Solutions for Government
Provide simple assistive listening and communication solutions and make your audio accessible to everyone.
ENSURING EQUAL ACCESS TO JUSTICE
Assistive listening systems in courthouses and government buildings are essential for ensuring equal access to justice, complying with legal requirements, enhancing communication and understanding, supporting efficiency and fairness, promoting transparency and accountability, and enhancing public confidence. You have the responsibility to represent your community. How do you engage with those members of your community that cannot hear clearly or understand your message?
Assistive Listening
Compliance
Language Interpretation
Secure Communication
Group Communication
First, you must have an audio source. Whether it’s a single microphone, an aux output of a mixing board, computer/screen audio, or whatever audio you’re using in that space.
Then, run that audio signal to a transmitter that will rebroadcast the audio, wirelessly.
Audio will be picked up by a receiver that the listener will pick up from IT. The citizen will then listen to the audio through a compatible headset, or directly to the hearing aid via neck loop. Some technologies will transmit the audio directly to a hearing aid.
Choosing A Solution
Though they operate similarly, each wireless listening platform has specific function characteristics that can help determine what type of system is best for a government space.
ListenIR
An infrared (IR) assistive listening system operates much like an RF system, except the signal is transmitted via infrared light. An IR transmitter is connected to one or more infrared radiators that emit that infrared signal into the room. Radiators must be positioned in the coverage space since IR does not penetrate structural boundaries (walls, floors, ceilings) and only IR receivers within the room, with line-of-sight radiator visibility, can receive the audio. Two models of iDSP receivers – the most advanced IR receivers – are available.
ListenIR is secure and reliable
Hearing Loop
A hearing loop, sometimes referred to as an induction loop, T-Loop, is an assistive listening system that provides access to audio for those with hearing loss via their hearing aid or cochlear implant. It takes the audio source and transfers it directly to a hearing aid without background noise, interference or acoustic distortion.
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A hearing loop amplifier is usually referred to as a ‘driver’ and is at the heart of a hearing loop system. A loop driver should not be confused with a voltage driver speaker amplifier as they are specifically designed to drive current into the loop cable.
ListenTALK
A simple one or two-way communication system for challenging environments. ListenTALK uses DECT wireless protocol, an industry standard for voice intelligibility, that provides a broadcast range of up to 200 meters (over 650 feet). The Transceiver (meaning it transmits and receives audio), while two models of listen-only receivers are available. They all employ secure 64-bit encryption, are powered by long-life Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries, and include a belt clip and lanyard.
ListenTALK offers both one-way and two-way communication
ListenTALK systems require one transceiver device to operate and can be used with additional transceivers or your choice of receivers. Pair these devices with docking trays or with built-in near field communication by simply tapping the devices together.
Docking stations give you a simple and convenient way to charge, store, and program ListenTALK transceivers.
Each charging slot features a tension lock that ensures secure charging connectivity, and each slot can be used to store ID cards or other items that are exchanged for and returned when the receiver is not in use.
From lanyards and neck loops to protective cases, ListenTALK accessories complement every application by adding functionality and features to customize your system based on the needs of your environment.
ListenWIFI
Listen’s Wi-Fi technology (ListenWIFI) offers an innovative platform for wireless audio delivery and allows venues to use their existing network to do so. Providing one or more audio channels to a network audio interface lets the interface and Wi-Fi network function as the transmission system, broadcasting to Wi-Fi audio receivers and/or personal BYOD smartphones.
ListenWIFI features new hardware, including state-of-the-art Receivers, Beacons, 2-, 4-, 8-, and 16-channel servers, and enhances software that simplifies system configuration and management.
The ListenWIFI experience
ListenWIFI servers operate on existing networks and can easily be configured from the management software. They are stackable to meet growing needs.
The ListenWIFI LWR-1050 receivers help meet legislative compliance requirements while giving guests a choice between accessing the audio via the receivers or their own smartphones by downloading the free customizable app.
Fully customize the listening experience through the ListenWIFI manager software and the ListenWIFI app. You control the colors, text banners, sliding promotional banners, custom channel names, and welcome ad or video. They’re intuitive and easy to use, allowing users to set their language preference and scan QR codes directly within the app.
ListenRF
Radio frequency (RF) systems function essentially the same as an FM radio station. An RF transmitter with an antenna broadcasts the audio signal. Since RF signals can penetrate most walls, the antenna is often mounted to the transmitter, though it can be remotely positioned. Each user, equipped with a compact portable receiver and personal listening device, can hear the audio signal. The receiver can be worn on a belt clip, in a pocket, or on a lanyard and allows the user to move about freely with no reception loss or dropouts.
Available in both 72 MHz or 216 MHz
It can be difficult to find compliant assistive listening technology that is simple, reliable, and works for everyone. Government buildings and courtrooms around the world have been using our solutions to include and engage their communities for over 20 years.
What Type of Government System Do You Need?
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Central Hall Westminster
Central Hall Westminster
Central Hall enlisted the help of Listen Technologies, to demonstrate ListenIR. With RF-like sound, twice the power and coverage, ListenIR transmits clear, focused audio delivered privately to the intended audience. Upon a thorough analysis of the space, it was determined that a single LT-84 Transmitter/Radiator combo and iDSP receivers would be sufficient to cover nearly the entire room (capacity of more than 2,000 people). Having minimal equipment to install was important because Central Hall is a Grade II listed building, which identifies that buildings of special interest be preserved.
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Inside the Courtroom
Inside the Courtroom
ListenTALK ensures that attorneys, clients, judges, and jury members can effectively hear and communicate without risking important proceedings. The two-way communication system is encrypted for security. This ensures no one else can listen to confidential conversations. ListenTALK features a sleek transceiver (combination transmitter/receiver) that connects to transmit room audio for assistive listening, can be worn by the court interpreter for language translation, or can be used for private attorney-client conversations.
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