Auditory Processing Disorder
What is APD:
APD, or Auditory Processing Disorder, could be described as dyslexia of the ears. Just as dyslexia is a disconnect between the eyes and the brain, APD is a disconnect between the ears and the brain. This means that a child or adult with APD needs to focus on understanding speech, and distractions such as background noise can make it very difficult for them to understanding what they are hearing.
How to assist:
Reducing background noise and reverberation (an inaudible echo that makes sounds less clear for people with APD or hearing loss) can be very difficult in the classroom (and elsewhere). There are often a lot of hard surfaces, which increases the reverberation, and even the most well-behaved class often makes noise when they aren’t supposed to.
The best solution is the Roger Touchscreen microphone transmitting the teacher’s voice directly to the student wearing the Roger Focus II.
Ideally, there should also be a multimedia hub, to assist the student understanding the sound from electronic whiteboard/s, and a pass around microphone and Soundfield Speaker to understand other students and additional teachers.
Using the PassAround Mics also helps students to remember to wait their turn rather than speaking at the same time, and gives a student with APD time to know who to shift their attention to before the next speaker starts.
Products | Kits
Products | Receivers
Products | Transmitters
Kit |
Roger Focus II + Touchscreeen Microphone
$2170.00
FREE DELIVERY
The ability to reduce background noise and so get a clearer understanding of what is being said to the listener is of particular value to those with the APD condition.
Roger Focus II, although not a hearing aid as such, is an easy-to-use personal hearing aid style device that sends the speaker's voice directly into the wearer's ear/s whilst reducing background noise and distraction by emphasizing voice-specific frequencies.
This kit is particularly useful in a classroom situation, especially when used with a Roger Soundfield.
There is also an option to include "Left ear" or "Right ear".
Features:
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Redu7ces distracting noise
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Improves speech understanding by an average of 53%
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Is a lightweight, discreet behind-the-ear receiver, appropriate for ages 3+
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Has a volume control
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Is water and dust resistant (IP57)
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Uses a rechargeable battery
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Includes charger
Choose from 10 colours – Electric Green, Blue Ocean, Silver Grey, Caribbean Pirate, Lava Red, Majesty Purple, Alpine White, Precious Pink, Velvet Black, Beige
All receivers sold by Hearing Connections are the 02 model and can connect with all Phonak Roger transmitters.
GST does not apply for this item.
Kit |
Roger Focus II-312 + Touchscreeen Microphone
$1935.00
FREE DELIVERY
The ability to reduce background noise and so get a clearer understanding of what is being said to the listener is of particular value to those with the APD condition.
Roger Focus II, although not a hearing aid as such, is an easy-to-use personal hearing aid style device that sends the speaker's voice directly into the wearer's ear/s whilst reducing background noise and distraction by emphasizing voice-specific frequencies.
This kit is particularly useful in a classroom situation, especially when used with a Roger Soundfield.
There is also an option to include "Left ear" or "Right ear".
Features:
-
Reduces distracting noise
-
Improves speech understanding by an average of 53%
-
Is a lightweight, discreet behind-the-ear receiver, appropriate for ages 3+
-
Has a volume control
-
Is water and dust resistant (IP57)
-
Uses disposable batteries with a tamper proof battery door
There is also an option to include "Left ear" or "Right ear"
Only 2 colours are available – Silver Grey, Velvet Black
All receivers sold by Hearing Connections are the 02 model and can connect with all Phonak Roger transmitters.
GST does not apply for this item.
Kit |
Roger Focus II + Roger On
$1870.00
FREE DELIVERY
When used with the Roger On, the Roger Focus II is an easy-to-use product that sends sound directly into your ears (Note that the Roger Focus II is NOT a hearing aid and will not work by itself).
This kit provides a flexible assistive listening solution that can be used in groups, meetings or 1:1 situations.
Features:
-
Reduces distracting noise
-
Improves speech understanding by an average of 53%
-
Is a lightweight, discreet behind-the-ear receiver, appropriate for ages 3+
-
Recommended for teenagers
-
Has a volume control
-
Is water and dust resistant (IP57)
-
Uses a rechargeable battery
-
Includes charger
There is also an option to include "Left ear" or "Right ear".
