PHILIPS LFH3200, LFH3300 SpeechMike User Manual

User manual
SpeechMike (LFH3200, LFH3300)

Important

Do not make any adjustments and modifications that are not described in this manual. Follow all safety instructions to ensure the proper operation of the device. The manufacturer assumes no liability for damages resulting from non- compliance with the safety instructions.

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Safety instructions

• Protect the device from rain and liquids to prevent damage to the device or a short circuit.
• Do not expose the device to excessive heat caused by placing it on a heating device or in direct sunlight.
• Protect the cables from damage by being trapped, particularly at the plugs and where cables exit the housing.
• Do not perform any maintenance operations that are not described in this user manual. Do not disassemble the device into its component parts to carry out repairs. The device may only be repaired in authorized service centers.
• All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which could affect performance.
• Back up your data and recordings. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.

SpeechMike Barcode

CAUTION
Class 1 laser product
This product complies with:

• 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated July 26, 2001.
•  EN60825-1:1994 + A1:2002 + A2:2001
• IEC60825-1:1993 + A1:1997 + A2:2001
  The laser classification is marked near the scanner window on the product.

CAUTION
Do not try to open the unit. Allow only authorized service technicians to repair the unit. Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.

Small children
Your device and its accessories may contain small parts.
Keep them out of the reach of small children.

Compliance with EMF
Koninklijke Philips N.V. manufactures and sells many products targeted at consumers, which, like any electronic apparatus, in general have the ability to emit and receive electromagnetic signals. One of Philips’ leading Business Principles is to take all necessary health and safety measures for our products, to comply with all applicable legal requirements and to stay well within the EMF standards applicable at the time of producing the products. Philips is committed to develop, produce and market products that cause no adverse health effects. Philips
confirms that if its products are handled properly for their intended use, they are safe to use according to scientific evidence available today.
Philips plays an active role in the development of international EMF and safety standards, enabling Philips to anticipate further developments in standardization for early integration in its products.

Cleaning and disinfection

• Before cleaning, disconnect all cables from the device.
• To clean the device, use a soft dry cloth.
• To disinfect the device, use products for disinfection of surfaces in clinical areas and patient care equipment, such as surface disinfectant wipes.
•  Do not use harsh chemicals or strong detergents.
• Avoid getting moisture in openings.
• Do not rub or strike the surface with anything hard or sharp as this may scratch or damage the surface permanently.

Disposal of your old product

A crossed-out wheeled bin symbol attached to a product indicates that the product is covered by the European Directive 2011/65/EU. Please get informed about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products. Please act according to your local rules and don’t dispose of your old products with your normal household waste.  Correct disposal of your old product helps to prevent

potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
About this user manual
Find a quick overview of your device on the next pages. For a detailed description, see the following chapters of this user manual. Read the instructions carefully.
Symbols used

TIP
This symbol identifies information that helps you to use your device more efficiently and simply.
NOTE
This symbol indicates notices which you should observe when handling or operating the device.
CAUTION
This symbol warns of damage to the device and possible data loss. Damage can be caused by improper handling.

Your SpeechMike

We are delighted that you have chosen a Philips device.
Visit our website for comprehensive support, such as user manuals, software downloads, warranty information and more: www.philips.com/dictation.

What’s in the box

Overview

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1. Microphone

2. Record indicator light

3.  • EOL end-of-letter key,
   •• PRIO priority key

4.  INS/OVR Insert/overwrite key

5. Record key

6. Rewind key

7. Fast forward key

8. Play/pause key

9.  Left mouse button

10. Right mouse button

11.  Trackball, left mouse button

12.  F1, F2, F3 Programmable function keys

13.  Speaker

14.  USB cable

15.  Barcode scanner (LFH3300 only)

16. Left mouse button (LFH3200)
    Scan button (LFH3300 only)

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Get started

CAUTION
Before you connect the device, first read the
Safety instructions [3].

