Traditional loops can be costly
Construction, wiring and specialist installation can be hard to justify for a shared room.
COMMUNITY & SENIOR LIVING ACCESSIBLE AUDIO
Assistive Listening Systems for Community & Senior Living
Help residents hear presentations, TV programs, movies and community events more clearly—with options for personal devices and facility-provided receivers.
- No construction-heavy loop installation
- Personal and facility-provided listening options
- Scalable from one room to a large campus
CURRENT CHALLENGES
Better hearing access should not be expensive, restrictive or confusing.
You cannot rely only on BYOD
Residents use different devices, so facilities also need ready-to-use listening options.
There is no obvious complete setup
Room size, audio source and listener count all change the right setup.
Shared devices require daily management
Charging, cleaning and simple controls matter as much as wireless coverage.
WHY AURACAST
One audio broadcast. A listening option for each resident.
Connect a transmitter to the room’s existing TV, microphone, mixer or media source.
Combine compatible personal devices with facility-managed earbuds, neckloops or headphones.
Begin with the room and devices needed today, then add compatible listening options later.
Device compatibility depends on the hearing aid, headphone, phone, operating system, app and firmware. Confirm each personal device before promising direct connection.
THREE STARTING SOLUTIONS
Choose by room, listening pathway and staff workflow.
These are practical starting points. Confirm the final source connection, coverage and device mix before ordering.
01 · PERSONAL-DEVICE FIRST
Professional Auracast Broadcast
For facilities using compatible personal hearing devices.
- Professional XLR, AUX and Bluetooth inputs
- Up to 150 m / 492 ft line-of-sight
- Minimal facility-managed equipment
Pre-order
02 · MANAGED LISTENING
Facility-Provided Listening
For residents who need earbuds or a Telecoil neckloop.
- AirCast transmitter included
- Earbud and Telecoil pathways
- Built for shared community spaces
1 × NetCast
4 × Aria Aura
03 · LARGE CAMPUS / TWO CHANNELS
Network-Managed Campus Listening
For large facilities starting with four Aria Aura headphones.
- PoE and local Web UI management
- Two Auracast broadcast channels
- Up to 200 m / 656 ft line-of-sight
QUICK PLANNER
Start with five practical questions.
Tell us what residents need to hear and how the facility will manage listening devices. We will help confirm the final setup.
- 01Is the source a TV, microphone, mixer, computer or phone?
- 02How many residents may need assistance at the same time?
- 03Will the facility provide every listening device?
- 04Do any residents need a Telecoil neckloop pathway?
- 05How will devices be charged, stored, cleaned and checked out?
FAQ
Questions facility teams ask before choosing a system.
Still unsure? Share your room, source and expected listener count with a Venucast specialist.
Is Auracast a replacement for a hearing loop?
Auracast offers a wireless alternative that may avoid construction-heavy loop installation. The best choice depends on local accessibility requirements, existing equipment and the residents you need to support.
What if residents do not have Auracast hearing aids?
The facility can provide compatible receivers, neckloops or Auracast headphones. That is why the recommended plans do not rely only on BYOD.
Can residents use their own hearing aids or headphones?
Compatible Auracast devices may join the broadcast directly. Confirm the exact model, firmware, phone and app through the compatibility checker before use.
Can AirPods or ordinary Bluetooth headphones connect directly?
Many ordinary Bluetooth devices do not support direct Auracast listening. Some may require a compatible phone receiver or adapter.
Which system is best for a shared TV room?
Start with the TV’s available audio output, room size and number of facility-provided listening devices. A specialist can confirm whether the professional or managed-device option is appropriate.
Can we connect a microphone or existing mixer?
Yes, when the selected transmitter supports the source output. AirCast and NetCast provide professional input options; confirm connector type and audio level before ordering.
How should shared headphones be managed?
Create a simple check-out, charging and wipe-down routine. Follow the manufacturer’s cleaning guidance and keep a small charged-device buffer for busy activities.
Can we start with one room and expand later?
Yes. Begin with the appropriate transmitter and a practical number of listening devices, then add compatible receivers or headphones as participation grows.
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