Patents by Inventor Brent E. Perry

Brent E. Perry has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20120054799
    Abstract: An inter pap active television program guide system is provided in which a user may direct the program guide to display a browsing display screen. The browsing display screen includes a list of current programs including a movable highlight region, a video window containing a television program to which the system is currently tuned, and a detailed description of the highlighted program listing. The user may position the highlight region using remote control cursor keys. The user may then synchronize the content of the video window with the highlighted program listing by pressing a select key or a channel up or down key. If the user changes channels repeatedly using the channel up and down keys, the contents of the video window and the highlighted program listings remain in synchronization.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2011
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Applicant: UNITED VIDEO PROPERTIES, INC.
    Inventors: Kevin D. Satterfield, Thomas R. Lemmons, Jennifer E. Nelson, Connie T. Marshall, Brent E. Perry
  • Patent number: 7979878
    Abstract: An inter pap active television program guide system is provided in which a user may direct the program guide to display a browsing display screen. The browsing display screen includes a list of current programs including a movable highlight region, a video window containing a television program to which the system is currently tuned, and a detailed description of the highlighted program listing. The user may position the highlight region using remote control cursor keys. The user may then synchronize the content of the video window with the highlighted program listing by pressing a select key or a channel up or down key. If the user changes channels repeatedly using the channel up and down keys, the contents of the video window and the highlighted program listings remain in synchronization.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2011
    Assignee: United Video Properties, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin D. Satterfield, Thomas R. Lemmons, Jennifer E. Nelson, Connie T. Marshall, Brent E. Perry
  • Publication number: 20100005490
    Abstract: An inter pap active television program guide system is provided in which a user may direct the program guide to display a browsing display screen. The browsing display screen includes a list of current programs including a movable highlight region, a video window containing a television program to which the system is currently tuned, and a detailed description of the highlighted program listing. The user may position the highlight region using remote control cursor keys. The user may then synchronize the content of the video window with the highlighted program listing by pressing a select key or a channel up or down key. If the user changes channels repeatedly using the channel up and down keys, the contents of the video window and the highlighted program listings remain in synchronization.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2009
    Publication date: January 7, 2010
    Inventors: Kevin D. Satterfield, Thomas R. Lemmons, Jennifer E. Nelson, Connie T. Marshall, Brent E. Perry
  • Patent number: 7487528
    Abstract: An inter pap active television program guide system is provided in which a user may direct the program guide to display a browsing display screen. The browsing display screen includes a list of current programs including a movable highlight region, a video window containing a television program to which the system is currently tuned, and a detailed description of the highlighted program listing. The user may position the highlight region using remote control cursor keys. The user may then synchronize the content of the video window with the highlighted program listing by pressing a select key or a channel up or down key. If the user changes channels repeatedly using the channel up and down keys, the contents of the video window and the highlighted program listings remain in synchronization.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2009
    Assignee: United Video Properties, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin D Satterfield, Thomas R Lemmons, Jennifer E Nelson, Connie T Marshall, Brent E Perry
  • Publication number: 20080153579
    Abstract: Systems and processes for interactive off-track wagering are provided. A user reviews racing information and places bets using an off-track terminal. The user interactively selects a desired racetrack and race. Odds, pools, and payoff amounts may be viewed for a variety of complex wager types. To place a wager, the user selects a wager type, wager amount, and the desired runners. Account information can be reviewed. If desired, the user can transfer funds from a bank account to an account used for wagering. Racing videos can be viewed while the user reviews odds and places bets. Video clips of past races can be ordered. Related advertisements can be presented using text or video clips. Merchandise may be ordered interactively. Information regarding system usage may be gathered.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2007
    Publication date: June 26, 2008
    Inventors: Mark A. Brenner, Everett L. Devore, Ronald E. Dewell, Andrew T. Lucas, Richard E. McNutt, Mitch L. Neilson, Brent E. Perry, W. Scott Reneau, Kannan Srikanth, Jon C. Zaring
  • Publication number: 20030177494
    Abstract: An inter pap active television program guide system is provided in which a user may direct the program guide to display a browsing display screen. The browsing display screen includes a list of current programs including a movable highlight region, a video window containing a television program to which the system is currently tuned, and a detailed description of the highlighted program listing. The user may position the highlight region using remote control cursor keys. The user may then synchronize the content of the video window with the highlighted program listing by pressing a select key or a channel up or down key. If the user changes channels repeatedly using the channel up and down keys, the contents of the video window and the highlighted program listings remain in synchronization.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2003
