CZ200556A3 - Method of playback multimedial files/works, apparatus for playback multimedial files/works and multimedial file/work carrier - Google Patents

Abstract

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a method of playing a multimedia file / del, the principle of which is that, during playback of a primary multimedia file / work, playback of at least one primary multimedia file / work component from the audio component group, video folder, is interrupted, while playback is interrupted. At least one of the components of the primary media file / work is played with the component of the respective type (audio or video), at least one other multimedia file / work, and after playback of the defined part of the respective folder at least one other multimedia file / work is overwritten by the next multimedia file / work. the playback of the primary multimedia file / work will start at a location defined by the control information, creating a new continuous and uninterrupted multimedia product / work presented on the output device. It also relates to a multimedia file / del playback device, the object of which is to include a receiving device at least two multimedia files / del and control information receiving devices, further comprising a control unit for controlling multimedia file / del playback and connection means output device. The invention also relates to an information carrier for playing a multimedia file, consisting essentially of a medium on which at least one multimedia file / work with additional / correcting content is stored on a primary multimedia file / piece stored on another carrier, at least the main control information is stored on the carrier with additional / corrective content for controlled multimedia playback

Description

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The present invention relates to a method of playing a multimedia file / work, the principle of which is based on the playback of the primary multimedia file / work, according to the control information, the playback of at least one component of the primary multimedia file / work of the audio component, the video component. at least one of the folders of the primary media file / work, a folder of the respective type (audio or video) of at least one other media file / work is played, after which the playback of the next media file / work is interrupted after the defined portion of the respective folder of the at least one other media file / work; the primary media file / asset will start playing at the location defined by the control information, creating a new continuous and uninterrupted multimedia product t / work presented on the output device. The invention also relates to a multimedia file / asset playback device comprising a receiving device of at least two multimedia file / works and a control information receiving device, further comprising a multimedia file / asset playback control unit and a connection means output device. The invention also relates to an information carrier for playing multimedia files / works, which is characterized in that it is comprised of a medium on which at least one multimedia file / work with additional / repair content to a primary multimedia file / part stored on another carrier is stored, wherein at least the main control information for the controlled playback of the multimedia files / works is stored on the supplemental / repair content carrier.

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A method of playing a multimedia file / asset, a media file / asset playback device, and a media file / asset carrier

Technical field

The invention relates to a method of playing multimedia files / works.

The invention further relates to a device for playing multimedia files / works. The invention further relates to a media file / asset carrier.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Methods and apparatus are known for simultaneous playback of a pure audio file / work with a pure video file / work resulting in an audio-visual output, eg in the form of a film, etc. This method is used, for example, in all conventional cinemas data and audio data are played separately, both types of data being stored either on a single medium (filmstrip) or stored on different mediums, such as a filmstrip image and audio on an audioCD or audioDVD, etc.

Furthermore, there are known methods for playing multimedia files / works by simultaneously playing two video files and one audio file simultaneously, a method used, for example, in 3D cinemas (eg IMAX), which creates a spatial image perception accompanied by a background or other (depending on the current audio file / work and cinema technical equipment).

The disadvantage of the state of the art is that if a new multimedia file / work has to be completed with a new multimedia file / work, whether it is created by a particular multimedia file / work, eg a film or another person, to add, eg in the case of a film, by means of filmmaking techniques (editing, etc.), to the original multimedia file / work, and then to create such a completely new multimedia file / work as a new unit on suitable media and then resell them, eg director's cut. If the consumer wants to buy such a new film, he has to buy the whole new film for a corresponding price, or if the cinema wants to show such a film, he has to project the whole new copy of the newly created film.

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It is an object of the invention to overcome or at least minimize the disadvantages of the prior art.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The object of the invention is achieved by a method of playing multimedia files / works, which is based on the fact that the playback of the primary multimedia file / work interrupts playback of at least one component of the primary multimedia file / work of the audio component, video component. at least one of the folders of the primary multimedia file / work, a folder of the respective type (audio or video) of at least one other multimedia file / work is played, after which the playback of the next multimedia file / work is interrupted the primary media file / asset will start playing at the location defined by the control information, creating a new continuous, uninterrupted multimedia product / work presented on the output device.

