Socionext’s 3-D acoustic surround technology, which has enjoyed lots of commercial use in gaming market, delivers state-of-the-art UI with sound localization control for in-vehicle applications, such as driving assistance and infotainment system, that can help auto driver perceive intuitive directions and startling signs.
Features
| “Close-to-Ear effect” generated by software, encouraging auto driver to feel as if there are speakers just around ears |
| Off-line processing by “3D Authoring Tool”, not requiring any dedicated speaker or DSP, that allows its use for a wide range of vehicle models with less expenses |
| Robust sound localization technology is available to control even under in-vehicle conditions, such as asymmetric speaker layout and acoustic reflections |
Applications
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ADAS
When other objects approaching from blind area, driver can intuitively perceives its direction with “Close-to-Ear” effect sound. Also applicable to car navigation system. |
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Driver Monitoring System
When driver unconsciously feeling drowsy or fatigue, “Close-to-Ear” effect sound can help startle back and wake up. |
Introduction example
| Off-line processing simply creates 3-D effect sound |
| Socionext offers tuning support on the “3-D Authoring Tool” for each targeted vehicle model |
