In today’s schools, whether it is for freshmen to get familiar with the campus upon enrollment, for parents to visit the Open Day, or for international academic exchanges and laboratory teaching observations, efficient communication tools are indispensable. As a “good helper” that can liberate teachers and enhance the experience, the audio guide is no longer an optional device. However, the school setting is too unique – it is used by a large number of people, has diverse scenarios, and needs to be easy to manage. If the wrong choice is made, it will not only waste money but also cause trouble. Today, based on practical experience, I’ll talk to you about how to choose a suitable audio guide for your school and also share a practical product of the Yingmi wireless audio guide.
1.When schools choose audio guides, they need to figure out what they want
The use of audio guides in schools is different from that in scenic spots and enterprises. The core feature is that they are “easy to use, easy to manage and highly adaptable”. Specifically, the following requirements must be met:
1.Suitable for various scenarios in schools
The demand for explanations in schools is extremely diverse. A reliable audio guide device should be multi-functional: during campus tours, it should cover several locations such as teaching buildings, libraries, school history museums, and laboratories. It is best to be able to explain wherever you go without having a teacher follow you repeatedly. When conducting international academic exchanges, foreign experts may come from different countries. It is necessary to support multiple languages, and it should be convenient to switch between them. The sound quality should also be clear; otherwise, it will be troublesome if the professional content is transmitted wrongly. When observing laboratory teaching, students need to repeatedly listen to the key points of operation. The audio guide device must be able to play repeatedly and also be noise-resistant; otherwise, the sound of the equipment running will drown out the explanation and be of no use. When the school history museum showcases the school’s history, it should also be able to input exclusive explanatory notes to thoroughly explain the school’s characteristics and culture.
2.Easy to operate and comfortable to wear
The users of the audio guide include students, teachers, elderly alumni and guests. The operation should not be complicated. It is best to be able to use it as soon as you get it without having to read the manual for a long time. Moreover, many activities are held throughout the day, such as the orientation for new students and a full-day academic conference. The audio guide should be lightweight and not put pressure on the ears even after wearing it for a long time. The battery life also needs to keep up. It can’t run out of power in the middle and affect the progress of the activity.
3.It is convenient to manage and less prone to problems
The audio guides in schools are all public assets. After bulk purchase, management becomes a big challenge. First of all, it must be easy to recycle. If you can’t recycle a bunch of wires tangled together, it will be troublesome to count them. Secondly, there must be security guarantees, such as a reminder if someone forgets to return it to prevent loss. Besides, students may not take good care of things. The equipment needs to be sturdy and durable, capable of withstanding frequent use and storage.
4.It can meet personalized and international demands
Nowadays, schools all attach great importance to brand image. It would be best if the audio guide could be printed with the school’s logo and the prompt sound could also be customized in its own style. With the internationalization of education, multilingualism has become a necessity. It is not only necessary to support common languages such as English, Japanese, and French, but also to be able to expand according to the needs of schools. Moreover, the content of the explanation should be recorded by oneself, incorporating the school’s history, educational philosophy, and teaching features. It is much more practical than a general template.
II. Key Points for Choosing a audio guide
After clarifying the requirements, you will have a direction when making a selection. Focus on these five dimensions:
1.Stable signal and strong anti-interference ability
The campus is filled with mobile phone signals, WiFi signals, and the noisy sounds of students during breaks. The signal stability of the audio guide is extremely important. First of all, the coverage should be appropriate. It should not only precisely cover individual display cabinets but also large areas such as campus walkways, without any blind spots. Secondly, it must have strong anti-interference ability; otherwise, there will be crosstalk and stuttering during the explanation, and the experience will be very poor. Also, the positioning must be accurate. When reaching a certain point, the explanation for that point should be triggered immediately. There should be no wrong or missed explanations.
2.Light and comfortable, it doesn’t cause fatigue even after wearing for a long time
Whether they are students or guests, wearing heavy audio guides around the campus for a whole day is definitely unbearable. It is recommended to choose a lightweight product weighing around 20 grams. The body should be small and convenient to carry in a pocket. The preferred wearing method is the ear-hook style. The material should be skin-friendly, preferably imported silicone, which fits the curvature of the ear and won’t pinch the ear. It is comfortable to wear for a long time.
