Sennheiser MobileConnect, innovative streaming audio technology to a smartphone

Sennheiser's MobileConnect system uses a Wi-Fi connection to stream lip-sync audio content to a smartphone via an app that turns the device into a mobile receiver.

Sennheiser MobileConnect delivers live audio streaming to mobile devices. The universal system uses a WiFi connection to stream lip-sync audio content to the user's smartphone using an app that turns the system into a mobile receiver.

The applications are limitless in both a studio and a stadium, Museum or Theatre. It is also a very useful solution for listening assistance in theatres, the provision of audio tracks for silent screens in airport lounges or for simultaneous translation in presentations.

"MobileConnect opens up new opportunities in the field of digital signage, as well as in many areas of assistive listening. This solution will allow our customers to use their smartphones to receive audio content and event organisers will no longer have to deal with the costs of lending, renting and maintaining audio devices", explains Andy Niemann, Head of Integrated Systems Division at Sennheiser.

MobileConnect consists of a streaming server and a wireless LAN router. The system provides a closed network that can be connected to via a smartphone. The selected audio data is transferred to the device via the MobileConnect multi-channel app, allowing them to play the content through headphones.

CinemaConnect

Sennheiser's MobileConnect is already being used in pilot projects in Hamburg, in some theatres and at the Millerntor Stadium of the FC St football team.. Pauli.

Sennheiser has also developed the CinemaConnect app, that works on the same technology base as MobileConnect, But it's designed for movie theaters. Offers audio description and listening aid in cinemas, providing inclusive solutions for spectators with visual or hearing impairments. The CinemaConnect solution has been in use at the Abaton theatres in Hamburg since last May.

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