How to Use the Califone Cardmaster Reader

The Califone Cardmaster is an educational device for children in elementary schools, bilingual reading programs, and English as a Second Language (ESL) and adult education programs. The device translates encoded magnetic cards containing words, sentences and passages into audio signals so the listener can hear what is present in the reading material. The magnetic cards are only usable by the Califone Cardmaster device and you can't record or create your own cards. The Califone Cardmaster device is available at educational supply stores as well as online.

Things You'll Need

• 4 "C" batteries (optional)

Instructions

Setting Up the Califone Cardmaster

1. Place the Califone Cardmaster on a flat surface close to an electrical outlet.

2. Plug in the card reader's round power cord into the DC jack on the right side of the unit. Plug the other end of the power cord into the electrical outlet.

3. Remove the battery door on the back of the unit. Place four "C" batteries in the unit according to the diagram on the battery door.

   Note, if you are using the power cord with the card reader, battery power will not be used.

Using the Califone Cardmaster

1. Take the encoded card you want to play and turn the magnetic strip facing down and toward you.

2. Insert the card into the right side of the slot on the back of the Califone Cardmaster. Make sure the card is level and seated on the bottom of the slot.

3. Slide the card gently to the center of the unit to activate the reader. The card will start moving automatically and you will hear the information on the card.

4. Slide the volume control switch on the top of the unit to the right to increase the sound.

Tips & Warnings

• The Califone Cardmaster can also be used with a set of headphones containing a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) jack.

References

• Califone: Manual -- Califone

Resources

• Califone: Califone - Supplemental Reading & Writing