hello,Since i use the PMDG 747 for FSX i usually use Sids/STARS. But the default FSX ATC does not handle sids and starts in flight and its not realistic enough for me. So i found out about a program called VoxATC which uses voice recognition so this would make it even more realistic and help me learn the things that i would say to ATC. Just want to know if this program is any good and if you would recommend it and does it do SIDS/STARS since i will probably be using PMDG 747 with it. I will most probably try out the 7 day trial you can get aswell.

I find VOXTAC to be very good, would not fly without it. I don't yet do 747's yet as I have been working my way through the GA's stuff first (now on Realair DUKE) so bear that in mind when reading my response. I think you really need the additional vocies to make VOXATC sound better than the default voices. SIDS/STARS are catered for however to use them you need to first save a flight in FSX, then go into the VOXATC SID/STAR configuration utility before reloading the flight in FSX but after that your SID/STAR modified flight will give you appropriate ATC instructions.I use FSCOMMANDER to generate the flight plans, then save them in FSX before modifying by VOXATC.I am no expert pilot by any means, but the bottom line is I really like the extra that VOXATC gives.VOXATC does have a few bugs and as a result I would suggest that you keep the prompter window open until you have mastered the messgages as at times the logic can get a little confused if it does not get the correct response.I have heard people mention 'on-line' that they have failed to complete any flights, but I started simple, kept the prompter open until very familiar, and as a result I could count on one hand how many times I have failed to complete a flight based on a VOXATC issue.I lalso have the UK Supplement, and use FSX/VOXATC with two sound cards (VOXATC going through one card) that really adds to the immersion although is not required.Hope that helpsOldBadger

hello,Since i use the PMDG 747 for FSX i usually use Sids/STARS. But the default FSX ATC does not handle sids and starts in flight and its not realistic enough for me. So i found out about a program called VoxATC which uses voice recognition so this would make it even more realistic and help me learn the things that i would say to ATC. Just want to know if this program is any good and if you would recommend it and does it do SIDS/STARS since i will probably be using PMDG 747 with it. I will most probably try out the 7 day trial you can get aswell.

DITTO. VOXATC is an excellent product and it will work with the most sophisticated aircraft you can throw at it. There is no comparison between default ATC and this product. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

VoxATC certainly has a learning curve. You have to learn it, and it has to learn you. Definitely start with the tutorial flights before you move onto more advanced routes. Also, VoxATC will generate its own traffic using whatever AI models you have on hand. This may or may not mess with traffic software you may be using. As a plus, you can get a couple of the high quality AT&T artificial voices included with the program - those things are expensive!Once you have it running well, though, I think you will find it's a decent alternative to the default ATC.Jeff ShylukSenior Staff ReviewerAVSIM

As a plus, you can get a couple of the high quality AT&T artificial voices included with the program - those things are expensive!Jeff ShylukSenior Staff ReviewerAVSIM

Jeff, which voices does it come with?

After reading this thread I decided to check out VoxATC, and have just completed my first flight using it. Wow! What a difference to flying with the default FSX ATC! After a small period running through the speech recognition tutorials on Windows 7 to learn my voice to the PC, VoxATC now recognises me talking normally in response to and the requesting of information. It's fantastic and definately a worthy addition to make flying a bit more realistic. I'll be buying it for sure :( !

What is the difference between Vox atc and Radar contact?

A) The two voices I have are ATT DTNV 1.4 Crystal16 and ATT DTNV 1.4 Mike16. I'd have to hunt down the manual to find out if there are 32-bit voices for more advanced OS's, as I am running XP right now. They sound way better than the XP voices, but I don't know about Win7, at least not yet.B) VoxATC vs. Radar Contact? What an apples-and-oranges question. I guess the biggest difference is that VoxATC was built from the ground up to recognize voice input and respond with voices, whereas RC was designed as a mouseclick menu replacement for the MSFS ATC. RC handles voices now, though, so there's less difference between the two. My own opinion (and it's not a strong opinion, someone with more experience can help here) is that RC has more varied commands and deals with a larger range of ATC issues, whereas VoxATC emphasizes voice communication with ATC, and has a smoother "flow" of conversation. Jeff ShylukSenior Staff ReviewerAVSIM