Hearing loss is becoming more prevalent in our society, in fact 22% of the Australian population over 15 years of age have a measurable hearing loss. In addition, the introduction of new legislation requires the installation of hearing augmentation in venues and facilities.

This course is installer-focused, and provides the information to understand and apply the relevant standards, the process to assess and environment for suitability, and provide a basic introduction to understand audio frequency induction loop basics.

The installation of a specified and designed system is covered, including both perimeter and array loop types. The process for commissioning, testing and certification of induction loops, and troubleshooting the most common problems is also addressed.

The topics covered in the course include:

• Hearing Loop General Awareness

• Standards of Operation

• Site Assessment & Testing Procedures

• Practical Exercise – Site Assessment

• Installing Loops

• Interpreting Design Drawings

• Loop(s) Construction Techniques

• Practical Exercise – Create a Low Loss Phased Array

• Commissioning a Hearing Loop

• Practical Exercise – Commission & Certify a System

• Good Practise & Fault Finding

There will be an online test at the end of the session that you will be required to pass in order to receive Ampetronic Installer Certification.

Class sizes are limited. We recommend that you register now to ensure your place!

Presenter: Jacob Mumford, Jands Applications Engineer

Jacob Mumford brings several years of experience from an education, recording/mixing and live audio production background to the corporate audio industry. His knowledge of recording systems, alongside DSP and IP-based audio bring a fresh perspective to the world of hearing augmentation systems.

Session Times:

9:00am - 5:00pm

(Morning Tea, Light Lunch and Afternoon Tea provided)