Data processing: measuring – calibrating – or testing – Measurement system – Statistical measurement
Patent
1997-01-29
1998-10-13
Barlow, Jr., John E.
Data processing: measuring, calibrating, or testing
Measurement system
Statistical measurement
381 58, 381 26, 381111, 36440001, H04R 2900
Patent
active
058227180
ABSTRACT:
A device and method are disclosed which perform diagnostics on a microphone and display diagnostic information and instructions to a user. The invention uses a processor to create histograms of the PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) signal after removing any dc bias to determine signal and noise levels and ratios, as well as other parameters. Messages are generated and displayed by the device and method to inform a user that the microphone is working correctly or about possible malfunctions, such as low gain. The messages can advise the user on steps to take to correct the malfunctions, for example, to try a different adapter cable or plug.
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Bakis Raimo
Fado Francis
Guasti Peter John
Nassiff Amado
Assouad Patrick
Barlow Jr. John E.
International Business Machines - Corporation
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