Williams AV FM ADA KIT 37 – Portable FM ADA Compliance Kit, Alkaline

Product Overview

The Williams AV FM ADA KIT 37 is a portable FM ADA compliance kit that gives facilities everything needed to provide assistive listening for one presenter and up to four listeners in small-group settings such as libraries, conference rooms, and information desks. The complete FM assistive listening system — transmitter, four receivers, microphones, headphones, neckloops, and alkaline batteries — packs into a single carry case, so one kit can satisfy ADA hearing accessibility requirements across a multiple-room facility. The system operates on one of 17 selectable channels in the 72–76 MHz band reserved for hearing assistance.

Product Description

For facilities managers and AV integrators tasked with meeting Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility requirements, the FM ADA KIT 37 is a turnkey answer. The kit pairs a PPA T46 body-pack FM transmitter with four PPA R37N FM receivers, giving a presenter a 150-foot operating range — ample coverage for jury rooms, council chambers, corporate boardrooms, parent-teacher conferences, and small training rooms. Because the entire system is portable and battery-powered, it moves between rooms as needed rather than being fixed to one space.

Two microphone options are included: the MIC 090 mini lapel clip microphone for a mobile presenter, and the MIC 149 conference microphone for tabletop pickup in meetings. On the listening side, four HED 027 heavy-duty folding headphones serve general listeners, while two NKL 001 neckloops couple inductively to telecoil-equipped hearing aids and cochlear implants — a key ADA consideration. This alkaline-battery version ships with five BAT 001-2 AA alkaline battery packs and delivers up to 100 hours of receiver battery life; receivers run approximately 50 hours per pair of AA alkaline cells.

The included IDP 008 ADA wall plaque signals to visitors that hearing assistance is available, which posting requirements under the 2010 ADA Standards expect of public accommodations. Everything stows in the CCS 029 system carry case for storage, transport, and quick deployment at the front desk. The system is made in the USA and backed by the Williams AV Lifetime PLUS Limited Warranty (90 days on accessories). Note: the kit is FCC-approved for U.S. operation in the 72–76 MHz band, and FCC rules limit use of this equipment to auditory assistance.

If your staff prefers not to manage disposable batteries, the FM ADA KIT 37 RCH rechargeable version adds a drop-in charger kit. For larger venues up to 1,000 feet, see the full Williams AV assistive listening lineup.

Key Features

• Complete ADA Compliance Package — One kit contains the transmitter, receivers, microphones, listening accessories, signage, and case needed to meet ADA assistive listening requirements in small-group spaces.
• One Presenter, Four Listeners — The PPA T46 transmitter broadcasts to four PPA R37N receivers across a 150-foot operating range.
• 17 Selectable FM Channels — Operates on the 72–76 MHz band reserved for hearing assistance, with channel selection to avoid interference between systems.
• Hearing Aid Compatible — Two NKL 001 neckloops couple audio directly to telecoil-equipped hearing aids and cochlear implants.
• Dual Microphone Options — Includes a MIC 090 lapel microphone for presenters and a MIC 149 conference microphone for tabletop meeting pickup.
• Long Battery Life — Receivers run approximately 50 hours on two AA alkaline batteries, with up to 100 hours of receiver battery life in the kit.
• ADA Signage Included — The IDP 008 wall plaque notifies visitors that assistive listening devices are available.
• Portable Carry Case — The CCS 029 case stores and transports the entire system between rooms, letting one kit cover a multi-room facility.
• Made in USA with Lifetime Warranty — Backed by the Williams AV Lifetime PLUS Limited Warranty, with 90 days of coverage on accessories.

Typical Applications

• Conference room and huddle room hearing assistance
• Boardroom accessibility for corporate meetings
• Government space jury rooms and council chambers
• Training room and commercial meeting space ADA compliance
• Multi-purpose room deployments in libraries and schools

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the FM ADA KIT 37 satisfy ADA assistive listening requirements?

Yes. The kit was assembled to meet the 2010 ADA accessibility guidelines for small-group spaces, including receivers, hearing aid-compatible neckloops, and the required wall plaque indicating that assistive listening is available. Confirm receiver counts against your venue's seating capacity under ADA Section 219.

How is this kit different from the FM ADA KIT 37 RCH?

This version uses disposable AA alkaline batteries. The RCH version substitutes rechargeable NiMH batteries and adds a BAT KT6 drop-in charger kit; the transmitter, receivers, and accessories are otherwise the same.

Will the receivers work with other Williams Sound transmitters?

Yes. The PPA R37N receivers tune all 17 wideband channels between 72 and 76 MHz and are compatible with any Williams Sound transmitter in that band, including the PPA T45 and FM+ series.

How do hearing aid users connect to the system?

The two included NKL 001 neckloops plug into the receivers and couple inductively to any hearing aid or cochlear implant with a telecoil, so users hear the program directly through their own devices.

Does this system require installation?

No. The FM ADA KIT 37 is fully portable and battery-operated, with simple setup and operation. It can be deployed at an information desk or moved between conference rooms without any fixed wiring.

Can the kit be used outside the United States?

The kit is FCC-approved for U.S. operation. The 72–76 MHz band is not authorized in all countries, so check local radio regulations before deploying internationally.