Dynamic Audio Volume Control for Television Noise Compliance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing television systems lack the ability to dynamically adjust audio volume based on user-configurable criteria, such as time of day or content type, which can lead to noise disturbances and non-compliance with noise regulations.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that detect commands to tune to specific programming and determine if applicable criteria for attenuating audio are met, generating commands to modify the audio output volume to a finite level, ensuring compliance with user-defined thresholds.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If audio volume is kept at high levels for all programming, then user enjoyment is improved, but noise disturbances and non-compliance with noise regulations occur
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts audio volume levels based on real-time evaluation of programmable criteria such as time of day, channel identity, and content type. The volume control transitions from a static fixed level to a dynamic adaptive system that automatically modifies output based on environmental and content-specific conditions, resolving the contradiction between maintaining enjoyable volume levels and preventing noise disturbances.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes the audio volume parameter adaptively rather than maintaining a constant level. By implementing programmable criteria that evaluate multiple variables (time, channel, content characteristics), the system modifies the volume parameter in response to changing conditions, thereby achieving both user satisfaction and noise compliance across different viewing scenarios.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If audio volume is attenuated for all programming, then noise disturbances are reduced, but user enjoyment and compliance with varying noise regulations is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The system applies different volume attenuation qualities to different programming content based on specific criteria. Rather than uniformly attenuating all audio, the programmable criteria enable localized quality adjustments where only specific channels, time periods, or content types receive volume reduction. This resolves the contradiction by making noise control adaptive and context-specific, maintaining compliance with varying regulations while preserving user enjoyment for appropriate content.
Solution Approach 2:
The volume control system transitions from a static attenuated state to a dynamic adaptive system that automatically modifies output based on environmental and content-specific conditions, resolving the contradiction between maintaining enjoyable volume levels and preventing noise disturbances.
3Ease of operation
If manual volume control is provided for all scenarios, then user control is improved, but complexity of operation and setup increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system provides self-service automated volume control based on programmable criteria, eliminating the need for users to manually adjust volume for each scenario. The television receiver automatically evaluates criteria such as time of day, channel identity, and content type, and adjusts volume accordingly without user intervention. This resolves the contradiction by providing intelligent automation that simplifies operation while maintaining adaptability across diverse viewing conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary configuration of volume control parameters and criteria before actual use. Users can pre-program criteria and preferences, and the system automatically applies these pre-established rules during operation, eliminating the need for complex real-time manual adjustments and reducing operational complexity.
4Device complexity
If no volume adjustment is implemented, then device complexity is minimized, but noise disturbances and inability to comply with noise regulations occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The television receiver performs self-service automated volume control by internally evaluating programmable criteria and automatically adjusting output volume without requiring external control systems or complex user intervention. This resolves the contradiction by implementing intelligent automation within the existing device architecture, achieving noise compliance and adaptability without proportionally increasing device complexity.
Data Source
AI summary
Control, based upon one or more pre-determined and user-configurable criterion, the loudness or intensity of audio as output by a television or handheld mobile device.