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Paulpeople
Contributor I
October 29, 2024

Looking for TV system for elderly parents

  • October 29, 2024
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My elderly parents-in-law have recently moved to an apartment and because the TV is across the room , they consistently have it at a very high level in order to hear dialogue. Is there a system where they could have external speakers placed beside their chairs, that would give them clear dialogue that could play  at a lower level?. The setup would have to be easy to use, something permanently connected and preferably controlled by the TV remote itself would be the best solution. Our home system of a Beam and two One speakers as surrounds, would be great for them , except that as surrounds, the speakers focus less on dialogue, which would mean they'd still be cranking up the front volume. Is there a way to adjust the rear speakers so that they are dialogue focused ? 

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PaulpeopleAuthor
Contributor I
October 29, 2024

Headphones were my first thought ( that's what my father uses) but I think my inlaws want to watch together , and be to talk to each other as well ! 

    Stanley_4
    Stanley_4
    Grand Maestro
    October 29, 2024

    If they want the full Sonos experience with streaming music and multi-room sound then I’d also say go with the Amp and speakers placed right in front of the seating position. Speaker wires might be an issue, us geezers have to be wary of tripping hazards.

    I’ve tried setting mom up with Bluetooth and it is unreliable enough that it drives her nuts, is hard to troubleshoot by phone and she is miles from where I am. IF you can find a reliable Bluetooth transmitter and speakers they might be ideal. Only problem would be a possible small voice sync issue and remembering to keep them charged.

    The Sonos Ace have nice options for external noise, nothing, reduce it and allow it. I normally have mine on reduce but if the spouse wants to talk a quick button press to allow lets me hear her just fine. Someday if Sonos allows more than one set to connect they would be a good option.

    The Arc Ultra has promised better voice than the Arc, I don’t have an Ultra to test but it might be an option in the future.

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