WO2003019525A2

WO2003019525A2 - Method for obtaining reproducible data

Info

Publication number: WO2003019525A2
Application number: PCT/DE2002/003063
Authority: WO
Inventors: Regina Schulte am Hülse
Original assignee: Schulte Am Huelse Regina
Priority date: 2001-08-21
Filing date: 2002-08-21
Publication date: 2003-03-06
Also published as: AU2002336040A1; WO2003019525A3; DE10139944A1; WO2003019525A9

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for electronically processing retrievable files. A desired file is selected from a stock of files and loaded onto a hard disk (2) of the access device by means of the control device (1). The loaded file is processed in the desired manner and is saved as an edited version to a new file on the hard disk (2). It can then be retrieved again on the basis of the predefinable access identification.

Description

"Process for applying reproducible data"

Description :

The invention relates to a method for electronically processing retrievable files.

In addition, the invention relates to a system for recording, editing and sending files with a data input, a hard disk and a data output suitable for sending data.

It is known to transfer and supplement existing data, for example to regenerate existing text. In addition, existing files are also added to give them a personal touch, for example to send greetings with their help.

However, the paths previously taken and the systems used for this required great skill from the individual sender of this data in order to be able to combine the various data in the manner desired by him. Relatively high demands were placed on the sender not only with regard to finding the data to be combined, but also with regard to the question of how the combination should take place.

The object of the present invention is therefore to specify a method and a system with the aid of which data can be recorded and sent in the sense of the sender.

This object is achieved with respect to the method in that an access device is connected to an electronically stored store of selectable data, that a desired file is selected from the store and loaded onto a hard disk of the access device, that the file loaded onto the hard disk is in a desired one Revised in a way and inserted as a revised version in a new file is given and stored in a memory from which it can be called up on the basis of a predefinable access identifier.

