CALIFONE S1216-USB Stereo USB Jackbox Owner’s Manual
- June 17, 2024
- CALIFONE
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S1216-USB Stereo USB Jack box
Owner’s Manual
S1216-USB Stereo USB Jack box
1216-USB
Owner’s Manual
Stereo USB Jack box with 6 headphone outputs
and 6 microphone inputs
1216-USB Owner’s Manual
A NOTE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Thank you for purchasing this Califon® stereo jack box.
I encourage you to visit our website
(www.califone.com) to register your product for
warranty coverage and to learn more about the complete line of Califon audio-
visual equipment including language learning equipment, wired and wireless
headphones, media players, wireless PA equipment and installed sound
amplification systems.
Inspecting & Unpacking
Although the shipping carton and packaging materials are designed to prevent
damage during shipment, you should inspect the carton for any signs for
mishandling or damage immediately upon receiving your new unit. Carefully lift
the unit from the carton and inspect it for any signs of damage. Save all
packaging materials for possible later use.
Note:
Any shipping damage or loss claims must be submitted to the freight agent.
Package Contents
Your carton and packaging should contain the following:
- Jack box with attached USB cord
- 6V power adapter
- This Owner’s Manual
Initial Set-Up
- Unlike conventional jack boxes, the 1216-USB must have power connected in order to function. The power connector is located at the rear of the jack box unit. Plug the included power adapter into the USB jack box.
- Plug the adapter into a standard 120 volt 50-60Hz AC outlet. Be sure the plug blades are fully inserted. Since there is no on/off switch on the unit, it is “on” once it is plugged in.
Connecting to a computer via USB
- The jackbox is designed to work with a computer and plug in via a USB connector. Plug the USB cable on the jackbox into your PC. The PC may come up with a message stating that it recognizes a new audio device is connected. If you are running Windows 98 or earlier, the PC may not be able to recognize the USB device immediately. You may have to download drivers from Microsoft or the maker of your operating system.
- In Windows XP, you can set the Jackbox to be the default audio output device and input device. To do this, open the “Sounds and Audio Devices” control panel. Click the “Audio” tab. Under “Sound Playback” select the device “C-Media USB Headphone Set”. Under “Sound recording” select the “C-Media USB Headphone Set” as the default device. Once this is complete, click the “OK” button. You should now hear computer audio through the headphones connected to the jackbox. Also, any audio recording software will record the sound from the microphones plugged into the jackbox.
- For other operating systems or for further setup details, please see your operating system documentation.
Connecting Headsets or Microphones
You may connect up to 6 headphones to the green headphone outputs (top row) of
the jackbox. The volume of the headphones is controlled by the green headphone
volume knob on the top of the jackbox. For users to have individual control
over volume levels for each headphone, it is suggested to use headphones with
built-in volume controls.
You may connect up to 6 microphone inputs to the jackbox. The volume input for
the microphones is controlled by the microphone volume knob on the top of the
jackbox. The pink microphone inputs (bottom row of jackbox) should be heard
through any headphones plugged in.
“Make sure the volume is turned up in the sound card volume control window in
the computer in order to hear through the headphones what is being said into
the microphones.”
SERVICE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
In the event that service should become necessary for any reason, contact the dealer from whom you purchased this unit. The service or repairs can be done promptly and efficiently by your Califone dealer. If you wish assistance from the factory, contact us:
- Click through our website at www.califone.com/techsupport.php
- Call us toll free in the United States 800.722.0500/ direct 818.407.2428
- Write us:
Attention: Customer Service
Califone International Inc.
1145 Arroyo Ave. Suite #A, San Fernando, CA 91340
Be sure to have the model and serial number available. Please DO NOT SHIP ANY
UNIT TO THE FACTORY WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION AND INSTRUCTIONS FROM
CALIFONE.
SPECIFICATIONS
Number of Listening Positions
Number of Microphone Inputs
Headphone Volume Control
Microphone Volume Control
USB Cord| 6
6
1 master control for all headphones
1 master control for all microphones
Permanently attached 6’ cord
w/Series-A USB connector
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Enclosure:
Power Supply
Dimensions (WxHxD)
Weight| ABS Plastic for durability and safety
AC 120V – 60Hz (6V Adapter included)
5”W x 2”H x 3.25”D
1 lb.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| PROBLEMS | ITEMS TO CHECK |
|---|
General
The unit does not operate.| Is the USB cord unplugged?
Did the PC operating
system recognize the new USB device?
No sound output to the headphones| Is the device operational (see above)?
Is the device selected as the computer’s Audio output device?
Is the headphone volume knob turned up?
Turn up audio in computer.
No sound from microphones| Is the device operational (see above)?
Is the device selected as the computer’s audio input device?
Is the microphone volume knob turned up?
Sound is unclear or distorted.| Is the power adapter plugged in to the wall
and the jackbox and providing power?
Califone® International Inc.
1145 Arroyo Avenue, # A
San Fernando, CA 91340 USA
Toll Free 800.722.0500
Toll Free Fax 877.402.2248
International Customers call
818.407.2400 or
Fax 818.407.2405
califone.com
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