Device Identification Rendering for Pairing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face confusion and delay when interacting with multiple electronic apparatuses due to the lack of effective methods for identifying and pairing devices during the pairing process, especially in contexts where clear feedback and identification of peripheral devices are necessary.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a system where electronic apparatuses can render information indicative of their identification through output devices, such as displays or audio signals, in response to discovery requests, allowing users to easily select and pair devices based on their identification information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple electronic apparatuses are used in various contexts, then the functionality and versatility increase, but user confusion and pairing difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms where each electronic apparatus provides identification information (such as device names, icons, or visual indicators) to the user during the pairing process. This feedback allows users to distinguish between multiple devices and make informed pairing decisions, thereby reducing confusion while maintaining versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary pairing interface or discovery mechanism that mediates between multiple electronic apparatuses and the user. This intermediary presents a unified view of available devices, allowing users to select and pair with the desired apparatus without direct complexity from the underlying multiple devices.
2Measurement precision
If identification information is provided for multiple peripheral devices, then device selection accuracy improves, but information processing and display complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts only the essential identification information needed for device selection (such as device names, icons, or key distinguishing features) while omitting unnecessary detailed information. This extraction approach maintains selection accuracy by providing sufficient identification cues without overwhelming the user or system with excessive data processing requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments identification information into hierarchical levels or categories (such as device type, name, and optional detailed attributes). This segmentation allows the system to process and present information in manageable portions, improving selection accuracy through structured presentation while reducing overall processing complexity through modular information organization.
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AI summary
A method comprising receiving, by an apparatus, information indicative of an apparatus discovery request from a separate apparatus, sending an apparatus discovery response that comprises apparatus identification information to the separate apparatus in response to the apparatus discovery request, and causing rendering, by an output device, of information indicative of identification information in response to the apparatus discovery request.