Make sure no playback in class? Other than cutting a plug off some headphones is there a setting to turn off the playback to avoid it playing during class?
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I use it in lectures all the time and the mute button has never failed me. Even if you accidentally tap on words that are associated with recordings, the pen will not make noise unless you specifically hit the unmute button (which is on the bottom right of the page and virtually impossible to hit accidentally).
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You could mute the sound on the pen. Just be careful of where you are writing and try to avoid tapping places where it was recording while you were writing. Muting the sound does not affect the pen's recording ability.
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Hi.On mine, when I plug in headphones, the sound switches from the speakers to the headphones. With headphones plugged in, you can listen to music without disturbing anyone else.
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I know this is an old post, but thought I would add my two cents. I had the same issue. My computer showed that the item was recorded. I could see the levels on the speakers indicating the track was being played but still had no sound. I tried just unplugging the headphones from the Ion Tape Express per an earlier suggestion, but that didn't work either. I then unplugged the Ion from the computer, and bam! I had I sound. I think as long as the Ion is still connected via USB it is using that for playback. Once you unplug the USB it will play through computer. Hope that helps. I just transferred a track from a home recording that a friend and I did 22 years ago and it came out great! I know this is an old post, but thought I would add my two cents. I had the same issue. My computer showed that the item was recorded. I could see the levels on the speakers indicating the track was being played but still had no sound. I tried just unplugging the headphones from the Ion Tape Express per an earlier suggestion, but that didn't work either. I then unplugged the Ion from the computer, and bam! I had I sound. I think as long as the Ion is still connected via USB it is using that for playback. Once you unplug the USB it will play through computer. Hope that helps. I just... » Read More I know this is an old post, but thought I would add my two cents. I had the same issue. My computer showed that the item was recorded. I could see the levels on the speakers indicating the track was being played but still had no sound. I tried just unplugging the headphones from the Ion Tape Express per an earlier suggestion, but that didn't work either. I then unplugged the Ion from the computer, and bam! I had I sound. I think as long as the Ion is still connected via USB it is using that for playback. Once you unplug the USB it will play through computer. Hope that helps. I just transferred a track from a home recording that a friend and I did 22 years ago and it came out great! « Show Less
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Lol. That happened to me too. You need to plug in both the usb cable and speaker/headphone cable into the laptop for it to work. Additionally there's a volume control button on the cord itself. If you think that it's playing too softly, that's because the volume is not turned up all the way. Trust me it plays pretty loud for such small speakers.
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i feel that it may be ok for class work,i have found it not good for recording music.i suggest --pay another 20.00 and get a good one.
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You can turn off the music, but it keeps talking/playing for about 10 seconds (annoying!)
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Without music, they just kind of muffle the sound, but with music they work pretty good. I use them in class a lot to block out the chit-chat and mouse clicking and other nonsense. They also do well with not letting sound escape, so don't worry too much about turning them up a little extra.
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Yes, if you hit stop once or hit pause. Then turn off. I have had no problems with this player.
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Make sure you set your sound source to Line. Otherwise it won't play out the speakers.
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i feel that it may be ok for class work,i have found it not good for record ing music. i suggest --pay another 20.00 and get a good one.
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I used this in my classroom for small groups. Students can plug their headphones into iPods, CD players, etc and all can hear the same thing. Early on, we had issues with not very one agreeing to the same volume, but they quickly got over it. I'm not sure about the wireless headphones, but maybe?
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Mine does not work without being pulled into the device as well. Also, the volume is so low I don't even use it, and trust me I don't like things really loud. I just need enough volume to play in a classroom. I feel a bit like I got stuck on this one. However, it is not worth the cost of returning it. Sorry I can't be of more help. Julie N.
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There's no need to do so. You can turn off the stereo on stop you computer's music player. I also will unpaired the Bluetooth when I want to play through the computer speakers.Are you thinking of another form of "turning off?"
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You may have already done this but make sure the volume on the device you are playing (iPod or whatever)is at maximum level.Hope this helps.
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The unit has a battery saving device built in to it.If the unit does not detect sound play on the device it will turn itself off after awhile.Hope this helps
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Hi - Have you consulted the manual? If it did not come with a manual, you can always find one online. I have not heard of this problem before. When you try to play it out of the speakers, make sure you have the headphones removed from the jack. Also look for a master volume control.
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I do not see a way to turn the sound off. For in class timing I use my smart phone set on vibrate. This is a great timer in the kitchen.