Pairing wireless set-top box with a wired set-top box
US10142668B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N21/42202
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for pairing a wireless set-top box with a wired set-top box is provided. The system and method provide a user with the ability to move the wireless set-top box to different locations, within the same authorized subscriber's household or use location, while allowing the service provider to monitor and prohibit unauthorized use of the wireless set-top box from outside of the authorized subscriber's household or use location.
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