Wireless communication systems (FM systems) enable clear understanding in situations where distance, loud environmental noises and other factors make hearing difficult (such as class room settings and conferences). An FM system for hearing instrument users consists of a transmitter, which picks up the voice from the speaker and sends it via radio waves, wirelessly, directly to the tiny FM receiver, which is connected to the personal hearing instrument.

Why FM is important — Even with the best hearing instruments, most hearing-impaired people notice that they have difficulty hearing in certain situations, for example, using a telephone, watching television, during a business meeting, or in a restaurant. Using an FM system makes communication in all these difficult situations much easier.

Typical daily situations

Wireless communication system (FM) combined with your hearing instruments lets you benefit in all the situations where you have difficulties understanding with your hearing instruments alone.

	Dialog At home, in a busy street, at the shopping center, or in a restaurant.
	Group conversations At a family get-together, in a very noisy restaurant, at business meetings or conferences.
	Making telephone calls Phonak wireless systems provide access to all capabilities of modern telecommunication devices.
	Watching TV and listening to music Phonak wireless systems provide access to the entire spectrum of today's information and entertainment technologies.
	Schools and further education In classes at schools and universities, on outings and excursions, in lectures, or on museum tours.
	Transportation In cars, trains, trams and buses.
	Sports of all kinds When cycling, playing golf, skiing, jogging or hiking.
	Events At the theater, in concerts, at the movies, in church services, or at community meetings.