On-the-Go Interpretation Made Simple
When conferences or events require mobility, the Tour-Guide Interpretation System offers a lightweight, efficient solution. Also known as an Infoport or bidule, this system ensures uninterrupted interpretation as delegates move between locations.

Advantages of the Tour-Guide System
- Portability:
Lightweight and easy to carry, perfect for on-the-move events. - Flexibility:
Allows delegates to participate while moving across venues or outdoor locations. - Quick Setup:
Simple and fast to assemble without extensive technical support. - Cost-Effective:
A practical alternative to full-scale simultaneous interpretation booths.
Key Components
- Radio Transmitter: Sends the interpreter’s voice directly to listeners.
- Headsets: Allows delegates to hear the interpretation clearly.
This setup eliminates the need for bulky equipment, making it ideal for mobile discussions, site visits, or small, informal meetings.
It can also be used when there are too many delegates for whispered interpretation. Despite its inherent limitations (no soundproof booth, limited number of receivers and channels, no on-site technician) compared with an ISO-compliant interpreting booth and audio system, there is no denying that the tour-guide system can be a very effective solution for short meetings involving a small number of delegates and for on-the-move events. Thanks to this portable system, delegates are free to move from one location to another while listening to the speaker’s words in another language.
How Global Mars Translation Can Help
- Detailed Consultation:
- Evaluate your meeting requirements to determine if a tour-guide system is the best fit.
- Clearly outline the advantages and limitations of the system based on your event.
- Equipment Arrangement:
- Provide and set up the necessary equipment, including microphones, transmitters, and receivers.
- Interpreter Selection:
- Assign qualified interpreters with:
- University-level training in interpretation.
- Relevant experience in your industry.
- Continued Professional Development (CPD) to ensure quality.
- Assign qualified interpreters with: