System Requirements
Your computer should be running Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows XP
(for Windows XP Professional Edition please call customer service at 800-742-8588), or Apple Macintosh OS 9.0.4,
with an available USB port.
General
Before you install your Parrott®TalkPro USB Headset, be sure your computer is running and that you exit all
running applications.
1. Connect the Parrott®TalkPro Headset
To Your Computer
1. Plug the Translator Quick Disconnect cord into the headset Quick
Disconnect jack. Make sure that the MICROPHONE button on
the Quick Disconnect pendant is in the “ON” (OUT) position.
2. Plug the USB plug into the USB port on your computer. On Windows
systems, as soon as the USB plug is inserted into the USB port, the system
will detect the addition of the headset, and the Add New Hardware Wizard
will run automatically as described in steps 2 through 4 below. In
some instances the New Hardware Wizard window will not appear
while drivers are being installed. Macintosh users, please skip to
step 5 below.
2. Windows Add New Hardware Wizard
- First Pass - USB Composite Device
Note: Windows 98 Second Edition Upgrade users may need the
Windows 98 Second Edition Upgrade CDROM available.
1. The Add New Hardware Wizard should detect the new “USB
Composite Device.” Click Next. If the device is not detected, refer to
the Troubleshooting section of the Parrott®USB Headset User Guide
on the VXI website at www.vxicorp.com.
2. The next window asks “What do you want Windows to search?” Select “Search for the best driver for your
device.” Click Next.
3. The next window asks “Where do you want Windows to search?” Select the hard drive only with the default location
in the text box (either “c:\Windows”, or “c:\Windows\Options\Cabs” depending on your PC.) Click Next.
4. The next window states: Windows will now install the driver for “USB Composite Device.” Click Next.
5. Click Finish.
3. Windows Add New Hardware Wizard - Second Pass
- USB Human Interface Device
The second pass of the Add New Hardware Wizard detects a USB Human Interface Device. This portion of the
installation proceeds like the first, replacing “USB Composite Device” with “USB Human Interface Device.”
4. Windows Add New Hardware Wizard - Third Pass
- USB Audio Device
The third pass of the Add New Hardware Wizard detects a USB Audio Device. This portion of the installation
proceeds like the first, replacing “USB Composite Device” with “USB Audio Device.” The Windows drivers have
now been installed.
5. Macintosh Users
Note: Plug the Parrott®TalkPro USB Headset directly into your
Mac’s USB port, not the keyboard USB hub.
1. Configure the Microphone Control Strip. Click on the
microphone icon on the control strip. In the pop-up menu,
click on USB Audio. Do the same for the speaker icon.
2. Configure the Sound Control Panel. Open the Sound
Control Panel and select Input. Verify that USB Audio is
selected as the sound input source. If not selected, click
on USB Audio in the list. Do the same for the Output for
the sound output. Close the Sound Control Panel.
Installation Verification and Troubleshooting
To verify the installation or for troubleshooting tips, please refer to the Parrott®
USB Headset User Guide documentation on VXI Corporation’s website, at
www.vxicorp.com.
Using the Parrott®TalkPro USB Headset
Adjusting the Microphone
The microphone boom can be positioned on either side of your mouth by
rotating the headset and swiveling the boom. When the microphone boom is
adjusted to your liking, be sure that the white dot on the microphone housing
faces your mouth. Adjust the microphone so that it is positioned about one
finger-width away from the corner of your mouth.
Quick Disconnect Controls
The Quick Disconnect pendant provides a push on/push off button for muting the
microphone. Push the button in to mute the microphone. Push the button again so it is
out to activate the microphone. To adjust the volume in the earphone, rotate the volume
control as shown.
Speech Recognition Applications
Your VXI Parrott®TalkPro USB Headset will work as is with all major speech
recognition software applications from leading vendors including IBM and Dragon Systems.
Voice Over the Internet (VoIP) Applications
IMPORTANT! To activate your VXI Parrott®TalkPro USB Headset for Internet telephone calls, visit the VXI
website at www.vxicorp.com/download.htm.