This procedure considerably simplifies the combination of files. Nevertheless, the individuality of selecting and combining files is preserved. By cleverly selecting the devices, however, the implementation of the idea taken by the sender is considerably simplified.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, a stock of music pieces is used, from which a specific piece of music is selected according to a catalog that can be queried, and the selected music piece is subjected to a processing desired by the respective processor. The catalog provided not only makes it much easier to find a particular piece of music, it also inspires the editor to find the right piece of music for a specific occasion. In this way, he can also find a piece of music that provides the appropriate basis for the desired processing.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the file to be processed is taken from a provider stored in the Internet with his approval. In this way, the possibility of basing the appropriate melody on a desired greeting message is considerably increased. It also reduces the likelihood of having difficulty choosing a particular tune with its creator because the creator has not approved the melody. The melodies that can be extracted from the Internet are thus released for use, and the fee payable for them can be paid in a simple manner.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the proposed processing is recorded as content in a separate file and the content of the separate file is processed with the content of the data stored on the hard disk. tend file mixed electronically. In this way, the processor can calmly record a separate file according to the desired processing. Mixing the files electronically is also easier than when acoustically combining two pieces of music to be mixed together.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the volumes of the contents to be mixed are matched to one another. This adjustment of the volume is of particular importance for the undisturbed enjoyment of the edited files. It must be prevented that the music of one file unintentionally drowns out the music of the other file. Rather, the two files must be mixed in such a way that the effect desired by the processor is achieved. This may be because one music subordinates itself to the other. If necessary, the music of one file can also behave on an equal footing with the music of the other file.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the revised version is shown on a text page that can be called up from a stock. This illustration on a special text page creates a particularly friendly initial impression. Even before the message of the revised pieces of music reaches the recipient, the recipient is put in a mood ready to accept.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, a text page is called up from a stock of another provider stored on the Internet. In this way, the same advantage is achieved that has already resulted when a piece of music is retrieved from the Internet.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the revised version is converted to MP3 and sent to a receiver. This conversion to MP3 gives the processor the advantages of a proven one Program result. This is error-free and easy to use.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the revised version including the text page is written and sent to a recipient. According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, this described text page can be sent to a recipient by e-mail. As a result, he receives his shipment quickly and clearly.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, however, the transmission can also take place in the paper form of the text page. As a result, the recipient receives the text page in its original version, which is free of the accompanying information that is customary for an e-mail transmission.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, an HTML page is generated from the revised version and the text page and is sent over the Internet. By sending them via HTML, the sender also takes advantage of the proven program, which can usually be used easily and without being disturbed.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the file provided for sending is provided with an identifier individualizing a recipient. This identifier protects the program from being confused with other programs that may have the same or similar content. For example, the recipient who has already been notified before receiving the shipment knows that the shipment received has come from a particular sender.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the file can be provided with a secret number to be agreed with the sender before it is sent. This identifier with the help of a secret number has the great advantage that the individualization of the shipment can be done in a simple and quickly recognizable manner. According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, at least one link to another file is added to the file to be sent. In this way, the entire shipment can be subordinated to a specific destination, for example to point out certain relationships that are of great importance both for the recipient and for the sender. Such links can arise, for example, in order to subordinate the entire program to an advertising purpose.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, at least one part of the text is particularly emphasized in accordance with its importance. According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, this highlighting can be generated, for example, by lighting up the text part. This measure also serves to convey a particularly important message to the recipient.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, billing is carried out for the compilation of the files and their transmission. This billing is particularly important for the economic side of all data processing. In this way, the owner of a corresponding system that enables the processing of the file receives the payment for the operation of the system and the further development of the process.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, a system for recording, editing and sending files is provided with a data input, a hard disk and a data output suitable for sending data. In such a system, at least one file is stored on the hard disk, the data of which can be processed with an incoming data record. The revised data form a file which can be stored in and retrieved from the memory. With the help of such a system, the processing of the files can be carried out in a simple manner without a lengthy training course having to precede the processing. The plant has overview Control elements arranged on the one hand, which serve on the one hand to record, on the other to edit and finally send files. The processing of files on a hard disk generally does not pose any significant difficulties for an editor, since such measures are already used in word processing.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, a file is stored in the data memory which can be overlaid by at least one further file which can be produced and which has a callable mixing instruction for overlaying the two files in the text memory. This arrangement of files in the data memory further reduces the technical difficulties which would prevent a processor from carrying out data processing according to the invention. Since the instructions for mixing the files result directly from the available mixing instructions, they also lead to the desired success with inexperienced editors.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, data retrieved from a supply of pieces of music are stored on a hard disk and data produced by a sender are stored in the overlayable file, and the overlay of the data produced by the sender over the data stored on the hard disk forms one with the help of the text page communicable personal message. On the one hand, this personal message is shaped by the sender. On the other hand, it can also be matched to the recipient's horizon. As a result, the sending of the processed pieces of music becomes a very personal message of greeting, which triggers considerable joy for the recipient.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the data which can be superimposed represent a vocal performance by a sender. In this way, this program receives a personal note which is gratefully received by the recipient because it shows the sender's commitment. According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the superimposable file is taken from a music preserve selected by the sender. Here, too, a highly personal service is provided by the sender because he chooses the music and combines it in a suitable way with the file saved on the hard disk.

According to a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the data which can be superimposed are taken from an address given by the sender. This can be addressed personally to the recipient and thus represents a very intensive examination of their emotional and experience world.

Further details of the invention will become apparent from the following detailed description and the accompanying drawings, in which preferred embodiments of the invention are illustrated, for example.

The drawings show:

Fig. 1: a stylized representation of a control device, Fig. 2: a stylized representation of two superimposed

Music pieces, Fig. 3: a stylized representation of a greeting card and Fig. 4: an example of a number identifier and Fig. 5: a stylized representation of an embodiment.

A control device (1) essentially consists of a hard disk (2) and three memories (3,4,5), which are connected to the hard disk (2) via connections (6,7,8). In addition, the hard disk (2) can be connected to the Internet (10) via a connection (9).

The memory (3) is designed as a supply memory in which a large number of pieces of music are stored electronically. This storage memory (3) can be controlled by the hard disk (2) via the connection (6), so that one of the pieces of music stored there can be transferred from the storage memory (3) to the hard drive. plate (2) is transferred. Music texts can also be stored and retrieved and added to a piece of music depending on the current need.

