Setting up Philiphs SpeechMike with the Dictation Daddy

Sep 20, 2025

Setting Up Your Philips SpeechMic: Quick Guide

Step 1: Set Dictation Software Shortcut

  1. Open dictation software Settings → Controls

  2. Set External Control to Ctrl + Shift + D

Step 2: Configure SpeechMic in Philips SpeechControl

  1. Open Philips SpeechControl software

  2. Go to Button configuration

  3. Select Button: Record

  4. Set:

    • Button type: Hotkey

    • Key code identifier: D

    • Key character: d

    • Modifiers: ✓ ControlShift

  5. Click OK

Step 3: Upload Settings to Device (CRITICAL)

Click the Upload button in SpeechControl toolbar

Without this step, your settings won't transfer to the SpeechMic.

Software Name

Philips SpeechControl - The Windows configuration software for SpeechMic devices

Test

  1. Press Record button on SpeechMic

  2. Dictation should start

  3. Press again to stop

If Not Working

  • Verify shortcuts match exactly

  • Confirm you clicked Upload

  • Check status shows "Ready"

  • Restart both applications

  • For help connect on rahul@dictationdaddy.com

Remember: No Upload = No Change

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