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Method and apparatus for combining speakerphone and video conference unit operations

US8947487B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 6, 2005
Grant dateFeb 3, 2015
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Expiry dateJul 4, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04W88/02
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A High Speed Serial Bus connecting teleconference devices, such as video conference unit, speakerphone, external loudspeakers or microphones is disclosed. The disclosed embodiments enable the distributing and sharing of controls among the linked devices. They enable incremental upgrades or capacity increases of the teleconference system.

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