| 摘要 |
A method of banking video frames (103), associated with links (105), includes the steps of associating multiple links with a video frame in a series of video frames (105), each of the links having information associated therewith, selecting and banking the video frame from among the series of video frames; and selecting and displaying the frame in connection with representations of the links. The method may further include a step of selecting one of the links (109) and displaying the information associated therewith (110). In one embodiment, the links may be lead ins for an advertisement such as a telescoping advertisement, they may be purchase opportunities, the may be opportunities for coupons (124), or other interactive activities. An apparatus (12) for performing the method includes a set top box with memory, a processor, and a digital converter for converting digital video images into suitable picture images. The apparatus stores the selected frame either locally or at a network or head-end. Banking frames can be done with a standard remote control using the up, down, left and right arrow keys to navigate the screen, and the select or enter key to perform the storage function, or by adding a key or keys, such as "bank", "click" or "store" to perform the storage function. |