In this way, it is possible to extend, for example, additions or repairs, an existing work, such as extending the film to new scenes which, due to the state of the art, could not be realized at the time the original film was made, or to new scenes that the original author did not want to include to the original movie, new audio and subtitle tracks to existing movies, etc.

According to one preferred embodiment, the control information is part of other multimedia files / works, in particular a second multimedia file / work.

According to another preferred embodiment, the control information is stored in a separate data file.

According to another preferred embodiment, at least one of the multimedia files / works and / or at least part of the control information is supplied to the playback process online.

The essence of a multimedia file / asset playback device is that it comprises a receiving device of at least two multimedia files / works and a control information receiving device, further comprising a control unit for controlling the playback of the multimedia files / works and means for controlling the multimedia files / works. output device connection. In this case, it is advantageous in some applications if at least one of the receiving devices is constituted by a data carrier reading device, i.e. a data carrier. reading mechanism. In some applications, it is preferred that at least one of the receiving devices is an on-line data receiver. In order to ensure payment for the use of the work, in particular for on-line data transmission, it is advantageous if the device is provided with an authorization terminal.

The essence of a multimedia file / asset carrier is that it is comprised of a medium on which at least one multimedia file / asset with additional / repair content is stored in addition to a primary multimedia file / asset stored on another carrier, at least the main control information for controlled playback of multimedia files / works is stored. In this case, it may be advantageous in some applications or geographical regions if complete control information for the controlled playback of multimedia files / works is stored on the supplemental / repair content carrier.

Overview of the drawings

The invention is schematically illustrated in the drawing, wherein Fig. 1 shows an exemplary embodiment of an arrangement for playing a pair of off-line multimedia files / works and off-line control information; 3 shows an exemplary embodiment of an arrangement for playing one offline and one online multimedia file / work and online received control information; and FIG. 4 an exemplary embodiment of an arrangement for playing one offline and one on-line -line multimedia file / work and off-line control information.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The method of playing multimedia files / works consists in that the primary multimedia file / work is played intermittently according to the control information, i.e. that the playback of at least one component (audio folder, video folder)

9 9 9 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 99 99 99 99 99 999 of the entire primary media file / work, the corresponding folder or several folders of the second media file / work are played, thus filling the playback gaps of the primary media file / work. After playback of a portion of the second multimedia file / work defined by the control information, playback of the second multimedia file / work is interrupted and the primary multimedia file / work is played at the location defined by the control information, i.e. from the point where playback was interrupted. All interruptions and resumes of individual media files / works or their folders are performed in such a way that the viewer does not notice any interruption or resumption of individual media files / works, ie in such a way that the playback of individual folders of all multimedia files / works follows without interruptions and / or sound. The result is a brand new multimedia product / work that is perceived by the viewer in a new form, eg a newly edited film composed of scenes from the original film and newly added scenes, etc., both new video scenes and new audio scenes, as well as new scenes containing both picture and sound.

Individual multimedia files / works and management information, including, for example, unauthorized use protection tools such as coding and license management, payment tools (eg online) for tracking work, etc., may be stored either on solid media, such as CDs, DVDs, HD-DVDs, Blu25 Ray discs, etc., or they may come from online accessible sources. It is also possible for more than two multimedia files / works to be combined in the aforementioned procedure / method, wherein the control information includes information in which order and which sections and folders of each of the multimedia files / works will be played.

It is especially advantageous if the playback media files / works are adapted in terms of content, eg the primary media file / work is an existing film which is the second and possibly other multimedia ····

* Λ · · · · · · :::: ^ s ^ ocř ·· ··· ·· ··· ·· ··· files / parts during playback according to the invention added or corrected to new form, eg new scenes, new sound etc.

In an exemplary embodiment, the multimedia file / asset playback device comprises a receiving device 1 of at least two multimedia file / works and a control unit 2 which, based on the control information, provides controlled playback of the multimedia file / works and their components , eg for display and sound equipment of a suitable type, such as a television, projector and sound system, display and sound system, etc.

In the exemplary embodiment of Fig. 1, the multimedia file / asset playback device comprises a pair of multimedia file / asset receiving devices 1, eg a pair of data carrier reading devices such as CDs, DVDs, HD-DVDs, Blu-Ray discs, etc. or it also contains a combination of different readers, including so-called combo readers. The first receiving device 10 is assigned a first data carrier 100 on which the primary media file / piece for playback is stored. The second receiving device 11 is assigned a second data carrier 111 on which the second media file / work is stored. The two receiving devices 10, 11 are connected to a control unit 2 which performs controlled playback of multimedia files / works and which is further coupled to the output device 3. The control information for the controlled playback of multimedia files / works is stored on the second carrier 111 and the control units 2 are supplied via a second receiving device 11.

