Audikast 4 - Compatibility Quick Check – Avantree Support

Audikast 4 Compatibility Check

Before You Buy: Check These 2 Things

To use Audikast 4 with your hearing aids and TV, both your hearing aids and your TV connection must be compatible.

You only need to check 2 things

Don't worry if you're not familiar with hearing aid models or TV ports. We'll show you what to look for below.

Check your hearing aids Find your brand and model below.

Check your TV Look for an Optical or AUX audio output.

STEP 1

Find Your Hearing Aid Brand

Audikast 4 connects directly only to compatible Auracast™ hearing aids. Find your brand below and check the model name carefully.

Beltone Commence, Envision, Serene Hearing aid app required

Bernafon Encanta App version ≥ 1.6.1

Cochlear Baha 7 Sound Processor Hearing aid app required

Danalogic GN Danalogic Extend Hearing aid app required

Jabra GN Enhance Pro 20, Enhance Pro 30, Enhance Select 700 Hearing aid app required

NuEar Noble AI 24 Hearing aid app required

Oticon Intent, Zeal Intent: FW ≥ 1.3.0 + latest Companion app

Philips HearLink 9050 Hearing aid app required

ReSound Enzo AI, Nexia, Savi, Vivia Hearing aid app required

Starkey

Starkey Edge AI, Omega AI Hearing aid app required

Widex Allure FW ≥ 5.1.20 · Auracast Assistant required

Not sure what hearing aid model you have?

Check the name in your hearing aid app, charging case, original box, purchase paperwork, or ask your hearing care provider for the exact model name. The exact model matters — the brand alone is not enough.

Don't see your hearing aid model above?

It may not currently support a direct Auracast™ connection with Audikast 4. Check the exact model with your hearing aid manufacturer or hearing care provider before purchasing.

STEP 2

Check the Back or Side of Your TV

Now look for at least one of the two audio outputs shown below. The port may be on the back or side of your TV.

You do not need both ports.

If your TV has Optical OR 3.5 mm AUX / Headphone Audio Out, it has a direct audio connection that Audikast 4 can use.

✓ COMPATIBLE CONNECTION

Optical

A small square-shaped digital audio port.

Look for labels such as:

OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT TOSLINK S/PDIF SPDIF

✓ COMPATIBLE CONNECTION

3.5 mm AUX / Headphone Out

A small round audio port similar to a headphone jack.

Look for labels such as:

AUDIO OUT HEADPHONE AUX OUT 3.5 mm 🎧

Not sure what ports your TV has?

You don't need to recognize every connection. Try these simple ways to find out:

1. Look at the TV Check the back and side panels for the labels shown above.

2. Find the model number It is usually printed on a label on the back of the TV.

3. Check the manual Look under "Audio Output," "Connections," or "Specifications."

Only see HDMI ARC / eARC?

Audikast 4 does not connect directly to HDMI. If your TV only provides HDMI audio output, additional equipment may be required to extract the audio before it can connect to Audikast 4.

Check your TV's other ports carefully before deciding that HDMI is the only available connection.

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Using a soundbar?

Your setup depends on how the soundbar connects to the TV. Optical soundbars may use an Optical splitter, while HDMI ARC soundbars require a different setup.

See Soundbar Setup Guide →

✓ Audikast 4 Should Work for Your Setup If:

You can confirm both of the following:

✓

Your exact hearing aid model is listed above.

✓

Your TV has a usable Optical or 3.5 mm audio output.

Both checks are YES? You can move on to the hearing aid connection instructions. If either answer is NO or you're still unsure, check your exact hearing aid and TV model before purchasing.

Already have your Audikast 4?

Use our step-by-step hearing aid guide to find your brand and join the Audikast 4 Auracast™ broadcast.

How to Join the Broadcast →