Tascam 5 user service Powering up the Pocketstudio, AC adaptor, Using batteries

1 – Welcome

Powering up the Pocketstudio 5

The Pocketstudio 5 has two methods of receiving power: from six dry-cell batteries, or from the sup- plied AC adaptor.

display lights and a welcome message appears briefly before the home screen is shown.

NOTE

The on/off switch is located on the “rear panel”, together with the AC adaptor input, the USB jack and the MIDI IN jack.

Slide the switch towards the AC adaptor jack (ON is towards the center) to turn on the Pocketstudio 5. The

In this manual, we use the term “top panel” to refer to the main colored control surface with the display and the control keys, “front panel” to refer to the surface with the input jacks and level controls, and “rear panel” to refer to the surface with the MIDI, USB and power connector and switches.

The AC adaptor

When using the Pocketstudio 5 with the AC adaptor:

Make sure that you only use the Pocketstudio 5 with the AC adaptor supplied with it. If you use any other AC adaptor, there is a serious risk of damage to the Pocketstudio 5.

Make sure that the voltage of your AC supply matches the voltage requirements printed on the Pocketstudio 5 AC adaptor. If you are in any doubt, consult a qualified expert.

Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power supply when you are not using it, but note the following:

Even when the Pocketstudio 5 is plugged into the AC adapter, there is a slight drain on the batteries.

If the Pocketstudio 5 becomes unplugged from the AC power supply, the batteries will be used unless the power is turned off.

In order to avoid draining the batteries by mistake, always turn off the power on the Pocketstudio 5 before disconnecting the adaptor.

NOTE

There is a hook on the bottom of the unit. You should loop the power cord round this hook to prevent the Pocketstudio 5 from becoming accidentally discon- nected from the power when you are using it.

Using batteries

When using batteries with the Pocketstudio 5, note the following:

•The Pocketstudio 5 requires six AA-type batteries.

•Always remove and replace batteries with the power to the Pocketstudio 5 turned off.

•Always use the same type of batteries in the Pock- etstudio 5 at one time. We strongly recommend the use of alkaline batteries. Standard manganese bat- teries are not suitable for use with the Pocketstudio 5, as they will not provide sufficient battery life for use of the unit.

•Although you can use Ni-MH rechargeable batter- ies (Ni-Cad batteries will not give sufficient life), you must make sure that all such batteries are charged together when replacing the batteries.

Always follow the maker’s instructions when charging these batteries. You cannot use the Pock- etstudio 5 as a charger for these batteries.

•Do not mix different types of batteries, and do not mix old and new batteries together.

•Always make sure that the batteries are the right way round (+ and –) as shown by the markings in the battery compartment.

If the batteries drop below a usable voltage, the Pock- etstudio 5 shows Low Battery! on the dis- play. If you see this message, do not attempt to use the Pocketstudio 5 (there is a risk of losing your work) replace the batteries as soon as possible and/or connect the Pocketstudio 5 to the power supply, using the AC adaptor.

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