Multipoint equalization of digital car audio systems

Abstract

In this paper a novel approach for automotive sound system enhancement based on multipoint equalization is presented. Beginning from well known techniques applied to room equalization issues, a frequency domain algorithm that combines fractional octave smoothing of measured impulse responses (IRs) in multiple locations is developed. The IRs are calculated using well positioned microphones inside a car taking into account the properties of the environment. Several results are presented considering different methods to combine the IRs and confirming the validity of the approach in comparison with single point equalization.