Sonqra User Guide

Everything you need to know to use Sonqra effectively

Want a deeper look at using Sonqra as a real-time voice translator for streaming, gaming, and meetings? Explore the real-time translator page

Getting Started with Sonqra

Sonqra interface

Understanding the Interface

  • Source Language: The language you'll be speaking
  • Target Language: The language Sonqra will translate to
  • Start Translation: Button to begin the translation process

Voice Studio

You can customize your translated voice in Voice Studio. Choose from a variety of voice profiles to find the one that best represents you, or create a personalized voice clone.

Voice Studio

How to Use Sonqra

  1. 1
    Select your source language

    Click the "Source Language" dropdown and choose the language you'll be speaking.

  2. 2
    Select your target language

    Click the "Target Language" dropdown and choose the language you want to translate to.

  3. 3
    Start translation

    Click the "Start Translation" button to activate Sonqra.

  4. 4
    Use Sonqra in your application

    Open your preferred application (OBS, Discord, Teams, Zoom, etc.) and select "Sonqra Virtual Microphone" as the input device.

  5. 5
    Start speaking

    Speak into your physical microphone and your voice will be translated in real-time.

Using with OBS Studio

OBS Studio integration

Sonqra works seamlessly with OBS Studio for streaming with real-time voice translation.

Setup Instructions

  1. 1
    Launch Sonqra

    Start Sonqra and select your source and target languages.

  2. 2
    Start translation

    Click the "Start Translation" button in Sonqra.

  3. 3
    Launch OBS Studio

    Open OBS Studio.

  4. 4
    Add audio input in OBS

    In OBS, go to the Audio Mixer section at the bottom of the window. Click the "+" icon or go to Settings > Audio.

  5. 5
    Select Sonqra Virtual Microphone

    Add a new audio input capture and select "Sonqra Virtual Microphone" from the device list.

Using with Discord

Discord integration

Use Sonqra to communicate across language barriers in Discord voice channels and calls.

Setup Instructions

  1. 1
    Launch Sonqra

    Start Sonqra and select your source and target languages.

  2. 2
    Start translation

    Click the "Start Translation" button in Sonqra.

  3. 3
    Open Discord settings

    In Discord, click the gear icon (User Settings) next to your username.

  4. 4
    Navigate to Voice & Video

    In the left sidebar, click on "Voice & Video" under App Settings.

  5. 5
    Select Sonqra Virtual Microphone

    Under "Input Device," select "Sonqra Virtual Microphone" from the dropdown menu.

Using with Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams integration

Break language barriers in professional meetings with Sonqra and Microsoft Teams.

Setup Instructions

  1. 1
    Launch Sonqra

    Start Sonqra and select your source and target languages.

  2. 2
    Start translation

    Click the "Start Translation" button in Sonqra.

  3. 3
    Open Teams settings

    In Microsoft Teams, click your profile picture in the top-right corner and select "Settings."

  4. 4
    Go to Devices

    In the Settings panel, click on "Devices" in the left sidebar.

  5. 5
    Select Sonqra Virtual Microphone

    Under "Audio devices," set the Microphone to "Sonqra Virtual Microphone".

Using with Zoom

Zoom integration

Use Sonqra for real-time voice translation in Zoom meetings and webinars.

Setup Instructions

  1. 1
    Launch Sonqra

    Start Sonqra and select your source and target languages.

  2. 2
    Start translation

    Click the "Start Translation" button in Sonqra.

  3. 3
    Open Zoom settings

    In Zoom, click the gear icon (Settings) in the top-right corner.

  4. 4
    Navigate to Audio

    Click "Audio" in the left sidebar.

  5. 5
    Select Sonqra Virtual Microphone

    Under "Microphone," select "Sonqra Virtual Microphone" from the dropdown.

Troubleshooting

Virtual Microphone Not Appearing

  • Grant permissions: Make sure you grant all related permissions during installation
  • Install driver during installation: Ensure the virtual audio driver was installed during the Sonqra installation process
  • Restart your computer: The virtual audio driver may need a restart to initialize properly

No Audio Output

  • Check microphone selection: Make sure only the Sonqra Virtual Microphone is selected as the input device in your application (Teams/OBS/Zoom/Discord)
  • Check speaker settings: Set up your speaker/output device to be your regular speaker
  • Verify Sonqra is running: Ensure Sonqra is active and translation has been started