Hello Listers,

I recently purchased a new Lenovo I5 PC with Windows 10. When I issue a JAWS command, after not having done so for a few seconds, the first syllable or character of the spoken response gets truncated. How can I correct this annoying condition?

Thanks,

Paul Filpus

Hi, Paul. This is because your sound card is going to sleep after a few seconds to save power. There is a JAWS option which is supposed to correct this problem, but I haven't found it to be effective. Instead, install a program called Silenzio, which prevents the sound card from going to sleep after a few seconds, by continuously transmitting a silent signal to the sound card. I will post the link for this program below.

http://www.stefankiss.sk/modules.php?name=Downloads&d_op=getit&lid=112

Paul:

The answer is quite simple really.

First, go into the JAWS Settings Center with INSERT+6.

Next, press CTRL+SHIFT+D.

Third, type avoid. Results will pop up. Arrow down to “Avoid speech cut off when using Bluetooth headphones or some sound cards”. Ensure it is checked.

Cordially,

Curtis Chong