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Large-Area Assistive Listening Systems
In addition to complying with the
requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act, installing a large-area
assistive listening system is likely to increase usage, user satisfaction and
the reputation of the company or organization that owns the facility.
Large-Area Assistive Listening Systems
Technologies include infrared, FM radio and Audio Frequency Induction Loops.
Each has strengths that make it best suited for particular installation
environments:
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Infrared
requires line-of-sight which makes it well suited to secure areas such as
court rooms or multiplex cinemas where signals must not be transmitted to
adjacent theaters. Infrared is also preferred when multiple channels are
required for language translation.
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FM radio is relatively easy to install and covers a large area.
However, users will require dedicated receivers and headsets which must be
issued, retrieved, recharged, stored securely, repaired and replaced as
necessary.
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Audio
Frequency Induction Loop Systems may require some design and installation
knowledge. However, once in place, they need very little maintenance and offer
users the ability to receive transmitted signals directly via the T-coil of
their hearing aid or cochlear implant. Hearing aid and cochlear implant users
with T-coil do not require individual receivers - they already have one! Ease
of use, low maintenance and user willingness to utilize the system, are key
features that make Audio Frequency Induction Loop Systems an increasingly
attractive choice for Large-Area Assistive Listening Systems.
If you
have questions or would like assistance selecting a large-area assistive
listening system for a specific location, such as a church, lecture hall or
meeting room, please feel free to contact TecEar for assistance:
Info@TecEar.com
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