Assistive Listening System
We are presently researching the modern Bluetooth technology called AURACAST that allows modern hearing aids with appropriate software to connect to a variation of Bluetooth which used to be called Bluetooth LE Audio, but is now known as Auracast. This allows for bluetooth transmissions to more than two devices at the same time, such as for churches, theatres and meeting rooms like ours. Several people with hearing aids equipped with Auracast would be able to select the WELU channel for their earpieces using their usual hearing app on their phone.
At the moment, August 2026, While the adoption of this standard in Canada has been very slow and not many hearing aid sources have embraced this change in specifications as yet, we can identify a number of Canadian sources of hearing aids that are said to offer Auracast use.
Key Auracast hearing aid models available so far:
What Auracast Offers:
These hearing aids allow you to connect directly to public, Auracast-enabled audio streams in venues like airport terminals, lecture halls, and meeting rooms, without needing additional receivers. It also enables direct streaming from TVs and other devices in your home.
It is recommended to book a consultation at your hearing clinic to test the latest compatible models.
At the moment, August 2026, While the adoption of this standard in Canada has been very slow and not many hearing aid sources have embraced this change in specifications as yet, we can identify a number of Canadian sources of hearing aids that are said to offer Auracast use.
Key Auracast hearing aid models available so far:
- ReSound: Nexia, Vivia, Savi, Enzo 1A
- Jabra: Enhance Pro 20, 30, & Enhance Select 500, 700
- GN: Danalogic Extend
- Oticon: Zeal™, Intent
- Beltone: Envision, Serene, Commence
- Starkey: Edge AI, Omega AI
- Bernafon: Encanta
- Cochlear: Baha 7 Sound Processor
- Philips: HearLink 9050 definitely available and ready to go.
- Widex: Allure
- Signia Active Pro IX: Features Auracast readiness, but check if it needs software updates that may not yet be ready.
What Auracast Offers:
These hearing aids allow you to connect directly to public, Auracast-enabled audio streams in venues like airport terminals, lecture halls, and meeting rooms, without needing additional receivers. It also enables direct streaming from TVs and other devices in your home.
It is recommended to book a consultation at your hearing clinic to test the latest compatible models.
For those interested in knowing some more about Auracast, - Please click on the blue link.
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The remainder of this section is intended to provide relevant documentation to assist in the setting up and operation of the WELU sound and projection system as well as the Assistive Listening system. The information is provided in a series of downloadable/printable pdf files.
This will allow us to easily update any changes in hardware or operation as time goes on, and minimize the changes to the documentation.
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Operational Manuals
1. WELU Sound and Projector setup procedure V1.5
2. WELU Assistive Listening system V1.0
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Hardware Manuals
1. Projector Quick Start Guide.pdf
2. Wireless Presenter-Laser Pointer.pdf
3. Sound Mixer Unit profx8v2.pdf
4. Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System.pdf
5. HDMI Cable 26ft.pdf
6. Microphones PGXD User-Guide
7. Yorkville P.A. Manual - om_ap1020.pdf
8. Service Manual for YX series of Speakers