Fault detection and correction for single and multiple media players connected to electronic displays, and related devices, methods and systems
US8001418B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F11/2038
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems, devices, software, hardware and networks adapted and arranged for monitoring and correcting faults in networked media player systems that include electronic displays are provided. After detection or notification of a fault in at least one networked media player in a network of at least two, or N, media players operationally connected to electronic displays, the invention provides an alternate source of signal to the affected display. In some preferred embodiments, the invention utilizes at least one additional, or N+1, media player as a backup to substitute for the failed media player. Reconfiguration of the faulted media player by means of the N+1 backup networked media player advantageously increases the reliability and efficiency of ongoing maintenance of digital visual systems operating in commercial and other environments.
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