THEATER & AUDITORIUM ACCESSIBLE AUDIO

Assistive Listening System for Theater & Auditorium Venues

An Auracast auditorium hearing assistance system for clear, low-latency audio on compatible personal and venue devices.

Theater AV transmitter and optional loan headphones at a guest service counter
1ConnectExisting mixer or AV source
2BroadcastOne Auracast audio feed
3ListenPersonal or venue device
Find my theater setup See the 3 solutions
  • Low-latency audio for live dialogue
  • Up to 200 m / 656 ft line of sight
  • One-to-many Auracast broadcast

CURRENT CHALLENGES

Theater audio must stay in sync, cover the room and remain simple for staff.

Lip-sync cannot be an afterthought

Guests notice when assisted audio arrives after the dialogue or action. The source chain, processor and final room configuration all need to be checked.

Coverage and capacity are hard to estimate

A 50-seat screen and a 1,000-seat auditorium need different planning. Walls, layout, interference and transmitter placement affect usable range.

Loan-device operations grow quickly

When every guest depends on a loaner, staff must stock, check out, recharge, clean and track each receiver, even when some guests can use their own device.

WHY AURACAST

Low-latency coverage that scales with the audience.

Low-latency venue audio

AirCast is designed for synchronized venue listening. The complete source path should still be checked onsite.

Up to 150 m or 200 m line of sight

AirCast reaches up to 150 m / 492 ft; NetCast reaches up to 200 m / 656 ft in suitable open conditions.

One broadcast, many listeners

Auracast does not require a separate paired transmitter connection for every listener.

Professional theater inputs

Connect through professional audio inputs, then support personal devices, venue receivers, headphones and Telecoil users.

Planning figures are manufacturer line-of-sight estimates. Walls, RF conditions, audio processors and source routing can affect range and total end-to-end delay; verify the final design in the auditorium.

FOUR THEATER SOLUTIONS

Choose by how your guests will listen.

Start with the simplest pathway that covers your audience. Add venue devices only where they improve access.

Starting point by auditorium size

Auditorium size Starting transmitter Planning notes
Up to 300 seats AirCast when professional inputs are required Use one defined-room broadcast. Add venue receivers only for guests who need them and confirm coverage onsite.
300-1,000 seats AirCast Up to 150 m / 492 ft line of sight, one stream and professional mixer or processor inputs.
Multiplex, multi-zone or networked venues NetCast / expert design Up to 200 m / 656 ft line of sight, two streams, PoE and Web UI. Plan each auditorium or distributed zone separately.

Seat counts are planning starting points, not guaranteed coverage. Room construction, transmitter placement and RF conditions matter.

AirCast Professional Auracast transmitter for churches, theaters, stadiums, museums, and other venues—works with mixers, PA systems, microphones, and other audio sources. AirCast
NetCast Network-managed Auracast audio distribution system for theaters, churches, campuses and large venues. Supports Web UI control, mobile APP management, PoE deployment, dual broadcast channels and professional audio inputs. NetCast
01 RECOMMENDED DEFAULT

BYOD-first broadcast

Install a transmitter at the theater audio source. Guests join with their own compatible Auracast hearing aids, earbuds or headphones.

AirCast
300-1,000 seats / up to 150 m / 492 ft / 1 stream
NetCast
Multiplex or networked venues / up to 200 m / PoE and Web UI / 2 streams
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AuraPlex Pro MX AuraClip Venue Auracast Receiver System 10 Pack with AirCast Transmitter & Charging Dock, Assistive Listening Devices for Church, Conference, Theater, Senior Centers
02 MANAGED RECEIVER POOL

AuraPlex Pro MX for 10 loan receivers

Equip the theater with ten clip-on AuraClip receivers for guests using wired headphones, earbuds or compatible T-Coil neckloops.

  • AirCast transmitter + 10 AuraClip receivers
  • Up to 150 m / 492 ft line-of-sight coverage
  • Charging dock for daily handout and storage
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AuraPlex Pro-View 10
03 LOAN RECEIVERS

AuraView for the service counter

Use screen-guided AuraView receivers when the theater lends devices. Guests can scan and select the intended channel in a multi-screen venue.

  • AirCast transmitter + 10 AuraView receivers
  • OLED channel, volume and battery display
  • 10-slot charging dock
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Aria Aura Lite Aura AuraCoil Auracast Receiver with Neckloop for T-Coil hearing aids, ideal for churches, theaters, museums, senior centers, tours, and public listening.
04 MIXED ACCESS NEEDS

Complete system with multiple receiver types

Build a venue kit for guests who need different listening options, including over-ear headphones and AuraCoil support for compatible Telecoil hearing aids.

  • Aria Aura or Lite Aura headphones
  • AuraCoil for compatible Telecoil users
  • Transmitter, receivers and charging options
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READY TO CHOOSE?

Get the right setup in one minute or talk it through.

01

Check the Venue Planner

Enter auditorium size, available audio output and listener pathways to get recommended products, quantities and an estimated setup.

Start the 1-minute planner
02

Talk to a Venue Expert

Best for multiplex cinemas, networked or distributed zones, cinema processors, unusual inputs and onsite lip-sync checks.

Guided Enquiry

FAQ

What theaters ask before choosing.

Start with listener needs and the theater's available audio connection.

How low is the latency, and will the audio stay in lip-sync?

AirCast is designed for low-latency venue listening. Total delay also depends on the cinema processor, source, display and signal routing, so the completed system should be checked onsite against picture and dialogue.

How much auditorium coverage can we expect?

AirCast reaches up to 150 m / 492 ft line of sight, while NetCast reaches up to 200 m / 656 ft in suitable open conditions. Walls, RF interference, room layout and transmitter placement can reduce usable coverage.

How many guests can listen at the same time?

Auracast is a one-to-many broadcast and is not limited by one paired transmitter connection per listener. Practical capacity depends on usable room coverage and the number of compatible personal or venue devices available.

When should we choose AirCast or NetCast?

AirCast is the starting point for 300-1,000 seats, up to 150 m / 492 ft line of sight and one stream. Choose NetCast when the venue needs two streams, PoE, Web UI, networked management, or separate planning for multiplex and distributed zones.

Do we need to replace the theater's existing mixer or AV system?

Usually no. AirCast and NetCast are designed to connect to available outputs from an existing mixer, PA or AV source. The correct cable and input depend on the system.

Can guests use personal devices, loan receivers or Telecoil hearing aids?

Yes. Compatible Auracast hearing aids, earbuds and headphones can join directly. The venue can add AuraView loan receivers, compatible headphones and AuraCoil for guests using compatible Telecoil hearing aids.