SETTING UP

Batteries and AC Adaptor

Alkaline Batteries

The PMD680 uses 8 standard AA-type alkaline batteries. Load as shown in the following illustration.

Battery replacement

When the battery alert indicator ( ) appears in the display, replace all batteries with new ones. Once this indicator appears there are approximately XXX hours of battery life remaining.

Fresh alkaline batteries can provide up to XXX hours of continuous recording or playback.

Notes

When recording, to avoid problems caused by loss of battery power it is recommended to always use new alkaline batteries.

Use only AA batteries for replacement.

Be sure to insert the batteries with correct polarity (as illustrated on the battery compartment).

Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for an extended period of time.

Battery life may vary depending on the conditions under which the unit is operated (environmental temperature, humidity, speaker usage, etc.).

If batteries leak, dispose them immediately. Avoid touching the leaking material or letting it come into contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.

AC adaptor

When recording for extended periods, or using this unit in a studio environment we recommend using the AC adaptor.

to AC outlet

Notes

It is recommended to always use a Marantz AC adaptor (DA740PMDU).

Ni-Cad Rechargeable Battery (optional)

The PMD680 can use an optional Ni-Cad rechargeable battery. Be sure batteries are fully charged before use. These batteries have a longer operating life than standard alkaline batteries, reducing the number of battery changes required under heavy usage (see below). Refer to the following illustrations to load the battery.

Battery replacement

When the battery alert indicator ( ) appears in the display, charge the battery or replace the rechargeable battery with a fully charged one. Once this indicator appears there are approximately (???) hours of battery life remaining.

Fully charged Ni-Cad batteries can provide up to 3 hours of continuous recording or playback.

Charging time

Approximately 3 hours.

Notes

When recording, to avoid problems caused by loss of battery power it is recommend to always use fully charged batteries.

Battery life may vary depending on the conditions under which the unit is operated (environmental temperature, humidity, speaker usage, etc.).

It is recommended to only use the Marantz AC adaptor (DA740PMDU) for charging the rechargeable battery.

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Marantz PMD680 manual Batteries and AC Adaptor, Alkaline Batteries, AC adaptor, Ni-Cad Rechargeable Battery optional