Glossary
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A humming or a high-pitched sound resulting from the sound of the output speakers looping back to the microphones. It can be controlled by qualified technicians. A person who can communicate in two languages. Usually not qualified to interpret unless properly trained. Attendants who will help conference delegates or participants to register, and provide them with hand-outs, show them how to use the receivers, and perform other conference- related services. When the lecturer speaks, and pauses to allow the interpreter to verbally translate his concepts. It does not require interpretation equipment. Despite being less expensive equipment-wise, the transmission of the message takes longer, therefore, it is only recommended for short events or press interviews. A person attending your meeting to listen to your speaker. Also a term for any meeting participant as in round table sessions, group negotiations or brainstorming meetings. Intepreter provided to accompany a visiting executive in his or her business meetings to facilitate communication. A small device which receives the interpreted message via FM radio signals. Includes a choice of lightweight headphones or smaller earpieces. The best solution for allowing meeting delegates to hear the interpreter message. They can pick up signals from up to 300 feet away -- Including through walls. The attendees will have maximum flexibility to move around the conference site. They offer up to six channels (for up to six different languages). It is the top choice for most conferences and meetings. A small device which receives the interpreted message via infrared signals. Includes a choice of lightweight headphones or smaller earpieces. Allows the delegates to hear the interpretation in a secure setting. As small and lightweight as the FM receivers, it can be heard only in the same room as the speaker. An expensive option for those organizations who want the highest degrees of security for sensitive issues, such as secret formulas or military strategies. It is affected by strong light so it must be used indoors. The result of too many frequencies being used in close proximity. Causes an interruption or deterioration of the audio signal. It can be prevented by using properly trained technicians. It is the electronic equipment that makes interpretation possible. It includes a console placed in the interpreter's booth to control the incoming and outbound message, a microphone and the transmitters. A small portable system used for interpreting to small groups up to 100 delegates. Affords high mobility, since it operates with batteries. A simultaneous interpretation process by which several languages are interpreted by relying on the interpretation of one or more previously interpreted languages. It requires the interpreters set-ups to be interconnected with special equipment. It is also called chained interpretation. It is the method used at the United Nations. It is performed when the interpreter translates at the same time as the speaker. The lecturer can speak at a normal rate. It is used in meetings, conferences, seminars and conventions. It requires interpretation equipment. It is more fluid and efficient, allowing greater concentration by the audience. It gives the interpreters a nearly-silent presence in your room, confining their voices within the walls. They come in different sizes and can be assembled in most meeting areas. A person trained to set up and control interpreters and sound equipment to prevent common audio problems. Technicians constantly monitor equipment for proper transmission and reception as well as feedback and interference. To write out what has been recorded in a meeting or conference by listening to a tape. The written conveyance of ideas and concepts from one language into another. Requires an understanding of the source language and the ability to express it in the the particular words and expressions of the target language relaying also the correct lingual and cultural context . Receives the interpreters outbound (interpreted) signal and sends it on a predertermined channel (or frequency) to the delegates receivers.
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