Checklist for on-site live translation

What you should think of when preparing for live translation at an on-site event.

Here is a checklist that will help you to think of everything you need to consider when you use LiveVoice for language interpretation at an on-site event.

Setup preparation basics

  • Speaker device (e.g., laptop or smartphone for interpreter) 
  • Headphones for interpreter (here are some suggestions) 
  • Interface to get audio from sound mixer to computer (if you need original audio from stage)
  • WiFi: Check speed and password (here is some more advice for that) 
  • Check: Where will the interpreter be located? Depending on this plan your setup.

Setup preparation optional

  • Extra Headphones (for participants to borrow)
  • Power banks (for participants to borrow)
  • Extra chargers (for participants to charge their phones if needed)
  • Extra smartphones (for participants to borrow; usually not needed)
  • Extension chords for power

Communication with your participants

During your event

  • Is the Wi-Fi and mobile connection ok? You might want to do a speed test
  • Setup of original audio 
  • Setup of interpreter laptops or smartphones
  • Prepare service point  
  • Hand out info sheets 
  • Prepare slide for screen or print posters with the QR code.