    Publication date: September 18, 2003
    Applicant: United Video Properties, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin D. Satterfield, Thomas R. Lemmons, Jennifer E. Nelson, Connie T. Marshall, Brent E. Perry
  • Publication number: 20030144057
    Abstract: Systems and processes for interactive off-track wagering are provided. A user reviews racing information and places bets using an off-track terminal. The user interactively selects a desired racetrack and race. Odds, pools, and payoff amounts may be viewed for a variety of complex wager types. To place a wager, the user selects a wager type, wager amount, and the desired runners. Account information can be reviewed. If desired, the user can transfer funds from a bank account to an account used for wagering. Racing videos can be viewed while the user reviews odds and places bets. Video clips of past races can be ordered. Related advertisements can be presented using text or video clips. Merchandise may be ordered interactively. Information regarding system usage may be gathered.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2003
    Publication date: July 31, 2003
    Inventors: Mark A. Brenner, Everett L. Devore, Ronald E. Dewell, Andrew T. Lucas, Richard E. McNutt, Mitch L. Neilsen, Brent E. Perry, W. Scott Reneau, Kannan Srikanth, Jon C. Zaring
  • Patent number: 6564378
    Abstract: An interactive television program guide system is provided in which a user may direct the program guide to display a browsing display screen. The browsing display screen includes a list of current programs including a movable highlight region, a video window containing a television program to which the system is currently tuned, and a detailed description of the highlighted program listing. The user may position the highlight region using remote control cursor keys. The user may then synchronize the content of the video window with the highlighted program listing by pressing a select key or a channel up or down key. If the user changes channels repeatedly using the channel up and down keys, the contents of the video window and the highlighted program listings remain in synchronization.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2003
    Assignee: United Video Properties, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin D. Satterfield, Thomas R. Lemmons, Jennifer E. Nelson, Connie T. Marshall, Brent E. Perry
  • Patent number: 6554708
    Abstract: Systems and processes for interactive off-track wagering are provided. A user reviews racing information and places bets using an off-track terminal. The user interactively selects a desired racetrack and race. Odds, pools, and payoff amounts may be viewed for a variety of complex wager types. To place a wager, the user selects a wager type, wager amount, and the desired runners. Account information can be reviewed. If desired, the user can transfer funds from a bank account to an account used for wagering. Racing videos can be viewed while the user reviews odds and places bets. Video clips of past races can be ordered. Related advertisements can be presented using text or video clips. Merchandise may be ordered interactively. Information regarding system usage may be gathered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2003
    Assignee: ODS Properties, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark A. Brenner, Everett L. Devore, Ronald E. Dewell, Andrew T. Lucas, Richard E. McNutt, Mitch L. Neilsen, Brent E. Perry, W. Scott Reneau, Kannan Srikanth, Jon C. Zaring
  • Patent number: 6554709
    Abstract: Systems and processes for interactive off-track wagering are provided. A user reviews racing information and places bets using an off-track terminal. The user interactively selects a desired racetrack and race. Odds, pools, and payoff amounts may be viewed for a variety of complex wager types. To place a wager, the user selects a wager type, wager amount, and the desired runners. Account information can be reviewed. If desired, the user can transfer funds from a bank account to an account used for wagering. Racing videos can be viewed while the user reviews odds and places bets. Video clips of past races can be ordered. Related advertisements can be presented using text or video clips. Merchandise may be ordered interactively. Information regarding system usage may be gathered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2003
    Assignee: ODS Properties, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark A. Brenner, Everett L. Devore, Ronald E. Dewell, Andrew T. Lucas, Richard E. McNutt, Mitch L. Neilsen, Brent E. Perry, W. Scott Reneau, Kannan Srikanth, Jon C. Zaring
  • Patent number: 6099409
    Abstract: Systems and processes for interactive off-track wagering are provided. A user reviews racing information and places bets using an off-track terminal. The user interactively selects a desired racetrack and race. Odds, pools, and payoff amounts may be viewed for a variety of complex wager types. To place a wager, the user selects a wager type, wager amount, and the desired runners. Account information can be reviewed. If desired, the user can transfer funds from a bank account to an account used for wagering. Racing videos can be viewed while the user reviews odds and places bets. Video clips of past races can be ordered. Related advertisements can be presented using text or video clips. Merchandise may be ordered interactively. Information regarding system usage may be gathered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2000
    Assignee: ODS Technologies, L.P.
