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Adaptive amplifier circuitry for microphone array

US7864969B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 28, 2006
Grant dateJan 4, 2011
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Expiry dateAug 7, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04R2430/23
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Adaptive amplifier circuitry for a microphone array with alternative operating modes. In one mode, background noise is reduced when the speaker is in a near field position and a relatively quiet environment. In another mode, the microphone signals are amplified, with speech being boosted more than background noise, when the speaker moves from a near field position to a far field position.

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