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    Built In Microphone

    Discussion in 'HP' started by AppleAssault, Jan 27, 2007.

  1. AppleAssault

    AppleAssault Newbie

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    Hello, I have a Compaq Presario V6000Z and I have the built in microphone which I would very much like to use and try out. There is the problem though, and it is that I don't know where to use it or what program to use it with. Please help, I would like to try this feature out but am not sure how. Thank You
     
    AppleAssault, Jan 27, 2007
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  2. Gamermatt

    Gamermatt Notebook Deity

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    you can use it in a lot of programs. One simple one is the sound recorder. Go to start, accessories, entertainment, then sound recorder. Also you can do voice chat in aim, messenger, and skype.

    -MATT
     
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  3. aphexacid

    aphexacid Notebook Consultant

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    google audacity
     
    aphexacid, Jan 27, 2007
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  4. grumpy3b

    grumpy3b Notebook Evangelist

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    in case you dint know it, Windows XP has speech recognition software built-in sorta...here is a link explaining it:

    Windows XP Speech Recognition

    It actually works fairly well and with a number of Windows applications. It gives a way to try it out. Everything from dictation to controlling your system with voice commands.

    One thing you will find is the built-in mic's are not the best for many uses. it has been my experience they work OK but a nice noise cancelling headset is a better option for almost all mic needs. Logitech makes some nice ones that are not too expensive. But in to just get a feel and use a mic the built-in should be fine.
     
    grumpy3b, Jan 27, 2007
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