JP2002091450A - Information exchanging system and recording medium - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an information exchanging system capable of distributing a music and a video corresponding to the needs of a user to a user terminal as a virtual DJ. SOLUTION: This information exchanging system is provided with a user terminal connected to the Internet and equipped with virtual DJ software and a means for allowing the user terminal equipped with the virtual DJ software to exchange an information file through the Internet.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

The present invention relates to a technology for exchanging music and video information, and more particularly to an information exchange system and a recording medium for exchanging information based on user information.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, in music distribution using the Internet or the like, a user browses a music site or the like for a music file or the like to download by himself, and downloads the music file by himself. In addition, when the latest information is distributed by e-mail after being registered in an e-mail magazine or the like, it is necessary to refer to the site and download the information by itself with reference to this information.

[0003]

With the music distribution system described above, the user's personal suggestions and wishes are not reflected, and the user wants to listen to such a tune or arranges such a tune. We couldn't respond to requests such as wanting to listen to songs. In addition, like DJs, you can rearrange a number of songs, switch rhythmically, arrange songs, and even change songs that you do not always listen to or have never heard before, according to the user's tendency. We couldn't provide any recommended services. Also, it was not possible to attach images to distributed songs and distribute them.

[0004] It is an object of the present invention to provide an information exchange system and a recording medium which can deliver music and video according to the needs of a user to a user terminal through a virtual DJ.

[0005]

An information exchange system and a recording medium according to the present invention are provided in a system for mutually exchanging music or video or an information file relating to them.
A network and a virtual D connected to the network;
It is characterized by comprising a user terminal equipped with J software and means for exchanging information files with the user terminal via the network.

[0006] The information file to be exchanged is characterized in that the virtual DJ software considers information of a user who uses the user terminal in advance, arranges the information file, and distributes the information file to the user terminal. And

The information file to be exchanged is characterized in that the virtual DJ software arranges the information file in consideration of information sent from the user terminal and distributes the information file to the user terminal. I have.

[0008] The information file to be exchanged is a music file or a video file or an information file relating thereto, wherein the virtual DJ software can be cultivated by the user, and the virtual DJ software can be developed. The software is characterized in that it has an ability to learn the tendency of the user, and the virtual DJ software is characterized in that the user can have arbitrary character information in advance.

[0009] The virtual DJ software recommends the information file to be distributed to a user in accordance with the user information, the learned information, or the preset character information. I have.

[0010] In the user terminal, the virtual D
A plurality of J software can be provided, information of the plurality of virtual DJ software can be combined or moved with each other, and the plurality of virtual DJ software can play against each other.

Also, in the process of exchanging music and video or information files relating to them, the virtual DJ software takes into account user information set in advance, and the virtual DJ software sends the user information from the user terminal. Processing for taking into account the information received and the virtual D
J software has a process of arranging the information file based on the considered information, and a process of delivering the arranged information file to the user terminal.

Further, the information file is a music file or a video file or an information file related thereto.

[0013]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

First, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, virtual DJ (Disc Jockey) software is incorporated in each user terminal of the user 1. The virtual DJ software built in the user terminal is software that provides a service for selecting and arranging music and video that meet the needs of the user. As the provided information for viewers included in the virtual DJ software, attribute information and location information of music files and radio programs, attribute information and location information of music data for trial listening, attribute information and location information of images and character data, latest music Attribute information, artist attribute information, concert and event information, other songs of a favorite artist, other songs and artists of a favorite producer, etc., as one DJ model, which differs for each virtual DJ software. This form is referred to herein as an expert system. This expert system collects, organizes, and organizes information on DJs, such as the characteristics, characteristics, arrangements, habits, frequently used words, experience, actions, and processing patterns of actual DJs (Real DJs) that actually exist. This is the DJ model. In addition, virtual DJ
Learning and inference functions related to qualitative analysis techniques such as multidimensional scaling in the field of psychology (Minnesota Multifaceted Personal Inventory; MMPI) and neural network-based machine learning based on the above items and other items It may be realized by technology,
There is no particular limitation.

In addition, the virtual DJ software is provided with information on tastes and dislikes of the user 1 in advance, music genres (J-POP, enka, etc.) often heard, music selection frequency, music selection history, and favorite club house. Information on favorite DJs, artists who listen frequently, producers of songs they often listen to, time to listen to music (commuting to school, bedtime, etc.), record companies for songs they often listen to, production companies for songs they often listen to, and users As personal information, age, gender, occupation, place of work (attribute category name, proper noun, etc.), hobby, holiday, school name, school year, affiliated circle name, frequently used music shop name, songs often sung by karaoke, well Enter the magazine you read, your favorite fashion, your recently bought CD, your favorite TV, your favorite radio program, married or single, your address, etc. By performing the input of the personal information and the learning process, the virtual D
The J software is virtual DJ software (hereinafter, MyDJ) for one user. For example, user A
As described above, the virtual DJ software that became MyDJ is a recommendation for the music field that may find preferences and trends for user A, music genres that will be heard in the future, and user A's new preferences. It knows the songs, etc., and becomes the most appropriate MyDJ for the individual. In addition, the user 1 issues an execution command or evaluates music or video arranged by MyDJ in order to utilize the music or video for future music selection. This also leads to raising MyDJ, and can be used like a training game for growing MyDJ to my favorite. Also, this MyDJ is
The user can talk to the user like an actual DJ, and can communicate with each other.

