(Last Updated On: March 27, 2017)Doing conference interpretation on the site is more complicated than doing it on the phone because you also have to deal with some interpretation equipment which could pose problems.

There are 2 different kinds of interpretation equipment for simultaneous conferencing. One is the infrared or IR and the other one is radio frequency or the RF/FM. Both are being used to assist the interpreter to listen and to interpret.

Interpretation Equipment Needed On Site

Infrared

This is also known as the IR or electromagnetic radiation using wavelengths that are longer than the visible light, but quite shorter than radio waves. The equipment is best for meetings for short range transmission. This is often used for industrial institutions or for national securities too. The immunity to radio interference is one of the primary advantage of this equipment. It is just that it can only be used in a limited range and it requires help from a professional installer for the installation.

Radio frequency

This Interpretation Equipment is also known as RF wherein the frequency in the range is which the radio waves can be transmitted from 3 kilohertz to around 300,000 megahertz. The FM radio frequency systems are widely used in companies for meetings, conferences, conventions and others because of its reach, mobility, simple operation and for dependability as well.  This  equipment is also user friendly and it can be installed by anyone without the need for a professional in the installation process.

Interpretation Equipment plays a vital role when it comes to simultaneous interpretation during sessions where there must be an interpreter to mediate in a conversation. A lot of companies nowadays are investing in equipment to hire an in house interpreter whom they will use to expand their reach to non-English speaking nations. Most of the companies just don’t know the benefits that they can have when they hire a company than investing in equipment.  But of course, whatever will work for them will surely make their money worth spending.

Interpretation Equipment Needed when Interpreting Over-the-phone

When it comes to interpreting over-the-phone things turn out to be simpler with a lot less interpretation equipment needed. As an interpreter, all you need to use it a good phone, maybe a headset and pen and paper. In order to provide a good experience for your clients, your phone and line must be of good quality. A landline is always preferred as it is more stable and it doesn't have the loosing signal problem which you may encounter with a cellphone. A wireless landline phone is the best choice for you as it gives you the advantage of sitting wherever you want not being dependable on a cable length.