SELF CONTAINED PROJECTION MODULE SUITABLE FOR RETAIL AND METHOD
First Claim
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
,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.
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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.
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9 Claims
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1. A single compact self contained assembly projecting video and audio, including instructional media, comprising:
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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
,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. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5)
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6. A method for providing video and audio content upon a portable display system for a user, including instructional media, comprising:
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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
,downloading video and audio content from said central computer system into said portable display system. - View Dependent Claims (7, 8)
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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:
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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
,downloading video and audio content from said central computer system through said machine and into said portable display system.
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