COMMUNICATION ACCESS REAL-TIME TRANSLATION (CART) SERVICES

Communication Access Real-Time Translation (CART), also known as live captioning, is the process of instantly translating verbal language into readable text using a stenotype machine, notebook, computer, and real-time software. These real-time translation services are provided by professionally-trained stenographers whose main role is to transcribe text as it is spoken. Event participants are able to see the transcribed speech through devices including, but not limited to:

• TV’s. 
• Mobile phones.
• Computers.
• Larger electronic devices (Tablets, iPads).

CART transcription services are primarily used by organizations for the purpose of providing communication access to a wider audience, including those who are part of the deaf and/or hearing-impaired communities, during different events. This service is also recommended for those with learning disabilities or who are learning English as a second language (ESL learners).

Whenever you need reliable real-time captioning services, Language Connections can ensure seamless communication during your event. With over 30 years of experience as a language service provider, we are proud to offer CART services for a variety of settings, including but not limited to:

The transcribed text produced by our professional CART stenographer team can be displayed in multiple formats to best meet the needs of your audience. Some of our most common display formats include:

• Personal computer monitor’s
• Screen projections
• Video presentation closed captioning

Providing CART services is extremely beneficial for various scenarios, including symposia, presentations, or other business related affairs. The three main benefits to providing CART services are:

• Flexibility – CART can be used in multiple settings, as the stenographer does not always need to be at the same geographical location to provide services.

• Simplicity – All that is required is a high speed internet connection, a conference communication platform (Zoom), and a device to view the text being rendered.

• Transcription – Transcripts can be made readily available prior to the event date to give those who need CART services a chance to prepare for the content they will see in the presentation. This can ensure better comprehension of the topics discussed at the event.

There are two main types of CART services that can be provided depending on the specific setting of your event and the needs of your audience:

 

Remote CART Services

Remote CART services involve the streaming of live text to a secure internet URL for viewing. This can be displayed on multiple devices at once and is primarily used for larger audiences during lectures and conferences. These services are easier to schedule due to location flexibility as well as the fact that additional rates are not charged when multiple stenographers are needed.

Requirements: An Internet connection, display devices, and a secure method to ensure that the real-time stenographer is able to clearly hear the audio, such as Zoom and/or StreamText (program)

 

On-Site CART Services

Onsite CART services require the stenographer to physically attend your event and render what is said onto a large display screen that can be easily seen by those in the audience. Having this interaction allows for a better experience not only for those with hearing difficulties, but also for all other participants.

Communication access real-time translation (CART) is one of the many services we provide here at Language Connections to help our clients overcome communication barriers. In some cases, failure to provide equal communication access could be a violation of the ADA or the Rehabilitation Act. Fortunately, Language Connections has over three decades of experience serving as a certified CART service provider for our clients and will work with you throughout the entire process to help you choose the best solution for your event.

About Language Connections:

Language Connections is one of the top language service companies in the US. Over the last 30 years, we’ve focused on providing the best business translation services, interpreting services, as well as interpreter training and customized language training programs. In addition to top-tier corporate language training, we offer certified corporate interpreters and professional business translation services in 200+ languages. Our network includes linguists with backgrounds in all major industries. They’re ready to meet your needs, whether they’re for technical translation services, legal translation, government translation services, international development translation services, education translation services, life sciences translation, or something else. Reach out to us today for a free quote on our cost-efficient and timely translation services, interpreters, or other linguistic services.

Language Connections Inc.
2001 Beacon Street, Suite 105,
Boston, MA 02135
Phone: +1-617-731-3510
Email: service@languageconnections.com