Patents by Inventor Raymond S. Horton
Raymond S. Horton 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).
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Patent number: 10848789Abstract: A gateway device and system and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, multiple wireless transceivers are located within a housing, which also interconnectively includes a processor and memory. To improve convenience, the gateway device may establish a pairing with a proximate wireless-enabled interactive programmable device having a display. Virtual remote control functionality for various amenities may then be provided. To improve safety, the gateway device may be incorporated into a geolocation and safety network.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2019Date of Patent: November 24, 2020Assignee: Enseo, Inc.Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Thomas R. Miller, Vanessa Ogle
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Patent number: 10827311Abstract: A geolocationing system and method for providing awareness in a multi-space environment, such as a hospitality environment or educational environment, are presented. In one embodiment of the geolocationing system, a vertical and horizontal array of gateway devices is provided. Each gateway device includes a gateway device identification providing an accurately-known fixed location within the multi-space environment. Each gateway device includes a wireless transceiver that receives a beacon signal from a proximate wireless-enabled personal locator device. The gateway devices, in turn, send gateway signals to a server, which determines estimated location of the wireless-enabled personal locator device with time of arrival modeling.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2019Date of Patent: November 3, 2020Assignee: Enseo, Inc.Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Thomas R. Miller, Vanessa Ogle
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Publication number: 20200336924Abstract: A self-calibrating RF network and system and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, the self-calibrating RF network includes multiple hospitality properties, wherein RF network includes a property server located in communication with a terminal device providing data services through distribution elements to end point devices, such as set-top boxes. Each of the property servers collects RF performance data relative to the terminal device, the distribution elements, and the end point devices. The RF performance data is analyzed by a remote central server that provides RF adjustment data, which is indicative of power and equalization adjustments to the terminal device, power and equalization adjustments to the plurality of distribution elements, and power and ranging adjustments to the plurality of end point devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2020Publication date: October 22, 2020Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Vanessa Ogle
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Publication number: 20200296460Abstract: A set-top box for changing channels and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, the set-top box includes a network interface controller that is configured to receive a source internet protocol television signal, which includes two channels, from an external source and at least partially prepare the source internet protocol signal in order to forward the tuned signal to a television. The set-top box saves in a buffer the at least partially prepared second channel beginning at a recent periodic, sequential signal access point. In response to receiving a channel change instruction when the set-top box is forwarding the at least partially prepared first channel signal, the set-top box causes the television tuner to forward the at least partially prepared signal based on the second channel stored in the buffer beginning at the recent periodic, sequential signal access point.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2020Publication date: September 17, 2020Inventors: Raymond S. Horton, William C. Fang
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Publication number: 20200221158Abstract: A sever for providing television and system and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, the server includes a network interface controller that is configured to receive a source internet protocol television signal, which includes two channels, from an external source and at least partially prepare the source internet protocol signal in order to forward the signal to a television. The server saves in a buffer the at least partially prepared second channel beginning at a recent periodic, sequential signal access point. In response to receiving a channel request instruction from a requesting television when the server is forwarding the at least partially prepared first channel signal, the server forwards the at least partially prepared signal based on the second channel stored in the buffer beginning at the recent periodic, sequential signal access point.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2020Publication date: July 9, 2020Inventors: Raymond S. Horton, William C. Fang
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Publication number: 20200213158Abstract: A gateway device and system and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, multiple wireless transceivers are located within a housing, which also interconnectively includes a processor, memory, and a camera. To improve convenience, the gateway device may establish a pairing with a proximate wireless-enabled interactive programmable device having a display. Virtual remote control functionality for various amenities may then be provided. To improve safety, the gateway device may be incorporated into a geolocation and safety network and, under certain conditions, the gateway device may provide a video feed.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2019Publication date: July 2, 2020Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Vanessa Ogle
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Patent number: 10701569Abstract: A self-calibrating RF network and system and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, the self-calibrating RF network includes multiple hospitality properties, wherein RF network includes a property server located in communication with a terminal device providing data services through distribution elements to end point devices, such as set-top boxes. Each of the property servers collects RF performance data relative to the terminal device, the distribution elements, and the end point devices. The RF performance data is analyzed by a remote central server that provides RF adjustment data, which is indicative of power and equalization adjustments to the terminal device, power and equalization adjustments to the plurality of distribution elements, and power and ranging adjustments to the plurality of end point devices.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2017Date of Patent: June 30, 2020Assignee: Enseo, Inc.Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Vanessa Ogle
