Install D Batteries - SM5

The SM5's battery tray can accept four alkaline or NiMH D batteries.

1. Disconnect any external power source from the SM5.
   You cannot use both internal batteries and external power simultaneously.
2. Ensure your D batteries meet the following criteria:
   • All four batteries should be of the same type and brand.
   • Alkaline batteries should all be brand-new.
   • NiMH batteries should all be freshly-charged.

   Note: Lithium iron disulfide batteries are not supported.
3. Note the correct battery orientation, indicated by symbols embossed into the battery tray.
   
   
   
4. Install four D batteries into the battery tray.
   Ensure that the coil springs at the lower-left and upper-right of the battery tray contact the flat, negative contact of a battery.
5. Required: Set the SM5's voltage cutoff behavior.
   • Using the built-in display, go to Settings > Battery type and select D Alkaline or D NiMH to match your battery type.
   • Using the Configurator app, pair with the recorder and go to Configure > Battery Type and select D Alkaline or D NiMH to match your battery type.

   Choosing the correct allows the SM5 to maximize its runtime, and it allows the Song Meter Configurator mobile app to accurately estimate battery life percentage.

   If the setting is incorrect, the SM5 may shut itself down prematurely, and battery percentage readings will not be correct.