It is important that devices with voice output can communicate information to users without broadcasting the information to the public. In this example, private bank information is being broadcast in a public space, much to the embarrassment of the user. This standard applies to all information transaction machines, multimedia products, radio receivers, and soundcards.

The standards this example illustrates:

EITAAC Preliminary Rules 5.2.1.11.1

Where product access features deliver speech output, provide a mechanism for private listening.

Products to which these standards may apply:

• Radio Receivers
• Soundcard
• Information Transaction Machines
• Multimedia