1.1 Is a version planned for other operating systems (MacOS, Linux, Symbian, Windows Mobile)?
Answer:
Currently, there is no work underway to make Expressivo available for operating systems other than Windows. In order to run Expressivo in MacOS or Linux you can use PC emulating programs from the Windows system installed, such as: parallels, vmware, or the freeware qem.
1.2 Is there going to be a palmtop version?
Answer:
Currently, there are no steps being taken towards adapting Expressivo for this type of instrument. Such a version may be available in future.
1.3 Expressivo is playing music in the background while reading. How do I turn it off?
Answer:
The background music cannot be switched off. It is a deliberate limitation on the demo version which is designed to show the amazing possibilities speech synthesis gives us. The full version of Expressivo has no background music.
1.4 What file formats are compatible with Expressivo?
Answer:
Expressivo can read files in the following formats: doc, eml, html, pdf, rtf, sxw, txt, odt. In the future, new converters will be available, enabling files in new formats to be used.
1.5 Will audio files created using Expressivo work on my mp3 player?
Answer:
Expressivo can save files in mp3, ogg and wav formats. If your mp3 player uses any of these formats you won't have the slightest problem in listening to audio files created by Expressivo.
1.6 How do I find Expressivo's dictionary of exceptions?
Answer:
The dictionary file is called ExpressivoDictionary_XX.xml (where XX stands for a two letter abbreviation of the language). The file is located slightly different depending on the system.
Windows Vista: C:\Users\User_name\AppData\Roaming\Expressivo Windows XP: C:\Documents and Settings\User_name\Application data\Expressivo
1.7 How do I install Expressivo on my iPod?
Answer:
Expressivo cannot be installed on an iPod. Expressivo does however integrate with iTunes. iTunes is Apple's excellent tool for cataloguing and managing the recordings library on your computer. Thanks to the integration of Expressivo with iTunes it's childsplay transferring audiobooks onto your iPod.
1.8 What do I do if Expressivo won't update and keeps downloading the same version every time?
Answer:
This situation indicates that the operating system is blocking the initiation of the update installer. In such cases, it is necessary to “manually” force the installer to start. Select (in Windows) from the start menu the Run option, then enter the following command:
%temp%\Expressivo_setup.exe
1.9 After updating Firefox, Expressivo the integrating icons have disappeared – how do I get them back?
Answer:
Open Firefox. Go to the program menu at the top and select View -> Toolbar -> Customize. This brings up the Customize toolbar window, in which the Expressivo icons can be found. Now you can move them to Expressivo's main window using the “drag-and-drop” technique.
1.10 I've got Expressivo with an English voice. What do I have to do to use a different voice with the program?
Answer:
Just buy another English voice in the Expressivo shop. The voice purchased will easily install into your copy of Expressivo.
1.11 Can I use Expressivo in my company to read legal materials, reports, emails?
Answer:
Yes, the Expressivo licence allows its use on the computers of an organisation or company. So you can individually listen to emails, e-books, teaching or legal materials. More information about the use of Expressivo in a company or organisation can be found using this link. It should be remembered though, that the program licence forbids the use of speech generated by Expressivo to be used in materials concerning a given company or organisation, i.e. on an Internet site, in presentations, on a switchboard (so-called commercial uses). Information on using Expressivo in business contexts is available from the Trading department of IVO Software:
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1.12 Can I install Expressivo on two computers at the same time with only one licence?
Answer:
The licence defines the Expressivo program as single-site, which means that a given copy of the program may only be installed on 1 computer at a time. For example, if I have Expressivo installed at work - Expressivo cannot be installed at home. If I uninstall the program at work – I can install it at home. Using a single licence on two computers at any one time is illegal. A second licence must be purchased.
1.13 Can I use the voice generated by Expressivo in my company or organization using it, for example, on a website, in a presentation, on a switchboard?
Answer:
The Expressivo licence forbids the public use of generated speech, including distribution within a company, in company materials or placement on a private website. In order to use the generated speech on a personal, business or organisation website it is necessary to purchase a product with a business licence.
More about products allowing the use of speech in accordance with the above examples can be found in the IVO Software Trading Department -
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2.1 Why should I register Expressivo?
As a registered user you get:
Full access to the Expressivo forum
Automatic program updates to the new version
An additional advantage of registration is that it simplifies and speeds up the process of customer service if any technical problems are reported with the program. Attention! Registration is only available for users of the full program.
2.2 What do I do if I've registered the program and forgotten the password? I can't upgrade to the newer version!
Using the form, enter the user name and email address given on registering the program and the system will send you a new password.
2.3 How do I change the password?
In order to change the password use the form after logging in.
3.1 Where can I buy Expressivo?
Answer:
You can buy Expressivo at sklep.expressivo.com and at the best multimedia stores.
3.2 What does the full version do compared to the DEMO?
Answer:
You can only use the DEMO version legally for 60 days. Restrictions have been introduced that play background music while text is being read and the synthesizer reminds you regularly that it is only the demo version. In addition, the demo version does not allow the voice to be changed and full access to our Internet forum is not available.
3.3 Can I get a discount on purchasing further voices if I own the full version of Expressivo?
Answer:
In our Internet shop shop.expressivo.com various promotions are often available. Please sign up for our newsletter – thanks to it you'll always be up to date and informed about all our promotions and discounts.
