8100 Series
MP3 Player Recorder
Owner’s Manual
8100 MP3 Player/Recorder
8101 MP3 Player/Recorder with headphone
8104 Portable Learning Center MP3 Player/Recorder with
4 headphones, jackbox and carry case
8100 MP3
Player/Recorder
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for choosing the Califone® (8100) MP3 Player/Recorder. The 8100 was designed to provide educators and students with a compact and portable solutionforplayingaudiofiles(MP3,WMV&WAVformats), listening to recorded books, lessons and music. It can alsorecordpodcastsandtrackvocalresponses,which is useful for applications such as language learning. Built to promote safe listening practices and limit noise-induced hearing loss, the 8100 features Sentinel Technology™ which maximizes the output volume level to a safe 85dB (recommended by the American Speech&HearingAssociation).
I encourageyoutovisitour websiteandregisteryour 8100foritswarrantycoverage,andwhilethereplease learn more about the complete line of Califone audio visualproductsincluding:Portableandinstalledwireless PAsystems,multi-mediaplayers&recorders,headphones and headsets, language learning,computerperipheral equipmentandvisualpresentationproducts.
Sincerely,
RoscoeAnthony
President,Califone®International,
Introduction
The8100offersaneasy-to-usemenuinterfacewhichispacked with features and simple to navigate. Its 512MB of internal flashmemorycanstoreupto36hoursofmusic,audiobooks or vocal recordings.With its built-in MMC/SD-card slot it can accommodate up to 2GB of added memory, for up to 500 additional songs or 72 hours of additional material. Up to 18 hoursofaudiocanberecordedandstoredontheinternalflash memoryusingthebuilt-inmic.
Using the included USB cable, simply connect the 8100 with your Windows or Macintosh computer. Once connected, just drag and drop the specified tracks into the 8100 and you’re readytoplay,listenandlearn.
Although the 8100 is simple to operate, please read through this guide to familiarize yourself with its features and design, andgetthemostoutofyournewMP3Player/Recorder.
Note: The number of audio files / playback time depends on fileformatandbitrate.Commonbitratesforaudiofilesrange from 32 – 192kbps. Lower bit rates (32-64kbps) are typically used for spoken word and audio books. Here are typical bit rates and the amount of material that can be stored on the internalflashmemoryusingthesebitrates:
32kbps … 36 hours of material 128kbps … 9 hours of material 192kbps … 6 hours of material
Note: The8101and8104modelscomeequippedexclusively with fully adjustable Califone® 8100-HP headphones. These stereounitsfeatureprotectiveon-earambientnoise-reducing earcupstohelpblockoutexternalsounds,whichreducesthe needtoincreasethevolumeandalsohelpstokeepstudentson task. The headphones are made with rugged ABS plastic for durability.Ifmodel8100hasbeenpurchased,visitcalifone.com to learn more about the full line of high fidelity stereo headphones which are recommended for use with the Califone MP3Player/Recorder.
Warranty Coverage
ThewarrantyfortheCalifoneMP3Player/Recorderspecifically covers use in schools, churches and early childhood daycare centers, unlike consumer electronic products. It is built to the samestandardsastherestofourproductswhichteachersand otherpresentersrelyondayinanddayout.Califonewarrants thisproducttobefreefromdefectivematerialandworkmanship for one year from the purchase date. Our“Project Intercept” Customer Satisfaction program will replace defective parts andrepairmalfunctioningproductsunderthiswarrantywhen thedefectoccursundernormalinstallationanduse,provided the unit is returned to our factory via prepaid transportation onlyafterthefactoryissuesanRA(ReturnAuthorization)number whichmustbeclearlywrittenontheoutsideofthebox.
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Returning your unit for service or repairs
Should your unit require service, first contact your dealer or our Customer Service Department at (800) 722-0500 or by emailwarranty@califone.comtoobtainaReturnAuthorization (RA) number. All shipments to Califone must include an RA numberonthecartonandmustshippedprepaid.C.O.D.shipments willberefusedandreturnedatyourcost.
Unpacking your MP3 Player/Recorder
Checkunitcarefullyfordamagethatmayhaveoccurredduring transit. Each 8100 is carefully inspected at Califone prior to shippingandpackedinaspecialcartonforsafetransport.
All Damage Claims Must be made with the Freight Carrier
Notifythefreightcarrierimmediatelyifyouobserveanydamage theshippingcartonorproduct.Repacktheunitinthecarton and await inspection by the carrier’s claim agent. Notify your dealerofthependingfreightclaim.
