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TV listening headphones
Wireless headphones with a volume control for the television.
Good forDifficulty hearing the TV
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What it is, and who it helps
Wireless TV headphones let a person listen to the television at their own volume, without turning it up for everyone else. They send the sound from a small transmitter to a lightweight headset or neck loop, and are a good first step for people with mild hearing loss.
They also cut background noise, so that dialogue is clearer, and they save arguments over the volume.
How to choose
- Choose headphones with an individual volume control and a comfortable, lightweight fit.
- Check that the transmitter connects to your television's audio output, and what cable or adapter it needs.
- Look for long battery life and an easy charging dock.
- Consider a neck loop if headphones are uncomfortable or interfere with glasses or hearing aids.
Using it safely
- Do not set the volume too high, since loud sound can damage hearing.
- Keep the television's own speakers on at a normal level if others are watching.
- Have hearing tested if the volume keeps needing to rise.
Before you buy
Can they be used with hearing aids?
Some neck-loop models work with hearing aids that have a telecoil. Check before buying.
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a doctor, nurse or physiotherapist what is right for your parent.
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