Contacta LA-240 Induction Loop Hearing Amplifier
by Contacta
Last verified June 16, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
The LA-240 is a room hearing loop system that transmits audio from a TV, stereo, or other source directly into t-coil-equipped hearing aids — no headphones, no Bluetooth pairing, no extra receiver needed. It's designed for someone with a hearing aid that has a telecoil (t-coil or 'T' program) who wants to watch TV or listen to audio in a dedicated room without cranking the volume up for everyone else. The kit includes the amplifier, 130 feet of loop wire to run around the perimeter of a room up to 750 square feet, and a microphone for picking up live speech. Installation requires routing wire around the room perimeter, which is straightforward but does take some planning — and the system only benefits people whose hearing aids include a t-coil, so confirm that before purchasing.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Connect the LA-240 amplifier to your TV or audio source using the included audio cable or optical cable.
- Switch your hearing aid to its T or Loop program to confirm signal before full installation.
- With a guide
- Route the included 130 ft. loop wire around the perimeter of the listening room, tacking it along baseboards or under carpet.
- Connect the loop wire to the amplifier's loop output terminals.
- Adjust volume and tone controls on the amplifier while wearing your hearing aid in T-coil mode to find your preferred settings.
- Allow 1-2 hours for full installation and calibration. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
- With professional help
- An audiologist or AT specialist can verify your hearing aid's t-coil is active and properly programmed to benefit from a loop system.
- For larger or irregularly shaped rooms, an assistive listening installer can optimize loop wire placement to minimize signal dropout. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Contacta — view on vendor site; last verified June 16, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.