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Publication number: 20200137453Abstract: A geolocationing system and method for providing awareness in a multi-space environment, such as a hospitality environment or educational environment, are presented. In one embodiment of the geolocationing system, a vertical and horizontal array of gateway devices is provided. Each gateway device includes a gateway device identification providing an accurately-known fixed location within the multi-space environment. Each gateway device includes a wireless transceiver that receives a beacon signal from a proximate wireless-enabled personal locator device. The gateway devices, in turn, send gateway signals to a server, which determines estimated location of the wireless-enabled personal locator device with time of arrival modeling.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2019Publication date: April 30, 2020Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Thomas R. Miller, Vanessa Ogle
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Publication number: 20200132801Abstract: A geolocationing system and method for providing awareness in a multi-space environment, such as a hospitality environment or educational environment, are presented. In one embodiment of the geolocationing system, a vertical and horizontal array of gateway devices is provided. Each gateway device includes a gateway device identification providing an accurately-known fixed location within the multi-space environment. Each gateway device includes a wireless transceiver that receives a beacon signal from a proximate wireless-enabled personal locator device. The gateway devices, in turn, send gateway signals to a server, which determines estimated location of the wireless-enabled personal location device with angle of arrival modeling.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2019Publication date: April 30, 2020Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Thomas R. Miller, Vanessa Ogle
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Patent number: 10595074Abstract: A sever for providing television and system and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, the server includes a network interface controller that is configured to receive a source internet protocol television signal, which includes two channels, from an external source and at least partially prepare the source internet protocol signal in order to forward the signal to a television. The server saves in a buffer the at least partially prepared second channel beginning at a recent periodic, sequential signal access point. In response to receiving a channel request instruction from a requesting television when the server is forwarding the at least partially prepared first channel signal, the server forwards the at least partially prepared signal based on the second channel stored in the buffer beginning at the recent periodic, sequential signal access point.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2017Date of Patent: March 17, 2020Assignee: Enseo, Inc.Inventors: Raymond S. Horton, William C. Fang
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Publication number: 20200037004Abstract: A gateway device and system and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, multiple wireless transceivers are located within a housing, which also interconnectively includes a processor and memory. To improve convenience, the gateway device may establish a pairing with a proximate wireless-enabled interactive programmable device having a display. Virtual remote control functionality for various amenities may then be provided. To improve safety, the gateway device may be incorporated into a geolocation and safety network.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2019Publication date: January 30, 2020Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Thomas R. Miller, Vanessa Ogle
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Patent number: 10547904Abstract: A set-top box for changing channels and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, the set-top box includes a network interface controller that is configured to receive a source internet protocol television signal, which includes two channels, from an external source and at least partially prepare the source internet protocol signal in order to forward the tuned signal to a television. The set-top box saves in a buffer the at least partially prepared second channel beginning at a recent periodic, sequential signal access point. In response to receiving a channel change instruction when the set-top box is forwarding the at least partially prepared first channel signal, the set-top box causes the television tuner to forward the at least partially prepared signal based on the second channel stored in the buffer beginning at the recent periodic, sequential signal access point.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2016Date of Patent: January 28, 2020Assignee: Enseo, Inc.Inventors: Raymond S. Horton, William C. Fang
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Publication number: 20200014883Abstract: A distribution element for a self-calibrating RF network and system and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment of the distribution element, the distribution element is located between a headend layer and an endpoint layer. An upstream directional control circuit and a downstream directional control circuit are positioned in a spaced opposing relationship such that respective upstream line and the downstream line are separated into a forward line and reverse line therebetween while being combined at the respective upstream directional control circuit and the downstream directional control circuit. A pair of amplifier circuits positioned between the upstream and downstream control circuits are under the control of a controller to amplify and shape the signal of the forward line and the reverse line. The controller monitor and analyzes signals through the distribution element.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2019Publication date: January 9, 2020Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Vanessa Ogle
