What is a double interpreter console used for?
A double console allows two interpreters to work in the same booth. Due to the fact that simultaneous interpreting normally requires great concentration on the part of the interpreter, he or she must take a break every 20 to 30 minutes. To do this, the interpreter hands over to the other interpreter while the speaker is speaking. A dual interpreter console is very useful for transferring control from one interpreter to the other. In these cases, each interpreter must have a headset with a microphone.
