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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Oct. 16, 2012
Filed:
Feb. 01, 2005
Norishige Emoto, Tokyo, JP;
Masao Oki, Tokyo, JP;
Yoichi Masubuchi, Tokyo, JP;
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo, JP;
Abstract
Problem In the case of displaying text information, a static image and a dynamic image on an image display device carried on a train or car in accordance with designated schedule, a blank period that can be visually recognized by human eyes occurs when displaying a compressed static image by switching from a previous video image. Thus, there is a problem of discomfort such as lack of real-time property and difficulty in viewing by a viewer. Means for Solution In a video information distribution and display system carried on a train or car, compressed static image video information scheduled to be displayed next is expanded and prepared by extracting and storing into a display storage part in advance, or the like, in accordance with an image control signal (display command) sent thereto together with video information, and the static image is displayed by seamlessly switching from a currently displayed video image at content switching timing of the display command.