2.1 Song Meter Mini Models 3.1 External Features 3.2 Internal

1  Song Meter Mini Quick Start 
2  Introduction 
2.1
 
Song Meter Mini Models
 
3  The Song Meter Mini Recorder 
3.1
 
External Features
 
3.2
 
Internal Features
 
3.3
 
Installing a Second Microphone
 
3.4
 
Preventative Maintenance
 
3.5
 
Lithium-ion Battery Lid
 
3.6
 
Upgrading the Recorder’s Firmware
 
3.7
 
Loading a Config File from an SD Card
 
3.8
 
Loading a Config File to an SD Card
 
4  Song Meter Mini Configurator App 
4.1
 
Installing the App
 
4.2
 
Bluetooth Connection
 
4.3
 
Recorders Screen
 
4.4
 
Status Screen
 
4.5
 
Pairing the Recorder with the 
Configurator app
 
4.6
 
Pairing with a Different Recorder
 
4.7
 
Paired Configuration Screen
 
4.8
 
Ultrasonic Settings Screen
 
4.9
 
Acoustic Settings Screen

4.10
 
Location and Time Zone Screen
 
4.11
 
Ultrasonic Transect Mode
 
4.12
 
Schedule Editor
 
4.13
 
Schedule Block Examples
 
4.14
 
Utilities Menu
 
4.15
 
Testing the Ultrasonic Microphone
 
4.16
 
Testing the Acoustic Microphone
 
4.17
 
Configuration Library Screen
 
5  Recording Files 
5.1
 
Transferring Recording Files to a 
Computer
 
5.2
 
WAV Files
 
5.3
 
Zero-Crossing Files
 
5.4
 
Metadata
 
6  Analysis Software 
6.1
 
Kaleidoscope Pro
 
6.2
 
Third-Party Software
 
7  Specifications 
7.1
 
Physical
 
7.2
 
Audio and Microphones
 
7.3
 
Battery Life
 
8  Warranty and Disclosures

Online User Guide

Download this guide at

www.wildlifeacoustics.com/resources/user-guides

Tutorial Videos

Visit www.wildlifeacoustics.com/support/tutorial-videos to

view tutorial videos for the Song Meter Mini and Song Meter

Mini Bat .

Contacting Support

For technical queries contact the Wildlife Acoustics support

team:

• Email: [email protected]

• North America (toll-free): 1-888-733-0200

• Outside North America (toll charges may apply): +1 978-

369-5225

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Song Meter Mini Quick Start

1. Remove the lid from the Song Meter Mini recorder.

2. Insert four AA alkaline or NiMH batteries and an SD card.

3. Switch the recorder’s power switch to On.

4. If the Bluetooth LED flashes red this indicates that the recorder’s

internal clock is not set. It will be set when pairing.

5. Install the Song Meter Mini Configurator app from the Apple App

store or Google Play store onto your mobile device.

6. Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your mobile device.

7. Launch the app.

8. The Song Meter Mini will be detected by the app and will appear

in the Recorders screen.

9. Press and hold the Pair button on the Song Meter Mini recorder

for 3 seconds. The Bluetooth LED on the recorder will blink green,

indicating it is ready to pair.

10. In the app, tap the Pair button when it appears in the Recorders

screen. The recorder’s details will turn green, indicating successful

pairing.

11. A pop-up asks if you want to set the recorder’s time zone to your

mobile device’s time zone. Tap OK. Next, a pop-up asks the same

about location. Tap OK.

12. After pairing, tap the Configure button for the paired Song Meter

Mini recorder in the Recorders screen. The Configure screen will

open.

13. Select a preset recording schedule from the dropdown menu and

make any desired setting changes.

14. The recording schedule and settings changes load onto the

recorder after each change.

15. Tap the unpair button on the Recorders screen and the Song

Meter Mini is now ready to deploy and record.

