公开(公告)号：US08947487B2

公开(公告)日：2015-02-03

申请号：US11123765

申请日：2005-05-06

Applicant: Jeffrey Rodman ,  David Drell ,  Rick A. Vander Kam

Inventor： Jeffrey Rodman ,  David Drell ,  Rick A. Vander Kam

IPC: H04N7/14 ,  H04W88/02

CPC classification number: H04N7/148 ,  H04W88/02

Abstract: A High Speed Serial Bus connecting teleconference devices, such as video conference unit, speakerphone, external loudspeakers or microphones is disclosed. The disclosed embodiments enable the distributing and sharing of controls among the linked devices. They enable incremental upgrades or capacity increases of the teleconference system.

Abstract translation: 公开了连接诸如视频会议单元，免提电话，外部扬声器或麦克风的电话会议设备的高速串行总线。 所公开的实施例使得能够在链接的设备之间分配和共享控制。 它们允许电话会议系统的增量升级或容量增加。

公开(公告)号：US08885015B2

公开(公告)日：2014-11-11

申请号：US13449756

申请日：2012-04-18

Applicant: Erez Harel ,  Anat Bzoza

Inventor： Erez Harel ,  Anat Bzoza

IPC: H04N7/14 ,  H04N7/15 ,  H04N19/86 ,  H04N19/436 ,  H04N19/51 ,  H04N19/40 ,  H04N19/48

CPC classification number: H04N7/152 ,  H04N19/115 ,  H04N19/179 ,  H04N19/40 ,  H04N19/436 ,  H04N19/48 ,  H04N19/513 ,  H04N19/86

Abstract: The present application discloses a method and apparatus for a multipoint video conferencing system that can offer a wide variety of layouts and the ability to support a large number of conferees. A received stream of NALs from a plurality of endpoints can be processed by an exemplary NAL Processor Module (NPM) and be arranged into a stream of NALs that are referred to in this disclosure as organized NALs (ONALs). Two or more streams of compressed video organized into ONALs can be received by an exemplary NAL Editor Module (NEM), wherein each stream was created from a video image that was generated at an endpoint participating in the conference. An exemplary NEM can comprise a compressed composed frame memory (CCFM) module. Each CCFM can be divided into segments according to the layout of the continuous presence (CP) image that is to be displayed by one or more receiving endpoints.

Abstract translation: 本申请公开了一种用于多点视频会议系统的方法和装置，其可以提供各种布局和支持大量与会者的能力。 来自多个端点的接收的NAL流可以由示例性NAL处理器模块（NPM）处理，并且被布置成在本公开中被称为有组织的NAL（ONAL）的NAL流。 通过示例性NAL编辑器模块（NEM）可以接收组织成ONAL的两个或多个压缩视频流，其中每个流是从在参与会议的端点处生成的视频图像创建的。 示例性NEM可以包括压缩组合帧存储器（CCFM）模块。 每个CCFM可以根据要由一个或多个接收端点显示的连续存在（CP）图像的布局被划分成段。

公开(公告)号：US08831932B2

公开(公告)日：2014-09-09

申请号：US13294471

申请日：2011-11-11

Applicant: Jinwei Feng ,  Peter L. Chu ,  Stephen Botzko

Inventor： Jinwei Feng ,  Peter L. Chu ,  Stephen Botzko

IPC: G10L11/04

CPC classification number: G10L19/002 ,  G10L19/0212 ,  G10L19/24 ,  G10L25/18 ,  H04M3/568 ,  H04M7/0072

Abstract: Use of a scalable audio codec to implement distributed mixing and/or sender bit rate regulation in a multipoint conference is disclosed. The scalable audio codec allows the audio signal from each endpoint to be split into one or more frequency bands and for the transform coefficients within such bands to be prioritized such that usable audio may be decoded from a subset of the entire signal. The subset may be created by omitting certain frequency bands and/or by omitting certain coefficients within the frequency bands. By providing various rules for each endpoint in a conference, the endpoint can determine the importance of its signal to the conference and can select an appropriate bit rate, thereby conserving bandwidth and/or processing power throughout the conference.

