Song Meter SM4 Quickstart Instructions - SM4

Song Meter SM4 Quick Start Instructions
Core Product
SM4
Accessory

Follow these steps to configure a new SM4 for a basic deployment.

  1. Release the side latch, open the security cover, and then open the middle section to access the battery bay. Check that the gasket is undamaged and free of debris that will interfere with the seal.
  2. Install four (4) new alkaline or NiMH D batteries. Close the middle section.
    (To use external batteries, see Connecting External Power in Chapter 3 of the Song Meter SM4 User Guide.)
  3. Insert one SD memory card in slot A and an optional second card in slot B.
  4. Reformat card(s) using the built in format utility.
    See Formatting SD Memory Cards in Chapter 9 of the Song Meter SM4 User Guide.
  5. Slide the power switch down to INT for internal battery power.
    (If using an external power source, slide the switch up to EXT.)
    The recorder powers on and the main menu appears on the display.
  6. Press CHECK STATUS to verify the time, microphone, SD memory cards, battery voltage, temperature, and firmware version.
  7. Check Wildlife Acoustics’ website for new firmware and update if necessary.
    See Updating the Firmware in Chapter 9 of the Song Meter SM4 User Guide.
  8. Use the keypad to select Quick Start and choose a recording schedule.
  9. Manually or using the optional GPS accessory, set location, date, and time settings.
    Location settings are required for schedules that reference sunrise or sunset.
    • If you have the optional GPS accessory, manually set your time zone (Settings > Location > Timezone), then attach the GPS accessory until the screen reads GPS:FIX.
    • Go to Settings > Location to set your Latitude, Longitude, and Timezone. Then, go to Settings > Date and Time to set the clock.
  10. Press the SCHEDULE START button.

    The SM4 sleeps (display goes blank) to conserve battery power if a recording is not scheduled in the next 45 seconds.

    The SM4 wakes (display illuminates) at the next scheduled recording start time and saves recordings to the SD memory card(s).

  11. Close the security cover and latch. To secure the recorder, attach an optional lock. Mount the recorder in a suitable location and leave.
  12. When the deployment ends, press and hold SCHEDULE STOP to finish recording. Eject the SD memory card(s) and review the recordings.