In addition, the hard drive (2) can also control the Internet (10) via the connection (9). There is an abundance of music pieces from different providers. One of these pieces of music can be called up from the Internet (10) and transferred to the hard disk (2).

The memory (4) is designed as a processing memory in which pieces of music can be stored after a processor (11) has been freely selected. For this purpose, a microphone (12) held approximately by the processor (11) is connected to the processing memory (4), so that a song input by the processor (11) into the microphone (12) is recorded on the processing memory (4) , The vocals can be displayed. Based on the entire song text that is displayed, the processor (11) gains an overview of the entire piece of music. In addition, it is also possible to display each individual word or part of a word that has to be sung at a specific point in the music. The entire piece of music processed in this way can be played back as often as required by the recorder in order to correct any unsuccessful passages. However, the processor (11) can also enter a speech in the processing memory (4) in this way. In addition, the processor (11) can connect the processing memory (4) via a connection (13) to a CD drive (14), via which a CD (15) is played and then electronically stored in the processing memory (4) ,

The piece of music entered by the processor (11) into the processing memory (4) is transferred to the hard disk (2) at the request of the processor (11). According to the control of the hard disk (2) carried out by the processor (11), the piece of music A taken over from the processing memory (4) the piece of music B taken from the storage (3) are superimposed so that, depending on the request of the processor (11), the two pieces of music A and B complement each other. For example, it is conceivable that the piece of music B (16), which is composed in lighter tones, is interrupted at a suitable point (17) by a sequence (18) of darker tones of the piece of music A (15).

Likewise, instead of the sequence (18), a personal song by the arranger (11) can be integrated into the piece of music B (16).

Processing the piece of music B (16) creates a personal message from the processor (11) to a receiver (19), which the receiver can hear from a loudspeaker (20). This greeting message can be transmitted, for example, in that the recipient (19) uses his computer (21) the greeting text set by the processor (11) via the connection (9) to the Internet (10), which can be secured by a random code , via e-mail.

He lets the loudspeaker (28) play the musical part. Any other connection can be made between the processor (11) and the receiver (19), for example via a telephone line, not shown, through which the piece of music processed by the processor (11) is sent to the receiver (19).

In addition, the hard disk (2) can also be connected to a recording device (22) for CDs (23) via a connecting line (24). At the request of the processor (11), the piece of music edited by the processor (11) is entered as a file from the hard disk (2) into the recording device (22), which burns the processed piece of music onto the CD (23). The CD thus completed for dispatch can then be sent by the processor (11) to the recipient (19), who in turn can have the CD (27) produced by the processor played on his CD-ROM drive (26), with its loudspeaker (20) via a connecting line (28) connected is. In addition, the hard disk (2) can also be connected to a printer (29) via a connecting line (30). In this printer (29) the edited piece of music stored on the hard disk (2) is printed out on a sheet of paper (31). This paper sheet (31) can, for example, be sent to the recipient (19) with personal handwritten greetings from the processor (11). The transmission can also be carried out via a fax machine (not shown) to the computer (21) or a fax machine (not shown) of the recipient (19).

To further individualize the greeting message to be sent by the processor (11) to the receiver (19), a written message (32) can also be written from the memory (5), which is designed as a pressure memory, using the hard disk (2) (8) can be removed. In addition to written messages (32), pictures, for example in one or more picture catalogs, can also be stored in this pressure memory (5), from which, depending on the respective occasion, a picture can be selected and the greeting message used as a basis. This written message (32) can also be designed, for example, as a greeting card for a special occasion, for example for a wedding. Depending on the taste of the processor (11), the individual parts of the image can be shifted. For example, MP 3 is available as one of many options. Movies can also be recorded using a video Internet camera. In this way, music videos can also be integrated into the overall design. These music videos can also be edited. These options are suitable for the design of commercials that can be addressed via links that are provided in an existing advertisement. Such designs can be placed in an e-mail memory that serves both as a recipient and as a general broadcaster.

