Set top terminal for generating an interactive electronic program guide for use with television delivery system

作者: John S. Hendricks

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关键词: Electronic program guideComputer scienceUser inputDelivery systemMultimediaOverlayHuman–computer interactionCursor (user interface)

摘要: A set top terminal is disclosed for use with a television delivery system. The receives signal and extracts from the individual programs display on user's associated terminal. selection of program or interactive feature an electronic guide displayed television. An includes plurality interconnected menus having information. also cursor controlled by user input device sequencing through selecting menu item. include introductory when started, main that allows access to submenus submenus, during menus. both overlay are hidden not displayed. features logo indicating available program. Upon selection, as window. Interactive include, example, additional information related program, quizzes, facts, etc. feature, in