Califone Headphones NC500TFC User Manual

Note about Safe Listening Practices  
Califone is proud to collaborate  
with the American Speech-Language-  
Hearing Association (ASHA) to promote  
the safe use of personal audio products  
in the classroom. These two guidelines  
will help students use audio  
Active Noise  
Canceling  
Headphone  
technology responsibly:  
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San Fernando, CA 91340 USA  
• Lower the volume  
• Limit listening time  
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Califone also recommends  
using headphones with ambient  
noise reducing earcups.  
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NC500TFC  
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User Manual  
 
December 2008  
Setup & Operation  
Adjusting the Headphone for Comfort  
To enable the active noise-canceling system on the NC500TFC, the batteries must be installed as follows:  
• Identify the left (L) and Right (R) designations located on each side of the headband. The headband  
adjusts for a comfortable fit by sliding the top and side of the headband apart as seen in the photo.  
• Place one hand on the top of the headband and the other hand on the side of the headband and  
pull in opposite directions to adjust the size of the headband, and then, place them on your head.  
• Now you can make minor adjustments to create a comfortable fit.  
• Batteries are located behind the battery compartment cover on the front of the left (L) ear cup.  
Identify the down arrow (picture) before attempting to open battery compartment. Do not  
attempt to open the right-side (R) ear cup.  
• To install the batteries, remove the battery compartment cover by pressing down lightly  
with both thumbs on the battery compartment cover, and then, gently slide the removable  
lid in the direction of the arrow.  
Note: Pulling down aggressively on the ear cups can damage the headphone. You may want to make several small  
adjustments to achieve a perfect fit. Always wear the headphones so the cable is positioned on your left.  
• Insert two (2) AAA batteries in accordance with the polarity symbol (+) or (-) marked in the  
battery compartment.  
• Replace the battery compartment cover with the down arrow on the bottom of the ear cup.  
Simultaneously press down lightly and slide the battery cap upwards to lock in place.  
• To enable the NC500TFC’s noise-canceling system, turn the power switch to the on position.  
Note that the power indicator LED should light green.  
Travel & Storage  
For protection during travel or storage, the headphone  
folds flat inside its hard shell protective carrying case.  
To store the headphones, do the following:  
Notes  
1. Identify the left (L) and Right (R) designations located  
on each side of the headband.  
2. Hold the headphones with two hands with the Left (L) ear  
cup in your left hand. You should be able to see the power  
indicator LED and the ON/OFF switch.  
3. Gently turn the ear cups away from you and in opposite directions to  
place the headphone in its protective carrying case. If the ear cups do not  
turn, stop immediately. Forcing the ear cups may cause them to break.  
4. Zip closed the carrying case to protect your headphone from damage.  
• The active noise-canceling system of the NC500TFC does not remove all ambient noise. It is only  
effective at reducing loudness of certain types of ambient sounds (typically in the bass frequencies).  
Also, some high frequency “whitenoise may be added when the noise-canceling system is active.  
• Although it varies by usage, battery life averages 35 hours. With the headphone’s noise-canceling  
turned on, the LED indicator will dim when approximately 30 minutes of battery life remains.  
• Rechargeable batteries can be used with the headphone; however, battery life may vary. In addition,  
the power indicator LED is not calibrated for rechargeable batteries, and therefore may not be a reliable  
indicator of battery output.  
• The in-line volume control has no effect on the noise canceling system.  
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Troubleshooting  
Complementary Products  
No Sound  
Noise Reduction Absent  
• Check the headphones to make  
sure the power is turned on  
• Replace the batteries  
• Check the connection of the headphones and the AV equipment  
• Check that the AV equipment is turned on  
• Turn up the volume of the headphones or the connected AV equipment  
MP3 Player  
Complementary Products  
The NC500TFC headphone can also be used with  
the Califone MP3 Player (the first model to feature  
dual headphone jacks, a built-in microphone for  
student podcasting, and restriction of the volume  
playback to 85dB).  
In addition to personal or small group sound fields in the  
classroom, teachers and administrators are also turning to the  
use of classroom-wide sound fields. Numerous studies verify the  
educational benefits of sound field amplification systems, including  
increased on-task behavior and student attention to oral instruction,  
improved comprehension among ELL students, and reduced  
vocal strain and fatigue for teachers.  
PA-IRSYS  
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As administrators strive to meet NCLB goals, they must also address  
groups with diverse needs such as ELL, ESL and students with special  
needs. Teachers need to convey audio information to students in all  
of these groups in a clear, concise manner.  
Recommended Jackbox  
for listening centers  
10-Position Stereo with  
individual volume controls  
The Classroom Infrared Audio System can help teachers teach and how
includes two array speakers for superior sound distribution (or an option
Array speakers (commonly seen at concerts) focus a narrow band of sou
of bouncing it off the walls in a random and confusing fashion. This enhanced sound projection improves the  
critical signal-to-noise ratio, therefore improving the clarity and intelligibility of the amplified audio. Also  
included are two wireless mics (one for the teacher and a hand held mic for shared student use), so all speakers in the class are  
assured of being heard, even when the system is connected for teleconferencing.  
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