Abstract translation: 公开了使用可扩展音频编解码器来实现多点会议中的分布式混合和/或发送器比特率调节。 可扩展音频编解码器允许来自每个端点的音频信号被分成一个或多个频带，并且为了使这些频带内的变换系数被优先化，使得可以从整个信号的子集中解码可用的音频。 可以通过省略某些频带和/或通过省略频带内的某些系数来创建该子集。 通过为会议中的每个端点提供各种规则，端点可以确定其信号到会议的重要性，并且可以选择适当的比特率，从而节省整个会议的带宽和/或处理能力。

公开(公告)号：US20140229219A1

公开(公告)日：2014-08-14

申请号：US14258619

申请日：2014-04-22

Applicant: Polycom, Inc.

Inventor： Everett Hiller ,  Erin Ammon

IPC: G06Q10/10

CPC classification number: G06Q10/1095 ,  G06Q10/06 ,  H04L12/1818 ,  H04L12/1827 ,  H04N7/14

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed to automatically rescheduling and optionally transferring audio/video conferences when a conference runs longer than its previously allocated time. The disclosed relocation process incorporates one or more of a plurality of input sources such as electronic calendars, face/voice recognition systems, proximity systems, enterprise maps, and/or resource databases to assist in schedule adjustments. For example, if it is determined a meeting is running long then an organizer of a second impacted meeting can be notified of the over-run and prompted for information. If the second meeting organizer is amenable to delay or reschedule, options are presented to the second meeting organizer Once a plan change is determined, changes in schedule or location are automatically propagated to resources and attendees scheduled for the second meeting. Also, when a conference must relocate, actions associated with relocating resources are automated and confidentiality concerns can be taken into account.

Abstract translation: 公开了系统和方法，以便在会议运行比其先前分配的时间长的情况下自动重新安排并可选地传送音频/视频会议。 所公开的重定位过程包括多个输入源中的一个或多个，例如电子日历，面部/语音识别系统，邻近系统，企业地图和/或资源数据库，以协助进度调整。 例如，如果确定会议正在运行很长时间，则可以向第二受影响会议的组织者通知过度运行并提示信息。 如果第二次会议组织者愿意延迟或重新安排，选项将提交给第二次会议组织者一旦确定了计划更改，计划或位置的更改将自动传播到计划在第二次会议上的资源和参加者。 此外，当一个会议必须重新定位时，与重新定位资源相关的动作是自动的，并且可以考虑保密性问题。

公开(公告)号：US08797376B2

公开(公告)日：2014-08-05

申请号：US13117513

申请日：2011-05-27

Applicant: Youssef Saleh ,  Gopal Paripally ,  Mark Duckworth

Inventor： Youssef Saleh ,  Gopal Paripally ,  Mark Duckworth

IPC: H04N7/14

CPC classification number: H04N7/15

Abstract: A videoconferencing system for enhanced telepresence employs a single wide aspect ratio high resolution camera for capturing video images of near end conference participants. Captured video image can be divided into adjacent portions, where video images corresponding to each portion is separately encoded and sent to a far end videoconferencing system to be displayed on adjacently placed display devices. Misalignment in displayed images at the far end can be mitigated by selecting portions that are non-overlapping and horizontally aligned. Number and size of the portions can be determined based on configuration information of the far end videoconferencing system.

Abstract translation: 用于增强远程呈现的视频会议系统采用单宽宽比高分辨率摄像机，用于捕获近端会议参与者的视频图像。 被捕获的视频图像可以被分成相邻部分，其中对应于每个部分的视频图像被分开编码并发送到远端视频会议系统以在相邻的显示设备上显示。 通过选择不重叠和水平对准的部分可以减轻远端显示图像中的未对准。 可以基于远端视频会议系统的配置信息来确定部分的数量和大小。

公开(公告)号：US20140118473A1

公开(公告)日：2014-05-01

申请号：US14054411

申请日：2013-10-15

Applicant: Polycom, Inc.

