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  • Page 1 Buddy DesktopMic 7G User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Installing Buddy DesktopMic 7G in Windows Vista .......... 12 Installation Procedure for Macintosh ............... 13 Using the Buddy DesktopMic 7G ..............14 Using Buddy DesktopMic 7G with Windows Speech Recognition ....15 Installation Procedure for Macintosh ............... 17 Using Buddy DesktopMic 7G with Dragon NaturallySpeaking or Dragon Medical ..........................
  • Page 3 Buddy DesktopMic 7G not recognized.............. 23 Special Considerations for Speech Dictation ............ 24 Safety Precautions .................... 24 Taking Care of Your DesktopMic ............... 25 Limited Warranty ....................26 How to get warranty service ................27 Technical Support: .................... 28...

  • Page 4: Buddy Desktopmic 7G Overview

    This yields high recognition accuracy with Dragon NaturallySpeaking and Microsoft Windows Speech Recognition. The Buddy DesktopMic 7G is setting new standards for voice-capture technology. Featuring InSync Speech's revolutionary FilteredAudio noise-filtering technology, this professional desktop microphone is perfectly suited for any voice application.

  • Page 5: Supported Operating Systems

     VoIP applications such as Skype, Google Talk, Windows Live Messenger etc. Installing the Buddy DesktopMic 7G USB The Buddy DesktopMic 7G features the USB 2.0 interface (USB 1.1 Compatible) and plug-and-play under Windows XP, Vista, Win 7, Win 8 and MAC OSX operating systems .

  • Page 6: Installation Procedure For Windows 8

    If the system has power, the indicator light (LED) of the microphone will light up green. Installation Procedure for Windows 8 Installation Procedure for Windows 7 With the device connected, Windows automatically initializes and loads the appropriate drivers and configures the device. Buddy 7G devices use standard device drivers built into target platform such as Windows or Mac.
  • Page 7 If the unit does not initialize correctly, check that the cables are properly inserted. Note: You can change the USB Port for the Buddy DesktopMic 7G but the first time you plug the microphone into a new USB port, there will be a short delay due to driver installation for the new port.

  • Page 8: Installation Procedure For Windows Xp

    Installation Procedure for Windows XP With the device connected, Windows will automatically initialize and load the appropriate drivers and configure the device. Testing Hardware To verify the operation, please proceed with the following steps: Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Click on Sound and Audio Devices to bring up Sounds and Audio Devices properties dialog as follows:...
  • Page 9 DesktopMic 7G. If it is not the default devices, click on the down arrow and scroll to select it. 2. Once the Buddy DesktopMic 7G option is set as the default device, click on Test Hardware button below. Note: In the dialog above you see separate entries for playback and recording device.
  • Page 10 Click on the Next button to continue. The system will test your hardware. Once the test is complete, it will prompt you with the following screen Click on the Next button once more and both Volume buttons will become active.

  • Page 11: Making Buddy Desktopmic 7G A Preferred Device

    Click on Start > Control Panel > Sound and Audio Devices then click on Audio The following screen will appear If the Buddy DesktopMic 7G is not the default device, click on the down arrow to select it and click the OK button.

  • Page 12: Installing Buddy Desktopmic 7G In Windows Vista

    A new window will pop up (see above). You will see 3 tabs: Playback, Recording and Sounds To select Buddy DesktopMic 7G as the default recording device, in the Recording tab, select the device from the list and press the Set Default button.

  • Page 13: Installation Procedure For Macintosh

    In system OSX: in the Apple menu, open System Preferences. Double-click the Sound preference file. Click on the Input tab. Double click Buddy DesktopMic 7G under ”Choose A Device For Sound Input” dialog box. Set input volume to the appropriate level if necessary Exit System Preferences.

  • Page 14: Using The Buddy Desktopmic 7G

    Using the Buddy DesktopMic 7G The Buddy DesktopMic 7G is designed to used 10 to 12 inches from your mouth. See pictures below: The noisier your environment, the more important it is to have the microphone close to your mouth. In a quiet office, you may be able to effectively use this with it positioned further away from your mouth.

