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	If you need help connecting to the chapel audio system, contact your meetinghouse Facilities Manager.		If you need help connecting to the chapel audio system, contact your meetinghouse Facilities Manager.
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	Another option is to connect a device to a TV or projector in another room of the meetinghouse. The device can join the Listener link to play the interpreted audio while also displaying the captions, allowing participants to both hear the interpretation and read the captions.		Another option is to connect a device to a TV or projector in another room of the meetinghouse. The device can join the Listener link to play the interpreted audio while also displaying the captions, allowing participants to both hear the interpretation and read the captions.
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	==== Why do the captions appear before the interpreted audio? ====		==== Why do the captions appear before the interpreted audio? ====

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== Overview ==
This article explains how to set up and use the Church AI Live Interpreter for sacrament meetings as part of an approved pilot program. The pilot is intended to help members receive real-time interpretation on their personal devices while allowing the Church to continue evaluating and improving the technology, translation quality, and overall user experience.

'''Note:''' If your unit has not been invited to participate in the pilot, this article will not be applicable.

'''Important:''' The quality of the interpretation depends primarily on the quality of the audio provided to the system. Clear, consistent audio produces significantly better translation results. For the best experience, follow the audio recommendations provided in this article.

== How to Use the Church AI Live Interpreter ==
The system uses two roles:

* '''Speaker (Host):''' The person who starts and manages the interpretation session.
* '''Listener (Guest):''' The person who receives the interpreted audio and captions.

The Speaker shares a Listener link or QR code with participants so they can join the session.

No installation is required. The Speaker and Listener access the Church AI Live Interpreter through a supported web browser.

=== Speaker (Host) ===

==== Preparation ====
Before the meeting:

# Decide how you will share the Listener link (or QR code).
# Test the Speaker link and audio setup before the sacrament meeting.
# If you are also using Zoom:
#* If possible, use two devices - one for Zoom and one for the Church AI Live Interpreter - for the best performance.
#* If only one device is available, access both Zoom and Church AI Live Interpreter through a web browser rather than using the desktop applications. Also, if possible, use different audio microphone inputs for each application.

==== Meeting Steps ====

# Connect to the meetinghouse "Liahona" Wi-Fi network.
# Open the Speaker (Host) link.
# Enter the name of your unit as the Room Name.
# Select the Input Microphone.
# Click the triangular play button to start the recording.
# Use the stop and play buttons as needed to control what is translated.
# When finished, click the square stop button to end the broadcast.

'''Important:'''

* The Speaker does not select a language or configure interpretation settings. Simply start the recording and begin speaking.
* Only one Speaker (Host) should manage a session at a time.

=== Listener (Guest) ===

==== Steps ====

# Connect to the meetinghouse "Liahona" Wi-Fi network.
# Scan the QR code or click on the Listener link.
# When the Listener page opens, enter the Room Name the host entered for the session.
# Select your desired interpretation Language.
# Select your desired Output Audio source.
# Click the triangular play button to connect to the interpretation session.
# If the listener does not have headphones, they may select the Mute audio checkbox and then read the captions.
# When the meeting ends, click the square stop button.

== Appendix ==

=== Key Reminders and Expectations ===

==== Speaker (Host) ====

* Clear, consistent audio is the most important factor affecting interpretation quality. Please review the "Audio Recommendations" section.
* The Speaker must click the play button to start the recording before listeners can receive interpretation.
* You may use the same Room Name each week.
* Do not share the Speaker (Host) link. Only the person managing the session should use it.
* Only one Speaker (Host) should manage a session at a time.
* The Church AI Live Interpreter automatically detects the speaker's language, so only one session needs to be open for the meeting. There is no need to have separate Speaker (Host) sessions for each language spoken.

==== Listener (Guest) ====

* Use a personal device to receive interpretation.
* When using a phone or tablet, headphones are strongly recommended to improve audio quality and help prevent feedback.
* Listeners may join after the Speaker (Host) has started the session.
* Each listener may select a different language.
* A delay between the original speech and the interpreted audio is expected.
* On-screen captions typically appear before the interpreted audio because audio processing requires additional time.

