SONOSAX SX-R4 (Firmware v3.1) - Manual (Page 43)

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6.1.5 Errors treatment
This section addresses the possible errors and problems that may occur while using the SX-R4.
Power fail
When the supply voltage becomes too weak, the SX-R4 proceeds to a safe shut down. If a recording is in
progress, it is stopped properly.
NOTE: please remember not to use dry cell batteries but only NiMh or NiCd rechargeable batteries
Insufficient disk space
If the remaining free space in a disk is not sufficient, the recording in progress is stopped. When two discs are
used (HD + CF), the recording continues only with the disk where free space is suffisant.
Maximum file size
The FAT32 file system limits the size of the files to 4 Gb. If the recording in progress reaches this limit, the
SX-R4 adds an index (create a new TAKE) and continues to record in the new file.
NOTE:
no data will be lost
Disk too fragmented
During the power-up, the SX-R4 checks the fragmentation of the discs. In case of severe fragmentation the
recording is not allowed, an error message informs the user of the problem.
It is then advisable to format the disk (while having saved the existing data before!).
Real Time Clock (RTC)
During the power-up, the SX-R4 checks if the Date and the Time of the system are coherent. If it is not the
case, a menu forces the user to define them. While setting the date, an error message can occur if the date
format is not valid.
NOTE:
the SX-R4 does not have an internal back-up battery to keep the RTC running uninterrupted
when NiMH batteries are removed or external DC supply is not present. However it will
maintain date and time for a period of at least 1h. It is therefore advised to leave well-charged
batteries in their compartment.