Introduction

Our smallest, lightest and most affordable wildlife audio

recorders, the Wildlife Acoustics Song Meter Mini family offers

simple, yet innovative tools for recording bats, birds, frogs and

other vocal wildlife.

The Song Meter Mini recorders leverage the processing power of

modern smart phones for remote scheduling and status checking,

using the free Song Meter Mini Configurator app.

2.1 Song Meter Mini Models

The Song Meter Mini family comprises two recorder models: the

Song Meter Mini and the Song Meter Mini Bat. Both use the Song

Meter Mini Configurator app for iOS or Android.

In this guide, when features are common to both models, the

Song Meter Mini and Song Meter Mini Bat are commonly referred

to as the “Song Meter Mini recorder’, or just “recorder”. When

there are differences between models, the Song Meter Mini and

Song Meter Mini Bat are described separately.

NOTE: This manual uses the word “acoustic” to describe frequencies

considered within the range of human hearing, below around

20,000Hz. “Bat” or “ultrasonic” is generally used for frequencies

above 20,000Hz.

Key Differences Between Models

• The Song Meter Mini utilizes an acoustic microphone for

recording sounds such as those made by birds or frogs.

• The Song Meter Mini Bat utilizes an ultrasonic microphone

for recording bat calls.

• Settings for acoustic and ultrasonic microphones are

different and use different screens in the Configurator app.

• An optional acoustic microphone can be installed on either

model to add acoustic recording capabilities on the right

channel. When a second acoustic microphone is installed on

the Song Meter Mini, this allows single channel audio

recording with either the left or right channel microphone,

or recording on both channels simultaneously in stereo

mode.

• When the optional acoustic microphone is installed on a

Song Meter Mini Bat, it is possible to run a recording

schedule which alternates between acoustic and ultrasonic

microphones. The ultrasonic and acoustic microphones,

however, cannot be used at the same time.

• It is not possible to add a second ultrasonic microphone to

the Song Meter Mini or Song Meter Mini Bat.

The Song Meter Mini Recorder

This section describes the Song Meter Mini recorder hardware.

3.1 External Features

The Song Meter Mini recorder is designed for long-term, outdoor

deployment. Made from durable polycarbonate plastic, it is UV

resistant and weatherproof.

Song Meter Mini Bat

Song Meter Mini

Ultrasonic microphone

Connection for

optional acoustic

microphone

Acoustic microphone

(Left)

Connection for optional

acoustic microphone

(Right)

Mounting brackets

Mounting Brackets

Mounting brackets top and bottom can be used to secure the

recorder, for example to a branch or post. Typical mounting

methods include bungie cords, zip ties or cable locks. Cable locks

must be under 0.3” (7.6mm) diameter.

Lid

The recorder consists of a main enclosure with sealed, snap-on lid.

To remove the lid, grasp the long edges with your fingers,

applying slight pressure with your thumbs to the center. The lid

will pop off to expose the recorder’s interior.

A label inside the lid provides basic instructions, button

definitions, and Status LED definitions (see section 3.2)

An optional lid to hold Lithium-ion batteries is also available (see

section 3.5).

NOTE: When the lid is properly connected to the recorder body, the

seal is water-tight. If the recorder is wet when the lid is removed,

some water droplets may splash from the lid edges into the

recorder. This does not represent a leak or some other failure. Make

sure to dry any water droplets before closing the lid.

Microphones

The Song Meter Mini utilizes a single built-in acoustic

microphone. The microphone has a replaceable windscreen. An

additional acoustic microphone can be purchased and added to

the right side for stereo recording.

The Song Meter Mini Bat utilizes a single built-in ultrasonic

microphone. The microphone is flush with the enclosure edge and

has a mesh screen to protect against physical damage. An

acoustic microphone can be purchased and added to the right

side for recording acoustic sounds.

Optional Acoustic Microphone Port

This is the connection point for an acoustic microphone. There is

an internal socket for the acoustic microphone wire connection.

