Voice Control

adsam · 09-23-2005, 05:24 AM

I cannot wait to use the voice command feature but my question is....what is the accuracy rate of the system in recognising voices???

Is there a training procedure or is it a matter of speaking clearly and SLOWLY??? I dont want to command the radio to tune into a particular frequency if it takes 5 seconds in slowly commanding....would be quicker by hand using idrive !!

Bimmer325iSE · 09-23-2005, 06:46 AM

Just speak clearly. No training required - regognises anybody's voice.

I've had my car for a couple of weeks and have used voice commands loads of times and had no problems with it.

David328M-Sport · 09-23-2005, 06:55 AM

try it our a few times. you will get the hang of it. it's not hard at all.

what's the worst that could happen? so the voice lady gets angry with you and refuses to let you start the car.

only joking!!!

check out CMD's well laid out voice prompts list a little further down the threads list. that will really help you get going and keep you going.

enjoy your car.

LEDZEP · 09-23-2005, 06:57 AM

Couple of tips: speak normally (we tend to over inunciate) at a normal speaking volume. Make sure all windows are closed and the A/C isn't running on loud fan - background noise makes it difficult. Certain words are just difficult to recognize... for example, words with soft low sounds like "home" are tough. I ended up changing it to "house", which is a clearer.

Experiment a little when you get it. I will say, it is a very good VR system.

UK E91 · 09-23-2005, 04:24 PM

Recognises my voice no problem, but it's a bit hit and miss - especially the phone. Only had the car a few days though, so will keep experimenting.

CnoteMD · 09-25-2005, 10:52 AM

I think the voice control works GREAT! I have had only a few instances where it didn't immediately recognize the command. But, in general I can speak at a normal conversation pace and it works fine.

I have even used these commands when I was hoarse and it still worked fine. There are two things that will cause it to malfunction.

1. If you start speaking before the beep. This is probably the most common problem I have had.
2. A few times my radar beeped while I was talking and caused it to give the wrong command. Basically, you need things to be quiet in order for it to hear your voice.

Michael

09-23-2005, 05:24 AM	#1
adsam Wk 26 E92 335i Tiag, saddle, nav,sports,premium,CA 10 Rep 59 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: TORONTO iTrader: (0)	Voice Control I cannot wait to use the voice command feature but my question is....what is the accuracy rate of the system in recognising voices??? Is there a training procedure or is it a matter of speaking clearly and SLOWLY??? I dont want to command the radio to tune into a particular frequency if it takes 5 seconds in slowly commanding....would be quicker by hand using idrive !!
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Bimmer325iSE Private 9 Rep 84 Posts Drives: E90 325iSE Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Just speak clearly. No training required - regognises anybody's voice. I've had my car for a couple of weeks and have used voice commands loads of times and had no problems with it. __________________ Bimmer325i ------------------------------------------------------- 325iSE, Sparkling Graphite, Black Leather, iDrive Pro + Voice Control, Logic 7, Xenon, 18" Wheels, Sports Steering Wheel & Seats, PDC F&R Deposit placed for E90 M3.
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09-23-2005, 06:55 AM	#3
David328M-Sport Brigadier General 101 Rep 3,566 Posts Drives: F30 M-Sport 328i Estoril Blue Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Melbourne Australia iTrader: (0)	try it our a few times. you will get the hang of it. it's not hard at all. what's the worst that could happen? so the voice lady gets angry with you and refuses to let you start the car. only joking!!! check out CMD's well laid out voice prompts list a little further down the threads list. that will really help you get going and keep you going. enjoy your car. __________________ 328i M-Sport, Estoril Blue, Carbon XP 35 Tint, front heated seats, black Dakota, Sports Suspension, Anthracite Headliner, HUD, Pro Nav, Sunroof, hk 600w, Bi-Xenon, 19" 403M wheels, Reversing Camera, DAB+, Xenon, BT Ext Connect, MST turbo intake pipe, MST Cold Air Intake, JB4 on Map 2 with Catless DP produces awesome performance in Sport.
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09-23-2005, 06:57 AM	#4
LEDZEP Lieutenant General 417 Rep 12,276 Posts Drives: 2009 E70 & 2011 F25 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Area 51 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 35i M Sport [7.62] 2009 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2007 328xi E90 [0.00] 2006 325xiT E91 [0.00]	Couple of tips: speak normally (we tend to over inunciate) at a normal speaking volume. Make sure all windows are closed and the A/C isn't running on loud fan - background noise makes it difficult. Certain words are just difficult to recognize... for example, words with soft low sounds like "home" are tough. I ended up changing it to "house", which is a clearer. Experiment a little when you get it. I will say, it is a very good VR system. __________________ I think it is bad luck to be superstitious
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UK E91 Private 2 Rep 84 Posts Drives: E91 320d SE Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Recognises my voice no problem, but it's a bit hit and miss - especially the phone. Only had the car a few days though, so will keep experimenting.
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09-25-2005, 10:52 AM	#6
CnoteMD Commander in Chief 37 Rep 1,034 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 535i Join Date: May 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 M5 [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00]	I think the voice control works GREAT! I have had only a few instances where it didn't immediately recognize the command. But, in general I can speak at a normal conversation pace and it works fine. I have even used these commands when I was hoarse and it still worked fine. There are two things that will cause it to malfunction. 1. If you start speaking before the beep. This is probably the most common problem I have had. 2. A few times my radar beeped while I was talking and caused it to give the wrong command. Basically, you need things to be quiet in order for it to hear your voice. Michael __________________ 2008 BMW 535i Space Gray, Black Leather, Dark Bamboo Trim\| Sport Automatic with Paddles \| Sport Package 2008 BMW M5 (gone, but not forgotten) Space Gray, Silverstone Merino Leather, Madeira Walnut Wood Trim \| 7speed SMG \| All options Mods: Corsa Exhaust \| RPI Ram Air Intake \| H&R Sport Springs \| Rogue Engineering 12mm spacers
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