Note: Descriptions are shown in the official language in which they were submitted.
Process and Product for Providing Easily accessible Digital Images
In many situations there is a need:
- to provide an easy way to view an unlimited number of images quickly
- utilizing the advantages of digital technology to provide individual images
- having the ability to store the digitally recorded information for a long
period of time -
CD ROM minimum shelf life - 75 years
A number of businesses videotape the contents of rooms for future reference.
They have used video cameras using 8 mm or VHS tapes.
Disadvantages:
- short shelf life
- problem with creating your list because of fast-forwarding, rewinding and
pausing
- difficult to access a certain image quickly
- difficult to print a hard copy on a printer
The advantages of the present invention include:
- ability to get to any images in a matter of seconds
- durable, compact , long-lasting medium
- images can be seen without pausing or distortion
- easy to print off a hard copy
The present invention may utilize the following file structure:
- the core of the file structure will create a list of buildings and/or rooms
and/or collections
to display for quick, easy access
- clicking on a desired room and/or collection shows one row of three small
images across
and as many rows as required
- clicking on the desired small image will show the enlargement of that image
for closer
detailed inspection
The present invention may have a number of applications.
Residential Application:
Stage 1: Recording Phase
- using a digital camera storing the images on a short term medium (e.g. 3.5
floppies,
flashcards, memory sticks, palm pilot**, etc.) going from room to room, take
as many
images as required opening up all drawers, closets, cupboards, etc.
Stage 2: Copy/Delete Phase
- transfer all the digital images from the short term storage medium onto the
hard drive
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- during this transfer, the core file structure is created - rooms are stored
as folders on the
hard drive - inside each folder are all the large-sized images of the rooms as
well as
another folder. Inside this folder are all the small images that are identical
to the large-
sized images. These small images are used to create the three-image row.
- During the transfer, each image is labelled according to its room's name
e.g. Master
Bedroom 002.
- When transfer of images to the hard drive is complete, images on the short-
term storage
medium are deleted
Stage 3: Builder
software that converts the folders and all their contents to a readily
viewable format
Stage 4: Security
- customer inputs personal access code (PIN) to encrypt all relevant files
Stage S: Storage
- all folders and images and encryption software transferred to reliable
storage medium,
either burned onto a CD ROM or a secured central server
Stage 6: Final Delete Phase
- delete all images, images, files and data of any nature of the customer's
property stored
on the hard drive
Commercial Application
Stage 1: Recording Phase
- same as residential package but allows the ability of going from building to
building.
Stage 2: Copy/Delete Phase
- same as residential package but allows the ability for the core file
structure starting off
with the building folders. Starts off with buildings, then rooms within the
building then
three small images per row then ending up with large image for closer details.
Stages 3 - 6 are the same as residential
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Collection Application
Stage 1: Recording Phase
- using a digital camera storing the images on a short term medium (e.g. 3.5
floppies,
flashcards, memory sticks, palm pilot**, etc.). Categorizing each collection.
Stage 2: Copy/Delete Phase
- transfer all the digital images from the short term storage medium onto the
hard drive
- during this transfer, the core file structure is created - categorizes are
stored as folders on
the hard drive - inside each folder are all the large-sized images as well as
another folder.
Inside this folder are all the small images that are identical to the large-
sized images.
These small images are used to create the three-image row.
- During the transfer, each image is labeled according to its categories name
e.g. Collection
One 002.
- When transfer of images to the hard drive is complete, images on the short-
term storage
medium are deleted
Stages 3 - 6 are the same as residential
Estate Deluxe Application
Stage 1 - 3 same as residential
Stage 4: Entering Text
- Entering text to each image that is required.
Stage 5: Security, Stage 6: Storage and Stage 7: Final Delete Phase
- same as residential
Other - Stages can be modify to be used in event planning, retail demand, and
other
applications.
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Overview
Why on CD-ROM
Service Includes
Pricing
Benefits
Overview
Digital Guard Corporation is a company that has capitalized on recent
technological
advances that provides total digital photography as a means for recording
items for
insurance claim purposes, at a very affordable price.
