How you turn on your microphone to start dictating using Dragon Medical One depends on the type of microphone you are using.

Headset or dock mic

If you're using a headset, select the microphone icon on the DragonBar (or select the + key if you have a numeric keyboard) to talk.

DragonBar with arrow pointing to microphone icon

PowerMic (or similar handheld microphone)

If you're using a PowerMic, just press and hold the talk button to begin dictating. Speak into the microphone at the top of the PowerMic.

PowerMic with arrow pointing to microphone area (talk here) and arrow pointing to press to talk button.

PowerMic Mobile

Press the microphone button on PowerMic Mobile to begin dictating.

PowerMIc Mobile with arrow pointing to microphone button

Note: Remember to turn off the microphone when you're done dictating to avoid capturing unwanted audio.

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How to switch microphones in Dragon Medical One

How to customize microphone buttons for Dragon Medical One

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