JP2021170788A - Video distribution server, video distribution method, and video distribution program - Google Patents

Abstract

To allow people who are not watching a broadcast to participate in an event that takes place during the broadcast.SOLUTION: A video distribution server 1 that receives a video from a caller terminal 3 and distributes the video to a viewer terminal 4 conducts a questionnaire in a broadcast on the basis of an instruction from the caller terminal 3, and also sends the same questionnaire to a Web server 2. As a result, even those who cannot watch the broadcast when conducting the questionnaire can participate in the questionnaire in the broadcast by answering the questionnaire on the Web provided in conjunction with the broadcast.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

The present invention relates to a technique for distributing a moving image, and particularly to a technique for providing an interactive service in broadcasting.

In recent years, video distribution services that allow individuals to distribute video via a network without the need for special equipment have become widespread. In such a video distribution service, there is known a questionnaire function in which a sender of a live broadcast instantly creates a questionnaire and obtains an answer from a viewer.

In addition, a service that can conduct a questionnaire on a website is also known.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2013-222390

There is a desire for senders who conduct questionnaires on live broadcasts to widely collect the opinions of people other than viewers. Those who cannot watch the live broadcast have a desire to participate in the questionnaire conducted on the live broadcast. However, there is a problem that only the viewers of the live broadcast can answer the questionnaire conducted by the live broadcast using the video distribution service.

In addition to the questionnaire, there is a problem that only live broadcast viewers can participate in interactive events such as quiz competitions and game competitions that are held during broadcasting.

The present invention has been made in view of the above, and an object of the present invention is to allow people who have not watched the broadcast to participate in an event carried out during the broadcast.

The video distribution device according to the present invention is a distribution means for distributing a video to a viewer terminal based on an instruction from a caller terminal, and when a service start request is received from the caller terminal, the interactive service is viewed. It is characterized by having an implementation means for causing a person terminal to perform the service and for the server device to provide the interactive service.

The video distribution method according to the present invention is a video distribution method implemented by a computer, in which a step of distributing a video to a viewer terminal based on an instruction from a caller terminal and a service start request are received from the caller terminal. At that time, it is characterized by having a step of causing the viewer terminal to perform the interactive service and causing the server device to provide the interactive service.

The video distribution program according to the present invention provides a process of distributing a video to a viewer terminal based on an instruction from a caller terminal to a computer, and an interactive service when a service start request is received from the caller terminal. It is characterized in that the viewer terminal executes the process and the server device executes the process of providing the interactive service.

According to the present invention, it is possible to allow a person who has not watched the broadcast to participate in an event carried out during the broadcast.

It is an overall configuration diagram which shows the configuration example of the service cooperation system including the video distribution server of this embodiment. It is a functional block diagram which shows the configuration example of a video distribution server. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process which a video distribution server carries out a questionnaire in cooperation with a Web server. It is a figure which shows the example of the display screen displayed on the caller terminal at the time of broadcasting a program. It is a figure which shows the example of the questionnaire execution screen displayed on a viewer terminal. It is a figure which shows the example of the questionnaire execution screen on the Web page. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process which ends a questionnaire and displays the result. It is a figure which shows the example of the display screen of the questionnaire result displayed on a viewer terminal. It is a figure which shows the example of the questionnaire result screen on the Web page. This is an example of a display screen of a shopping program displayed on a viewer terminal. This is an example of a Web page linked with the shopping program of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process in which a video distribution server and a Web server cooperate with each other in a shopping program. This is an example of another display screen of a shopping program displayed on a viewer terminal. This is an example of a Web page linked with the shopping program of FIG. This is an example of yet another display screen of a shopping program displayed on a viewer terminal. This is an example of a Web page linked with the shopping program of FIG.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

The overall configuration of the service cooperation system including the video distribution server of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. This service cooperation system links broadcasting and the Web, and broadcasting and We
A system that provides related interactive services in both b. The service cooperation system shown in the figure has a video distribution server 1 and a Web server 2. The video distribution server 1 and the Web server 2 are connected via a network. The caller terminal 3 and the viewer terminal 4 are connected to the video distribution server 1 via a network.

