Mobile Terminal Volume Control in Quiet Mode
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mobile communication terminals lack the ability to control audio signal volume when in quiet mode, as they indiscriminately set the volume to zero, failing to provide options for outputting audio signals during specific functions like broadcast or game modes.
Innovation Solution
A method and system for enabling a specific mode that allows output of audio signals while in quiet mode, with options to fully or partially disable the quiet mode, and maintaining the quiet mode status after the specific mode is terminated, using a control unit, input unit, and audio output unit to manage volume settings.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the quiet mode is set to completely disable audio output, then the notification function is improved, but the audio signal volume control capability is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the quiet mode configurable with multiple levels (full quiet mode, partial quiet mode, and specific mode exceptions) rather than a fixed state. Users can dynamically adjust the mode between these options based on their needs, allowing the system to adapt between complete audio suppression and selective audio output for specific functions like games or broadcasts.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the parameter of quiet mode from a binary state (on/off) to a multi-level parameter system with different modes (full quiet, partial quiet, specific mode exceptions). This allows granular control over audio output, where users can select which applications or functions should be exempt from audio suppression while maintaining quiet mode for notifications.
2Reliability
If the volume is indiscriminately set to zero in quiet mode, then the quiet mode effectiveness is improved, but the user flexibility is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system transitions from a static quiet mode implementation to a dynamic one where users can switch between full quiet mode, partial quiet mode, and specific mode exceptions. This dynamic configuration allows users to adjust the level of audio suppression based on their current needs, improving both effectiveness and flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the quiet mode functionality into distinct levels (full quiet mode, partial quiet mode, specific mode exceptions) and allows users to select among them. This segmentation enables fine-grained control, where users can choose to suppress audio completely, partially, or only for certain applications, thereby improving user flexibility without compromising quiet mode effectiveness.
3Reliability
If audio output is completely blocked in quiet mode, then the notification reliability is improved, but the functionality for specific modes is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a parameter change by adding a 'specific mode exception' option to the quiet mode settings. This allows users to configure the system to maintain audio output for specific functions (such as games, broadcasts, or media players) even when quiet mode is enabled, thereby expanding functionality while preserving notification reliability through alternative non-audio methods.
Solution Approach 2:
The system becomes dynamic by allowing users to switch between different quiet mode configurations, including the ability to enable audio output for specific modes. This dynamic adaptability ensures that notification reliability is maintained through configurable means while accommodating the diverse functionality requirements of different applications.
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AI summary
A mobile communication terminal and method of controlling a volume thereof are disclosed, by which the volume of the mobile communication terminal can be controlled in case of entering a specific mode while a manner mode is set. The present invention includes entering a specific mode for outputting an audio signal while a manner mode is set, selecting a presence or non-presence of an output of the audio signal, and terminating the specific mode, wherein the manner mode is maintained in case of terminating the specific mode.