1. Question from the BlueEar Consortium
short-range wireless
assistive listening system
Question from the BlueEar Consortium
Frank Vlaskamp
BlueEar Consortium
Brussels, 19th May 2003

2. 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

3. BlueEar-system audio devices Bluetooth Radio Link to Personal Unit
induction loop
hearing
Aid
other personal units

4. BlueEar system features
Wireless
Flexible
Multi-user
Conversation in small groups possible
Lightweight and portable
No installation work
Battery operated
Range 50m or more

5. The Future BlueEar remote control audio devices Bluetooth Radio
Link to Hearing Aid
BlueEar
personal
units
hearing aid
remote control

6. 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?