BR102012005472A2 - METHOD AND QUANTITATION SYSTEM WITH TIME LINK FOR QUALIFIED AUDIENCE INDICATOR - Google Patents

Abstract

METHOD AND QUANTITATION WITH TEMPORAL LOOP QUANTIFICATION WITH QUALIFIED AUDIENCE INDICATOR.The present invention relates to a method of quantification with temporal elace for television with qualifying indicator for television with a qualified audience indicator. The patent allows the television viewer to use a personal interaction device and a communication network to quantify what he is watching (in all or a specific subject, situation or object) with a temporal link and that the result of this interaction can : Reflect on the progress, unfolding and / or outcome of one of the viewer's preferences and tastes about programming a channel or a specific object / subject of the analysis at any given time.

Description

METHOD AND QUANTITATION SYSTEM WITH TEMPORAL LINK FOR TELEVISION WITH QUALIFIED AUDIENCE INDICATOR.

The present invention relates to a time-bound quantization method and system for television with qualified audience indicator. The present patent allows the television viewer, using a personal interaction device and a communication network, to quantify what he is watching (in all or about a specific subject, situation or object) with a temporal link and that result of this interaction may: Reflect on the progress, unfolding and / or outcome of a particular television program; And / or serve as an indicator of the viewer's preferences and tastes about programming a channel or a specific object / situation / subject of the analysis at any given time. It is fact and notorious the existence of television programs

that the outcome of a situation is defined through public opinion. Be it through an audience present "in loco" in the form of the audience; In other words, through a viewer audience who, by calling a specific telephone number, sending a "SMS" message with a specific word or phrase, or more recently through a website, decide by simple vote the final result.

It is fact and notorious the interest and necessity of measuring audience of television channels. For this purpose, methods are employed which, regardless of the technique used, essentially determine within a representative statistical universe of television sets whether they are connected, and if so, which television channel are tuned in. given time or period of time. All this to obtain a result of statistical mismatch over the most tuned channels at certain time periods or the amount of televisions tuned to each channel at any given time.

Note that tuned channels differ from channels being watched. And a channel's audience differs from a channel's qualified audience. It is well known that the popularization of the internet and the emergence of new and modern electronic entertainment equipment such as video game consoles, smart phones, tablets, laptops, internet-connected televisions, among others, that the audience of television stations had a significant loss of hearing. The viewer loses interest in watching something in which he cannot effectively participate at the moment he is watching, and the broadcasters are unable to determine precisely what pleases or dislikes the viewer. By allowing the viewer to quantify what they are watching

By or on some element of what you are watching, there is increased public interest in a particular channel / television program that uses this device to attract an audience. In this way the viewer of a television program becomes a user of a television program. It is a simple television program, an effectively interactive television program.

In addition, it is possible to quantify an emotional response of the viewer and to relate it in a temporal way, allowing to determine precisely what triggered this emotional response. The qualified determination of the hearing is also evident.

Since a viewer using this method and system is actually watching television, it is not just tuned in with no real possibility of determining whether it is being watched. There are many examples of how to interact with tele-

vision, generally present in the form of games.

The interactive game strand for television shows includes Skasrmtrolden Hugo of Interactive Television Entertainment (ITE) ApS from Denmark. In this system a user viewer, after establishing a telephone call, controls through the telephone keys the movement of a virtual character generated in a virtual environment within a context of actions that must be performed to complete a given task. Both the virtual environment and the character are displayed on a television set through and in the context of broadcasting a television program and are therefore visible to all viewers. In this ITE system, only one user can play at a time.

Junkin's patent, US 6,193,610, refers to a method for viewers to bet on the results and performances of a team or individual participating in a sports event being televised, but the patent does not disclose. - believes or discusses the method in which the user's action interferes with the program's progress, unfolding and result, not aimed at an interactive television program, and whether or not a viewer participates has no influence in the course of the program or its result, even the patent describes that it may be a previously recorded program but the result is unknown to the spectators.

