Possible text-to-speech problems
If no speech is heard after testing the system (see Troubleshooting Speech Systems), consider the following:
- The speaker volume is not turned up or is muted. Some speakers have external controls for volume and muting. Make sure the volume is turned up sufficiently or that muting is off.
- The speakers may not be selected as the current output device. On the Text-to-Speech tab, click Audio Output to make sure that the speakers are selected.
- The speakers might not be connected properly. Consult the speaker hardware documentation for additional information. Make certain that the sound card for the computer is also properly seated, installed and that the correct drivers are available. See Set Up Speakers for additional connection information.
- The text-to-speech engine may be corrupted. To test for corruption, switch to another engine. See Changing the text-to-speech engine. If another engine is working properly, reinstall the specific engine from the original source. If no engine is working properly, reinstall the SAPI component from the original source or CD.
Notes
- To open a Control Panel item, click Start, point to Settings, click Control Panel, and then double-click the appropriate icon.