Blackmagic Design Pty Ltd (20240291455). AUDIO PROCESSING simplified abstract

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AUDIO PROCESSING

Organization Name

Blackmagic Design Pty Ltd

Inventor(s)

Michael Paris Kyrannis of Altona North (AU)

AUDIO PROCESSING - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240291455 titled 'AUDIO PROCESSING

The patent application describes an audio processing system that includes an analog amplification stage with a fixed gain and dynamic range, an analog to digital conversion stage with a matching dynamic range, and a digital gain stage for user-selectable gain.

  • Analog amplification stage with fixed gain and dynamic range
  • Analog to digital conversion stage with matching dynamic range
  • Digital gain stage for user-selectable gain

Potential Applications: - Professional audio recording equipment - Live sound reinforcement systems - Home theater systems

Problems Solved: - Maintaining signal integrity during analog to digital conversion - Providing user control over signal gain

Benefits: - High-quality audio signal processing - Customizable gain settings for different applications

Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Audio Processing System for Professional Sound Equipment" This technology can be used in professional audio recording studios, live sound venues, and home entertainment systems to enhance audio quality and provide flexibility in signal processing.

Prior Art: Researchers can explore prior patents related to audio signal processing, analog to digital conversion, and digital gain control to understand the existing technology landscape.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in audio processing technology, digital signal processing algorithms, and user interface design for audio equipment.

Questions about Audio Processing Systems: 1. How does the analog amplification stage impact the overall audio quality? The analog amplification stage sets the initial gain and dynamic range of the audio signal, influencing the clarity and fidelity of the processed sound.

2. What are the key differences between analog and digital gain control in audio processing systems? Analog gain control adjusts the signal strength in the analog domain, while digital gain control modifies the signal amplitude after conversion to digital format.


Original Abstract Submitted

an audio processing system has, at an input for receiving a balanced analog audio signal, an analog amplification stage having a first fixed gain and a first dynamic range. the system further includes an analog to digital conversion stage, having a second dynamic range that matches said first dynamic range of the analog amplification stage. a digital gain stage can also be provided to allow user selectable gain.