Sonos, Inc. (20240334144). TECHNIQUES FOR PROVIDING ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT FEEDBACK simplified abstract
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TECHNIQUES FOR PROVIDING ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT FEEDBACK
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Inventor(s)
Jason Yore of Santa Barbara CA (US)
James Park of Santa Barbara CA (US)
TECHNIQUES FOR PROVIDING ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT FEEDBACK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240334144 titled 'TECHNIQUES FOR PROVIDING ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT FEEDBACK
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a playback device that includes speakers, amplifiers, a line-in port, and visual indicators to show when an audio source is connected.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Playback device with speakers and amplifiers
- Line-in port for connecting to an audio source
- Visual indicators for showing connection status
Potential Applications: This technology could be used in home entertainment systems, music studios, and public address systems.
Problems Solved: The technology solves the problem of uncertainty in knowing when an audio source is properly connected to the playback device.
Benefits:
- Easy and clear indication of audio source connection
- Improved user experience
- Prevents audio playback issues due to improper connections
Commercial Applications: The technology could be marketed to audio equipment manufacturers, entertainment venues, and recording studios to enhance user experience and prevent technical issues.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research on visual indicators for audio devices or methods of improving user interface in audio equipment.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers may be exploring new ways to enhance user experience in audio playback devices or improve connectivity indicators.
Questions about the Technology: 1. How does this technology improve user experience in audio playback devices? 2. What are the potential market implications of this innovation?
Original Abstract Submitted
in one example, a playback device includes one or more speakers, one or more amplifiers configured to drive the one or more speakers, a line-in port configured to receive a line-in connector to couple the playback device to an audio source, and at least one visual context indicator configured to display, during an initialization period of the line-in connector following the audio source being coupled to the playback device via the line-in connector and the line-in port, visual feedback indicating connection of the audio source to the playback device.
