОРНАЯ СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ ПРЕДОСТАВЛЕНИЯ МЕДИАПЛЕЕРУ ДОСТУПА К УДАЛЕННО СОХРАНЕННОМУ ЦИФРОВОМУ МЕДИАКОНТЕНТУ

1. Микропроцессорная система, предназначенная для обеспечения доступа медиаплеера к удаленно сохраненному цифровому медиаконтенту и/или к связанным с ним метаданным (которые называются в собирательном значении как "контент"), при этом (a) система выполнена с возможностью получения доступа к контенту; (b) обеспечения медиаплеера подходящим интерфейсом, доступным с помощью этого медиаплеера для взаимодействия с контентом.2. Система по п.1, в которой медиаплеер подсоединен к сети, медиаплеер не подсоединен к сети или медиаплеер периодически подсоединяется к сети.3. Система по п.1, в которой подходящий интерфейс, представленный в медиаплеере, состоит из одного или более из следующего, или некоторых их комбинаций: USB-соединение и технологии, которые относятся к нему, такие как мини-USB и микро-USB-соединения любой версии, которые представлены или нет в виде интерфейса массового запоминающего устройств в медиаплеере; беспроводное USB-соединение; соединение с помощью карты формата Secure Digital (SD) или подобная технология, такая как SDHC-карта, MicroSD-карта и MiniSD-карта, флэш-карта или SDIO (стандартный интерфейс SD/O; беспроводное соединение с медиаплеером, использующее WiFi, Bluetooth, беспроводную LAN или другие беспроводные соединения; Ethernet-кабель; eSATA-соединение; мобильное медиаплеерное соединение, такое как концентратор iPod™ или iPhone™ или другое соответствующее соединение; интерфейс с возможностью DLNA (альянс цифровых сетей для дома); DVI (интерфейс цифрового видео) соединение; HDMI-соединение (интерфейс для мультимедиа высокой четкости); интерфейс, основанный на инфракрасном или другом невидимом оптическом излучении; IEEE 1394 ("FireWire™", "i.Link™", "Lynx™"); со РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (51) МПК G06F 17/30 (13) 2013 148 773 A (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2013148773/08, 02.04.2012 (71) Заявитель(и): ОМНИФОН ЛТД (GB) Приоритет(ы): ( ...

Television card for use with e.g. notebook computer, has personal computer memory card international association interface connected with signal decoder for transmitting analog/digital television signals and audio/video signal to computer

The card has radio frequency receivers (41) receiving digital and analog television signals (1, 2). Demodulators (42, 43) connected to the receivers demodulate and transmit the signals (1, 2), respectively. A signal decoder is connected with the demodulators and an audio/video signal receiver (44) for decoding the television signals and audio/video signals (3), which is received by the receiver (44) from a multimedia play-back device. A personal computer memory card international association (PCMCIA) interface is connected with the decoder for transmitting the signals (1-3) to a computer (5).

Vorrichtung mit mehreren Transportstrompfaden zum Empfang von digitalen Rundfunksignalen

The invention relates to a device for receiving digital radio signals, comprising a digital radio receiver which has several transport current paths and at least two signal sinks. Switching means which are used to connect each of the transport current paths to each of the two signal sinks are also provided.

A host device method and system

A method of controlling a host device (e.g. television or set-top box, STB) comprises: receiving a broadcast application (e.g. providing additional services such as the red button) from a provider; running the received broadcast application and first middleware (e.g. conforming to an application programme interface (API) such as MHEG or HbbTV) on the host device; receiving a module (e.g. removable conditional access module, CICAM) application stored in a location, the module application requiring second (different) middleware to be run on the host device; and generating an identifier of the location of the stored module application, wherein the identifier indicates the second middleware and, in response to the identifier, running the second middleware. Running of first middleware may be stopped before running the second middleware. The module application may be retrieved from the identified location (e.g. Internet) and passed to the broadcast application for running on the host. Different ...

Digital broadcast receiver for receiving two distinct digital signals

A digital broadcast receiver for selectively watching one of at least two digital broadcasts transmitted via a respectively different medium is provided, which includes a tuning and channel demodulation unit 20 for receiving and channel-demodulating the at least two digital broadcast signals individually and restoring the received signals into a prior-to-being-channel-modulated bitstream, an interfacer 22 for selectively supplying one of the medium bitstreams output from the tuning and channel demodulation unit 20 according to an input select control signal, a controller 24 for searching the medium digital broadcasts which can be received in the tuning and channel demodulation unit 20 by controlling the interfacer 22 and supplying to the interfacer 22 the select control signal for selecting a bitstream corresponding to one of the medium digital broadcasts according to a user request among the searched digital broadcasts, and a demultiplexing and decoding unit 16-19 for demultiplexing the ...

CENTRALIZED IN-HOME UNIT TO PROVIDE VIDEO AND DATA TO MULTIPLE LOCATIONS

Docking station

Docking station for a modular device for digital multimedia reception, in particular for digital television reception, for the detachable coupling of a device for decoding digital multimedia signals, wherein the docking station comprises a back end interface (480) with a first coupling area (481a) designed for the detachable coupling of an external back end assembly group (180), as well as an HDMI input interface (484) designed for the detachable coupling of an HDMI output interface of an external device for decoding digital multimedia signals (8).

AN EXTENSION MODULE AND TV SET HAVING THE EXTENSION MODULE

An extension module is provided, which is connected between the television and the signal source to let the signal source exchange the media signal with the television, wherein the extension module has a first interface and a second interface, the first interface is electrically connected to the television and communicates with it interactively, the second interface is electrically connected to the signal source, and outputs power signal and control signal to the signal source.

FORCED EXECUTION OF AUTHENTICATED CODE

Described herein are systems and methods for providing hardware based security to software applications in a television receiver. The system can include a television receiver having a trusted hardware environment that includes a security processor and a standard environment that includes an application processor. The security processor can ensure that at least a portion of the software application executed by the application processor is secure. A portion of the software application code can be placed in an interrupt service routine memory space. During execution of the software application, the security processor can security check the portion of the software application in the interrupt service routine memory space, making it trusted code. The security processor can force the application processor to execute the trusted code by triggering an interrupt. Such forced execution can allow the security processor to not only ensure that code is trusted, but that it is executed.

PORTABLE COMPUTING SYSTEM AND PORTABLE COMPUTER FOR USE WITH SAME

A computing system comprising a pocket personal computer and a reader are disclosed. The pocket PC is pocket-sized and comprises flash memory, and optionally a processor and a GPS chip. The reader includes a monitor, a keyboard with docking port and an optional processor and at least one input/output USB connector. A user cannot interact with the pocket PC without the reader. The reader is a non-functioning "shell" without the pocket PC, however, when they are connected the system becomes a fully functional personal computer. To log on, a user provides security information, for example, a password or biometrics, such as fingerprints. The credit card size and capabilities of the pocket PC allows a user to easily carry virtually their entire computer in a pocket for use anywhere there is a reader.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MICRO-CLOUD COMPUTING

A method and system for micro-cloud computing is described. An application serving node, which is a specifically configured piece of customer premises equipment such as a set-top box, is the server for a micro-cloud network. Various user devices that form part of the micro-cloud network, such as television sets and smart phones, communicate with the application serving node. The application serving node is configured with software that allows various heterogeneous types of data to be obtained and streamed to the user devices in multiple ways. The application serving node performs much of the processing necessary for such content streaming itself and thus represents an edge-based network architecture.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MICRO-CLOUD COMPUTING

A method and system for micro-cloud computing is described. An application serving node, which is a specifically configured piece of customer premises equipment such as a set-top box, is the server for a micro-cloud network. Various user devices that form part of the micro-cloud network, such as television sets and smart phones, communicate with the application serving node. The application serving node is configured with software that allows various heterogeneous types of data to be obtained and streamed to the user devices in multiple ways. The application serving node performs much of the processing necessary for such content streaming itself and thus represents an edge-based network architecture.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING AND METHOD OF PROVIDING EXTENSION FUNCTION

Elements necessary for a digital television receiver are structured as blocks that are a plurality of digital signal processing blocks and a host arithmetic operation processing block. The blocks are connected through a general-purpose bus. Commands for controlling operations of the blocks and data of streams are transferred through the bus. An extension plug-in card for a new service can be attached and detached to / from the bus. The extension plug-in card has hardware that accomplishes an extension function and a script for commands of the hardware. When the extension plug-in card is attached to the bus through an interface, the script for the commands is automatically uploaded to the host arithmetic operation processing block side. The host arithmetic operation processing block can operate the extension plug-in card corresponding to the transferred script for the commands.

MEMORY MAP AND METHOD FOR INITIATION, OF, WIRELESS TRANSMISSION AND RECEPTION OF DATA

МОДУЛЬНЫЙ ЦИФРОВОЙ ТЕЛЕВИЗИОННЫЙ ДЕКОДЕР

Представленное изобретение относится к модульному устройству для приема цифровых телевизионных сигналов, а также к модульному устройству для дешифровки цифровых телевизионных сигналов, в котором предоставляются соответствующие интерфейсы для подсоединения модульного устройства для передачи данных и питания.

PHYSICAL ADAPTER, SIGNAL PROCESSING EQUIPMENT, METHODS AND COMPUTER PROGRAMS

Display device and control and upgrade method of display device

ON-SCREEN BROADCAST KEY

Un dispositif (1) de diffusion de contenu sur un équipement d'affichage externe et comprenant : - une unité de traitement, - un connecteur USB, - un connecteur HDMI, - un organe de stockage de données, - au moins un module de communication sans fil, et - une batterie interne. L'unité de traitement est agencée pour, en fonction du mode : - enregistrer des données de contenu visuel sur l'organe de stockage de données à réception de telles données depuis le connecteur d'entrée et/ou l'au moins un module de communication sans fil, et - chiffrer les données enregistrées ; ou - déchiffrer les données chiffrées et enregistrées sur l'organe de stockage de données, - convertir les données de contenu en un flux média, et - transmettre ledit flux média via le connecteur de sortie de sorte qu'un écran externe auquel est branché le dispositif diffuse le média correspondant. A device (1) for broadcasting content on external display equipment and comprising: - a processing unit, - a USB connector, - an HDMI connector, - a data storage device, - at least one communication module wireless, and - an internal battery. The processing unit is arranged to, depending on the mode: recording visual content data on the data storage device on receipt of such data from the input connector and / or the at least one wireless communication, and - encrypt recorded data; or - decrypt the encrypted data recorded on the data storage device, - convert the content data into a media stream, and - transmit said media stream via the output connector so that an external screen to which the device is connected device plays the corresponding media.

ELECTRONIC PLATFORM HAS MADE SAFE, AND PROCEEDED ACCESS OF SECURITY

DEVICE WITH SEVERAL TRANSPORT CURRENT PATHS FOR RECEIVING DIGITAL RADIO SIGNALS

The invention relates to a device for receiving digital radio signals, comprising a digital radio receiver which has several transport current paths and at least two signal sinks. Switching means which are used to connect each of the transport current paths to each of the two signal sinks are also provided. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Video, data and telephony gateway

A residential gateway for grounding video, data and telephony services is disclosed. The gateway has a MPEG bus connected from a network interface module to a first an a second video processors. A microprocessor controls the first and second video processors by sending control signals across a control bus.

PERSONAL COMPUTER AND PERSONAL COMPUTER ADD-ON CARD

In a personal computer (9), an add-on card (13) is present to receive digital (TV) signals from a CATV system or from a broadcast satellite. Therefore the PC has an add-on card with an RF connector (6) and a slot (17) for accepting a smart-card for conditional access purposes. In the prior art PC, a credit card sized smart card (11) is used. Due to the dimensions of the smart card and the available height of the add-on card, the tuner (12) has to be placed behind the smart card reader (10). Consequently, a cable (8) between the connector (6) and the tuner (12) is needed. The use of this cable introduces higher manufacturing costs and additional signal loss. In the PC, according to the invention, a reduced size smart card (21) is used, enabling the tuner (12) to be placed directly behind the bracket (4), next to the reduced size smart card reader (20).

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING CONTENTS THROUGH NETWORK IN DEVICE INCAPABLE OF CONNECTING TO A NETWORK

The present invention relates to a system and method for providing contents through a network in a device incapable of connecting to a network, the system including a contents playback device provided with an audio output port, for playing back the contents; and a dongle device supporting CPNS and attached to the audio output port to enable the contents playback device to operate as a device capable of connecting to a network, for capturing and encoding contents outputted from the contents playback device and providing an external user terminal with the encoded contents through the network. Accordingly, according to the present invention, the contents playback device incapable of connecting to a network is enabled to operate as a device capable of connecting to a network only by attaching the dongle device, and since the dongle device encodes the contents (e.g., sound source data) outputted from the contents playback device in real-time and transfers the encoded contents to an external ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAINTAINING A CACHE OF PREVIOUSLY VIEWED TELEVISION SHOWS

A system for maintaining a cache of previously viewed television content, includes a processor coupled to memory for receiving an input of information in addition to the content and related to the television content as well as from the cache and providing an on-screen menu to a viewer, the on-screen menu providing fields of relevant data from at least one of the additional information and the cache and receiving input from the viewer for saving at least the additional information to the cache.

Television receiving module and display apparatus and television receiving system using the same

A TV receiving module and a display apparatus and a TV receiving system using the same, wherein the TV receiving module is small in size and is detachably mounted outside or inside of the display apparatus. The TV receiving module is adapted to select and receive a TV signal of a desired broadcast from among TV signals inputted from a TV broadcast receiving antenna or cable, and provide the received TV signal. A detachable connector unit includes a first connector installed in the TV receiving module for receiving external power and an external control signal and providing the TV signal received by the TV receiving module externally, and a second connector detachably coupled with the first connector. The display apparatus is connected to the TV receiving module via the second connector of the detachable connector unit to provide the external power and external control signal to the TV receiving module, receive the TV signal from the TV receiving module and output video and audio signals ...

Open cable set-top box diagnosing system and method thereof

An open cable set-top box diagnosing system in which a point of deployment (POD), separated from a main circuit unit, having a newly defined interface is used to check an operation state of an open cable set-top box, transmits the checked state to a predetermined server, according to which the operation state of the open cable set-top box is diagnosed. The open cable set-top box diagnosing system includes an open cable set-top box for checking its own operation state by using a diagnosis resource by a communication protocol between a point of deployment (POD) separated from the main circuit unit and the main circuit, and a head end for providing a service corresponding to a request signal received from the open cable set-top box or providing a broadcast program to the open cable set-top box, and checking the operation state of the open cable set-top box.

Broadcasting receiver and a method of determining an operation mode of broadcasting receiver

A broadcasting receiver and a method of determining an operation mode of broadcasting receiver are disclosed. A host device transmits the resource information including A-mode resource information. And a POD receives the resource information and determining an operation mode based on the received resource information and operation mode setting information. The broadcasting receiver can protect content data received from all the transfer protocols including the wired/wireless network and the IP protocol, using the conditional access provided from the conventional cable card. The broadcasting receiver determines whether the host supports the A-mode and determines a method for receiving broadcast data, such that the operation mode of the broadcasting receiver can be properly established according to the determined result.

Display apparatus, upgrading apparatus, display system and data processing method of display system

A display system comprising: a display apparatus which comprises a first data processor to perform a first data processing, an output unit to output the processed data, at least one first signal connector to transmit and receive data and a first controller to control the first data processor; and an upgrading apparatus which comprises at least one second signal connector connected to the first signal connector to connect the display apparatus from the outside, a second data processor to perform a second data processing, and a second controller to control the second data processor. The first data processor and the second data processor perform the data processing independently.

Electronic apparatus and control method thereof and system for inspecting an application

An electronic apparatus including: a display unit; a communication unit which communicates with a server to which at least one emulating device is connected locally, through a network; a storage unit which stores therein a predetermined application; and a controller which is connected to the server and transmits the application stored in the storage unit to the emulating device, and receives from the emulating device an execution image of the application processed and executed by the emulating device and displays the execution image on the display unit.

Audio-Video-Signal-Sende-/Empfang-Verarbeitungseinrichtung

Eine Audio-Video-(AV)-Signal-Sende-/Empfang-Verarbeitungseinrichtung, die einen AV-Decoder eine Brücke und eine Busschnittstelle aufweist, wobei die Busschnittstelle eine PCMCIA-, CardBus- oder Express Card-Busschnittstelle ist. Der AV-Decoder wird verwendet, um ein analoges Videosignal und ein entsprechendes analoges Audiosignal zu empfangen und gibt ein erstes digitales Videosignal und ein entsprechendes erstes digitales Audiosignal aus. Die Brücke wird verwendet, um das erste digitale Videosignal und das erste digitale Audiosignal zu empfangen und um ein zweites digitales Videosignal und ein zweites digitales Audiosignal auszugeben, die gemäß einem Busschnittstellenstandard sind, und zwar an einen Computer durch eine Busschnittstelle, die gemäß dem Busschnittstellenstandard ist.

Vorrichtung zum Empfang von digitalen Rundfunksignalen mit einem Schnittstellenprozessor

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zum Empfangen von digitalen Rundfunksignalen. Sie weist ein digitales Empfangsgerät mit einem einen Tuner und einen Demodulator aufweisende Empfangseinheit auf. Weiterhin ist eine Steuereinheit vorgesehen. Am Ausgang des Demodulators liegen einem MPEG-Transportstrom entsprechende Daten vor. Der Demodulator ist mit einer Signalverarbeitungseinheit und über eine Geräteschnittstelle des digitalen Empfangsgerätes mit einem Zusatzmodul verbunden. Das Zusatzmodul weist eine zweite Signalverarbeitungseinheit oder eine Speichereinheit auf. Ferner ist ein Schnittstellenprozessor vorgesehen, der insbesondere zur Bearbeitung von mit der Schnittstelle in Verbindung stehenden Aufgaben dient.

