Whether it’s global leaders like the Louvre in Paris or the Metropolis in New York City, or well-known stunning sites in Southeast Asia or historic castle remains in Europe, nowadays, they all utilize tour guide equipment. Moreover, visitors in diverse settings and from various nations have highly varied requirements for narration– some require many groups to obtain them at once with no audio disruption, some have tight budget plans and wish to reduce expenses, and others desire visitors to have a more liberated and immersive experience.
YINGMI has been involved in the manufacturing of tour guide equipment for 15 years and has provided over 7,000 clients worldwide, including from 5A stunning sites in China to compact museums abroad, multinational ventures to government events. We have observed the demands of all kinds of settings. Today, allow’s speak to our overseas associates concerning how to select the four kinds of tour guide equipment typically used in museums and stunning locations nowadays, and how Yingmi creates services for these settings.
I.Wireless Headphone-style group narration device: Numerous teams do not crosstalk, stability is trusted
This type of tools is perhaps the most frequent. The tour guide brings a transmitter and the visitors use an earphone receiver, sending audio via wireless signals. It is specifically ideal for group events, such as tour teams and corporate inspection teams.
1.Why do individuals prefer to employ it?
First off, it is straightforward to use. Visitors can employ it as soon as they activate the earphones without figuring out. It also has robust anti-interference capability. Regardless of how packed and loud the stunning location is or how there is equipment sound in the workshop, it can be listened to clearly. It allows “one tour guide guiding plenty of visitors”, and it can switch channels. A number of teams can explore one location at the same time, each employing a different channel, and there will be no crosstalk. This is very vital for well-known stunning sites.
This type of tools is highly suitable for overseas stunning sites to host educational tour teams, ventures to take clients to explore factories, and governments to host notable guests. Specifically for multinational teams, the need for many languages can be fulfilled, and the quality of narration is also steady.
2.The E8 and K8 of Yingmi are especially created to resolve pain points
The E8 group narration system of Yingmi is especially created for this type of situation. It employs a U-band high-frequency signal of 860-870 MHZ and has incorporated anti-interference technology. It’s like creating a dedicated lane for the interpretation signal, and it can be listened to clearly within a series of 200 meters. With 200 adjustable channels, the stunning location can accommodate dozens of teams in a day during peak season without problem.
The receiver is available in two types: in-ear and ear-hook. The lightest one weighs just 18 grams. You can use it all day without tiring. Additionally, it doesn’t differentiate left and right ears; you can simply select it up and place it on. If it is employed to host global visitors, the E8-GT primary speaker can store 9,999 segments of commentary, support 8 languages, and also tailor minor languages. For example, if European customers desire German or French, they can all be pre-installed. The charging box that comes with it is also practical. It can charge 36 or 48 units at once and is equipped with ultraviolet sanitation. It is quick and hygienic when there are many visitors.
If you are hosting VIP clients, such as government officials or senior executives of ventures, the Yingmi K8 is better. It is a non-in-ear ear-hanging design, weighing just 22 grams. It is comfortable to wear and looks elegant. The transmitter is equipped with an LCD display, allowing you to clearly see the battery level, channels and volume. The earphones of visitors are automatically tuned when activated, removing the need for manual adjustment and avoiding the embarrassment of “tuning to the wrong channel and listening to sound”. They are especially ideal for high-end business events.
3.How are overseas customers using it?
For 5A stunning sites like Gulangyu Island in Xiamen and Taihu Lake in Suzhou, E8 is employed to connect overseas tour teams. The multilingual narration enable international visitors to comprehend points on their own without needing to follow a translator. The overseas factory employs K8 to show customers around. Regardless of how loud the equipment sound is, customers can still clearly hear the technical details of the products, and the feedback is especially good.
II.QR code scanning tour guide devices: Economical and practical, ideal for small venues also
Nowadays, everyone has a smartphone. This type of tool is simply a QR code pasted next to the exhibits. Visitors can scan it with their smartphones to view images and text, listen to audio, and even watch video narration without having to rent additional tools.
1.In what scenarios is it ideal for usage?
The greatest benefit is saving money! There’s no need to acquire a lot of hardware. Just print some QR codes and stick them on. It’s specifically ideal for small museums, community exhibition halls with limited budget plans, or those holding temporary exhibits. The content can also be updated any time. For example, if the exhibits are changed, the narration in the background can be customized. There is no need to re-post the QR code; when visitors scan it, the new content will be presented.
It is also feasible to view data, such as which exhibits are visited by more people and how long visitors stay, which is convenient for the venue to optimize the exhibition display. Visitors can use their own smartphones without borrowing tools, which is also more sanitary. Youngsters especially like this self-service style.
