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Detecting and thwarting imaging systems at theatrical performances

  • US 20050194522A1
  • Filed: 05/05/2005
  • Published: 09/08/2005
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/14/2002
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A thwarting system for preventing the pirating of a theatrical experience comprising:

  • a processor; and

    a sensor arranged spatially proximate to the area wherein the theatrical experience is taking place and connected to a thwarting system network, wherein the sensor is adapted to;

    detect emissions from the area in which the theatrical experience is taking place; and

    send emission data indicative of the emissions to the processor; and

    wherein the processor is connected to the network and adapted to;

    receive the emission data from the sensor;

    determine if the emission data is indicative of the presence of an imaging device; and

    if the emission data is indicative of the presence of the imaging device, initiate a remedial action.

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