Mobiles Videosystem für Fahrzeuge

Mobiles Videosystem, mit: einem drahtlosen Empfänger, der ein drahtloses Videosignal durch drahtlose Übermittlung empfängt und das drahtlose Videosignal demoduliert, um hierdurch einen digitalen Transportstrom zu erzeugen; einem Decoder, der mit dem drahtlosen Empfänger verbunden ist, um den digitalen Transportstrom zu empfangen und zu decodieren und damit einen Videodatenstrom zu erzeugen; einer Klangvorrichtung, die mit dem Decoder verbunden ist, um ein Klangsignal zu empfangen, das dem Videodatenstrom entspricht, und um es abzuspielen; einem Display, das mit dem Decoder verbunden ist, um ein Bildsignal zu empfangen, das dem Videodatenstrom entspricht, und um es abzuspielen; einem Steuergerät, das mit dem drahtlosen Empfänger, dem Decoder, der Klangvorrichtung und dem Display elektrisch verbunden ist, um bei dem drahtlosen Empfänger, dem Decoder, der Klangvorrichtung und dem Display die Einstellung für den Initialisierungs- und Betriebsmodus durchzuführen und den Decoder anzutreiben, ...

VER- UND ENTSCHLÜSSELUNGSVORRICHTUNG UND VERFAHREN FÜR DIGITALE VIDEOEINHALTSÜBERTRAGUNG

METHOD AND EQUIPMENT FOR THE TRANSMISSION OF A CODED DATA STREAM

DEVICE TO THE RECEIPT OF DIGITAL BROADCAST SIGNALS

DOCKING STATION

DEVICE WITH SEVERAL TRANSPORTATION CURRENT PATHS TO THE RECEIPT OF DIGITAL BROADCAST SIGNALS

Modular set top box assembly

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING MULTI-MEDIA CONTENT

A method and system for micro-cloud computing is described. An application serving node, which is a specifically configured piece of customer premises equipment such as a set-top box, is the server for a micro-cloud network. Various user devices that form part of the micro-cloud network, such as television sets and smart phones, communicate with the application serving node. The application serving node is configured with software that allows various heterogeneous types of data to be obtained and streamed to the user devices in multiple ways. The application serving node performs much of the processing necessary for such content streaming itself and thus represents an edge-based network architecture.

TELEVISION CAPABLE OF IMPLEMENTING FUNCTION EXTENSION

A television is disclosed in the present invention, which includes a television core subsystem, a television function extension component and a gold finger connecter. The television core subsystem is configured within the interior of the television for receiving audio/video signal in different formats. The television function extension component is used for providing the option of different functions. The gold finger connector is electronically connected between the television core subsystem and the television function extension component, and includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end; wherein the first connecting end is configured on the television function extension component, the second connecting end is electronically connected to the television core subsystem, and the power signal terminal, communication signal terminal and audio/video signal terminal of the first connecting end correspond respectively to the power signal terminal, communication signal terminal and ...

MEMORY FOR PROCESSING A PROGRAM GUIDE AS FOR A SATELLITE TV SERVICE

In a packet audio/video signal transmission system, program guide information is formed as a master guide (250) and a special guide (260). The master guide contains programming information for the period of the current several hours. The special guide contains programming information for the next thirty days, for example. The master guide is sent as a service on each carrier or transponder (210-230, 240) to render it readily available regardless of the carrier frequency to which the receiver is tuned. The special guide (260) is transmitted on only one of the carriers (transponders) to minimize use of system bandwidth.

Display apparatus, upgrading apparatus, display system and data processing method of display system

A display system comprising: a display apparatus which comprises a first data processor to perform a first data processing, an output unit to output the processed data, at least one first signal connector to transmit and receive data and a first controller to control the first data processor; and an upgrading apparatus which comprises at least one second signal connector connected to the first signal connector to connect the display apparatus from the outside, a second data processor to perform a second data processing, and a second controller to control the second data processor. The first data processor and the second data processor perform the data processing independently.

电视接收组件和显示装置以及使用它们的电视接收系统

... 一种TV接收组件和显示装置，以及使用该TV接收组件和显示装置的TV接收系统，其中TV接收组件尺寸很小且可拆卸地安装到该显示装置的外部或内部。TV接收组件等于选择和接收由TV广播接收天线或电缆输入的TV信号中的所需广播的TV信号，并提供所接收的TV信号。可拆卸连接器单元包括安装在所述TV接收组件中的第一连接器，用于接收外电源和外部控制信号并外部地提供由所述TV接收组件接收的TV信号，以及可拆卸地与所述第一连接器耦合的第二连接器。显示装置经所述可拆卸连接器装置的第二连接器，连接到所述TV接收组件，用于向所述TV接收组件提供外电源和外部控制信号，从所述TV接收组件接收所述TV信号以及输出所接收的TV信号的视频和音频信号。该显示装置可是LCD监视器或PDP TV接收器。 ...

IC card, data transfer device, data transfer method, and data transfer method program

A host device interfacing with a point of deployment (pod) and a method of processing certificate status information

A host device interfacing with a point of deployment (POD) and a method of processing certificate status information are disclosed. A communication unit transmits/receives data via a network. A controller collects information associated with a certificate of the host device and information associated with a certificate of the POD, updates certificate status information on the basis of the collected information, and transmits the updated certificate status information via the communication unit when a request for the certificate status information is received via the communication unit.

PORTABLE ELECTRONIC ENTITY READY TO RECEIVE A DATA FLOW MULTI-MEDIA DIFFUSE.

DECODER OF DIGITAL TELEVISION WITH DEVICE OF REMOVABLE AND OPTIONAL RECEPTION

L'invention concerne un décodeur de télévision numérique (100) auquel on peut ajouter un dispositif de réception supplémentaire (2), amovible et optionnel. Un utilisateur peut ainsi extraire d'un ensemble de flux de signaux reçus (S) plusieurs services de télévision n'appartenant pas nécessairement au même flux de signaux. Différents moyens sont mis en oeuvre au sein du décodeur (100) pour gérer la présence et le fonctionnement du dispositif de réception supplémentaire (2). The invention relates to a digital television decoder (100) to which an additional, removable and optional receiving device (2) can be added. A user can thus extract from a set of received signal streams (S) several television services not necessarily belonging to the same signal stream. Different means are implemented within the decoder (100) to manage the presence and operation of the additional reception device (2).

AUDIO EXTENSION MODULE

IC CARD, DATA TRANSFER DEVICE, DATA TRANSFER METHOD, AND DATA TRANSFER METHOD PROGRAM

An IC card capable of high-speed data transfer with a data transfer device with low processing capability. The IC card has a controller and a communication unit. The controller adds management information, including information on the data length of a data packet, to generate the data packet and divides the data packet into data blocks each having a data length equal to a size instructed by the data transfer device. When sending the plurality of data blocks of one data packet to the data transfer device, the communication unit sends an interrupt signal to the data transfer device when the data block including the management information is sent to the data transfer device but does not send the interrupt signal when the data block not including the management information is sent to the data transfer device. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

HARDWARE MODULE FOR ADDING FUNCTIONALITY TO TELEVISION

A modular interface (12a) allows new functionalities to be added to a television receiver (12). A module (20) can be added to the television receiver (12) through the interface (12a) that will enable additional functionalities on the television. The interface (12a) allows copy protection of digital video and audio content by incorporating HDCP technology, thereby also allowing the manufacturer of the interface (12a) to control the access to the interface (12a). COPYRIGHT KIPO & WIPO 2010 ...

Method, network, and apparatus for on-demand independent multimedia information distribution

Disclosed herein is a method and system for transmitting on-demand multimedia information to an end-user's set-top-box (STB). The multimedia information may be received from at least one satellite via a satellite receiver. The satellite receiver may convey the multimedia information to a service provider location. At the service provider location, a content server may receive a request for transmission of multimedia information. The request may be validated to determine whether the request is authorized. Upon determining that the request is authorized, the multimedia information may be transmitted by a distribution unit to the STB at the end-user location. In contrast to prior systems, instead of transmitting every channel that a service provider offers to each end-user location, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, only the particular multimedia information (channel) being requested is transmitted to each end-user location.

Method and apparatus for implementing a scaled upgrading of an upgradeable set-top box

An upgradeable set-top box for converting a signal is provided. The upgradeable set-top box is provided with a housing, including an input port for receiving an input signal, an output port for transmitting an output signal, an upgrade slot formed within a first side of the housing, and an expansion port. The upgradeable set-top box is further provided with a tuner for converting the input signal to an output signal. An upgrade module formed to removably fit within the upgrade slot, and an expansion box, removably attachable to the housing, provide for scaled upgrading of the functionality of the upgradeable set-top box. Basic functions of a digital receiver are initially incorporated in the upgradeable set-top box. Next, an upgrade module is joined to the upgradeable set-top box to allow a next stage upgrade. The next-stage upgrade will provide additional functions to the upgradeable set-top box such as standard television tuner and remote control capability. Finally, an expansion box ...

EMBEDDED SYSTEM FOR VIDEO PROCESSING WITH HARDWARE MEANS

APPLICATION EXECUTION SYSTEM FOR DIGITAL TELEVISION, APPARATUS FOR APPLICATION EXECUTION FOR DIGITAL TELEVISION AND METHOD TO IMPLEMENT SAID SYSTEM

The present invention refers to a system for executing applications, wherein said system is organized by layers and is designed to be used in an open broadcasting television system (land or satellite), and said system is capable of allowing the execution of applications produced by television broadcasters in the different hardware present in the Set-top Box and/or television set present at the viewer's residence.

IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, UPGRADE APPARATUS, DISPLAY SYSTEM INCLUDING THE SAME, AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

An image processing apparatus, upgrade apparatus, display system and control method are provided. The image processing apparatus includes a signal input unit; a first image processing unit which processes an input signal input by the signal input unit to output a first output signal; an upgrade apparatus connection unit connected to an upgrade apparatus which includes a second image processing unit; and a first controller which controls at least one of the input signal processed by the first image processing unit and the first output signal to be transmitted to the upgrade apparatus and processed by the second image processing unit if the upgrade apparatus is connected to the upgrade apparatus connection unit.

A SECURE PERSONAL CONTENT SERVER

L'invention concerne un système de serveur de contenu local (LCS) servant à former un environnement sécurisé pour du contenu numérique. Ce système comporte : un port de communications communiquant de manière à connecter par un réseau le LCS à au moins un distributeur de contenu électronique sécurisé (SECD) ; le SECD est capable de stocker plusieurs ensembles de données, de recevoir une demande de transfert d'au moins un ensemble de données de contenu, et de transmettre cet/ces ensemble(s) de données de contenu dans une transmission sécurisée ; un support de stockage réinscriptible permettant de stocker et de récupérer le contenu reçu d'un dispositif extérieur au LCS ; un processeur de domaine qui impose des règles et des procédures de transfert de contenu entre le LCS et les dispositifs extérieurs au LCS, et un module d'adresse programmable pouvant être programmé à l'aide d'un code d'identification associé de manière unique au LCS. Le LCS comporte des règles et des procédures de réception ...

TERMINAL DEVICE FOR USE WITH A VIDEO DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

La présente invention concerne un terminal (200) destiné à un système de vidéodistribution (150). Ce terminal comprend une entrée HF se connecte fonctionnellement au système de distribution de programmes vidés (150) de façon à recevoir une source (50) de programmes vidéo. Une sortie HF se connecte fonctionnellement à un récepteur de télévision (250) de façon à permettre la remise d'images vidéo au récepteur de télévision. Une logique d'accès aux canaux (204) est connectée, d'une part en relation de réception de signaux à l'entrée HF de façon à recevoir les images vidéo, et d'autre part en relation d'émission de signal à la sortie HF de façon lui émettre les images vidéo. Un microprocesseur (208) est fonctionnellement connecté à la logique d'accès aux canaux, un lecteur de carte (209) étant fonctionnellement connecté au microprocesseur, de façon à lire des données de compte depuis une carte à piste magnétique.

DISPLAY APPARATUS AND THE CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF

A display apparatus, including a communicator; a display; an interface configured to connect to a dongle storing a first application based on a first OS; and a processor configured to: based on receiving a user command to execute the first application while the dongle is connected to the interface, transmit, to the dongle, a signal requesting execution of the first application through the interface, based on transmission of the signal, receive, from the dongle through the interface, an image received by the dongle from a first server by executing the first application, and additional information related to the image, execute a second application based on a second OS and receive, from a second server through the communicator, an additional image based on the additional information, and display the image on a first area of the display and display the additional image in a second area of the display.

Function upgrade device, display apparatus and method for controlling display apparatus thereof

A function upgrade device, a display apparatus, and a method for controlling a display apparatus are provided. The function upgrade device may include a function unit configured to perform a function in conjunction with the display apparatus, a storage configured to store user information and an application related to the function unit, an interface configured to connect the function upgrade device to the display apparatus and enable the function upgrade device to communicate with the display apparatus, and a controller configured to, when the display apparatus is connected to the function upgrade device through the interface, control the function unit to operate in conjunction with the display apparatus based on the user information and the application stored in the storage.

MULTIPLE STREAM DECRYPTING AND DECODING SYSTEMS AND RELATED METHODS THEREOF

A system for decrypting multiple transport streams is disclosed. The system includes: a Multiple Transport stream Multiplexer (M-Mux), for receiving at least a first transport stream and a second transport stream, and outputting a resultant transport stream; a multiple transport stream decryption card for decrypting the resultant transport stream to output a decrypted transport stream; a Source Multiplexer (S-Mux) for receiving the decrypted transport stream from the multiple transport stream decryption card and the resultant transport stream, and outputting a final resultant transport stream; and a Multiple Transport Stream Processor (M-Processor) for receiving the final resultant transport stream, and sending the final resultant transport stream to a corresponding framer.

INTEGRATED VIDEO CODEC AND INFERENCE ENGINE

Systems, apparatuses, and methods for integrating a video codec with an inference engine are disclosed. A system is configured to implement an inference engine and a video codec while sharing at least a portion of its processing elements between the inference engine and the video codec. By sharing processing elements when combining the inference engine and the video codec, the silicon area of the combination is reduced. In one embodiment, the portion of processing elements which are shared include a motion prediction/motion estimation/MACs engine with a plurality of multiplier-accumulator (MAC) units, an internal memory, and peripherals. The peripherals include a memory interface, a direct memory access (DMA) engine, and a microprocessor. The system is configured to perform a context switch to reprogram the processing elements to switch between operating modes. The context switch can occur at a frame boundary or at a sub-frame boundary.

Display system including a display apparatus and an upgrade apparatus, and method of controlling the same.

A display apparatus including and a display unit are provided. The display apparatus includes an image processing unit processing an image signal received from an image source according to a preset image processing process in order to display the image on the display unit; a connection unit connected to an upgrade apparatus provided to upgrade the image processing process; a storage unit storing operating time information and displaying the information on the display unit; and a controller displaying a menu image on the display unit, the menu image being provided to adjust at least one preset item associated with quality of the image displayed on the display unit, and transmitting the operating time information on the display unit to the upgrade apparatus to change a set value of the item of the menu image corresponding to the operating time information on the display unit stored in the storage unit.

Display apparatus and control method thereof

Disclosed is a display apparatus and a control method thereof, the display apparatus including: an image processor which processes an image signal; a display which displays an image based on the image signal; a connector on which an upgrade apparatus which is used for upgrading at least one function of the display is mounted; a storage which stores setting information; and a controller which transmits the stored setting information to the upgrade apparatus when the upgrade apparatus is mounted, and which displays an image based on a control of the upgrade apparatus.

METHOD FOR SELECTING CHANNELS IN A TELEVISION SET INCLUDING EXTENSION MODULES FOR RECEIVING SUPPLEMENTARY FORMATS

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR USING THE HOST-POD INTERFACE OF A DIGITAL TELEVISION OR OTHER DIGITAL AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER FOR NEW SERVICES

Image processing apparatus, upgrade apparatus, display system including the same, and control method thereof

An image processing apparatus, upgrade apparatus, display system and control method are provided. The image processing apparatus includes a signal input unit; a first image processing unit which processes an input signal input by the signal input unit to output a first output signal; an upgrade apparatus connection unit connected to an upgrade apparatus which includes a second image processing unit; and a first controller which controls at least one of the input signal processed by the first image processing unit and the first output signal to be transmitted to the upgrade apparatus and processed by the second image processing unit if the upgrade apparatus is connected to the upgrade apparatus connection unit.

DIGITAL BROADCAST RECEIVER

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To solve the following problems: a digital broadcast receiver corresponding to an open cable specification should have an interface for connection with a conditional access card, a transmitting and receiving circuit, and a DOCSIS (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification) system cable modem for an out-of-band signal, resulting in an increase a circuit size and power consumption. SOLUTION: A digital broadcast receiver includes a first module (200) for receiving the digital broadcast signal restricted by conditional access, and a second module (100) for receiving the digital broadcast signal not restricted by conditional access. A host CPU (108) of the second module (100) determines whether a conditional access card (222) is already inserted into the first module (200), and if it is not inserted yet, the power (225) of the first module is shut down. COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&INPIT ...

МОДУЛЬНЫЙ ПРИЕМНИК ЦИФРОВОЙ МУЛЬТИМЕДИЙНОЙ ИНФОРМАЦИИ

FIELD: information technologies. SUBSTANCE: output unit (370) for coupling of a device (7) for reception of digital multimedia information transfer signals is connected with an input unit (380) for coupling of a device (8) for decoding of digital multimedia information transfer signals, and the output unit (370) for coupling of the device (7) for reception of digital multimedia information transfer signals is connected with the input unit (380) for coupling of a device (8) for decoding of digital multimedia information transfer signals using an external line (390) so that the device (7) for reception of digital multimedia information transfer may be installed separately from the device (8) for decoding of digital multimedia information transfer signals. EFFECT: development of a device for decoding of digital multimedia information transfer signals or a device to receive signals of digital multimedia information transfer, which provides for simplified flexible modification of a configuration in accordance with national or regional requirements. 20 cl, 8 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 2 464 724 (13) C1 (51) МПК H04N 5/44 (2011.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 27.08.2008 EP 08015137.6 (73) Патентообладатель(и): НОВАБЕЙЗ ДИДЖИТАЛ ТВ ТЕКНОЛОДЖИЗ ГМБХ (DE) (45) Опубликовано: 20.10.2012 Бюл. № 29 2 4 6 4 7 2 4 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: ЕР 1156671 А2, 2001.11.21. US 2007028260 A1, 2007.02.01. WO 2007125223 А2, 2007.11.08. RU 68215 U1, 2007.11.10. RU 68828 U1, 2007.11.27. (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 28.03.2011 2 4 6 4 7 2 4 R U (87) Публикация заявки РСТ: WO 2010/022935 (04.03.2010) C 1 C 1 (86) Заявка PCT: EP 2009/006191 (26.08.2009) Адрес для переписки: 119019, Москва, Гоголевский б-р, д. 11, 3-й этаж, Московское представительство фирмы "Гоулингз Интернэшнл Инк.", Ю.В.Дементьевой (54) МОДУЛЬНЫЙ ...