2.The mini-program + QR code service of Yingmi offers more thoughtful details
In response to this need, Yingmi has developed a tour guide mini-program. Visitors don’t need to download an APP. They can enter by scanning a QR code with wechat or QQ. Not just can you listen to narration inside, but you can also play videos and 3D models. For example, when discussing cultural relics, you can play a short video of the manufacturing process, which is much more interesting than just listening to the audio.
For small venues overseas, it would be troublesome to create their own content. Yingmi can also help write multilingual explanatory scripts and produce visual and textual materials. The QR code tag is made from acrylic material, with a front and back seal. It is waterproof and moisture-proof. When pasted in outdoor stunning sites or places with year-round exhibitions, it can last for several years without damage. If you want to add more functions, such as stunning area maps and nearby restaurant recommendations, they can also be embedded, providing visitors with a more comprehensive experience.
3.Overseas case references
There is a small art exhibition hall in Europe. Previously, the cost of hiring tour guides was too high. After adopting Yingmi’s QR code solution, there is no need for dedicated guides anymore. It can also provide English and French guides for global visitors, saving 40% of the operating costs. There is an ancient town stunning area in Southeast Asia. Local folk custom videos and food recommendations have been added to the QR code. Visitors can watch them while visiting. Their stay time has increased by more than an hour compared to before. Many people also visit the recommended restaurants for meals, and their consumption has also risen.
III. Automatic Sensing Tour Guide Equipment: No need to use your hands, simply speak as you go
This type of tools is especially ideal for venues that desire visitors to explore freely. Install a signal transmitter next to the exhibits. Visitors can wear a tour guide device. When they approach a nearby area, it will automatically start explaining without the need to scan codes or press buttons, completely freeing up their hands.
1.What are the core benefits?
So friendly to visitors! It doesn’t matter if the senior or children don’t know how to operate. Simply follow them. The positioning is extremely accurate. Even if two exhibits are close to each other, you won’t make a mistake. There are still many explanatory contents that can be stored, and visitors can listen to them several times if they desire. The battery life is also impressive. A single charge can last for most of the day. It’s also practical to manage the venue, as there are dedicated charging boxes for batch charging.
For museums with a large number of exhibits, historical stunning sites where visitors want to take their time to explore, and science and technology exhibition halls, the experience will be especially good with this type of tools. Overseas visitors don’t need to join a tour group. They can explore at their own pace and choose native language narration, making their visit more comfortable.
2.The M7, 007B and i7 models of Yingmi are suitable for different scenarios
The M7 neck-mounted tour guide from Yingmi is a classic model among such devices. The RFID sensing technology used has strong anti-interference capability. The transmitter can be set with 9,999 numbers. Even if there are thousands of exhibits in a large museum, each one can be precisely explained. The tour guide device weighs just 50 grams. It can last for 11 hours on standby and can be used continuously for 7 hours without problem. It supports 8 languages and can remember the language used last time. When it is activated next time, it can be directly switched without repeated adjustments.
If the museum wants to make the narration more vivid, the 007B model is suitable. It comes with a 2.8-inch color screen that can display videos and images. For example, when teaching about calligraphy and painting, the screen can show high-def details and even play background music, just like watching a short film. The sensing range of the transmitter can be adjusted, from 0.5 meters to 40 meters. Even in areas with dense exhibits, there will be no intersections.
There’s also the i7, which is currently the lightest, weighing just 20 grams. It features an ear-hook design and feels as if it’s not worn at all. The sensing range is 35 meters. When approaching an exhibit, it will automatically explain. If it is a special exhibition, the number of times a single narration can be played can also be limited, making management more flexible. It can also tailor the startup audio and prompt tone, such as adding the LOGO music of the venue. The details are very well done.
3.Feedback from overseas customers
There is an exhibition area in the British Museum that uses 007B. Visitors no longer need to follow the tour guide around. They can walk around and listen by themselves. The satisfaction rate has increased by 50%, and the number of international visitors complaining about “not understanding” has decreased by 60%. There is a historical stunning site in Japan that uses M7. International visitors can choose between English and Chinese narration without joining a tour group, enjoying a more free visit. The number of repeat customers has increased by 30% compared to before.
IV.Self-service rental cabinet-type tour guide equipment: Unattended, labor-saving and practical
This type of tools is somewhat like a shared power bank cabinet. Visitors can scan the QR code on the cabinet to rent a guide device. After using it, they simply need to return it without having to keep an eye on it. It is especially ideal for venues with a large flow of visitors but not wanting to hire too many people.
1.Why is it ideal?
First off, it saves manpower. There is no need for dedicated personnel to distribute and collect tools. Visitors can operate it by themselves. It can be used 24 hours a day. For instance, the stunning area opens early and closes late, and there’s no need to wait for the staff. You can also view the data. The number of units rented and the time period when they were used more frequently can all be seen in the background, which is convenient for adjusting the inventory.
