Simultaneous interpretation is the process of translating the spoken language from a source language to a target language. The trick is to do it simultaneously, this means that you interpret while the speaker is speaking. This does not necessarily mean that every word is translated as it is said, the interpreter conveys the overall message instead. It should be noted that the message is more important than translating every word directly unless certain terminology is important.

Consecutive interpreting requires of the speaker to pause after every sentence or phrase in order for the interpreter to then translate the message, which could be time-consuming. Consecutive interpreting could lead to confusion as the message is conveyed in bits and pieces and not as a whole. Consecutive interpreting was the preferred method until the Nuremberg trials where simultaneous interpreting became the appropriate method. Listed below are some of the equipment you should have in your checklist while sourcing an audiovisual rental in Dubai.

Soundproof Booths

Soundproof booths are situated anywhere in the conference room with one or two interpreters in it. The interpreters should be able to see the speaker and any visual presentation he/she may use. It is required that there is a booth for every language that needs to be interpreted in order to avoid confusion amongst the interpreters. The booths are soundproof to prevent the interpreters from disturbing the rest of the audience as it can become confusing. The interpreters usually wear a headset to hear the speaker, with a microphone to speak into. This microphone will transmit the interpretation to a headset that is worn by the audience members who need it.

Microphones

The microphones can vary between infrared microphones or radio frequency systems. Infrared microphones are suited for smaller conferences preferably inside a building. These systems work through electromagnetic waves that are shorter than radio waves, making it difficult to use in big auditoriums. The radio frequency systems can be used indoors and outdoors and can be used in big auditoriums or conferences.

The microphones that work through FM receivers have a transmission range of 1500 ft. to 300 000 ft. depending on the frequency. The headset of the audience members has to be set to a certain frequency in order for them to hear the speaker.