A selection of 10 black portable induction loops sorted into two rows on a wooden table.

Portable FM

Hearing Loops

A selection of 10 black portable induction loops sorted into two rows on a wooden table.

The T46 transmitter will broadcast a speaker’s voice on one of seventeen available channels, 72-76 MHz, to listeners using an R37, R37-8, or R38 receiver. The unit features an easy-to-read OLED screen, convenient menu control buttons, flexible mic and auxiliary inputs, push-button on/off/mute controls, channel lock and selectable compression. Lightweight and portable, the PPA T46 has a transmission range of up to 150 feet (46 m).

In the UK, induction loops are a requirement in public-facing environments under the Equality Act 2010. Under various other legislation, the requirement extends to the majority of European countries. 

Statistics have even demonstrated that disabled consumers are much more likely to trust and respect brands and businesses that recognise, accept, and provide for their differences.

One-to-One Clarity in Multiple Settings

This simple-to-use portable loop system has been designed in collaboration with Ampetronic to offer deaf users the best possible auxiliary aid for students in the classroom, tour group participants, employee training groups, and business meeting attendants.

Portable loops are greatly welcomed by hard-of-hearing people. Some may feel self-conscious about their hearing loss, particularly if it is age-related, and prefer discreet operation that only a portable loop offers. 

A portable induction loop and accompanying headset stood up on a wooden table against a white wall.
A portable induction loop and accompanying headset stood up on a wooden table against a white wall.

Features

  • Sleek, ergonomic design
  • 17-channel selectable, 72-76 MHz
  • Digitally synthesized frequencies
  • 1.25″ OLED interface displays:
  • master [&] aux volume level
  • mic mute
  • settings lock
  • battery level
  • Easy-to-use menu-access controls:
    • microphone and auxiliary levels
    • 8- or 17-channel mode selection
    • current frequency/channel number
    • compression (1:1 or 2:1)
    • display settings
  • MIC input accepts electret mic with 3.5 mm mono plug
  • AUX audio input accepts 2.5 mm stereo plug (i.e for MP3 or CD player)
  • Range of up to 150’ (with PPA R37 receiver)
  • Belt clip for hands-free operation
  • 2-Year Warranty

All Direct Access Induction Loops comply with the international standard IEC 60118-4. If a hearing loop system complies with this, it guarantees that the following conditions are met:

  • The background magnetic noise is sufficiently quiet.
  • The magnetic field is strong (loud) enough, but not too strong.
  • The frequency response (tone) of the signal is correct for hearing instruments to handle.
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United Kingdom

Pepper House,
Market Street,
Nantwich,
Cheshire,
CW5 5DQ.
Old Town Hall,
30 Tweedy Rd,
Bromley,
BR1 3FE.                   

Ireland

77 Camden Street Lower,
Dublin,
D02 XE80.

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