This article covers the what, why, and how of upgrading your Discovery Kit 7 microphones.
Contents
- What is a Discovery Kit 7?
- What's in the upgrade pack?
- What Bluetooth microphones are used?
- Ending Support of iPod Microphones
- Why are we ending support of the iPods?
- Upgrade Price
- Order an upgrade pack
- Pairing your Bluetooth Microphones
- Storing the Microphones
What is a Discovery Kit 7?
The Discovery Kit 7 consists of two iPads and two iPod touches. For more information please see here.
What's in the upgrade pack?
The upgrade packs consists of:
- 2 x Bluetooth microphones,
- 2 x holders
- 2 x charging cables
Blue microphone - to be worn by the presenter/teacher
Green microphone - to be placed on a table to capture audio from learners
What Bluetooth microphones are used?
For the full spec of the microphone we use, please see here.
The Bluetooth microphones supports multiple audio and remote controls - the same features that were enabled by using the iPod as a paired microphone. See this guide for more information.
Ending Support of iPod Microphones
We will be phasing out support for iPod microphones by Summer 2025. and removing the feature by the end of the year.
Why are we ending support of the iPods?
There are several reasons
1) The Discovery Kit 7 kits are between 3 and 6 years old and supporting these older technology devices is limiting our ability to enhance the Record app.
2) Apple no longer makes the iPod Touch so replacements are hard to source
3) After several years of use, the iPod Touch's battery life starts to degrade and can be an inconvenience to users when trying to record a longer lesson.
4) We have a easier and as effective solution that makes the recording experience more reliable and simple for users
Upgrade Price
£165
Order an upgrade pack
If you would like to place an order please send your PO to support@irisconnect.com including your delivery address and quantity ordered.
Pairing your Bluetooth Microphones
Once you have received your new microphones you will need to pair them. Make sure to pair the microphone with the blue sticker to the iPad blue and the green microphone to iPad green.
Please see here for the BT mic pairing and usage guide.
Storing the Microphones
The microphones can be stored in your existing Discovery Kit 7 box as shown below