A musical part (34) is added to a written part (33). This musical part can in turn are composed of a part (35) removed from the supply store (3) and a processing part (36) added by the processor (11), which gives the part (35) removed from the supply store the special touch of the processor (11). For example, the "move-in of guests to the Wartburg", which is popular at weddings, can be found in the storage (3), to which the processor (11) adds a strongly rhythmically emphasized processing part (36), for example from jazz literature. A musical text can be provided for each piece of music (karaoke).

The very personally written message (32) created in this way can be printed out in the manner already described on the printer (29) and sent to the recipient (19) by mail. However, the written message (32) can also be imported via the Internet (10) onto the computer (21) of the receiver (19), which at the same time as the written message (32) also the musical part (35, 36) via its loudspeaker (20) can eavesdrop. Finally, the content of the written message "(32) can also be imported to the recording device (22) via the connecting line (24), so that the recipient (19) receives the very personally written message for playback on his floppy disk drive (26).

In addition, the design of the written message (32) is also conceivable in such a way that the text of the written message (32) is entered into the hard disk (2) via the microphone (12) and the processing memory (4). There, the processor (11) carries out the processing of the message already described above, so that the spoken word fits harmoniously into the entire message. After this compilation has been made on the hard disk (2), it can be transmitted to the receiver (19) either via the Internet (10) or in another way, for example via the telephone network. Finally, a volume control (37) is also provided in the hard disk (2), which checks the volume of the music pieces entered into the hard disk via the connections (6, 7). After the volume has been checked with the aid of the volume control (37), this can be actuated by the processor (11) in such a way that the volume of the music pieces input from the storage memory (3) and from the processing memory (4) are coordinated with one another. This adjustment can be made according to the imagination of the processor (11), ie the volume of the two pieces of music to be mixed with one another can be approximately the same. However, it is also possible to have either the contents of the storage memory (3) or the contents of the processing memory (4) dominate in the mixed piece of music created on the hard disk (2). In addition, through the intervention of the processor (11), it is also possible to have parts of the recorded music pieces dominate over other parts.

It turned out to be particularly useful to convert the revised piece of music into MP3 and then send it to the recipient. In this way, the receiver (19) receives a piece of music of high acoustic quality.

The creation of an HTML page also contributes to the quality of the revised version, including the text page if necessary. This can be sent particularly cheaply over the Internet.

When the file produced for the recipient (19) is sent, it is provided with a file number. With this file number (38), the file leaves the hard disk (2) via the connection (9) in the direction of the Internet (10) and from there into the computer (21) of the receiver (19). For this purpose, the file number (38) is preceded by a recipient number (39). The greeting message reaches the computer under this recipient number, which can also be replaced by a domain (21). In order to ensure that the greeting message received on the computer (21) is also assigned to the recipient (19), an additional identifier (40) is added to the file number (38). This identifier can be generated, for example, by a random generator (not shown) in order to rule out that this identifier

(40) may be used twice. In this way, the recipient (19) recognizes from the identifier (40) that the entire greeting message comes from the processor (11), who has brought it to the computer (21) of the recipient (19).

Depending on the intended use of the files sent, a link can also be sent to the identifier (40)

(41) can be connected. This link (41) opens the way for the recipient (19) to further communications from either the processor (11) or other senders. For example, a special type of link can be sent to the recipient (19) as a link (41), for example, notices of special events, advertised goods or changes of address.

Finally, special emphasis can be placed on important individual facts in the text of the mail item intended for the recipient (19). These emphases can be achieved by printing out individual words or word sequences in particularly thick form or by illuminating them in particular in the case of electronic display.

The services to be performed using the control unit (1) are available for a fee. This can be claimed as a prepayment before the files are dispatched. However, it is also possible for the processor (11) to make a binding payment promise to an operator of the control device (1) before the files are compiled and sent. Finally, it can also be agreed with the operator of the control unit (1) that the payment is made in the form of a settlement of the telephone charges, so that the operator of the control unit (1) receives a credit on his telephone account. Finally, it is also possible that the binding payment promise of the processor (12) as access a credit card is granted. It will be most convenient to receive the expected fees in the form of an advance payment. However, they can also be paid for participants in sending the files as a non-usage-based membership fee. The calculation of this membership fee includes the times usually required to produce a greeting.