==== General ====

* The Church AI Live Interpreter is currently being used as part of an approved pilot. Interpretation quality, features, and the overall user experience will continue to improve throughout the pilot.
* The quality of the interpretation depends primarily on the quality of the audio provided to the system.
* Everything runs in a supported web browser. No application installation is required.

=== Audio Recommendations ===
The quality of the interpretation depends primarily on the quality of the audio input. Clear audio will produce more accurate and natural interpretation, while poor audio may result in reduced accuracy, missed words, or increased delay.

For the best interpretation quality:

* Whenever possible, connect the Speaker (Host) device directly to the chapel sound system.
* Minimize background noise near the Speaker (Host) device.
* Speak clearly, at a normal conversational pace, and avoid speaking excessively fast.
* Pause briefly between speakers or when changing languages to help the system process the audio.
* Use an external microphone if a direct chapel audio connection is not available.
* Ensure the Speaker (Host) device has a reliable internet connection.

==== Recommended audio setup (best to least preferred) ====

===== 1. Line-level audio from the chapel sound system (best) =====
Connecting directly to the chapel sound system provides the clearest and most consistent audio and is the recommended setup whenever possible.

If you need help connecting to the chapel audio system, contact your meetinghouse Facilities Manager.

===== 2. External microphone =====
If a direct chapel audio connection is not available, use a dedicated external microphone (like a Bluetooth microphone) connected to the Speaker (Host) device. Position the microphone as close to the person speaking as practical while minimizing background noise.

===== 3. Built-in device microphone (least preferred) =====
If no external audio equipment is available, use the Speaker (Host) device's built-in microphone.

For best results:

* Place the device as close as practical to the speaker.
* Keep the microphone unobstructed.
* Reduce nearby conversations and other background noise.
* Position the device where it has a strong and stable internet connection.

=== Support and Troubleshooting ===

==== Unable to connect to the "Liahona" Wi-Fi network ====
If someone cannot connect to the Liahona Wi-Fi network:

* Verify that the correct password has been entered.
* Confirm that the device is attempting to connect to Liahona rather than another wireless network.

==== Need additional assistance? ====
During the pilot, contact the Facilities Manager or submit a ticket using the Church's Facilities Incident Reporting (FIR) mobile app if:

* The issue is related to the meetinghouse internet or Wi-Fi network.
* You need assistance connecting to the chapel audio system.
* There is a problem with the chapel audio system.

Contact your Area or Church Headquarters pilot coordinator if:

* The issue is related to the Church AI Live Interpreter website.
* You have questions about the pilot.
* You would like to request additional Speaker or Listener links.

=== Frequently Asked Questions ===

==== Can more than one Speaker (Host) manage a session? ====
No. Only one Speaker (Host) should manage a session at a time. Multiple hosts can create conflicts and may negatively affect session performance.

==== What if someone who needs interpretation does not have a personal device? ====
If a personal device is not available, one option is to display the text captions on a TV, projector, or other large display. You may need to zoom in the browser window to make the transcription text larger.

Another option is to connect a device to a TV or projector in another room of the meetinghouse. The device can join the Listener link to play the interpreted audio while also displaying the captions, allowing participants to both hear the interpretation and read the captions.

==== Why do the captions appear before the interpreted audio? ====
This is expected behavior.

Text captions can usually be displayed more quickly than interpreted audio because additional processing is required to generate natural-sounding speech. As a result, captions will often appear before the audio is heard.

==== What provides the best interpretation quality? ====
The quality of the interpretation depends primarily on the quality of the audio received by the system.

For the best results:

* Use the chapel sound system whenever possible.
* Minimize background noise.
* Speak clearly at a normal conversational pace.
* Use an external microphone if a chapel audio connection is not available.
* Ensure a reliable internet connection.
* When using phones or tablets, listeners should use headphones whenever possible.

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