Air Vent

A pin-hole air vent on the reverse of the enclosure prevents

pressure build-up inside the recorder but does not allow water

ingress during normal use. The pin hole opening must not be

blocked or covered in any way.

A self-regenerating desiccant packet inside the enclosure offers

further protection - it will absorb or release moisture to keep a

regulated humidity inside the recorder.

Security Strap

A lockable security strap is available for the Song Meter Mini

recorder. The strap is adjustable to accommodate the larger

Lithium-ion lid

Pin-hole

Air vent

3.2 Internal Features

On/Off Switch

• On: Battery power is enabled. Schedule is started.

• Off: Schedule is stopped. Battery power is disabled.

When the Song Meter Mini recorder is first powered on, the

Status LEDs show Bluetooth, Recording, and SD Card status. After

one minute with no further activity, Status LEDs are disabled

On/Off switch

Power jumper

block

Pair/Status

button

Function

button

Status/Function

LEDs

AA battery

holder

Optional acoustic

microphone

connection

Li-ion lid

connection

SD memory

card slot

NOTE: When the Song Meter Mini recorder is powered off, it goes

through a routine to end and save any current recording. This can

take a few seconds.

Power Source Jumper Block

The Song Meter Mini recorder can be powered by 4 AA batteries

or 2, 4 or 6 Lithium-ion 18650 batteries with the optional Lithium-

ion battery lid.

The power source jumper determines which source will be used. It

connects the left pin to the center pin for AA power, or the right

pin to the center pin to use Lithium Ion batteries installed in the

optional Lithium battery lid.

• Remove the jumper by pulling it up.

• Install the jumper by pushing it down on the left two pins to

use AA power or the on the right two pins to use Lithium-

ion batteries.

• Default configuration is for AA batteries.

NOTE: If the jumper is disconnected or in the wrong position the

recorder will not power up.

AA Battery Holder

The battery holder takes 4 AA alkaline or NiMH batteries.

3 pin connector power

source connection with

the jumper installed in

the default configuration

to use AA batteries

AA Lithium batteries are approved for use. AA Lithium batteries

are not rechargeable and under many circumstances will not

provide longer life than AA Alkaline batteries

• Ensure batteries are oriented with the correct

positive/negative polarity.

• Remove batteries before storage.

SD Memory Card Slot

The Song Meter Mini recorder saves recording files and a

summary log to an SD memory card installed in the memory card

slot.

To insert an SD card, slide it into the slot until it clicks into place.

To remove, gently press the card further into the slot and then

slide out.

• Only remove the SD card with the recorder powered off.

• Use the Configurator app to check recording space available

on the SD card.

NOTE: Wildlife Acoustics recommends the SanDisk brand of

memory cards for their superior performance.

NOTE: Be sure the card’s write protection switch is “off”. The Song

Meter Mini recorder will not record to a write-protected card.

PAIR/STATUS Button

This is a dual function button.

Press the PAIR/STATUS button once to check the Status LEDs.

Press and hold the PAIR/STATUS button for three seconds to

activate the Song Meter Mini recorder for pairing with the

Configurator app. Pairing must be manually confirmed from the

app (see section 4.5)

To unpair, press and hold the PAIR/STATUS button on the Song

Meter Mini recorder for three seconds, or use the Configurator

app.

Status LEDs

The three Status LEDs on the recorder provide Bluetooth,

Recording and SD Card information.

The Status LEDs remain active while the recorder is paired with the

Configurator app.

The table of Status LED definitions, below, is also found inside the

recorder’s lid for reference.

Bluetooth:

Off

Not paired

Green Blinking

Pairing

Green Solid

Paired

Red Blinking

Clock needs to be set

Red Solid

Pair failed

Recording:

Green Blinking

Recording (*Triggered)

Green Slow

*Armed & waiting for trigger

Green Solid

Waiting next recording

period

Red Solid

Can’t record

SD Card:

Off

No card detected

Green Blinking

Card is active: do not eject

Green Solid

No activity: can be ejected

Red Blinking

SD card full

Red Solid

SD card issue

* Song Meter Mini Bat in Bat Mode only.

Function Button and Function LEDs

Press the FUNCTION button multiple times to cycle through the

Functions. When the desired Function LED lights, press and hold

the FUNCTION button for 3 seconds to select it.

The selected LED will blink green while the function is in progress.

When the function successfully completes, all four LEDs will blink

green three times.

If the function fails, all four LEDs will blink red six times.

There are four Function LEDs .

• Diags: This runs an internal diagnostic check. Two files are

then written to the SD card:

o A diagnostic file describing the functions of the

recorder with a file name of

Prefix_YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS.minidiags. This is used

by Wildlife Acoustics Support to evaluate the health

of your Song Meter Mini recorder.

o A configuration file named Prefix.miniconfig. This file

can be used to load the configuration onto other

Song Meter Mini recorders.

• Load: This loads a configuration file (.miniconfig) and/or

firmware file (.smm), from the SD card to the recorder (see

section 4.13). If there are both a config file and firmware

update file on the card, the config file will be loaded first

and then the firmware update will be loaded.

• Defaults: This resets to factory defaults. Resetting factory

defaults clears all internal settings except current date and

time (see sections 4.8 and 4.9 for default settings). Default

settings can also be changed on the app.

• Format: This formats the SD card (this can also be done in

the app, see also section 4.13).

Right Microphone Connector

This is the connection point for the optional acoustic microphone.

3.3 Installing a Second Microphone

1. Remove the recorder’s lid. In the top right corner of the recorder

is a removable black plastic bolt threaded through a black plastic

nut.

2. Use a ¾” wrench to gently unscrew the bolt from the nut. When

the bolt is removed the internal nut will stay in place.

3. Thread the wire connector for the second microphone through

the hole. Do not connect the wire to the circuit board yet.

4. Turn the microphone clockwise to screw it into the internal nut.

Be careful to make sure the connection wires are rotating freely as

the microphone is turned. Make sure the thread is not crossed.

Tighten lightly with pliers or a wrench. Do not over-tighten.

5. Now connect the microphone wire to the jack labelled “Right

Mic” on the circuit board. Route the wires to the right of the SD

card to avoid physical interference or electrical noise from the SD

card.

NOTE: The built-in microphone is referred to as the Left Channel.

The optional second microphone is referred to as the Right Channel.

3.4 Preventative Maintenance

The Song Meter Mini family of recorders are designed with all

kinds of weather in mind, and will not let in any water under

normal circumstances. However, there are a few routine checks

that should be done to make sure that your recorder is as

weatherproof as it was when you received it.

• Examine the black rubber gasket inside the lid. The gasket

should be free of debris and tears. Note that DEET, a

common ingredient in insect repellant, is known to degrade

the plastic used in the Song Meter Mini enclosure. Some

plant oils may also soften the recorders rubber gasket over

extended periods of exposure. When possible, avoid contact

with insect repellants

• Avoid putting strain on the Song Meter Mini case by

mounting it too tightly. This can distort the case and break

the seal with the lid, causing a gap that may leak. Note that

trees can sometimes grow rapidly enough to cause further

strain on equipment that has been mounted on them.

• Ensure the bolt covering the optional microphone port on

the right side of the recorder is tightened and undamaged.

• Clean out any external debris before closing the lid.

3.5 Lithium-ion Battery Lid

An optional lithium-ion battery lid is available that can hold 2, 4 or

6 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable batteries. This provides up to

approximately five times the battery life of 4 alkaline AA batteries.

The lid adds

” (24mm) to the usual depth of a Song Meter

Mini recorder.

WARNING! Lithium-ion batteries can cause fires if not used

correctly. Please carefully read the following specifications and

instructions. Wildlife Acoustics sells high-quality lithium-ion

batteries that have been tested and approved for use in the Song

Meter Mini recorder. It is HIGHLY recommended that you use these

batteries.

