Emic 2 Text-to-Speech ModuleGive your project a voice! Designed in conjunction with Grand Idea Studio, the Emic 2 Text-to-Speech Module is a multi-language voice synthesizer that converts a stream of digital text into natural sounding speech. Its simple command-based interface makes it easy to integrate into any embedded system.Features High-quality speech synthesis for English and Spanish languages Nine pre-defined voice styles comprising male, female, and child Dynamic control of speech and voice characteristics, including pitch, speaking rate, and word emphasis Industry-standard DECtalk text-to-speech synthesizer engine (5.0.E1) Applications Reading Internet-based data streams (such as e-mails or Twitter feeds) Conveying status or sensor results from robots, scientific equipment, or industrial machinery Language learning or speech aids for educational environments Specification Single row, 6-pin, 0.1" header for easy connection to a host system Power requirements: 5 VDC, 30 mA idle, 46-220 mA active (depending on speech parameters and output load) Communication: Asynchronous 9600 bps serial (8N1) Dimensions: 1.25" W x 1.5" L x 0.37" H (3.17 W x 3.81 L x 0.94 H cm) Operating temperature: -20 to 70 C (-4 to 158 F) Back View Downloads & Resources Emic 2 Text-to-Speech Product Documentation Example Code for Propeller Example Code for BASIC Stamp Example Code for Arduino Epson/Fonix DECtalk 5.01-E1 User Guide Emic 2 Bill-of-Materials Open Emic 2 Schematic Example Sounds Audio Sample - English Audio Sample - Spanish Audio Sample - Singing
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