Eilat patent US 6,227,974 describes a method of

game that the user plays using equipment connected to a television and uses at least one communication network. Eilat allows users to make photos of each other, which are incorporated into the game interface, and view their game interactively on their television. Other viewers, not users, can watch the game that would be broadcast. Basically the game described is played by two users simultaneously.

Galyean's patent, US 6,447,396, refers to an interactive computer game broadcast via television. In this system, in a virtual environment, users are controlling virtual characters that represent them. Galyean's game allows non-user viewers to watch the interaction between these characters. Motta patent, PI9101113-2, refers to a

It is the audience meter that the viewer has to signal their presence or absence by means of a button control where each button represents a dweller of the household where the measurement takes place (qualifying the audience and number of spectators before a device) and the equipment auto sends to a switch the channel that is tuned. However, Motta's patent can only quantify the number of viewers and does not allow the viewer to quantify their opinion of what they are watching as well as they never thought to be used in the decision process of a television program denouement.

The present invention relates to a time-bound quantization method and system for television with qualified audience indicator. This way it fulfills two functions that can be used together or separately: Collection of information for a system of taste and opinion about television programming; And participation of decision making in interactive television program. For this, the following data is collected:

- Unique identifier of the viewer / user using it.

- Opinion in a quantified format, collected at any given time on the programming of a particular channel or on a specific object / situation / subject of a program or programming.

And the following elements are used:

- A personal interaction device, which takes the form of equipment capable of displaying a graphical interface, executing a specific application, receiving input from the viewer / user and performing communication.

within a communication network.

- A communication network where spectators / users' personal interaction devices can communicate with a computer system.

- A computer system that receives and processes data from personal interaction devices and possibly

sends the same new data to it.

- Optionally a television program whose content undergoes changes that are reflected in its progress, unfolding and / or outcome.

- a television channel which broadcasts passive programming

be quantified by the method presented. The purpose of this patent is to transform a viewer, who has a purely passive function towards a television program, into a viewer / user of a television program without requiring any modification by the television broadcaster in the way in which it is used. the program signal is transmitted or on the equipment used to receive it. This way you can use existing television sets.

The manner in which the viewer / user interacts with the program must be defined in the model of the television program, the scope of use of this invention not being the scope of this patent.

For an interactive program (due to its influence on its progress, unfolding and / or completion), it must be done at the same time as the viewer / user is watching it.

To present how this method and system works, we will present some cases for example, but not limiting the patent to them: a) In a reality show television program,

to determine the participant to be eliminated from the program.

In this case, for a specified period of time, viewers have in their personal interaction devices an interface where they are shown the participants of the television program and, as the program progresses, can define whether the acts performed by a particular participant please (+ 1) or displeasure (-1). In this way it is possible to determine the fame of a participant over a period of time, because the more interesting acts perform more votes will receive and the karma related to them, can be good or bad. For the elimination process, a graph in which on the abscissa axis is plotted the sum of the modulus of all votes received by a given participant (number of votes) and on the coordinate axis is plotted the sum without modulus. same votes of this participant. The distance, in modulus, from the point of the resulting coordinate to the origin (0,0) is a participant reputation index (another way of obtaining this index would be the modulus sum of the modulated sum of votes of a given participant with the summation same votes.) · The worst participant placed by this process would be eliminated. The viewer votes as many times as he likes, not altering the previous vote, but adding. Another option is to eliminate the participant with the most negative karma, in which case it is possible to determine when the participant acted badly (points on a graph where karma in each time unit T is related to a time T) in this case the times T where karma is most negative represent the moments when spectators did not like the participant's performance.

b) In a soap opera or television series, to determine which scenes viewers like the least.

In this case, the viewer quantifies by pleasing (+1) or not (-1) what they are seeing. Although this does not result in changing the program being presented, it serves as a qualitative index for each scene, thanks to the temporal linkage, allowing the broadcaster to determine which scenes appeal most (those that receive the most votes) and what viewers like or like. do not. The viewer can vote as many times as he wants, and that does not change the previous vote, sum.