ВНЕШНИЙ МОДУЛЬ, ВКЛЮЧАЮЩИЙ ФУНКЦИОНАЛЬНЫЕ ВОЗМОЖНОСТИ ОБРАБОТКИ

Изобретение относится к информационным бытовым приборам с возможностью приема внешнего сигнала, преобразования внешнего сигнала в контент и выведения контента для отображения на одном или более устройствах отображения. Техническим результатом является обеспечение эффективной модификации, обновления или обслуживания. Предложены системы и способы реализации внешнего модуля, включающего новые и/или выгруженные функциональные возможности обработки. Внешний модуль сконфигурирован для выборочного соединения с возможностью связи с информационным бытовым электронным прибором. Внешний модуль может быть сконфигурирован с аппаратными, программными средствами, данными и/или командами или принимать их для обработки контента и команд управления, принимаемых информационным бытовым электронным прибором. Когда команды управления принимаются информационным бытовым электронным прибором, он может разделять их на команды, которые должны выполняться информационным бытовым электронным прибором, и команды, которые ...

System zur Wiedergabe eines Medieninhalts aus dem World Wide Web

System (110) zum Anzeigen eines Medieninhalts aus dem World Wide Web (12) über ein Backend-System (14), das Medieninhalt einen elektronischen Programmführer (EPG) auf dem Schirm bereitstellt, mit: wenigstens einer Fernsteuerung (18), die mit einem Schirm ausgestattet ist und/oder einem Gerät (16) mit einem Schirm, der den elektronischen Programmführer zeigt, der von dem Backend-System (14) auf den Schirm abgerufen wird; einem Software-Applikationsprogramm, welches dafür sorgt, dass das Backend-System die elektronische Programminformation, einschließlich Metadaten des Inhalts, der für eine vorbestimmte Zeit bereitgestellt wird, speichert und den Nutzer einer Fernsteuerung (18) in die Lage versetzt, wenigstens einen zeitlich zurückversetzten spezifischen Medieninhalt auf Bedarf auf dem Schirm der Fernsteuerung und auf dem Schirm des Geräts (16) zu betrachten; und einer Bedienerführung auf der Fernsteuerung (18) zu einem bereits ausgestrahlten, aufgezeichneten Programm in dem elektronischen ...

Vorrichtung mit mehreren Transportstrompfaden zum Empfang von digitalen Rundfunksignalen

Personalrechner und Personalkarte

METHODE UND GERÄT ZUR ÜBERTRAGUNG EINES VERSCHLÜSSELTEN DATENSTROMES

Detachable television receiver module.

A television receiving module 100 comprises a television tuner 110, controlled by processor such as microprocessor 130, running using firmware stored in a memory 120 to select an incoming TV signal. TV receiver 100 is detachable or removable, being coupled to a display or computer monitor (see Figures 5A and 5B) via a connector 100C. The connector has plural terminals providing both external power from the display or monitor to the receiver unit and also transmitting both analogue and digital A/V signals received to the display. A display or TV monitor device (Figure 7) for use with the receiver comprises appropriate control, TV and audio signal processing circuitry, and also a user key input unit. The display or monitor may have a power circuit (Figure 8) adapted to supply various different voltages to the attached TV receiver module, as necessary. The display may be an LCD, plasma or computer monitor. The device allows conversion of a computer monitor to allow TV signals to viewed.

TV adaptor used with portable electronic apparatus

Physical adapter, signal processing equipment, methods and computer programs

A physical adapter comprising a first security module to decrypt data usable to derive the rendition of a signal at a first level of quality to obtain a decrypted rendition of the signal at the first level of quality, a decoder to reconstruct the rendition of the signal at a second, higher level of quality, a first synchronisation module to receive decrypted data from the first security module and the reconstruction data indicating how to reconstruct the rendition of the signal at the second, higher level of quality and to output synchronised data for the decoder, wherein the decoder is configured to receive the decrypted rendition of the signal at the first level of quality and at least synchronised reconstruction data for reconstruction of the rendition of the signal atthe second, higher level of quality. The physical adapter is configured to be connectable to signal processing equipment, the signal processing equipment being configured to output the data usable to derive the rendition ...

Audio-video signal transceiving processing device

MODULAR DIGITAL ONES TELEVISION DECODERS

SAFETY PROCESSOR AS WELL AS RECORDING METHOD AND - MEDIUM FOR THE CONFIGURATION OF THE BEHAVIOR OF THIS PROCESSOR

READER ADAPTED FOR A PORTABLE COMPUTER

A reader for interacting with a credit-card-sized pocket personal computer is disclosed. The reader and pocket PC comprise a computing system. The system comprises storage, a processor, a GPS chip and an operating system. The reader includes at least one input device such as a keyboard and at least one output device such as a display. A user cannot interact with the pocket PC without the reader. The reader is a non-functioning 'shell' without the pocket PC, however, when they are connected the system becomes a fully functional personal computer. To log on, a user provides security information, for example, a password or biometrics, such as fingerprints. The credit card size and capabilities of the pocket PC allows a user to easily carry virtually their entire computer in a pocket for use anywhere there is a reader. In addition, the pocket PC provides security against unauthorized use, even if lost or stolen, since a password or fingerprints are required to access to the device.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MICRO-CLOUD COMPUTING

A method and system for micro-cloud computing is described. An application serving node, which is a specifically configured piece of customer premises equipment such as a set-top box, is the server for a micro-cloud network. Various user devices that form part of the micro-cloud network, such as television sets and smart phones, communicate with the application serving node. The application serving node is configured with software that allows various heterogeneous types of data to be obtained and streamed to the user devices in multiple ways. The application serving node performs much of the processing necessary for such content streaming itself and thus represents an edge-based network architecture.

VIDEO DECODER

The present invention is directed to a system and method which allows highly compressed data files to be expanded in a standalone decoder having an output at least 80 times larger than the compressed input. In one embodiment, a universally available interface is used to transport encoded media from a host PC to a decoder external to the PC for expansion and presentation as a HD display image. In one embodiment, a USB port of the user's PC (or other storage device) is used to transport data at a rate of between 0.3 Mbit/sec and 5 Mbits/sec for expansion into a robust HD signal of up to about 3Gbits/sec or higher. In other embodiments, provision is made for reducing the decompressed expanded data file to below 480 Mbits/sec so as to accommodate retransport of the decompressed file back to the PC or storage device for temporary storage or display.

TELEVISION CAPABLE OF IMPLEMENTING FUNCTION EXTENSION

A television is disclosed in the present invention, which includes a television core subsystem, a television function extension component and a gold finger connector. The television core subsystem is configured within the interior of the television for receiving audio/video signal in different formats. The television function extension component is used for providing the option of different functions. The gold finger connector is electronically connected between the television core subsystem and the television function extension component, and includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end; wherein the first connecting end is configured on the television function extension component, the second connecting end is electronically connected to the television core subsystem, and the power signal terminal, communication signal terminal and audio/video signal terminal of the first connecting end correspond respectively to the power signal terminal, communication signal terminal and ...

VIDEO, DATA AND TELEPHONY GATEWAY

A residential gateway (200) for grounding video, data, and telephony services is disclosed. The gateway (200) has an MPEG bus (424) connected from a network interface module (410) to first and second video processors (450). A microprocessor (434) controls the first and second video processors by sending control signals across a control bus (422).

Television audio bit stream generator for personal computer and control method thereof

Apparatus and method for reproducing digital multimedia broadcast and card for receiving digital multimedia

Portable computing system and used for the portable computer

Memory card and method for initiation of storage and wireless transceiving of data

Disclosed is a memory card having a central processor, a wireless transceiver module operatively connected to the central processor, a storage module operatively connected to the central processor, and a movement sensor operatively connected to the central processor. The movement sensor is configured to provide operational signals to the central processor as a result of a detection of movement of defined characteristics.

Semiconductor integrated circuit and video/audio processing device using the same

The invention provides a semiconductor integrated circuit and video/audio processing device using the same. A program distribution unit (18) transfers programs of signal processing blocks (11, 12, 14,15) inputted to a data input terminal (110) of a semiconductor integrated circuit (10) to a command memory (102) of a microcontroller (101) in the respective signal processing blocks.

PORTABLE ELECTRONIC ENTITY READY TO RECEIVE A DATA FLOW MULTIMEDIADIFFUSE.

Une entité électronique portable comprend une interface de communication (110) avec un terminal hôte (TH), des moyens de conversion (170) d'un signal reçu en un flux de données multimédia sécurisé et des moyens de transmission au terminal hôte d'un flux de données multimédia obtenu à partir du flux de données multimédia sécurisé. Elle comprend également des moyens (160) aptes à autoriser une restitution au niveau du terminal hôte du flux de données multimédia transmis.

IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE, LEVELING DEVICE, DISPLAY SYSTEM INCLUDING THE SAME, AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

Electronic platform e.g. computer server, for accessing e.g. sensitive information, has access control unit to prohibit access to memory part containing basic input output system, until successful authentication of access token is achieved

L'invention concerne une plate-forme électronique (PFE), comprenant une unité centrale de traitement (CPU), une mémoire de programme basique d'entrées-sorties, et des moyens de sécurisation d'accès, l'unité centrale n'adoptant un état opérationnel qu'après une exécution du programme basique d'entrées-sorties, déclenchée par un organe de démarrage (STRT). Selon l'invention, les moyens de sécurisation d'accès comprennent un jeton d'accès (JTN) et une unité intelligente et inviolable de contrôle d'accès (UCA) dans laquelle est implantée une partie (MBIOS_1) au moins de la mémoire du programme basique d'entrées-sorties, cette unité de contrôle d'accès (UCA) n'autorisant l'accès au programme basique d'entrées-sorties qu'en réponse à une opération réussie d'authentification du jeton d'accès (JTN) qui lui est présenté.

DEVICE OF TREATMENT Of SEND-RECEIVE OF AUDIO-VIDEO SIGNALS

Ce dispositif comprend un décodeur AV (21) pour recevoir des signaux vidéo et audio analogiques correspondant et délivrant des premiers signaux vidéo et audio numériques correspondant, et un pont (22) pour recevoir les premiers signaux vidéo et audio numériques et délivrer des seconds signaux vidéo et audio conformes à une norme d'interface de bus, à un ordinateur (21) par l'intermédiaire d'une interface de bus (23) conforme à cette norme, l'interface de bus étant une interface dite PCMCIA, CardBus ou Express Card.Application notamment aux dispositifs d'émission-de réception de signaux audio-vidéo entre des ordinateurs, au moyen d'interfaces de bus normalisées. The device includes an AV decoder (21) for receiving corresponding analog video and audio signals and providing corresponding first digital video and audio signals, and a bridge (22) for receiving the first digital video and audio signals and outputting second video signals. and audio compliant with a bus interface standard, to a computer (21) via a bus interface (23) according to this standard, the bus interface being an interface called PCMCIA, CardBus or Express Card.Application including devices for transmitting-receiving audio-video signals between computers, by means of standardized bus interfaces.

FUNCTION MODULE CARD, HOST DEVICE, AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

There is provided a digital broadcast reception device capable of mounting a function module card having a digital broadcast reception function as an option unit to a host device. The function module card has: a card control section; and a tuner section for receiving a digital broadcast signal, generating TS and a TS clock for TS transfer, and directly transferring them via a bus to a decoder/de- scrambler of the host device. The host device has a host control section for communication with the card control section, an I/O section, and a decoder/de-scrambler. Data transfer between the card control section and the host control section is performed by a master/slave type data transfer method setting the host control section as a master and using the clock of the host control section while data transfer between the tuner section and the decoder/de-scrambler is performed by using the TS clock. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

A MICROPROCESSOR BASED SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING A MEDIA PLAYER WITH ACCESS TO REMOTELY-STORED DIGITAL MEDIA CONTENT

A microprocessor based system provides a media player with access to remotely-stored digital media content and/or its associated metadata. The system is capable of accessing the content, so that the media player is provided, by the system, with a suitable interface, accessible by that media player, for interacting with the content. The system may be packaged as a USB memory stick and can be inserted into, for example, a PC running a legacy media player with no intrinsic ability to access remotely stored content. The PC can in this way be enabled to access the remote content.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR USING THE HOST-POD INTERFACE OF A DIGITAL TELEVISION OR OTHER DIGITAL AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER FOR NEW SERVICES

To receive new services including audio or video content for presentation by a cable-compatible digital television or other digital audio/video receiver, a module may be connected to the HOST-POD interface of the digital television. The module has a receiver for receiving audio or video content in a first compression format, a transcoder for converting said audio or video content from the first compression format into a second, different compression format, and a controller for transmitting the audio or visual content in the second compression format to the digital television over a HOST-POD interface. By using such a module, front-end components of the digital television may be bypassed while back-end components may be utilized to decompress and present the content. The module may be a PC card or smart card for example.

METHOD FOR ACCESSING A SERVICE OFFERED FROM A TOKEN, CORRESPONDING TOKEN AND SYSTEM

Method 30 for accessing a service offered from a token. The token is coupled with a terminal. The terminal comprises' means for receiving broadcasted messages. The broadcasted messages are broadcasted from at least one server, said first server. The method further comprises the first server sends 32, through the terminal, within the broadcasted messages at least one piece of data intended to the token and executable by the token, said executable data; and the token executes 38 the executable data by triggering an execution of an application embedded at least in part within the token. It relates also to a corresponding token and system.

Open cable set-top box diagnosing system and method thereof

An open cable set-top box diagnosing system in which a point of deployment (POD), separated from a main circuit unit, having a newly defined interface is used to check an operation state of an open cable set-top box, transmits the checked state to a predetermined server, according to which the operation state of the open cable set-top box is diagnosed. The open cable set-top box diagnosing system includes an open cable set-top box for checking its own operation state by using a diagnosis resource by a communication protocol between a point of deployment (POD) separated from the main circuit unit and the main circuit, and a head end for providing a service corresponding to a request signal received from the open cable set-top box or providing a broadcast program to the open cable set-top box, and checking the operation state of the open cable set-top box.

Method employing power-saving modes in electronic devices decoding and displaying multimedia-programs

Disclosed herein is a method and system for employing power-saving states/modes in electronic devices. The electronic device may be adapted to determine whether an end-user is physically present when the electronic device is in operation or when an end-user display apparatus is inactive. The electronic device may be adapted to prompt an end-user to respond with an appropriate response. Upon determining that the end-user is not physically present, the electronic device may be adapted to enter at least one of a plurality of power-saving modes. The end-user, the network, and the electronic device may each be able to set the power-saving modes. The electronic device may also enter at least one of a plurality of power-saving modes by default. The electronic device may be adapted to maintain an end-user's settings and preferences by employing the power-saving modes.

Apparatus and Methods For Testing Cable Television Receivers

Described herein are techniques for facilitating the testing of cable television receivers during manufacturing and remanufacturing. More particularly, described herein techniques for simulating a conditional access module and/or cable television communication network/head-end for use during a testing process. The simulated conditional access module allows for the testing of a cable television receiver without the use of a head-end and/or fully functional conditional access module to verify all communication paths through the cable television receiver.

Portable audio/video playback apparatus

A portable audio/video playback apparatus of the present invention comprises an apparatus main body 1 and a broadcast receiver unit 4 removably attached to the apparatus main body. The apparatus main body 1 includes interfaces 32, 33 for connecting thereto the broadcast receiver unit; an audio processing circuit 22 connected to one interface 32 for processing and feeding an external audio signal to a speaker 24 ; and a video processing circuit 27 connected to the other interface 33 for processing and feeding an external video signal to a display 13 . The broadcast receiver unit 4 includes interfaces 55, 56 connected to the foregoing interfaces 32, 33 and decoders 47, 48 for feeding an audio signal and a video signal included in a received television broadcast signal to the interfaces 55, 56.

Systems and methods for receiving and transferring video information

Devices and methods for receiving, processing and formatting digital video. The devices may include a single semiconductor chip on which is imprinted a radio frequency signal tuner module and a display interface module. The display interface module may be configured to receive programming information from the radio frequency signal tuner module. The display interface module may be configured to communicate the programming information to a digital video recorder. The radio frequency tuner module may include a first radio frequency input channel and a second radio frequency input channel. The radio frequency signal tuner module may include a system oscillator and a phase-locked loop (“PLL”) circuit configured to generate a clock signal. The phase-locked loop circuit may be configured to transmit the signal to the display interface module and to any other suitable modules on the chip.

Method of adapting a bit rate for a mobile device

A method and system for micro-cloud computing is described. An application serving node, which is a specifically configured piece of customer premises equipment such as a set-top box, is the server for a micro-cloud network. Various user devices that form part of the micro-cloud network, such as television sets and smart phones, communicate with the application serving node. The application serving node is configured with software that allows various heterogeneous types of data to be obtained and streamed to the user devices in multiple ways. The application serving node performs much of the processing necessary for such content streaming itself and thus represents an edge-based network architecture.

Display apparatus and control method thereof

Disclosed are a display apparatus including a display unit which displays an image thereon; a first image processor which processes an image signal based on a predetermined image processing operation, and displays an image based on the processed image signal; a first central processor which controls the display unit and the first image processor; and a first controller which grants a control right to the first central processor or to an upgrading apparatus, which upgrades the display apparatus, to control the display apparatus when the upgrading apparatus is connected to the display apparatus.

Image processing apparatus, upgrade apparatus, display system including the same, and control method thereof

An image processing apparatus, upgrade apparatus, display system and control method are provided. The image processing apparatus includes a signal input unit; a first image processing unit which processes an input signal input by the signal input unit to output a first output signal; an upgrade apparatus connection unit connected to an upgrade apparatus which includes a second image processing unit; and a first controller which controls at least one of the input signal processed by the first image processing unit and the first output signal to be transmitted to the upgrade apparatus and processed by the second image processing unit if the upgrade apparatus is connected to the upgrade apparatus connection unit.

Image processing apparatus, upgrade apparatus, display system including the same, and control method thereof

An image processing apparatus, upgrade apparatus, display system and control method are provided. The image processing apparatus includes a signal input unit; a first image processing unit which processes an input signal input by the signal input unit to output a first output signal; an upgrade apparatus connection unit connected to an upgrade apparatus which includes a second image processing unit; and a first controller which controls at least one of the input signal processed by the first image processing unit and the first output signal to be transmitted to the upgrade apparatus and processed by the second image processing unit if the upgrade apparatus is connected to the upgrade apparatus connection unit

Amplified Television Antenna

An amplified television antenna system is disclosed that receives its power from a non-dedicated source such as a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection. The USB connection that powers the amplified television antenna can be made with any USB device such as a television, a television receiver, a desktop computer, a laptop computer, a game console, or a USB AC wall adaptor.

