Tips & Recommendations for your Virtual Conference
In order to make the videoconference or the “virtual connection” a pleasant experience for all participants, we ask you to consider the following tips and hints. You will receive the Access data for the virtual meeting usually by e-mail from the organizer. Please save them so that you have them ready at the event (e.g. […]
Plan your ZOOM translation: these are your options
ZOOM supports multiple sound channels in its current software: The so-called “Interpretation Feature”. A translator can listen to the original sound channel and simultaneously speak into a channel B, i.e. translate. This feature is primarily intended to translate long presentations, e.g. in a webinar, into different languages. However, conversations between people speaking different languages can […]
What can you do to best prepare for the video call?
You can send your participants our instructions for video conferencing and Zoom in advance. If individual speakers are not sure whether the technology is sufficient, you can also book a speaker checkup call with us and, if necessary, request a free consultation. Order a speaker emergency kit.
Does Zoom have the option to require attendees to actively agree to the GDPR policy before joining the meeting?
No, unfortunately ZOOM does not offer that. We recommend communicating the GDPR notice with the invitation and writing it before the link to the call: By participating in the meeting, you agree to our Privacy Terms and Conditions. You can do this in an email as well as on a website.
How to use the conference app ZOOM?
ZOOM Video Call – An Introduction 1) Download the Software First of all, we recommend you to download and install the program for ZOOM on your computer or mobile phone. Although you may also use ZOOM directly in the web browser, the quality is not as good and the connection is more unstable. The ZOOM […]
Zoom Usage & Basics
ZOOM Videocall – an introduction 1) Download the program First of all, we recommend you to download and install the program for ZOOM on your computer or cell phone. Although you can also use ZOOM directly in the web browser, the quality is worse and the connection is more unstable. The ZOOM program is available […]
Should we use a live stream platform or a video call provider?
LIVE STREAMS are optimized for the best transmission of image and sound in high resolution. They have a 30 second buffer and are therefore much more robust against small disturbances in the network. Live streams have no limits on the number of participants and are usually free of charge. Because of the high sound quality, […]
How to look good on camera? (English)
Videoconferences: How to look and sound good on camera! Instruction in seven easy steps! Time: about 15 minutes Step 1: The location Find a quiet place with a simple background. Make sure that you cannot see any private things or information in the picture. In ideal circumstances the location you choose has a lot of […]
Is password protection of live streams possible?
Live streams with password protection are possible in different ways on the various live-streaming platforms. Password-protected live streams are possible on Vimeo. However, live-streaming is only possible in the Pro version. Vimeo Pro costs 16 € / month and must be paid 12 months in advance. On YouTube, they have the option of using so-called […]
What is the argument for using a live stream instead of a video call as a playout channel?
The following arguments speak against video calls as a live stream replacement: Video calls exclude many people because you need a special app (e.g. “Zoom”) to watch. Live streams (e.g. via YouTube), on the other hand, can be viewed in any browser and with any operating system. Even on very old computers, tablets or even […]
