Description in brief

The reconstruction of the house in Pribor in which the famous psychoanalyst Siegmund Freud was born is a fitting tribute to him, whilst also incorporating the latest presentation technology. Thanks to the guidePORT system, Siegmund Freud himself “talks to visitors” to the permanent exhibition, captivating them with the fascinating depth and simultaneous effortlessness of his words.

Requirements


Presentation theme:

	all recordings in which Freud “virtually addresses the visitors himself” had to be made as authentic, gripping and entertaining, yet as scientifically correct as possible

Location:

	complex premises with particularly limited space
	integration of modern presentation technology in antiquated building without optical incongruity

Technology:

	easy, non-distracting operation of device for visitors from different countries
	essentially low-maintenance and very dependable components
	implementation at very short notice due to tight deadline
	very easy to switch from one language to another

 

Implementation

The visitors’ guides have been compiled in 4 languages. The desired language setting (for a receiver) can be accomplished quite simply by the staff member at the reception desk by placing the receiver on a designated spot on the counter and pressing the appropriate button. The identifiers automatically begin the playback – with a very precise sensor range, too, despite the confined space available. In all, 20 receivers, 4 identifiers and 1 cell transmitter have been installed at the Freud Museum.

Benefits for visitors

	user-friendly technology; automatic triggering of playback reduces operating effort
	very entertaining presentation of a subject, which at times is profoundly scientific

Benefits for operators

	simple system programming
	unobtrusive installation of identifiers and cell transmitters, without endangering the fabric of the building: loop aerials for the identifiers were embedded in the walls during the conversion work
	recordings in 4 languages (Czech, German, English, Russian) cater for large numbers of visitors