The caller terminal 3 is a terminal used by the caller to transmit a broadcast. The viewer terminal 4 is a terminal used by the viewer to watch the broadcast. As the caller terminal 3 and the viewer terminal 4, a personal computer or a mobile terminal such as a smartphone or tablet can be used. The Web browser 5 is connected to the Web server 2 via a network.
The Web browser 5 is for viewing a Web page provided by the Web server 2.
It is executed on a personal computer or mobile terminal. In the present embodiment, the Web browser 5 is a terminal used by a person who is neither a sender nor a viewer. In FIG. 1, the number of the caller terminal 3, the viewer terminal 4, and the Web browser 5 is one each, but in reality, these numbers are larger.

The video distribution server 1 receives the video for broadcasting from the sender terminal 3 and distributes it to the viewer terminal 4. The video for broadcasting may be, for example, a live broadcast video taken by a camera connected to the caller terminal 3, or a pre-recorded video. Alternatively, it may be a still image plus sound. When distributing a pre-recorded video, the video distribution server 1 does not necessarily have to receive the video from the caller terminal 3, and may receive and distribute the video from a location designated by the caller terminal 3. ..

When the video distribution server 1 receives the instruction to carry out the questionnaire from the caller terminal 3, the video distribution server 1 conducts the questionnaire in the broadcast and causes the Web server 2 to carry out the questionnaire having the same contents. The viewer can answer the questionnaire using the viewer terminal 4. A person who is not watching the broadcast on the viewer terminal 4 can answer the questionnaire having the same contents as the questionnaire in the broadcast by accessing the Web server 2 with the Web browser 5.

The Web server 2 provides a Web site having a questionnaire function. When the Web browser 5 accesses the Web server 2, it is possible to answer the questionnaire provided by the Web server 2. When the Web server 2 receives the instruction to execute the questionnaire from the video distribution server 1, the Web server 2 executes the questionnaire. The Web server 2 transmits the result of the questionnaire conducted based on the instruction of the video distribution server 1 to the video distribution server 1. note that,
Since the Web server 2 can conduct a questionnaire independently of broadcasting, not only viewers but also an unspecified number of people can answer the questionnaire provided by the Web server 2.

Next, a configuration example of the moving image distribution server 1 will be described with reference to FIG. The video distribution server 1 shown in FIG. 2 includes a video distribution unit 11, a questionnaire processing unit 12, a command input unit 13, a Web cooperation unit 14, and a result receiving unit 15. Each part included in the video distribution server 1 may be configured by a computer provided with an arithmetic processing unit, a storage device, and the like, and the processing of each part may be executed by a program. This program is stored in a storage device included in the moving image distribution server 1, and can be recorded on a recording medium such as a magnetic disk, an optical disk, or a semiconductor memory, or can be provided through a network. Each part will be described below.

The video distribution unit 11 receives the video from the sender terminal 3 and distributes it to the viewer terminal 4.

The questionnaire processing unit 12 conducts a questionnaire in the broadcast based on the instruction from the caller terminal 3. Specifically, the questionnaire processing unit 12 superimposes the question text and the options of the questionnaire on the video distributed by the video distribution unit 11 and displays them on the viewer terminal 4, and receives the information of the options selected by the viewer. The questionnaire processing unit 12 is responsible for the results of the questionnaire in the broadcast and the We.
The questionnaire result in b is received from the result receiving unit 15, and the questionnaire result is announced in the broadcast. The questionnaire result may be superimposed on the video and displayed on the viewer terminal 4.

The command input unit 13 receives an input of a command (command) from the caller and performs processing according to the input command. Commands related to this embodiment include, for example, a command for conducting a questionnaire, a command for ending the questionnaire, and a command for displaying the results of the questionnaire. When the command input unit 13 receives the command to execute the questionnaire, the questionnaire processing unit 12 is controlled so as to perform the questionnaire in the broadcast, and the Web.
The Web cooperation unit 14 is controlled so as to carry out a questionnaire on the server 2.

The Web cooperation unit 14 links broadcasting and a Web page. Specifically, when the questionnaire is conducted in the broadcast, the Web cooperation unit 14 sends the question text and options of the questionnaire conducted in the broadcast to the Web server 2, and sends the same questionnaire to the Web server 2. Let it be carried out.

The result receiving unit 15 receives each of the questionnaire result in the broadcast and the questionnaire result on the Web. The result receiving unit 15 may aggregate the results of each questionnaire.

Next, with reference to FIG. 3, a process in which the video distribution server 1 conducts a questionnaire in cooperation with the Web server 2 will be described.

