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how to slow down dictation on Express Scribe - needslowspeed


Posted: Jun 26, 2011

Is someone able to help me figure out how to slow down dictation on ES? When I "play at slow speed," it takes it to such a slow speed I am unable to decipher that! Thank you! Also, what number do I need where it will automatically begin again a few seconds BACK from where I actually am in the dictation, if that makes sense.

Couple Tips - mtanon

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ES is not known for doing very well with slower speeds. I'm sure you are getting the best you can with dropping the setting just a little. For pedal auto backspace, go to Settings and stay on the PLAYBACK tab. In the blank line for AUTO BACKSTEP type in about 1500 and see if that works for you (here's where you can type in any number that will determine how far back you want your recording to go. Play with the setting and you'll get the hang of it.

You may know this, but here's just a tip. If you really can, it's a good idea to try and obtain Transcription Gear or a digital software program use(you can get some of these pretty cheaply on Ebay sometimes). I use Olympus and it doesn't have that speed distortion. Of course, then you might need the pedal that goes with the software, but it's usually a good investment if you can swing it. When I tried Transcription Gear I believe it had pretty good playback on slow speed, which I believe this works with most foot pedals. Good luck to you.

ES - slowerspeed

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Hey, thanks so much for your help! I just happened to read another post and downloaded the Gear Player for free for 5 days. Wow. It's really nice!! And, you're right, it's great with slowing speeds and all that. I didn't even think of looking on eBay. Thanks for the suggestion!!


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