Installation

1. Turn on the computer.
2. Connect the dictation microphone to the computer using the USB cable.
3. The New Hardware Found message is displayed and installation will proceed automatically.

NOTE
Using SpeechMike with third-party dictation software other than Philips SpeechExec requires the installation of additional software like SpeechControl (Philips Device Control Center). You can download the latest version from our website: https://www.dictation.philips.com/speechcontrol.

Use your SpeechMike

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.

Create a recording

1. The dictation microphone must be connected to the computer with a USB cable.

2.  Start SpeechExec dictation software.

3. Press the Record key to create a new recording and enter Record standby mode.
   • The recorder window is displayed.
   • The record indicator light flashes red (in overwrite mode) or green (in insert mode).

4. Press the  key and start speaking.
   • The record indicator light glows in red (in overwrite mode) or green (in insert mode) while recording.

5.  For short pauses, press the key. To continue recording, press the key again.

6.  To stop recording, press the Record key.

7. Press the • EOL/• • PRIO key to mark the recording as finished.
   • The dictation file is moved to the Finished dictations folder.
   • The recorder window closes and the work list window is displayed.

8. To assign priority status to the recording, press the • EOL/• • PRIO key again within half a second.

NOTE
For best results, speak clearly and keep the microphone about 10 to 15 centimeters (4 to 6 inches) away from your mouth.

Use the bar-code scanner (LFH3300/3310)

•  Press the scan button and scan the barcode. When a barcode is recognized, the SpeechMike will beep and the barcode information is inserted into the currently active application as if the barcode number is typed in digit by digit.

NOTE
The barcode scanner allows barcode scanning from a distance of up to 30 cm / 12 inches.

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.

Customize SpeechMike keys and settings

1. The dictation microphone must be connected to the computer with a USB cable.

2. Download and install the latest version of SpeechControl (Philips Device Control Center) from
   https://www.dictation.philips.com/speechcontrol.

3. Start Philips Device Control Center:
   • If the option to start the Philips Device Control Center automatically was selected during installation, open the program by clicking the icon in the notification area of the Windows taskbar.
   • To manually start the program, open the Windows start menu in Windows and select Philips Speech Control > Philips Device Control Center.
   The current settings are automatically downloaded from the connected SpeechMike.

4. On the Device tab, configure device settings and select the function to be assigned to each key.
   

5. Click the Upload button to save the new settings.

NOTE
The SpeechMike can be reset to its factory default configuration by clicking the Defaults button. Click the Upload button to save the default settings.

TIP
To test settings and key functions, use the Device test section on the Device tab.

Use application shortcuts
The Device Control Center software allows to start and control other applications with the keys on the SpeechMike.
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. Download and install the latest version of SpeechControl (Philips Device Control Center) from
   https://www.dictation.philips.com/speechcontrol.

2.  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 taskbar. To manually start the program, open the Windows start menu in Windows and select Philips Speech Control >  Philips Device Control Center.

3. Right-click on the application icon in the notification area of the Windows taskbar and verify that Activate application control is enabled. If the option is disabled, the configured settings and buttons will not function for any of the target applications.

NOTE
Exit Philips SpeechExec software when using application shortcuts to prevent unintentional recording when controlling other applications.

Default profile
The default profile is applied automatically when there is no profile assigned to an application in focus. This profile is set up to control Dragon NaturallySpeaking with your SpeechMike. The following settings are defined:

Powerpoint profile
Use this profile to control Powerpoint presentations with the SpeechMike. The following settings are defined:

NOTE
Philips cannot guarantee the proper function of all assigned shortcuts, since shortcuts can differ among versions and languages.

Program a custom profile
It is possible to program shortcuts for other applications to control application functions with the keys of the SpeechMike.

1. The dictation microphone must be connected to the computer with a USB cable.

2. Download and install the latest version of SpeechControl (Philips Device Control Center) from
   https://www.dictation.philips.com/speechcontrol.

