noun | tel·e·pres·ence | ˈteləˌprezəns/ :

The use of virtual reality technology, especially for remote control of machinery or for apparent participation in distant events.  A sensation of being elsewhere, created by the use of virtual reality technology.

~ Oxford Dictionary

A telepresence room is a conference space dedicated to high-end videoconferencing. The goal of telepresence technology is to replicate face-to-face communication virtually, thereby eliminating the cost and time of long distance travel.  Telepresence technology elevates video conferencing to the next level of collaboration creating the sensation for everyone in the meeting of feeling present, live and in person.

What is the difference between telepresence conferencing and video conferencing?

The difference is in the quality of the audio-visual technology and the experience quality as a direct result. Telepresence conferencing is the future of video conferencing.  Our 4K high definition display delivers the highest quality video out there while capturing video on the 12x zoom 1080p camera and audio on the CD-quality microphone & speakers.  The performance of telepresence technology promotes virtually no audio or video delay and a promotes a real-time experience, as if all participants are there, live and in person.

Relying on free desktop services like Skype and Go To Meeting can be appealing, but issues around reliability, quality, security and control can makes these applications less desirable in a business setting. An awkward conversation due to delay, both audio and visual, can lead to poor business performance.

What is the optimal telepresence experience?

The best telepresence meeting you can find is telepresence room to telepresence room. There are over 3500 video conference and teleconference rooms around the globe. Ask the Aspen Telepresence Concierge, Sara, to help you find a telepresence room in your participant’s location.

Video conference technology is able to transmit the highest performing audio-visual data digitally through what is called a codec, which compresses data so it can be sent quickly and efficiently over IP connection. Adding the HD equipment takes the technology to the next level: telepresence.

Can factors can impact the quality of my meeting?

If participants bridging into the meeting are on computers, tablets or phones, your view of them will be impacted by the speed of their internet connection and the quality resolution of the camera they are using.  

Ask Sara about what your participants can do to optimize their video conference experience.