3.Long battery life and convenient charging
Most of the school activities are carried out in a concentrated manner, such as the freshmen registration week and the academic conference day. The audio guide needs to be able to last a whole day. The standby time is preferably no less than 10 hours, and the playback time is at least 7 hours, so there is no need to charge it in the middle. The charging method should also be convenient. It is best to have a centralized charging storage box that can charge dozens of devices simultaneously, which not only saves time but also facilitates management. Moreover, it should have intelligent charging protection to prevent overcharging from damaging the devices.
4.Easy to manage and practical in function
The demand for batch management must be taken seriously: it should have return reminder and anti-theft alarm functions to reduce equipment loss. Support the limit on the number of times a single voice segment can be played to prevent irrelevant personnel from playing it at will. The design of the storage box should be reasonable, capable of shockproof, protecting the equipment, and also allowing for the classification and storage of accessories, making the inventory clear at a glance. Functionally, it should be convenient to switch between multiple languages. It is best if the last selected language can be automatically saved, so there is no need to reset it upon startup. It also needs to support customization, such as prompt sounds, logos, and shell styles, to meet the personalized demands of schools.
5.Reliable quality and guaranteed after-sales service
When schools purchase equipment, the cost-effectiveness is not only determined by the price but also by the long-term usage cost. The product must have relevant certifications, such as CE and ROHS certifications, to ensure better quality. The body should be sturdy and durable, capable of withstanding frequent use. After-sales service is also crucial. In case of any problem with the equipment, it should be able to respond quickly, provide technical support, and it would be best if there is a lifetime warranty service. Only in this way can users feel at ease when using it.
III. Yingmi i7: A Practical Choice Tailored to Campus Scenarios
After discussing so many key points for selection, in fact, there is already a product on the market that meets all these requirements, and that is the YINGMI i7 ear-hook automatic audio guide system.
1.Scene adaptation: All kinds of needs of the school can be met
The most core advantage of the Yingmi i7 is that it “understands schools”. It adopts advanced RFID modulation technology, with extremely accurate positioning. The signal coverage range can be adjusted between 0.5 and 35 meters, allowing schools to flexibly set it according to the size of different points. For instance, in the school history museum, a signal transmitter is placed beside each display case. When visitors approach it, the explanation will automatically play without the need for manual operation. After setting up the designated spots on the campus walkway, freshmen can listen while walking around the campus without being guided by teachers throughout the journey.
It can store 9,999 explanatory notes. Schools can record exclusive content such as school history, teaching features, and laboratory operation norms. It also supports multiple audio formats including MP3, wma, and amr. Whether it’s academic materials or cultural introductions, it can easily carry them all. In terms of multilinguality, it has a dedicated multilingual sharing platform that supports multiple language expansions. It can also automatically save the last selected language and switch directly upon startup, making it convenient for foreign guests to use.
2.Wearing experience: Light and comfortable
The weight of the Yingmi i7 is only 20 grams. It has a compact body, measuring 70 millimeters in height, 24 millimeters in width and 12 millimeters in thickness. It takes up no space at all when put in a pocket. The ear-hanging part is made of imported silicone, which is particularly soft and can fit the curvature of different people’s ears. Even if you wear it all day long, you won’t feel any tightness. The operation is also particularly simple. There is a prompt sound when switching between multiple languages. Even older alumni or younger students can quickly get started with it.
The battery life is also very reliable. The battery capacity of the receiver is 280mAh, with a standby time of no less than 11 hours and a playback time of over 7 hours, which can fully meet the activity needs of the school throughout the day. The signal transmitter uses a 1000mAh lithium battery, which can last for 12 to 24 months on a single charge. There is no need to frequently replace the battery, saving a lot of trouble.
3.Convenient management
The Yingmi i7 is simply tailor-made for schools in terms of management. It has a return reminder and anti-theft alarm function. If students or guests forget to return it after use, the device will promptly remind them, significantly reducing the risk of loss. It can also limit the number of times a single voice segment can be played, preventing irrelevant personnel from using it at will, thus saving power and reducing equipment wear and tear.
