Our company continues to provide customers with new experiences and comfort.
We continue to refine our original core technologies, including video, audio, and communications.
Visual Technology
Video/Image processing technology
- Low-latency video encoding technology
By reducing the encoding and decoding time and optimizing data compression, high-quality video can be transmitted wirelessly with low latency and stability.
- Multi-video ENC/DEC technology
Fully automatically decodes up to 11 channels of broadcast waves simultaneously, and the encoding technology adapts to the video scene for long-term recording with beautiful high-definition images, minimal noise, and less loss of image quality.
- High-quality video signal processing technology
Proprietary digital video signal processing, tailored to the characteristics of OLED and LCD displays, enables high-quality viewing a variety of video content.
- Handheld high-resolution image generation technology
Handheld camera shake can be used to generate still images that exceed the resolution of the image sensor.
- Hyperspectral imaging technology
Spectroscopic information invisible to the human eye can be acquired with high sensitivity and resolution.
Image stabilization technology
- Optical/Body image stabilization technology
It is possible to grasp and determine the correction range of OIS/BIS in real time, and to correct blurring through appropriate distribution.
- Image stabilization technology for video recording
BIS/OIS/EIS are highly coordinated to record videos with less blur.
(* Note: OIS: Optical image stabilization BIS: Body image stabilization EIS: Electronic image stabilization)
Audio Technology
High-quality sound playback and sound field reproduction technology
- Magnetic fluid Driver Technology for earphones
By configuring magnetic fluid and an aluminum diaphragm in an ultra-compact driver, excellent acoustic characteristics can be achieved across high to low frequencies.
- Noise canceling technology for earphones
The combination of multiple noise-sensing microphones and digital processing can cancel out unwanted noise.
- Line array speaker control technology
You can target a specific location to deliver sound, or create an acoustic effect like a concert hall.
- Audio multi-channel wireless transmission technology
Powerful multi-channel audio can be transmitted wirelessly with low latency.
- Spatial sound field control technology
Integrate simulation and acoustic measurements to streamline acoustic adjustment work
Excellent S/N sound recording technology
- Sound recording technology in noisy environments
Noise detection processing by multiple microphones and AI cancels ambient noise for clearer calls.
- Noise suppression technology
Reduces noise caused by internal mechanism operations (e.g., image stabilization) and user handling operations when recording audio using the camera's built-in microphone
- Directional sound recording technology
By using multiple microphones, you can freely control the 360° sound collection directivity and record sounds from a targeted location or subject.
- 32-bit float recording technology
With its wide dynamic range, the 32-bit float format captures more information, from quiet to loud sounds, eliminating the need for tedious sound level adjustments during audio recording.
Communication and Network Technology
Communication protocol technology
- Peer to peer video transmission technology
Our proprietary NAT crossing algorithm enables the transmission of large amounts of data, such as video, by connecting devices inside and outside the house directly (P2P) without going through a server.
- Standby power reduction technology for battery-operated devices
Standby power can be conserved in communication between DECT wireless devices.
- Real-time wireless bandwidth estimation technology
By monitoring the speed of wireless transmission in real time, video can be transmitted stably with low latency and high image quality.
- DECT Enhancement Technology
Doorphones, fax machines, and telephones can be linked by connecting devices that use the DECT compliant system in the 1.9 GHz band, which does not interfere with wireless LAN devices (2.4 GHz band).
- Live video distribution technology
By adopting a GPU and using software control for video processing, there are no restrictions on video formats or the number of MEs/KEYs, and complex video expressions that overlap layers of various video sources can be output with low latency.
Mechanical and Optical Technology
Optical technology
- Aspherical lens design and manufacturing technology
The technology to manufacture aspheric lenses using molds enables the efficient production of high-performance lenses.
- High-precision optical and mechanical manufacturing technology
With the precision of the μm level required for lenses, it is possible to consistently perform mold manufacturing, lens generation, lens polishing, and lens assembly.
Heat dissipation technology
- Heat dissipation design technology for surface heating elements.
The local heat bias of the surface heating element can be quickly transferred across the entire surface, allowing heat to be dissipated evenly.
- Heat dissipation design technology for small devices
By visualizing "how much heat" flows through "which path", it is possible to control and equalize the heat flow.
Durability technology
- Shock-resistant design technology
By accurately reproducing the impact applied to the casing during a fall, it is possible to plan early-stage countermeasures for the impact on the heart.
- Air adhesion technology between the equipment and the ground
The unique technology of the TV pedestal, with a bottom structure that adheres to the TV stand, prevents the TV from tipping over.
Water/dust resistance technology
- Technology for evaluating corrosion resistance
Determine the impact of neutral detergents on products, establish evaluation methods, and formulate countermeasures
- Dustproof and waterproof design technology
Sealing technology that can be used in harsh environments while maintaining comfortable operation even in dial control sections, where it is structurally difficult to shut off water
- Technology for ensuring the continuity of wet charging terminals
Reliable continuity of metal contacts, even in devices used around water
(Stable continuity can be ensured even when repeatedly attached and removed.)
Robotics technology
- Structural design technology for robots that interact closely with people
The structural design that combines springs, absorbers, ball joints, and motors can express the "uniqueness of living things".
- Stable PTZ operation technology for remote camera control
Enhanced gear, motor, and drive control enable smooth and high-speed pan/tilt operation at the micron level.
(* PTZ・・・Pan (horizontal operation), Tilt (vertical operation), Zoom in/out)
Ergonomics
- Ergonomic analysis technology for earphone wearability
By quantifying wearability using human body dimension data and 3D simulations, an optimal shape can be logically derived.
Device Technology
- Image processing LSI technology
The image information output from the high-pixel sensor is enhanced by its own image processing, to process high-resolution videos such as 8K 30p 10-bit recordings.
- Motor design technology for lens
We can design the necessary components for the motor in-house and achieve significant miniaturization with our own configuration.
- Lithium-ion battery control technology
Charging can be safely controlled according to the state of the battery.
Structures can be designed to minimize damage in the event of a failure.
- Optical disk drive technology
By tracking the light spot in real time with a high-speed rotating object, the signal can be accurately recorded and reproduced.
- Life prediction and life-lengthening technology for self-luminous displays.
Based on the lifespan of the self-luminous display, the life of the light-emitting element can be extended by controlling the output.
AI and Sensing Technology
Recognition AI technology
- Subject recognition technology
It can automatically and accurately identify and track the subject you want to photograph.
- AI video discrimination technology
Real-time video genre discrimination using edge AI can automatically adjust the image and sound quality.
- User preference analysis and recommendation technology
Scoring user preferences based on viewing and search history, and recommending programs with a high degree of compatibility
- Automatic subject tracking technology
Face recognition and human body detection can automatically adjust the camera position according to movement.
Sensing technology
- Subject distance measurement technology
Distance to the subject can be measured quickly and accurately.