In the embodiment shown in FIG. 2, the multimedia file / asset playback device is provided with an on-line control information receiver 4 for controlled playback of multimedia file / works from the first carrier 100 and the second carrier 111. The on-line control information receiver 4 is connected to In the exemplary embodiment shown in FIG. 3, the second reception device 11 and the second data carrier 111 of the embodiment of FIG. 1 are replaced by an on-line receiver 5 of the second multimedia file / work and control information. The on-line receiver 5 is connected to the control unit 2. In the embodiment of FIG. 4, the second receiving device ϋ and the second data carrier 111 of the embodiment of Fig. 1 are constituted by a control information reader 12 and a control information carrier 112, and a. «» ··· «. ::: - ^ soc?

Wherein the device is provided with an on-line receiver 6 of the second media file / work. The on-line receiver 6 is connected to the control unit 2.

In the not shown embodiment, the multimedia file / asset playback device is provided with on-line receivers 4, 5 and 6, which can also be implemented in a single universal on-line receiver. In another embodiment (not shown), the first receiving device 10 is an on-line receiver. Individual receivers may be provided with a so-called authorization terminal, eg on-line, to enable the playback of files / works and / or to make payments for playback of files / works. The authorization terminal may be a separate device connectable to the playback device. Authorizations or payments can be made on-line or using a prepaid credit (the payment terminal then deducts the amount from the user's credit, etc.).

The information carrier for use in a multimedia file / asset playback device is comprised of a suitable medium, such as a CD, DVD, HD-DVD, Blu-Ray disc on which at least one multimedia file / asset is stored with additional / corrective content to the primary multimedia file / part stored on another medium. At least the main control information is stored on the information carrier with additional / corrective content to the primary multimedia file / part, which identifies at least the sources from which complete control information can be obtained, eg after payment of the royalty for use of the work, etc. Complete control information also can be completely contained directly on the information carrier with additional content to the primary multimedia file / part.

Industrial applicability

The invention is particularly useful in the entertainment industry, such as the film industry.

Claims (10)

PATENT CLAIMS A method of playing a multimedia file / work, characterized in that, when playing the primary multimedia file / work, 5 the information interrupts the playback of at least one component of the primary multimedia file / work of the group audio component, video component, and when the interruption of the playback of at least one of the components of the primary multimedia file / work the component of the respective type (audio or video) is played , after which the defined portion is overheated 10 of the at least one additional multimedia file / work folder interrupts playback of the next multimedia file / work and the playback of the primary multimedia file / work begins at the location defined by the control information, thereby creating a new continuous and uninterrupted multimedia product / work presented on the output device. 15 Dec Method according to claim 1, characterized in that the control information is part of other multimedia files, in particular a second multimedia file. Method according to claim 1, characterized in that the control information is stored in a separate data file. 20 May Method according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that at least one of the multimedia files / works and / or at least part of the control information is supplied online to the playback process. Device for playing multimedia files / works, characterized in that it comprises a receiving device (1) of at least two media files / works 25 and a control information receiving device, further comprising a control unit (2) for controlled playback of multimedia files / works and means for connecting the output device (3). Device according to claim 5, characterized in that at least one of the receiving devices (1) is formed by a data carrier reading device, i. reading 30 mechanikou. • · · * «* * · ·.:: - :::’ 't? S3i3oc £ «» ··· ·· ·· Device according to any one of claims 5 or 6, characterized in that at least one of the receiving devices (1) is an on-line data receiver. Device according to any one of claims 5 to 7, characterized in that it is provided with an authorization terminal. 5 9. A media carrier for playing multimedia files / works comprising a medium on which at least one media file / work with additional / repair content to a primary media file / work stored on another carrier is stored, at least the main control information is stored by the additional / corrective content 10 for controlled playback of multimedia files / works. 10. A carrier as claimed in claim 9, characterized in that complete control information for the controlled playback of multimedia files / works is stored on the carrier with additional / repair content.