Image Reproduction System Audio Feedback Display Control

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional image reproduction systems cannot dynamically adjust the display time of images based on a viewer's response during a slide show, leading to fixed display times that do not accommodate viewer interest.

Innovation Solution

An image reproduction system that includes an audio input unit to detect viewer sounds, an audio determination unit to assess sound levels, and a control unit to extend or change the display time of images based on viewer engagement, allowing for dynamic adjustment of image display times during a slide show.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Extent of automation

If the display time of images in a slide show is set in advance, then the image reproduction system can automatically reproduce and display images without requiring manual intervention, but the display time cannot be adjusted according to viewer response or interest

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveautomatic image reproductionVSAvoiddisplay time adjustment
Core Design Contradiction:
Extent of automationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system incorporates an audio input unit that captures viewer reactions (such as applause or comments) during image display, and an audio determination unit that analyzes this feedback to determine viewer engagement level. Based on this feedback, the control unit dynamically adjusts the display time of images, extending the display time when positive viewer response is detected. This feedback mechanism enables the automated system to adapt to viewer preferences in real-time.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The display time of images is transformed from a fixed, pre-set parameter into a dynamic parameter that can change during the reproduction process. The control unit modifies the display time based on real-time audio feedback, allowing the system to extend display time when viewer engagement is detected and maintain standard timing when engagement is low. This dynamic adjustment resolves the contradiction between automation and adaptability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of operation

If the display time for each image is fixed and uniform, then the image reproduction system maintains simple and consistent operation, but viewers cannot view images of interest for longer durations

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconsistent display timingVSAvoidviewer interest accommodation
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system uses audio feedback from viewers during image display to determine engagement levels. When positive feedback (such as applause or verbal appreciation) is detected by the audio determination unit, the control unit extends the display time to allow viewers to appreciate the image longer. This feedback-based mechanism maintains operational simplicity while accommodating viewer interests.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The display time parameter is changed from a fixed value to a variable value that responds to audio feedback conditions. The control unit modifies the display time parameter based on the detection results from the audio determination unit, extending display time when viewer engagement is detected. This parameter change enables the system to maintain consistent basic operation while adapting to viewer preferences.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Device complexity

If the image reproduction system does not consider viewer response, then the system structure remains simple, but the viewing experience cannot be enhanced based on viewer engagement

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesystem structure simplicityVSAvoidviewing experience quality
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The system adds an audio input unit and audio determination unit that capture and analyze viewer reactions during image display. This feedback mechanism enables the control unit to adjust display time based on viewer engagement, significantly enhancing viewing experience quality. The modular addition of these components maintains relative system simplicity while achieving the desired functionality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system enables itself to respond to viewer preferences automatically through the audio feedback mechanism. The audio determination unit analyzes viewer reactions and the control unit autonomously adjusts display time without requiring manual user input or intervention. This self-service capability enhances viewing experience while avoiding the need for complex user interface controls.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS8712211B2Image reproduction system and image reproduction processing program
Publication Date: 2014.04.29 NIKON CORP
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AI summary

An image reproduction system comprising: an image data storage unit that stores a plurality of image data, an image display unit that successively displays a plurality of images based on the plurality of image data, an audio input unit that receives as input sound of a surrounding environment, an audio determination unit that determines whether the sound received as input by the audio input unit is in a predetermined state, and a control unit that controls a display time of the image displayed on the image display unit at the time of determination by the audio determination unit based on the results of determination by the audio determination unit when continuously displaying the plurality of images on the image display unit while successively switching them.