Operating procedure:
1. Insert the SD cards (up to 4 x 512GB) then insert the batteries
(up to 6 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion).
The more batteries you use, the longer it can record for.
2. Turn the recorder on with the Power button.
As the recorder turns on, it shows the serial number and
firmware version on the screen.
3. Enter the time zone where the recorder is being deployed (note
daylight savings is not taken into account).
The home screen will then say “Waiting for GPS synchronisation”
until the clock is automatically updated by the GPS or manually
set by the user. It will then display the time of the next scheduled
recording or start recording if it is in the middle of a recording
period.
4. Connect the microphone(s) and check the microphone detect
status icon appears on the screen.
5. It’s good practice to wait until the GPS has acquired a fix in case
you need to move to a clearing to get a better signal.
It only records a GPS fix once after it has been switched on, then
disables the GPS to conserve power. If you move the recorder
and want to get a new fix, simply turn the recorder off and then
back on again.
If you turn the recorder on more than 1 day before the first
recording is scheduled it will automatically try to get a new fix
when it starts up for that first recording, so untrained volunteers
can deploy the recorders without having to open the lid or do
anything.
WARNING: Never eject SD cards while the recorder is
on as this can result in loss of data and corruption of
the file system. Always switch the recorder off before
swapping SD cards.
