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Use the microphone
Read these topics to learn about using your microphone with Dragon.
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Microphone modes
l What are microphone modes?
l How can I tell what mode the microphone is in?
l How do I switch modes?
Microphone Setup
l How do I access Microphone Setup?
l Why do I have to go through Microphone Setup?
Microphone placement
l How do I position my microphone for optimal recognition?
Microphone Setup
Microphone Setup allows Dragon to adjust the audio input settings for optimal recognition. Microphone Setup appears
automatically whenever you create a new profile or add a new dictation source. You must complete the setup process
for each new profile and each microphone you associate with a profile.
You can also run the Microphone Setup at any time if you encounter problems with your microphone. For more
information about improving your audio quality, see Poor audio quality.
To open the Microphone Setup window
l Say "Show Microphone Setup window."
Or
l Click the icon in the menu bar and select Improve Recognition > Microphone Setup.
To complete Microphone Setup
1. Click the microphone button ( ) to turn the microphone on.
2. Read aloud the text that appears in the window. Repeat the text if needed.
The Microphone Setup is Finished screen appears when Dragon has finished adjusting the audio input.
3. Click Play to hear the last few seconds of your speech. If it seems too loud or too soft, you may want to set
the gain manually (see below).
4. Click Done to exit the Microphone Setup window.
To manually adjust gain
1. Select Manual Gain.
2. Drag the slider to about 60.
3. Click the microphone button ( ) to turn the microphone on.
4. Read aloud the text in the window until the Microphone Setup is Finished screen appears.
5. Click Play to hear the last few seconds of your speech. If it seems too loud or too soft, click the Back button
and adjust the gain again.
6. When you are satisfied with the volume of your speech, click Done to exit the Microphone Setup window.
Related topics:
l Microphone placement
l Getting started with dictation
l Using profiles and dictation sources
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