San Fernando, Calif. (Jan. 19, 2010) – Bringing new technology to classroom multimedia players, Califone International, Inc., launches the Spirit SD Multimedia Player/Recorder (1886). The unit’s built-in SD card slot and USB port allow the Spirit SD to work with the latest digital file formats, providing educators with the technology they need to play pre-recorded instructional resources, stories and music for the whole class.

Research illustrates that creating an audio-rich environment is essential to helping students develop key literacy skills. The durable Spirit SD (1886) is designed for use during music and movement activities, story time, language acquisition lessons, foreign language instruction, and more – all opportunities for students to master the critical literacy skills they need for success in the 21st century.

“As an upgrade to our popular Spirit Multimedia Player/Recorder, the Spirit SD is ideal for both outdoor and indoor activities,” said Tim Ridgway, VP of marketing, Califone. “Educators have shared they appreciate how flexible the unit is for use in classroom learning centers for independent study, with small groups and for whole class learning. The Spirit SD model also is an essential part of many ELL classes.”

The Spirit SD allows students to record responses and projects with a built-in microphone, helping educators to monitor student progress and to create audio-filled lessons that engage students. Built for high-use environments with shatterproof ABS plastic for durability and safety, the Spirit SD features a teacher-tested CD player, cassette recorder/player and an AM/FM radio.

This unit is available as a stand-alone multimedia player/recorder, or as part of a four or six-person learning center, which includes a foam-lined storage case, the Califone Stereo Jackbox (1210AVPS) for group learning, and four or six Califone Switchable Stereo/Mono Headphones (3068AV).

More Information

The Spirit SD Multimedia Player/Recorder is available for $149. To order, contact a Califone dealer. For more information on the full line of Califone products designed for the education market, and safe for school and library use, call 1-800-722-0500, or visit www.califone.com to view and download the entire Califone catalog.

About Califone

Califone was founded in 1947 and continues to be a leader in the design, development and manufacturing of audiovisual and supplemental curriculum products for use in education, presentation and professional markets. The company offers a complete line of audio solutions, wireless systems and multimedia products for small, medium and large presentation needs. Califone serves millions of educators and children in the PreK through higher education school environments and has expanded to serve business and industry, houses of worship, parks and recreation, and other presentation markets as well.

Contacts

Califone^®, Inc.
Tim Ridgway
800-722-0500 ext. 428
timr at califone dot com
www.califone.com

C. Blohm & Associates, Inc.
Charlene Blohm
608-839-9800
charlene at cblohm dot com
www.cblohm.com

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