Congrats on your recent hearing loop purchase and getting started on the path to a more satisfying hearing experience for your household. Deciding on which system to purchase may not have been an easy task, but setting up your hearing loop won’t be difficult. Fortunately, a professional is NOT needed to install a home hearing loop, because the steps are quite simple.

Before you begin. There are four primary components to most hearing loop systems: a sound source (a phone or TV, for example), an amplifier, a wire loop and a sound receiver (probably your hearing aids). Prior to jumping into your new project, be sure to have all the equipment you might need to install your home hearing loop system. Dependant upon your particular hearing loop system, some additional equipment would be good to keep on hand, such as a staple gun or a screwdriver.

The steps involved. The first step is to find a place for your amplifier near your television –either sitting on a shelf or affixing it underneath or beside a cabinet with the tape or fasteners provided. Second, plug the loop amplifier into a power outlet and also into your television’s (or other sound source) audio output jack. Finally, string the amplifier’s wire around the perimeter of the room you are working in either along carpet edges or around the ceiling edgesBe sure to staple it in place over doorways. And that’s really all there is to it! The last thing left to do is adjust the volume settings using the manufacturer’s instructions. The volume controls differ by system and can be located on the amplifier or a standalone control pad.

Safety advice. Never place any electronic equipment in or near water, or in places where moisture may accumulate. Always use a clean, dry cloth to clean the components of your new hearing loop. Moreover, keep the device away from heat sources, such as a fireplace, stove or heater. To prevent overheating your device, place it in an area that allows adequate air flow instead of inside a closed cabinet.