First, as a preliminary preparation, the video distribution server 1 causes the Web server 2 to prepare a Web page linked with the broadcast based on the instruction of the caller (step S11). The video distribution server 1 generates a program ID that identifies a program for each program, which is a unit of broadcasting. When the video distribution server 1 receives a request for linking broadcasting and the Web from the caller terminal 3, it transmits a program ID to the Web server 2 and causes the Web server 2 to prepare a Web page linked to the program ID. The Web page prepared by the Web server 2 may be empty, or it may be displayed that the questionnaire has not been conducted yet. Alternatively, an introduction of the corresponding program may be described, or a link to a page introducing the corresponding program may be attached.
A user ID that identifies the caller may be used as an identifier that links the broadcast and the Web page.

The video distribution server 1 is a Web page URI (Unifo) prepared on the Web server 2.
rm Resource Identity) is received. By displaying the URI on the preview page of the program or the like, the caller can guide a person who cannot watch the program during the broadcast time to the Web page corresponding to the program. In addition, the Web server 2 is REST (Repr).
When providing an interface in line with the design principle of the establishmental State Transfer), the URI can be used to acquire, create, modify, and delete information.

The caller may link the program and the Web by using the management screen provided by the video distribution server 1, or may link the program and the Web by using the management screen provided by the Web server 2. good. When linking the program and the Web from the Web server 2 side, the URI and the program ID (which may be a user ID) of the Web page prepared by the Web server 2 are transmitted to the video distribution server 1.

The video distribution server 1 links the program and the Web, and the information necessary for the link (for example, W).
Remember the URI) on the eb page.

The cooperation between the program and the Web may be performed during the broadcast of the program.

The video distribution server 1 receives an instruction to start broadcasting from the caller terminal 3 and starts broadcasting (step S12). After the start of broadcasting, the video distribution server 1 receives the video from the sender terminal 3 and distributes it to the viewer terminal 4. The video distribution server 1 may receive a comment from the viewer terminal 4 during broadcasting and display the comment on the sender terminal 3 and another viewer terminal 4. A comment distribution server different from the video distribution server 1 may be used for processing this comment.

When the video distribution server 1 receives the questionnaire start command from the caller terminal 3 (step S13), the video distribution server 1 starts the questionnaire in broadcasting (step S14). When conducting a questionnaire during broadcasting, the caller operates the caller terminal 3 and transmits the contents of the questionnaire such as a question sentence and options to the video distribution server 1. The video distribution server 1 transmits the question text and options received from the sender to the viewer terminal 4, and the viewer terminal 4 creates and displays the questionnaire implementation screen using the received question text and options. The video distribution server 1 may create a questionnaire implementation screen and send it to the viewer terminal 4.

FIG. 4 shows an example of a display screen displayed on the caller terminal 3. In the video area 101 in the display screen 100, the video being broadcast and the comment input for the broadcast are superimposed and displayed. The video and the comment displayed in the video area 101 are the same as the video displayed on the viewer terminal 4. In the comment list area 102 on the right side of the video area 101, a list of comments input for broadcasting is displayed. The comment input field 103 below the video area 101 is used by the caller to input a comment. When the caller inputs a comment in the comment input field 103 and presses the comment posting button 104, the input comment is posted and displayed during broadcasting.

The questionnaire area 110 at the bottom of the display screen 100 is an area for inputting questionnaire information. A question text is input in the question text input field 111. In the option input fields 112a to 112d, the options for the question text are input. When the inventor inputs the question text and the options in the question text input field 111 and the option input fields 112a to 112d and presses the question button 113, the questionnaire start command requesting the execution of the questionnaire is sent to the video distribution server together with the contents of the questionnaire. It is sent to 1. When the caller presses the result display button 114, the total result of the questionnaire is displayed.

It is also possible to start the questionnaire by inputting a command in the comment input field 103. When a predetermined character string is input after "/" in the comment input field 103, the input character string is interpreted as a command. For example, the caller puts "/ v" in the comment input field 103.
ote start Question text Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4 ”and press the comment posting button 104, and the questionnaire start command is sent to the video distribution server 1 together with the question text and options 1 to 4.

