Bluetooth Hearing Protection

Bluetooth hearing protection obviates the electrical disturbances present in the environment and helps the users not compromise with their sense of hearing. Read on to find out more on this subject.
Those electro-acoustic devices called hearing aids, were once the only fragile protection devices available for those people who bore a big difficulty in hearing. Today, the technology of the world is growing at a lightning speed and advancements are taking place in every sector and every place. The more enhancement in the generations, the more intricate stuff has become. A Bluetooth headset is one such fish in the immense pond of wireless networking technology. Before we jump on furthermore, let's tackle first with the concept of Bluetooth technology and in the latter case, see how Bluetooth hearing protection acts as an essential add-on to this technology.

Bluetooth Technology

It is a short range Radio Frequency (RF) capable of transmitting data and voice at a very high-speed. Though its effective range is restricted to a given area or place, known to be- (10 meters), it transfers data three to eight times faster than the average speed of serial ports. They can be connected to devices like computers, laptops etc.

Since these days the technology of Bluetooth is so easily available in such accessories, consider the case of a cell phone. If you are driving or your hands are busy in doing some important work, It'll be obvious, you will not have a chance to hold the handset to your ear and talk. In such a case, use of a Bluetooth headset plays a vital role. You will at least avoid accidents or any sort of undue damages. Or for instance, imagine a super-fast wood chipper made up of a number of chain saws running altogether, that would ruin your hearing in a few moments. So, to head off such a confrontation, these headsets would have a hearing protection which would cancel out all the noise and interference and in turn would protect your sensitive organ called 'ears'.

These days such devices have set a higher bar for the premium hearing aids. From the list given below, these are few products that are available in the market, let's see what they offer. In this manner, you will have a clear picture, as to why and how these hearing protection headsets plays a vital role in different fields and industries.

Various Brands Offering Hearing Protection Headsets

Avenger (SRS Tactical's Avenger Headset Solution)
This device is available in single and dual comm, which is designed typically by SRS Tactical and is used in the fields of Military and Law Enforcement. For such streams of employment, Avenger is a behind the neck design headset and a best option for hearing, communication and protection. It also has the innovative situation awareness, Sordin electronics, which on side reproduces ambient disturbance into the ear cups. But simultaneously, also provides a protection to the users in case there's loud impulsive sounds like gunshots, firing, etc.

Peltor Bluetooth Wireless Headset
Using this headset, there are no hassles of keeping connectors and cords. Once the user has synchronized with another bluetooth unit, there's a full-fledged connection providing full duplex capabilities with high standards. This piece is extremely user-friendly which consists of four buttons to control: a function button, a call button (answer button/PTT) and the other two buttons for volume control, to turn it either up or down. It has a noise cancellation microphone and requires 2 AA batteries for functioning. Also a good noise attenuator, when the sound is very high. This is helpful not only to protect the user's hearing, but for a clear and effective communication in places where there is too much noise.

Sensear SM1X (s)
These new SM1X range of earmuffs gives an effective communication beyond 85 dbs (A) in any high noise environment. This brand has every feature starting from premium hearing protectors along with an add-on excellent feature, 'the speech quality and functionality'. This stuff has set a benchmark in terms of communication. When used with cell phones, merging the concept of Bluetooth technology with Sensear SM1X earmuff, this device offers the biggest level of voice communication in the market.

Peltor Optime III Headband Ear Defender
This headset is available in a double casing which makes it helpful in minimizing resonance in holder casing. Also, an acoustic link between the volume present inside and between the casings, facilitates maximum low frequency muffling. Due to this, there is a maximum increase in the high frequency muffling but on the other hand it is easier to interpret the speech and available signals as well. In terms of its making, the sealing rings are wide and are filled with foam made of soft plastic, for it to fit fine and keep a low contact pressure.

There are other brands which are available in the market like, EAR, Bilsom, Howard Leight and Moldex. They mandatorily offer products like ear plugs, ear bands, ear muffs, etc.

Benefits of Bluetooth Hearing Protection
  • Once a user starts to use a Bluetooth protected device, he/she feels secured, as one of the main reason is, nobody's hearing would get affected.
  • Also, people working in various fields, like engineering, construction or management, have a prolonged exposure to different activities regarding noise. They will have a convenience to use such protected devices in their day-to-day work.
  • Communication gets effective, clear and the need wouldn't rise for anyone to tolerate undesirable disturbances.
  • In case of loud noise in any environment, use of such headsets wouldn't make you hard of hearing soon.
  • The worry to take care of your pricey gadgets wouldn't be necessary. You can keep your accessories in the bag, in a room, in your office, anywhere in your house and roam around carefree. The connection would be maintained and so will your gadget.
If you are the one who is always surrounded with gizmos and lots of accessories, then keeping a protection against them is also vital. Thus a hearing protection device in such a case would be a dire necessity to your lifestyle. Technology will keep revolutionizing, but see that you don't get pulled away with it and compromise your health.
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Last Updated: 9/20/2011
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