Optimizing In-Vehicle Audio
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Digital Signal Processing technology is integrated in Visteon's CD6 Music System |
Consumer surveys continue to suggest that audio quality is an important and often determining factor when making a vehicle purchase. In addition, the demand for premium in-vehicle audio continues to rise. In order to help manufacturers meet these consumer needs, Visteon provides in-vehicle audio systems that greatly improve the acoustic experience of the vehicle.
Digital Signal Processing
One important example of Visteon's audio capabilities is Digital Signal Processing. This technology, already integrated into many audio systems supplied by Visteon, improves the audio experience with these benefits:
- Provides customized performance modes.
- Personalizes sound options for driver, rear seat, front seat or all passengers.
- Improves radio reception.
- Enhances sound quality.
- Removes distortion and noise.
How it Works
Digital Signal Processing is a software-based solution that implements radio circuits to receive radio signals and, using sound equalization and audio delays, processes those signals to produce a higher output. Because the output is controlled by software, it can be customized to match the specific needs of different vehicle interiors.
Benefits for Manufacturers
In addition to the benefit of having best-in-class audio systems, automotive manufacturers will benefit from Visteon's ability to meet their packaging and manufacturing needs. Because it's a software-based solution, Digital Signal Processing helps manufacturers reduce inventory and turnaround because specific preferences can be loaded at the time of assembly. These preferences can be customized by Visteon at any time and sent directly to the manufacturer via satellite for immediate implementation. And because Digital Signal Processing technology integrates radio and audio functionality on a single integrated circuit, the overall size of the audio head unit can be reduced.
Additional Information
Product Specifications - Digital Signal Processing System
Capabilities - Audio Systems Testing
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