FIG. 5 shows an example of a questionnaire execution screen displayed on the viewer terminal 4. The question text 201 of the questionnaire is displayed at the upper part of the display screen 200. Below the question sentence 201, the option buttons 202a to 202d displaying the contents of each option are displayed. The question text 201 and the option buttons 202a to 202d may be superimposed and displayed on the delivered video.

The viewer can answer the questionnaire by touching any of the displayed option buttons 202a to 202d or by selecting with a pointing device such as a mouse. You may answer the questionnaire by entering the number given to the option.

Returning to FIG. 3, when the broadcasting and the Web are linked, the video distribution server 1 instructs the Web server 2 to carry out a questionnaire having the same contents (step S15). The video distribution server 1 transmits the question text and options received from the caller terminal 3 to the Web server 2, and causes the video distribution server 1 to carry out a questionnaire on a Web page linked with broadcasting.

The Web server 2 rewrites the contents of the Web page or creates the Web page by using the received question text and options.

When the Web page linked with broadcasting is accessed by the Web browser 5, the Web page 300 as shown in FIG. 6 is displayed. On the Web page 300, the same question text 301 and option 302 as in the questionnaire conducted by broadcasting are displayed. In the example of FIG. 6, the viewer of the Web page can answer the questionnaire by selecting one of the options 302 with the radio button provided to the left of the option 302 and pressing the answer button 303.

Next, with reference to FIG. 7, a process of ending the questionnaire and displaying the result will be described.

When the video distribution server 1 receives the questionnaire end command from the caller terminal 3 (step S21), the video distribution server 1 ends the broadcast questionnaire (step S22). The caller operates the caller terminal 3 and transmits to the video distribution server 1 that the questionnaire is completed. The video distribution server 1 notifies the viewer terminal 4 of the end of the questionnaire. When the viewer terminal 4 receives the notification of the end of the questionnaire, the viewer terminal 4 stops displaying the questionnaire execution screen.

When the video distribution server 1 finishes the broadcast questionnaire, the video distribution server 1 also instructs the Web server 2 to finish the questionnaire (step S23).

When the Web server 2 receives the notification of the end of the questionnaire from the video distribution server 1, the Web server 2 receives the notification of the end of the questionnaire on the Web.
Delete or disable the answer button 303 on page 300. Alternatively, the Web server 2 may leave the Web page 300 blank.

When the questionnaire on the Web server 2 is completed, the video distribution server 1 receives the questionnaire result from the Web server 2 (step S24). The questionnaire result received by the video distribution server 1 is, for example, the number of selected persons or the ratio of selected persons for each option. The video distribution server 1 may receive the result of the questionnaire from the Web server 2 at an arbitrary timing even before the end of the questionnaire.

When the video distribution server 1 receives the questionnaire result from the Web server 2, the video distribution server 1 may aggregate the result of the questionnaire on the broadcast and the result of the questionnaire on the Web.

When the video distribution server 1 receives the result display command from the caller terminal 3 (step S2).
5), the viewer terminal 4 is displayed with the questionnaire result (step S26). The caller operates the caller terminal 3 and transmits a result display command to the video distribution server 1. Video distribution server 1
Sends the result of the questionnaire to the viewer terminal 4, and the viewer terminal 4 creates and displays the questionnaire result screen for displaying the result of the questionnaire.

In the questionnaire result display screen 200 of FIG. 8, the question sentence 201 is displayed at the upper part, and the option buttons 202a to 2 in which the content of each option and the selected ratio are displayed below the question sentence 201.
02d is displayed. In the example of FIG. 8, the results of the questionnaire on the broadcast and the questionnaire on the Web are aggregated and displayed. The viewer terminal 4 is only the result of the questionnaire on the broadcast, or W
Only the results of the questionnaire on eb may be displayed.

When the video distribution server 1 displays the questionnaire result by broadcasting, the video distribution server 1 may also instruct the Web server 2 to display the questionnaire result. The video distribution server 1 aggregates the results of the questionnaire on the broadcast and the results of the questionnaire on the Web, and transmits the aggregated questionnaire results to the Web server 2. The Web server 2 displays the received questionnaire result on a Web page linked with broadcasting. The video distribution server 1 transmits only the results of the questionnaire on the broadcast, and the Web
The server 2 may aggregate the results of the questionnaire on the broadcast and the results of the questionnaire on the Web.

