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FM Systems Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is an FM System?
An FM system is a wireless communication system. FM technology is commonly used for a variety of applications (personal communication systems, radios, cordless phones, baby alarms, wireless headsets, etc.)
2. How does an FM system work?
An FM system consists of a transmitter, which picks up the voice close to the speakers mouth and transmits it via radio waves directly to the FM receiver, and in turn in to the hearing instrument. The FM transmitter can also be used to send other sounds to the receiver like the TV, telephone, MP3 player, etc.
3.What situations can be helped with an FM system?
Hearing in background noise is the most difficult listening situation for someone with a hearing loss. The greater the degree of hearing loss the more difficult it is for you to hear in noise. Using an FM system can make it easier for you to hear:
i. in background noise
ii. when the speaker is at a distance
iii. when the room has a lot of echo (reverberation) like a church, meeting hall or gymnasium.
In particular users of hearing instruments complain about hearing in the car, listening to television and understanding speech in noise. All of these situations can be improved using an FM system.
4. Who would benefit most from an FM system?
Anybody who uses hearing aids can be a potential candidate for an FM system. However, the worse the level of hearing you have, the more benefit you are likely to see. People who are employed in office environments or who regularly attend meetings, students or anybody with an active social life, are all people who would benefit from an FM system.
5. How is an FM system paired up with a hearing instrument?
An FM system can either be used with an ear level receiver fitted to the hearing aid with the addition of an audio shoe, or by utilising the telecoil in the aid along with an around the neck receiver (Mylink).
6. Are FM systems compatible with all manufacturers hearing aids?
Yes, you can utilise a FM system with hearing aids from any manufacturer.
7.How do I connect my FM system to my television?
There are a number of ways you can benefit from enhanced use of your television. You can simply place the FM transmitter directly in front of the TV speaker. You can also utilise the audio cable provided with the transmitter to connect to the headphone socket on the TV. (This method will mute the television). Alternatively you can use a scart connector to connect the transmitter and this will ensure others in the room can continue to enjoy the TV at their preferred volume.
8. Can an FM system be used in conjunction with a telephone?
A transmitter can be paired via Bluetooth with most mobile phones. Landline phones can be adapted to work with FM transmitters.