Patents by Inventor Dominique Dion

Dominique Dion 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).

  • DIGITAL DOWNLOADING JUKEBOX SYSTEM WITH USER-TAILORED MUSIC MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATIONS, AND OTHER TOOLS
    Publication number: 20150089546
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a mechanism for delivering custom services to a recognized user, including services for creating playlists, communicating with others, accessing other features, etc. is provided. In some exemplary embodiments, after a user is recognized, the jukebox system allows users to access a special front-end via an Internet-enabled device or on an actual jukebox. Then, the user may, for example, create playlists, share songs with friends, send messages to friends, and access other value-added content. Such a system preferably learns about networks of friends, and enables managers to send similar messages to regular customers and/or others known to the system. In some exemplary embodiments, changes via a first user interface on a first device are reflected on second user interface on other properly-configured devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2014
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Guy NATHAN, Dominique DION
  • System for remote loading of objects or files in order to update software
    Patent number: 8966468
    Abstract: A system for remote loading of objects or files in order to update software includes operating system architecture that calls for different tasks to be broken down into software modules that are connected to one another by dynamic links or are composed of executable subroutines that have main dependence links to other parts of the operating system. Each of the modules is composed of object files or libraries that are represented by dynamic link libraries among themselves according to a number of dependence levels that are described in their respective attributes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy Nathan, Dominique Dion
  • PROCESS FOR ADJUSTING THE SOUND VOLUME OF A DIGITAL SOUND RECORDING
    Publication number: 20150023526
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for adjusting the sound volume of a digital sound recording characterised in that it comprises: a step consisting of determining, in absolute values, for a recording, the maximum amplitude values for sound frequencies audible for the human ear, a step consisting of calculating the possible gain for a specified sound level setting, between the maximum amplitude value determined above and the maximum amplitude value for all frequencies combined, a step consisting of reproducing the recording with a sound card by automatically adjusting the amplification gain level making it possible to obtain a sound level for the recording of a specified value so that it corresponds to the gain calculated for this recording.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2014
    Publication date: January 22, 2015
    Inventors: Guy NATHAN, Dominique DION
  • Digital downloading jukebox system with user-tailored music management, communications, and other tools
    Patent number: 8930504
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a mechanism for delivering custom services to a recognized user, including services for creating playlists, communicating with others, accessing other features, etc. is provided. In some exemplary embodiments, after a user is recognized, the jukebox system allows users to access a special front-end via an Internet-enabled device or on an actual jukebox. Then, the user may, for example, create playlists, share songs with friends, send messages to friends, and access other value-added content. Such a system preferably learns about networks of friends, and enables managers to send similar messages to regular customers and/or others known to the system. In some exemplary embodiments, changes via a first user interface on a first device are reflected on second user interface on other properly-configured devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2015
    Assignee: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy Nathan, Dominique Dion
  • Digital downloading jukebox system with user-tailored music management, communications, and other tools
    Patent number: 8918485
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a mechanism for delivering custom services to a recognized user, including services for creating playlists, communicating with others, accessing other features, etc. is provided. In some exemplary embodiments, after a user is recognized, the jukebox system allows users to access a special front-end via an Internet-enabled device or on an actual jukebox. Then, the user may, for example, create playlists, share songs with friends, send messages to friends, and access other value-added content. Such a system preferably learns about networks of friends, and enables managers to send similar messages to regular customers and/or others known to the system. In some exemplary embodiments, changes via a first user interface on a first device are reflected on second user interface on other properly-configured devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Assignee: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy Nathan, Dominique Dion
  • Process for adjusting the sound volume of a digital sound recording
    Patent number: 8873772
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for adjusting the sound volume of a digital sound recording characterized in that it comprises: a step consisting of determining, in absolute values, for a recording, the maximum amplitude values for sound frequencies audible for the human ear, a step consisting of calculating the possible gain for a specified sound level setting, between the maximum amplitude value determined above and the maximum amplitude value for all frequencies combined, a step consisting of reproducing the recording with a sound card by automatically adjusting the amplification gain level making it possible to obtain a sound level for the recording of a specified value so that it corresponds to the gain calculated for this recording.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2014
    Assignee: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy Nathan, Dominique Dion
  • DIGITAL DOWNLOADING JUKEBOX WITH REVENUE-ENHANCING FEATURES
    Publication number: 20140310085
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments described herein relate to digital downloading jukebox systems of the type that typically include a central server and remote jukebox devices that communicate with the central server for royalty accounting and/or content updates. More particularly, certain exemplary embodiments relate to jukebox systems that have revenue-enhancing features such as for example, music recommendation engines and bartender loyalty programs. Such innovative techniques help to both increase per jukebox revenue as well as keep jukebox patrons engaged with the jukebox.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2014
    Publication date: October 16, 2014
