Re: Premier Power and Windows 98/XP

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On 6/20/09, Mary Cochran wrote:
> I am starting over in court reporting (RPR 1981). I was non
> computer. I bought Open Stenocat off e-bay. Obviously it is not
> compatable with newer computers.
>
> Is Premier Power a good choice? Is it useable on a newer
> computer. Is the security key portal or USB? I also cannot
> afford new software.

I have used Premier Power since I started working as a court
reporter so I can only tell you what I know about Premier Power. I
don't have any problem putting out a good transcript with it. The
issues I have come across have to do with the computer and printer.
I am using an older computer with Windows 3.1 on it and I have
found that the Brother HL-5240 is compatible with both. I have been
told that Premier Power can be used on Windows 95/98 as long as the
computer is configured correctly. I don't know how to do that but
JM Steno in Phoenix, Arizona sells the computers or will configure
yours. I don't know where you live but I'm sure there would be
someone in your area who does this as well.

As far as the security key, it uses a serial port (another problem
with printer/computers that only have USB ports). It must be
plugged into the printer port to access Premier Power. I have used
it on an older laptop without problems but as the key gets older I
am having connectivity problems on occasion. I bought the software
new nearly 14 years ago so that's isn't too bad!

Hope this helps!