People come in all shapes and sizes and when it comes to small children in particular, finding audio visual equipment that’s more tailored to their age and size can make a big difference in helping them focus better in school. Since younger students haven’t yet learned to block out unnecessary disturbances, they’re more susceptible to becoming distracted and therefore do not perform to the best of their abilities. In a classroom environment, it is crucial that they pay attention to the tasks at hand and follow along to audio books when applicable. (more…)

With a variety of options in the marketplace for portable sound equipment, it can sometimes be a bit overwhelming trying to pinpoint which portable speaker will be most suitable for your education needs. Two important considerations are the size of the venue and the size of your audience. (more…)

How long can I expect the battery in a PowerPro to last on a single charge?

All rechargeable batteries (whether in a computer, multimedia player, or elsewhere) first need to be properly charged before use and recharged after use according to the owner’s manual. For the PowerPro, the battery should be charged for at least 10 continuous hours before using it for the first time. Taking this step before its first use is the single most important thing that could be done to help the battery.

“Average” use of the PA (meaning the occassional use of one of the mics, off and on use of the CD or cassette player, and setting the volume output to mid-range) in a comfortable teperatre range, will give you 4-6 hours of use. If you drive the speaker harder than this (with volume at maximum, using both mics simultaneously, playing CDs continuously), it will reduce the usage time.

All batteries are effected by heat and high humidity. Using them in these conditions can also adversely effect the performance of the battery.

The National School Supply & Equipment Association held its annual School Equipment and Supply conference in Phoenix, Nov 18-20th and Califone took the opportunity to connect with its partner resellers while showcasing new and upcoming products for the school and library markets. (more…)