The appearance of the rental cabinets can also be customized, such as being printed with the venue’s LOGO or patterns to match the environment. The tour guide device is also fully functional, featuring automatic sensing and support for multiple languages. It can be used by both individual visitors and small groups.
2.The rental system of Yingmi is well-considered in every detail
The self-service rental cabinets of Yingmi are made from all-aluminum alloy, which is waterproof and theft-proof. They can be placed in outdoor stunning sites without problem. It can hold 30 to 50 tour guide devices at once and charge them simultaneously. It is equipped with ultraviolet sanitation, which makes visitors feel at ease when using it.
The operation for visitors is also simple. Just scan the code with wechat or Alipay, select the language, pay the deposit (which will be automatically refunded when returned), and you can get the device. The whole process takes less than 30 seconds. When returning, place the device back in the slot. The system will automatically recognize it, which is very convenient.
If overseas venues have any needs, Yingmi can also help tailor the language and adjust the appearance of the cabinets. For example, in Southeast Asian stunning sites, both Thai and Malay languages can be included. If you want to print local patterns on the cabinet, you can do it too. The back-end also supports English operation, making it convenient for managers to view data and adjust content.
3.How is it actually used?
A 5A stunning site in Southeast Asia has adopted the rental cabinets of Yingmi. Previously, six people were required to manage the tools, but now they don’t, saving 120,000 US dollars in labor costs in a year. There is a duty-free shop at an airport in Europe that uses rental cabinets to provide visitors with multilingual product narration. Visitors can shop more clearly, and the average transaction value has increased by 25%. More than 300 cabinets are rented every day, and it is especially popular.
V.Select Yingmi: Understanding overseas needs and trusted service
In fact, regardless of which tool is chosen, the core is still to fit your own scenario– for multi-team reception in stunning sites, choose the wireless headphone E8 or K8. For small venues with limited budget plans, choose the QR code solution. If you desire visitors to wander freely, the automatic sensor models M7, 007B and i7 are better. When there is a large flow of customers and you wish to save manpower, self-service rental cabinets are the first choice.
Yingmi has been able to operate for many years specifically because it understands these needs. Technically, all of our tools has passed global certifications such as CE and ROHS, and there is no problem using it overseas at all. The core functions such as anti-interference and multilingual are all optimized for overseas scenarios. The service is more reassuring. We can send samples for free before sale and also visit the site in person. We offer a lifetime warranty for after-sales service. If it breaks down within 3 months, it will be replaced directly. Free repair is provided within 1 year. For overseas customers with problems, we can respond quickly via email or video conference.
Now, the tools of Yingmi has been sold to many places in Europe, America and Asia. Whether it is a large museum or a small stunning spot, suitable solutions can be found. If you are overseas and happen to require tour guide equipment, you might as well give Yingmi a try. We don’t just sell equipment; we can also help you create content and adjust plans, making it easy for visitors to understand and enjoy their visit, and also making your management worry-free.
FAQ: Tour Guide & Audio Guide Solutions
Q1: What is the main difference between a traditional tour guide and an audio guide system like Yingmi’s?
A: A traditional tour guide requires a live person to lead and narrate, limiting group size and language options. An audio guide system like ours provides pre-recorded or live wireless narration, allowing multiple groups with different language needs to tour simultaneously without interference, offering greater flexibility and scalability.
Q2: For a museum with a limited budget, which type of audio guide is most cost-effective?
A: The QR code-based self-guided tour solution is the most budget-friendly. It requires minimal hardware investment (just printed codes), eliminates the need for dedicated rental staff, and allows for easy content updates. It’s perfect for small museums or temporary exhibitions.
Q3: Which audio guide device is best for a large, noisy factory tour?
A: The wireless headphone-style group explanation devices (like our E8 or K8 series) are ideal. They feature strong anti-interference technology, ensuring clear audio transmission even in environments with loud machinery noise. They also support multiple channels to prevent crosstalk between different tour groups on the same site.
Q4: How does the automatic sensing tour guide (like the M7 or i7) enhance visitor experience?
A: It provides a completely hands-free, exploratory experience. Visitors wear a lightweight device that automatically starts playing the correct narration when they approach an exhibit. This is incredibly user-friendly for all ages, allows visitors to explore at their own pace, and eliminates the need to scan codes or press buttons.
Q5: Can Yingmi’s tour guide solutions support less common languages?
A: Absolutely. Our systems are built with multilingual support in mind. Core devices support 8 major languages, and we offer customization for minor or specific languages (like German, French, Thai, Malay, etc.) upon request, ensuring content is accessible to a global audience.