Interpretation And Language Distribution Equipment; Overview - Bosch Digital Congress Network Data Brochure

3. Interpretation and
language distribution
equipment

3.1 Overview

Introduction
Bosch simultaneous interpretation and language distri-
bution equipment satisfies the demands of today's
multi-lingual conference, from informal bi-lingual
group discussions up to full-scale international
congresses where simultaneous interpretations are
required. The modular design of the interpretation and
distribution products means precisely the right-sized
interpretation system can be constructed through a
combination of the appropriate system elements, and
expanding or reducing the system size for other confer-
ences is achieved quickly and easily.
The range of products covers virtually any interpreta-
tion requirement. The interpreter desks can accommo-
date up to 15 different languages, and can be used
stand-alone or as part of an integrated, operator-con-
trolled system. When used stand-alone, the built-in
microprocessor is manually programmed to allocate
language channels, channel routing and interlocks. In
operator-controlled systems, the desk is used in combi-
nation with DCN dedicated software (the Simultaneous
Interpretation module LBB 3572) to form a completely
integrated interpretation network. The Simultaneous
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Interpretation module facilitates pre-setting and moni-
toring interpretation status in such a system. It can
accommodate direct and relay interpretations, and pro-
vides facilities for the creation of 15 interpreter booths,
each with up to six interpreters. Delegate contribution
units and channel selection units are available with
facilities to select the required interpretation.
Language distribution
Both wired and wireless language distribution is possi-
ble in DCN systems. Wired language distribution
involves using the DCN system cabling to distribute
interpretations to conference participants. The interpre-
tation(s) can be accessed by means of headphones con-
nected to a channel selector unit or a contribution unit
with a built-in channel selector. Rapid channel selection
is accomplished using up and down select keys.
Channel selection is automatically limited to the num-
ber of language channels available, and up to 15 inter-
pretations plus the floor language can be accessed.
A digital infra-red system is also available to provide
wireless communication in conference venues. It offers
excellent sound quality as well as freedom of movement
for conference participants. Up to 32 channels can be
provided, and high security is ensured as the infra-red
signals cannot pass through the walls of the room. The
number of delegates able to receive signals form the
infra-red system is theoretically unlimited.
For further information on Bosch Integrus System,
please refer to Integrus Data Brochure.