How to Use Silent Speech Interpreter

A step-by-step guide to help you get started with using the Silent Speech Interpreter for effective communication.

Quick Start Video Tutorial

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Getting Started

To begin using the Silent Speech Interpreter, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open the application by clicking the "Start Interpreter" button on the home page.
  2. Grant camera access when prompted. The system requires access to your camera to detect lip movements and facial expressions.
  3. Adjust your position to ensure your face is clearly visible in the camera frame.
  4. Make sure you're in a well-lit environment with minimal background noise.

Tips for Optimal Setup

  • Face the camera directly with your entire face visible.
  • Ensure good lighting that illuminates your face evenly without harsh shadows.
  • Minimize background distractions and noise.
  • Position yourself about 1-2 feet (30-60 cm) away from the camera.
Setting up Silent Speech Interpreter
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Speaking Silently

Once the system is running, you can begin communicating by articulating words silently:

  1. Speak clearly but without producing sound, making sure your lip movements are deliberate.
  2. Start with simple words or short phrases to get comfortable with the system.
  3. Pace yourself - speak slower than normal to give the system time to process your lip movements.
  4. Observe the confidence meter to gauge how well the system is interpreting your speech.

Tips for Clear Articulation

  • Exaggerate your lip movements slightly for better recognition.
  • Keep your head stable while speaking.
  • Avoid covering your mouth with your hands or other objects.
  • Try to maintain a neutral facial expression initially, then incorporate emotions as you get more comfortable.
Speaking silently
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Using Hand Gestures

The Silent Speech Interpreter can also recognize hand gestures for quick communication:

  1. Hold your hand in front of the camera within the frame.
  2. Perform one of the recognized gestures clearly and deliberately.
  3. Hold the gesture for 1-2 seconds to ensure it's captured.
  4. The system will convert recognized gestures into predefined phrases.

Common Gesture Shortcuts

  • Thumbs Up: "Yes, please" or "I agree"
  • Thumbs Down: "No, thank you" or "I disagree"
  • Open Palm: "Help" or "I need assistance"
  • OK Sign: "I'm fine" or "Everything is good"
  • Pointing Up: "One moment please" or "Wait"
Using hand gestures
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Customizing Settings

Personalize your Silent Speech Interpreter experience with these settings:

  1. Click the gear icon (⚙️) in the interpreter view to open settings.
  2. Adjust voice settings to choose between male, female, or neutral voices.
  3. Use the speech rate slider to make the spoken output faster or slower.
  4. Choose a display theme that suits your preference (light, dark, or high contrast).
  5. Adjust camera settings if you have multiple cameras or need to change resolution.

Setting Recommendations

  • Start with the default voice and gradually adjust to find your preference.
  • If you're in a bright environment, the light theme may be easier to see; in low light, use the dark theme.
  • High contrast theme is recommended for users with visual impairments.
  • Lower camera resolution may improve performance on older devices.
Customizing settings
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Training Custom Phrases

Improve accuracy by training the system on your unique way of speaking:

  1. In settings, navigate to the "Training" tab.
  2. Click "Add New Phrase" and type the phrase you want to teach the system.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to record yourself silently articulating the phrase multiple times.
  4. Submit the training data and wait for the system to process it.
  5. Test your custom phrase to see if recognition has improved.

Training Tips

  • Start with short, commonly used phrases that are important to you.
  • Record in the same lighting conditions you typically use the system in.
  • Train at least 10 samples per phrase for optimal recognition.
  • Re-train periodically to improve accuracy as the system learns your patterns.
Training custom phrases

Ready to Start Communicating?

Now that you understand how to use the Silent Speech Interpreter, why not try it out?

Launch Silent Speech Interpreter