    Inventors: Mark A. Brenner, Everett L. Devore, Ronald E. Dewell, Andrew T. Lucas, Richard E. McNutt, Mitch L. Neilsen, Brent E. Perry, W. Scott Reneau, Kannan Srikanth, Jon C. Zaring
  • Patent number: 6089981
    Abstract: Systems and processes for interactive off-track wagering are provided. A user reviews racing information and places bets using an off-track terminal. The user interactively selects a desired racetrack and race. Odds, pools, and payoff amounts may be viewed for a variety of complex wager types. To place a wager, the user selects a wager type, wager amount, and the desired runners. Account information can be reviewed. If desired, the user can transfer funds from a bank account to an account used for wagering. Racing videos can be viewed while the user reviews odds and places bets. Video clips of past races can be ordered. Related advertisements can be presented using text or video clips. Merchandise may be ordered interactively. Information regarding system usage may be gathered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2000
    Assignee: ODS Technologies, L.P.
    Inventors: Mark A. Brenner, Everett L. Devore, Ronald E. Dewell, Andrew T. Lucas, Richard E. McNutt, Mitch L. Neilsen, Brent E. Perry, W. Scott Reneau, Kannan Srikanth, Jon C. Zaring
  • Patent number: 6004211
    Abstract: Systems and processes for interactive off-track wagering are provided. A user reviews racing information and places bets using an off-track terminal. The user interactively selects a desired racetrack and race. Odds, pools, and payoff amounts may be viewed for a variety of complex wager types. To place a wager, the user selects a wager type, wager amount, and the desired runners. Account information can be reviewed. If desired, the user can transfer funds from a bank account to in account used for wagering. Racing videos can be viewed while the user reviews odds and places bets. Video clips of past races can be ordered. Related advertisements can be presented using text or video clips. Merchandise may be ordered interactively. Information regarding system usage may be gathered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 21, 1999
    Assignee: O.D.S. Technologies, L.P.
    Inventors: Mark A. Brenner, Everett L. Devore, Ronald E. Dewell, Andrew T. Lucas, Richard E. McNutt, Mitch L. Neilsen, Brent E. Perry, W. Scott Reneau, Kannan Srikanth, Jon C. Zaring
  • Patent number: 5830068
    Abstract: Systems and processes for interactive off-track wagering are provided. A user reviews racing information and places bets using an off-track terminal. The user interactively selects a desired racetrack and race. Odds, pools, and payoff amounts may be viewed for a variety of complex wager types. To place a wager, the user selects a wager type, wager amount, and the desired runners. Account information can be reviewed. If desired, the user can transfer funds from a bank account to an account used for wagering. Racing videos can be viewed while the user reviews odds and places bets. Video clips of past races can be ordered. Related advertisements can be presented using text or video clips. Merchandise may be ordered interactively. Information regarding system usage may be gathered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 3, 1998
    Assignee: ODS Technologies, L.P.
    Inventors: Mark A. Brenner, Everett L. Devore, Ronald E. Dewell, Andrew T. Lucas, Richard E. McNutt, Mitch L. Neilsen, Brent E. Perry, W. Scott Reneau, Kannan Srikanth, Jon C. Zaring