    Inventors: Dominique DION, Mounir KHENFIR, Billy PANAGIOTOPOULOS, Christian POMPIDOR, Francois BEAUMIER, Frederic BARIL, Sebastien HEBERT
  • DIGITAL DOWNLOADING JUKEBOX SYSTEM WITH CENTRAL AND LOCAL MUSIC SERVER
    Publication number: 20140304117
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a central server and a plurality of remote jukebox devices each provided with a local server that preferably mirrors the central server and enables selected songs to be immediately downloaded to the jukebox for reproduction. The local server and jukebox may also provide, through control of the central server, song download services to other jukebox devices, such as residential jukeboxes. The jukebox system may also act as a monitoring/management device for other coin operated equipment present in a location where the jukebox is located, thereby enabling the jukebox device to perform updates on other equipment under control of the central server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2014
    Publication date: October 9, 2014
    Inventors: Guy NATHAN, Tony MASTRONARDI, Dominique DION, Mounir KHENFIR
  • Digital downloading jukebox with revenue-enhancing features
    Patent number: 8849435
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments described herein relate to digital downloading jukebox systems of the type that typically include a central server and remote jukebox devices that communicate with the central server for royalty accounting and/or content updates. More particularly, certain exemplary embodiments relate to jukebox systems that have revenue-enhancing features such as for example, music recommendation engines and bartender loyalty programs. Such innovative techniques help to both increase per jukebox revenue as well as keep jukebox patrons engaged with the jukebox.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Assignee: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Dominique Dion, Mounir Khenfir, Billy Panagiotopoulos, Christian Pompidor, Francois Beaumier, Frederic Baril, Sebastien Hebert
  • SYSTEMS AND/OR METHODS FOR DISTRIBUTING ADVERTISEMENTS FROM A CENTRAL ADVERTISEMENT NETWORK TO A PERIPHERAL DEVICE VIA A LOCAL ADVERTISEMENT SERVER
    Publication number: 20140249915
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments disclosed herein relate to systems and/or methods for distributing advertisements from a central advertisement network to one or more peripheral devices at a location via a local advertisement server. In certain exemplary embodiments, the local advertisement server within a location receives advertisements from the central advertisement network and rebroadcasts them to peripheral devices within that location. Advertising information may be tracked and reported, e.g., for accounting, revenue-sharing, and/or other purposes in certain exemplary embodiments. Thus, in certain exemplary embodiments, the distribution of advertisements is provided to peripherals via a non-web- and non-PC-dependent network. Moreover, in certain exemplary embodiments, reporting and advertising related communications are substantially bi-directional regardless of device type.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2014
    Publication date: September 4, 2014
    Applicant: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Dominique DION, Michael TOOKER, Francois GUY, Mounir KHENFIR
  • DIGITAL DOWNLOADING JUKEBOX SYSTEM WITH USER-TAILORED MUSIC MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATIONS, AND OTHER TOOLS
    Publication number: 20140223492
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a mechanism for delivering custom services to a recognized user, including services for creating playlists, communicating with others, accessing other features, etc. is provided. In some exemplary embodiments, after a user is recognized, the jukebox system allows users to access a special front-end via an Internet-enabled device or on an actual jukebox. Then, the user may, for example, create playlists, share songs with friends, send messages to friends, and access other value-added content. Such a system preferably learns about networks of friends, and enables managers to send similar messages to regular customers and/or others known to the system. In some exemplary embodiments, changes via a first user interface on a first device are reflected on second user interface on other properly-configured devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2014
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Applicant: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy NATHAN, Dominique DION
  • DIGITAL DOWNLOADING JUKEBOX SYSTEM WITH USER-TAILORED MUSIC MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATIONS, AND OTHER TOOLS
    Publication number: 20140208368
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a mechanism for delivering custom services to a recognized user, including services for creating playlists, communicating with others, accessing other features, etc. is provided. In some exemplary embodiments, after a user is recognized, the jukebox system allows users to access a special front-end via an Internet-enabled device or on an actual jukebox. Then, the user may, for example, create playlists, share songs with friends, send messages to friends, and access other value-added content. Such a system preferably learns about networks of friends, and enables managers to send similar messages to regular customers and/or others known to the system. In some exemplary embodiments, changes via a first user interface on a first device are reflected on second user interface on other properly-configured devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2014
    Publication date: July 24, 2014
    Applicant: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy NATHAN, Dominique DION
  • Digital downloading jukebox system with user-tailored music management, communications, and other tools
    Patent number: 8751611
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a mechanism for delivering custom services to a recognized user, including services for creating playlists, communicating with others, accessing other features, etc. is provided. In some exemplary embodiments, after a user is recognized, the jukebox system allows users to access a special front-end via an Internet-enabled device or on an actual jukebox. Then, the user may, for example, create playlists, share songs with friends, send messages to friends, and access other value-added content. Such a system preferably learns about networks of friends, and enables managers to send similar messages to regular customers and/or others known to the system. In some exemplary embodiments, changes via a first user interface on a first device are reflected on second user interface on other properly-configured devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2014
    Assignee: Touchtunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy Nathan, Dominique Dion
  • Systems and/or methods for distributing advertisements from a central advertisement network to a peripheral device via a local advertisement server
    Patent number: 8739206
    Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments disclosed herein relate to systems and/or methods for distributing advertisements from a central advertisement network to one or more peripheral devices at a location via a local advertisement server. In certain exemplary embodiments, the local advertisement server within a location receives advertisements from the central advertisement network and rebroadcasts them to peripheral devices within that location. Advertising information may be tracked and reported, e.g., for accounting, revenue-sharing, and/or other purposes in certain exemplary embodiments. Thus, in certain exemplary embodiments, the distribution of advertisements is provided to peripherals via a non-web- and non-PC-dependent network. Moreover, in certain exemplary embodiments, reporting and advertising related communications are substantially bi-directional regardless of device type.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: Touchtunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Dominique Dion, Michael Tooker, Francois Guy, Mounir Khenfir
  • Method and apparatus for measuring resistivity of formations
    Patent number: 8736271
    Abstract: An apparatus for determining the resistivity of formation surrounding a borehole comprising: an elongate conductive body; a pair of transmitter antennas comprising first and second antennas mounted on the body for inducing a current in the formation; and a pair of receiver antennas comprising first and second antennas mounted on the body for measuring an axial current running in the tool body at the location of the receivers; wherein the pair of transmitter antennas is located to one side of the pair of receiver antennas.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: Schlumberger Technology Corporation
    Inventors: Dominique Dion, Isabelle Dubourg
  • Digital downloading jukebox system with user-tailored music management, communications, and other tools
    Patent number: 8719873
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a mechanism for delivering custom services to a recognized user, including services for creating playlists, communicating with others, accessing other features, etc. is provided. In some exemplary embodiments, after a user is recognized, the jukebox system allows users to access a special front-end via an Internet-enabled device or on an actual jukebox. Then, the user may, for example, create playlists, share songs with friends, send messages to friends, and access other value-added content. Such a system preferably learns about networks of friends, and enables managers to send similar messages to regular customers and/or others known to the system. In some exemplary embodiments, changes via a first user interface on a first device are reflected on second user interface on other properly-configured devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Assignee: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy Nathan, Dominique Dion
  • DIGITAL DOWNLOADING JUKEBOX SYSTEM WITH USER-TAILORED MUSIC MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATIONS, AND OTHER TOOLS
    Publication number: 20140108106
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a mechanism for delivering custom services to a recognized user, including services for creating playlists, communicating with others, accessing other features, etc. is provided. In some exemplary embodiments, after a user is recognized, the jukebox system allows users to access a special front-end via an Internet-enabled device or on an actual jukebox. Then, the user may, for example, create playlists, share songs with friends, send messages to friends, and access other value-added content. Such a system preferably learns about networks of friends, and enables managers to send similar messages to regular customers and/or others known to the system. In some exemplary embodiments, changes via a first user interface on a first device are reflected on second user interface on other properly-configured devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy NATHAN, Dominique DION
  • DIGITAL DOWNLOADING JUKEBOX SYSTEM WITH USER-TAILORED MUSIC MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATIONS, AND OTHER TOOLS
    Publication number: 20140040080
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a mechanism for delivering custom services to a recognized user, including services for creating playlists, communicating with others, accessing other features, etc. is provided. In some exemplary embodiments, after a user is recognized, the jukebox system allows users to access a special front-end via the Internet or on an actual jukebox. Then, the user may, for example, create playlists, share songs with friends, send messages to friends, and access other value-added content. Other exemplary embodiments allow users to become certified, charging them for services without requiring constant inputting of coinage or credit card information. Such a system preferably learns about networks of friends, and enables managers to send similar messages to regular customers and/or others known to the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2013
    Publication date: February 6, 2014
    Applicant: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy NATHAN, Dominique DION
  • SYSTEM FOR REMOTE LOADING OF OBJECTS OR FILES IN ORDER TO UPDATE SOFTWARE
    Publication number: 20130305235
    Abstract: A system for remote loading of objects or files in order to update software includes operating system architecture that calls for different tasks to be broken down into software modules that are connected to one another by dynamic links or are composed of executable subroutines that have main dependence links to other parts of the operating system. Each of the modules is composed of object files or libraries that are represented by dynamic link libraries among themselves according to a number of dependence levels that are described in their respective attributes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2013
    Publication date: November 14, 2013
    Inventors: Guy NATHAN, Dominique DION
  • Digital downloading jukebox system with user-tailored music management, communications, and other tools
    Patent number: 8584175
    Abstract: A digital downloading jukebox system including a mechanism for delivering custom services to a recognized user, including services for creating playlists, communicating with others, accessing other features, etc. is provided. In some exemplary embodiments, after a user is recognized, the jukebox system allows users to access a special front-end via the Internet or on an actual jukebox. Then, the user may, for example, create playlists, share songs with friends, send messages to friends, and access other value-added content. Other exemplary embodiments allow users to become certified, charging them for services without requiring constant inputting of coinage or credit card information. Such a system preferably learns about networks of friends, and enables managers to send similar messages to regular customers and/or others known to the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2013
    Assignee: TouchTunes Music Corporation
    Inventors: Guy Nathan, Dominique Dion