Here, the DJ model is a MyDJ that grasps the tendency of each user 1 and the like, and a user B having another MyDJ at a terminal is connected to the user A via a network indicated by an arrow, for example, the Internet. It is assumed that it is. The virtual DJ software may be downloaded from the Internet or the like.
The data may be transferred from a personal computer, or may be incorporated in advance, and any means of introduction may be used. Although the network is described as an embodiment in the embodiment, the network is a LAN (Local Area Network).
rk), infrared, satellite networks, radio waves,
Light, wireless, Bluetooth or the like may be used, and there is no particular limitation. Further, the user terminal may be any one that can connect to the network, such as a mobile phone or a PHS.
(Personal Handyphone System), game consoles, PDAs
(Personal Digital Assistant), personal computer, etc., are not limited.

Each M of the user A and the user B
yDJ is a new MyDJ by combining the characteristics of each MyDJ.
DJ can be made. For example, Euro user A
MyDJ that combines the characteristics of MyDJ of Techno and MyDJ of techno user B, and newly includes elements of Euro and Techno
This MyDJ can be used by the user A or the user B, or both terminals, and can be transmitted to another user to exchange MyDJs. Note that the means described in the network is used for the communication between the terminals described above.

Further, each of the MyDJs can be played against each other in a game-like manner. For example, a user connected to the network evaluates a song selected and arranged by each of the MyDJs, and competes for points.

Further, the user can select and use a favorite model, for example, from among the DJ models publicly distributed on the Internet. As described above, a plurality of the DJ models can be selected and combined for use. This DJ model allows the user to view and enjoy music in the same manner as “Real DJ” by distributing music and collecting information on the Internet, and the user reflects the user's preferences and the like. The MyDJ can be tuned to a MyDJ that does not actually exist.

To further explain, as shown in FIG. 2, for example, the MyDJ between the user A and the user B is described above.
Represents the exchange of information with each other, DJ model and each My
It can exchange, combine (integrate), and divide any information that a DJ has. For example, My with the characteristic (A)
When DJ is combined with another MyDJ having the characteristic (B), a MyD with the characteristic (AB) is newly obtained.
J is made. Further, it is possible to tune MyDJ having the characteristic of (AB).

The distribution and exchange of the virtual DJ software are performed by, for example, a mobile phone or a personal computer.
It is also possible to communicate directly with infrared, wireless, Bluetooth, etc. At this time, the music file to be distributed and exchanged is not limited to any format as long as it is a digital audio file such as MP3 (MPEG1 Layer3), QuickTime file, Midi file, flash, and music data provided by an Internet radio program. It is not something to be done. In addition, image data and text data distributed at the same time as the digital audio file are included, and an entertainment element is probably included, and an image in which the character of MyDJ changes is also applicable.

Further, the user's request is transmitted from MyDJ of the user terminal to a music distribution site or the like, and music is arranged on the site side.
It is also possible to distribute to. The exchanged music files and the like correspond to files that the user owns or purchases, files for free viewing services, files created from music created by the user, and the like.

As described above, when the embodiment of the present invention is used, data such as music desired by the user is distributed to the user terminal, and the user becomes his own DJ, and can perform music selection arrangement corresponding to each DJ. In addition, a new music genre can be pioneered by recommending music that has not been heard until now, reflecting the user's information and history from the virtual DJ software. In addition, by supporting mobile terminals such as mobile phones, services can be easily used anywhere.

[0024]

As described above, by using virtual DJ software reflecting various user information such as user's personal information, preference information, and use history, music according to the user's preference can be heard.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a diagram showing the concept of an information exchange system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an information exchange system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a view showing an information exchange system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

1 ... User ... 2 ... Real DJ, 3 ... Internet

Claims (12)

[Claims] 1. A system for mutually exchanging music and / or video or information files related thereto, comprising: a network; a user terminal connected to the network and provided with virtual DJ software; and a user terminal connected to the user terminal via the network. Exchange means for exchanging information files. 2. The information file to be exchanged, wherein the virtual DJ software takes into account information of a user who uses the user terminal in advance, arranges the information file, and distributes the information file to the user terminal. The information exchange system according to claim 1, wherein 3. The information file to be exchanged is characterized in that the virtual DJ software takes into account information sent from the user terminal, arranges the information file and distributes the information file to the user terminal. The information exchange system according to claim 1, wherein 4. The information exchange system according to claim 1, wherein the exchanged information file is a music file, a video file, or an information file related thereto. 5. The information exchange system according to claim 1, wherein the user can develop the virtual DJ software. 6. The information exchange system according to claim 1, wherein the virtual DJ software has an ability to learn a tendency of the user. 7. The information exchange system according to claim 1, wherein the virtual DJ software allows the user to have arbitrary character information in advance. 8. The virtual DJ software recommends the information file to be distributed to a user according to the user information, the learned information, or the preset character information. Claim 1
8. The information exchange system according to any one of items 1 to 7. 9. The user terminal according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of virtual DJ software can be provided in the user terminal, and information of the plurality of virtual DJ software can be combined or moved with each other. Any one
Information exchange system described in. 10. The information exchange system according to claim 1, wherein the plurality of virtual DJ software can play against each other. 11. A process in which virtual DJ software takes into account preset user information in a process of exchanging music and / or video or information files relating to the same, and a process in which virtual DJ software transmits from the user terminal. The virtual DJ software arranges the information file based on the considered information; and distributes the arranged information file to the user terminal. Recording medium on which virtual DJ software is recorded. 12. The recording medium according to claim 11, wherein the information file is a music file, a video file, or an information file related thereto.