Question from the BlueEar Consortium short-range wireless assistive listening system Question from the BlueEar Consortium Frank Vlaskamp BlueEar Consortium Brussels, 19th May 2003
BlueEar – project Aim of the BlueEar project Approach Results (2003) to develop a new generation assistive listening system, based on a standard for digital wireless communication Approach needs investigation, prototype products, field trials Results (2003) prototype short-range wireless prototype system, validation in field-trials with users
BlueEar-system audio devices Bluetooth Radio Link to Personal Unit induction loop hearing Aid other personal units
BlueEar system features Wireless Flexible Multi-user Conversation in small groups possible Lightweight and portable No installation work Battery operated Range 50m or more
The Future BlueEar remote control audio devices Bluetooth Radio Link to Hearing Aid BlueEar personal units hearing aid remote control
Question from the BlueEar Consortium The borderlines between computers, telephones and audio devices are disappearing. “Personal Audio” already has an important market share. Which actions are the IT manufacturers taking in the mainstream area with respect to wireless access to audio sources? Do they realise that doing so will create a great opportunity for hard of hearing citizens?