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Patent number: 10425617Abstract: A distribution element for a self-calibrating RF network and system and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment of the distribution element, the distribution element is located between a headend layer and an endpoint layer. An upstream directional control circuit and a downstream directional control circuit are positioned in a spaced opposing relationship such that respective upstream line and the downstream line are separated into a forward line and reverse line therebetween while being combined at the respective upstream directional control circuit and the downstream directional control circuit. A pair of amplifier circuits positioned between the upstream and downstream control circuits are under the control of a controller to amplify and shape the signal of the forward line and the reverse line. The controller monitor and analyzes signals through the distribution element.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2017Date of Patent: September 24, 2019Assignee: Enseo, Inc.Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Vanessa Ogle
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Publication number: 20180276771Abstract: A system and method for making reservations in a hospitality establishment are disclosed. In one embodiment of the system, a database includes multiple the media source files relative to guest room spaces within a room. A server which handles reservations renders a map view of the hospitality establishment based on obtained map data. The map view includes a graphical representation of the room as well as other rooms. In response to the room being selected, the graphical representation of the selected room is annotated with room reservation data and at least one of the media source files of the selected room. The server may execute a reservation for the selected room.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2018Publication date: September 27, 2018Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton, Vanessa Ogle
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Publication number: 20180048927Abstract: A sever for providing television and system and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, the server includes a network interface controller that is configured to receive a source internet protocol television signal, which includes two channels, from an external source and at least partially prepare the source internet protocol signal in order to forward the signal to a television. The server saves in a buffer the at least partially prepared second channel beginning at a recent periodic, sequential signal access point. In response to receiving a channel request instruction from a requesting television when the server is forwarding the at least partially prepared first channel signal, the server forwards the at least partially prepared signal based on the second channel stored in the buffer beginning at the recent periodic, sequential signal access point.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2017Publication date: February 15, 2018Inventors: Raymond S. Horton, Vanessa Ogle, William C. Fang, Edward H. Wolfe
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Publication number: 20170019707Abstract: A set-top box for changing channels and method for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, the set-top box includes a network interface controller that is configured to receive a source internet protocol television signal, which includes two channels, from an external source and at least partially prepare the source internet protocol signal in order to forward the tuned signal to a television. The set-top box saves in a buffer the at least partially prepared second channel beginning at a recent periodic, sequential signal access point. In response to receiving a channel change instruction when the set-top box is forwarding the at least partially prepared first channel signal, the set-top box causes the television tuner to forward the at least partially prepared signal based on the second channel stored in the buffer beginning at the recent periodic, sequential signal access point.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2016Publication date: January 19, 2017Inventors: Raymond S. Horton, Vanessa Ogle, William C. Fang, Edward H. Wolfe
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Patent number: 6976266Abstract: A method and an apparatus for processing packetized signal having a plurality of channels carrying program information. The packetized signal also includes program guide information that includes channel identifier data. The program guide information comprises a sequence of data blocks including a segment map that includes information about the partitioning of the plurality of channels into segments and map block that includes information relating specific channels of the plurality of channels with respective channel identifier data.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2000Date of Patent: December 13, 2005Assignee: Thomson Licensing S.A.Inventors: John W. Chaney, Bill W. Beyers, Jr., Michael W. Johnson, James E. Hailey, Kevin E. Bridgewater, Michael S. Deiss, Raymond S. Horton
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Patent number: 6606127Abstract: A method and apparatus for synchronizing multiple signals is provided. The method and apparatus utilize the timing information of one of the multiple signals as a reference clock for synchronizing multiple signals. The method and apparatus utilize selectively gating the clocks of the other signal processing chains in order to allow control by the reference clock.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2000Date of Patent: August 12, 2003Assignee: Enseo, Inc.Inventors: William C. Fang, Raymond S. Horton
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Patent number: 6064378Abstract: Apparatus and method for acquiring a program from a packetized signal in response to ancillary information included in the packetized signal. The packetized signal includes a plurality of program signals and ancillary information associated with the plurality of program signals. The apparatus includes means for identifying the ancillary information from the packetized signal, the ancillary information including master guide information for use in identifying and acquiring special guide information, and special guide information for use in acquiring program information associated with the plurality of program signals. The program signals may be acquired using identifier information that may be derived from the ancillary information. The apparatus includes means responsive to the ancillary information for acquiring a selected program from the packetized signal.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 1998Date of Patent: May 16, 2000Assignee: Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.Inventors: John W. Chaney, Bill W. Beyers, Jr., Michael W. Johnson, James E. Hailey, Kevin E. Bridgewater, Michael S. Deiss, Raymond S. Horton