RODE Microphones Stereo VideoMic - Manual (Page 6)

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Battery Installation
• The SVM operates on a standard 9V battery.
We recommend you use either Alkaline or Lithium
batteries for the longest continuous operating
time.
• The SVM will run continuously for over 60 hours
with a good quality Alkaline battery. It is however
important to understand that battery performance
can vary dramatically with ambient temperature
and shelf life.
• Actual operation times will vary and we suggest
you always carry a spare battery. If the application
is critical and where there is no opportunity to
re-shoot, we suggest that you use a fresh battery
every time.
• To install the battery, slide the battery
compartment cover (found at the top rear) towards
the rear of the microphone and lift up. Insert the 9V
battery terminal-side fi rst, ensuring the positive (+)
terminal is at the bottom.
• Once you have installed the battery, slide the cover
back into position and you are ready to fasten the
mic onto the camera. Do not leave the battery
in-place if you are going to store the SVM for long
periods. Batteries can leak and the chemicals will
damage your microphone.