Summary
In typical indoor conditions, NotePin S can capture clear speech up to 9.8 feet (3 meters) using its dual microphones, but actual clarity depends on background noise, room acoustics, and how the device is worn.
What "clear audio" means
"Clear audio" means speech is intelligible during playback/transcription without dominant rubbing noise or loud background noise masking the speaker.
Distance guidance (What to expect)
- Best results: 1.0-4.9 feet (0.3-1.5 meters) from the main speaker.
- Good results: 4.9–9.8 feet (1.5–3 meters) in quieter environments with unobstructed placement.
- Beyond 9.8 feet (3 meters): clarity may drop quickly, especially in noisy rooms or large spaces.
Best practices (Steps)
- Keep NotePin S within 3.3-9.8 feet (1-3 meters) of the main speaker(s); move closer when possible.
- Wear it stable and unobstructed (avoid thick clothing layers; prevent fabric rubbing).
- Reduce background noise when possible (move away from fans/traffic/music).
- Use Highlights to mark key decisions/action items for faster review later.
Checkpoint
- Record a 10-second sample while the speaker talks at normal volume.
- Replay the clip: speech should be clearly understandable and not dominated by rubbing/impact noise.
- If unclear, adjust placement and repeat once.
If audio is unclear (Troubleshooting)
- Move closer to the speaker (distance is the biggest lever).
- Reposition to reduce friction noise (switch from necklace to clip/pin if it swings).
- Remove obstructions (don't place under thick clothing; avoid contact with zippers/buttons).
- Change environment if possible (step away from loud noise sources).