8101TS Pre-loaded MP3 Player Recorder with Early Childhood Songs

The ability to download and/or create audio files has made podcasting a revolutionary step in education. From assisting beginning readers with early fluency to ESL students with group listening of an audio book, students are able to participate in new ways that inspire learning. The Califone MP3 player is ideal for nurturing active language learning & reading skills, ELL, ELD applications and listening to recorded books and music.

For these new readers, Califone has collaborated with Twin Sisters Productions (the leader in children's educational music) to pre-load four of their best-selling CDs* onto its MP3 player. The albums were selected by a nationally certified teacher/trainer and cover a broad range of material.

With the built-in microphone on the MP3 player, teachers can readily create differentiated material for each student, who can practice and make their own recordings for a permanent record or for publishing via a podcast. Podcasting is 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. A rapidly increasing number of teachers and students have been actively using 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 first 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 TechnologyTM to restrict the volume playback to the ASHA recommended level of 85dB when used with its 8100-HP headphone. Dual headphone jacks enable multiple students in class, or a teacher or parent.

Key Features:

• Dual 3.5mm jacks connect two headphones
• Built-in mic can't get lost
• Right angle plug resists accidental pull-out
• Bright LCD screen
• Ambient noise-reducing ear cups
• USB connector transfers tracks to computer
• 512MB internal memory
• External casing made with rugged ABS plastic for safety
• Max. playback volume level of 85dB with its 8100-HP headphones

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. Playback: Up 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 ear cups, 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