18478241. NETWORKED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, & METHODS FOR ASSOCIATING PLAYBACK DEVICES BASED ON SOUND CODES simplified abstract (Sonos, Inc.)
Contents
- 1 NETWORKED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, & METHODS FOR ASSOCIATING PLAYBACK DEVICES BASED ON SOUND CODES
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 NETWORKED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, & METHODS FOR ASSOCIATING PLAYBACK DEVICES BASED ON SOUND CODES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
NETWORKED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, & METHODS FOR ASSOCIATING PLAYBACK DEVICES BASED ON SOUND CODES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Connor Kristopher Smith of New Hudson MI (US)
Charles Conor Sleith of Waltham MA (US)
John Tolomei of Renton WA (US)
NETWORKED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, & METHODS FOR ASSOCIATING PLAYBACK DEVICES BASED ON SOUND CODES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18478241 titled 'NETWORKED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, & METHODS FOR ASSOCIATING PLAYBACK DEVICES BASED ON SOUND CODES
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a playback device that can associate with another playback device based on sound codes and spatial relationships.
- The playback device can identify a trigger event indicating a request to associate with another playback device.
- It creates a first sound code based on a detected sound specimen.
- It receives a sound object from the other playback device and identifies a second sound code.
- Based on the first and second sound codes, it determines a spatial relationship with the other playback device.
- It causes the devices to be associated in accordance with the request.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in:
- Multi-room audio systems
- Collaborative music creation platforms
Problems Solved
This technology solves issues related to:
- Seamless device pairing
- Spatial awareness in audio playback systems
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Enhanced user experience
- Simplified device connectivity
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications of this technology include:
- Smart home audio systems
- Music production software
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of Bluetooth technology for device pairing in audio systems.
Unanswered Questions
How does the playback device determine the spatial relationship with the other playback device based on the sound codes?
The playback device likely uses signal strength and timing information to determine the spatial relationship with the other device.
What types of trigger events can the playback device identify to initiate the association process?
The playback device may identify trigger events such as a specific sound pattern or a user command to initiate the association process.
Original Abstract Submitted
In one aspect, a playback device is provided that is configured to identify a trigger event indicating a request to associate the playback device with another playback device. Based on identifying the trigger event, the playback device is configured to create a first sound code based on a first sound specimen detected by the playback device. After identifying the trigger event, the playback device is configured to receive from the other playback device a sound object and based on receiving the sound object, identify a second sound code. The playback device is also configured to, based on the first sound code and the second sound code, determine that it and the other playback device have a spatial relationship. Based on that determination, the playback device is configured to cause it and the other playback device to be associated in accordance with the indicated request.