  • Page 15: Using Buddy Desktopmic 7G With Windows Speech Recognition

    The cables should not be stressed by being stretched, bent, or otherwise compromised. Using Buddy DesktopMic 7G with Windows Speech Recognition If you are using your Buddy device with Microsoft Windows Vista or Windows 7 Speech Recognition, you first need to set up the microphone using your Buddy DesktopMic 7G.
  • Page 16 Start reading to adjust the volume input of the microphone, once you finish reading the sentence click Next then Finish. Once you have installed the microphone, you can start using Microsoft Speech Recognition software.

  • Page 17: Installation Procedure For Macintosh

    1. In system OSX: in the Apple menu, open System Preferences. 2. Double-click the Sound preference file. 3. Click on the Input tab. 4. Double click Buddy DesktopMic 7G under ”Choose A Device For Sound Input” dialog box. 5. Set input volume to the appropriate level if necessary 6.

  • Page 18: How To Create An Additional Dragon User Profile

    How to create an additional Dragon User Profile: 1. Open Dragon NaturallySpeaking. 2. If the user profile is automatically loading (this will occur automatically if there is only a single user profile/source), wait for it to complete. 3. If the "Open Profile" dialog appears, close the dialog. 4.

  • Page 19: Testing The Audio Settings In Dragon Naturallyspeaking

    Notes: • Depending on the source being added, additional training may be necessary to ensure accurate voice recognition. • If the additional source is not available for a device of the same connection type (i.e. original source is a USB microphone and the additional source requested would be a USB microphone).

  • Page 20: Default Buddy Desktopmic Button Configuration

    Default Buddy DesktopMic Button Configuration When shipped, Buddy DesktopMic 7G button is by default set for the following function: Button1 ( Click Microphone mute The default LED settings are: LED 1 Green when plugged into USB LED 2 Blinking Blue when muted...

  • Page 21: Using Buddy Usb With Voip Applications

    Control Panel will be sufficient. In other applications you need to open an options dialog in the VOIP application and select the Buddy DesktopMic 7G as a default. Additional details for using your Buddy microphone with application software are at http://www.BuddyMicrophones.com.

  • Page 22: Microphone Volume Too Low

    NaturallySpeaking, ViaVoice or similar products, you have to run their built-in audio set up wizard tool to do these adjustments. Verify that the mute switch of Buddy DesktopMic 7G is not active. The microphone input is muted when the amber light is blinking. If the light is blinking, press the mute button on the device to toggle it.

  • Page 23: Buddy Desktopmic 7G Not Recognized

    This problem rarely happens and it is an indication of a failed attempt to load a Driver for some reason. If Windows does not detect the Buddy DesktopMic 7G, unplug the USB Cable and re-plug it in a different USB Port. Wait a few seconds for Windows to initialize the device.

  • Page 24: Special Considerations For Speech Dictation

    Special Considerations for Speech Dictation When changing the sound system (sound card or USB Adapter) or a microphone for speech recognition applications, you must always run the audio setup wizard, and optionally a short training session for proper change over. Failing to do that will almost certainly degrade recognition accuracy.

  • Page 25: Taking Care Of Your Desktopmic

    3. Protect your USB device from high humidity 4. Keep this device away from children. 5. If cables must go across a floor, they should be taped down. Taking Care of Your DesktopMic Microphone -You can clean your microphone with non-alcohol wipes or a slightly cloth dampened with water and a mild soap.

  • Page 26: Limited Warranty

    Information for Current Buddy Microphones sold and used in U.S.A. and Canada only. InSync Speech Technologies, Inc. warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of (1) year from the date of original invoice.

  • Page 27: How To Get Warranty Service

    How to get warranty service To obtain warranty service, you must first obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from InSync Speech Technologies. To obtain an RMA online, visit our website at: http://www.InSyncSpeech.com Alternatively, you can request and RMA Number by email, contact us at support@InSyncSpeech.com.

  • Page 28: Technical Support

    Support@InSyncSpeech.com E-mail is normally answered within one business day. The e-mail should include: • The Buddy product name (e.g. Buddy DesktopMic 7G) • Has the product previously been working or not? • Does the problem persist after rebooting the system? •...
  • Page 29 InSync Speech Technologies, Inc. 58 Prosperity Avenue Port Colborne, ON L3K 5X9 http://www.InSyncSpeech.com...

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