Setting up Philiphs SpeechMike with the Dictation Daddy
Sep 20, 2025
Setting Up Your Philips SpeechMic: Quick Guide
Step 1: Set Dictation Software Shortcut
Open dictation software Settings → Controls
Set External Control to Ctrl + Shift + D
Step 2: Configure SpeechMic in Philips SpeechControl
Open Philips SpeechControl software
Go to Button configuration
Select Button: Record
Set:
Button type: Hotkey
Key code identifier: D
Key character: d
Modifiers: ✓ Control ✓ Shift
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
Press Record button on SpeechMic
Dictation should start
Press again to stop
If Not Working
Verify shortcuts match exactly
Confirm you clicked Upload
Check status shows "Ready"
Restart both applications
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Remember: No Upload = No Change