November 26, 2014
Video Conferencing: Court Reporting and Technology
By: Colleen Jilio-Ryan | Posted in: video conference
Court reporting requires intense accuracy, which is why technology has become very important to the field. Reporters must stay up to date on technology, especially teleconferencing, so that they can not only deliver error-free records but understand how to overcome glitches in technology, especially during deposition interviews. The reason teleconferencing is vital to reporters is that it reduces the need to travel, which can cut expenses. Here are some details on videoconferencing solutions.
Audio and Video Quality
Although consumers use Skype as a convenient low cost solution for teleconferencing, it’s not really the best choice for professional purposes. The quality of webcams on home computers is part of the problem, which is why you should consider services from a professional videoconferencing business. The key to this technology is that its high quality simulates an actual physical meeting.
Professional video conferencing traditionally relied on ISDN phone lines, but now delivers high quality video from high definition cameras through high speed internet, using Polycom and Lifesize equipment. The microphone quality must also be superior than what comes packaged with the average personal computer these days. It’s very important that you are able to hear the audio quality of calls clearly.
Video Conference Technicians
It’s essential that the audio and video equipment is tested by experts prior to a video conference. Microphone levels must be set so that voices are not too quiet or too distorted. Technicians must monitor the internet connection during a call so that people running the meeting are not distracted or interrupted by technical difficulties. If you want PowerPoint slideshows or other multimedia presentations to run smoothly, you will need competent and experienced help. Ultimately, technicians must make sure the meetings and calls are recorded properly so that you will have a high quality digital record of the event.
Colleen Jilio-Ryan is the Owner of Jilio-Ryan, a Tustin based premiere law consulting firm. The firm along with its certified court reporters is dedicated to providing the highest quality deposition and litigation services to attorneys, insurance companies, and corporations. With her sincere efforts, Colleen is committed to meeting the highest standards of the legal industry, and is an industry leader when it comes to on-time court reporting and deposition scheduling.