3. Start Philips Device Control Center:
   • If the option to start the Philips Device Control Center automatically was selected during installation, open  he 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 Philips Speech Control > Philips Device Control Center.

4. On the tab Application control, click the Add button to create a new profile.
   

5. Browse and select the application executable and click on Open. A profile for the selected application will be added to the list of profiles.
   NOTE
   Exit the target application during configuration. Open the application when the  deviceconfiguration settings are saved.

6. Select a button from the button column and click the icon to assign a shortcut. You can assign different shortcuts for pressing and releasing a key.
   The shortcut editor window is displayed.
   

7.  Enter name for the shortcut and click the Add button to add an operation for the shortcut. The following options are available:
   • Hotkey: Assign a keyboard shortcut
   • Text: Enter the text to be inserted when a key on the SpeechMike is pressed
   • Start application: Start an application by pressing a key on the SpeechMike
   • Mouse button
   • Dragon NaturallySpeaking command
   • Delay
   

8. You can add one operation or a sequence of operations for every shortcut.

9. Click the Finish button to save the new settings.

NOTE
The Device Control Center cannot be used to program application shortcuts for Philips SpeechExec software. Shortcuts for Philips SpeechExec can be configured in the General settings menu of SpeechExec. See the Speech  Exec application help for more information.

TIP
Application control configuration settings can be saved into files and imported later to apply the same configuration settings to several devices.

Updating your device

Your device is controlled by an internal program called firmware. As a part of ongoing product maintenance, the firmware is upgraded and errors are corrected.
It is possible that a newer version (an ‘update’) of the firmware has been released since you purchased the device.
In this case, you can easily update your device to the  latestversion.
Use SpeechControl (Philips Device Control Center) to upgrade the firmware of your device.
You can download the latest version of the application here:
https://www.dictation.philips.com/speechcontrol. Please follow the steps outlined below to upgrade your device.

To upgrade your device:

1. The dictation microphone must be connected to the computer with the USB cable.

2. Start Philips Device Control Center:
   • If the option to start the Philips Device Control Center automatically was selected during 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 Philips Speech Control > Philips Device Control Center.
   NOTE
   Make sure that you’re using the latest version of Philips Device Control Center.|

3. On the Device tab, click on Firmware upgrade.
   

4. Click on the desired upgrade version from the Available firmware versions list.
   
   If the Available firmware versions list is empty, you can also manually check our website for firmware upgrades. Download the firmware update for your SpeechMike model from www.philips.com/dictation.
   Click the Import button and select the folder with the firmware files to be imported.
   

5. Click the Upgrade button.
   

6.  Choose Yes, upgrade the device to install the new firmware.
   • The firmware upgrade takes about 30 seconds.
   • During firmware upgrade the indicator lights of the SpeechMike will be flashing.

CAUTION
Do not disconnect the dictation microphone from the computer during firmware upgrade. This might damage your product.

Configure the bar-code scanner
(LFH3300/3310)
The SpeechMike barcode scanner is preconfigured with the keyboard language US English and the suffix “carriage return” (CR). Before using the barcode scanner for the first time, it is necessary to adapt it to your local keyboard language:

1. Download the installation package from:
   https://www.dictation.philips.com/speechcontrol

2. Unzip the file and navigate to Tools > Barcode Configuration in the unzipped
   files.

3. To change the scanner configuration, start the application
   Barcodeconfig.exe.

For information about customizing the barcode module, refer to the Barcode Scanner configuration guide.

Troubleshooting

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.
The SpeechMike is completely without
function| Some computer providers limit the output power of USB ports to 100mA. These ports may not provide enough power for the
SpeechMike to function properly.| Connect the SpeechMike via a selfpowered hub.
The SpeechMike is connected to the computer but sound will
play on the computer’s speaker
only| SpeechMike is not selected as the default playback device.| In the Windows sound settings, select SpeechMike as the default playback device.

