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LC Concept's Breakthrough System
- Elizabeth Löchen and Pascal Shedeville created LC Concept's system to sync digital audio with film using timecodes and buffer memory.
- The buffer memory ensured continuous audio without lag, solving synchronization issues in theaters.
Early Film Digital Sound Usage
- LC Concept's system was used on major French films like Cyrano de Bergerac and Basic Instinct.
- Meanwhile, Dolby debuted their own digital audio directly on film in the US with Batman Returns.
Patent Battle Against DTS
- DTS used technology nearly identical to LC Concept's patented system, sparking a legal battle.
- Elizabeth Löchen personally fought against DTS and sought Steven Spielberg's help to protect her patent.