Projector Mode Switching Using Environmental Image Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing projector systems require cumbersome on-screen display (OSD) menu operations for mode switching, which complicates the user experience, especially for users unfamiliar with the interface.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that utilizes an electronic device with an image capture module to automatically adjust projector modes based on environmental parameters, such as brightness, by capturing images and generating setting instructions to switch between projection modes without manual user intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual OSD menu operation is used for mode switching, then the projector can switch between different projection modes, but the operation process becomes cumbersome and user experience deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically detects environmental parameters (brightness, color temperature) and autonomously selects appropriate projection modes without requiring users to manually navigate OSD menus. The electronic device performs self-service by capturing environment images, analyzing parameters, and transmitting mode selection instructions back to the projector.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical/manual OSD menu navigation system with an automated electronic detection and control system. Instead of manual button presses and menu navigation, the system uses an image capture module to detect environmental parameters and automatically determines the optimal projection mode through electronic processing.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple projection modes are provided to adapt to different scenarios, then the adaptability improves, but the complexity of mode selection increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system establishes a feedback loop where the image capture module continuously monitors environmental parameters (brightness, color temperature), the processor analyzes these parameters, and the projector automatically adjusts its projection mode based on the analyzed feedback. This closed-loop system eliminates the need for manual mode selection while maintaining adaptability to different scenarios.
Solution Approach 2:
The projector system performs self-service by automatically detecting environmental conditions and selecting appropriate projection modes without user intervention. The electronic device captures environment images, determines imaging parameters, and autonomously controls the projector to switch between cinema mode, game mode, presentation mode, and other projection modes.
3Ease of operation
If automatic mode switching is implemented, then user experience improves, but the need for image capture and processing increases system complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic device performs multiple functions using a single integrated system: it captures environment images, analyzes imaging parameters (brightness, color temperature), determines optimal projection modes, and transmits control instructions to the projector. This multi-functional approach consolidates what could be separate complex systems into a unified device.
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AI summary
The disclosure proposes a system, method, and non-transitory computer readable storage medium for adjusting projection modes. The above-mentioned system includes a projector and an electronic device. The projector has a plurality of projection modes, and the electronic device is communicatively connected to the projector. In response to the electronic device generating an auto mode instruction according to an operation, an image capture module on the electronic device is enabled to capture an image of an environment where the projector is located. The image capture module determines a plurality of imaging parameters when capturing the image according to the environment. The electronic device generates a setting instruction according to the imaging parameters and transmits the setting instruction to the projector. The projector selects one of the plurality of projection modes according to the setting instruction and determines a projection parameter of the projector according to the selected projection mode.