Ear Phones Cutting Off T.v Sound.

[oxymoron]

This is the problem two people watching the same T.V. programme. One a bit deaf so needs the sound louder but if using ear phones it cuts the sound for the other person. Any suggestions appreciated on how to overcome this.

[hc4361]

Buy a tv with a dual audio tuner - I have one but they are hard to find and it is an expensive option.

Buy a wireless headphone set with 2 headphones, each with its own volume control.

Connect your tv to an external amplifier using the audio jacks at the back of the tv and plug the headphones in the amp - this should allow the sound to play out of the tv's speakers.

[oxymoron]

Thanks for suggestions hc4361. The last one sounds a possibility and worth a try.

[hc4361]

You may have a hifi or surround sound system already that would do it

[hc4361]

This is ugly but cheap enough and will do exactly what you want.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/-/dp/B002J91WMA?tag=invihand-21

[Jomlett]

Some tvs Settings give the option to ON/OFF the speakers with headphones.

[hc4361]

Please disregard my link to the cheap amp - the reviews are rubbish.

[Wak]

If you want the cheapest alternative, turn the TV up loud and let the normal person use cotton wool in the ears.
Just a thought!