Display apparatus, control method thereof, upgrade apparatus, and display system

A display apparatus including: a display device; an image processor processing an image signal received from an image source according to a preset image processing process to display an image on the display device; a connector to which an upgrade apparatus upgrades the image processing process is connected and to which a server is connected to communicate with; and a controller comparing a first pairing key with a second pairing key stored in the server and selectively allowing or blocking a booting operation according to a comparison result, the first pairing key being generated based on a pre-stored first identification of the display apparatus and a second identification of the upgrade apparatus obtained from the upgrade apparatus when the display apparatus starts booting up.

Upgradeable display device and method for controlling the same

A display device and a method of upgrading the same are disclosed. The display device, such as a Smart TV, may include a broadcast receiver for receiving a broadcast signal, a demultiplexer for demultiplexing the received broadcast signal, a decoder for decoding the demultiplexed broadcast signal, and a display for displaying the decoded broadcast signal. The display device may also include an external device interface for receiving upgrade data from an upgrade device. A controller may be configured to process the received broadcast signal for display on the display and to upgrade the display device using the received upgrade data. The upgrade data may include at least one function. A control module may be configured to assign the at least one function to at least one of the upgrade device or the controller to execute the function on the display device.

Display device capable of upgrading smart functions and method for controlling the same

A display device capable of upgrading smart functions as broadly described herein may include a multi-functional display device capable of upgrading smart functions, including a broadcast receiver for receiving a broadcast signal, a demultiplexer for demultiplexing the received broadcast signal, a decoder for decoding the demultiplexed broadcast signal, a display for displaying the decoded broadcast signal, an external device interface configured to connect to a smart card for receiving upgrade data, a memory for storing the upgrade data and version information of the smart card, and a controller configured to process and display the received broadcast signal on the display, determine whether the smart card is connected to the display device, and communicate with the smart card to operate the multi-functional display device, wherein the smart card includes at least one smart function for execution on the multi-functional display device.

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CONFIGURING A DEVICE FOR ACCESS TO A WIRELESS NETWORK

Device for access to a wireless network, the device is connected to a Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) connector of a television signal receiver. Network configuration data is passed from the television signal receiver to the device via the PCMCIA connector. In some examples, the network configuration data is transmitted in a Moving Picture Experts Group (MPEG) transport stream. 1. A method of configuring a device for access to a wireless network , the method comprising:receiving the device in a Personal Computer Memory Card International Association, PCMCIA, connector of a television signal receiver;passing network configuration data from the television signal receiver to the device via the PCMCIA connector of the television signal receiver to configure the device for access to the wireless network.2. The method according to claim 1 , comprising receiving the network configuration data at the television signal receiver from a media operator.3. The method according to claim 1 , comprising receiving the network configuration data at the television signal receiver in a Moving Picture Experts Group claim 1 , MPEG claim 1 , transport stream.4. The method according to claim 3 , comprising receiving the network configuration data at the television signal receiver in a Conditional Access Table of an MPEG transport stream.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the television signal receiver is connected or is connectable to the wireless network that is to be accessed by the device claim 1 , the television signal receiver comprising data storage in which network configuration data that enables the television signal receiver to connect to the wireless network is stored claim 1 , the television signal receiver obtaining the network configuration data required to configure the device for access to the wireless network from the network configuration data stored in the data storage.6. The method according to claim 5 , wherein the wireless ...

Extending functionality in multimedia presentation device

Functionality of a multimedia presentation device is enhanced by establishing a communication path through an electrical connector that is selectively separable from the multimedia presentation device. Output streaming media are conveyed to the multimedia presentation device over the established communication path. A wireless communication channel is established over which input streaming media are received from a multimedia source device. Multimedia data of the input streaming media are stored in a memory that is selectively separable from the multimedia presentation device at the electrical connector. A processor, which is also selectively separable from the multimedia presentation device at the electrical connector, retrieves the multimedia data stored in the memory and the retrieved multimedia data are conveyed to the multimedia presentation device as the output streaming media on the communication path to the multimedia presentation device through the electrical connector.

DONGLE DEVICE WITH VIDEO ENCODING AND METHODS FOR USE THEREWITH

A universal serial bus (USB) dongle device includes a USB interface for receiving a video signal in a first format and for sending a processed video signal in a second format wherein the first format differs from the second format. An encoding module generates the processed video signal based on the video signal. In a further embodiment, A video card includes a video receiver for receiving a video signal in a first format, based on a selection command. An encoding module generates a processed video signal in a second format based on the video signal, wherein the first format differs from the second format. A USB interface transfers the processed video signal to the host device, receives the selection command from the host device and receives a power signal from the host device to power the video receiver and the encoding module. 1. A dongle device for use in conjunction with a television , the dongle device comprising:an electronic program guide module configured to operate via at least one processor to generate program data relating to a plurality of video programs;a wireless network transceiver configured to receive a streaming video signal in a first format from a video source in response to selection data that indicates a selected one of the plurality of video programs and a selection of the first format from a plurality of available formats, wherein the selection data is received from a mobile communication device in response to commands from a user;a decoding module, coupled to the wireless network transceiver, configured to operate via the at least one processor to decode the video signal from the first format to generate a decoded video signal;an encoding module, coupled to the wireless network transceiver, configured to operate via the at least one processor to generate a processed video signal in a second format from the decoded video signal, wherein the second format is a high definition multimedia interface format;a housing that encloses the wireless ...

Physical adapter, signal processing equipment, methods and computer programs

A physical adapter receives a data stream comprising data usable to derive a rendition of a signal at a first level of quality and reconstruction data produced by processing a rendition of the signal at a second, higher level of quality and indicating how to reconstruct the rendition at the second level of quality using the rendition at the first level of quality. The physical adapter reconstructs the rendition at the second level of quality and outputs the reconstructed rendition and/or data derived from the reconstructed rendition. The physical adapter is connectable to signal processing equipment that outputs the data usable to derive the rendition at the first level of quality. The physical adapter increases the quality of the rendition of the signal relative to the first level of quality and enhances the functionality of the signal processing equipment.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVISION OF APPLIANCE CONTROL FUNCTIONALITY TO A SMART DEVICE

A system for use in issuing commands to a plurality of appliances each of a specific one of a plurality of different appliance types includes a smart device adapted to transmit command communications and a plurality of low-energy consuming controllers each adapted to transmit a command to a one of the plurality of appliances of a specific one of the plurality of different appliance types in response to receipt of a command communication originating from the smart device. 1. A method for issuing commands to control functional operations of an appliance , comprising:pairing a smart device with each of a plurality of low-energy consuming controllers, wherein each of the plurality of low-energy consuming controllers is dedicated to controlling functional operations of a one of a plurality of appliances, wherein each of the plurality of appliances is of a different type, and wherein each of the plurality of low-energy consuming controllers has a memory provisioned with a command code set appropriate for commanding functional operations of the one of the plurality of appliances to which the low-energy consuming controllers is dedicated;in response to activation of an input element of the smart device, determining by the smart device a type of appliance that is to perform a functional operation that is associated with the activated input element;identifying by the smart device a one of the plurality of low-energy consuming controllers with which the smart device is paired that is dedicated to controlling functional operations of the appliance of the determined type;transmitting by the smart device for reception by the identified one of the plurality of low-energy consuming controllers an instruction to have the appliance of the determined type perform the functional operation; andin response to the identified one of the plurality of low-energy consuming controllers receiving the instruction, using by the identified one of the plurality of low-energy consuming controllers ...

METHOD OF ADAPTING A BIT RATE FOR A MOBILE DEVICE

A method and system for micro-cloud computing is described. An application serving node, which is a specifically configured piece of customer premises equipment such as a set-top box, is the server for a micro-cloud network. Various user devices that form part of the micro-cloud network, such as television sets and smart phones, communicate with the application serving node. The application serving node is configured with software that allows various heterogeneous types of data to be obtained and streamed to the user devices in multiple ways. The application serving node performs much of the processing necessary for such content streaming itself and thus represents an edge-based network architecture. 1. A method of adapting a content transmission bit rate for a user device having Global Positioning System (GPS) , the method comprising:receiving, by a serving node, GPS coordinates and differential coordinates from the user device, the serving node associated with a user of the user device, the serving node located at a premises of the user;calculating, by the serving node, a speed of the user device based on the GPS coordinates and the differential coordinates;using, by the serving node, the speed of the user device to calculate a probable content transmission error rate and a probable packet loss rate;determining, by the serving node, a closest server to the user device based on the GPS coordinates;adjusting, by the serving node, the content transmission bit rate for content to be transmitted to the user device based on the calculated probable content transmission error rate, the calculated probable packet loss rate, and the determination of the closest server; andcausing, by the serving node, the closest server to transmit the content to the user device based on the adjusted content transmission bit rate.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the differential coordinates include a change in distance and elevation over time.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising ...

FUNCTION UPGRADE DEVICE, DISPLAY APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING DISPLAY APPARATUS THEREOF

A function upgrade device, a display apparatus, and a method for controlling a display apparatus are provided. The function upgrade device may include a function unit configured to perform a function in conjunction with the display apparatus, a storage configured to store user information and an application related to the function unit, an interface configured to connect the function upgrade device to the display apparatus and enable the function upgrade device to communicate with the display apparatus, and a controller configured to, when the display apparatus is connected to the function upgrade device through the interface, control the function unit to operate in conjunction with the display apparatus based on the user information and the application stored in the storage. 1. A function upgrade device which is connectable to a display apparatus and configured to operate in conjunction with the display apparatus , the function upgrade device comprising:a function unit configured to perform a function in conjunction with the display apparatus;a storage configured to store user information and an application related to the function unit;an interface configured to connect the function upgrade device to the display apparatus and enable the function upgrade device to communicate with the display apparatus; anda controller configured to, when the display apparatus is connected to the function upgrade device through the interface, control the function unit to operate in conjunction with the display apparatus based on the user information and the application stored in the storage.2. The function upgrade device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein when the display apparatus is connected to the function upgrade device through the interface and user authentication is performed through the display apparatus claim 1 , the controller is configured to control the interface to transmit the user information to the display apparatus.3. The function upgrade device as claimed in claim 2 , ...

Method of displaying multiple content streams on a user device

A method and system for micro-cloud computing is described. An application serving node, which is a specifically configured piece of customer premises equipment such as a set-top box, is the server for a micro-cloud network. Various user devices that form part of the micro-cloud network, such as television sets and smart phones, communicate with the application serving node. The application serving node is configured with software that allows various heterogeneous types of data to be obtained and streamed to the user devices in multiple ways. The application serving node performs much of the processing necessary for such content streaming itself and thus represents an edge-based network architecture.

STANDARDIZED HOT-pluggable TRANSCEIVING unit WITH BANDWIDTH OPTIMIZATION FUNCTIONALITIES

A standardized hot-pluggable transceiving unit implementing bandwidth optimization functionalities. The transceiving unit comprises a first connector receiving a signal comprising a source video payload. The transceiving unit comprises a processing unit performing a scaling of the source video payload. The scaling consists in generating a scaled video payload by applying a scaling ratio to the source video payload. The transceiving unit comprises a second connector outputting an IP flow transporting the scaled video payload. In an alternative bandwidth optimization implementation, the first connector receives a plurality of source IP flows each transporting a source video payload. The processing unit selects one among the plurality of source IP flows, and generates outbound IP packets of an outbound IP flow based on stored characteristics of the outbound IP flow. The outbound IP packets transporting the source video payload of the selected source IP flow are outputted by the second connector. 1. A small form-factor pluggable (SFP) unit comprising:a housing having standardized SFP dimensions and adapted to being inserted into a chassis of a hosting unit;a first connector for receiving a signal comprising a source video payload;a processing unit in the housing for performing a scaling of the source video payload, the scaling consisting in generating a scaled video payload by applying a scaling ratio to the source video payload; anda second connector for outputting an Internet Protocol (IP) flow transporting the scaled video payload.2. The SFP unit of claim 1 , wherein the source video payload comprises a plurality of source images and the scaled video payload comprises a corresponding plurality of scaled images claim 1 , the generation of the scaled video payload comprising generating the plurality of scaled video images by applying the scaling ratio to the corresponding plurality of source images.3. The SFP unit of claim 2 , wherein the scaling ratio consists of one ...

System and a method adapted to display epg media content from the world wide web

A system and a method of a remote control adapted to display media content from the World Wide Web. This is accomplished by utilizing a smart-phone as a remote control by an application program, and transmitting the media content through a backend system utilizing WI-FI adapters to transmit streaming media to for instance a HDMI TV. Moreover, the invention provides viewing already aired programs through an electronic program guide (EPG).

Transporting credentials obtained via near-field communications through an extended connectivity apparatus of a multimedia presentation device

Credential data are obtained by a remote control from a credential-bearing device through a near-field communication (NFC) data exchange. The credential data are transmitted by the remote control and are received by an extended connectivity device through its wireless communication interface. A transaction is conducted with a network-connected service through the wireless communication interface of the extended connectivity device using the received credential data.

MULTIMEDIA PRESENTATION THROUGH AN EXTENDED CONNECTIVITY APPARATUS CONFIGURED VIA NEAR-FIELD COMMUNICATION (NFC)

Device-descriptive data of a multimedia device are obtained by a remote control through a near-field communication (NFC) data exchange. The device-descriptive data of the multimedia device are received by an extended connectivity device through its wireless communication interface. A wireless link is established between the extended connectivity device and the multimedia device using connection parameters in the device-descriptive data. Multimedia data are transmitted to or received from the multimedia device over the wireless link established in accordance with the connection parameters received in the device-descriptive data. 1. A remotely-controlled extended connectivity apparatus for a multimedia presentation device comprising: user controls disposed thereon and configured to accept commands from a user;', 'a near-field communication (NFC) interface;', 'a wireless interface; and', obtain device-descriptive data of a multimedia device in an NFC data exchange with the multimedia device through the NFC interface; and', 'transmit the device-descriptive data through the wireless interface; and, 'a processor configured to], 'a remote control comprising an electrical connector to mechanically couple with and be selectively separable from a complementary electrical connector on the multimedia presentation device and to provide thereby an electrical communication path to the multimedia presentation device;', 'a wireless communication interface selectively separable from the multimedia presentation device at the electrical connector, the wireless communication interface having a plurality of wireless transceivers supporting their respective wireless signaling protocols; and', encode multimedia data received through the wireless communication interface into a multimedia format selected from a plurality of multimedia formats that is compatible with the presentation capabilities of the multimedia presentation device;', 'convey the encoded multimedia data over the ...

PORTABLE AUDIO/VIDEO PLAYBACK APPARATUS

A portable audio/video playback apparatus of the present invention comprises an apparatus main body and a broadcast receiver unit removably attached to the apparatus main body. The apparatus main body includes interfaces for connecting thereto the broadcast receiver unit; an audio processing circuit connected to one interface for processing and feeding an external audio signal to a speaker ; and a video processing circuit connected to the other interface for processing and feeding an external video signal to a display . The broadcast receiver unit includes interfaces connected to the foregoing interfaces and decoders for feeding an audio signal and a video signal included in a received television broadcast signal to the interfaces 1. An audio/video playback apparatus comprising:a portable electronic device and an audio/video receiver unit removably attached to the portable electronic device, the portable electronic device comprising:a speaker;a display;a first interface module for removably connecting thereto the audio/video receiver unit;an audio signal processing module connected to the first interface module for processing an audio signal fed thereto from the audio/video receiver unit via the first interface module for output to the speaker; anda video signal processing module connected to the first interface module for processing a video signal fed thereto from the audio/video receiver unit via the first interface module for output to the display,the audio/video receiver unit comprising:a second interface module removably connected to the first interface module of the portable electronic device; anda signal feeding module for feeding an audio signal and a video signal included in a received signal to the second interface module.2. The audio/video playback apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the portable electronic device comprises a power source module for serving as a power source of the speaker claim 1 , the display claim 1 , the audio signal processing ...

External Module Comprising Processing Functionality

Examples of the present disclosure describe systems and methods for implementing an external module comprising new and/or offloaded processing functionality. In aspects, an external module may be configured to be selectively and communicatively coupled to an information appliance device. The external module may be configured with or receive hardware, software, data and/or instructions for processing content and operations received by the information appliance device. When operations are received by the information appliance device, the information appliance device may parse the operations into commands to be performed by the information appliance device and commands to be performed by the external module. The information appliance device may transmit the commands to be performed by the external module to the external module. The external module may then process and/or perform the received commands and render the resulting content to a display device. 1. A system comprising:an appliance device comprising a first functionality and operative to receive content, wherein the content is associated with a set of commands related to the first functionality and a set of commands related to a second functionality, wherein the appliance device is further operable to execute the set of commands related to the first functionality, and wherein the second functionality represents video decoding functionality unsupported by the appliance device; andan external dongle device comprising the second functionality and operative to receive the content and the set of commands related to the second functionality from the appliance device, wherein the external dongle device is selectively and externally connectable to the appliance device and to a display device, and wherein the dongle external device is further operable to execute the set of commands related to the second functionality to modify the content, and to transmit the modified content to the display device.2. The system of claim ...

Systems And Methods For Providing Services

Systems and methods for providing services are disclosed. One method can comprise receiving data having a first format and transmitting the data to a first device. The method may also comprise detecting a second device, automatically recognizing a supported second format of the detected second device, converting the data to the second format, and transmitting the converted data to the second device via wireless communication. 1. A method comprising:receiving, by a computing device, from a user device, first content in a first format;converting, by the computing device, the first content from the first format to a second format; andgenerating, by the computing device, an output comprising one or more of the first content or the converted first content.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first content is compatible with a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI).3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the computing device comprises a discovery element.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first format comprises a mobile device format comprising one or more of 3GP claim 1 , 3G2 claim 1 , MP4 claim 1 , or H.264 main level.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second format is based on one or more of compatibility claim 1 , connectivity claim 1 , resolution claim 1 , or bit-rate.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the output comprises a combination of the first content and the converted first content.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the output comprises one or more of the first content and the converted first content merged together or the first content and the converted first content overlaid relative to each other.8. A system comprising:a user device configured to send first content in a first format; and receive, from the user device, the first content in the first format;', 'convert the first content from the first format to a second format; and', 'generate an output comprising one or more of the first content or the converted first content., 'a computing device ...

