Introducing the first multi-modal jackbox which is capable of recording verbal responses in addition to playing audio. When connecting up to six microphones, the jackbox transfers students' answers through its USB plug to the connected computer, where their answers can be stored and replayed from. The USB jackbox doubles the effectiveness of language learning with speech utilization, making it ideal for students of all ages as well as for multiple users on a VOIP call.
6-position for group use
Anti-slip skid pads underneath jackbox
Separate 3.5mm inputs for headphones and microphones
“Looking for hardware that could help tie together several technologies - such as microphones, headphones and computers - to create a learning center for the foreign language department and to help support the district's goal in encouraging students to use their critical thinking skills, we decided to purchase the USB Jackbox (1216USB) from Califone. The important part is that students are not noticing the technology, since it works seamlessly with the other parts of the learning center, allowing the students to concentrate on their lessons.” Aron Sterling School-Based Technology Specialist Fairfax County Public Schools Fairfax, Virginia
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: Yes. The USB Jackbox is compatible with all headphones and microphones featuring 3.5mm plugs. Click here to read how Aron Sterling, a School Based Technology Specialist of Fairfax County Public Schools in Fairfax, Virginia uses the USB Jackbox with headphones and microphones to create learning centers that help students develop critical thinking skills.
A: When using the USB Jackbox, the master volume of the headphones is controlled by the green knob on top of the jackbox. However, students can gain control of their individual headphone volume by using a headphone that has built-in volume control or a warning signal when it’s too high.
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 1216USB jackbox allows for up to six people to use it on a computer. It has six color-coded 3.5mm plugs for six microphones and six color-coded 3.5 mm inputs for six
A: To capture the audio for a group project, one way is to use the USB Jackbox. It is the first jackbox with a USB plug (to connect with computers) that can play audio and also record the group's audio input. This 6-position jackbox captures the audio inputs and transmits them to the computer, where they are placed into a single file. Schools and districts (such as Fairfax County Public Schools, Virginia) are using this equipment to assist students with foreign language learning and also ESL applications.