The service is performed completely on site. Before leaving the site the
Digital Guard
representative will present an encrypted CD-ROM on which the pictures can be
viewed
in an organized manner, room by room with Digital Guard's software.
The software is superior to others, giving the best of both worlds - a
complete mass-
inventory system of all contents plus the ability to find a picture of any
item in a matter of
seconds. Should you ever need to file an insurance claim after a burglary,
theft, fire,
flood or storm, you have the means to view the room of your choice and
identify exactly
what was lost. This will help you settle your claim quickly and efficiently,
but most
importantly, you will have the peace of mind to know that nothing will be
overlooked or
forgotten.
Unlike a video camera where you must fast forward to see a particular room,
with Digital
Guard software you can get to any room in seconds. All images can be seen
without
pausing or distortion, and with the use of a computer, you have the option to
print off a
hard copy of any item that is required.
Digital Guard takes security very seriously. All Digital Guard representatives
undergo a
thorough security check and are bonded. At the end of the session, a legal
warranty is
signed stating that all files have been deleted from the representative's
possession. The
encrypted CD-ROM contains the only remaining copies. This encryption requires
only
the owner's PIN number to access the pictures.
Why on CD-ROM
One can isolate a portion of the picture and enlarge it for closer inspection
Encryption allows only you with the correct password to read the CD-ROM
CD-ROMs are a proven, durable, compact medium
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75 year shelf life
One does not have to own a personal computer. The CD-ROM can be taken to your
insurance broker's office or to a friendly outlet that provides a service to
use their
computers.
Service Includes
Everything performed onsite
As many pictures as required {minimum 250)
Storage on an encrypted CD-ROM, (requires a PIN number to access pictures)
A signed Warranty guaranteeing all relative pictures, images, files and data
are deleted
for total security
A bonded representative performing the service
A record for sentimental value to reminisce in the future
The opportunity to update new possessions on the original CD-ROM
Pn'cin~
Basic Package
$85 - includes unlimited number of pictures in the household on an encrypted
CD-ROM
Options
A- $15 - second encrypted CD-ROM
B- $25 - Garage, shed, outside view
C- $25 -documents (will, receipts) credit cards
D- $25 - Home based business
Update Package
$45 - using the original CD-ROM
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Deluxe Package
$375 - Includes basic package with relevant options (A,B,C,D above) plus
detailed
description of each picture i.e. serial numbers, dates of purchases, history
...
Business Package
Call for estimate
(P.S.T. & G.S.T. extra)
Benefits
An up-to-date inventory of your household or business belongings
Precise identification of what was lost (most people cannot recall all the
items
accumulated over years)
Quick and efficient insurance claim settlement
No one really expects to lose furniture or other belongings, but such events
do occur. If
disaster struck your home or business, this service will allow you to be able
to report
exactly what you lost to the police or to your insurance adjuster
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Corporate Profile
Digital Guard Corporation is a registered federal incorporated company that
has been in
Ottawa since 1999. Our primary focus is to provide an affordable service to
customers.
Whether to a residential, a business or an organization, Digital Guard
presents the ability
to have the utmost confidence to recollect all lost or destroyed items while
filing for an
insurance claim. We believe that, without a detailed method for recording
possessions,
the possibility of forgetting certain items is very high. Hence the creation
of Digital
Guard.
Capitalizing on recent technological advances, Digital Guard provides total
digital
photography as a means for recording items for insurance claim purposes. The
service is
performed completely on site, and an encrypted CD-ROM is supplied before the
Digital
Guard representative leaves. This provides the customer a complete mass-
inventory of
all contents, and with the Digital Guard software, allows the ability to view
any picture in
a desired room in a matter of seconds. Should you ever need to file an
insurance claim,
you have the means of identifying exactly what was lost. This will help settle
the claim
quickly and efficiently, but most importantly, allow the peace of mind to know
that
nothing will be overlooked nor forgotten.
Security is taken very seriously at Digital Guard. All representatives undergo
a thorough
security check and are bonded. At the end of the session, a legal warranty is
signed
stating that all files have been deleted from the representative's possession.
The
encrypted CD-ROM contains the only remaining copies. This encryption requires
only
the owner's personal PIN number to access the pictures.