Technical data

Connectivity

• USB: Mini-USB 2.0

Audio

• Microphone type: electret condenser microphone
• Microphone cartridge: 10 mm
• Characteristic: uni-directional
• Frequency response: 200 – 10 000 Hz
• Sensitivity: -37 dBV @ 1 kHz
• Signal-to-noise ratio: > 70 dBA

Sound

• Speaker type: built-in round, dynamic speaker. Speaker diameter: 30 mm
• Acoustic frequency response: 300 – 7500 Hz
• Speaker output power: > 200 mW

Barcode scanner (LFH3300/3310)

• Compatible bar codes: EAN, UPC, Code 11 / 39 / 93 / 128,
  Codabar, MSI Code, Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Chinese 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, Inverse 1D, GS1 DataBar

• Laser class: class 1 laser product

System requirements

•  Processor: Intel Pentium 4, 1.0 GHz or equivalent processor
•  RAM memory: 1 GB (2 GB recommended)
• Hard disk space: 10 MB for Speech Control, 100 MB for SpeechExec (optional), 250 MB for Microsoft .NET Framework
• Operating system: Windows 10, MacOS
• Free USB port

Green specifications

• Compliant to 2011/65/EU (RoHS)
• Lead-free soldered product

Operation conditions

• Temperature: 5° – 45° C / 41° – 113° F
•  Humidity: 10% – 90%

Dimensions

• Product dimensions (W × D × H): 45 × 165 × 30 mm / 1.8 × 6.5 × 1.2 inch
• Weight: 0.120 kg / 0.265 lbs
•  Cable length: 3 m / 9.8 ft

Design and finishing

• Material: high-class polymers with hygienic surface
• Color(s): warm grey/black

Accessories

•  USB cable
• Quick start guide

Certifications

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.
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Philips
may void the  user’s authority tooperate the equipment.
Cables
Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with
FCC Rules and Regulations.
Canadian notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Regulations.
Avis Canadien
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number:| LFH3200, LFH3205, LFH3210,
LFH3215, LFH3220, LFH3225,
LFH3300, LFH3310, LFH3320
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Trade Name:| Philips SpeechMike Premium
Responsible
Party:| Speech Processing Solutions USA
Inc
Address:| 10745 Westside Way, Suite 225, Alpharetta, GA 30009,
USA
Telephone
number:| 888-260-6261
Website:| http://www.philips.com/dictation

LFH3200, LFH3205, LFH3210, LFH3215, LFH3220, LFH3225, LFH3300, LFH3310, LFH3320

Tested to comply with FCC standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference. 2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CE Declaration of Conformity

Philips confirms that the product corresponds to the relevant guidelines of the European Union.

Open-source software

Products mentioned in this manual may contain open source software.
Speech Processing Solutions GmbH hereby offers to deliver, upon request, a copy of the complete corresponding source code for the  opyrighted open source software packages used in this product for which such offer is requested by the respective licenses. This offer is  alid up to three years after product purchase. To obtain the source code, please write in English to: info@speech.com.
Neither Speech  rocessing Solutions GmbH nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties with respect to claims for damages, losses, costs or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of an accident, misuse or abuse of this product or
unauthorized modifications, repair, modification of the product or failure to meet the operating and maintenance instructions provided
by the  manufacturer.
This user manual is a document with no contractual nature.
We accept no liability for changes, mistakes or printing errors.

Issue date 2021-04-27
© 2021 Speech Processing Solutions GmbH. All rights reserved.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Philips and the Philips shield emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips
N.V. and are used by Speech Processing Solutions GmbH under license from Koninklijke Philips N.V. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

References

• Professional dictation solutions and voice recorders | Philips
• SpeechMike (LFH3200, LFH3300)
• Workflow & software | Philips
• Professional dictation solutions and voice recorders | Philips
• Workflow & software | Philips

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