DE component of ZVOX 555 - really works well? I have hearing problems with understanding human speech on my TV.I've tried several solution with only very modest success. Is there anyone out there who has tried the ZVOX 555 and found that the DE really does significantly improve the clarity of voice? DE component of ZVOX 555 - really works well? I have hearing problems with understanding human speech on my TV.I've tried several solution with only very modest success. Is there anyone... » Read More DE component of ZVOX 555 - really works well? I have hearing problems with understanding human speech on my TV.I've tried several solution with only very modest success. Is there anyone out there who has tried the ZVOX 555 and found that the DE really does significantly improve the clarity of voice? « Show Less
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Yes , it does work. BUT there is a notable difference in the background noises and music. Lower volume - less dynamic in my opinion.It's a trade off. If you're watching a movie with great sound effects I just turn off the DE. If it's a quiet scene with whispering I turn it back on.I love this speaker system - 5 stars all the way. Got it for $200 at best buy. Like many other devices you have to find what works best for you.Don't hesitate to buy it. Plus their service is great. I had a problem with a 420. Trouble shooting accomplished thru email. Sent me the parts. Easy fix.No questions about how old is it or where you got it. Can't beat that. Yes , it does work. BUT there is a notable difference in the background noises and music. Lower volume - less dynamic in my opinion.It's a trade off. If you're watching a movie with great sound effects I just turn off the DE. If it's a quiet scene with whispering I turn it back on.I love this speaker system - 5 stars all the way. Got it for $200 at best buy. Like many other devices you have to find what works best for you.Don't hesitate to buy it. Plus their service is great. I had a problem with a 420. Trouble shooting accomplished thru email. Sent me the parts. Easy... » Read More Yes , it does work. BUT there is a notable difference in the background noises and music. Lower volume - less dynamic in my opinion.It's a trade off. If you're watching a movie with great sound effects I just turn off the DE. If it's a quiet scene with whispering I turn it back on.I love this speaker system - 5 stars all the way. Got it for $200 at best buy. Like many other devices you have to find what works best for you.Don't hesitate to buy it. Plus their service is great. I had a problem with a 420. Trouble shooting accomplished thru email. Sent me the parts. Easy fix.No questions about how old is it or where you got it. Can't beat that. « Show Less
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DE works splendidly. Per my review, hands down the best feature of this unit. Good tip on the output limiter; I may try that as well!
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I find that not only does the DE work well, but the Output limiter also makes vocals more understandable, without the need to use DE and loose surround sound and such.
360967
My wife and I have similar problems and just bought a ZVOX 555. It has definitely made it easier to hear vocals. Vocals appear to be clearer to us on all settings and are further enhanced when the DE mode is enabled.
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Yes, it helps a lot. DE enabled at normal volume works great. Much better than default speakers on the TV.
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yes, the DE dramatically improves dialog, so we now rarely miss a word in movies, even those with lots of background noise or music.Suggest you turn the DE off, however, to fully appreciate music without vocals.
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Yes, it works great. The only way I can hear the TV. I have two base stations. one at the treadmill another in the family room. Phonak hearing aid for one ear and a cochlear implant for the other. It's best if your TV has a headphone jack. R.M. Maryland
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The clarity is excellent. I have had no problems with the system. The speakerphone part is great too, it helps because sometimes it is hard for me to hear.
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My husband uses his because he can not hear the deep tones on the TV. This definitely helps. The sound is not stereo, but acceptable. It sure beats having to blast the TV so he can hear. I used to wear ear plugs and could still hear the TV. There is rarely any lag in receiving the sound, which is a huge plus. The biggest downfall of this is there is no remote to adjust the sound. It is located next to my husbands recliner, so I have to get up to adjust the sound if he is not sitting there. At that point, I usually just turn it off and listen through the TV speakers.
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I have had the Bravia EX400 for about a week and love it. But alas, it does not have variable audio output, only one fixed audio out. This is suprising given all the other options this TV offers. I resorted to using the fixed audio output to my Yamaha receiver. I control the volume with my Yamaha remote. This is definitely worth doing since the TV's speakers have subpar sound quality.I agree with you R. Illingworth-variable audio output should be a standard feature. (Sony does have variable output in more expensive models.)
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It's my understanding that this is used to amplify voice in a person to person setting. The only way to use this with a telephone would be if the telephone had speakerphone. The ChatterVOX would make the individual louder, depending on volume setting, thus the speakerphone could pick up the voice better.
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This was the reason I purchased this product - for better clarity of dialog vs the background music, etc. Did it help? Yes it did. Will it work for you? That would depend on the severity of your hearing loss, and to some extent what you are viewing. I think you will see a noticeable improvement, but it won't be 100% better. One other thing to consider - there were other models of this same product, although more expensive, not sure if going for a better one would equal higher satisfaction. I would go for it. I don't regret the purchase at all .Hope this helps!
