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Speech Recognition Microphones - Philips
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Philips SpeechMike Premium (LFH3500)
 This is the newest entry to the hand-held USB microphone market and huge leap in technology by Philips. Made for the demanding workflows and requirement of the professional , this produc combines the best of design, ergonoimics, and functionalityt. Unique to this microphone is a suspened electret condenser microphone element which is "decoupled" from the housing to offer both unpressidented accuracy, but also immunity from background noise, touch, and click noises.
Microphone Characteristics
- Type: electret condenser
- Capsule: 10 mm
- Characteristics: uni-directional
- Frequency Response: 200-12,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: -37 dBV
- Signal to noise ratio: > 70
Connectivity: USB 2.0
System Requirements:
- Processor: intel Pentium 4, 1.0 GHz or equivalent
- RAM: 1 GB (2 GB recommended)
- Hard Disk Space: 250 MB hard-drive disk space for Microsoft.Net Framework, 30 MB for SpeechControl Software
- Operating System: Windows 7 (32/64-bit), Vista, XP (32-bit), Mac OS X 10.7/10.8
Physical Characteristics:
- Dimensions: 45 x 175 x 32 mm (1.8 x 6.9 . 1.25 inch)
- Weight: 7.1 oz
- Cable Length: 8.2 ft.
Included in Box:
- SpeechMike Premium USB dictation Microphone
- USB cable
- Microphone holder
- CD-ROM with software and user manual
- Quick Start Guide
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Comments: For the user preferring to hold rather than wear a microphone, this is an excellent product and may be the most accurate hand-held microphone on the market. If we have any complaint about this product it is the need to use and understand a separate software package (SpeechControl Application) in order to integrate the buttons with Dragon. Unique to this product is the application control software for use with a Mac computer and the "suspended" microphone element that reduces its susceptibility to external noise.
Price: $
335.00
Availability:
Usually ships the same business day
Philips SpeechMike Air
 After months of anticipation, the SpeechMike Air has finally arrived. This is a high quality handheld wireless microphone that comes in 3 variaties, depending upon your dictatation workflow. All three share some great features: high quality performance, wireless convenience, and a sense of extremel quality as it sits in your hand.
Features:
- Superb recording quality optimized for speech recognition
- Trackball for navigation through documents
- Recording control with 4-position slide switch or push button version
- High-end front speaker for crystal clear playback
- 3 function buttons for individual configuration
- Up to 7 hours of recording time on a single charge (2.45 hours for full charge)
Connectivity:
- Wireless connection with operating range up to 10 meter (33 ft)
- USB 2.0 connection of base to PC
Links:
 View a demonstration of general dictation with this microphone
View a demonstration of medical dictation with this microphone
Comments: This is one of two wireless hand-held microphones on the market (the other is the Grundig Cordex.) Although it comes in three physical varieties (see below) for speech recognition users, we recommend the LFH3000 model since it allows simple push-button action to turn the microphone on and off (or set in a push-to-talk mode with Dragon). This is a new microphone and we are continuing to test it. Thus far we can say we are extremely impressed. Frankly, it feels good in the hand, and works beautifully with Dragon. In terms of accuracy it performs extremely well. Noise cancellation is good and clearly better than it's wired cousin (the Speechmike Pro 5276). Programming of the buttons is fairly straightforward using the associated "PhilipsDevice Control Center". It is not as easy as programming a button on the Dictaphone Powermic II which is done right within Dragon Medical. Unlike the Powermic, though, this microphone can be used with any version of Dragon. Keys can be programmed to type test, open programs, initiate hotkeys, or perform some selected Dragon functions which are pre-built into the control application. The primary Dragon functions you can chose include the ability to toggle the microphone off and on, press-to-talk microphone function, create new command, add new word, train word, and show correction box. It does not include the ability to select and emulate an existing Dragon command with a button push, which is a great feature of the PowerMic. When compared with the Grundig Cordex, we consider this to be similar in basic functionality with Dragon. The software used to program the buttons is a bit more intuitive in the Philips version. The presense of a trackball and left and right click bottons are a huge advantage of the philips product.
The real beauty of this microphone is it's form. It is beautifully manufactured, feels excellent in the hand and comes with a leather carrying case, docking station. The base station can be powered either with the included docking station or with the USB connection to your PC. If you are a mobile user, you can skip the base station completely and simply carry the mobile receiver/transmitter (SpeechMike "Airbridge") which connects to your pc via USB and allows complete functionality of the product without a power supply and need to carry anything bulky. Again, as mentioned above, this microphone gives excellent results with Dragon and is respectable in terms of noise cancelation. It is fast becoming our personal favorite.
Select your model based on the control configuration: (note: we are currently stocking only the LFH3000 and are not carrying the models with bundled transcription software; if you are interested in these versions, please let us know and we can easily arrange to have these shipped to you.
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LFH3000
Push button control
Recommended for speech recognition users |
MSRP: $499.00
Price: $
499.00
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Philips SpeechMike III (LFH 3200 and 3205)
[Note: The only difference between the 3200 and 3205 is the inclusion of the SpeechExec Dictate software with the 3205 version. We stock only the 3200, but can order the 3205 upon request.]