In the case of a system for recording, editing and sending files with a data input, a hard disk and an output suitable for sending data, at least one file is stored on the hard disk (2), the data of which can be edited with an inputable data record. The revised data form a file that can be stored in and retrieved from the memory. A file is stored in the storage memory (3) and can be overlaid by at least one further file that can be produced. In addition, callable mixing instructions (42) are specified in the fixed memory, according to which the files can be mixed. According to these mixing instructions (42), the files are overlaid and the overlaid file is stored in the permanent memory (2). In order to prevent the services of the control device (1) from being used without the corresponding payment being made, there is a data lock (43) in the connection (9), which is only released by proof of sufficient payment for the services used can be, so that the compiled data can only be sent to the recipient (19) after the data lock (43) has been lifted.

The sketch of a functional exemplary embodiment is shown in FIG. 5. The processor (12) gets to the start page. He is explained what the Internet recorder is all about, how to use it and what the services cost. From there he can click on the general terms and conditions.

From there he gets to the editing page, which gives him the opportunity to choose a song from different music styles. This is initially only mentioned by the title. The songs are recorded as playbacks. It is also possible that appropriate publishers will make the original music available.

If the processor (11) is interested in the song, he can listen to it for about 15 seconds. He can also view the text for the same period.

If the processor (11) has selected a piece, he downloads it. He can choose between two different versions, either a short version of about 1 to 2 minutes or the original length.

He can then sing and record the text via the microphone (12) connected to the computer (12) using an Internet recorder. This is displayed during the process. The internet recorder gives the possibility to repeat the recording process. So the song can be "rewound" to the beginning. The processor (11) can repeat the recording process until he is satisfied with the result.

He then creates the "mix" by being able to determine the volume of the tracks. He then converts to MP3. He has the option of selecting up to six pictures for the planned greeting card before or after the recording process and combining them. There are about a hundred digital photos on the page for this purpose. The processor (11) can choose between different sizes of the images and multiply. He designs the greeting card.

In an extra window, the post office, it is possible to enter the recipient's e-mail (19) and to write a greeting or a message of any length. The finished product is deposited with a provider. The recipient of the greeting card will be notified by e-mail. He receives a code number. Under this he can call up the finished greeting card from the external provider. Payment is made in two steps:

1. When downloading and

2. when sent from the provider to the recipient.

Payment is made via Telecash. The processor (11) is granted a virtual credit account after payment. Unlimited duplication of the greeting card product is prevented.

Claims

Claims:

1.) Method for the electronic processing of retrievable files, characterized in that a control device (1) is connected to an electronically stored supply of selectable data, that a desired file is selected from the supply and on a hard disk (2) of the access device (1) is loaded that the file loaded onto the hard disk (2) is revised in a desired manner and is entered as a revised version in a new file and stored on the hard disk (2), from which it can be called up on the basis of a predefinable access identifier.

2.) Method according to claim 1, characterized in that a stock of music pieces is used, from which a specific piece of music is selected according to a catalog which can be queried, and the selected piece of music is subjected to a processing desired by the respective processor (11).

3.) Method according to claim 2, characterized in that the piece of music is processed musically.

4.) Method, according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the file transferred to the hard disk (2) is discussed.

5.) Method according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the file to be processed is taken from a provider stored in the Internet (10) with his approval.

6.) Method according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the intended processing is recorded as content in a separate file, and the content of the separate file with the content of the file to be edited stored on the hard disk (2) electronically mixed becomes.

7.) Method according to claim 6, characterized in that the volumes of the contents to be mixed are matched to one another.

8.) Method according to claim 7, characterized in that the volume of the two contents is measured and changed to a predetermined level depending on the respective need.

9.) Method according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the revised version is displayed on a text page which can be called up from a pressure memory (5).

10.) Method according to claim 9, characterized in that a text page is called up from a stock of another provider stored in the Internet (10).

