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Methods for inputting signals into a smart TV, a smart TV, and a smart interaction system using such methods

US9071863B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 29, 2012
Grant dateJun 30, 2015
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04N21/47
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for inputting signals into a smart TV and a smart interaction system includes displaying a virtual keyboard having a key layout corresponding to that of a physical keyboard used for inputting signals into a smart TV; obtaining from the physical keyboard a first signal, which is generated in response to an operator selecting a physical key on the physical keyboard and is indicative of information on a position of the selected physical key on the physical keyboard; and displaying on the virtual keyboard the position of the selected physical key based on the first signal.

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