Overview-Assistive Listening Systems
There are several types of assistive listening systems: hearing loop, FM/RF, Audio Over Wi-Fi, Auracast streamed ALS*, and infrared (IR). Compare them, learn more about each one, neckloops, and if needed, do some basic troubleshooting.
Overview
Understand the Need for Assistive Listening
- Hearing the difference (1-minute video simulations, what assistive listening sounds like)
- Why are assistive listening systems needed?
- FAQ Assistive Listening Systems
Personal stories
- What assistive listening means to me (photos)
- Personal stories about using assistive listening systems
- Vignettes – Loop Places | Loop People
Comparison of all systems
- Comparison of all assistive listening systems
5 Technologies (Specific Systems)
- Audio Over Wi-Fi
- Auracast streamed assistive listening systems
- Hearings loops (consumer preferred)
- FM/RF
- Hearing Loops
- Infrared
*The full technical name is “Auracast™ Broadcast Audio used as part of an Assistive Listening System (ALS)” and is simply identified as Auracast streamed ALS in this website.
Find Hearing Loops
- Google Maps-Find hearing loops and leave reviews
- Lists of hearing loops across the country, by state and Canada
About Hearing Loops
- FAQ
- Diagrams (graphics)
- Videos explainers (short)
- Troubleshooting and technical information
Types of Hearing Loops
- Home hearing loops
- Room hearing loops
- Service counter hearing loops
- Specialty (elevators, floor mats, etc.)
- Temporary hearing loops