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Method and apparatus for avoiding redundant data retrieval during video decoding

US6459737B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 7, 1999
Grant dateOct 1, 2002
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Expiry dateMay 7, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04N19/61
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for decoding compressed video in a system with a central processing unit (CPU) coupled to a graphics controller, the method arising from the following steps. First, decode a first portion of a first frame using the CPU to produce a first data. Next, generate a first signal. Then, perform motion compensation using the first data and the graphics controller in response to the first signal. Next, generate a second signal. Then, decode a second portion of the first frame using the CPU to produce a second data in response to the second signal. Next, generate a third signal. Then, perform motion compensation using the second data and the graphics controller in response to the third signal.

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