Digital Voice Recorders
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Hello All,
I just began working with a new client today who is not (and does not want to be) a smartphone user who has an Olympus VN-702PC digital recorder that is proving difficult for him to use. Most of this stems from the fact that menus are not announced beyond a beep. I have used Olympus models in the past that did announce menu items as you navigated, but it's been some years since I last had to evaluate handheld digital recorders for use by someone who's blind or visually impaired. I have to presume that some among our membership still use these purpose-dedicated devices and know which one or ones are more accessible and easy to use than others. So I am soliciting input regarding what makes and models may be favored among the membership. P.S.: This query has also been posted on the Blind Android Users group -- Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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Well since Olympus has I hear discontinued the making of recorders, I’m not really sure if there Is anything. There is the lsp400 I think and one that came out in 2018, that speaks the time and everything else but I can’t remember the model
From: chat@nvda.groups.io <chat@nvda.groups.io> On Behalf Of Brian Vogel
Sent: Friday, March 17, 2023 2:10 PM To: chat@nvda.groups.io Subject: [NVDA Chat] Digital Voice Recorders
Hello All, Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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On Fri, Mar 17, 2023 at 05:45 PM, Sarah k Alawami wrote:
Well since Olympus has I hear discontinued the making of recorders- That doesn't appear to be correct: https://explore.omsystem.com/us/en/audio I don't know whether any of these models is accessibility friendly, though. -- Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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It also appears that there is one, and only one, digital recorder in the current offerings by Olympus that includes voice guidance as opposed to "beep guidance" (which isn't really guidance as it only lets you know that a button press has been made).
https://explore.omsystem.com/us/en/dm-720.html -- Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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Jackie
Brian V, MaxiPads (I mean MaxiAids lol) is selling the DM-720 Olympus
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recorder w/voice guidance. On 3/17/23, Brian Vogel <britechguy@...> wrote:
On Fri, Mar 17, 2023 at 05:45 PM, Sarah k Alawami wrote:- --
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Jackie,
Thanks. I had actually taken a look there, but wanted to solicit broader input just in case other options are available, and might be considered preferable. I suspect we may end up with the Olympus DM-720 when all is said and done. I've always loved the Olympus line of digital recorders, but didn't want to allow my preference to hold sway if there happens to be something better. In this space, though, I suspect that options are narrowing rather than broadening. If the client I'm working with were a smartphone user, or willing to be one, I would have instantly recommended looking at various recording apps to determine both accessibility and "what works best" for him as an individual. By the way, I'd also be happy to hear about recorder apps that anyone might be using and likes. It won't apply to this specific client, but it's helpful to have these rattling around in the mental tumble dryer to get caught in the mental lint trap when I want it. (Of course, who ever gets the "mental lint" they want, when they want it!) -- Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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Jackie
Brian, u might also wanna look at the Wilson Mini voice recorder while
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you're casting about for such things. On 3/17/23, Brian Vogel <britechguy@...> wrote:
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Jackie,
I didn't look at the mini, but your post and a private message I sent to you were being composed at the same time. -- Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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David Mellor
Eltrinex V12Pro was another fully speaking dictaphone that I had looked at a
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few years ago but not got around to buying. I don't know if it's still around. I'll have a look. David -----Original Message-----
From: chat@nvda.groups.io [mailto:chat@nvda.groups.io] On Behalf Of Jackie Sent: 17 March 2023 22:23 To: chat@nvda.groups.io Subject: Re: [NVDA Chat] Digital Voice Recorders Brian, u might also wanna look at the Wilson Mini voice recorder while you're casting about for such things. On 3/17/23, Brian Vogel <britechguy@...> wrote: Jackie,to allow my preference to hold sway if there happens to be something better.him as an individual.might be using and likes. It won't apply to this specific client, but it's -- Jackie McBride Author 36: Last Hours of a Life Be a hero. Fight Scams. Learn how at www.scam911.org Also check out brightstarsweb.com & mysitesbeenhacked.com |
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On Fri, Mar 17, 2023 at 09:23 PM, David Mellor wrote:
Eltrinex V12Pro- David, It's still available: https://lssproducts.com/eltrinex-talking-digital-voice-recorder/ and https://independentliving.com/eltrinex-talking-digital-voice-recorder/ I'd just like input directly from someone who's used it, as it's a brand I have zero familiarity with and it's pricey at around $220. -- Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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Howard Traxler
Since we're talking somewhat about the Olympus recorders, I'm wondering if anyone has the step-by-step instructions to get the voice guidance system working on the Olympus DM-520? I bought one off eBay to replace my broken one. But I can't seem to get it talking.