Home occupancy simulation mode selection and implementation

Enabling an end-user to configure or customize a home occupancy simulation mode, which is implemented by a home automation system, via one or more user interfaces, some of which might normally be used to access satellite television-related programming and services.

VIDEO AND DATA PROCESSING BACKPLANE WITH LOOP ARCHITECTURE

Systems, devices, and methods according to the present disclosure can include a backplane device for exchanging audio information, video information, or other data among multiple audio, video, and/or data (AVD) processing or storage hardware modules. The backplane device includes a group of AVD module slots, and each of the module slots can receive an AVD processing hardware module, an AVD storage hardware module, or other signal processing hardware module. The backplane device includes a serial bus communication loop to couple each of the AVD module slots. The serial bus communication loop is maintained even when an AVD module slot of the backplane device is unoccupied by a hardware module. In an example, multiple backplane devices according to the present disclosure can be daisy-chained together, and packetized information can be exchanged among modules in any of the multiple backplane devices using the communication loop. 1. An apparatus comprising: a first group of AVD module slots, each of the module slots configured to receive an AVD processing or AVD storage hardware module; and', 'a first serial bus communication loop to electrically or optically couple each of the AVD module slots in the first group of module slots;', 'wherein the first serial bus communication loop is maintained even when at least one of the AVD module slots in the first group is unoccupied by an AVD processing or AVD storage hardware module., 'a first backplane device for exchanging audio information, video information, and/or data among multiple audio, video, and/or data (AVD) processing or AVD storage hardware modules, the first backplane device comprising2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein each AVD module slot of the first group includes multiple parallel pairs of input/output ports corresponding to different channels claim 1 , wherein each of the ports is configured to receive or transmit audio information claim 1 , video information claim 1 , and/or data substantially concurrently ...

Secure personal content server

A local content server system (LCS) for creating a secure environment for digital content is disclosed, which system comprises: a communications port in communication for connecting the LCS via a network to at least one Secure Electronic Content Distributor (SECD), which SECD is capable of storing a plurality of data sets, is capable of receiving a request to transfer at least one content data set, and is capable of transmitting the at least one content data set in a secured transmission; a rewritable storage medium whereby content received from outside the LCS may be stored and retrieved; a domain processor that imposes rules and procedures for content being transferred between the LCS and devices outside the LCS; and a programmable address module which can be programmed with an identification code uniquely associated with the LCS. The LCS is provided with rules and procedures for accepting and transmitting content data. 1. A local content server system (LCS) for creating a secure environment for digital content , comprising:a) a communications port in communication for connecting the system via a network to at least one Secure Electronic Content Distributor (SECD), said SECD capable of storing a plurality of data sets, capable of receiving a request, to transfer at least one content data set, and capable of transmitting the at least one content data set in a secured transmission,b) a rewritable storage medium whereby content received from outside the LCS may be stored and retrieved,c) a domain processor that imposes rules and procedures for content being transferred between the LCS and devices outside the LCS, andd) a programmable address module which can be programmed with an identification code uniquely associated with the LCS, andsaid domain processor permitting the LCS to receive digital content from outside the LCS provided the LCS first determines that the digital content being delivered to the LCS is authorized for use by the LCS.231-. (canceled) This ...

Time Division Multiplexing Method for Decoding Hardware

The invention relates to the technical field of software systems, and more particularly, to a time division multiplexing method for decoding hardware. The method comprises: Step S providing a decoding hardware; Step S instantiating the decoding hardware into a first decoder and a second decoder; and Step S decoding a first data stream through the first decoder, and decoding a second data stream through the second decoder. Compared to the prior art, the present invention has the advantages that the efficiency of the decoder is improved, and the detect that the efficiency is insufficient due to the fact that the decoder runs under high-load decoding through software when the decoder is insufficient in video call application is overcome, and meanwhile, under the condition that multiple hardware decoders exist, the hardware resources are saved, and a new idea is provided for the running cost. 1. A time division multiplexing method for decoding hardware , comprising:providing a decoding hardware;instantiating the decoding hardware into a first decoder and a second decoder; anddecoding a first data stream through the first decoder, and decoding a second data stream through the second decoder.2. The time division multiplexing method for decoding hardware of claim 1 , wherein the first decoder and the second decoder are configured to time division multiplex the decoding hardware.3. The time division multiplexing method for decoding hardware of claim 1 , wherein the first data stream comprises a data stream in MJPEG format; and/or the second data stream comprises a data stream in H.264 format.4. The time division multiplexing method for decoding hardware of claim 1 , wherein a process for decoding the first data stream comprises:loading a decoding firmware corresponding to the format of the first data stream, to decode the first data stream;determining whether the first data stream is successfully decoded;if yes, then decoding the first data stream into a decoded video frame ...

Module coping with conditional access broadcasting, digital broadcasting receiving system, and method of controlling module coping with conditional access broadcasting

A module coping with conditional access broadcasting in the disclosure includes an interface detachable from a receiver, which can receive digital broadcasting including conditional access broadcasting, for acquiring a transport stream produced based on the digital broadcasting, a descrambler that descrambles data included in the transport stream, a loudspeaker that outputs sound, and a controller that detects emergency warning information included in the transport stream and controls the loudspeaker to output sound related to the emergency warning information in response to the detection of the emergency warning information.

Function upgrade device, display apparatus and method for controlling display apparatus thereof

A function upgrade device, a display apparatus, and a method for controlling a display apparatus are provided. The function upgrade device may include a function unit configured to perform a function in conjunction with the display apparatus, a storage configured to store user information and an application related to the function unit, an interface configured to connect the function upgrade device to the display apparatus and enable the function upgrade device to communicate with the display apparatus, and a controller configured to, when the display apparatus is connected to the function upgrade device through the interface, control the function unit to operate in conjunction with the display apparatus based on the user information and the application stored in the storage.

Digital television and signal processing apparatus thereof

A digital television and a signal processing apparatus thereof are disclosed. The digital television signal processing apparatus includes a control PCBA board and a digital demodulator standard module, wherein the digital demodulator standard module is detachably connected to the control PCBA board, the digital demodulator standard module is configured to demodulate a digital television intermediate frequency signal to obtain a digital transport stream signal, and the control PCBA board is at least configured to decode the digital transport stream signal. According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the digital demodulator standard module only needs to be replaced to accommodate different countries and regions, while maintaining the PCBA control board unchanged; in this way, the entire PCBA board doe not need to be changed, thereby reducing complexity in maintenance of a plurality of PCBA control boards, and promoting material universalization.

Methods and systems for management of a processing offloader

Introduced here are systems to manage and discover a processing offloader. A first multimedia device may identify a processing offloader in a networked environment. A first multimedia device may determine that a bandwidth of a second multimedia device in the networked environment falls below a threshold bandwidth, indicating that the second multimedia device may process instructions and render multimedia information with increased latency or delay. Based on this determination, the first multimedia device may forward instructions from the second multimedia device to the processing offloader for the processing offloader to process and render multimedia information on behalf of the second multimedia device based on the received instructions. The first multimedia device may forward rendered multimedia information from the processing offloader to the second multimedia device, and the second multimedia device may output the rendered multimedia information to an output device.

STANDARDIZED HOT-PLUGGABLE TRANSCEIVING unit WITH BANDWIDTH OPTIMIZATION FUNCTIONALITIES

A standardized hot-pluggable transceiving unit implementing bandwidth optimization functionalities. The transceiving unit comprises a first connector receiving a signal comprising a source video payload. The transceiving unit comprises a processing unit performing a scaling of the source video payload. The scaling consists in generating a scaled video payload by applying a scaling ratio to the source video payload. The transceiving unit comprises a second connector outputting an IP flow transporting the scaled video payload. In an alternative bandwidth optimization implementation, the first connector receives a plurality of source IP flows each transporting a source video payload. The processing unit selects one among the plurality of source IP flows, and generates outbound IP packets of an outbound IP flow based on stored characteristics of the outbound IP flow. The outbound IP packets transporting the source video payload of the selected source IP flow are outputted by the second connector. 1. A standardized hot-pluggable transceiving unit comprising:a housing having standardized dimensions and adapted to being inserted into a chassis of a hosting unit;a first connector for receiving a signal comprising a source video payload;a processing unit in the housing for performing a scaling of the source video payload, the scaling consisting in generating a plurality of scaled video payloads based on the same source video payload by applying different scaling ratios to the same source video payload to generate the plurality of scaled video payloads having respectively the different scaling ratios; anda second connector for outputting a plurality of scaled video Internet Protocol (IP) flows for respectively transporting the plurality of scaled video payloads having the different scaling ratios.2. The standardized hot-pluggable transceiving unit of claim 1 , wherein the source video payload comprises a plurality of source images and each scaled video payload comprises a ...

Secure personal content server

A local content server system (LCS) for creating a secure environment for digital content is disclosed, which system comprises: a communications port in communication for connecting the LCS via a network to at least one Secure Electronic Content Distributor (SECD), which SECD is capable of storing a plurality of data sets, is capable of receiving a request to transfer at least one content data set, and is capable of transmitting the at least one content data set in a secured transmission; a rewritable storage medium whereby content received from outside the LCS may be stored and retrieved; a domain processor that imposes rules and procedures for content being transferred between the LCS and devices outside the LCS; and a programmable address module which can be programmed with an identification code uniquely associated with the LCS. The LCS is provided with rules and procedures for accepting and transmitting content data. 1. A local content server system (LCS) for creating a secure environment for digital content , comprising:a) a communications port in communication for connecting the system via a network to at least one Secure Electronic Content Distributor (SECD), said SECD capable of storing a plurality of data sets, capable of receiving a request to transfer at least one content data set, and capable of transmitting the at least one content data set in a secured transmission,b) a rewritable storage medium whereby content received from outside the LCS may be stored and retrieved,c) a domain processor that imposes rules and procedures for content being transferred between the LCS and devices outside the LCS, andd) a programmable address module which can be programmed with an identification code uniquely associated with the LCS, andsaid domain processor permitting the LCS to receive digital content from outside the LCS provided the LCS first determines that the digital content being delivered to the LCS is authorized for use by the LCS.231-. (canceled) This ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVISION OF APPLIANCE CONTROL FUNCTIONALITY TO A SMART DEVICE

A system for use in issuing commands to a plurality of appliances each of a specific one of a plurality of different appliance types includes a smart device adapted to transmit command communications and a plurality of low-energy consuming controllers each adapted to transmit a command to a one of the plurality of appliances of a specific one of the plurality of different appliance types in response to receipt of a command communication originating from the smart device. 1. A non-transitory , computer readable media having instructions stored thereon , the instructions , when executed by a smart device , cause the smart device to perform steps for configuring a low-energy consuming controller to control functional operations of a target appliance comprising:receiving from the low-energy consuming controller a data indicative a type of device which the low-energy consumer controller is dedicated to control;receiving a data indicative of at least a brand for the target appliance;using the received data indicative of the type of device which the low-energy consumer controller is dedicated to control and the received data indicative of at least the brand of the target appliance to cause a codeset for use in issuing commands to control functional operations of the target appliance to be identified; andissuing a communication to the low-energy consumer controller having a data indicative of the identified codeset whereupon the low-energy consumer controller will use the data indicative of the identified codeset received from the smart device to configure itself to use the identified codeset when requested by the smart device to issue a command to control a functional operation of the target appliance.2. The non-transitory claim 1 , computer readable media as recited in claim 1 , wherein the instructions cause the smart device to receive from the low-energy consuming controller the data indicative of the type of device which the low-energy consumer controller is dedicated ...

FUNCTIONALITY EXTENDING KIT OF DISPLAY APPARATUS AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF

Provided herein is a functionality extending kit of a display apparatus, the kit including a receiver which enables content to be viewed using an inserted card; a tuner configured to tune to a channel; an extending connector including a standard pin area connected to a signal line of a standard card and an additional pin area connected to a predetermined signal line; and a controller configured to control the tuner to tune to a channel that may transmit firmware update data associated with the card when the display apparatus connected to the extending connector is at a picture off state; wherein the functionality extending kit receives standby power from the display apparatus through a power pin provided in the additional pin area. 1. A functionality extending kit , the kit comprising:a receiver configured to receive a card that enables paid broadcasting to be viewed; a first pin area connected to a signal line of a communication card and', 'an additional pin area connected to a predetermined signal line; and, 'an extending connector comprisinga controller configured to control a tuner to tune to a channel that transmits firmware update data associated with the card when the display apparatus is at a picture off state;wherein the functionality extending kit of the display apparatus is configured to receive standby power from the display apparatus through a pin provided in the additional pin area.2. The kit according to claim 1 ,further comprising a switch configured to connect the receiver to either the controller or the display apparatus.3. The kit according to claim 2 ,wherein the controller is configured to control the switch to connect the receiver to the controller when the display apparatus is at a picture off state, andis configured to control the switch to connect the receiver to the display apparatus when the display apparatus is at a picture on state.4. The kit according to claim 1 ,wherein the controller is configured to be controlled by the display ...

BROADCASTING RECEIVER AND A METHOD OF DETERMINING AN OPERATION MODE OF BROADCASTING RECEIVER

A broadcasting receiver and a method of determining an operation mode of broadcasting receiver are disclosed. A host device transmits the resource information including A-mode resource information. And a POD receives the resource information and determining an operation mode based on the received resource information and operation mode setting information. The broadcasting receiver can protect content data received from all the transfer protocols including the wired/wireless network and the IP protocol, using the conditional access provided from the conventional cable card. The broadcasting receiver determines whether the host supports the A-mode and determines a method for receiving broadcast data, such that the operation mode of the broadcasting receiver can be properly established according to the determined result. 127-. (canceled)28. A broadcast receiver comprising:a host device that transmits a scrambled broadcast signal to a security card; andthe security card that descrambles the scrambled broadcast signal for getting a descrambled broadcast signal and transmits the descrambled broadcast signal to the host device.29. The broadcast receiver of claim 28 ,wherein the security card transmits a first data unit requesting an internet protocol (IP) address of the security card to the host device,wherein the host device transmits a second data unit including the IP address of the security card to the security card in response to the first data unit.30. The broadcast receiver of claim 28 , wherein the host device comprising:a first interface unit that receives a first broadcast signal including a first packet through an first network;a second interface unit that receives a second broadcast signal including a second packet through an second network; anda multiplexer that generates third packets by appending a packet header to the first and second packets, multiplex the third packets.31. The broadcast receiver of claim 28 , wherein the security card transmits a request ...

ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

According to one embodiment, an electronic device including, a card processor, a first application processor, a second application processor, a display processor, an image output controller and a controller. The card processor to transfer data to a card device includes a signal processor. The first application processor to execute a first application for launching and finishing an operation of the signal processor of the card device authenticated by the card processor, or for selecting the card device from card devices. The second application processor to execute a second application for providing as a user interface for operating the signal processor of the card device authenticated by the card processor. 1. An electronic device comprising:a card processor to transfer data to a card device comprising a signal processor;a first application processor to execute a first application for launching and finishing an operation of the signal processor of the card device authenticated by the card processor, or for selecting the card device from card devices;a second application processor to execute a second application for providing as a user interface for operating the signal processor of the card device authenticated by the card processor;a display processor to display an image in accordance with operations of the first and second application processors;an image output controller to output an output signal corresponding to the image in accordance with operations of the first and second application processors displayed by a display; anda controller to control operations of the first and second application processors and the image output controller.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the second application processor communicates with the card device claim 1 , and operates the function of the signal processor of the card device.3. The electronic device of claim 2 , wherein the second application includes Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and JavaScript.4. The ...

BROADCAST RECEIVING APPARATUS, UPGRADE DEVICE FOR UPGRADING THE APPARATUS, BROADCAST SIGNAL PROCESSING SYSTEM, AND METHODS THEREOF

A broadcast signal processing system includes a broadcast receiving apparatus configured to receive a broadcast signal and detect a clock frequency of a transport stream (TS) included in the broadcast signal, and an upgrade apparatus configured to process the TS using the clock frequency and provide content included in the TS to the broadcast receiving apparatus. The broadcast receiving apparatus is configured to output the content provided from the upgrade apparatus. 1. A broadcast signal processing system comprising:a broadcast receiving apparatus configured to receive a broadcast signal and detect a clock frequency of a transport stream included in the broadcast signal; andan upgrade apparatus configured to process the transport stream based on the clock frequency and provide content included in the processed transport stream to the broadcast receiving apparatus,wherein the broadcast receiving apparatus is configured to output the content provided from the upgrade apparatus.2. The broadcast signal processing system of claim 1 , wherein the broadcast receiving apparatus comprises:a receiver configured to tune to a broadcast channel and receive the broadcast signal;a first interface configured to connect to the upgrade apparatus;a signal processor configured to process the broadcast signal and detect the transport stream;a first processor configured to process the transport stream;a display configured to display a screen generated by the first processor;a frequency detector configured to detect the clock frequency of the transport stream;a frequency storage configured to store the clock frequency; anda controller configured to provide the upgrade apparatus with the transport stream and the clock frequency via the first interface.3. The broadcast signal processing system of claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to control the display to selectively display one of the content provided from the upgrade apparatus and the screen generated by the first processor ...

METHOD OF UNSCRAMBLING TELEVISION CONTENT ON A BANDWIDTH

A method and system for micro-cloud computing is described. An application serving node, which is a specifically configured piece of customer premises equipment such as a set-top box, is the server for a micro-cloud network. Various user devices that form part of the micro-cloud network, such as television sets and smart phones, communicate with the application serving node. The application serving node is configured with software that allows various heterogeneous types of data to be obtained and streamed to the user devices in multiple ways. The application serving node performs much of the processing necessary for such content streaming itself and thus represents an edge-based network architecture. 1. A method of obtaining television content , the method comprising:providing a first serving node located at premises of a first plurality of user devices registered to said first serving node, said first serving node comprising a plurality of television tuners;receiving, at said first serving node, a request for a channel from a registered user device of said first plurality of user devices;when any of said plurality of television tuners at said first serving node are receiving said requested channel, storing, at said first serving node, television content associated with said requested channel in blocks for transmission to said requesting user device; and broadcasting, by said first serving node, a request for said requested channel;', 'receiving, by said first serving node from a second serving node, a transcoded and transrated video stream corresponding to said requested channel; and', 'providing, by said first serving node to said requesting user device, said transcoded and transrated video stream corresponding to said requested channel,', 'wherein said first serving node transcodes and transrates, for said requesting user device, said video stream corresponding to said requested channel when said first serving node has available bandwidth to transcode and ...

