How it works
Interpreters join the meeting from a properly equipped workstation. Each participant picks their language in the platform, much like changing channels. Zoom and Microsoft Teams have a built-in interpretation feature; specialised platforms such as KUDO or Interprefy offer more options for large events.
The golden rule: good sound from the speakers
An interpreter can only interpret what they can hear clearly. Most problems in RSI come from a laptop's built-in microphone or an unstable Wi-Fi connection.
- ask speakers to use a headset with a microphone (even a simple one) rather than the laptop microphone;
- prefer a wired connection for the main speakers;
- mute participants who are not speaking;
- run a technical rehearsal with the interpreters before the day.
Hybrid events
When part of the audience is in the room and part is online, there are two options: interpreters in a booth in the room, with their audio sent to the platform, or remote interpreters whose output is played into the room. The choice depends on the venue, the number of languages and the budget.
What we ask you for
- the platform you use and access for a test;
- the agenda, presentations and speaker names;
- the display name expected for each interpreter;
- a technical contact who can be reached during the event.