Contacta IL-PL20-2 Portable induction loop system

General Description

New and improved Mk II model launched 2012 which is half the weight and even more powerful! 

The Contacta portable induction loop system has been designed specifically to aid communication with hearing impaired people who have the “T” position on their hearing aid.

The system consists of two components: the main unit, stylishly constructed from robust ABS plastic, and a plug-in power adaptor for charging purposes.

The unit incorporates a rechargeable battery system to maintain performance at its peak. The battery will give a minimum of 8 hours use and is monitored at all times using standby mode, incorporating a two colour display to show battery status.

The status LED display will flash with speech.

The unit is fully operational at all times and may still be used when recharging becomes necessary.

The portable loop system is easy to carry and can be simply set up for use in a matter of seconds.

The system provides an exceptionally cost-effective solution wherever-

Interim DDA compliance is required (e.g. during refurbishment or pending imminent business relocation)
A permanent induction loop is not practical e.g. For doctors use on home visits
Back-up is needed for rooms with no installed induction loop
Public contact is only occasional

More information on the Contacta IL-PL20-2 Portable induction loop system can be found here.

For regular use we would recommend an installed localised field induction loop system. Please contact us for details.

Features

Easy to use
No installation works required
Simple, neat solution
No trailing wires or set up
Neat and compact
Unobtrusive, effective, inclusive
Lightweight, easy to carry
Built in mic and rechargeable battery
Provides min 4 hours usage
Battery status and operation LED display
Mic input for accessories

Technical Data

Internal microphone: Electret
Connections: Auxiliary microphone 3.5mm jack plug
Controls: Power on slide switch
Internal Battery: NiMH battery pack Battery life approximately 4 hours
PSU Power supply: 18 VDC
Power and Status: Power and status LED indication Green/red LED
Protection: Self-resetting polyfuses, multiple on chip thermal shutdown
External Audio In: Connection Boundary microphone or SCART lead
DC Power: Connection 2.1mm DC jack
Dimensions (W x H x D): 275 x 250 x 110mm
Weight 0.8KG

The portable loop system is simply placed between the staff member and the customer. The staff member switches on the unit and talks to the customer. The staff member’s voice is picked up by the internal microphone and then converted to a magnetic field which radiates for a maximum of 0.6m. The hearing impaired customer then switches their hearing aid to the “T” position to convert the magnetic field back into audio.


Please Note. This portable induction loop system is also available with a front label in Welsh. Please contact us for details.

User instructions

Please follow the instructions below to obtain optimum benefit from the portable induction loop system:

The portable induction loop system is placed on the desk or counter top between the user and the member of staff, with the rear of the unit, with inbuilt microphone towards the staff member and the front with the “T” position label towards the customer, see diagram below.

Switch the system on using the slide switch on the left hand side of the rear of the Main Unit marked “ON-OFF”.

The customer may obtain the most benefit from the system by adjusting the position of the Main Unit on the desk to suit.

During normal operation when conversation is taking place, the LED will flash green in conjunction with speech to indicate that the unit is working.

If the battery level becomes low, the LED will flash Red periodically. The unit should then be charged using the Power Adapter provided. This may be done whilst the system is still in operation.

To ensure that the unit is ready for use when required, and to preserve battery life, put on charge periodically, e.g. once a month, using the Power Adapter.