Signal Processing Apparatus Channel Tuning for Internet Content
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing signal processing apparatuses lack the ability to efficiently manage and access a large number of Internet websites, making it difficult for users to conveniently search and select updated subscription-type content, such as RSS feeds, through channel tuning.
Innovation Solution
A signal processing apparatus and system that allocates user-selected Internet addresses to channels, allowing users to conveniently select and play desired content by channel tuning, with features including a memory unit for storing channels and Internet addresses, a network connecting unit, a control unit for connecting to user-selected Internet addresses, and a user interface for input and display of content, along with an electronic program guide for information generation and display.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If users manually search for Internet addresses to access websites, then users can access desired content, but it becomes difficult to manage and select among extremely large number of websites
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the vast Internet into organized channels with hierarchical structures (main channels and sub-channels). Websites are categorized into different channels based on content types, making it easier for users to navigate and select desired content without being overwhelmed by the sheer number of websites.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary system (the channel management system) between users and Internet addresses. This intermediary automatically manages and organizes websites into channels, providing users with a simplified interface for accessing content without requiring them to directly manage the complexity of numerous Internet addresses.
2Productivity
If signal processing apparatus connects to multiple Internet addresses to provide updated content, then content freshness is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-organizing Internet addresses into channels and sub-channels before users need to access content. This preliminary organization allows the apparatus to efficiently manage multiple Internet connections and automatically update content within each channel without requiring complex real-time management when content is accessed.
Solution Approach 2:
The channel management system serves multiple functions: it organizes websites, manages multiple Internet connections, schedules content updates, and provides user interfaces for navigation. This multi-functional approach allows the apparatus to handle numerous Internet addresses and update frequencies through a single unified system rather than separate management mechanisms.
3Adaptability or versatility
If users need to search for subscription-type content like RSS feeds, then users can access updated content, but time required to locate and select content increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent adds a new dimension of organization by introducing hierarchical channels and sub-channels as an additional layer between users and content. Instead of users searching through a flat list of websites, content is structured in multiple dimensions (channels, sub-channels, and content items), allowing users to quickly navigate to desired subscription content through organized categories rather than time-consuming searches.
Data Source
AI summary
A signal processing apparatus is provided. The signal processing apparatus includes: a memory unit in which a plurality of channels and Internet addresses corresponding to the channels are stored; a network connecting unit which is connectable to the Internet; and a control unit which controls the network connecting unit to connect to an Internet address corresponding to a channel selected by a user and to receive content provided from the connected Internet address.