Califone understands that the proper utilization of audio technology can assist classroom learning and student comprehension.
Acknowledged research validates the use of enhanced sound field amplification in learning areas. The Infrared Classroom Audio System delivers all of the benefits of sound field amplification with greater audio coverage & reception with dual ceiling sensors to expand the coverage area and avoids “drop out” of the signals. Two wireless mics ensure the teacher and students will be heard by everyone in addition to amplifying audio played from computers and other sources. It can also connect with secondary systems (such as an assistive listening system) as well as announcements made from the school's main office.
The Califone Infrared Classroom Audio Systems will help:
Improve academic achievement
Increase on-task behavior
Increase attention to verbal instruction
Improve comprehension for English Language Learners
Improve ease of listening and teaching
Reduce vocal strain and fatigue on teachers
Works with PC/MAC teleconferencing systems such as Microsoft® Netmeeting so the entire class can participate in distance learning applications
The benefits of the Infrared Classroom Audio System are enhanced by its use of “array” speakers. Array speakers are most commonly seen at concerts and they deliver several advantages of being used in the classroom:
Array speakers target a tighter sound pattern directly at the audience with a narrower projection pattern. (A wider pattern bounces the sound off the walls and windows, which adds additional disruptive background noise to the very environment the system was installed to overcome.)
Array speakers distribute the sound more evenly so the volume levels are the same at the front & rear of the room.
“We like the Installed Infrared Audio System because it helps all the students hear the teacher.” Margo Fox AV Tech Kennewick School District Kennewick, WA
A: The PADM-510 features a ¼” plug and the PADM-515 features a XLR plug. The Infrared Classroom Audio Systems (PA-IRSYS, PAIRSYS-B, PAIRSYSCS, PAIRSYSBCS) can accommodate two wired microphones since all of them feature one ¼” microphone jack and one XLR microphone jack. Both PADM-510 and PADM-515 are compatible with the Infrared Classroom Audio Systems. If two wired microphones were to be used simultaneously, one needs to be PADM-510 and the other needs to be PADM-515.
A: The level control knob that’s found in the storage cabinet of the Infrared Classroom Audio System near the paging input function controls the signal level received from an existing paging system that the audio system connects to.
A: No. The Q319 handheld wireless microphone has a built-in transmitter with 16 frequency channels and is designed for use with speakers that have a built-in receiver. The wireless microphone that is included with the PA-IRSYS infrared classroom audio system is infrared and functions within a 40’ line of sight transmission range from the included infrared sensors.
A: Yes, the headset mic that comes with the Installed Infrared Audio System can be interchanged with one of the other hands-free microphones however we recommend that this system be used with the headset mic as it has the best impedance and may have the least amount of feedback.
A: Yes. The newly designed console of the Infrared Audio System includes a local volume control, allowing teachers to determine the volume of the office announcement being played in the classroom.
A: Yes. The Infrared Classroom Audio System features a ¼” Line Out which outputs the audio from the entire Infrared Classroom Audio System, and can be connected to a secondary assistive listening system, additional speakers, or to a media player for recording purpose. Read more about other upgrades to the Infrared System.
A: A total of four microphones can be used with the Infrared Classroom Audio System simultaneously. The Infrared Classroom Audio System is equipped with one wireless handheld microphone (2.85 MHz frequency) and one hands-free headset microphone along with a beltpack transmitter (2.35 MHz frequency). In addition, it has two microphone jacks (one XLR and one ¼”) enabling users to use up to two wired microphones. Read more about other upgrades to the Infrared System.
A: Yes. Both of the wireless handheld microphone and the beltpack transmitter can be recharged by simply place them on the included charging stations; they will be recharged without needing to turn the main system on. Read more about other upgrades to the Infrared System.
A: Yes. The Infrared Classroom Audio System is equipped with two Aux Ins: one 3.5mm and one RCA enabling users to connect with a MP3 player, CD player, VCR, computer, DVD player, or other multimedia players. It is also equipped with teleconferencing abilities which you can read more about by clicking here.
A: For your convenience, the output volume of the headset microphone can be controlled from two different locations. One way to adjust it is from the volume control on the beltpack transmitter, the other way is through the system’s “Teacher Mic” volume control knob.
A: The two array speakers included in the PA-IRSYS Infrared Classroom Audio System are the non-powered version array speakers PI30-SP. We offer one additional Infrared Classroom Audio System, PA-IRSYSB, which comes with two additional powered array speakers PI30-PS for usages in the larger rooms.
You can also use the new Ceiling speakers
A: The transmission range between the transmitter and the IR receivers of the Infrared Classroom Audio Systems is 40’ which is ample for a typical classroom.
