TV streamers or transmitters can make understanding the TV or listening to your favorite piece of music a lot easier. They transmit the sound from your TV or other audio devices directly to your hearing aids, allowing you to hear more clearly and distinctly. However, it is important to buy the right TV streamer that is compatible with your hearing aids.
Why is compatibility important?
Hearing aids and TV streamers are not always interchangeable. It is essential that the TV streamer be of the same brand as your hearing aids. For example, if you have a Signia hearing aid, you should also purchase a Signia TV streamer. The same goes for other brands such as Phonak and Resound. This is because the technologies used to stream the sound are specific to each brand, and only the right combination will work well.
The Coupling Process
Once you have received the correct TV streamer, the hearing aids still need to be paired. This may sound complicated, and it is often forgotten, causing customers to return the streamers with the message “defective.” In reality, the pairing process is very simple.
In 99% of cases, you should set up the TV streamer as follows:
- Connecting to TV: Connect the TV streamer to your TV. How you do this may vary depending on the TV model and connection options. Consult the owner’s manual for specific instructions. Often this is a matter of “plug and play.”
- Power supply: Make sure the TV streamer is connected to a power source.
- Pairing with Hearing Aids: Turn off your hearing aids, turn them back on and place them near or on top of the TV streamer. After a few seconds, they should pair automatically.
How easy and beautiful is that! All you need to remember is to always choose the TV streamer that matches the brand of your hearing aid. Here are some examples:
- Do you have a Signia hearing aid? Then choose a Signia TV streamer.
- Do you have a Phonak hearing aid? Then choose a Phonak TV streamer.
- Do you have a Resound hearing aid? Then choose a Resound TV streamer.
Benefits of TV Streamers
- Better Sound Quality: Sound is sent directly to your hearing aids, providing clearer and richer sound.
- Less Ambient Noise: Direct sound through the streamer minimizes ambient noise, providing a better listening experience.
- Comfort: You can adjust the volume to your liking without disturbing others.
So, if you find that you have trouble understanding TV or listening to music, consider a TV streamer. Just make sure you buy the right one that is compatible with your hearing aids. That way, you can enjoy your viewing and listening experience to the fullest.
Still not sure which TV streamer you need? We understand that too! After all, there are quite a few chain brands where we have to find out which brand is “under the hood”. We are happy to help you with that. Any brand, from anywhere, and almost any type has the ability to connect a TV streamer.
