XDA2s and MS Voice Command 1.5

[Guest]

Hi all,

Does the XDA2s and Microsofts Voice Command work on a XDA2s?

I'm not English, but I'm sure my English is good enought!
Whenever I give a voice command I get a "please repeate" error..

I think it's something with the mic gain, but where and how do I set it lower? Enabling/Disabling the Microphone AGC settings did not really help!

Any suggestions?

[Maciej L]

You should rather forget about this application. I tried to use it but with no success, exactly like you. Then I tried other applications (with the same result) and finally I followed suggestions from this forum: Neuvoice - it works and it's cheap.

Rgds
Maciej L

[Guest]

You should rather forget about this application. I tried to use it but with no success, exactly like you. Then I tried other applications (with the same result) and finally I followed suggestions from this forum: Neuvoice - it works and it's cheap.

Rgds
Maciej L

Thanks Maciej L,

Yes I think I will dump it.. It really sucks...

Looks nice the Neuvoice. To bad there is no demo to test it 1st

[Maciej L]

Yes there is a demo version, just download the full version from somewhere and it works as demo until you purchase the unlock code (as far as I can remember - but I'm not 100% sure - so you should by yourself)

Rgds
Maciej L

[Chris Tinker]

I have just received my XDAIIs upgrade from an XDA II and it comes complete with Fonix Voice Dial. It automatically records test voices against your contacts (name number) and then you can call it up any time. You can also record your own voice which makes it more efficient. It also works with bluetooth. It seems an OK applicaiton to me.

Is this what you have been talking about? :lol:

[nomadman]

In a quiet environment, it really doesn't have any problems with recognizing my commands. As long as you don't have a terrible English accent. However, you can forget about if you are in a loud environment though.

[miguelromerom]

of where you have downloaded it to you.

I don't find any demo in any place

greetings and thank you

[Chris Tinker]

I got mine with the XDA IIs cd but try Handango.com who have a good range of voice software including Vito Voice.... :D

[miguelromerom]

you have registered in your cd ?¿?

regards

[cbrow51]

well, I have to say MS Voice Command works great for me. 95% hit rate on about 1000 contacts in my xdaIIs. Even in the car. Far better that V1.01. A couple of tips from my experienece with it.

1. Make sure the microphone auto gain is "disabled"

2. If it initially has problems and hit rate is very low, a soft reset usually sorts it out

3. Map the "record" button to Voice Command for easier access.

4. If your car is noisy, use a wired head set while driving. (I have not been able to get the bluetooth voice dialing to work at this point)

[Guest]

well, I have to say MS Voice Command works great for me. 95% hit rate on about 1000 contacts in my xdaIIs. Even in the car. Far better that V1.01. A couple of tips from my experienece with it.

1. Make sure the microphone auto gain is "disabled"

2. If it initially has problems and hit rate is very low, a soft reset usually sorts it out

3. Map the "record" button to Voice Command for easier access.

4. If your car is noisy, use a wired head set while driving. (I have not been able to get the bluetooth voice dialing to work at this point)

Hmmm... With none of the Voice dial programs I've been able to get the bluetooth to work.. Not sure if it's the bluetooth unit itself, or if it's some ROM version thingy...

The BT headset is a SE HBH-600. The XDA2s is with ROM version 1.12.62 WWE and radio version 1.02.00.

Can/will this work with bluetooth voice dialing??

[cbrow51]

No, sorry, I have not been able to make it work. I think its still an issue with the implementation of the BT stack (in this case the Widcomm stack) on the HTC devices. I can establish a connect from my headset to the device, but does not "link up" with voice dialing.

I now use a regular noise cancelling wired headset in the car, via an adapter plug sold by PockPCTechs (www.pocketpctechs.com) Other wise just use the phone mic to initiate a voice command dialed call

Regards

Chris

[AndyCr15]

Other wise just use the phone mic to initiate a voice command dialed call

I was going to ask how well this works?

I'm getting a BT car kit fitted literally in the next hour and was hoping I'd be able to voice dial like I could my old Nokia, while driving.

[magpie2000k]

O2 xda2s with microsoft voice software

I have a fairly noisy sports car but it works well..

I have the voice mapped to contacts button so one press and direct voice towards pda and no botha.... about 95% hit rate on 200 contacts..

I must add it has only been that good since buying a brodgit car cradle so it positioned well.. obviously you have to turn stereo off

the only complaint i have with it is that when the voice speaks back to you to confirm what you have said I cant hear it very well..

does anyone know of any settings to improve audio levels..

cheers

stay happy

[cbrow51]

Hi Guys

I have upgraded my 'Voice Command' handsfree solution as follows.

1. Added an FM 'Sound Feeder' from Pocketpctechs, that connects to the xda via one of 2 different pocketpctechs audio adaptors.

2. Tune the radio to one of the 8 frequencies supported by the Sound Feeder and the xda then plays all audio output through the car stereo system. This works for all apps, including my Navman GPS and Media Player!. I also mapped a button (I used the record button) to Voice Command, so one press activates VC and I can initiate a call by voice from there.

The really nice thing about this arrangement is that if i have media player running through the system, and a call comes in, the music mutes automatically, the phone rings, and i can take the call. When you end the call, media player picks right up again!

3. For the microphone part, there are 2 options:

a. The one I am using right now, is to use the pocketpctech 'single' adaptor, that allows sound to play through the stereo, while keeping the mic of the xda active. This means the xda picks up your voice directly for voice command and telecons, while at the same time playing the sound you normally hear via headphones, through the stereo. This works great for the incoming voice, although you need to talk fairly loudly for the party calling to hear you well. Decent enough though...
b. The upgrade I will make this weekend is to use the 'dual' pocketpctechs adaptor. This one accepts the soundfeeder on one side, plus a regular 2.5mm heasdset on the other. This one disables the internal xda mic, and allows you to use the mic from the headset. So I plan to permantly position this mic (after cutting off the ear bud!) on the door pillar as in normal car hands free installs. This should improve the outbound sound a good bit....

Will let you know how I get on

Regards

Chris

[AndyCr15]

In the end, the Parrot CK3100 car kit has its own built in voice recognition, so I have no worries :)

[cbrow51]

Great! I looked at the Parrot a while back. How much was it? Work ok?
Regards
Chris

[AndyCr15]

Well, I've not really had chance to test it properly yet, seems to be good. Cost me £180 to have it fitted, the old one removed and a bit of extra power wired in for my GPS & PDA.

[cbrow51]

Hi Andy

Sounds good. Let us know how it works out for you. I am interested in how the bluetooth connection holds up. I am still having problems with my xda maintaining a connection with my bluetooth headset.

Regards

chris