Presenter Support

Should presenters not want to use a hard copy script on a lectern then a prompt system such as Autocue can be used. This basic prompt system uses highly polished pieces of glass mounted on stands, with a video monitor at the foot of each. The glasses are then angled so that a reflection of what is displayed on each monitor is pointed toward the presenter enabling them to read the display. The effect from the audience perspective however, is that the presenter is looking out into the audience as the reflection cannot be seen from the audience side.

As well as prompt systems, there are other options to assist presenters.

Cue light

Cue light systems are used to enable presenters to give a signal to a slide operator to advance to the next slide, or ‘cue’ in the event. The use of a cueing system means that the presenter still stays in control of when the slides change but the graphics operator is in control of the technology, leaving the presenter to deliver the message without the additional pressure of controlling the laptop.

Slide relay or ‘comfort’ monitor

Slide relay or ‘comfort’ monitors are usually placed at the front edge of a stage or on the floor of a conference room facing the lectern or main stage area. They are used to give a relay of whatever is on screen to the presenter, eliminating the need to turn around and look at it.