On the Web page 300 displaying the questionnaire result of FIG. 9, the question sentence 301, the broadcast, and the W
The option 302 in which the questionnaire result in eb is described is displayed. When the viewer of the Web page has answered the questionnaire, the option 302 answered by the radio button is shown.

After that, when the caller asks a new questionnaire in the broadcast, the new questionnaire is carried out in the broadcast, and the questionnaire on the Web page linked with the broadcast is switched to the new questionnaire in the Web server 2.

(Modification example)
Hereinafter, some modifications of the present embodiment will be described.

In the above embodiment, the questionnaire question text and options are transmitted from the video distribution server 1 to the Web server 2, but the video distribution server 1 may receive the questionnaire question text and options from the Web server 2.

The caller registers the question text and options of the questionnaire in the Web server 2. A plurality of questionnaires may be registered in the Web server 2. Until instructed by the video distribution server 1, the questionnaire registered in the Web server 2 can be set not to be displayed on the Web page.

It is assumed that the program starts and the video distribution server 1 receives the questionnaire start command. When the questionnaire start command includes an instruction to execute the questionnaire registered in the Web server 2, the video distribution server 1 instructs the Web server 2 to execute the registered questionnaire, and also instructs the Web server 2 to execute the registered questionnaire. Receive the questionnaire questions and options registered from, and start the questionnaire on the broadcast. When a plurality of questionnaires are registered in the Web server 2, the questionnaire to be executed is specified by the questionnaire start command.

The Web server 2 starts a questionnaire on a Web page linked with broadcasting.

The Web server 2 may carry out a pre-registered questionnaire before the start of the program. After the program starts, the Web server 2 conducts a questionnaire according to the instructions of the video distribution server 1.

The Web server 2 may continue to carry out the questionnaire even after the program ends. The Web server 2 stores the question text and options transmitted from the video distribution server 1. After the program ends, the Web server 2 continues to carry out the questionnaire using the memorized question sentences and options according to the instruction from the video distribution server 1. The results of this questionnaire can be obtained in a later program.

The caller may divert a questionnaire created by a third party. Specifically, when conducting a questionnaire during broadcasting, the sender specifies the Web page of the questionnaire to be diverted and acquires the question text and options of the questionnaire. At this time, the questionnaire results on the Web page may be acquired at the same time. The result of the questionnaire in the program may be reflected on the Web page of the acquisition source. However, in this case, permission to update the questionnaire result of the Web page is required.
For example, the creator of the questionnaire is set so that anyone can update the questionnaire result of the Web page.

In addition, a plurality of callers may share a Web page linked with broadcasting. The main caller can control the Web page linked with the broadcast. That is, the questionnaire is conducted in the broadcast and on the Web at the timing of the main caller. Other callers are W of the main caller
We can't control the eb page, but it works with the broadcast of the main caller in our program.
Question sentences and options can be obtained from page b. The main caller is in-broadcast and We
When the questionnaire is conducted in b, in the program of another sender, the question text and options of the questionnaire can be received from the Web server 2 and the questionnaire with the same content can be conducted in the own program.

When sharing a Web page linked with broadcasting, any caller among a plurality of callers may be able to control the Web page. In this case, a plurality of senders can take turns to ask a questionnaire.

As for the answer method of the questionnaire, not only the option is selected, but also the answer may be made by freely inputting characters, the answer may be made by drawing a picture, or the answer may be made by capturing an image.

Further, the interactive service provided in cooperation with broadcasting on the Web is not limited to a questionnaire, and may be a quiz or a game that can be executed by the viewer terminal 4 and the Web browser 5. When providing a game, the video distribution server 1 sets the score of the game to We.
b It may be received from the server 2 and totaled.

(Shopping program)
Next, an example in which the video distribution server of the present embodiment is applied to a shopping program will be described.

In recent years, the buying and selling of goods between individuals via networks has become popular. Sales promotion can be expected by individuals introducing the products they sell in their programs. In addition, the prospective purchaser (viewer of the program) has the advantage of being able to directly ask the seller (sender of the program) about the product in the program.

Apply this service cooperation system to shopping programs and link the programs with the Web.
By introducing the products introduced in the program on the website at the same time, even those who cannot see the program can know the products introduced in the program by accessing the Web page.

Hereinafter, the comment function, the cart function, and the auction function will be described as examples of an interactive service that links a shopping program and the Web.

