Voice Detection - Shure DDS 5900 User Manual

Voice Detection

Voice Activation (VOX)
In VOX mode, the microphone activates automatically once a participant speaks. The mode is ideal for meetings that are
more conversational, allowing back-and-forth communication that doesn't involve speak requests and button activation.
The following settings allow VOX to be customized for the meeting:
Voice Detection Threshold
Determines the input level (dB) that activates the microphone. Lower settings activate the microphone with a quieter
source, while higher settings require a louder source to activate the microphone.
Default 0 dB
Minimum -12 dB
Maximum 8 dB
Release Time
Determines how long a microphone remains active after a participant stops talking. The setting is selectable in 0.5 second
increments.
Default 4 seconds
Minimum 1 seconds
Maximum 10 seconds
Book Drop
To ensure that only the speech from a participant activates the microphone, turn on the book drop feature. This quickly
turns off a microphone that has been accidentally activated from a loud noise other than speech.
Last Mic Stays Open
This setting ensures that at least one microphone is always activated. This is useful for video or audio conferences with
echo-canceling equipment.
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