SELF CONTAINED PROJECTION MODULE SUITABLE FOR RETAIL AND METHOD

• US 20090136212A1
• Filed: 11/21/2008
• Published: 05/28/2009
• Est. Priority Date: 11/28/2007
• Status: Abandoned Application

• Current Assignee: Scott V. Klein
• Original Assignee: Scott V. Klein
• Inventors: KLEIN, SCOTT V.
• Application Number:
  US12/276,052
• Publication Number:
  US 20090136212A1
• Time in Patent Office: Days
• US Class Current: 386/326
• CPC Class Codes: G06Q 30/0283 Price estimation or determination
• CPC Class Codes: H04N 9/3173 wherein the projection device is specially adapted for enhanced portability

Abstract

A self contained projection module, combines content with projection capability for audio and video in a single compact unit. The module adapts cell phone photography equipment with small scale projection systems into a compact portable unit. The module combines a rechargeable battery, digital disc media, digital memory module, flash memory storage, pico-projection, and wireless connectivity among other components. The controls of the present invention have a convenient location and simplicity of use. The controls include an LCD screen, power button, and an antenna for communication with remote controls, generally in the infra red.

Claims

1. A single compact self contained assembly projecting video and audio, including instructional media, comprising:

a digital memory component including a data port;

a data management component in communication with said memory component;

a video controller in communication with said data management component;

an audio controller in communication with said data management component;

a projection component in communication with said video controller and displaying an image away from said assembly;

an audio component in communication with said audio controller, said audio component projecting sound from said assembly;

a power source supplying electricity to said memory component, said data management component, said video controller, said audio controller, said projection component, and said audio component; and

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a casing containing said memory component, said data management component, said video controller, said audio controller, said projection component, and said power source therein;

wherein said assembly has a thickness less than approximately 0.60 inches.

2. The self contained assembly of claim 1 further comprising:

said projection component including one of a photonic projector or a pico projector.

3. The self contained assembly of claim 2 further comprising:

said photonic projector capable of projecting an image both forward and rearward of said assembly.

4. The self contained assembly of claim 1 wherein said memory component has at least 500 gigabytes of storage capacity.

5. The self contained assembly of claim 1 further comprising:

said power source including at least one battery and a connection for electrical utility service.

6. A method for providing video and audio content upon a portable display system for a user, including instructional media, comprising:

powering said system with electricity;

removing video and audio content from said system;

retrieving operational data from said system, said operational data including time of use of said system, duration of use, and content used;

uploading said operational data to a secure central computer system separated from said portable display system; and

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downloading video and audio content from said central computer system into said portable display system.

7. The video and audio providing method of claim 6 further comprising:

calculating fees payable by a user based upon said operational data; and

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determining licensing fees and royalties due for usage of video and audio content.

8. The video and audio providing method of claim 6 further comprising:

said downloading video and audio content to said portable display system using one of electrical signals, radio, infrared, or microwave.

9. A method for retailing video and audio content to a user upon a portable display system from a self standing machine, said video and audio content including instructional media, comprising:

delivering electrical power to said system from said machine;

removing video and audio content from said system;

retrieving operational data from said system into said machine, said operational data including time of use of said system, duration of use, and content used;

uploading said operational data from said machine to a secure central computer system separated from said machine;

calculating fees payable by a user based upon said operational data;

determining licensing fees and royalties due for usage of video and audio content; and

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downloading video and audio content from said central computer system through said machine and into said portable display system.