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Overview Quick Guide Getting Ready IN/OUT/Monitor
Recording/Playback
Mixer Timecode File Operation USB Appendix
Setup
Preparing the Power Supply
The R-88 can operate using an AC adaptor, batteries, or an external
power device.
Installing Batteries
Loosen the screws
from these two
locations.
Remove the battery
compartment cover.
Insert batteries,
taking care to observe
the correct polarity.
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3
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* We recommend that you keep batteries installed in the unit
even though you’ll be powering it with the AC adaptor. That
way, you’ll be able to continue a performance even if the cord of
the AC adaptor gets accidently disconnected from the unit.
* If operating this unit on batteries, please use alkaline batteries,
rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
Removing the battery case
Although it is possible to replace the batteries without removing
the battery case, battery replacement will be easier if you remove
the battery case.
Loosen the screws
from these two
locations.
Remove the battery
case.
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2
Note when using the R-88 on batteries
If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak and cause
damage or injury. In the interest of safety, please read and
observe the following precautions.
• Carefully follow the installation instructions for batteries, and
make sure you observe the correct polarity.
• Avoid using new batteries together with used ones. In
addition, avoid mixing dierent types of batteries.
• Remove the batteries whenever the unit is to remain unused
for an extended period of time.
• Never keep batteries together with metallic objects such as
ballpoint pens, necklaces, hairpins, etc.
• Incorrect handling of batteries, rechargeable batteries, or
a battery charger can cause leakage, overheating, re, or
explosion. Before use, you must read and strictly observe
all of the precautions that accompany the batteries,
rechargeable batteries, or battery charger.
• When using rechargeable batteries and a charger, use only
the combination of rechargeable batteries and charger
specied by the battery manufacturer.
Types of batteries that can be used
• AA alkaline batteries (LR6)
• AA rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (HR6)
Choose <MENU>Ú<SYSTEM SETUP>Ú<BATTERY>(p. 66), and
specify the battery that you’re using.
* The R-88 cannot recharge rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
You’ll need to use a battery charger designed for
rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
Power conservation function
The R-88 has a power conservation function, which prevents
unnecessary battery consumption. If you leave the unit for a
certain period of time without performing any operation, the
display will dim or the unit’s power will turn o, depending on
the power conservation setting.
REFERENCE
“Parameter List” (p. 65)
* To prevent the power from turning o automatically, Choose
[MENU]Ú<SYSTEM SETUP> and turn the AUTO OFF setting
OFF. For details, refer to ”Turning the Power On/O” (p. 25).
Remaining battery indication
When the remaining battery power runs low, a battery low
icon appears in the lower right of the display. When
this appears, install fresh batteries as soon as possible. If
you continue to use the unit in this state, the display will
indicate“Battery Low,” and nally the R-88 will stop functioning
entirely.
Expected battery life under continuous use:
• 96 kHz, 8 channel, phantom power on with total of 40 mA
Type of battery Battery life
Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) Approx. 1 hours
Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) Approx. 2 hours
• 96 kHz, 2 channel, phantom power o
Type of battery Battery life
Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) Approx. 3 hours
Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) Approx. 4 hours
* These gures will vary depending on the specications of
the batteries and the actual conditions of use.