Abstract: The two dimensional sample rate conversion capabilities of a video display system are used to produce three-dimensional effects. Linear and non-linear scaling is applied to a video image to convey a sense of depth. The three dimensional effects are used to increase the visual appeal of existing and new feature sets in display systems. A multi-faceted object representation, such as a representation of a cube or a pyramid, can be used to display different video images on each facet of the representation. By appropriately scaling each image on each facet, an impression of depth is achieved. The images on the different facets can be selected to represent different aspects of a common theme, such as datacast information related to a primary source of information. Channel changing on a television can be presented as a rotation of the multifaceted object.

Abstract: A filter structure is provided that facilitates the use of the filter as either a continuous delay Farrow filter or a selectable delay polyphase filter. The less complex polyphase filter is used when the desired scale substantially corresponds to a defined phase of the polyphase filter, or when time or power is not available to achieve the desired scale exactly; otherwise, the continuous delay Farrow filter is used. By providing an ability to switch to a continuous delay, the number of stages of the polyphase filter can be reduced. Additionally, an inversion of a Farrow filter is presented that provides for a continuous delay decimation filter with substantially reduced computational complexity compared to a direct embodiment of a Farrow filter. This inverted filter is also configurable as a polyphase filter, to provide selectable scale-resolution capabilities.