20240036808. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING MICROPHONES OF COMMUNICATION DEVICES AT A COMMON LOCATION simplified abstract (LENOVO (SINGAPORE) PTE.LTD)
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING MICROPHONES OF COMMUNICATION DEVICES AT A COMMON LOCATION
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Inventor(s)
John W. Nicholson of Cary NC (US)
Darryl C. Cromer of Raleigh NC (US)
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING MICROPHONES OF COMMUNICATION DEVICES AT A COMMON LOCATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240036808 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING MICROPHONES OF COMMUNICATION DEVICES AT A COMMON LOCATION
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a system and method that involve a control unit communicating with multiple communication devices at a common location. Each communication device has a microphone. The control unit receives audio signals from the microphones of these devices and can selectively unmute the microphone of one device while muting the microphone of at least one other device based on the audio signals.
- The control unit communicates with multiple communication devices at a common location.
- Each communication device has a microphone.
- The control unit receives audio signals from the microphones of these devices.
- The control unit can selectively unmute the microphone of one device.
- The control unit can mute the microphone of at least one other device.
- The selection of muting/unmuting is based on the audio signals received.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Conference rooms: The system can be used in conference rooms to manage audio during meetings, allowing only one participant's microphone to be active at a time.
- Broadcasting: This technology can be utilized in broadcasting studios to control audio inputs from multiple microphones, ensuring only one microphone is active at a given time.
- Public speaking events: The system can be employed in venues where multiple speakers are present, allowing the control unit to manage and switch between microphones as needed.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Audio interference: By selectively muting the microphones of other devices, this technology helps reduce audio interference and background noise, ensuring clearer audio transmission.
- Conflicting audio signals: The system solves the problem of conflicting audio signals by allowing only one microphone to be active at a time, preventing overlapping or mixed audio.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved audio quality: By muting unused microphones and selectively activating one microphone at a time, the system ensures better audio quality with reduced background noise.
- Enhanced communication: The technology facilitates smoother communication by managing and controlling audio inputs, preventing interruptions and ensuring clarity during conversations or presentations.
- Efficient audio management: The system automates the process of muting and unmuting microphones, saving time and effort compared to manual control.
Original Abstract Submitted
a system and method include a control unit in communication with a plurality of communication devices at a common location. each of the plurality of communication devices includes a microphone. the control unit is configured to receive one or more audio signals from the microphone of each of the plurality of communication devices. the control unit is further configured to selectively unmute the microphone of one of the plurality of communication devices and mute the microphone of at least one other of the plurality of communication devices based on the one or more audio signals.
