MULTIMEDIA SYSTEMS, METHODS AND APPLICATIONS

摘要

Systems and methods according to exemplary embodiments of the present invention provide a user interface including an electronic program guide and scrollable visual directories.

主权项

1. An electronic program guide (EPG) responsive to pointing inputs and having an integrated digital video recorder (DVR) function comprising:
a grid displayed on a display screen, said grid having a plurality of program selections displayed therein; a cursor displayed as a moveable overlay on said grid, said cursor responsive to said pointing inputs to provide random access to said plurality of program selections; and wherein when said cursor is positioned over one of said plurality of program selections, a visual indication of focus is provided to said one of said plurality of program selections; and further wherein when a selection command is received by said electronic program guide, a DVR control overlay is displayed on said grid.