System and method for loudspeaker position estimation
US9986359B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 1, 2016 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04S2400/01
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of systems and methods are described for estimating a position of a loudspeaker and notifying a listener if an abnormal condition is detected, such as an incorrect loudspeaker orientation or an obstruction in a path between the loudspeaker and a microphone array. For example, a front component of a multi-channel surround sound system may include the microphone array and a position estimation engine. The position estimation engine may estimate the distance between the loudspeaker and the microphone array. In addition, the position estimation engine may estimate an angle of the loudspeaker using a first technique. The position estimation engine may also estimate an angle of the loudspeaker using a second technique. The two angles can be processed to determine whether the abnormal condition exists. If the abnormal condition exists, a listener can be notified and be provided with suggestions for resolving the issue in a graphical user interface.
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