Inventor： Avishay Halavy ,  Amir Yassur

IPC: H04N7/15

CPC classification number: H04N7/152 ,  H04L65/403 ,  H04L65/605 ,  H04L65/607 ,  H04L65/80

Abstract: A novel technique allows synchronizing a plurality of audio and video streams received at a receiving media relay endpoint via an intermediate node, such as a media relay multipoint control unit. The received streams were generated by a plurality of transmitting media relay endpoints and been relayed to the plurality of receiving media relay endpoints via the intermediate node, but are seen as being using a single time domain, in terms of wall clock and manipulated timestamps, while preserving the correct capture time.

Abstract translation: 一种新颖的技术允许经由诸如媒体中继多点控制单元的中间节点同步在接收媒体中继端点处接收的多个音频和视频流。 所接收的流由多个传输媒体中继端点生成，并且经由中间节点被中继到多个接收媒体中继端点，但是根据挂钟和被操纵的时间戳被看作是使用单个时域，而 保持正确的捕获时间。

公开(公告)号：US08619953B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-31

申请号：US12986088

申请日：2011-01-06

Applicant: Paul G. Nietfeld ,  Krishna Sai ,  Edward W. Brakus, Jr. ,  Edward Gonen ,  Shai Toren ,  Boris Rakhlin

Inventor： Paul G. Nietfeld ,  Krishna Sai ,  Edward W. Brakus, Jr. ,  Edward Gonen ,  Shai Toren ,  Boris Rakhlin

IPC: H04M11/00

CPC classification number: H04N7/15 ,  H04N7/148

Abstract: A home videoconferencing system interfaces with traditional set-top boxes and typical home A/V equipment. The system includes a camera, a microphone, and a codec module. The module can couple to a modem connected to a television network and can couple to a display and a set-top box. Alternatively, the module can connect to a network for exchanging videoconference data and can connect between the set-top box and the display. The set-top box can connect to the television network on its own.

Abstract translation: 家庭视频会议系统与传统的机顶盒和典型的家庭A / V设备相连接。 该系统包括相机，麦克风和编解码器模块。 该模块可以耦合到连接到电视网络的调制解调器，并且可以耦合到显示器和机顶盒。 或者，模块可以连接到用于交换视频会议数据的网络，并且可以在机顶盒和显示器之间连接。 机顶盒可以自己连接到电视网络。

公开(公告)号：US08593502B2

公开(公告)日：2013-11-26

申请号：US13008280

申请日：2011-01-18

Applicant: Youssef Saleh ,  Mark Duckworth ,  Gopal Paripally ,  Everett Hiller ,  Britt Nelson ,  Wallace Henry

Inventor： Youssef Saleh ,  Mark Duckworth ,  Gopal Paripally ,  Everett Hiller ,  Britt Nelson ,  Wallace Henry

IPC: H04N7/15

CPC classification number: H04N7/15 ,  G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/04845 ,  G06F3/04883 ,  G06F3/04886 ,  H04L65/403 ,  H04L65/4092 ,  H04L65/602 ,  H04N1/00392 ,  H04N1/00411 ,  H04N1/0044 ,  H04N1/00472 ,  H04N1/00474 ,  H04N1/00496 ,  H04N1/32117 ,  H04N2201/3245 ,  H04N2201/3266 ,  H04N2201/3273 ,  H04N2201/3278

Abstract: A videoconferencing system includes a touch screen display device and a videoconferencing unit. The display device displays video data for the videoconference and generates touch data based on user selections relative to the touch screen. The videoconferencing unit is operatively coupled to the touch screen device by a video connection and a data interface connection, for example. The unit establishes and conducts a videoconference with one or more endpoints via a network. The unit sends video data to the display device and receives touch data from the device. The received touch data is used to control operation of the videoconferencing system. The received touch data can be used to initiate a videoconference call, change an operating parameter, change orientation of a camera, initiate a picture-in-picture display, access a menu, access memory, change a source of video data, initiate a whiteboard display, and access a screen of a connected device.