(c) a new talent presentation type television program to determine a qualitative note of the presentation.

In this case, the viewer during the presentation of a

participant, defines a note from -N to N (where N is a Natural number). The average grade received along with a bonus for the amount of votes received defines the winner of the competition. Each spectator may vote only once per participant who presents himself. If the participant reaches a level below a certain threshold, his participation is interrupted and he is eliminated.

(d) a debate-type television program for a qualitative analysis of opinion and presentation of results in real time.

In this case, the viewer quantifies through pleasing (+ 1)

or dislikes (-1) what is watching, thus, thanks to the temporal link is determined by a graph where the abscissa axis represents the time (T) and the coordinate axis the sum of votes for each unit. minimum time (T) (usually seconds). This graph can be displayed in real time on the television program so that the viewers' feelings at each moment of what is being discussed can be determined. The viewer may at each minimum interval of time change his mind as to whether what he is watching likes or dislikes.

(e) in a humorous frame television program,

for a qualitative analysis of opinion and presentation of results in real time.

f) In a sporting event television program - Football match, the example described in d. And in the same way define the best moments. In this case, the user may be asked to define which team he is rooting for, to better define the tastes of each fan.

In this case, in a process analogous to the item above, the viewer defines a score from N to —N (where N is a natural number greater than 0), the repercussion of each table refers to the sum of votes received in addition to sum of votes received, and votes received during the viewing of the board. The final note is displayed on television after each frame. Each viewer can only vote once for each frame. The above cases are for illustrative purposes only.

the patent is not limited to them.

The viewer / user is uniquely identified for each device and more data as a socio-economic profile, for example but not limited, may be requested. The viewer uses a mobile phone, computer, tablet

or any other electronic devices that are capable of either alone or together providing a graphical interface, executing a specific application, receiving data input from the user and performing data communication within a communication network. The television program, depending on the format it uses, can present information about all or part of the users and their responses, as well as influence its progress, unfolding and conclusion through this process of interaction with the universe of viewers.

The present patent discloses a system that is a state-of-the-art innovation that is more focused on knowing the quality that viewers give to what they are watching than the amount of viewers watching.

First, it can be used on any television channel, whether or not in the context of a television program, regardless of how the signal is delivered or transmitted (cable, broadcasting, satellite, microwave, internet, 3G, 4G, among other possibilities). Second, both the viewer in the system user mode and the merely passive viewer can watch and entertain the program. Third, it does not necessarily depend on any television-coupled equipment to determine the viewer's opinion of what he is watching or the object / situation / subject of what he is watching.

Another aspect of the invention is the versatility of the form and content of the program. There are many ways to use this system as described in the examples. Objectively, this system allows the viewer to quantify a particular item over a certain period of time, which may impact on the program itself or serve as an indicator to the television station about the tastes and preferences of its viewers.

Another aspect of the invention is the ability to determine the viewer's emotion towards what is presented and to accurately determine what the viewer likes or dislikes.

Another aspect of the invention is the temporal correlation, unlike the state of the art, the spectator's return is related to a definite moment in time. This moment defined in time allows us to define what impact a given event had on the universe of spectators.

Another aspect of the invention is that responses, in data format, are sent via a data network to a validation and processing system. This method does not require the use of a set-top box or any equipment that needs to be coupled to the television by the viewer.

Another aspect of the invention is the use of an interactive personal device capable of: Running a specific application; Display a graphical interface Receive input from the viewer; And communicate in a data communication network. For example: Computers, mobile phones, tablets, among others. The data network may be 3G / 4G mobile telephony, wifi, wi-max, among others; Internet; Etc. According to one aspect of the invention, the data network has

The interaction return channel can be understood as a data network that gives access to the Internet.

The invention will now be described with reference to typical embodiments thereof and also with reference to the accompanying drawings.

Figure 1 shows an exemplary schematic diagram of a data stream in accordance with the present invention.

