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What does hearing aid compatibility (HAC) mean for wireless devices (e.g., Cell Phones and PDAs)?

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What does hearing aid compatibility (HAC) mean for wireless devices (e.g., Cell Phones and PDAs)?

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines HAC for wireless devices in terms of two parameters; radio-frequency (RF) emissions and telecoil coupling. Cell phones are tested to see if they comply with the FCC’s definition of hearing aid compatibility.