Patent ID: 8549567
Filing Date: 2013-10-01
Classification: H04L,H04N

Abstract:
1. A method, comprising: receiving a plurality of media content in compressed format over a communication medium from a remote location at a master set-top box, the master set-top box operatively coupled to a wireless Ethernet device configured to provide a point coordination function (PCF) by allowing for defined periods of time for the master set-top box to broadcast; providing a first graphics user interface (GUI), the first GUI comprising selectable entries corresponding to the plurality of media content; and simultaneously communicating the plurality of media content in compressed format to a second client device, the second client device configured to provide a second GUI having selectable entries corresponding to those presented in the first GUI, wherein communicating the plurality of media content comprises communicating the plurality of media content in encrypted format; receiving a control command from the second client device through a serial connection at the wireless Ethernet device, wherein the wireless Ethernet device is configured to forward the control command to the master set-top box; and changing the media content in response to the control command.