Real-Time Transcription Setup

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Product: Prepared Assist Pro
Audience: IT Admins & Supervisors
Last Updated: 03/03/2025


Outcome Statement

After reading this section, you will be able to configure real-time transcription, verify audio capture, and ensure call transcripts are generated accurately.


Overview

Real-Time Transcription captures live 911 calls and converts them into text transcripts that supervisors can review, edit, and flag.

Benefits

  • Improved documentation.

  • Faster call reviews.

  • Keyword search across transcripts.


Prerequisites

✅ IT Admin or Supervisor role.
✅ Audio Collector installed (if required).
✅ Network allows Prepared domains and ports.


Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Verify Audio Source

  • Confirm if your agency uses:

    • Phone system SIP capture.

    • Workstation microphones.

  • If using SIP capture, install the Prepared Audio Collector App.

2. Enable Transcription

  • Go to Settings > Audio Setup.

  • Enable Real-Time Transcription.

  • Set preferred language (English, Spanish, etc.).

3. Test Transcription

  • Place a test call.

  • Confirm audio is captured and transcription appears in real time.


Best Practices

  • Review transcripts daily for quality assurance.

  • Use keyword detection workflows to flag critical phrases.

  • Train dispatchers to speak clearly for best transcription accuracy.


FAQs

Question

Answer

Are transcripts editable?

Yes, Supervisors can edit transcripts.

Is transcription 100% accurate?

Accuracy varies by audio quality.

How long are transcripts stored?

Per agency retention policies.


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