 The professional SpeechMike USB microphone takes stationary dictation to a new level. It delivers excellent speech recognition capabilities, an antimicrobial surface for improved hygiene and refined ergonomics for convenient operation.
The quality of noise cancellation and the overall durability of the microphone has also improved. This version boasts up to 98% accuracy when properly used with Dragon.
Use the push buttons to manage your dictations and the light-weight device will lie comfortably in your hand even during longer dictation sessions. The scroll wheel allows you to one-handed move through forms or documents, while the dustproof optical trackball offers unparalleled navigation accuracy. Control the playback volume directly on the SpeechMike for highest convenience. Excellent sound quality ensures crystal-clear playback, saving time during the transcription process.
Features:
- Noise-canceling microphone for accurate speech recognition results
- Integrated sound card and speaker ensuring crystal clear playback
- Geared for Dragon NaturallySpeaking speech recognition software
Comments: This is a popular and reliable hand-held USB microphone that works extremely well with Dragon NaturallySpeaking. Although it does not provide the level of integration with Dragon as the Dictaphone PowerMic, using the available software, it is actually possible to do far more programming with this microphone than with the Powermic - but it requires more work on your part. Compared to the PowerMic, this has a nicer feel and the included track-ball tends to be far more ergonomic than the track stick found on the PowerMic. Results (accuracy) with speech recognition tend to be very similar between the two products.
Our Price for the LFH-3200:
$
379.00
Philips SpeechMike III (LFH-3210 and LFH-3215)
 [Note: the only difference between the 3210 and 3215 is the presence of the SpeechExec Pro Dictate software with the 3215. We currently stock only the 3215 but can easily order the 3210.]
The professional SpeechMike USB microphone takes stationary dictation to a new level. It delivers excellent speech recognition capabilities, an antimicrobial surface for improved hygiene and refined ergonomics for convenient operation.
The quality of noise cancellation and the overall durability of the microphone has also improved. This version boasts up to 98% accuracy when properly used with Dragon.
Use the slide switch to manage your dictations and the light-weight device will lie comfortably in your hand even during longer dictation sessions. The scroll wheel allows you to one-handed move through forms or documents, while the dustproof optical trackball offers unparalleled navigation accuracy. Control the playback volume directly on the SpeechMike for highest convenience. Excellent sound quality ensures crystal-clear playback, saving time during the transcription process.
Features:
- Noise-canceling microphone for accurate speech recognition results
- Integrated sound card and speaker ensuring crystal clear playback
- Includes Philips SpeechExec professional dictation software
- Geared for Dragon NaturallySpeaking speech recognition software
Package Content:
- SpeechMike III
- SpeechExec Pro Dictate Software
Comments: This is the same microphone as the 3200/3205 shown above, but with a sliding mechanism for activating the microphone rather than a push button. The version we sell includes the SpeechExec Pro Dictate software.
MSRP: $399
Our Price: (LFH-3215): $
379.00
 Philips Pocket Memo 9600
The Philips Digital Pocket Memo 9600 series sets new standards in advanced functionality and style. Voice commands, on-board file encryption and password protection are but a few of the powerful features of the 9600. The ergonomic design lends itself to unparalleled user friendliness to create dictations, and the intuitive controls are easy to use. Coupled with SpeechExec Pro Dictate, the network-based dictation software and a docking station for uploading your files, the new 9600 is the ultimate in digital dictation.
Easy to experience
- Fast charging via USB keeps you productive
- New ergonomic design with large graphical LC display
- 4-position slide switch for single-handed operation
Designed around you
- Robust metal casing for extra durability
- Voice-activated recording mode for hands-free dictation
- Visual indicators for record status and record-level indicator
Advanced
- File encryption prevents unauthorized access
- DSS-Pro file encoding ensures crystal-clear recording quality
- Voice commands, indexing, password protection and one-touch key assignment for more recording efficiency
- 'Smart' buttons give you more intuitive menu choices
Included in Box
- Digital recorder
- Docking station
- Carrying case
- Software (we include updated SpeechExec 5.0 software)
- All required cabling
- AC adapter
Additional Information:
Comments: this is the only digital recorder we carry, and for a reason. Simply put, it's the best. If you want the best results available using a digital recorder with Dragon, this is the hand-held recorder to own. While we prefer the use of a wired headset and instantaneous evaluation of speech to text conversion, for the busy speech recognition user that does not have the luxury of working in front of a computer, this is the perfect solution. We include with this item the up-to-date SpeechExec 5.0 software and all needed cables. Be warned - the initial set-up takes a bit of time. Also, you will need to create a separate Dragon user file on the PC on which recorded files will be transcribed. Be aware that unlike the usual Dragon user file, the initial training is significantly longer when using a digital recorder and this typically takes a bit more than 15 minutes of reading. All of this having been said, we are astounded at how well this device works!
Philips Pocket Memo 9600
Our Price:
499.00
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