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How Exactly Does a Hearing Loop System Operate?

Any time a hearing aid wearer attempts to

listen to a speaker in a crowded place, the

amount of background noise can easily become

daunting. This is particularly true in boisterous

settings such as concert halls, movie theaters,

churches, and auditoriums. Fortunately,

hearing loops systems offer a solution to this

disadvantage, allowing hearing aid wearers to

easily hear the sounds they wish to enjoy.

Hearing loop systems work together with the telecoil feature found in many hearing

aids. The original purpose of these telecoils was to work with the magnetic fields

created by telephone hardware. People who had a telecoil could enjoy a clear phone

conversation without having to worry about background noise. Hearing loop systems

take this concept a few steps further by creating a larger magnetic field for telecoils

to pick up on.

The first part of a hearing loop system is an audio input, often from a PA system or a

dedicated microphone feed. The input travels into a hearing loop amplifier, which

then drives a current through one or several cables that are looped around the

venue. If the loop is set up correctly there will be no dead zones or dropouts, allowing

everyone in the loop with a telecoil to clearly hear the transmitted sound.

While newer technology such as FM transmission neck loops are becoming more

established among many establishments, hearing loop systems can still offer a

number of advantages to the hard of hearing. Their convenience alone makes them a

popular choice among venues and patrons alike. They also provide a simpler, more

discreet listening experience, since they don’t require the user to wear any additional

equipment.

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While hearing loop systems require some initial investment in terms of equipment

and set-up, they are a proven way for venue owners and managers to offer a high-

quality listening experience to as many visitors as possible.