WO1995007122A1 - Appareil et procede de visualisation de livret electronique - Google Patents

Appareil et procede de visualisation de livret electronique Download PDF

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WO1995007122A1
WO1995007122A1 PCT/US1994/010122 US9410122W WO9507122A1 WO 1995007122 A1 WO1995007122 A1 WO 1995007122A1 US 9410122 W US9410122 W US 9410122W WO 9507122 A1 WO9507122 A1 WO 9507122A1
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Patrick G. Markle
Geoffrey J. H. Webb
Ronald E. Erkman
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63J—DEVICES FOR THEATRES, CIRCUSES, OR THE LIKE; CONJURING APPLIANCES OR THE LIKE
    • A63J5/00—Auxiliaries for producing special effects on stages, or in circuses or arenas
    • A63J5/10—Arrangements for making visible or audible the words spoken
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04N—PICTORIAL COMMUNICATION, e.g. TELEVISION
    • H04N21/00—Selective content distribution, e.g. interactive television or video on demand [VOD]
    • H04N21/40—Client devices specifically adapted for the reception of or interaction with content, e.g. set-top-box [STB]; Operations thereof
    • H04N21/47—End-user applications
    • H04N21/485—End-user interface for client configuration
    • H04N21/4856—End-user interface for client configuration for language selection, e.g. for the menu or subtitles
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04N—PICTORIAL COMMUNICATION, e.g. TELEVISION
    • H04N21/00—Selective content distribution, e.g. interactive television or video on demand [VOD]
    • H04N21/80—Generation or processing of content or additional data by content creator independently of the distribution process; Content per se
    • H04N21/81—Monomedia components thereof
    • H04N21/812—Monomedia components thereof involving advertisement data
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04N—PICTORIAL COMMUNICATION, e.g. TELEVISION
    • H04N21/00—Selective content distribution, e.g. interactive television or video on demand [VOD]
    • H04N21/80—Generation or processing of content or additional data by content creator independently of the distribution process; Content per se
    • H04N21/81—Monomedia components thereof
    • H04N21/8126—Monomedia components thereof involving additional data, e.g. news, sports, stocks, weather forecasts
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04N—PICTORIAL COMMUNICATION, e.g. TELEVISION
    • H04N5/00—Details of television systems
    • H04N5/44—Receiver circuitry for the reception of television signals according to analogue transmission standards

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  • the invention relates to communication systems, and more particularly to a communication apparatus and method for broadcasting translations by visual means of performances both live and recorded in several languages.
  • U.S. Patent No. 4,763,291 to Schwaber entitled Remote Display for a Microcomputer, is set up specifically for displaying numeric data only. Further, the system described specifies a wireless distribution system. No mention is made of performances of one or several languages.
  • U.S. Patent No. 4,820,167 to Nobles, et al . entitled Electronic School Teaching System, describes a method for transferring data between multiple teacher and student computers. The data is being sent in both directions (in both broadcast and individual address form) whereas the present invention is broadcast only. While written data is transmitted, it is designed for teaching purposes only. Additionally, there is no disclosure relating to transmission of written translations into multiple languages.
  • U.S. Patent No. 4,516,156 to Fabris, et al . entitled Teleconferencing Method and System, describes a very complex system for the transmission of audio and visual signals in both directions between multiple sites. No mention is made of the transmission of written data. No mention is made of broadcasting from one source to many receivers or of written translations.
  • the apparatus of the invention comprises a main control unit for storing a preselected sequence of text in different languages; an apparatus for controlling transmission of sections of the preselected sequence of text; structure for distributing the sections to remote sites; and a display for receiving the sections from the structure for distributing and displaying the sections in a language selected by a user.
  • the preferred apparatus for controlling the transmission of sections further comprises a control code between the sections.
  • the preferred control code comprises structure for designating a beginning of a section and structure for designating each different language in the section.
  • An alternative apparatus for controlling the transmission of sections comprises an apparatus for sensing an identifying structure on a film stock.
  • the preferred apparatus for distributing the sections comprises a primary distribution line and at least one secondary branch line.
  • An alternative apparatus for controlling transmission of sections comprises tertiary branches.
  • the preferred apparatus comprises structure for isolating distribution signals.
  • the preferred structure for isolating distribution signals comprises structure for isolating at least one secondary branch line from the primary distribution line.
  • the preferred isolating structure comprises optical isolation.
  • the preselected sequence of text can comprise graphic information.
  • the graphic information comprises graphic information selected from the group consisting of scores, images, diagrams, and combinations thereof.
  • An alternative display comprises a portable display.
  • the preferred display comprises individual user displays.