Figure 2 shows an exemplary schematic diagram of a data stream detailing the station portion. Figure 3A shows an exemplary schematic diagram of a

data flow detailing the viewer / user part.

Figure 3B shows an exemplary schematic diagram of a data stream detailing the viewer / user electronic device used for the interaction. Figure 4 represents the display of a program and the inter-

simulated face on a device used as an interactive personal device in a decision making process about a program participant.

Figure 5A represents the simulation of a graph plotting the final result of the participant reputation analysis of a program.

Figure 5B represents a simulation of a graph plotting votes over time T for program participants. Figure 5C represents the simulation of a graph with the quantification given by viewers over a period of time in programming a channel.

Figure 5D depicts a graph of utilization index patches over a period of time when programming a channel.

Figures 6A, 6B, 6C, and 6D represent other example Graphic Interface models. In 6C and 6D the possibility of data and statistics return is presented. Figure 7 represents a television broadcast where the

participants have a rating based on votes received by viewers.

The present invention enables an interactive television platform.

The present invention allows simultaneous interaction between

between a television program and one or more viewers / users watching it through any kind of television signal broadcast / transmission and a data communication channel without the need for any additional equipment attached to the television set.

As illustrated by the above figures, the present invention, object of the present invention, consists of:

A data stream for a system according to the present invention is shown in Figure 1. In this case broadcaster 10 uses its television signal transmission / distribution means 30 to send a television program while promoting an interactive communication channel 31 (possibly the Internet) for delivering to viewer 70 on their equipment 40: A conventional television 41; And an electronic device 50 (the characteristics of which will be described later).

The operation: broadcaster 10 is shown in Figure 2. In this case, a central server 20 runs application 11 which manages system logic, which is accessed by viewers / users 70 through a server 12. Application 11 which manages the logic has access to a database 13 where it stores the data and a time controller 14. The server is controlled in studio by one or more workstations 15. An optional interface generator 17 maintains a connection to the application 11 that manages the logic and displays the graphical interface 170 which can be displayed to all viewers watching the program. This interface is mixed 18 with the images and sounds captured on stage 16, from where it proceeds for signal coding and modulation 19 and from there to signal transmission / distribution means 30.

In Figure 3A we have a diagram of the minimum characteristics

but necessary for the electronic equipment 50 required to perform the interaction between the viewer / user 70 and the broadcaster 10. This equipment must be able to display a graphical interface 51, allow data input 52, run a specific application 53 and be capable of communicating on a data network 54, in the example, but not limited to, the Internet 70. It may also be able to synchronize with the broadcaster's time over the data network.

In Figure 3B we have a more detailed diagram of how the equipment 50 used for interaction works. The installed application 53 uses the internal circuits to provide a graphical interface 51 which is displayed to the user and receives the user data through the data input 52 of the equipment 50. The internal clock of the equipment 55 serves to control the 53. And through the communication module of the device 54, the application sends and receives data to the station 10 via a data communication network.

In Figure 4, an example of a picture shown on television and the application interface for the viewer / user electronic device 50. In this case the user is quantifying attitudes if participating in a specific program. Answering if they please (+1) or not (-1). There is a time clock in the application of device 50 which is synchronized with station 10. The response given by the viewer is then sent to station 10 via data communication network 31 and is coupled to a time defined in time it ran.

In Figure 5A, a graph that relates a program participant's fame and karma to each plot and plots a point on the graph whose distance from origin defines the participant's reputation.

In Figure 5B, a graph relating the karma of each participant at each time point t.

In Figure 5C, a graph that plots the viewer's opinion (likes and dislikes) about what goes on in a television show.

In Figure 5D, a graph plotting the amount of votes received during subdivisions of time periods T.

In Figure 6A, 6B, 6C and 6D, examples of graphical interfaces for personal interaction device 50. In Figure 6C and 6D, it is shown that the Interface may contain data that is received by the personal interaction device 50 of the broadcaster. 10 via data network 31.

