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Method of storing data in a multimedia file using relative timebases

US7337175B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 6, 2001
Grant dateFeb 26, 2008
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Expiry dateMar 20, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S707/99931
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The invention concerns a method for storing data in a multimedia file, the multimedia file containing an absolute time base indicator and at least a track wherein the data are stored. Said data comprise time values. The method is characterised in that it consists in associating with each track; at least a relative time base indicator which is a function of said absolute time base, and in determining some or all the time values contained in a track, with respect to a relative time base indicator associated with said track.

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