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E N G L I SH User manual 1 Important 4 2 2.1 2.2 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 Your SpeechMike Air What’s in the box Overview SpeechMike Air Dictation microphone Docking station Receiver module 7 7 8 8 9 9 3 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.4.
1 Important Philips reserves the right to change products at any time without being obliged to adjust earlier supplies accordingly. The material in this manual is believed adequate for the intended use of the system. If the product, or its individual modules or procedures, are used for purposes other than those specified herein, confirmation of their validity and suitability must be obtained. Safety • To avoid a short circuit, do not expose the product to rain or water.
If you have any questions about using your wireless device with an implanted medical device, consult your health care provider. Hearing aids Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider.
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Your SpeechMike Air E N G L I SH 2 Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the service that Philips offers, visit our Website for support information such as user manuals, software downloads, warranty information and more: www.philips.com/dictation. 2.
2.2 Overview SpeechMike Air 2.2.
E N G L I SH 2.2.2 Docking station 24 26 25 24 25 SpeechMike docking slot Power indicator light 27 28 26 27 28 Receiver module docking slot Charger connector Mini USB connector 2.2.
3 Get started 3.1 Install the software Recording and playback of dictations with the SpeechMike requires dictation software such as Philips SpeechExec to be installed on the computer. When third-party dictation software other than Philips SpeechExec is used, driver software must be installed before connecting the SpeechMike. 2 Plug the charger into a wall outlet and connect the charger cable to the charger connector of the docking station.
3.3 Insert the batteries The SpeechMike can be operated with the rechargeable Philips batteries LFH9154 or AAA alkaline batteries. 1 Press down the battery cover release button and open the battery cover. D Notes • Do not mix batteries of different types and/ or brands. • Remove the batteries if you will not be using the SpeechMike for an extended period of time. Leaking batteries may damage the SpeechMike. • Stop recording before replacing the batteries.
3.4.3 Charging directly through the SpeechMike The rechargeable Philips batteries LFH9154 can be charged in the SpeechMike by directly connecting the AC charger to the SpeechMike. 1 Plug the charger into a wall outlet and connect the charger cable to the charger connector of the SpeechMike. 3.4.2 Charging using the docking station and the USB cable The rechargeable Philips batteries LFH9154 can be charged in the SpeechMike using the docking station in combination with the USB cable.
Turning on/off the SpeechMike 1 To turn on the SpeechMike, press and hold a On/Off for about 5 seconds. The battery indicator will light up. 2 Once turned on the SpeechMike will reconnect automatically to the docking station. • The wireless connection indicator on the SpeechMike flashes blue while the connection is being established. • If the connection succeeds, the blue indicator lights permanently. • If the automatic wireless connection fails, set up the connection manually (see below).
If the connection succeeds, the wireless connection indicator on the SpeechMike and the pairing key on the receiver module glow blue permanently. If you leave the reception area of the docking station a vibrating alert notifies you that the wireless connection between the docking station and the dictation microphone may become unstable. The dictation microphone beeps when the wireless connection is interrupted. 3.
Use your SpeechMike Air This chapter describes how to use the SpeechMike with Philips SpeechExec dictation software. If the SpeechMike is used with thirdparty software other than Philips SpeechExec, some features may not be present or function differently. For detailed information, refer to the documentation delivered with the software. 4.
5 Use more of your SpeechMike Air 5.1 Customize the SpeechMike Use the Device Control Center software to customize the SpeechMike to suit individual user needs. The software allows to assign different functions to each key, enable or disable certain features and also to start and control applications with the SpeechMike. 5.1.
The Device Control Center software includes pre-installed profiles that make the SpeechMike ready for immediate operation with Dragon NaturallySpeaking speech recognition software and Microsoft Powerpoint. Additional profiles for other applications can be programmed. 1 If the option to start the Device Control Center automatically was selected during installation, the application icon appears in the notification area of the Windows task bar.
• Dragon NaturallySpeaking command • Delay 3 On the tab Application control, click the button to create a new profile. 4 Browse and select the application executable and click on OPEN. A profile for the selected application will be added to the list of profiles. D Note Exit the target application during configuration. Open the application when the device configuration settings are saved. 5 Select a button from the button colum and click the icon to assign a shortcut.
E N G L I SH installation, open the program by clicking the icon in the notification area of the Windows task bar. To manually start the program, open the Windows start menu in Windows and select All Programs > Philips Speech Control > Philips Device Control Center. 4 On the Device tab, click on Firmware update. 5 Click the Import button and select the folder with the firmware files to be imported. 6 Click the Upgrade button to install the new firmware. • The firmware upgrade takes about 30 seconds.
6 Technical data Connectivity • Wireless connection with operating range up to 10 meters (33 feet) • USB: Mini-USB 2.0 • DC in: 6 V • Headset: 3.
Frequently asked questions The operating system stops responding after restart Using the Philips SpeechMike together with certain USB hubs may cause the operating system to stop responding when the computer is started. Unplug the SpeechMike before starting the PC and reconnect it afterwards. We recommend replacing the USB hub or connecting your SpeechMike directly to the USB port of the computer.
Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Discover the comprehensive range of professional dictation products from Philips www.philips.com/dictation Specifications are subject to change without notice. Trademarks are the property of Royal Philips Electronics or their respective owners. © 2009 Royal Philips Electronics. All rights reserved. Document Version 1.0, 20/10/2009.