First, referring to FIGS. 10 and 11, the comment function is provided for both the program and the Web, and the program and W
An example of linking with eb will be described.

In the video of the program of FIG. 10, not only the comment input by the viewer but also the Wee linked with the program
The comment entered on page b is also superimposed. “Product number 1” at the upper part of the display screen 200 in FIG. 10 is information on the product currently being introduced. The "comment from the Web" below the display screen 200 is a comment input to the Web page. Other comments are comments entered by the viewer.

The Web page 300 of FIG. 11 is composed of a product image 310, a comment input field 311, a comment posting button 312, and a comment display field 313. The product image 310 is an image of the product being introduced in the program. This image may be registered in the Web server 2 in advance, or may be a screenshot of the program. When the products introduced in the shopping program change,
The product image 310 also changes. The timing of changing the product image 310 displayed on the Web page is controlled by the program. The comment input by the viewer of the Web page 300 is displayed in the comment input field 311. The comment entered by the viewer of the program may be displayed.

With reference to FIG. 12, the flow of processing in which the video distribution server 1 and the Web server 2 cooperate with each other in the shopping program will be described.

As a preliminary preparation, the video distribution server 1 Ws the Web page linked with the shopping program.
Have the eb server 2 prepare (step S31). The caller may register product information such as an image of the product to be introduced in the Web server 2.

The video distribution server 1 starts broadcasting the shopping program (step S32).

When the video distribution server 1 receives the product introduction start command from the caller terminal 3 (step S33), it determines that the product introduction has been started in the program (step S34). Alternatively, when the video distribution server 1 receives a command to display a sub screen from the caller terminal 3, receives a command to display a still image, or when a comment to be fixedly displayed on the screen is input. In addition, it may be determined that the product introduction is started. The viewer can grasp the product being introduced by showing the image of the product on the sub screen, showing the product to be introduced as a still image, and displaying the product name of the product to be introduced on the screen.

When the product introduction is started in the program, the video distribution server 1 instructs the Web server 2 to start the product introduction (step S35). Upon receiving the instruction, the Web server 2 displays the product information on the Web page and further enables the comment function. In the example described later, the cart function and the auction function are enabled.

The comment input by the viewer of the program is transmitted from the viewer terminal 4 to the video distribution server 1. The video distribution server 1 superimposes the received comment on the video of the program and transmits the comment to the Web server 2. The Web server 2 displays the received comment in the comment display field 313.

Further, when the viewer of the Web page 300 inputs a comment in the comment input field 311 and presses the comment posting button 312, the Web server 2 displays the input comment in the comment display field 313 and displays the comment. It is transmitted to the video distribution server 1. The video distribution server 1 superimposes the received comment on the video of the program.

In this way, the comments input in each of the program and the Web are reflected in each other.
People who cannot watch the program can also comment on the products introduced in the program. For example, you can use the comment section to inquire about products and negotiate price cuts.

When the product introduced in the program changes, the product image 310 on the Web page 300 is changed.
Specifically, when the video distribution server 1 receives the product change command from the caller terminal 3, the video distribution server 1 instructs the Web server 2 to change the product, and the Web server 2 changes the product image 310 to the image of the next product. .. The video distribution server 1 introduces when it receives a command to display a sub screen, when it receives a command to display a new still image, or when a new comment to be fixedly displayed on the screen is input. It may be determined that the product changes.

Subsequently, with reference to FIGS. 13 and 14, an example in which the cart function is provided by the program and the Web and the program and the Web are linked will be described.

The video distribution server 1 accepts an order for a product from the viewer terminal 4. For example, when the viewer inputs a purchase command (for example, "/ buy") in the comment input field, an order for the product may be sent. Alternatively, if a selectable purchase button is displayed on the display screen 200 of the viewer terminal 4 and the viewer clicks the purchase button, the order for the product is transmitted from the viewer terminal 4 to the video distribution server 1. good. As in the video of the program of FIG. 13, the ordering of the product may be superimposed on the video of the program. The viewer can know the sales of the product from the amount of purchase comments displayed on the display screen 200.

The Web page 300 of FIG. 14 is composed of a product image 310 and a purchase button 320.
The product image 310 is an image of the product being introduced in the shopping program. Web page 300
The viewer can order the product by pressing the purchase button 320. The Web server 2 transmits to the video distribution server 1 that the product has been ordered on the Web. When the video distribution server 1 is notified that the order has been accepted by the Web server 2, the video distribution server 1 may superimpose the ordering of the product on the Web on the video of the program.

