Image display device executing instructions in a multicast message to configure itself to connect to a network
US7660878B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 2, 2004 |
| Grant date | Feb 9, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N2201/0089
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In an image display device configured to be connected to a network, a method of communicating over the network with a remote device on the network is disclosed. The method includes receiving a message sent to a multicast address on the network by the remote device, wherein the message includes an instruction to the image display device to perform a function; and performing the function instructed by the message.
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