  • the method of the invention comprises the steps of loading a main control unit with a preselected text in different languages; controlling an output of the main control unit containing sequential sections of the preselected text; transmitting the output to at least one user display; selecting a language to be displayed; and displaying the sequential sections in the selected language.
  • the preferred step of controlling the output of the main control unit further comprises the step of providing a control code between the sequential sections.
  • the preferred step of providing a control code comprises designating a beginning of a section and designating each different language in a section.
  • An alternative step of controlling comprises sensing an identifier on a film stock.
  • the preferred step of distributing comprises providing a primary distribution line and at least one secondary branch line.
  • the step of distributing can also comprise the step of providing at least one tertiary branch.
  • the preferred method comprises the step of isolating distribution signals.
  • the preferred step of isolating comprises isolating at least one secondary branch line from the primary distribution line.
  • the preferred step of isolating also comprises providing optical isolation.
  • An alternative step of loading a main control unit also comprises loading graphic information.
  • the graphic information loaded comprises graphic information selected from the group consisting of scores, images, diagrams and combinations thereof.
  • the preferred step of displaying comprises providing individual user displays.
  • the primary object of the present invention is to provide performance patrons with an individual or group display unit which presents a translation in the language they wish to view. It is another object of the present invention to restrict the display output so that it is visible clearly to that specific individual user or group.
  • Yet another object of the present invention is to provide users with the possibility of seeing the musical score as it is played or other graphic-based information.
  • the primary advantage of the present invention is that individual users can utilize the system without interfering with the enjoyment of others who do not wish to use the system or to be aware of its use by others. Another advantage of the present invention is that each individual member of an audience can choose one of many translations of the current performance.
  • Yet another advantage of the present invention when applied to cinema, is that one master copy of the film with all translations desired encoded upon it can be duplicated and sent to any venue where, with the appropriate equipment, any of the included translations can be accessed by individual patrons. Another advantage is that people with disabilities or physical restrictions have access to translations and other visual information.
  • Fig. 1 is a block diagram of the preferred embodiment of the present invention.
  • Fig. 2 is a schematic diagram of the distribution apparatus and method
  • FIG. 3 is a schematic of a typical data packet
  • Fig. 4 is an exploded view of the preferred display apparatus
  • Fig. 5 is an exploded view of an alternative display apparatus
  • Fig. 6 is a flowchart of the main control unit program.
  • Fig. 7 is a flowchart of the display unit embedded program.
  • This invention relates to a method for displaying simultaneously at a number of individual locations a user selected translation of a performance, broadcast to all locations at a particular instant during the performance.
  • the electronic libretto apparatus and method of the present invention comprise hardware components and associated software to provide a user with the ability to view a selected score or text of an opera, for example, on an individual or group display unit in a language selected by the user.
  • the invention is particularly useful in live theater, live opera, cinema, television and other like performances and media.
  • the preferred apparatus and method is shown in Fig. 1.
  • main control unit 54 main control unit 54
  • distribution network 22 distribution network 22
  • display unit 30 Computer 10 is loaded with custom program 12 containing text 14 of the particular production to be displayed simultaneously with the live show or cinema.
  • other visual information can be loaded such as scores, advertising and messages.
  • Program 16 which is shown in Fig.
  • Distribution system 22 then transmits the lines of text 14 to display units 30. This can be done via network system 32 which comprises isolated distribution amplifiers and wires to each seat in the auditorium through electrical conduit or the like.
  • a second electrical flex 34 can also contain wires which carry power supply voltage for each individual display unit 30.
  • battery power supplies the display units.
  • the power supply voltage is regulated by voltage converter 36 into different voltages for use within the display circuitry.
  • Voltage converter 36 supplies power to receiver 38 which converts the transmitted signal over network system 32 to a form compatible with the display circuitry.
  • Voltage converter 36 also supplies power to microprocessor 40 which upon being energized runs embedded program 42.
  • a flow diagram for embedded program 42 is depicted in Fig. 7.
  • Embedded program 42 instructs microprocessor 40 to examine user input 44 and signal input from distribution system 22 to receiver 38 and passes information to be displayed to display circuitry 48 which in turn causes the selected information to be presented by light emitting display 50. The visible output is modified by filter 52 and can then be seen by user.
  • Fig. 2 is an electrical schematic of the isolated distribution system 22.
  • Source signal 60 is sent to transmitter node 62 where it is converted and broadcast over network 64.
  • the broadcast signal is received by displays 30 and repeater nodes 66.
  • Power supply 68 supplies power to these units connected directly to immediate network branch 64 only.