11.) Method according to one of claims 9 or 10, characterized in that the revised version is arranged by a processor (11) on the text page.

12.) Method according to one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that the revised version is converted to MP3 and sent to a receiver (19).

13.) Method according to one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that the revised version including the text page is described and sent to a recipient (19).

14.) Method according to claim 12 or 13, characterized in that the revised version including the text page is sent to a recipient (19) via email.

15.) Method according to one of claims 1 to 14, characterized in that an HTML page is generated from the revised version and the text page, which is sent over the Internet (10).

16.) Method according to one of claims 1 to 15, characterized in that the file provided for sending is provided with an identifier (40) individualizing a receiver (19).

17.) Method according to claim 16, characterized in that the file is to be provided with a secret number to be agreed with the recipient (19) before it is sent.

18.) Method according to claim 17, characterized in that the secret number is selected at random.

19.) Method according to one of claims 16 to 18, characterized in that the identifier (40) of the file to be processed is appended.

20.) Method according to one of claims 1 to 19, characterized in that the recipient (19) is notified in advance of the file to be sent to him.

21.) Method according to claim 20, characterized in that the recipient (19) is sent an e-mail in advance.

22.) Method according to one of claims 12 to 21, characterized in that at least one link to another file is added to the file to be sent.

23.) Method according to one of claims 16 to 22, characterized in that after calling the identifier (40) by a link, the revised version and the text page is called.

24.) Method according to one of claims 1 to 23, characterized in that at least one part of the text is particularly emphasized in accordance with its importance.

25.) Method according to claim 24, characterized in that an important part of the text lights up in relation to the text.

26.) Method according to one of claims 1 to 25, characterized in that a billing is carried out for the compilation of the files and their transmission.

27.) Method according to claim 26, characterized in that a binding payment promise is given for the compilation and transmission of the files before the files are sent.

28.) Method according to claim 27, characterized in that the binding payment promise is given as access to a credit card.

29.) Method according to claim 27, characterized in that the binding payment promise is given in the form of a statement of telephone charges.

30.) Method according to claim 27, characterized in that an advance payment is made.

31.) Method according to claim 27, characterized in that a usage-independent membership fee is charged for participants in sending revised files.

32.) System for recording, editing and sending files with a data input, a hard disk and a data output suitable for sending goods, characterized in that at least one file is stored on the hard disk (2), the data of which can be edited with an inputable data record and that the revised data form a file that can be stored in and retrieved from the memory.

33.) System according to claim 32, characterized in that a file is stored in the storage memory, which can be overlaid by at least one further file that can be produced and a callable mixing instruction (42) for superimposing the two files is stored on the hard disk.

34.) System according to claim 32 or 33, characterized in that it has access to a stock of text pages, one of which can be called up and combined with the overlaid file.

35.) System according to claim 34.) characterized in that data retrieved from a stock of music pieces on the hard disk (2) and data produced by a processor (11) are stored in the overlayable file and the overlaying of the files by the processor (11) produced data on the data stored on the hard disk (2) form a personal message that can be transmitted with the text page.

36.) System according to claim 35, characterized in that the personal message is stored on a data carrier and can be transmitted with it to a recipient (19).

37.) System according to claim 35, characterized in that the personal message can be transmitted electronically to the recipient (19).

38.) System according to one of claims 35 to 37, characterized in that the personal message appears clearly on a displayed paper sheet (31).

39.) System according to one of claims 32 to 38, characterized in that the file of the superimposed data, the superimposition of the superimposed data on the data retrieved from the stock and stored on the hard disk (1) and the arrangement of the superimposed data the sender's personal services on the text page.

40.) System according to one of claims 32 to 39, characterized in that the data which can be superimposed represent a vocal performance by a processor (11).

41.) System according to one of claims 32 to 39, characterized in that the superimposed data are taken from a music preserve selected by the processor (11).

42.) System according to one of claims 32 to 39, characterized in that the superimposed data are taken from a speech given by the processor (11).

43.) System according to one of claims 32 to 42, characterized in that when the data is transferred a data lock (43) is provided which is dependent on previous payment for the services provided.