Hi you can use the dectalk express using the serial port with no problem it should work as an express using what ever screen reader you use. Hth jim grimsby msn: jim.grimsby at att.net email: jimgrims at pacbell.net skype: jim.grimsby -----Original Message----- From: speakup-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:speakup-bounces at braille.uwo.ca] On Behalf Of Karen Lewellen Sent: Friday, January 27, 2006 6:55 PM To: Speakup is a screen review system for Linux. Subject: Ot: DecTalk USB? Greetings, I have a very basic dectalk USB question, I am not sure if i am going to get this, but I am having trouble finding a dectalk express, and understand the USB unit can be used with a 9-pin port? I have no USB port, so must be firm on this before seeking one. I might add that I am not using windows either so again want to be sure it is still just a text to speech device controlled by one's respective program. Thanks, Karen _______________________________________________ Speakup mailing list Speakup at braille.uwo.ca http://speech.braille.uwo.ca/mailman/listinfo/speakup