This page is dedicated to the installation process for the new Dragon Medical One.
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The installation method will depend heavily on your environment. If you are in a complex environment; use virtualization; connect to remote servers; or just aren't sure which installation process to follow, please give us a call. We offer complimentary installation assistance to each of our customers.
Dragon must be installed on Windows. If you are on a Mac, you will need to install Windows Parallels. Configuring Parallels is outside the scope of our work, but you can start a 14-day trial with the button below.
Working with a web-based EHR/EMR or want to dictate into websites like Gmail? You'll need these.
In order to unlock the full power of Dragon with websites and web-based applications, you must use the Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge web browsers along with the extensions for Dragon. The extensions allow your dictation to go directly into the browser-based application and use of commands such as "select <text>" and "scratch that".
The first time Dragon runs after installing the extensions, you will need to close and restart all instances of your browsers for it to work properly. If text isn't going into the sites as expected, try restarting your computer. If you still encounter issues, give us a call at 833-341-1411.
PowerMic Mobile is an app that allows your Apple or Android mobile device to be used as a microphone for Dragon Medical One. This provides clinicians with the freedom to roam from workstation-to-workstation, room-to-room, and location-to-location to complete clinical documentation using their smartphone from anywhere.
This section should be viewed from your mobile device.
Please note: this is a two-step process which requires you to come back to this page (on your mobile device) after installing the app to configure your profile.
Download from the Apple App Store:
Contact us for configuration.
Download from the Google Play Store
Contact us for configuration.
This section is meant for IT administrators deploying to large environments; virtualized environments; remote servers; mixed local / remote environments; or users with specific EHR/EMR incompatibilities.
We intentionally delay updating our "latest" standalone deployment packages to ensure stability. As such, they are frequently behind the actual latest release.
Dragon requires .NET Framework 4.8 or higher. Microsoft Edge WebView 2 is also required for some context menus to operate properly.
You may place the extracted files anywhere on the target machine, however, we recommend using
C:\Program Files\Nuance\Dragon Medical One\{version}\. The main executable is SoD.exe.
Please create a shortcut to SoD.exe for your user and name the shortcut to Dragon Medical One. Do not
rename the actual executable or the software will fail to launch.
Contact us to get access to deployment packages.
: Log in to your Lumion Account , navigate to "License Keys," select your license, and view the "Previous versions" tab for available downloads.
Lumion is a heavy, GPU-intensive real-time rendering engine. Recent versions require modern graphics cards with substantial VRAM and hardware-accelerated ray tracing capabilities. If you are working on a secondary workstation, a laptop, or an older studio computer, older versions like Lumion 10, 11, or 12 will run significantly smoother than resource-heavy newer versions. 3. Perpetual License Management
Even if you get a legitimate older version (say Lumion 11), you face compatibility hell. Modern versions of Revit, SketchUp, or Rhino export files that older Lumion versions cannot read natively. You will spend hours converting file formats (.DAE to .FBX, etc.) just to get a model to appear, only to lose your materials in translation.
Lumion project files (.LS files) are . A project saved in a newer version cannot be opened in an older generation of the software. If you are collaborating with an external firm or an internal teammate who is still actively working on a legacy license, you must use the exact same minor software version to prevent data corruption and file lockouts. Operating System and DirectX Constraints lumion older version verified
The Ultimate Guide to Finding and Running a Verified Older Version of Lumion
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Compare this to Lumion 2024, which ideally requires a high-end RTX card with 12GB+ of VRAM to utilize Ray Tracing effectively. Tips for Installing Multiple Versions : Log in to your Lumion Account ,
If workflow is the constraint: Stick with your licensed Lumion 10/11 until your PC dies, but plan to migrate to Lumion 12+ or D5 within 12 months. Older versions are on borrowed time with driver updates.
When a Lumion license is purchased or upgraded, the manufacturer sends a getting-started email containing a unique download link. Search your inbox for "Getting Started with Lumion" or messages from the official Lumion registration domain. These links remain active and point directly to the verified installation files associated with your license key. 3. Contacting Official Support
Legacy builds share the default Documents/Lumion folder path. Create clear subfolders for your custom materials, imported library models, and local settings to avoid file conflicts. To help find the right setup for your project, let me know: What specific version of Lumion are you looking to verify? If you are working on a secondary workstation,
Software updates bring new features, but they also bring change. In professional architectural visualization pipelines, upgrading mid-project is rarely recommended. 1. Project File Compatibility
Using an older version of Lumion requires caution. Finding a legitimate, secure installer is critical to avoiding malware and software instability. Why Designers Look for Older Lumion Versions
When you or your company first purchased or upgraded Lumion, the manufacturer sent a "Getting Started" email. This email contains a unique, permanent download link for that specific version's installer. Searching your inbox archive for these original delivery emails is often the quickest fix. 3. Contact Your Official Local Reseller
Official download links for legacy software do not remain active forever. Once you successfully acquire a verified installer directly from an official source, back up the .exe installation files and your license certificates onto a secure, offline external drive or a dedicated company server for future deployment.
If the installation requirements are met and launching the application results in "The specified server URL cannot be reached", you may need to add exceptions to the Internet Options > Trusted Sites or open the firewall port 443, if closed. Exceptions that should be added are:
If the error still persists, it may be due to outdated certifications. Perform all Windows updates and see this article for more information.
For more detailed information, please refer to the Installation and Administration Guide.
In addition to free technical support, we also offer complimentary one-on-one training sessions for our licensed Dragon users and their IT / support staff. If you have any questions or would like to book a training session, please give us a call at 833-341-1411.