Methodology for equalizing systemic latencies in television reception in connection with games of skill played in connection with live television programming
US9919211B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 12, 2017 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 12, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F2300/534
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method of and system for handling latency issues encountered in producing real-time entertainment such as games of skill synchronized with live or taped televised events is described herein. There are multiple situations that are dealt with regarding latencies in receiving a television signal with respect to real-time entertainment based on the unfolding games played along with the telecasts. Systemic delays, arbitrarily imposed delays of a broadcast signal and variances in the precise broadcast times of taped television programs have to be equalized so as to provide fair entertainment.
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