METHOD OF UNSCRAMBLING TELEVISION CONTENT ON A BANDWIDTH

A method and system for micro-cloud computing is described. An application serving node, which is a specifically configured piece of customer premises equipment such as a set-top box, is the server for a micro-cloud network. Various user devices that form part of the micro-cloud network, such as television sets and smart phones, communicate with the application serving node. The application serving node is configured with software that allows various heterogeneous types of data to be obtained and streamed to the user devices in multiple ways. The application serving node performs much of the processing necessary for such content streaming itself and thus represents an edge-based network architecture. 1. A method , performed by a serving node , for unscrambling a multiplicity of television channels on a single wideband signal , the method comprising:receiving the single wideband signal, wherein the single wideband signal comprises a plurality of channels;receiving a first request from a user device for a first channel among the plurality of channels, wherein the user device is in connection with the serving node over a network connection;receiving a first code for the first channel;extracting and demuxing the first channel from the plurality of channels, using the first code, for transmission via a first video stream to the user device;receiving a second request from the user device for a second channel among the plurality of channels;receiving a second code for the second channel;extracting and demuxing the second channel from the plurality of channels, using the second code, for transmission via a second video stream to the user device, wherein the step of extracting the first channel from the plurality of channels and the step of extracting the second channel from the plurality of channels are performed simultaneously;providing the first video stream corresponding to the first channel to the user device, wherein the first video stream is transcoded for the user ...

Mobile device controlled dynamic room environment using a cast device

A mobile device analyzes data associated with media handled by a cast device connected to a display device. The mobile device causes control signals to be sent, via the one or more communication interfaces, to one of multiple different devices in a room to change an operational parameter associated with the one of the multiple different devices.

Media device upgrading system

Disclosed herein are system, method, and computer program product embodiments for a media device upgrading system. An embodiment operates by receiving a command at a media device that includes an upgrader device connected via or plugged into an input port of the media device. It is determined that the command is associated with modifying a software component of the media device, wherein both the media device and the upgrader device include operating systems configured to process the command and modify the software component. The command is provided to the upgrader device based on a determination that the media device is in an upgrader mode of operation. A visual indication corresponding to the modification is provided.

Systems And Methods For Providing Services

Systems and methods for providing services are disclosed. One method can comprise receiving data having a first format and transmitting the data to a first device. The method may also comprise detecting a second device, automatically recognizing a supported second format of the detected second device, converting the data to the second format, and transmitting the converted data to the second device via wireless communication. 1receiving, by a discovery element, first content in a first format from a service provider;transmitting, by the discovery element, the first content in the first format to an output device;detecting, by the discovery element, a user device;recognizing, by the discovery element, a supported second format of the detected user device;receiving, by the discovery element, second content in the second format from the user device;converting, by the discovery element, the second content from the second format to the first format; andgenerating, by the discovery element, an output to be rendered at the output device comprising both the first content and the converted second content.. A method comprising: This application claims priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/827,613, filed Mar. 14, 2013, which is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety.It is to be understood that both the following general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive, as claimed. Provided are methods and systems for providing services. In an aspect, services can be provided to mobile devices and/or wireless devices. As an example, high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) data can be adapted and transmitted to a wireless device. Accordingly, the adaptation can facilitate consumption of the data via a mobile device. As a further example, a user experience can be generated on the mobile device, transmitted, and presented via a display such as a television.In an aspect, methods for providing ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING MULTI-MEDIA CONTENT

A method and system for micro-cloud computing is described. An application serving node, which is a specifically configured piece of customer premises equipment such as a set-top box, is the server for a micro-cloud network. Various user devices that form part of the micro-cloud network, such as television sets and smart phones, communicate with the application serving node. The application serving node is configured with software that allows various heterogeneous types of data to be obtained and streamed to the user devices in multiple ways. The application serving node performs much of the processing necessary for such content streaming itself and thus represents an edge-based network architecture. 1. A method for processing multi-media content for a user device independent of the user device location , the method comprising:receiving, by a first server, a request for the multi-media content from a first serving node associated with the first server;advertising, by the first server, the request for the multi-media content;receiving, by the first server, a message indicating availability of the multi-media content within a second serving node associated with a second server; andsending, by the first server, a request to the second serving node to transmit the multi-media content to the first serving node for delivery of the multi-media content to the user device,wherein when the multi-media content is received by the first serving node from the second serving node, the multi-media content is reformatted by the first serving node for display on the user device.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving, by the first serving node, the multi-media content from the second serving node;delivering, by the first serving node, the multi-media content to the user device, wherein the user device is registered with the first serving node; andcustomizing, by the first serving node, a theme presented on the user device when the reformatted multi-media content is ...

SYSTEM TO DISPATCH VIDEO DECODING TO DEDICATED HARDWARE RESOURCES

A system to perform processing operations of input (video) streams, including is disclosed. The system consists of an input module, a stream type detection engine, a plurality of processing resources a resource monitoring engine, an attribution module, a dispatching module, and various other optional interface modules. 1. A security system video monitoring workstation for processing and displaying a large number of streams of encoded or compressed video , the workstation comprising:a multi-core CPU;a data network interface;a display control device comprising at least one GPU having multiple hardware cores configured for video decoding multiple video streams;memory storing instances of a GPU codec driver executable by said CPU and each configured to send one of said streams of encoded or compressed video to said at least one GPU with instructions to decode said one of said streams and to display said one of said streams in a predetermined tile of a display;memory storing instances of at least one video codec program module executable by said CPU and configured to decode a format of encoded or compressed video and to send decoded video image data to said at least one GPU for scaling and output in a predetermined tile of a display;memory storing a stream receiving and dispatching program module executable by said CPU and configured to receive said large number of streams of encoded or compressed video from said data network interface and to selectively relay each one of said streams to either one of said GPU codec driver instances or to one of said video codec program module instances; andmemory storing a control program module executable by said CPU and configured to detect a processing error or failure of one of said GPU codec driver instances handling a given one of said streams and, in response to said error or failure, cause said stream receiving and dispatching program module to relay said given one of said streams to one of said video codec program module ...

EMBEDDED SYSTEM FOR VIDEO PROCESSING WITH HARDWARE MEANS

An embedded system for video processing comprises hardware means for realising the following functions: 1. An embedded system for video processing with hardware means for realising the following functions:a) a server function, wherein for realising the server function the following functions are realised:a1) receiving of at least one image-, at least one audio-data stream;a2) compression of at least one of the image- and audio-data streams yielding in each case a combined data stream;a3) output of at least one of the combined data streams via a protocol based network;b) a client function, wherein for realising the client function the following functions are realised:b1) receiving of at least one combined data stream from the protocol based network;b2) decompression of the at least one combined data stream;b3) output of the combined decompressed image- and audio-data stream;c) wherein the hardware means are designed in such a way that theyc1) compress and decompress a continuous combined data stream andc2) conduct an individual security by means of a hardware serial number saved in the system and/or an individual activation code andc3) comprise activation code monitoring means, which conduct a monitoring and comparison of activation codes.2. An embedded system according to claim 1 , characterised in that the hardware means for realising the server function and the client function are arranged on a joint circuit board.3. An embedded system according to claim 1 , characterised in that the joint circuit board is designed as a PC plug-in card and is displayable in a PC operating system environment as a network card.4. An embedded system according to claim 1 , characterised in that the activation code monitoring means are adapted to emit an activation code warning signal or an activation code approval signal.5. An embedded system according to claim 1 , characterised in that the hardware means are adapted in such a way that they compress and decompress a continuous image- ...

EMBEDDED SYSTEM FOR VIDEO PROCESSING WITH HARDWARE MEANS

An embedded system for video processing comprises hardware means for realising the following functions: 1. An embedded system for video processing with hardware means for realising the following functions:a) a server function, wherein for realising the server function the following functions are realised:a1) receiving of at least one image-, at least one audio-data stream;a2) compression of at least one of the image- and audio-data streams yielding in each case a combined data stream;a3) output of at least one of the combined data streams via a protocol based network;b) a client function, wherein for realising the client function the following functions are realised:b1) receiving of at least one combined data stream from the protocol based network;b2) decompression of the at least one combined data stream;b3) output of the combined decompressed image- and audio-data stream;c) wherein the hardware means are designed in such a way that they compress and decompress a continuous combined data stream; andd) the hardware means for realising the server function and the client function are arranged on a joint circuit board.2. The embedded system according to characterised in that the joint circuit board is designed as a PC plug-in card and is displayable in a PC operating system environment as a network card.3. The embedded system according to characterised bya) hardware means for accepting more than one combined data stream via the protocol based network;b) hardware means for decompression of more than one combined data stream;c) hardware means for scaling and/or rotating and/or merging and/or cross-fading of more than one decompressed image and audio data stream;d) hardware means for joint output of more than one decompressed image and audio data stream for simultaneous display on a monitor; ande) hardware means for separate output of one or more combined data streams on at least two monitors, which are arranged as a video wall.4. The embedded system according to ...

System and method for provision of appliance control functionality to a smart device

A system for use in issuing commands to a plurality of appliances each of a specific one of a plurality of different appliance types includes a smart device adapted to transmit command communications and a plurality of low-energy consuming controllers each adapted to transmit a command to a one of the plurality of appliances of a specific one of the plurality of different appliance types in response to receipt of a command communication originating from the smart device.

KEY FOR ON-SCREEN TRANSMISSION

Disclosed is a device for transmitting content over an external display facility, including: a processing unit; a USB connector; an HDMI connector; a data storage body; at least one wireless communication module; and an internal battery. The processing unit is designed, according to the mode, to: record visual content data on the data storage body when the data is received from the input connector and/or the at least one wireless communication module; encrypt the recorded data, or decrypt the encrypted data recorded on the data storage body; convert the content data into a media flow; and transmit the media flow via the output connector such that an external screen to which the device is connected transmits the corresponding media. 2. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising a biometric sensor claim 1 , the processing unit being further arranged to implement an authentication step by means of the biometric sensor claim 1 , the result of the authentication step determining whether to implement the step of decrypting the data saved in the device.3. The device according to ene e claim 1 , wherein the processing unit is further arranged to implement the transmission mode independently of any control device external to the device.4. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising an operation indicator.5. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising an electronic paper type of screen.6. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the data storage member comprises a memory dedicated to visual claim 1 , audiovisual claim 1 , and/or multimedia content data claim 1 , or a memory portion dedicated to visual claim 1 , audiovisual claim 1 , and/or multimedia content data.7. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the processing unit is further arranged to allow a direct exchange of data between:a Wi-Fi communication module of the device and a source device, and/ora Wi-Fi communication module of the device and a control device.8. A method for the playing ...

SECURITY PROCESSOR AND METHOD AND RECORDING MEDIUM FOR CONFIGURING THE BEHAVIOR OF THIS PROCESSOR.

보안 프로세서, 보안 프로세서의 동작을 설정하기 위한 기록 방법 및 기록 매체

디코더에 사용되는 보안 프로세서(42)는 스크램블 처리된 멀티미디어 신호를 수신할 수 있다. 보안 프로세서는 EMM 메시지 또는 ECM 메시지에 응하여 미리 정해진 제1 및 제2 값 사이에서 토글될 수 있는 값을 가진 하나 이상의 재기록가능한 제1 로크(FIELDKEY, FIELDPIEMM, FIELDPIEMMC, FIELDPIECM, FIELDFCT)를 포함한다. 보안 프로세서는 또한 제1 로크의 값의 함수로서, 보안 프로세서의 하나의 특정 동작만을 허가하거나 금지시킬 수 있는 제한 기능을 포함한다. 이러한 특정 동작은, 암호화 키의 사용, 수신한 EMC 또는 EMM 메시지에 포함된 파라미터의 처리, 및 애플리케이션 코드의 기본적인 조건부 액세스 기능의 실행을 포함하는 그룹에서 선택된다.

具有tv调谐器的显示装置及其方法

一种显示装置，包括一LCD板，一具有一处理视频信号并向LCD板传输视频信号的信号处理器的主印刷电路板PCB，一支撑主PCB板的PCB支撑部件，一前盖，一与前板连接从而容纳PCB支撑部件、主PCB、LCD板的后盖，后盖具有一通孔。一TV调谐器单元包括一用于接收TV视频信号的TV调谐器、一容纳TV调谐器并在壳体上形成的一突出部分。一调谐器容纳部分包括一可拆卸地将TV调谐器单元插入其中的外壳，一用于锁定或释放壳体的突出部分的突出部分固定器，一伸入后盖的通孔中并使突出部分从突出部分固定器释放的推动部分。TV调谐器很容易安装到显示装置上或从显示装置上移除。

Hdtv audio bitstream generating apparatus and method using pc

The audio bit stream generator of a high definition television (HDTV) using a personal computer (PC) is comprised of: a hard disk (10)storing audio data for the HDTV encoded by a computer sham examination; a main memory (20A) reading an amount of given length data of audio data to output it to an input/output bus (20B) of the personal computer (20); and an interface card unit (30) comprising an address decoding unit (1) analyzing output addresses (A0-A11) of the personal computer (20) of the input/output bus (20B), and controlling first in first out (FIFO) memory (2,3) and state register (6), a first in first out (FIFO) memory (2,3) storing data output from the input/output bus (20B) of the PC (20), a reading/writting controlling unit (4) controlling a reading and a writting operations of the first in first out (FIFO) memory (2,3), the state register (6) used for controlling the input/output bus (20B) of the PC (20), a switch (5) controlling the reading operation of FIFO memory (2,3) by a control of the memory reading writting controlling unit (4), a clock generating unit (7) outputting a transmission clock, and a parallel/serial converting unit (9) converting data of 8 bits to serial data of 1 bit.

Processing method, device and system

本申请实施例公开了一种处理方法、装置和系统，所述处理方法包括：第一终端获取第一更新请求；第一终端向远程处理中心发送第一消息、或者第一终端向本地处理中心发送第二消息；第一消息和第二消息都携带有第一更新请求对应的信息；第一终端获取本地处理中心发送的第四消息，第四消息携带有本地处理中心对第一更新信息执行预设的处理操作后得到的第二更新信息，第一更新信息是远程处理中心响应第一消息或者响应第三消息得到的信息；第一终端与本地处理中心通过无线链路进行通信；第一终端根据第四消息中携带的第二更新信息更新第一终端的输出信息。本申请实施例提供的技术方案通过使用本地处理中心实现一部分功能，这样有利于降低第一终端的成本。

Display apparatus and control method thereof, upgrading apparatus, display system

본 발명의 실시예에 따른 디스플레이장치는, 디스플레이부와; 영상공급원으로부터 수신되는 영상신호를 기 설정된 영상처리 프로세스에 따라서 처리하여 디스플레이부에 영상으로 표시되게 출력하는 영상처리부와; 영상처리 프로세스를 업그레이드하게 마련된 업그레이드장치가 접속되며, 서버가 통신 가능하게 접속되는 접속부와; 부팅이 개시되면 기 저장된 디스플레이장치의 제1식별아이디 및 업그레이드장치로부터 취득한 업그레이드장치의 제2식별아이디에 기초하여 생성한 제1페어링 키를 서버에 저장된 제2페어링 키와 비교하고 비교 결과에 따라서 선택적으로 부팅을 허용 또는 차단하는 제어부를 포함하는 것을 특징으로 한다. A display device according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a display unit; An image processor for processing a video signal received from a video source according to a predetermined video processing process and outputting the processed video signal to a display unit; A connection unit to which an upgrade apparatus adapted to upgrade the image processing process is connected and to which the server is communicatively connected; When booting is started, the first pairing key generated based on the first identification ID of the pre-stored display device and the second identification ID of the upgrading device acquired from the upgrading device is compared with the second pairing key stored in the server, And a control unit for allowing or blocking the booting.

Security processor and recording method and medium for configuring the behaviour of this processor

디코더에 사용되는 보안 프로세서(42)는 스크램블 처리된 멀티미디어 신호를 수신할 수 있다. 보안 프로세서는 EMM 메시지 또는 ECM 메시지에 응하여 미리 정해진 제1 및 제2 값 사이에서 토글될 수 있는 값을 가진 하나 이상의 재기록가능한 제1 로크(FIELDKEY, FIELDPIEMM, FIELDPIEMMC, FIELDPIECM, FIELDFCT)를 포함한다. 보안 프로세서는 또한 제1 로크의 값의 함수로서, 보안 프로세서의 하나의 특정 동작만을 허가하거나 금지시킬 수 있는 제한 기능을 포함한다. 이러한 특정 동작은, 암호화 키의 사용, 수신한 EMC 또는 EMM 메시지에 포함된 파라미터의 처리, 및 애플리케이션 코드의 기본적인 조건부 액세스 기능의 실행을 포함하는 그룹에서 선택된다.

Head-mounted display system

The broadcasting receiver for downloading an intergrated file and method for controlling the same

본 발명은 텔레비젼의 시스템 구동과 관련된 복수개의 파일들을 다운로드 하는 과정에서 발생하는 문제점을 해결하기 위한 통합 파일을 다운로드 하는 방송 수신기 및 그 제어방법에 관한 것이다. 본 발명은 외부 파일 다운로드 기능을 구비한 방송 수신기의 제어방법에 있어서, 텔레비젼의 시스템 구동과 관련된 복수개의 파일들이 하나의 통합 파일로 포맷 변환 및 저장되어 있는 메모리 카드로부터, 상기 통합 파일을 읽어 오는 단계와, 상기 읽어 온 통합 파일을 구성하는 복수개의 파일들 각각과, 이에 대응되고 상기 방송 수신기에 기저장되어 있는 파일들의 버젼을 개별적으로 비교하는 단계와, 그리고 상기 비교 결과, 상기 통합 파일을 구성하는 복수개의 파일들 중에서 상기 대응되고 상기 방송 수신기에 기저장되어 있는 파일들 보다 최신 버젼의 파일들이 존재하는 경우, 상기 최신 버젼의 파일들을 선별적으로 상기 방송 수신기의 메모리에 저장시키는 단계를 포함하여 이루어 지는 것을 특징으로 하는 통합 파일을 다운로드 하는 방송 수신기의 제어방법을 제공한다. 따라서, 본 발명에 의하면, 상기 복수개의 파일들을 다운로드 하는 속도를 높이고, 사용자의 편의성을 대폭 제고시킬 수 있는 효과가 있다. 통합 파일, 재부팅

Secure personal content server

A local content server system (LCS) for creating a secure environment for digital content is disclosed, which system comprises: a communications port in communication for connecting the LCS via a network to at least one Secure Electronic Content Distributor (SECD), which SECD is capable of storing a plurality of data sets, is capable of receiving a request to transfer at least one content data set, and is capable of transmitting the at least one content data set in a secured transmission; a rewritable storage medium whereby content received from outside the LCS may be stored and retrieved; a domain processor that imposes rules and procedures for content being transferred between the LCS and devices outside the LCS; and a programmable address module which can be programmed with an identification code uniquely associated with the LCS. The LCS is provided with rules and procedures for accepting and transmitting content data.