Subsequently, with reference to FIGS. 15 and 16, the auction function is provided on the program and the Web, and the program and W
An example in which eb is linked will be described.

FIG. 15 is an example of a display screen of the viewer terminal 4, and FIG. 16 is an example of a Web page.

The video distribution server 1 accepts bids from the viewer terminal 4. When the viewer inputs the bid command and the bid amount in the comment input field, the bid information is transmitted from the viewer terminal 4 to the video distribution server 1. When the bid amount is updated, the video distribution server 1 superimposes the maximum bid amount on the video of the program and transmits the information on the maximum bid amount to the Web server 2.

The Web page 300 of FIG. 16 has a product image 310, an amount input field 330, and a bid button 33.
It is composed of 1 and the bid information display field 332. The product image 310 is an image of the product to be bid. The viewer of the Web page 300 can bid by inputting the bid amount in the amount input field 330 and pressing the bid button 331. The Web server 2 transmits bid information such as the bid amount to the video distribution server 1. When the bid amount is updated by bidding from the Web, the video distribution server 1 superimposes the maximum bid amount on the video of the program. Further, when the Web server 2 receives the information of the maximum bid amount from the video distribution server 1, it displays it in the bid information display column 332.

The Web page 300 of FIGS. 14 and 16 may be provided with the comment function of FIG.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, the video distribution server 1 that receives the video from the caller terminal 3 and distributes it to the viewer terminal 4 conducts a questionnaire in the broadcast based on the instruction from the caller terminal 3. And by having the same questionnaire provided to the Web server 2 as well.
Even those who cannot watch the broadcast when conducting a questionnaire on the broadcast will be provided in conjunction with the broadcast.
By answering the questionnaire on eb, you can participate in the questionnaire on the air.
In addition, by linking the broadcast and the Web, it is possible to know the intent and background of the questioner, which cannot be known just by looking at the questions on the Web, through the broadcast related to the questionnaire, which is usually on the Web. Even people who are not willing to take part in the questionnaire will be motivated to answer the questionnaire.

1 ... Video distribution server 11 ... Video distribution unit 12 ... Questionnaire processing unit 13 ... Command input unit 14 ... Web cooperation unit 15 ... Result reception unit 2 ... Web server 3 ... Caller terminal 4 ... Viewer terminal 5 ... Web browser

Claims (12)

A distribution means that distributes video to the viewer terminal based on instructions from the caller terminal,
When the service start request is received from the caller terminal, the viewer terminal is made to perform the interactive service, and the server device is made to provide the interactive service.
A video distribution server characterized by having. The video distribution server according to claim 1, further comprising a receiving means for receiving the result of the interactive service from the server device. The video distribution server according to claim 2, further comprising an aggregation means for aggregating the results of the interactive service executed by the viewer terminal and the results received from the server device. The moving image distribution server according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the implementing means acquires information necessary for executing the interactive service from the server device. It is a video distribution method implemented by a computer.
The step of delivering the video to the viewer terminal based on the instruction from the caller terminal,
When the service start request is received from the caller terminal, the step of causing the viewer terminal to perform the interactive service and causing the server device to provide the interactive service, and the step of causing the server device to provide the interactive service.
A video distribution method characterized by having. The moving image distribution method according to claim 5, further comprising a step of receiving the result of the interactive service from the server device. The moving image distribution method according to claim 6, further comprising a step of aggregating the result of the interactive service executed by the viewer terminal and the result received from the server device. The method according to any one of claims 5 to 7, further comprising a step of acquiring information necessary for executing the interactive service from the server device when a service start request is received from the caller terminal. Video distribution method. On the computer
The process of delivering video to the viewer terminal based on the instructions from the caller terminal,
When the service start request is received from the caller terminal, the process of causing the viewer terminal to execute the interactive service and causing the server device to provide the interactive service, and the process of causing the server device to provide the interactive service.
A video distribution program characterized by executing. The video distribution program according to claim 9, wherein the computer is made to execute a process of receiving the result of the interactive service from the server device. The video distribution program according to claim 10, wherein the computer is made to execute a process of aggregating the result of the interactive service executed by the viewer terminal and the result received from the server device. 7. Video distribution program described in Crab.

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