Media presentation system using audience and audio feedback for playback level control

Abstract

Automatic control of media presentation parameters is provided by using one or more of real-time audio playback measurement data from microphones and audience facial and body expression interpretation from video and infrared cameras, in conjunction with artificial intelligence for interpretation and evaluation of facial and body expression and predetermined perceptual audio models. Media presentation parameters can include, for example, speaker volume, audio equalization, feedback elimination, play / pause, and other audio content-related aspects of presentation. In some embodiments, additional environmental parameters can be modified to enhance audience experience, such as, for example, temperature, lighting, and the like, in response to audience facial and body expression.

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BACKGROUNDField[0001]This disclosure relates generally to media playback control, and more specifically, to enhancing audience experience by controlling media playback parameters using interpretation of audience reaction.Related Art[0002]When listening to audio content provided by movies, music, conferencing, and the like, audio parameters such as volume level, dynamic range control, balance, and equalization can often require adjustments to provide an optimal listener experience. For example, volume can be too soft or too loud. Equalizer settings can be good for one song or genre but not good for another, or good for music but not movies. Alternatively, the dynamic range can be too high within one track of music or during a movie, which makes it uncomfortable to continue to experience the audio content without adjusting volume control or equalization. Such adjustments can require the listener to move from a seated position and make adjustments at the media presentation system or re...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention relates to a system and method for automatically controlling media playback parameters to enhance the audience experience. The system uses real-time audio playback measurement data from microphones and audience facial and body expression interpretation from video and infrared cameras, in conjunction with artificial intelligence for interpretation and evaluation of facial and body expression, to adjust media presentation parameters such as speaker volume, audio equalization, feedback elimination, play / pause, and others. The system can also modify environmental parameters such as temperature, lighting, and sound levels to improve the audience experience. The invention aims to provide a better understanding of the audience's reaction to the media presentation and make the listening or viewing experience more immersive.

Problems solved by technology

For example, volume can be too soft or too loud.

Alternatively, the dynamic range can be too high within one track of music or during a movie, which makes it uncomfortable to continue to experience the audio content without adjusting volume control or equalization.

Such adjustments can require the listener to move from a seated position and make adjustments at the media presentation system or reach for a remote control, thereby causing a reduction in listening experience.

Constant interaction between a listener and media presentation equipment can frustrate the listener and detract from the overall experience of listening to audio content.

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