Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240323609). ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR simplified abstract
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR
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Youngsuk Song of Suwon-si (KR)
Haekwang Park of Suwon-si (KR)
ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240323609 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR
The abstract describes an electronic device and a control method that involves receiving audio data with presentation time stamp information and time stamp information of an external device, synchronizing system time between the electronic device and the external device, storing audio data in a buffer based on system time and presentation time stamp information, outputting the audio data through a speaker, and adjusting the audio clock based on buffer amount.
- Receiving audio data with presentation time stamp and external device time stamp information
- Synchronizing system time between electronic device and external device
- Storing audio data in a buffer based on system time and presentation time stamp
- Outputting audio data through a speaker using an audio clock
- Adjusting the audio clock based on buffer amount
Potential Applications: - Audio playback synchronization in multimedia devices - Real-time audio processing in communication systems - Time-sensitive audio applications in gaming consoles
Problems Solved: - Ensuring accurate audio output timing - Synchronizing audio playback across multiple devices - Managing system time discrepancies between devices
Benefits: - Improved audio synchronization - Enhanced user experience in multimedia applications - Efficient handling of time-sensitive audio data
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Audio Synchronization Technology for Multimedia Devices" This technology can be utilized in smart speakers, home entertainment systems, and virtual reality headsets to enhance audio playback synchronization and overall user experience.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the system ensure accurate synchronization between the electronic device and external device? 2. What are the potential challenges in adjusting the audio clock based on buffer amount?
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in audio synchronization technology in multimedia devices to ensure optimal performance and compatibility with evolving audio standards.
Original Abstract Submitted
an electronic device and a control method thereof is provided. the electronic device control method may include receiving audio data and data on the audio data including a presentation time stamp information indicating when the audio data is required to be output, and a time stamp information of an external device; synchronizing a system time of the electronic device with a system time of the external device by using the time stamp information of the electronic device and of the external device; storing the audio data in a buffer based on the system time of the electronic device and the presentation time stamp information; outputting the audio data stored in the buffer by a first audio clock through a speaker of the electronic device; and changing the first audio clock by comparing the audio data stored in the buffer with a predetermined buffer amount.
