Audio Processing Apparatus Dual Mode Operation Simplifies Cascading
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Solution Overview
Problem
Connecting multiple audio processing apparatuses is cumbersome due to the need for complex settings to manage relationships between various audio processing operations, making it difficult for users to configure and operate them effectively.
Innovation Solution
An audio processing apparatus with multiple input and output ports, featuring processors that adjust acoustic characteristics, allowing for two operation modes: one where adjustments are effective for output to multiple ports, and another where adjustments are ineffective, enabling simplified connection and operation of multiple apparatuses by setting one apparatus in a second operation mode and another in a first operation mode.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple audio processing apparatuses are connected to process audio signals, then the audio processing capability is improved, but the setting complexity and operational difficulty increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the audio processing function into two distinct modes: a first operation mode where the adjuster is effective and processes audio signals, and a second operation mode where the adjuster is ineffective and passes through audio signals without processing. This segmentation allows each apparatus to have a clear, simple function depending on its mode, eliminating the need for complex inter-apparatus settings while maintaining versatile audio processing capability through mode selection.
Solution Approach 2:
The audio processing apparatus dynamically switches between two operation modes based on operational needs. The first operation mode enables the adjuster to process audio signals for enhanced audio quality, while the second operation mode disables the adjuster for direct signal passing. This dynamic switching capability allows the system to adapt to different connection scenarios without requiring complex configuration settings.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple audio processing apparatuses are connected in cascade, then the audio signal processing flexibility is improved, but the configuration work becomes cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the audio processing function into distinct operation modes. When multiple apparatuses are connected in cascade, each apparatus can be independently configured with a simple mode selection. The first operation mode enables local audio processing, while the second operation mode enables direct signal passing. This segmentation eliminates the need for complex inter-apparatus configuration while maintaining flexible audio signal processing capabilities.
Solution Approach 2:
The audio processing apparatus automatically determines its operational state based on the mode selection, without requiring complex configuration of inter-apparatus relationships. The system self-manages the adjuster's effective or ineffective state according to the selected operation mode, significantly reducing configuration time and effort while maintaining flexible audio signal processing.
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AI summary
An audio processing apparatus includes a first input port, a second input port, a first processor that processes an audio signal input to the first input port and that includes a first adjuster which adjusts acoustic characteristics of the audio signal, a second processor that processes an audio signal input to the second input port, and output ports having a first particular output port. In a first operation mode, the first adjuster is set in an effective state and each of an audio signal as processed by the first processor and an audio signal as processed by the second processor is output from one or more of the output ports. In a second operation mode, the first adjuster is set in an ineffective state and an audio signal as processed by the first processor is output from the first particular output port.