In Figure 7, illustration of how the process described affects program participants defining the winner. All the logic to implement on station 20 server 20

regarding the validation of the viewer / user data 70 and the actions that must be performed on such data by the television program itself or the system interface generator 17 and transmitted to the viewer television 41. Although such a description be made by citing the possibilities

In common usage, it is not to be understood that the invention object of this patent is limited to the examples given, but is to be understood more broadly within the spirit and scope of this disclosure.

Claims (9)

1. METHOD AND QUANTIFICATION SYSTEM WITH TEMPORAL LINK FOR QUALIFIED AUDIENCE INDICATOR, as it is a time-bound quantification method and system for television with a qualified audience indicator. The present patent allows the television viewer, using a personal interaction device and a communication network, to quantify about what he is watching (in all or about specific subject, situation or object) with temporal link and that the result of this interaction may: Reflect on the progress, unfolding and / or outcome of a particular television program; And / or serve as an indicator of the viewer's preferences and tastes about programming a channel or a specific object / situation / subject of the analysis at any given time. B. Receive electronic data from viewers / users who wish to interact with the program. May be given by: A unique identification; An access key; Quantification data; Time identifier of the moment when the quantification was made; User data. ç. To transmit on television broadcast data that has been processed (statistics, etc.) or not, individual or collective, from the data received from viewers / users. d. Optionally use the data received to interfere with program progress, unfolding and / or final result. and. The viewer / user uses a personal interaction application that they have (computer, mobile phone, tablet, video game console, etc.) that sends the collected user data to the program via a data network. f. A computer or similar at the station receives data via the data network and has the data processing logic that validates the data and defines statistics. g. Data after processing defines situations that occur in television programs. 2. METHOD characterized by the fact that it comprises: a) a television station. b) A plurality of viewers / users using a personal interaction device capable of displaying a graphical interface, receiving input data, communicating on a specific communication network and executing an available application can send data that inflicts a process. of interaction with the television program. c) A data network communication protocol between the spectator / user device and the broadcaster's server. (d) a process of collecting quantified data relating to a time period. e) The whole process of interaction by the viewer is carried out between the viewer's electronic device / user and the broadcaster, where there is a two-way communication. f) The process of interaction by the broadcaster is performed: By television, where an interface generator based on the data and logic of the system residing on the server and according to received data displays a given interface or elements; Television where studio events and the actions of presenters and participants are affected by user interactions; And by the viewer's electronic device that receives data sent from the broadcaster's server. g) allow the viewer to quantify what he is watching or about some element of what he is watching by turning the viewer of a television program into a user of a television program. (h) perform at least one of the following functions which may be used together or separately: gathering information for a television programming taste and opinion system; And participation of decision making in interactive television program. i) Compulsory collection of the following elements: -Unique identifier of the viewer / user who is using it. -A view in a quantified format, taken at any given time on the programming of a particular channel or on a specific object / situation / subject of a program or programming. - Temporal moment in which the quantifying action took place. Interactive personal device as claimed in claim 2, characterized by an interactive system where the viewer / user executes an application on a compatible electronic device having the characteristics set forth in claim 2 and sends data over a data network to a server at the broadcasting station. television. Server according to claim 3, characterized by a computer system of the broadcaster that receives and processes the data sent by the interactive personal device; Application of the interactive personal device as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that a computer code residing on the interactive personal device generates a graphical interface, receives data through a data input, ensures the minimum logic defined in the method and send data to the broadcaster's server. System according to claim 1, characterized by the set of interactive personal device and server that connect and exchange information with one another over a data network. And whose results may affect the course of a television program and / or generate statistical data on television broadcasting which may also be displayed behind an interface generator. Interface Generator according to claim 6 is a device that collects data from the server (processed or not; individual or collective) sent by viewers / users and displays a graphical interface to be composed with the images that are transmitted by the video signal from the television station. Television program as claimed in claim 6, characterized by a television program whose progress, deployment and end result may be influenced by the interaction of the viewers. Television broadcast according to claim 6, characterized by the video and audio broadcast by a particular broadcaster.