Parallax Inc, Emic 2 Text-to-Speech Synthesizer Module - 30016

Text-to-Speech synthesizer module

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.

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)
On-board audio power amplifier and 3.5mm jack socket
Single row, 6-pin, 0.1in header for easy connection to a host system
Power supply: +5Vdc @ 30mA idle, 46 to 220mA active (depending on speech parameters and output load)
Communication: serial UART @ 9600bps
Dimensions: 31.7 x 38.1 x 9.4mm
Operating temperature range: -20 to +70°C