Abstract: A method and system for providing two-dimensional convergence correction for a color cathode ray tube (CRT) is disclosed. The CRT displays an input video signal comprising a stream of video scan lines which include red, green and blue color signals that are to be displayed on corresponding scan lines and subpixel locations of a display screen. The method and system include storing a plurality of scan lines from the video signal into a buffer. For a particular red, green and blue color signal, horizontal and vertical distortion of the red and blue subpixels in relation to a position of the green subpixel on the display screen are measured. Then, at least one math function is generated that mathematically represents the distortions. Finally, the math functions are applied to control circuitry to control timing of red and blue subpixels read from the frame buffer so that output of the red and blue subpixels are coincident with output of the green subpixel on the display screen.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and system for reducing flicker within an interlaced image. The method and system comprises identifying an area of the interlaced image where flicker needs to be reduced and adaptively adjusting a pattern of pixels derived from a non-interlaced spatial relationship of the interlaced image within the area based upon characteristics of the image. A flicker filter is provided which utilizes an adaptive technique whereby pixel-blending characteristics are constantly changed within the image depending on particular image attributes. It is unique in that high vertical resolution is maintained for detailed image content such as text and most graphics, while flicker is effectively reduced on image content that is flicker prone. The filter is based on psycho-visual studies and simulations performed by the company as well as numerous prior flicker filter implementations.