Philips SMP3700 – SpeechMike Premium Touch Dictation Microphone

Product Overview

The Philips SpeechMike Premium Touch SMP3700 is a professional USB dictation microphone built for legal, medical, and government documentation workflows that depend on accurate speech recognition. Its decoupled, studio-grade electret condenser microphone isolates the capsule from handling and structure-borne noise, while a built-in noise reduction filter cleans up ambient sound before it reaches the recognition engine. A touch sensor replaces a trackball for cursor navigation, and a motion sensor mutes the microphone automatically when the device is set down. Antimicrobial housing supports shared and clinical environments.

Product Description

For IT and procurement teams standardizing transcription hardware, the SMP3700 addresses the two factors that drive dictation accuracy: capsule quality and noise isolation. The 10 mm uni-directional electret condenser capsule is mechanically decoupled from the housing — a technique borrowed from studio microphones — so button clicks, grip adjustments, and desk vibration stay out of the recording. A 200–12,000 Hz frequency response and better than 70 dBA signal-to-noise ratio give speech recognition platforms a clean signal to work with.

The push-button control layout (record, play, fast forward, rewind) follows the convention experienced dictation users expect, and the integrated touch sensor handles on-screen navigation without reaching for a mouse — a practical efficiency for clinicians and attorneys dictating into case management or EHR templates. The motion sensor automatically mutes when the device is laid down and reactivates on pickup, preventing stray audio in records. A built-in 30 mm dynamic speaker (300–7,500 Hz, over 200 mW) supports playback review at the desk. The device connects over high-speed USB 2.0 and is widely used with professional speech recognition and dictation workflow software; confirm version compatibility with your platform vendor before fleet deployment. The antimicrobial surface treatment suits shared workstations in clinics and records departments. Creation Networks supplies the SMP3700 to legal, healthcare, and public-sector buyers alongside the broader Philips professional product line.

Key Features

• Decoupled studio-grade microphone — The free-floating 10 mm capsule is isolated from the housing so handling and button noise stay out of recordings.
• Built-in noise reduction filter — Ambient noise is suppressed before reaching the speech recognition engine, improving accuracy in busy offices.
• Touch sensor navigation — On-device cursor control reduces trips to the mouse while moving through documents and templates.
• Motion sensor auto-mute — The microphone mutes when set down and resumes on pickup, keeping stray audio out of official records.
• Push-button dictation controls — Familiar record, play, fast forward, and rewind buttons match established professional dictation workflows.
• Antimicrobial housing — The hygienic surface suits shared use in clinical and multi-user environments.
• Built-in playback speaker — A 30 mm dynamic speaker enables immediate desk-side review of recordings.
• Plug-and-play USB 2.0 — Standard USB connectivity simplifies imaging and fleet deployment across workstations.

Typical Applications

• Government space
• Training room

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the SMP3700 work with speech recognition software?

Yes. It is designed for professional speech recognition workflows and is widely deployed with leading dictation and recognition platforms. Confirm supported versions with your software vendor before a fleet rollout.

What is the difference between push-button and slide-switch SpeechMike models?

The SMP3700 uses push-button operation. Philips also offers slide-switch variants in the SpeechMike family for users accustomed to slide-switch dictation; choose based on your staff's established workflow.

Is special software needed for installation?

The device connects as a standard USB 2.0 peripheral. Button mapping and advanced configuration are handled through the dictation software environment your organization deploys.

Is it suitable for shared clinical workstations?

Yes. The antimicrobial housing is intended for hygiene-sensitive, multi-user environments such as clinics and records departments.

How does the motion sensor help in documentation workflows?

It mutes the microphone automatically when the device is placed on the desk and reactivates on pickup, preventing unintended audio from entering legal or medical records.

Does Creation Networks support volume purchases?

Yes. Creation Networks provides volume quotes and procurement support for legal, healthcare, and government buyers standardizing on SpeechMike hardware.