US Patent No: 5,694,162

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Method for automatically changing broadcast programs based on audience response

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Abstract

A method for automatically changing programs broadcasted by a broadcast unit based on audience response. Responses from individuals comprising the audience are received and the program is automatically altered or changed based on such audience response. The altered or changed program then is broadcasted.

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Patent Owner(s)

Patent OwnerAddressTotal Patents
AUTOMATED BUSINESS COMPANIESSPRING, TX24
ADVANCED SERVICES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONOKLAHOMA CITY, OK1

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Inventor(s)

Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Freeny, Jr Charles C Dallas, TX 20 1482

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