Remote Control Guide Data Scalable Display Adaptation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional methods for presenting guide data on remote controls are not readable, especially for users with visual impairments, and do not adapt to varying screen sizes or viewing distances, as they rely on fixed text sizes and do not allow for customization.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for converting guide data received by a remote control into a user-preferred format, allowing for scalable and customizable display, including font size, color, and contrast adjustments, to enhance readability on small screens and accommodate visual impairments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If guide data is presented using fixed text size and fixed number of channel listings, then the display is simple and consistent, but the guide data is not readable on small screens and does not accommodate visual impairments
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic text sizing and formatting that automatically adapts to different screen dimensions and resolutions. The guide data presentation transitions from fixed static layouts to dynamic responsive layouts that recalculate text size, line spacing, and element positioning based on the display device characteristics, ensuring readability across diverse screen sizes including remote control displays.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes multiple display parameters simultaneously including text size, font weight, line height, letter spacing, and contrast ratios to optimize readability. These parameter adjustments are driven by detected screen dimensions and user accessibility preferences, transforming the rigid fixed-parameter display into a flexible multi-parameter adaptive system.
2Quantity of substance
If guide data is displayed at a smaller scale to fit larger screens, then more content is visible, but the text becomes unreadable on smaller screens and for visually impaired users
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies different text sizes and formatting qualities to different sections of the guide data based on their importance and the available display space. Critical information such as program titles and channel names receive larger, more prominent formatting, while secondary information uses smaller text. This local differentiation allows maximum content density while maintaining readability of essential elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The system utilizes additional spatial dimensions and layout strategies to accommodate more guide data without reducing text size. This includes multi-column layouts, hierarchical information organization, and strategic use of white space, allowing vertical and horizontal expansion of content capacity while preserving text legibility through dimensional optimization rather than simple scaling.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional program guides are used, then the display device can show guide data, but the guide data cannot be read by users with visual impairments
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates self-service accessibility features that automatically detect and adapt to user needs. This includes automatic high-contrast mode activation, large text defaults, and screen reader compatibility without requiring complex manual configuration. The guide data presentation serves itself by implementing built-in accessibility optimizations that work out-of-the-box for visually impaired users.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a universal display system that simultaneously serves multiple user groups including visually impaired users, users of various screen sizes, and standard users. Through configurable themes, scalable vector graphics, and multi-format output support, the same guide data presentation infrastructure accommodates diverse accessibility requirements without requiring separate systems, achieving universal usability through multi-functional design.
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AI summary
System and method for displaying guide data on a remote control. In one embodiment, guide data may be received in a first format by the remote control. The guide data may be converted from the first format to a second format based in part on a predefined user preference. A portion of the guide data may be displayed in accordance with the second format on a display of the remote control such that guide data is displayed according to a first scale.