Address Management Module for HDMI Wireless Hybrid Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
The challenge lies in appropriately assigning addresses for HDMI communication schemes in digital devices that also support wireless communication, as the connection forms involving different communication schemes complicate address allocation, especially when multiple devices are connected via HDMI and wireless links.
Innovation Solution
A communication apparatus with a first communication module for HDMI and a second for wireless communication, along with an address management module that assigns HDMI physical addresses to devices connected via wireless modules based on address values defined by the HDMI scheme, using methods such as replacing bits in HDMI addresses with Station ID values to enable seamless address assignment and path switching.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If digital devices support multiple communication schemes (HDMI and wireless), then connectivity versatility is improved, but address assignment complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an address conversion module that acts as an intermediary between wireless communication modules and HDMI communication modules. This module converts wireless station addresses to HDMI physical addresses, enabling seamless communication across different protocols without requiring complex manual address configuration. The conversion module mediates the address assignment process, translating addresses from one communication scheme to another, thereby resolving the complexity issue while maintaining multi-protocol support.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent dynamically changes address parameters based on the communication protocol being used. The address conversion module modifies address values by replacing specific bits (such as replacing the upper 8 bits of a wireless station address with the lower 8 bits to form an HDMI physical address). This parameter transformation allows the same device to operate with different address formats depending on the active communication protocol, thereby supporting multiple schemes without increasing operational complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple devices are connected via wireless and HDMI in complex configurations, then connection flexibility is improved, but address management difficulty increases
Solution Approach 1:
The address conversion module operates autonomously to perform address translation without requiring external intervention or complex management procedures. When a device joins the network or when communication protocols are switched, the module automatically detects the need for address conversion and executes the translation process. This self-service capability eliminates the need for manual address configuration and reduces the difficulty of managing complex multi-protocol connections.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where the address conversion module continuously monitors communication status and dynamically adjusts address assignments. When devices are added or removed from the network, or when communication paths change, the module receives feedback about the current network state and automatically updates address conversions accordingly. This feedback-driven approach simplifies address management in dynamic multi-protocol environments.
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AI summary
According to one embodiment, an electronic apparatus comprises a first communication module, a terminal, a second communication module and an address management module. The first communication module is configured to communicate with at least one device in accordance with a first communication scheme. The second communication module is configured to communicate with at least one device in accordance with a second communication scheme via the terminal. Lastly, the address management module is configured to assign a first physical address value to said at least one device via the second communication module based on an identification (ID) value of the apparatus, wherein the first physical address value is information associated with the second communication scheme and the ID value is information associated with the first communication scheme and is assigned based on an assignment scheme defined by the first communication scheme.