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Thanks. Howard On 3/17/2023 5:11 PM, Jackie wrote:
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Brian's Mail list account
I am aware that Jonathan Mosen has tested quite a few of these devices, some more professional, and from what I can deduce, some are more accessible than others. These seem to be aimed at pod cast makers and include quite a bit of editing as well as just recording.
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If its a phone, then I think there are several ones for I Phones as long as you use external mikes. This is where we need to define if these are memos or intended for broadcast. Brian -- bglists@... Sent via blueyonder.(Virgin media) Please address personal E-mail to:- briang1@..., putting 'Brian Gaff' in the display name field. ----- Original Message -----
From: "Brian Vogel" <britechguy@...> To: <chat@nvda.groups.io> Sent: Friday, March 17, 2023 9:09 PM Subject: [NVDA Chat] Digital Voice Recorders Hello All, I just began working with a new client today who is not (and does not want to be) a smartphone user who has an Olympus VN-702PC digital recorder that is proving difficult for him to use. Most of this stems from the fact that menus are not announced beyond a beep. I have used Olympus models in the past that did announce menu items as you navigated, but it's been some years since I last had to evaluate handheld digital recorders for use by someone who's blind or visually impaired. I have to presume that some among our membership still use these purpose-dedicated devices and know which one or ones are more accessible and easy to use than others. So I am soliciting input regarding what makes and models may be favored among the membership. P.S.: This query has also been posted on the Blind Android Users group -- Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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I use Microspeech, but it has no external mic, but can of course export its data to usb. Anyway, The address Jonathan Mosen uses is jonathan@...
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He may point you toward one of his podcasts where he tests them. Brian -- bglists@... Sent via blueyonder.(Virgin media) Please address personal E-mail to:- briang1@..., putting 'Brian Gaff' in the display name field. ----- Original Message -----
From: "Brian Vogel" <britechguy@...> To: <chat@nvda.groups.io> Sent: Saturday, March 18, 2023 3:06 AM Subject: Re: [NVDA Chat] Digital Voice Recorders On Fri, Mar 17, 2023 at 09:23 PM, David Mellor wrote: - David, It's still available: https://lssproducts.com/eltrinex-talking-digital-voice-recorder/ and https://independentliving.com/eltrinex-talking-digital-voice-recorder/ I'd just like input directly from someone who's used it, as it's a brand I have zero familiarity with and it's pricey at around $220. -- Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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For clarity's sake: This is meant to be used as a simple verbal note-taking device. No complex editing capabilities are needed.
I also have a strong preference for "over the counter" options when such are suitable simply due to the greatly increased cost of niche devices (whether that niche is about blindness or about use for things like podcasting, medical transcription, etc.) A "plain vanilla" digital recorder with voicing of menus/functions is the extent of what's needed. -- Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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I think it is the dm720 I’m using I can’t remember now.I need to find it actually.
From: chat@nvda.groups.io <chat@nvda.groups.io> On Behalf Of Brian Vogel
Sent: Friday, March 17, 2023 3:09 PM To: chat@nvda.groups.io Subject: Re: [NVDA Chat] Digital Voice Recorders
It also appears that there is one, and only one, digital recorder in the current offerings by Olympus that includes voice guidance as opposed to "beep guidance" (which isn't really guidance as it only lets you know that a button press has been made). Brian - Virginia, USA - Windows 11 Pro, 64-Bit, Version 22H2, Build 22621; Office 2016, Version 16.0.15726.20188, 32-bit; Android 12 (MIUI 13) Let me hasten to add that I *do* like cologne. I just much prefer it as a subtle hint instead of an aromachete. ~ Clay Colwell |
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