Contents
8100 Contents
Player only, does not come with a headphone
•8100MP3Player/Recorder
•USBCable
•Usermanual
8101 Contents
•8100MP3Player/Recorder
•One8100-HPstereoheadphone
•USBCable
•Usermanual
8104 Contents
•8100MP3Player/Recorder
•4sets8100-HPstereoheadphones
•3.5mmpatchcable
•1114AV-PSstereojackbox
•USBCable
•Usermanual
•Carryingcase
8100 Features
•Integratedmicrophonetorecordvoicefiles(WAV) andforrecordingpodcasts
•Dual3.5mmheadphonejacksfortwolistenersor morewithanattachedjackbox
•SentinelTechnology™restrictsvolumetomaximum levelof85dBtoprotecthearinglevels
•CapableofplayingWindowsMediaPlaysForSure®audiofile typesincludingMP3,WMAandWAVformatfiles
•Auto-repeatloopingfunction
•Easytooperateuserinterface
•Backlitdisplay
•IntegratedSD/MMCmemorycardslot
•Built-inrechargeablelithium-polymerbattery (16hourruntimeonasinglecharge)
•Built-infour-positionEQ
•Automaticchargingwhenconnectedtoacomputer withitsUSBcable(orDCpowersupply)
•Califone8100-HPheadphones(8101and8104packagesonly)
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16. Hold switch
Sliding this switch to the ON (down) position will disable all button functionality. If a button is pressed while the Hold switch is engaged a HOLD message (depicted by a Lock icon), will appear momentarily in the display, and no action will be taken. If the Hold switch is engaged while attempting to power on the unit, the Califone logo will display, followed by the HOLD message, and the unit will power off.
15. A-B Loop button
The A-B Loop button is used to play a selected section of a track repeatedly. Pressing the A-B Loop button once will mark the start point of the section. An “A-“ will appear in the display. Pressing the A-B Loop button a second time will
mark the end of the selection. “A-B” will appear in the display, and the selected section will begin looping.
To cancel loop playback, press the OK button (5).
NOTE: If you have selected a start point for a loop but have not selected an end point before the end of the current track, the loop function will reset and the “A-“ will no longer be displayed.
14. Record button
Pressing the record button immediately places the 8100 into record mode, using the built-in microphone (2). Pressing the Record button again during recording pauses the recording until the Record
button is pressed again. To complete a recording, press the OK button (5).
13. Volume Up
Pressing this button raises the playback volume level up to a maximum safe listening level of 85dB with the Sentinel Technology™ feature engaged. (The 8100 arrives from the factory with Sentinel Technology™ feature “enabled”, but can be disabled for specific situations from the “Settings” Menu /Max Volume Limit.) The Volume Up button is active during playback even if the playback screen is not displayed.
12. Previous Track
Pressing this button during playback selects the previous track in the current track list, and begins playing that track from the beginning. If the currently selected track is the first, the last track is selected.
11. DC In jack
Connect an external power supply to this jack (not supplied).
10. Play/Pause
Pressing the Play/Pause button begins playback of the currently
selected track. Pressing the Play/Pause button during playback
pauses playback until the Play/Pause button is pressed again.
Controls and Connectors
IMPORTANT:
The 8100 will only accept a 5VDC power supply providing up to 700mA of current.
Connecting a power supply of larger than 5VDC or 700mA will damage your unit and void
your warranty.
1. Headphone outputs
Connect one or two 3.5mm headphone connectors to one or both of these outputs. Volume level to both outputs is controlled by the Volume Up (13) and Volume Down (9) buttons.
2. Microphone
Use this built-in microphone to record student podcasts, vocal responses or other audio sources. This feature can be useful for tracking language learning and student assessments.
3. Display
The LCD screen displays the menu functions and operational messages. During playback, the screen displays the current track status, including track number, total tracks, track time, current position and playback status, as well as volume level, battery charge status and the current playback source (internal memory
or external memory card).
4. Menu button
Pressing the Menu button displays the Main Menu. For specific information on Menu functions please refer to the Menu Screen section of this user guide.
5. OK button
In playback mode, pressing the OK button will stop playback. In Menu mode, the OK button is used to confirm a Menu selection.
6. Next Track
Pressing this button during playback selects the next track in the current track list, and begins playing that track from the beginning. If the currently selected track is the last, the
first track is selected.
7.USB Connector
Connect the included USB cable to the mini-USB port on the unit, connecting the other end to your host computer. In addition to transferring tracks to and from your computer, the 8100’s internal battery will charge via the USB connection (fully recharged in 5 hours).
8.SD/MMC Card Slot
This slot will accommodate an SD or MMC memory card of up to 2GB. Cards larger than 2GB are not supported.
9. Volume Down
Pressing this button lowers the playback volume level. This button is active during playback even if the playback screen
is not displayed.
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8100 Main Screen
At the top of the Main Screen
you will note several icons which indicate current settings on the 8100.
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Track Title |
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Battery Icon |
Subject Artist |
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Playback Status |
Playing Time |
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Track Time |
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Track Time |
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Volume Icon Shows the current volume level
Memory Indicator Shows whether the current track is being
played from internal memory or SD card.
Repeat Indicator The arrow indicates that playback is set to Repeat All mode.
A“1”next to the arrow indicates RepeatTrack mode.
Shuffle Indicator An“S”indicates shuffle mode.
EQ |
If an EQ setting is selected, it is indicated here |
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Battery |
Shows the battery’s current charge status. |
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