Digital Guard is a proud member of the following organizations;
OCIBA - Ottawa-Carleton Insurance Brokers Association
OCA - Ontario Camping Association Commercial Member
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We invite you to learn more about Digital Guard services by viewing the
Service &
Demo section. Or, if you prefer, e-mail us and we will send you an information
package
by e-mail or mail.
Thank you for your interest in Digital Guard.
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Custom Services
Whatever your digital photo needs are (no job is too big or too small),
Digital Guard can
get the task accomplished. Possibilities:
sales on eBay
family portraits
pictures of seasonal changes / special holidays / a much loved garden etc.
allows you to reminisce in the future about certain seasons (e.g. an ice
storm, a
particularly colowful autumn) and events (e.g. Hallowe'en, holiday seasons)
pictures to supply for your web page
Contact Digital Guard with your idea today!
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Residential
Description
Digital Guard Corporation is a company that has capitalized on recent
technological
advances that provides total digital photography as a means for recording
items for
insurance claim purposes, at a very affordable price.
The service is performed completely on site, and an encrypted CD-ROM providing
a
complete mass inventory of all contents is supplied before the Digital Guard
representative leaves. With the Digital Guard software, one can view any
picture in any
room in a matter of seconds. Should you ever need to file an insurance claim
after a
burglary, theft, fire, flood or storm... here is the means of identifying
exactly what was
lost. This will help settle your claim quickly and efficiently, but most
importantly, you
will have the peace of mind of knowing that nothing has been overlooked nor
forgotten.
This service is superior to all others, offering the best of both worlds - a
complete mass
inventory system of all contents plus the ability to find a picture of any
item in a matter of
seconds. Unlike a video camera where you must fast forward to see a particular
room,
with Digital Guard software you can get to any room in seconds. All images can
be seen
without pausing or distortion, and with the use of a computer, you have the
option to print
off a hard copy of any specific item. One does not have to own a personal
computer as
the CD-ROM can be taken to your insurance broker's office or to a friendly
outlet that
provides a service to use their computers. CD-ROMs have a shelf life of 75
years and are
a proven, durable and compact medium on which to store pictures.
Digital Guard takes security very seriously. All Digital Guard representatives
undergo a
thorough security check and are bonded. At the end of the session, a legal
warranty is
signed stating that all files have been deleted from the representative's
possession. The
encrypted CD-ROM contains the only remaining copies. This encryption requires
only
the owner's personal PIN number to access the pictures.
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No one really expects to lose furniture or other belongings, but such events
do occur. If
disaster struck your home, this service will allow you to be able to report
exactly what
you lost to the police or to your insurance adjuster
Services Include
Everything performed onsite
An up-to-date inventory of your household belongings
As many pictures as required (minimum 250)
An encrypted CD-ROM, (requires a personal PIN number to access pictures) is
presented
before the representative leaves
A signed Warranty guaranteeing all relative pictures, images, files and data
are deleted
for total security
A bonded representative performing the service
The opportunity to update new possessions at any time on the original CD-ROM
Added Bonus: A record for sentimental value to reminisce in the future.
Certain items
may not have a monetary value, but now there is a record for safe keeping
Pry'cin~
Basic Package - $85
This package includes an unlimited number of pictures in the household on an
encrypted
CD-ROM
Options for the basic package
A $1 S - Second encrypted CD-ROM
B $25 - Garage, shed, outside view
C $25 - Documents (will, receipts) credit cards
D $25 - Home based business
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Update Package - $45
This package is designed to quickly update a household on an annual or semi
annual
basis or whenever the service is required using the original CD-ROM.
Deluxe Package - $375
This package is an extension of the basic Package. With all the relevant
options that are
applicable (A, B, C, D above), this service allows the ability to describe
each picture with
a detailed description of any information that is required i.e. serial
numbers, dates of
purchases, history ... This service is performed completely on site with no
time
restrictions.
P.S.T. & G.S.T applicable
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Welcome to Digital Guard
http://www.digitalguard.ca/se...residential/html/welcome.html
DIGITAL
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Welcome
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Digital Guard
With Digital Guard software, pictureview version 2.0, you have the ability to
view your home room by room. Your home has 1 1 rooms, with a total of 64
pictures.
