26 TASCAM DP-03SD4 – PreparationsPreparing the power and the SD cardInstalling an SD card1 Open the SD card slot cover on the left side panel of the unit.2 Insert the SD Card into the slot as shown in the illustrationuntil it clicks into place.3 After inserting the card, close the cover.NOTEAn SD card is installed in the card slot when the unit isshipped from the factory. You can use this card as is torecord and play back files. There is no need to reinsert it.Ejecting the cardPush and insert the card further in to eject it.CAUTION• Always turn the power OFF before removing an SD card.Removing a card while the power is still ON will cause anyrecordings and settings made since the last time the powerwas turned OFF or the song was saved to be lost. These dataand settings cannot be recovered.• This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback. SD andSDHC cards that are at least 512 MB in size can be used.• A list of SD cards that have been tested with this unit can befound on the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).ª Write-protected cardsSD cards have write-protect (lock) switches.Unprotected ProtectedWhen the protect switch is in the LOCK position, files cannot berecorded or edited on the card. Slide the switch away from theLOCK position if you want to record, erase or otherwise changefiles on a card.Preparing the powerAs shown in the illustration, connect the included PS-1225L ACadaptor to the DC IN 12V jack.AC outletTASCAMPS-1225LDC plugThe bottom panel has a hook (cord holder) that can be used tohold the AC adaptor cord in place.When using it, wrap the cord around this cord holder to preventit from being disconnected during use.CAUTION• Use only the TASCAM PS-1225L AC adaptor and powercord. Using an AC adaptor other than this one could causemalfunction, fire or electric shock.• The AC adaptor must be used to supply power to this unit.Power cannot be supplied to this unit by USB.