Access method to multimedia contents available on a data network and value unit support for use in said method
First Claim
1. Process for access to multimedia contents (CM) available on a data network (12), characterized in that data recorded on a value unit (UV) are exchanged on line when connected to a network, in return for an access to a given multimedia content UV), and in which a value unit (UV) comprises:
- a private secret code (21) concealed by a device that can be revealed, that provides proof that fees have been paid, at least one list of product codes (22) that can be seen by every one, each product code being used to identify a multimedia content, a limiting validity date (23).
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Abstract
This invention relates to a process for an individual (10) to access multimedia contents (CM) available on a network (12) comprising the following steps:
the individual (10) procures at least one value unit (UV) from a distributor (11);
when the individual makes a connection to this network (12), he exchanges this value unit against access to a determined multimedia content (CM).
This invention also relates to a value unit support that can be used in such a process.
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21 Claims
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1. Process for access to multimedia contents (CM) available on a data network (12), characterized in that data recorded on a value unit (UV) are exchanged on line when connected to a network, in return for an access to a given multimedia content UV), and in which a value unit (UV) comprises:
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a private secret code (21) concealed by a device that can be revealed, that provides proof that fees have been paid, at least one list of product codes (22) that can be seen by every one, each product code being used to identify a multimedia content, a limiting validity date (23). - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13)
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14. Physical support for value units enabling individual (10) to access multimedia contents (CM) available on a data network (12), characterized in that it comprises:
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a private secret code (21) concealed by a device that can be revealed, that proves that fees have been paid, at least one list of public product codes (22) visible to every one, each product code identifying a multimedia product, a limiting validity date (23). - View Dependent Claims (15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21)
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