Choose from 10 colours – Electric Green, Blue Ocean, Silver Grey, Caribbean Pirate, Lava Red, Majesty Purple, Alpine White, Precious Pink, Velvet Black, Beige
All receivers sold by Hearing Connections are the 02 model and can connect with all Phonak Roger transmitters.
GST does not apply for this item.
Kit |
Roger Focus II-312 + Roger On
$1672.00
FREE DELIVERY
When used with the Roger On, the Roger Focus II–312 is an easy-to-use product that sends sound directly into your ears (note that the Roger Focus II-312 is NOT a hearing aid and will not work by itself).
This kit provides a flexible assistive listening solution that can be used in groups, meetings or 1:1 situations.
Features:
-
Reduces distracting noise
-
Improves speech understanding by an average of 53%
-
Is a lightweight, discreet behind-the-ear receiver, appropriate for ages 3+
-
Is recommended for teenagers
-
Has a volume control
-
Is water and dust resistant (IP57)
-
Uses disposable batteries with a tamper proof battery door
There is also an option to include "Left ear" or "Right ear".
Only 2 colours are available – Silver Grey, Velvet Black
All receivers sold by Hearing Connections are the 02 model and can connect with all Phonak Roger transmitters.
GST does not apply for this item.
Kit |
Roger Focus II + Roger Select
$1830.00
FREE DELIVERY
When used with the Roger Select, the Roger Focus II is an easy-to-use product that sends sound directly into your ears (Note that the Roger Focus II is NOT a hearing aid and will not work by itself).
This kit provides a flexible assistive listening solution that can be used in groups, meetings or 1:1 situations.
Features:
-
Reduces distracting noise
-
Improves speech understanding by an average of 53%
-
Is a lightweight, discreet behind-the-ear receiver, appropriate for ages 3+
-
Has a volume control
-
Is water and dust resistant (IP57)
-
Uses a rechargeable battery
-
Includes charger
There is also an option to include "Left ear" or "Right ear".
Choose from 10 colours – Electric Green, Blue Ocean, Silver Grey, Caribbean Pirate, Lava Red, Majesty Purple, Alpine White, Precious Pink, Velvet Black, Beige
All receivers sold by Hearing Connections are the 02 model and can connect with all Phonak Roger transmitters.
GST does not apply for this item.
Kit |
Roger Focus II-312 + Roger Select
$1635.00
FREE DELIVERY
When used with the Roger Select, the Roger Focus II-312 is an easy-to-use product that sends sound directly into your ears (note that the Roger Focus II-312 is NOT a hearing aid and will not work by itself).
This kit provides a flexible assistive listening solution that can be used in groups, meetings or 1:1 situations.
Features:
-
Reduces distracting noise
-
Improves speech understanding by an average of 53%
-
Is a lightweight, discreet behind-the-ear receiver, appropriate for ages 3+
-
Has a volume control
-
Is water and dust resistant (IP57)
-
Uses disposable batteries with a tamper proof battery door
There is also an option to include "Left ear" or "Right ear".
Only 2 colours are available – Silver Grey, Velvet Black
All receivers sold by Hearing Connections are the 02 model and can connect with all Phonak Roger transmitters.
GST does not apply for this item.
Receiver |
Roger Focus II
$985.00
FREE DELIVERY
The Roger Focus II looks like a miniature hearing aid, and is an easy-to-use product that sends sound directly into your ears from any Phonak Roger microphone.
Features:
-
Cuts out distracting noise
-
Improves speech understanding by an average of 53%
-
Is a lightweight, discreet behind-the-ear receiver, appropriate for ages 3+
-
Has a volume control
-
Is water and dust resistant (IP57)
-
Uses a rechargeable battery
-
Includes charger
Choose from 10 colours – Electric Green, Blue Ocean, Silver Gray, Caribbean Pirate, Lava Red, Majesty Purple, Alpine White, Precious Pink, Velvet Black, Beige
All receivers sold by Hearing Connections are the 02 model and can connect with all Phonak Roger transmitters.
GST does not apply for this item.
Receiver |
Roger Focus II–312
$790.00
FREE DELIVERY
Roger Focus II–312 is an easy-to-use product that sends sound directly into your ears from any Phonak Roger microphone.
