TASCAM DR-05 25Powering the unitDR-05 can operate on two AA batteries, or throughan optional AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P515U) or USBcable provided with the unit (USB bus power).Alkaline or Ni-MH batteries can be used.Using AA batteriesOpen the battery compartment cover on the backof the unit. Fit two AA batteries to the + and –marks shown in the compartment, and close thebattery compartment cover.When using AA batteries, set the type of batteryin order to accurately show the amount of powerremaining and allow the unit to accuratelydetermine whether power is available for properoperation. (See “Setting the type of AA batteries” onpage 96.)NOTE• Manganese dry cell batteries (R6) cannot be used withthis unit.• This unit cannot recharge Ni-MH batteries. Use acommercially available recharger.• The included alkaline batteries are for confirmingoperation of the unit and might not last very long.Using an AC adaptor (soldseparately)Connect the PS- P515U AC adaptor and the USBcable to the USB port of the unit as shown in theillustration.3–Preparation
