SpeechWare TravelMike User Manual

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Contents
Introduction ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
Windows Set-up ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2
Dragon NaturallySpeaking Set-up -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Mac Set-up: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4
Dragon Dictate for Mac Set-up ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4
Operating Instructions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Troubleshooting and Common Questions --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Warranty Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a SpeechWare TravelMike. Your
microphone has been manufactured to the highest standards and can be
expected to provide years of high-quality performance with speech
recognition software, internet telephony, and other audio applications.
This product is based upon the functionality of the larger SpeechWare
TableMike series, but enjoys several additional advantages.
Unique to this product are the following features:
An extremely accurate and sensitive microphone element
The use of speech equalizer "auto-gain" technology to allow
automatic mic input volume adjustment as you vary distance from
the microphone element (and practical use from distances of 10-20
inches)
Advanced digital signal processing to exclude the influence of
contaminating external noise
An extremely small form factor making it ideal notebook computer
users
Your microphone, as purchased, included the following elements:
www.SpeechRecSolutions.com
866-778-0524
SpeechWare TravelMike User Guide

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    This product is based upon the functionality of the larger SpeechWare TableMike series, but enjoys several additional advantages. Unique to this product are the following features: ...
  • Page 2: Windows Set-Up

    4. Short USB extension cable 5. Windscreen (1) 6. Carrying case Windows Set-up 1. Assemble the TravelMike by inserting the snub-nosed microphone element into the microphone jack on the MultiAdapter and the MultiAdapter into the 90 degree USB adapter 2. Optionally cover the microphone element with the windscreen provided to avoid unwanted speech degradation, and to offer it an additional layer of protection from dust and saliva.
  • Page 3: Dragon Naturallyspeaking Set-Up

    MultiAdapter sound out jack, you need do nothing further. Dragon NaturallySpeaking Set-up If using a new TravelMike with Dragon NaturallySpeaking, you have several options in terms of how to integrate your microphone with Dragon: c. Simply substituting the TravelMike for your old mic and running the audio set-up wizard d.
  • Page 4: Mac Set-Up

    3. Quit the Setup Dragon Dictate for Mac Set-up Because of the unique "auto-gain" technology on the TravelMike, it is recommended that you follow the procedure listed here when doing the initial microphone set-up when using it with Dragon Dictate®. This is necessary in order to give the TableMike time to achieve maximum sensitivity before initiating the volume setting procedure.
  • Page 5 In the distant mode, the TravelMike employs the full measure of auto-gain technology and allows practical usage from distances between 10 and 20 inches. In this mode the TravelMike will also employ the greatest amount of digital signal processing to reject external noise. As a result of this intense processing you will also notice a somewhat hollow sound to your voice when played back.
  • Page 6: Troubleshooting And Common Questions

    I expected. What’s wrong? This is a fairly common scenario when switching mics and underscore the need to properly integrate your new microphone with your software. If using the TravelMike with Dragon, we recommend that you add the microphone as a new “source” to your existing profile.
  • Page 7: Warranty Information

    Warranty Information All of the SpeechWare TableMikes come with a full, one-year warranty. Please contact Speech Recognition Solutions directly if you have a warranty claim. In order to extend your warranty to 2-years, please visit SpeechWare at the URL shown below and register for the extension.

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