Mobile telephone

본 발명의 휴대 전화기는, 휴대 전화기 본체(1)와 휴대 전화기 본체에 착탈 가능하게 장착되는 방송 수신 유닛(4)으로 구성되어 있다. 휴대 전화기 본체(1)는 방송 수신 유닛을 접속하기 위한 인터페이스(32)(33), 한쪽의 인터페이스(32)에 접속되고, 외부로부터의 음향 신호에 신호 처리를 실시하여 스피커(24)에 공급하는 음성 처리 회로(22) 및 다른쪽의 인터페이스(33)에 접속되고, 외부로부터의 영상 신호에 신호 처리를 실시하여 디스플레이(13)에 공급하는 영상 처리 회로(27)를 구비하고 있다. 방송 수신 유닛(4)은 상기 인터페이스(32)(33)에 접속되는 인터페이스(55)(56) 및 수신된 텔리비전 방송 신호에 포함되는 음향 신호 및 영상 신호를 인터페이스(55)(56)에 공급하는 디코더(47)(48)를 구비하고 있다. The mobile telephone of the present invention is composed of a mobile telephone body 1 and a broadcast receiving unit 4 detachably mounted to the mobile telephone body. The mobile phone main body 1 is connected to an interface 32 and 33 for connecting a broadcast receiving unit and one interface 32, and performs signal processing on an external sound signal and supplies it to the speaker 24. It is connected to the audio processing circuit 22 and the other interface 33, and has a video processing circuit 27 which performs signal processing on a video signal from the outside and supplies it to the display 13. The broadcast receiving unit 4 supplies the interfaces 55 and 56 connected to the interfaces 32 and 33 and the audio and video signals included in the received television broadcast signals to the interfaces 55 and 56. The decoders 47 and 48 are provided.

Computer system with tv card

본 발명은 컴퓨터에 장착된 컴퓨터시스템에 관한 것으로서, 본 발명에 따른 컴퓨터시스템은 전원공급부와; TV 및 모니터를 포함하는 디스플레이장치와; 입력된 영상신호를 처리하여 상기 모니터로 출력하는 그래픽 카드와; TV신호를 수신하는 TV신호수신부와, 상기 TV신호수신부로부터의 상기 TV신호를 처리하는 신호처리부와, 상기 신호처리부로부터의 상기 비디오신호를 상기 TV에 디스플레이 가능한 TV영상신호로 변환하여 외부의 TV 출력 포트로 직접 보내는 TV인코더와, 소정의 제어프로그램이 저장된 프로그램저장부와, 전원인가 시 상기 제어프로그램에 따라 상기 TV신호수신부를 통해 수신된 상기 TV신호를 상기 신호처리부 및 상기 TV인코더를 통해 상기 TV포트로 출력하도록 제어하는 TV기능제어부를 포함하는 TV카드와; TV시청기능을 선택하기 위한 선택부와; 상기 선택부에 의한 TV시청 선택신호를 입력받아 상기 TV카드를 비롯한 상기 TV시청기능의 동작에 필요한 재구성에 전원을 인가하도록 상기 전원공급부를 제어하고, 상기 컴퓨터시스템의 동작 시에는 상기 그래픽카드로부터 출력되는 영상신호가 상기 모니터에 출력되도록 제어하여 상기 TV카드로부터 출력되는 TV영상신호 및 상기 그래픽카드로부터 출력되는 영상신호가 각각 상기 TV 및 상기 모니터에 동시 출력이 가능하도록 하는 제어부를 포함하는 것을 특징으로 한다. 이에 의해, 부팅과정 없이 컴퓨터시스템을 통해 TV를 시청할 수 있을 뿐만 아니라, TV시청 중에도 컴퓨터시스템을 자유로이 사용할 수 있도록 하는 TV카드 및 TV카드가 장착된 컴퓨터시스템을 제공할 수 있다. The present invention relates to a computer system mounted on a computer, the computer system according to the present invention includes a power supply; A display device including a TV and a monitor; A graphics card which processes an input video signal and outputs the same to the monitor; A TV signal receiver for receiving a TV signal, a signal processor for processing the TV signal from the TV signal receiver, and converting the video signal from the signal processor into a TV video signal displayable on the TV and outputting an external TV A TV encoder which directly sends to a port, a program storage unit in which a predetermined control program is stored, and the TV signal received through the TV signal receiving unit according to the control program when the power is applied, through the signal processor and the TV encoder. A TV card including a TV function controller for controlling output to a port; A selection unit for selecting a TV viewing function; The power supply unit is controlled to receive a TV viewing selection signal by the selection unit and to apply power to reconfiguration required for the operation of the TV viewing function including the TV card, and output from ...

Data matching device and method of video system on demand

1. 청구범위에 기재된 발명이 속한 기술분야 주문형 비디오 시스템의 비동기 디지탈 가입자 라인 전송장치에 관한 것이다. 2. 발명이 해결하려고 하는 기술적 과제 한 데이타 인터페이스 카드가 다운되거나 탈장되거나 리셋되더라도 가입자 서비스에 이상이 없도록 하는 장치 및 방법을 제공함에 있다. 3. 발명의 해결방법의 요지 전화선을 통해 비디오서버와 가입자제어장치 사이에 통신을 수행하는 주문형 비디오 시스템에서 전화선 양단에 설치되는 비동기 디지탈 가입자 라인 전송장치에 있어서, 유지보수용 단말접속포트를 가지며, 상기 비디오서버와 가입자제어장치 사이에 주고받는 데이타를 정합하는 제1데이타 인터페이스 카드와, 상기 비디오서버와 가입자제어장치 사이에 주고받는 데이타를 정합하는 제2데이타 인터페이스 카드와, 각 가입자별로 할당되는 다수의 라인카드로 구성됨을 특징으로 한다. 4. 발명의 중요한 용도 데이타 인터페이스 카드를 이중화하는 데 사용한다.

Digital television receiver module and digital television receiver using the same

DTV용 모듈(1)은, CPU(19)와, 디코더(2)와, CA 인터페이스 회로(3)를 포함한다. 디코더(2)는 머더보드(101)에 설치된 복조기(12)로부터 입력되는 디지털 텔레비전 신호에 대하여 복호화 처리를 실행해서 영상 신호 및 음성 신호로 변환하여 출력한다. CA 인터페이스 회로(3)는 CA 모듈(14)에 PC 카드 소켓(13)을 통하여 접속되고, 복조기(12)와 CA 모듈(14)과 디코더(18)와 CPU(19)와의 사이에 송수신되는 복수의 신호의 입력 및 출력 처리를 실행한다. CPU(19)는 디지털 텔레비전 신호의 방송 방식 또는 CA 모듈(14)의 종류에 대응하여 CA 모듈(14)의 종류에 적합하도록 상기 복수의 신호의 종류를 절환함으로써 CA 인터페이스 회로(3)를 제어한다. The DTV module 1 includes a CPU 19, a decoder 2, and a CA interface circuit 3. The decoder 2 performs a decoding process on the digital television signal input from the demodulator 12 installed on the motherboard 101, converts it into a video signal and an audio signal, and outputs it. The CA interface circuit 3 is connected to the CA module 14 via a PC card socket 13 and is transmitted and received between the demodulator 12, the CA module 14, the decoder 18, and the CPU 19. Perform input and output processing of the signal. The CPU 19 controls the CA interface circuit 3 by switching the types of the plurality of signals to suit the type of the CA module 14 in correspondence with the broadcasting method of the digital television signal or the type of the CA module 14. .

Method and apparatus for encrypted data stream transmission

본 발명은 스크램블링된 데이터가 디코더(2020)로 전송되는 스크램블링된 데이터의 전송 및 수신 방법에 관한 것이며, 스크램블링된 데이터는 디코더(2020)에 삽입되는 안전 모듈 또는 스마트 카드(3020)로 보내져 디스크램블링되며, 스크램블링된 데이터 스트림은 스마트 카드(2020)로부터 암호화된 형태로 디코더(3020)로 다시 보내진다. 데이터 스트림의 암호화는 카드(2020)에서 실행되거나 또는 전송시에 제 2 암호화 단계로서 실행될 수도 있다. 데이터 스트림은 안전 모듈에서 디스크램블링된 시청각 데이터에 또는 전송물을 디스크램블링하도록 디코더에 의하여 연속적으로 사용되는 컨트롤 워드 데이터의 스트림에 상응한다.

Digital video content transmission ciphering and deciphering method and apparatus

비디오 소스 장치는 멀티-프레임 비디오 컨텐츠가 비디오 싱크 장치로 전송되는 각각의 전송 세션을 위한 세션 키를 생성한다. 상기 비디오 소스 장치는 다수의 연속적인 프레임 키를 생성하기 위해 상기 세션 키를 이용한다. 그리고, 상기 프레임 키는, 전송 동안에 인증되지 않은 복사로부터 상기 비디오 컨텐츠를 보호하기 위해, 대응 프레임을 암호화하기 위한 대응 의사 랜덤 비트 시퀀스를 생성하는데 사용된다. 비디오 싱크 장치는 수신된 비디오 컨텐츠를 복호화하기 위해 상보적인 방법을 실행한다. 일실시예에서, 두 장치는 각각 전송 보호 방법을 실행하기 위해 통합된 블록/스트림 암호수단이 제공된다. The video source device generates a session key for each transport session in which multi-frame video content is sent to the video sink device. The video source device uses the session key to generate a plurality of consecutive frame keys. The frame key is then used to generate a corresponding pseudo random bit sequence for encrypting the corresponding frame to protect the video content from unauthorized copying during transmission. The video sink device performs a complementary method to decode the received video content. In one embodiment, the two devices are each provided with integrated block / stream cryptographic means for implementing the transmission protection method.

Method and apparatus for selecting copy in direct broadcasting satellite receiver

본 발명은 디지탈 DBS로 수신된 방송신호를 선택적으로 저장매체로 전송하여 기록(카피)할 수 있도록된 DBS 수신기의 카피선택장치 및 방법에 관한 것으로, 이를 해결하기 위하여, 방송채널 선국명령과 카피모드 선택명령 등을 인가하는 명령 인가수단과, 방송채널 선국명령 및 카피모드 선택명령에 응답하여, 선국된 방송채널의 스트림 패킷단위화된 디지탈 데이타내의 카피정보를 검색하며, 이 검색 결과를 근거로 하여 선국된 방송채널의 카피모드에 대응하는 절환신호를 출력하는 마이크로 프로세서, 마이크로 프로세서의 카피모드 절환신호에 의거하여 MPEG2 시스템 디먹스로부터 제공되어 디지탈 데이타를 절환하는 멀티플렉서로 구성됨으로써, 수신된 방송신호를 저장매체로 카피하여 개인용 컴퓨터나 다른 디지탈 장치에서 보다 효율적으로 이 영상 및 음성 데이타를 응용할 수 있는 효과가 있다. The present invention relates to a copy selection apparatus and method of a DBS receiver capable of selectively transmitting (copying) a broadcast signal received by a digital DBS to a storage medium. To solve this problem, a broadcast channel tuning command and a copy mode are provided. Command information means for applying a selection command or the like, and in response to a broadcast channel tuning command and a copy mode selection command, copy information in the digital packet data in the stream packet unit of the tuned broadcast channel is retrieved. It consists of a microprocessor for outputting a switching signal corresponding to the copy mode of the tuned broadcast channel, and a multiplexer for switching digital data provided from the MPEG2 system demux based on the copy mode switching signal of the microprocessor. Copy to storage media for more efficient use on personal computers or other digital devices There is an effect that can apply image and voice data.

Portable electronic device with digital multimedia broadcasting function and wireless communication function, and method for driving of the same

본 발명은 외부 전자 장치와 함께 사용하여 디지털 멀티미디어 방송 기능 및 이동 통신 기능을 처리하는 휴대용 전자 장치 및 그의 구동 방법에 관한 것이다. 휴대용 전자 장치는 PCMCIA 또는 USB 타입의 휴대용 단말기로 구비되며, 디지털 멀티미디어 방송 유닛과 이동 통신 유닛을 포함한다. 휴대용 전자 장치는 외부 전자 장치에 장착되면, 부팅 우선 순위에 대응하여 디지털 멀티미디어 방송 유닛과 이동 통신 유닛을 구동시키고, 외부 전자 장치의 사용자 인터페이스의 제어에 응답해서 디지털 멀티미디어 방송 청취, 데이터 전송 및 이동 전화를 사용한다. 따라서 본 발명에 의하면, 하나의 단말기에 디지털 멀티미디어 방송 기능 및 이동 통신 기능을 구비함으로써, 휴대성이 용이하고 경제적인 효과를 제공한다. 휴대용 전자 장치, 디지털 멀티미디어 방송, 이동 통신, PCMCIA, USB

Modular digital television decoder

Expansion board, television apparatus, and GUI information communication method

［課題］ハードウェアコストを上昇させずに、電子機器の各種設定を簡易な手法で行う。［解決手段］ホスト装置との間で、有線および無線の少なくとも一方で通信を行うことが可能な電子機器は、ホスト装置の表示部に表示される該電子機器の設定画面を生成するのに必要な設定画面生成情報をホスト装置に送信する設定情報送信部５と、表示部に表示された設定画面に従って、利用者がホスト装置にて入力した設定情報を設定画面生成情報に従って受信する入力情報受信部６と、受信された設定情報に基づいて、該電子機器の動作に関する設定を行う動作設定部７と、を備える。 [Problem] Various settings of an electronic device are performed by a simple technique without increasing hardware costs. [Solution] An electronic device capable of communicating with at least one of wired and wireless with a host device is necessary to generate a setting screen of the electronic device displayed on the display unit of the host device. Input information for receiving setting information input by the user on the host device according to the setting screen generation information according to the setting screen displayed on the display screen Unit 6 and an operation setting unit 7 configured to perform settings related to the operation of the electronic device based on the received setting information.

Ic card, data transfer device, data transfer method, and data transfer method program

처리능력이 낮은 데이터전송장치와의 사이에서 고속의 데이터전송이 가능한 IC 카드를 제공한다. 본 발명의 IC 카드는, 데이터 패킷의 데이터 길이에 관한 정보를 포함한 관리정보를 부가하여 데이터 패킷을 생성하고, 상기 데이터 패킷을 분할하여 데이터전송장치로부터 지시된 사이즈의 데이터길이의 데이터블록을 생성하는 제어부와, 1개의 상기 데이터패킷을 구성하는 복수의 상기 데이터블록을 상기 데이터전송장치에 송신할 때, 상기 관리정보를 포함한 상기 데이터블록을 송신할 때에는 상기 데이터전송장치에 인터럽트신호를 송신하고, 상기 관리정보를 포함하지 않는 데이터 블록을 송신할 때에는 상기 데이터전송장치에 상기 인터럽트신호를 송신하지 않는 통신부를 가진다. An IC card capable of high-speed data transfer between a data transmission device having a low processing capacity is provided. The IC card of the present invention generates a data packet by adding management information including information on the data length of the data packet, and divides the data packet to generate a data block of a data length of the size indicated by the data transmission apparatus. When the control unit and the plurality of data blocks constituting one data packet are transmitted to the data transmission device, when the data block including the management information is transmitted, an interrupt signal is transmitted to the data transmission device. When transmitting a data block containing no management information, it has a communication unit which does not transmit the interrupt signal to the data transmission apparatus.

Vod and set top board-mounted computer system

본 발명은 기존의 전화선을 통하여 쌍방향(interactive)으로 전송하는 비대칭형디지털가입자망(Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line; ADSL)과 같은 T1 통신망을 이용하여 압축된 MPEG(Moving Picture Experts Group) 화상에 대한 VOD(Video On Demand) 서비스를 지원하는 셋탑보드(set top board)에 관한 것으로서, 특히 개인용 컴퓨터의 슬럿에 장착되어, 개인용 컴퓨터의 CPU에 의해 개인용 컴퓨터의 비디오 오버레이부와 오디오부를 통해 모니터상에 VOD 서비스를 지원함으로써 사용자가 직접 보고 들을 수 있는 셋탑 보드 및 셋탑보드가 장착되어 일체화된 개인용 컴퓨터에 관한 것이다. The present invention provides a video-on-demand video for MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group) image compressed using a T1 communication network such as an asymmetric digital subscriber line (ADSL) that transmits interactively over a conventional telephone line. On top of the set top board that supports the On Demand service, it is particularly mounted on the slot of the personal computer, and supports the VOD service on the monitor through the video overlay and audio part of the personal computer by the CPU of the personal computer The present invention relates to an integrated personal computer equipped with a set-top board and a set-top board which a user can directly see and hear. 본 발명의 T1 통신망을 통해 VOD 서비스 시스템의 서버 시스템으로부터의 VOD 서비스를 지원하는, 개인용 컴퓨터에 장착가능한 셋탑보드는 셋탑보드를 제어하기 위한 CPU와, 서버 서스템과의 통신을 위한 T1 통신부와, 서버 시스템으로부터 T1 통신부를 통해 전송되는 서비스 항목에 대한 이미지 형태의 리스트를 시틸 이미지로 처리하는 비디오 프로세서와, 서버 시스템으로부터 T1 통신망을 통해 전송되는 원하는 서비스에 대한 압축된 MPEG 데이타를 복원시켜주는 MPEG 디코더와, ISA 콘트롤로직부로부터 클럭신호를 입력하고, 개인용 컴퓨터로부터 인가되는 리세트신호를 입력하여 현재 실행될 기능에 관련된 구성요소를 활성화시키기 위한 리세트신호를 셋탑보드 내의 CPU, T1 통신부, 비디오 프로세서, MPEG 디코더로 출력하는 PC 인터페이스부와, MPEG 디코더로부터 복원된 데이타중 비디오신호를 개인용 컴퓨터로 출력하기 위한 비디오단자와, MPEG 디코더로부터 복원된 데이타중 오디오신호를 개인용 컴퓨터로 출력하기 위한 오디오단자를 포함한다. The set-top board which can be mounted on a personal computer, which supports the VOD service from the server system of the VOD service system through the T1 communication network of the present invention, includes a CPU for controlling the set-top board, a T1 communication unit for communication with the server system, A video processor that processes a list of image types of service items transmitted ...

