Additional Syntax Rules for DECtalk Software In-line Commands

If the value in a [:dv] command is too low, DECtalk Software uses the minimum valid value. If the value is too high, it uses the maximum valid value.

After you enter a command, that command applies to the remaining text until it is overridden by another command. For example, the command [:nk] invokes Kit’s voice on all entered text until you enter another voice-selection command.

Invalid commands are ignored. By setting the [:error speak] command, you can receive an audible warning that an invalid command has been entered.

Do not put arpabet parameters within the brackets for another command.

DECtalk Software interprets text between brackets as phonemes only after the [:phoneme arpabet speak on] command has been sent to the application. If [:phoneme arpabet speak on] has not been sent, DECtalk Software interprets the brackets and characters between them literally. The [:phoneme arpabet speak off] command must be sent with actual characters if you want to insert brackets in normal text.

If the command [:phoneme arpabet speak on] is set and you forget the right bracket ( ] ), DECtalk Software attempts to interpret all text following the ASCII text as phonemes, skipping over illegal letter combinations. The resulting text sounds garbled. Enter a right bracket to fix this problem.

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