Califone 8101 User Manual

MP3 Player/Recorder

Podcasts are a great way to expand learning beyond the
classroom or library, and at the same time actively engage
students in a new way through this accessible and exciting
new modality. Podcasts can help teachers introduce concepts,
review lessons, check student progress in language learning,
and supplement classroom curriculum. Podcasts are readily
available (for free) online from an expanding number and
variety of sources, where individual segments can be down­loaded or one can subscribe to a feed. An increasing number
of k-8 teachers and students have been actively using pod­casting in addition to high schools and universities, who were
early adapters of the technology.

Content applications for podcasting include: Art, for listening
to lectures and presentations from universities and museums
around the world; Language Arts, from assisting beginning
readers with early fluency to group listening of an audio book;
Math, to help reinforce new concepts; Music, downloading
has redefined how music is listened to; Science, for learning
about animals, astronomy, biology, and physics; Social
Studies, to learn about geography, the sounds of other
cultures and lots more.

Model 8101

Model 8102 (with two headphones)

Model 8104 (Listening Center with 4 headphones)

(with one headphone)

In addition to presenting information to students, podcasting
opens the door for student-created podcasts which can be
presented to classmates or shared online with students in
other countries (for virtual foreign exchange programs for
instance). Whether with MP3 players or group use through
our USB Jackbox, read how the Fairfax, Virginia school
district is using student podcasting.

Unlike consumer brands, the Califone MP3 player / recorder
is designed for the unique demands within schools by teachers
for students. From a safety perspective, it is the only MP3
player built with rugged ABS plastic so it can’t shatter into potentially sharp shards. Hearing preservation is also important, which is why we’ve
integrated Sentinel TechnologyTMto restrict the volume playback to the ASHA recommended level of 85dB when used with its 8100-HP headphone.
The 8100 is built with dual headphone jacks for multiple listeners and a microphone for podcasting. It is ideal for nurturing language learning & reading
skills, ELL, ELD applications and listening to recorded books and music.

Media Reviews

District Administration “... appropriate-sized device for students, light and

sturdy ABS plastic... and easy to use operating and
navigation buttons... safety is a big feature”

bring digital audio into the classroom.. (it) is perfect for
small hands with large control buttons as well as a pair
of headphone jacks for side-by-side listening. ”

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Scholastic “Bottom line: The Califone MP3 Player is an inexpensive way to

The K12 Geek “... a nice tech tool for podcasters... it is extremely functional”

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MP3 Player/Recorder

1. Dual 3.5mm jacks connect up to two
headphones at one time

2. Built-in mic records podcasts, vocal responses,
tracks student progress, is ideal for testing and
can’t get lost

3. Right angle plug resists accidental pull-out

4. Bright LCD screen displays the current track status,
track number, total tracks, track time and more

5. Ambient noise-reducing earcups for hearing
protection and help keep students on task

6. USB connector transfers tracks to computer and
while connected, fully recharges the internal
battery in 5 hours

7. Beefy 512MB internal memory and can
accommodate up to a 2GB SD card (not included)

8. External casing made with rugged ABS plastic for
safety and durability in high-use situations

9. Maximum playback volume level set to 85dB
when used with accompanying 8100-HP head­phones for hearing safety (meets American
Speech-Language and Hearing Assocation
recommendations for safety)

• One year warranty for school use - unlike MP3
players purchased from consumer electronics
stores whose product warranties are voided if
used in schools

“Project Intercept"

Please contact us immediately if you experience any
issues with your MP3 player. Our “Project Intercept"
customer service program will quickly repair or replace
items under warranty. Simply contact us via phone or
email [e-mail].

Visit our website at www.califone.com to learn more
about the complete line of Califone®audio products
including: Wireless & Installed Public Address
Systems, headphones & headsets, wireless and wired
group listening centers, MP3 and multimedia players and
computer peripheral products.

We are proud of he lp in g teachers enhance student
understanding and achievements since 1947, with your
satisfaction as our first priority.

The 8100 MP3 player/recorder carries a one-year warranty
& service support available through authorized dealers.

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Model 8104 (Listening Center with 4 headphones)

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Specifications

Internal Memory Flash 512MB, max. record up to 18 hours into mono

ADPCM WAV files (8kHz/8 bit). External Memory 2GB
(External Memory- MMC/SD-Card, not included).

Battery Integrated Rechargeable Battery (li-polymer), up to

16 hours of continuous playing time

LCD Display Display Type FSTN / POSITIVE; Display Size Active

Area 0.75” x 1.25”; 128 x 64 pixels; 1.52’’ diagonal,
backlit with white LED color

Playable Formats MP3, WMA, WAV, DRM (WMA-DRM9 version)
Voice Recording Built-in microphone records into ADPCM (WAV) format
Interfaces USB 2.0 (full speed) USB 1.1 compliant, USB plug type

30” cord with mini-USB plug, two 3.5mm headphone
jacks, DC 2.35mm dia. jack, 1 Memory SD / MMC card

Charging Options 1) USB ~3.5 hours = 80% charge; ~5 hours = full charge

2) DC ~ 2 hours = 80% charge; ~ 4 hours = full charge

Max. Vol. PlaybackUp to 85dB when used with the accompanying 8100-HP

headphone. Using other headphones with this function

enabled may not limit the output level to 85dB
Frequency Resp. 20 Hz ~ 20 KHz
Distortion T.H.D < 0.1% (maximum output)
Battery Capacity 3.7V Li-Ion Polymer (500mAh)
Firmware Upgradeable by USB interface
Supported Systems Win 98SE (with driver), Win ME / 2000 / XP, Mac OS X
Dimensions 4”L x 2.25”W x 1”H
Weight 8100 unit only - 3 ounces
Exterior Case Rugged ABS plastic for durability and safety

Headphone Ambient noise reducing earcups, 4’ cord, 3.5mm jack
Warranty 1 year from date of purchase; 6 months for headphone

Safety FCC & CE approved for use in schools, churches,

business and government facilities

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