The accompanying storage box is also particularly practical: The dedicated storage box has an all-aluminum alloy outer frame, with silicone grooves and sponge inside. It can hold 50 devices. The devices fit tightly inside, and will not be damaged by vibration during transportation or storage. It can also be used to categorize and store accessories such as charging cables, making it easy to count at a glance. The contact-type storage box is more convenient and can charge 36 devices simultaneously. It features a 220V input and a 5V-20A output. It also has an intelligent charging mode, which starts with pre-charging, then constant current, and finally constant voltage. This not only ensures fast charging but also protects the battery and extends its service life. Additionally, it can be optionally equipped with an ultraviolet disinfection function, making it particularly suitable for densely populated environments like campuses.
4.Quality and After-sales Service: Use with confidence and no worries
The quality of the Yingmi i7 is up to the test. It adopts 4GFSK signal modulation technology, which can effectively avoid interference sources such as mobile phones and WiFi. When explaining, the sound is clear and does not crosstalk. There is also a unique digital noise reduction technology that can filter out the noise on campus. Even on the lively Open Day, you can hear it clearly. The product has passed the international CE and ROHS certifications, and has also undergone dual standard tests in China and internationally, ensuring its quality.
Iv. Conclusion: What suits the school is the best
When choosing a school guide, there is no need to pursue “the more functions, the better” or “the more expensive, the better”. The key is “compatibility” – compatibility with the school’s scenarios, the needs of the users, and the management mode of the administrators. The reason why the Yingmi i7 has been recognized by so many universities is that it has achieved the ultimate in the aspects of “easy to use, easy to manage, comfortable and reliable”. Whether it is campus Tours, academic exchanges, teaching observations or cultural displays, it can be perfectly adapted.
Today, with education becoming increasingly open and campus activities becoming more diverse, a suitable audio guide can not only reduce the burden on teachers but also enhance the school’s external image, providing a better experience for both visitors and learners. If you are choosing a audio guide for your school or want to know more about the adaptation solutions, you can learn more about Yingmi. We can also provide customized suggestions based on the specific situation of your school.
FAQ
Q1: What is an audio guide and why does a school need one?
A1: An audio guide is a wireless device that provides automated commentary. Schools need it for campus tours, open days, international exchanges, and lab observations to improve efficiency and visitor experience.
Q2: What are the key requirements for a school audio guide?
A2: Key requirements include: suitability for diverse scenarios (tours, labs, museums), ease of use for all ages, comfortable long-term wear, easy bulk management, and support for multiple languages and custom content.
Q3: What should we check about the signal and audio quality?
A3: Ensure stable signal coverage (from 0.5m to 35m), strong anti-interference ability (against WiFi/phone signals), accurate triggering, and clear sound quality with noise reduction for noisy environments.
Q4: How important is the device’s weight and design?
A4: Very important. Choose a lightweight device (around 20g) with an ergonomic, skin-friendly earhook design. This ensures comfort for users wearing it all day during long events.
Q5: What about battery life and charging?
A5: Look for a standby time of ≥10 hours and playback time of ≥7 hours. A centralized charging storage box that charges multiple devices simultaneously is ideal for convenient management and battery protection.
About us
HEFEI HUMANTEK. CO., LTD. has been dedicated to the research and development and production of tour guide devices for 18 years. Our company mainly deals in team tour guide systems, self-service audio guide systems, multi-channel tour guide systems, and intelligent presentation systems. As an innovative enterprise, Yingmi Technology holds multiple core patents and technical certifications, and its strength is highly recognized. The company possesses H4 national patent core technology, a 7S product guarantee system, and a 9G service system throughout the entire life cycle, ensuring zero accidents from the first unit to one million units, all for the reliable delivery of products and services to customers! The company is committed to creating industry-leading intelligent tour guide solutions through a strategy of integrating online and offline as well as domestic and international interaction, and promoting a comprehensive upgrade of cultural and tourism display experiences.