Features:
-
Cuts out distracting noise
-
Improves speech understanding by an average of 53%
-
Is a lightweight, discreet behind-the-ear receiver, appropriate for ages 3+
-
Has a volume control
-
Is water and dust resistant (IP57)
-
Uses disposable batteries with a tamper proof battery door
Choose from 2 colours – Silver Grey, Velvet Black
All receivers sold by Hearing Connections are the 02 model and can connect with all Phonak Roger transmitters.
GST does not apply for this item.
Transmitter |
Roger Touchscreen Microphone
$1,180.00
FREE DELIVERY
The Roger Touchscreen Microphone is one of the most flexible. With 3 modes and 3 built-in microphones for small group, pointing and lanyard use, the Roger Touchscreen Microphone reduces background noise in all modes using 3 microphones, rather than two. This means it is able to reduce more noise in small group mode than the Mini-Mic 2+ for Cochlear N5, N6 and N7.
Ideal for classrooms with a large, easy to find mute button which flashes red when muted so the the onus is not always on the hearing impaired person in the room to speak up.
Can be used with the Roger SoundField so that everyone benefits from a clearer sound.
To use the Roger Touchscreen Microphone, pair it with any of our Roger receivers including:
* Note – Some receivers sold (code number 03) are not compatible with the Roger Touchscreen Microphone. All receivers sold by Hearing Connections are compatible but if using your own receiver, please check that it is an (02) receiver before purchasing.
GST does not apply for this item.
Transmitter |
Roger Multimedia Hub
$548.00
FREE DELIVERY
The Roger Multimedia Hub is a transmitter to connect to a laptop, TV, smartboard and other multimedia devices.
It transmits the signals to the SoundField System as well as other Roger 02 receivers*.
To use the Roger Multimedia Hub, pair it with any of our Roger receivers including:
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Roger Focus II
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Roger Focus II–312
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Roger Neckloop
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Roger Receiver for N7
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Roger Receiver for N5 and N6
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Roger Receiver for MED-EL Sonnet and Sonnet 2
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Roger Receiver for Naida CI Q
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Roger X
* Note – Some receivers sold (code number 03) are not compatible with the Roger Multimedia Hub. All receivers sold by Hearing Connections are compatible but if using your own receiver, please check that it is an (02) receiver before purchasing.
Transmitter |
Roger On V2
$915.00
FREE DELIVERY
The new Roger On Version 2 - now has headset mode, and can used for meetings on Zoom, Microsoft Teams and other two way conversations. The Roger On V2 picks up your voice, and allows you to hear the other participants.
The Roger On is one of the most universal personal microphones to help with social or professional interactions. With three microphones and 3 different modes Roger On can help you to feel confident to continue participating in challenging listening environments.
Connect Roger On with your smartphone to control the microphones and modes discretely.
In group conversations: In small meetings or at family dinners, place the Roger On microphone on the table to pick up the voices from everyone.
In social gatherings: When music is playing and people are talking and laughing, the pointing mode makes it possible to zoom in on the person talking.
From a distance: In a larger auditorium, the speaker often stands at a distance. When presenters wear a Roger On, their speech is transmitted directly to your hearing aids.
In large meetings: Use Roger On as a presenter microphone together with table microphones in a MultiTalker Network to hear all participants.
Choose from 2 colours – Graphite Grey, Champagne
To use the Roger On, pair it with any of our Roger receivers including:
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Roger Focus II
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Roger Focus II–312
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Roger Neckloop
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Roger Receiver for N7
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Roger Receiver for N5 and N6
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Roger Receiver for MED-EL Sonnet and Sonnet 2
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Roger Receiver for Naida CI Q
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Roger X
GST does not apply for this item.
Transmitter |
Roger Select
$845.00
FREE DELIVERY
Designed for small groups or can be worn.
The Roger Select is a microphone specifically designed to help boost your hearing performance and keep you at the heart of the conversation. Ideal for group conversations both socially and in the workplace.
Place on a table and choose any combination of 6 directions to focus on what you want to hear. When worn, it automatically focuses on the wearer's voice.
Choose from 3 colours – Pearl White, Graphite Grey, Champagne
To use the Roger Select, pair it with any of our Roger receivers including:
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Roger Focus II
-
Roger Focus II–312
-
Roger Neckloop
-
Roger Receiver for N7
-
Roger Receiver for N5 and N6
-
Roger Receiver for MED-EL Sonnet and Sonnet 2
-
Roger Receiver for Naida CI Q
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Roger X
GST does not apply for this item.