Q Why can't I open the 'Talk' mode installation file on my PC? A You might not have the right software to open the '.zip' file. Download a free trial version of 'Win Zip' from www.winzip.com
Q Why can't I record my voice in 'Talk' mode? A There are several possible solutions:
You need a microphone attached to a compatible soundcard in your PC. Not all PC soundcards work with the 'Talk' mode. The following are known soundcards with problems:
eMachine
CrystalWave built in sound on HP Vectra and on Dell Optiplex,Windows NT
AMD Athlon 1,4 with a 'sound on board' mainboard (VIA AC'97 Audio Controller),Win98
AurealVortex card on Dell, SIIG card, Dell P3/450, Undetermined card, Gateway P233 Windows 98
ESS 1868 Windows 98 only
ESS Maestro2E
Check the microphone settings in 'Setup'
Select Input Device: Check which socket your microphone is plugged into on your soundcard
Input Volume: Make sure the input volume is set high enough so you can hear it play back
Save Location: Make sure the save location is the same as the folder where you've saved the application
Q In 'Talk' mode I can record and hear my voice when I do a test, so why doesn't it play back within the dialogue? A Check the microphone settings in 'Setup'. See above
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