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LightSPEED Introduces the Virtually Unbreakable LightMic(TM) for Today's Classrooms.


TUALATIN, Ore. -- LightSPEED Technologies is pleased to announce the new LT71 LightMic(TM) available summer of 2006. This unique wireless microphone A wireless microphone, as the name implies, is a microphone without a physical cable connecting it directly to the sound recording or amplifying equipment with which it is associated.  is a hands-free, pendant-style microphone for the teacher, and a handheld pass-around microphone for the students. This lightweight (less than 4 ounces), compact infrared transmitter floods the room with an infrared signal that, when combined with a LightSPEED sensor, guarantees no dropouts -- even when the teacher is facing a whiteboard.

In addition to ensuring high quality sound and speech intelligibility Noun 1. speech intelligibility - the intelligibility of speech (usually measured in the presence of noise or distortion)
intelligibility - the quality of language that is comprehensible
, the new LightMic(TM) is virtually unbreakable and is designed to survive the many falls that tend to occur in a classroom environment. It comes with an industry leading five year warranty. If it breaks because of a drop, no problem. LightSPEED will repair or replace the LightMic for free.

The LightMic(TM) underwent thorough ergonomic ergonomic - Concerning ergonomics or exhibitting good ergonimics.  testing and is designed for the teacher and for students. The pendant-style microphone was created to fit both around the neck, and comfortably in a small hand. The LightMic(TM) can quickly detach de·tach
v.
1. To separate or unfasten; disconnect.

2. To remove from association or union with something.
 from the lanyard for use by a student. The switches were designed for ease of tactile identification, and avoiding accidental actuation ac·tu·ate  
tr.v. ac·tu·at·ed, ac·tu·at·ing, ac·tu·ates
1. To put into motion or action; activate: electrical relays that actuate the elevator's movements.

2.
.

Product Highlights for the New LT 71 LightMic(TM)

"LightSPEED was the first to develop this truly wireless pendant-style microphone and we continue to search for new ways to make our infrared microphones the best in the industry," says Shaun Fagan Shaun Fagan (born March 22, 1984 in Bellshill) is a Scottish footballer who is currently contracted to Irish club Galway United. A midfielder, he joined Galway in July 2007, having previously played for Motherwell and Stenhousemuir (on loan). , Product Manager. Following are the latest enhancements to the most popular classroom microphone.

Enhanced Durability: LightSPEED understands the rigors of the classroom. That is why we designed a new microphone that is practically indestructible in·de·struc·ti·ble  
adj.
Impossible to destroy: indestructible furniture; indestructible faith.



[Late Latin ind
. The LightMic(TM) has passed hundreds of drop tests on carpet, tile and concrete from heights ranging from 32 inches to 20 feet.

Improved Sound Quality: The microphone element is positioned further forward in the unit and there has been additional acoustical porting added to the case to further optimize both the overall sound quality and the gain before feedback. Those who have used other classroom amplification systems amplification system Physiology A generic term for any group of proteins that function in coordinated sequences, forming positive feedback loops for expanding the response to a low intensity signal
Amplification systems
Coagulation,
 will immediately be impressed with the quality and clarity of speech intelligibility produced by systems using the new LightMic(TM).

New Auxiliary Input: A second input was added to this microphone to accept a microphone level signal as well as a full line level signal, allowing the user to truly integrate with any audio source. Teachers can easily share music or recorded stories just by plugging an iPod(TM) or any other playback device directly into the microphone. An external microphone input is included for those teachers that prefer to use a headset Headphones combined with a microphone. Used in call centers and by people in telephone-intensive jobs, headsets provide the equivalent functionality of a telephone handset with hands-free operation. Many people use headsets at the computer so they can converse and type comfortably.  or lapel style microphone.

Cradle Charger CHARGER, Scotch law. He in whose favor a decree suspended is pronounced; vet a decree may be suspended before a charge is given on it. Ersk. Pr. L. Scot. 4, 3, 7. : Another new feature with this microphone is the ability to charge the unit from a cradle style charger. The specially designed charger can be connected either to an electrical outlet or by using the standard cables connected to the back of the amplifier.

Mute Function: A teacher occasionally needs to temporarily turn off the audio to the system for private conversations or individual teaching. The new LightMic adds the convenience of the mute function into a single on-off/mute switch. To mute the microphone, simply switch the power off. This simple two-position switch has no popping sound and saves battery life when switched off (muted).

LightSPEED Technologies is an audio engineering company dedicated to improving the learning environment for all students. In business since 1990, LightSPEED is the industry leader in Infrared Classroom Amplification Technology.

For more information visit the LightSPEED Technolgies website: http://www.lightspeed-tek.com or call 800-732-8999.
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