Display apparatus, upgrading apparatus and display system including the same

사용자가 쉽게 업그레이드장치를 디스플레이장치에 설치할 수 있는 디스플레이장치, 업그레이드장치 및 이를 포함하는 디스플레이시스템을 개시한다. 개시된 디스플레이장치는, 디스플레이부와; 신호입력부와; 상기 신호입력부에 의해 입력된 입력신호를 처리하여 제1출력신호를 출력하는 제1영상처리부와; 제2영상처리부를 구비한 업그레이드장치가 접속 가능한 업그레이드장치 접속부와; 상기 업그레이드장치 접속부가 외부로 노출되도록 상기 업그레이드장치 접속부의 위치에 대응하는 위치에 형성된 접속개구를 구비하며, 상기 디스플레이부가 전방을 향해 노출되도록 상기 디스플레이부를 수용하는 케이싱을 포함하는 것을 특징으로 한다.

Broadcasting receiver and a method of determining an operation mode of broadcasting receiver

公开了一种广播接收机和一种确定广播接收机的操作模式的方法。主机设备发送包括A模式资源信息的资源信息。并且POD接收资源信息并基于所接收的资源信息和操作模式设置信息确定操作模式。广播接收机可以使用从传统有线卡提供的条件接入来保护从包括有线/无线网络和IP协议的所有传输协议接收的内容数据。广播接收机确定主机是否支持A模式并确定用于接收广播数据的方法，以使得可以根据所确定的结果适当地创建广播接收机的操作模式。

Patent FR2448826B1

Displaying Device

본 발명은, 디스플레이장치에 관한 것으로, LCD 패널과, 외부로부터의 영상신호를 처리하여 상기 LCD 패널로 전달하는 신호처리부를 갖는 메인 PCB와, 상기 메인 PCB를 지지하는 PCB 지지부재를 구비한 디스플레이장치에 있어서, 전방커버와; 상기 전방커버와 결합되어 내부에 상기 LCD 패널을 수용하며 일측에 소정의 관통공이 형성된 후방커버와; TV 영상신호를 수신하는 TV튜너와, 상기 TV튜너를 수용하며 일측에 소정의 걸림턱이 형성된 케이싱을 갖는 TV튜너유니트와; 상기 TV튜너유니트가 착탈 가능하게 수용되는 수용부와, 상기 수용부 일측에 마련되어 상기 걸림턱과 체결 및 체결 해제 가능한 걸림부와, 상기 후방커버의 관통공으로 노출되어 상기 걸림턱과 상기 걸림부의 체결을 해제시키는 누름부를 포함하는 튜너유니트 수용부를 포함하는 것을 특징으로 한다. 이에, TV튜너의 착탈이 용이한 디스플레이장치가 제공된다.

SECURITY PROCESSOR AND METHOD AND RECORDING MEDIUM FOR CONFIGURING THE BEHAVIOR OF THIS PROCESSOR.

Processeur (42) de sécurité pour un décodeur propre à recevoir un signal multimédia embrouillé, ce processeur comportant:- au moins un premier verrou (FIELDKEY, FIELDPIEMM, FIELDPIEMMC, FIELDPIECM, FIELDFCT) réinscriptible dont la valeur est basculable entre une première et une seconde valeurs prédéterminées en réponse à un message EMM ou ECM,- une fonction de restriction apte à autoriser et, en alternance, à interdire, en fonction de la valeur du premier verrou, seulement une opération particulière du processeur de sécurité, cette opération particulière étant choisie dans le groupe composé de :. l'utilisation d'une clé cryptographique,. le traitement d'un paramètre contenu dans un message EMM ou ECM reçu, et. l'exécution d'une fonction élémentaire d'accès conditionnel du code de l'application. Security processor (42) for a decoder adapted to receive a scrambled multimedia signal, this processor comprising: at least a first rewritable lock (FIELDKEY, FIELDPIEMM, FIELDPIEMMC, FIELDPIECM, FIELDFCT) whose value is switchable between a first and a second predetermined values in response to an EMM or ECM message, - a restriction function able to allow and, alternately, to prohibit, as a function of the value of the first lock, only a particular operation of the security processor, this particular operation being chosen in the group consisting of:. the use of a cryptographic key ,. processing a parameter contained in an EMM or ECM message received, and. the execution of a basic function of conditional access of the code of the application.

RECEIVING MODULE OF AUDIO AND / OR DIGITAL VIDEO SIGNAL AND CORRESPONDING SYSTEM

Afin de permettre une mise à jour d'un décodeur (30) audio/vidéo numérique, un module de réception (31) d'un signal audio et/ ou vidéo numérique, destiné à être connecté au décodeur comprend : - une première interface de données numériques; - un premier connecteur recevant un signal entrant filtré ; - au moins un premier tuner/démodulateur recevant le signal entrant filtré, le premier tuner /démodulateur étant adapté à fournir un flux de transport vidéo à la première interface de données numériques à partir du signal radio filtré. In order to allow an update of a digital audio / video decoder (30), a reception module (31) of a digital audio and / or video signal, intended to be connected to the decoder, comprises: a first interface of digital data; a first connector receiving a filtered incoming signal; at least one first tuner / demodulator receiving the filtered incoming signal, the first tuner / demodulator being adapted to supply a video transport stream to the first digital data interface from the filtered radio signal.

MODULE FOR CONTROLLING MULTIMEDIA CONTENT RECEIVER, SERVER AND METHODS OF MAKING CONTENT AND ASSOCIATED MESSAGES

SUBSCRIPTION CARD FOR VIDEOTEX RECEIVER AND CHARGING STATION FOR SAID CARD

CARTE D'ABONNEMENT POUR RECEPTEURS DE VIDEOTEX ET POSTE DE CHARGEMENT DE CETTE CARTE. CETTE CARTE EST CARACTERISEE EN CE QU'ELLE COMPREND: -UNE MEMOIRE PROGRAMMABLE COMPRENANT PLUSIEURS EMPLACEMENTS POUR RECEVOIR DES BLOCS NUMERIQUES D'ABONNEMENT C, -UNE MEMOIRE MORTE CONTENANT DES INSTRUCTIONS, -UN CIRCUIT DE CALCUL RECEVANT, DU RECEPTEUR DANS LEQUEL EST INTRODUITE LA CARTE, DES MESSAGES NUMERIQUES M ET RECEVANT DE LADITE MEMOIRE PROGRAMMABLE UN BLOC NUMERIQUE D'ABONNEMENT C, CE CIRCUIT ETANT APTE A DEROULER UN ALGORITHME PARAMETRE PAR DES CLES D'ABONNEMENT C SUR INSTRUCTIONS PROVENANT DE LA SECONDE MEMOIRE MORTE ET DELIVRANT APRES CALCUL UN SIGNAL NUMERIQUE REPRESENTANT UNE CLE DE SERVICE K. APPLICATION AUX SYSTEMES DE VIDEOTEX, NOTAMMENT DE TYPE ANTIOPE. SUBSCRIPTION CARD FOR VIDEOTEX RECEIVERS AND LOADING STATION OF THIS CARD. THIS CARD IS CHARACTERIZED IN THAT IT INCLUDES: -A PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY INCLUDING SEVERAL SLOTS FOR RECEIVING DIGITAL SUBSCRIPTION BLOCKS, -A DEAD MEMORY CONTAINING INSTRUCTIONS, -A RECEIVER'S COMPUTING CIRCUIT, IN WHICH IS ENTERED CARD, OF NUMERICAL MESSAGES M AND RECEIVING FROM THE SAID PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY A NUMERIC BLOCK OF SUBSCRIPTION C, THIS CIRCUIT BEING ABLE TO UNROLL A PARAMETER ALGORITHM BY SUBSCRIPTION KEYS C ON INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE SECOND DEAD MEMORY AND DELIVERING A DIGITAL REPRESENTING A SERVICE KEY K. APPLICATION TO VIDEOTEX SYSTEMS, ESPECIALLY OF ANTIOPE TYPE.

Transcoding CableCARD

A CableCARD device for manipulation of a stream of data has an inband data input for receiving a stream of video data from a host, the stream of video data being encrypted and encoded according to a first coding. A decrypter decrypts the encrypted data. A transcoder transcodes the stream of video data to convert the stream of video data to a second coding, producing a transcoded data stream. An encrypter encrypts the transcoded data stream. An inband data output sends the encrypted transcoded data stream back to the host. This abstract should not be considered limiting, since other embodiments may incorporate more, fewer or different elements that those described in this abstract.

Expansion board, television apparatus, and GUI information communication method

［課題］ハードウェアコストを上昇させずに、電子機器の各種設定を簡易な手法で行う。［解決手段］ホスト装置との間で、有線および無線の少なくとも一方で通信を行うことが可能な電子機器は、ホスト装置の表示部に表示される該電子機器の設定画面を生成するのに必要な設定画面生成情報をホスト装置に送信する設定情報送信部５と、表示部に表示された設定画面に従って、利用者がホスト装置にて入力した設定情報を設定画面生成情報に従って受信する入力情報受信部６と、受信された設定情報に基づいて、該電子機器の動作に関する設定を行う動作設定部７と、を備える。 [Problem] Various settings of an electronic device are performed by a simple technique without increasing hardware costs. [Solution] An electronic device capable of communicating with at least one of wired and wireless with a host device is necessary to generate a setting screen of the electronic device displayed on the display unit of the host device. Input information for receiving the setting information input by the user on the host device according to the setting screen generation information in accordance with the setting screen displayed on the display unit and the setting information transmission unit 5 for transmitting the correct setting screen generation information to the host device Unit 6 and an operation setting unit 7 configured to perform settings related to the operation of the electronic device based on the received setting information.

Digital television receiver module and digital television receiver using the same

A DTV module (1) includes a CPU (19), a decoder (2), and a CA interface circuit (3). The decoder (2) decodes a digital television signal inputted from a demodulator (12) arranged in a mother board (101), converts it into a video signal and an audio signal, and outputs them. The CA interface circuit (3) is connected to a CA module (14) via a PC card socket (13) and executes input and output of signals communicated between the demodulator (12), the CA module (14), the decoder (18), and the CPU (19). The CPU (19) controls the CA interface circuit (3) by switching the signal types so as to be appropriate for the type of the CA module (14) in accordance with the type of the broadcast method of the digital television signal or the CA module (14).

Enhanced broadcast television for portable devices

An enhanced manner of providing broadcast television to portable devices is disclosed, including tuner assistance, improvements in recording and datacasting content, and assisting users in obtaining the optimum experience from their set-up. A small form factor, low cost accessory product such as a WiFi dongle with one or more tuners can be used to provide the single function of delivering content to portable devices. The content can be sourced from broadcast (e.g. ATSC / DVB-T, etc.) and can be in the form of live (linear) television or datacast (on demand) programming. No Internet connection is required.

Method and device for decrypting services contained in several different transport streams

Verfahren zur Entschlüsselung von in mehreren verschiedenen Transportströmen enthaltenen Diensten, insbesondere von digitalen Fernseh- und Hörfunkprogrammen, bei dem ein Digital Video Broadcast-Receiver mindestens zwei verschiedene Transportströme gleichzeitig empfängt und diese Transportströme über jeweils einen von mindestens zwei Common Interface-Conditional Access Modulen (CI-CAM) leitet, wobei ein erstes Common Interface-Coditional Access Modul mit Mitteln zum Nachweis der Zugangsberechtigung bestückt ist, um einen in einem ersten Transportstrom enthaltenen Dienst zu entschlüsseln, gekennzeichnet dadurch, dass zumindest ein zweites Common Interface-Coditional Access Modul mit dem ersten Common Interface-Conditional Access Module direkt über eine oder mehrere Hardwareschnittstellen kommuniziert und dass zumindest das zweite Common Interface-Coditional Access Modul durch diese Kommunikation einen im zweiten Transportstrom enthaltenen Dienst mit den Mitteln zum Nachweis der Zugangsberechtigung vom ersten Common Interface-Coditional Access Modul entschlüsselt. Method for decrypting services contained in a plurality of different transport streams, in particular digital television and radio programs, where a Digital Video Broadcast Receiver simultaneously receives at least two different transport streams and routes these transport streams through one of at least two Common Interface Conditional Access Modules (CI-CAM), wherein a first Common Interface-Coditional Access module is equipped with means for proving the access authorization to decrypt a service contained in a first transport stream, characterized by in that at least a second common interface coditional access module communicates with the first common interface conditional access module directly via one or more hardware interfaces and that at least the second Common Interface-Coditional Access module decrypts a service contained in the second transport stream with the means for proving the access ...

Method and apparatus for keying of secondary video into primary video

Apparatus for inserting an externally supplied video image into a computer graphics image. A TV card ( 131 ), responsive to synchronization signals, is connected to a video source to receive and convert an input video stream and also connected to provide a scaled and positioned video image ( 754 ) synchronized to a computer graphics image. A graphics card ( 150 ) is configured to provide the TV card ( 131 ), with a computer graphics image ( 652 ) having an embedded color key signal, video scaling and positioning parameters and horizontal and vertical synchronization signals. A window keyer ( 260 ) is connected to the TV card ( 131 ) and the graphics card ( 150 ) to provide the video stream and the computer graphics image to a computer monitor ( 170 ).

Patent JPH027233B2

Method and systems using a set-top box and communicating between a remote data network and a wireless communication network

Disclosed are methods and systems for connecting a set-top box (STB) to the Internet over existing and future wireless networks, combining television with wireless Internet access. A conventional television is used in combination with a STB that has a wireless or wired keyboard, a power supply, and audio/visual connections for connecting the STB to the television. In an embodiment, a wireless telephone is placed in a docking station on top of the STB, providing the user with both data (when docked) and voice capabilities (when being used simply for telephone calls). CDMA, CDPD, or other wireless technologies may used for connection to the Internet.

Memory for processing a program guide as for a satellite tv service

In a packet audio/video signal transmission system, program guide information is formed as a master guide (250) and a special guide (260). The master guide contains programming information for the period of the current several hours. The special guide contains programming information for the next thirty days, for example. The master guide is sent as a service on each carrier or transponder (210-230, 240) to render it readily available regardless of the carrier frequency to which the receiver is tuned. The special guide (260) is transmitted on only one of the carriers (transponders) to minimize use of system bandwidth.

Apparatus and method for recording audio and / or video signals

Fernsehgerät (1) welches enthält: – Mittel zum Empfang analog und digital übertragener A/V-Signale und zur Verarbeitung und Darstellung der empfangenen A/V-Signale, wie einen Demultiplexer (10) zum Demultiplexen eines Transportstroms (TS) in paketierte Elementardatenströme (PES); – Mittel zur Auswahl, Aufzeichnung und Wiedergabe der digital empfangenen A/V-Signale auf eine eingebaute Harddisk (16); – einen analogen Ausgang (18) zur analogen Ausgabe zumindest der analog empfangenen A/V-Signale; – ein Common Interface (17) zum Aufnehmen eines speziellen Common Interface Moduls (19), das einen A/V-Analog/Digital-Converter (23) und einen MPEG-Encoder (22) aufweist, die dafür vorgesehen sind, die analog empfangenen und am Ausgang (18) ausgegebenen A/V-Signale in digitale A/V-Signale umzuwandeln und die digitalisierten A/V-Signale in ein MPEG-encodiertes Ausgangssignal zu encodieren und – einen ersten Mikrocontroller (15) zur Steuerung geräteinterner Abläufe und zum Datenaustausch mit dem Common Interface Modul (19) über eine bidirektionale Verbindung, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Fernsehgerät (1) zusätzlich ein gerätespezifisches Softwareupdate aufweist, – welches einen Analogsignal-Aufzeichnungsmodus aktiviert, wenn ein analog übertragenes Fernsehprogramm zur Aufzeichnung ausgewählt wird und – welches das Fernsehgerät (1) in die Lage versetzt, über das Common Interface (17) einen mit einem Transportstrom-Generator (21) im Common Interface Modul (19) aus dem MPEG-encodierten Ausgangssignal erzeugten Transportstrom zu empfangen und die darin enthaltenen A/V-Daten auf die eingebaute Harddisk (16) aufzuzeichnen, wobei das Softwareupdate mit dem ersten Mikrocontroller (15) außerdem ein Unterbrechen des digitalen Empfangsweges innerhalb des Fernsehgerätes (1) vor dem Demultiplexer (10) ermöglicht, wodurch der erzeugte Transportstrom über das Common Interface (17) zum Demultiplexer (10) gelangt. Television set (1) which contains: - means for receiving analog and digitally ...

Upgradeable display device and the method for controlling the same

본 발명의 일실시예에 의한 업그레이드 가능한 디스플레이 장치의 제어 방법은, 업그레이드 장치의 장착 신호를 수신하는 단계와, 메모리에 기저장되어 있는 업그레이드 장치의 버전 정보와 상기 장착된 업그레이드 장치의 버전 정보를 비교하는 단계와, 상기 비교 결과, 최신 버전의 업그레이드 장치가 장착된 경우, 상기 업그레이드 장치를 이용하여 상기 디스플레이 장치를 업그레이드하는 단계와, 상기 업그레이드 장치에 상기 디스플레이 장치를 제어하기 위한 제어 권한을 부여하는 단계 및 상기 제어 권한을 부여받은 업그레이드 장치로부터 상기 디스플레이 장치를 제어하기 위한 제어 신호를 수신하는 단계를 포함한다. According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a control method of an upgradeable display device, including: receiving a mounting signal of an upgrading device; comparing version information of the upgrading device stored in the memory with version information of the upgrading device Upgrading the display device using the upgrading device when the latest version of the upgrading device is installed as a result of the comparison, and granting a control right for controlling the display device to the upgrading device And receiving a control signal for controlling the display device from the upgrading device to which the control right is granted.