Understanding the TV

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Some people have trouble hearing the television. There are many potential causes: hearing loss, speaker quality, the actors’ enunciation, background noise in the room, etc. A TV listening system may be useful in this situation, as it makes hearing the television much easier. There are many models on the market to suit all budgets and needs.

This type of system, which uses headphones, has many advantages for people with and without hearing loss.

Advantages of a TV listening system

  • Easy to install and use
  • Sound streamed directly to the ears with headphones, so other people in the room are not disrupted
  • Independent adjustment of the TV volume
  • Range of 30 to 100 metres, depending on the model
  • Light design that can be worn for many hours without discomfort
  • Base for wireless recharging
  • Battery life of up to 12 hours, can recharge in 3 hours
  • Some systems allow multiple headphones to be connected at once
  • Sound balancing for asymmetrical hearing loss (hearing loss that is different in each ear)
  • Ability to reduce background noise so that the listener can concentrate on the voices

In short, TV listening systems come with a number of advantages. Find the best system for you now!

We recommend making an appointment with a specialized educator or audioprosthetist to help you choose your listening system. They will take the time to advise you and answer your questions. To find the nearest clinic, click here.

ADVICE

For more information, ask an audioprosthetist or a specialized educator practicing in a Lobe clinic by calling 1 866 411-LOBE (5623).