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Journal Article

Modeling Complex Networked Audio Devices

Authors: Eales, Andrew; Foss, Richard

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 61 · Issue 4 · pp. 212–223 · April 2013

Abstract

The lack of a universally accepted standard control protocol, as well as a lack of interoperability among existing protocols, limits how audio software can support a wide range of networked devices. To address this issue, the authors propose an abstract standard audio device model that is independent of any particular technology. This standard device model supports service discovery and enumeration, while also specifying device parts, the representation of parameter addresses, and the visual appearance of controls. The discussion explores the model in the context of a self-configuring discovery and control environment. Within this environment, controllers do not “pull” descriptions from a device; but rather, devices “push” full-service implementations to controllers.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
61
Issue
4
Pages
212–223
Publication date
April 6, 2013
Affiliation
Wellington Institute of Technology, Wellington, New Zealand; Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article