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System and method for testing and certification of media devices for use within a connected media environment

US9609448B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 30, 2014
Grant dateMar 28, 2017
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Expiry dateApr 4, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04R2499/11
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In accordance with an embodiment, described herein is a system and method for testing and certification of media devices for use within a connected media environment. A testing device includes an input mechanism, for example a microphone, and a plurality of test files. Each test file can be used to produce a characteristic signal, for example an audio track having a particular frequency. The testing device emulates a gateway between a media device under test, such as an audio speaker, and a media server. Test scripts can be used to mimic commands to play or otherwise access media content at the device under test. Playback of a particular test file can be detected and recognized according to the characteristic signal produced by that test file. Resultant test information can be used to evaluate the performance and/or certify operation of the media device within the connected media environment.

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