Abstract translation: 视频会议系统包括触摸屏显示设备和视频会议单元。 显示装置显示用于视频会议的视频数据，并且基于相对于触摸屏的用户选择产生触摸数据。 例如，视频会议单元通过视频连接和数据接口连接可操作地耦合到触摸屏设备。 该单位通过网络建立并与一个或多个端点进行视频会议。 该单元将视频数据发送到显示设备并从设备接收触摸数据。 接收的触摸数据用于控制视频会议系统的操作。 所接收的触摸数据可用于启动视频会议呼叫，改变操作参数，改变相机的方向，启动画中画显示，访问菜单，访问存储器，改变视频数据源，启动白板 显示和访问已连接设备的屏幕。

公开(公告)号：US20130235147A1

公开(公告)日：2013-09-12

申请号：US13868733

申请日：2013-04-23

Applicant: POLYCOM, INC.

Inventor： Noam Eshkoli ,  Oded Gants

IPC: H04N7/15

CPC classification number: H04N7/152 ,  H04L12/1822 ,  H04M3/563 ,  H04M3/565 ,  H04M3/567 ,  H04M2201/50 ,  H04N21/2343

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and systems for providing continuous presence video stream in a cascading video conference, i.e., a video conference that is conducted over more than one MCU. A cascading continuous presence composition controller (CCCC) selects which endpoints from among all of the endpoints participating in the conference should be displayed in the layout, regardless of which endpoints are associated with which MCU. The CCCC can be resident on one of the MCUs, resident on a cascading conference server, or can be distributed among all of the MCUs involved in a cascading conference.

Abstract translation: 这里公开了用于在级联视频会议中提供连续存在视频流的方法和系统，即在多于一个MCU上进行的视频会议。 级联连续存在组合控制器（CCCC）选择参与会议的所有端点中的哪些端点应显示在布局中，而不管哪个端点与哪个MCU相关联。 CCCC可以驻留在级联会议服务器上的一个MCU上，也可以分布在级联会议中涉及的所有MCU中。

公开(公告)号：US08508570B2

公开(公告)日：2013-08-13

申请号：US12190406

申请日：2008-08-12

Applicant: Tanvir Rahman ,  Krishna Sai

Inventor： Tanvir Rahman ,  Krishna Sai

IPC: H04N7/14

CPC classification number: H04N7/15 ,  H04M3/4931 ,  H04M2203/551 ,  H04N7/147

Abstract: A method for efficiently accessing pertinent information retrieved from a videoconferencing system call log. System call logs typically contain a chronological list of raw information pertaining to inbound and outbound videoconferencing calls. The method for efficiently accessing this chronological information is performed using input from the user at an endpoint to correlate and sort for display the information required at the current time. Videoconferencing systems typically are shared use or community type devices and the method of this disclosure allows for more user friendly access to pertinent information. Auto population of a speed dial list or associating a smart tag with the retrieved information is another possible feature to aid the end user. This method will allow a business to more efficiently use a limited number of videoconferencing systems amongst diverse groups of users with diverse calling needs.

Abstract translation: 一种用于有效地访问从视频会议系统呼叫记录检索的相关信息的方法。 系统通话记录通常包含与入站和出站视频会议呼叫有关的原始信息的时间顺序列表。 使用来自用户在端点处的输入来执行用于有效地访问该时间顺序信息的方法，以对显示当前时间所需的信息进行关联和排序。 视频会议系统通常是共享使用或社区类型的设备，并且本公开的方法允许对相关信息的更多的用户友好的访问。 快速拨号列表的自动人口或将智能标签与检索到的信息相关联的另一个可能的功能是帮助最终用户。 这种方法将允许企业在具有不同呼叫需求的不同用户组中更有效地使用有限数量的视频会议系统。