On the left is a list of your rooms. To view a specific room, click on the
name of the room i.e. kitchen. Then on the right, the kitchen pictures
(thumbprints) will appear. These thumbprints will allow you to scroll quickly
through your collection. To enlarge a picture for clearer details, click on
the
thumbprint.
With the services of Digital Guard, you will have the peace of mind of being
able to recall all of your personal possessions collected over the years.
Thank you for using Digital Guard.
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Select a room below to view the pictures.
Welcome Page
Total Pictures
64
~ MainBathroom
~ FamilyRoom
~ Garage
. kitchen
~ LaundryRoom
~ LivingRoom
. DiningRoom
. MainFoyer
~ MasterBedroom
. RecRoom
. ThirdBedroom
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Commercial
Description
Digital Guard Corporation is a company that has capitalized on recent
technological
advances that provides total digital photography as a means for recording
items for
insurance claim purposes, at a very affordable price.
The commercial service has two different options - the mufti building service
and the
single building service. The mufti building service allows a company to have
multiple
buildings on the same CD-ROM. With Digital Guard software, any picture, in any
room,
from any building can be viewed in a matter of seconds. The single building
service
allows any picture, in any room to be viewed in a matter of seconds.
Both services are performed completely on site with two encrypted CD-ROMs,
each
providing a complete mass inventory of all contents being supplied before the
Digital
Guard representative leaves. Should you ever need to file an insurance claim
after a
burglary, theft, fire, flood or storm... there is the means of identifying
exactly what was
lost. This will help settle the claim quickly and efficiently, but most
importantly, allow
the peace of mind of knowing that nothing will be overlooked nor forgotten.
This service is superior to all others, giving the best of both worlds - a
complete mass
inventory system of all contents plus the ability to search out a specific
picture in a matter
of seconds. Unlike a video camera where you must fast forward to see a
particular room,
with Digital Guard software you can get to any room in seconds. All images can
be seen
without pausing or distortion, and with the use of a computer, you have the
option to print
off a hard copy of any specific or required item. CD-ROMs have a shelf life of
75 years
and are a proven, durable and compact medium on which to store pictures.
Digital Guard takes security very seriously. All Digital Guard representatives
undergo a
thorough security check and are bonded. At the end of the session, a legal
warranty is
signed stating that all files have been deleted from the representative's
possession. The
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encrypted CD-ROM contains the only remaining copies. This encryption requires
an
original PIN number to access the pictures.
No one really expects to file an insurance claim, but such events do occur. If
disaster
struck your business, this service will allow you to be able to report exactly
what you lost
to the police or to your insurance adjuster
Service Includes
Everything performed onsite
Two encrypted CD-ROMs, (access to pictures by original PIN number) is
presented
before the representative leaves
As many pictures taken as required to record all possessions
A signed Warranty guaranteeing all relative pictures, images, files and data
are deleted
for total security
A bonded representative performing the service
The opportunity to update new possessions at any time on the original CD-ROM's
Added Bonus: A record for sentimental value to reminisce in the future.
Certain items
may not have a monetary value, but now there is a record for safe keeping
Pn_ cina
Depending on the size and time to complete the service. Call for estimate.
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Events
Description
Put your next event on the web! Add a splash to your web pages with pictures
from your
next event. Digital Guard can put your business event, social event, community
event, or
sporting event on-line in full colour quickly and easily, at a very affordable
cost.
Pricing
Call for estimate
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Retail Demand
Description
Give your retail store a competitive edge on the web. Digital Guard can
digitally record
items of your inventory and integrate it into your web site to create a weekly
demand for
your web-base customers.
Allow your web site to draw customers into your store on a weekly bases.
Digital Guard
can provide this service at a very affordable price. Each week, post new items
that you
want to promote or move. Tell your customers about this service as an added-
value
service you are offering.
This service is performed completely on site and the representative will
photograph up to
40 pictures and upload the pictures with Digital Guard's software to your web
site, all
within a one-hour period.
Pricing - $50/wk
This price includes 40 pictures of your choice converted into the Digital
Guard software
and then uploaded from your store, all within a one-hour period.
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