The key to listening centers is the jackbox, the distribution point to the headphones. Califone gives more attention to this stereo jackbox with silver-plated contact points for a solid connection and moisture resistance, individual volume controls, rugged ABS plastic housing for durability, 1/4”and 3.5mm plugs.
“For connecting multiple headphones to computers, stereos, CD players. All you have to do is to plug the earphone into the jackbox and then plug the jackbox into your audio source. Volume controls are included on the jackbox. This device comes in handy for several students playing a video game or for a group of students working on a project on one computer.” The Gadget Girls Media Review powertolearn.com, 9/25/03
A: The 1218AVPY jackbox is monaural and is not compatible with laptops or desktop computers since those are stereo. The 1210AVPS is a stereo jackbox that comes with two different plugs and will function with a computer without the need for an adapter. For computer use, another jackbox that is compatible is the USB jackbox that allows up to 6 students to be on a single computer at the same time, which is ideal for podcasting and computer-based learning.
A: It is possible but not recommended. A stereo jackbox daisy-chained to a monaural jackbox that is connected to a cassette player/recorder will result in only monaural sound, one signal, being emitted by headphones plugged into both jackboxes as long as they are monaural headphones. A monaural jackbox daisy-chained to a stereo jackbox connected to a personal or multimedia player will result in stereo sound coming out of stereo headphones connected to the stereo jackbox while only monaural sound will be heard out of the monaural jackbox if monaural headphones are used. Keep in mind that if stereo, not monaural, headphones are used with a monaural jackbox, sound will only come out of one ear.
A: The 1218AVPY is an 8-position monaural jackbox that is compatible with cassette player/recorders, which are monaural-based players, and not stereo players as the sound would only come out of one earcup. A stereo jackbox should only be used for stereo sources and monaural jackbox for monaural sources. Connect a 10-position stereo jackbox to your boombox for better sound quality.
A: Most stereo media players feature 3.5mm headphone jacks for connections with headphones or jackboxes, others feature ¼” headphone jacks. Our Stereo Jackbox 1210 AVPS comes with both 3.5mm and ¼” plugs to ensure compatibility with various stereo media players.
A: Yes. The 4-position, such as the 1214AVPS-01 and 6-position stereo listening centers have been expanded to accommodate more students and now include the 1210AVPS jackbox. The 8-position stereo listening center also includes a ten-position jackbox.
A: The 1214AVPY, though now discontinued, is a monaural jackbox that is best used with monaural headphones in the 2924AV series or the 3068AV switchable mono/stereo headphone as well as with cassette player/recorders. Monaural products are not compatible with stereo applications as the sound will only come out of one ear. A stereo jackbox or mini stereo jackbox is compatible with a CD player and other media players as it too is a stereo unit and provides stereo surround sound. The 2924AVPS stereo headphones can be used with this jackbox to ensure that audio comes out of both earcups. Click here to find out the differences between stereo and monaural audio equipment.
A: A plug connects the jackbox to the media source such as a media player. A jack is the receptacle for the plugs (ie what you connect your headphone to the jackbox with).
A: The Mini Stereo Jackboxes 1114 series offer 3.5mm jacks, and it includes a detachable cable with a 3.5mm plug for connecting to a media player. The regular size Stereo Jackbox 1210AVPS offers ¼” jacks and both ¼” and 3.5mm plugs. It also features an additional 3.5mm jack on the side for daisy chaining purpose, which allows you to keep all 10 jacks on each jackbox for headphones when it’s necessary to daisy chain multiple jackboxes.
A: All Califone 4-position mini stereo jackboxes and the full sized series jackboxes have 3.5mm mini plugs that can be plugged into any MP3 player with a 3.5mm headphone jack. If you want multiple students to listen to audio from a computer through a jackbox, the USB Jackbox features a USB plug (instead of a 3.5mm or 1/4" plug) to connect with a computer as well as mic ports to capture student responses.