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Yes, absolutely and it works brilliantly. Easy to teach it to work from your TV remote. Then, no need to ever use the ZVOX one. We had a a Bose Solo box before this which didn't have the feature at all and showed no remote functionality at all. The ZVOX sound is 5 times as good as the Bose too ...... unless you particularly enjoy a very loud unfocused booming sound with every program! I imported this to England as it's not available here ..... I would most certainly do it again. An excellent piece of kit! The Bose was returned for refund! Oh, and the ZVOX is half the Bose price. I think your phrase is 'Go figure!' Good luck with your decision! Yes, absolutely and it works brilliantly. Easy to teach it to work from your TV remote. Then, no need to ever use the ZVOX one. We had a a Bose Solo box before this which didn't have the feature at all and showed no remote functionality at all. The ZVOX sound is 5 times as good as the Bose too ...... unless you particularly enjoy a very loud unfocused booming sound with every program! I imported this to England as it's not available here ..... I would most certainly do it again. An excellent piece of kit! The Bose was returned for refund! Oh, and the ZVOX is half the Bose price. I think... » Read More Yes, absolutely and it works brilliantly. Easy to teach it to work from your TV remote. Then, no need to ever use the ZVOX one. We had a a Bose Solo box before this which didn't have the feature at all and showed no remote functionality at all. The ZVOX sound is 5 times as good as the Bose too ...... unless you particularly enjoy a very loud unfocused booming sound with every program! I imported this to England as it's not available here ..... I would most certainly do it again. An excellent piece of kit! The Bose was returned for refund! Oh, and the ZVOX is half the Bose price. I think your phrase is 'Go figure!' Good luck with your decision! « Show Less
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I'm not sure how it works... but when I switch channels my receiver shows how it adjusts such as -3db or +2 db to even it out. There's also 3 kinds of night mode: low, medium, and high that could also help.Actually I just looked at it... it says "Dialog Norm" then it lists the dB adjustment.Edit: I finally had a chance to look around at it. I guess it is only on the 876 and 906. I guess I never realized the volume difference since most of the time I skip commercials since I use a DVR. Sorry for the trouble man.
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I would rather imagine, no, on account of possibly the TV's weight and/or the footprint of its base being too wide. If you go to the ZVOX's website, you can review the maximum weights and footprints for each ZVOX model. Also, you will need either an optical or coax audio out from the TV to the ZVOX to assure the best sound. Good luck...
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Yes, I bought the nuud and it works just fine. I have had a few cases where people say I sound muffled. I have tried the fix listed at the website and it "seems" to improve things.
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i am trying to help my father with is severe hearing loss. I am thinking to connect the 770 to a quality headset equalizer / preamp. Then a little blue toothe transmitter would be in charge of sending the signal to a high quality blue tooth headset. would the 770 perform in such a setup? I would really appreciate either tech and non tech answer. Thanks a lot!
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I also have the 220 with a Samsung TV. But my room is fairly small (home office 10x10). If you have not done so, set the TV speakers to "mute" so that all of the audio comes thru ZVOX speakers. The 420 would be better in a larger room, since the unit is more powerful than the 220. You might already know about the "dialogue enhancement" button on the ZVOX remote, but just in case, give that button a chance to improve the sound quality. I believe it is "off" by default. So consider the bigger ZVOX if you have a large listening room.
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I don't know about the Zvox but I have the Samsung sound bar and it does good and does not block any of the receptors. It sets in front of the TV and the sound is great.
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I own some 3 year old Phonak Naida VSP hearing aides. I purchased the ComPilot with TV box and use it to watch TV. I can now hear the TV for the first time in years. I have not purchased the gadget that can set on a table to pick up voices yet, but that is on my to do list. My audiologist states that any Phonak hearing aid will work with the Phonak Compilot. The set up was easy.
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I haven't investigated that yet, but you can "teach" your DVR remote to control volume, mute, on/off. That way, you can technically turn both on at the same time. I basically use the DVR remote to turn the rest of my system on, and then use the mute (or volume) button on the ZVox remote to turn the volume on. But, as noted above, you can use the DVR remote for both. Sounds more convoluted than it is. I barely think about it nowadays --- it all seems so intuitive and fuss free. The manual that comes with the ZVox is a model of clarity and thoroughness; whoever is making this is conscious of the fact that people need better manuals than the ones that come with most electronic goods these days. Hope this helps. I haven't investigated that yet, but you can "teach" your DVR remote to control volume, mute, on/off. That way, you can technically turn both on at the same time. I basically use the DVR remote to turn the rest of my system on, and then use the mute (or volume) button on the ZVox remote to turn the volume on. But, as noted above, you can use the DVR remote for both. Sounds more convoluted than it is. I barely think about it nowadays --- it all seems so intuitive and fuss free. The manual that comes with the ZVox is a model of clarity and thoroughness; whoever is making this is... » Read More I haven't investigated that yet, but you can "teach" your DVR remote to control volume, mute, on/off. That way, you can technically turn both on at the same time. I basically use the DVR remote to turn the rest of my system on, and then use the mute (or volume) button on the ZVox remote to turn the volume on. But, as noted above, you can use the DVR remote for both. Sounds more convoluted than it is. I barely think about it nowadays --- it all seems so intuitive and fuss free. The manual that comes with the ZVox is a model of clarity and thoroughness; whoever is making this is conscious of the fact that people need better manuals than the ones that come with most electronic goods these days. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Oh yeah, if you buy this model you will find it has crystal clear. You can turn the VOR on or off with a switch. I like it because when no one is saying anything it stops. The first sound it comes back on with this feature. The built in microphone picks up any noise. I like mine and use it all the time. Good luck and hope you buy it. It will do the job better than any other I have ever seen. This is the same type of recorder news crews use. So you know it's the best out there.