  • Receiver 70 is isolated from transmitter 72, and therefore no electricity can flow between different branches of the network 74, 76, and 78, thus protecting the distribution network 22 from electrical surges and spikes.
  • Fig. 3 shows a typical data packet which is broadcast over the distribution network 22.
  • Data package header 80 is a sequence of reserved characters which indicate that a data packet starts at this point.
  • the next character is a header character 82 which indicates that all the following characters up to the next header character 84 are data 86 for a first language.
  • Headers 84 and 88, and data strings 90 and 92, of second and third included languages are added sequentially to the data packet.
  • the number of headers and data strings are dependent on the number of languages to be transmitted.
  • the last character is an end of transmission character 94 which indicates the end of the data packet.
  • a system of fiber-optic cables are used to distribute the signal through distribution amplifiers and wires to each seat in the auditorium.
  • Another embodiment is to use a wireless distribution method utilizing electro-magnetic radiation.
  • the theater patron plugs display unit 30 into a receptacle mounted on or about the seat (not shown) , permitting the unit to draw power to activate itself and receive data via the distribution system 22.
  • the preferred display unit 30 comprises a back part of case 100, front part of case 102, cord 104 with a multi-pin plug 106, an apparatus to reduce convert the voltage of the data transmission to a level compatible with the integrated circuitry (not shown) , an alpha-numeric display 108 which is capable of displaying selected characters such as the ASCII range of characters, international characters, Cyrillic characters, Hebrew characters, katakana characters and several custom characters which can be defined and used as needed, microprocessor 110, voltage regulator 112, switch 114 for changing the display brightness from 100% to 0%, on-off switch 116 for turning the unit off and on, and language display switches 118 for selecting the language to be displayed.
  • the preferred display 108 is a Vacuum Florescent Display module (VFD) , manufactured by Industrial Electron Engineers, Inc., or the like, which contains circuitry to display characters when instructed.
  • VFD Vacuum Florescent Display module
  • Transparent directional filters 122 manufactured by 3M Inc., or the like, which limit the angle at which the display can be seen can also be included.
  • the filter components can be bound together into a filter module using die-cut double faced pressure sensitive self adhesive tape 124.
  • Voltage regulator 112 which supplies +5 volts DC is connected to the VFD 108 and also to the microprocessor 110.
  • the display 30 is permanently mounted in a tubular rail 130 which is rigidly attached to the floor or other part of the theater (not shown) .
  • the theater patron turns on the display by using the on/off switch 116 and selects the desired language by pressing the appropriate language display switch 118.
  • the display 108, display circuitry (not shown) , microprocessor 110, voltage regulator 112, signal converter (not shown) , switches 114, 116, 118 and connectors 132 can be combined onto one circuit board 134 which is attached to bezel 136 by mounting screws 138, or other appropriate mounting means.
  • the filter unit is sandwiched between bezel 136 and display 108. The combined display, filter and bezel assembly is then attached to the rail by screws 138.
  • display unit 30 may be a head mounted display unit, manufactured by Reflection Technology Inc., or the like, which projects an image of the text to be displayed into the user's field of vision. The projected image appears superimposed on whatever the user is viewing. Such a system would plug into a multi-pinned receptacle mounted upon the seat in a manner similar to the preferred embodiment.
  • display unit 30 may be mounted on the seat in front of the user and projects an image onto a transparent sheet which is positioned in the user's field of vision in a manner so as to reflect the projected image towards the user's eyes. The display 30 may also be built into seat backs. The projected image will then be visible to the theater patron.
  • a display unit 30 may be attached to a television receiver to display translations simultaneously transmitted with the video signal or obtained from a video tape recorder in a similar manner to the way secondary audio programming is currently handled.
  • the information can be converted into a form compatible with the preferred embodiment, and the viewer would then be able to access translations of the program in the language of their choice.
  • the display could be either a separate module or integrated into the television receiver.

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L'invention concerne un appareil et un procédé de présentation du script d'une ÷uvre (16) disponible dans la langue d'origine ou traduit dans des traductions multiples. Le livret électronique comporte une unité de commande principale (54) contenant des programmes personnalisés (12) comprenant le texte (14) de l'÷uvre dans différentes langues. Le texte (14) est envoyé aux unités de visualisation par l'intermédiaire du système de distribution (22). Le texte (14) est visualisé dans la langue sélectionnée par l'utilisateur à l'aide du commutateur (118) de visualisation de langues en même temps que le film ou la représentation en direct. De plus, d'autrs informations visuelles telles que des partitions, et des annonces publicitaires peuvent être envoyées aux unités de visualisation (30).
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