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DIRECT AUDIO INPUT SYSTEM
(WHERE PROVIDED)
Your hearing instrument may be equipped to accept audio input devices.
This enables you to connect your hearing instrument into other audio
sources such as a MP3 player, television, FM receiver, or bluetooth
products. It can be useful for adults in difficult listening situations and for
children using auditory training equipment in classrooms.
Because the sound is coming directly from the sound source to the hearing
instrument by means of a connecting wire, the signal is clearer and is
unaffected by poor room acoustics. Your hearing health professional can
provide special instructions for the sound equipment you wish to connect
to your hearing instrument. Do not connect external inputs to the hearing
instrument unless instructed by your hearing health professional.
BINAURAL AMPLIFICATION
Binaural amplification (the wearing of two hearing instruments) is
recommended if you have a hearing loss in both ears and if you want
to receive the full benefits of amplification. By wearing two instruments,
sound signals are received by both ears allowing for improved clarity, a
better sense of direction and a more balanced sound. You will be more
relaxed as there is less strain on one ear.
When trying to turn up the volume on a single instrument in an effort
to improve hearing, the sound is often made louder but more distorted.
Binaural amplification usually overcomes this problem, providing
greater understanding as well as hearing. If you wish to try two hearing
instruments, please ask your hearing health professional about the
possibility at your next checkup. After all, being able to hear family and
friends allows everyone to better enjoy time spent together.