Battery Requirements

• The 18650 battery must be 68-69mm to make proper

electrical contact. These dimensions include any tab at the

top.

• The cell must be “protected” as opposed to “unprotected”.

This refers to additional circuitry inside the packaging, that

protects the cell from over-charge, heat or over-discharge,

over-current and short-circuit.

• All batteries must be fully and equally charged. A standard

battery charger specifically designed to charge 3.6/3.7V

lithium-ion batteries can be used and is available from

Wildlife Acoustics.

• Remove batteries before storage.

How To Add The Lithium-Ion Battery Lid

Lithium lid closed

with Zip tie strain

relief

Power

jumper

block

Cable and

connector

Instructions for installing Lithium-ion battery lid

1. Snap the empty lithium lid onto the base of your Song Meter

Mini or Song Meter Mini Bat such that the eye-hole feature is

lower left as shown.

2. Install the removable zip-tie as shown between the eye-hole in

the lid and the mounting flange on the base. This is important for

strain relief. Failure to take this step could result in damage to the

connectors which are not designed to support the weight of the

lid and batteries.

3. Open the enclosure.

Move the power jumper block from AA to Li-Ion. Make sure the

jumper block is all the way to the right on the center and right-

most pins for Li-ion battery connection (see section 3.2).

4. Insert the cable end from the Lithium Lid into the Li-ion Lid

connector as shown.

5. Place the cable as shown straight toward the right so the cable

goes through the right-side notch in the AA battery holder. (If the

Metal

bracket

with

Instruction

label

cable isn't in the notch, it will get pinched and the lid cannot be

fully closed).

6. Place the metal bracket (with instruction label) as shown. It should

slide behind the AA holder along the top wall and down to the

base of the enclosure. (Insert the SD card before you do this). The

purpose of the bracket is to retain the Lithium-ion batteries and

help manage the cable.

7. Install 2, 4, or 6 lithium-ion 18650 batteries. Batteries must be

installed as matching pairs and inserted into matching slots: AA,

BB, or CC

8. When closing the lid, be careful to avoid pinching the cable. Seat

the extra cable length under the metal bracket and close the lid. It

should snap on both sides to create a weatherproof seal.

3.6 Upgrading the Recorder’s Firmware

1. Download the firmware file from www.wildlifeacoustics.com.

2. Copy this file to the top-level directory of your SD card. There

must be only one firmware file on the card.

3. Insert the SD card into the recorder’s card slot.

4. Turn on the recorder.

5. Press the FUNCTION button twice to select the "LOAD" function

(see section 3.2).

6. Press and hold the FUNCTION button until the "LOAD" LED

begins blinking.

7. When the process is complete, all four LEDs will blink green three

times and the recorder will reboot with the new firmware.

NOTE: If there is some sort of failure and the firmware update

operation is not successful, all four LEDs will blink red six times. If this

happens repeat the Load function or recheck the SD card and

firmware update file on the SD card.

3.7 Loading a Config File from an SD Card

A configuration file is initially created by the Configurator app.

The Configurator app can share the configuration file (see section

4.16). A configuration file can be copied to an SD memory card.

(see sections 3.8, and 4.16). The configuration file on the SD card

can then be loaded into a recorder.

1. Copy the mini.config file to the top-level directory of your SD

card. There must be only one .config file on the card.

2. Insert the SD card into the recorder’s card slot.

3. Turn on the recorder.

4. Press the FUNCTION button twice to select the "LOAD" function

(see section 3.2).

5. Press and hold the FUNCTION button until the "LOAD" LED

begins blinking.

6. When the process is complete, all four LEDs will blink green three

times and the recorder will have loaded the config.file.

NOTE: If there is some sort of failure and the configuration load

operation is not successful, all four LEDs will blink red six times. If this

happens repeat the Load function or recheck the SD card and

configuration file on the SD card.

NOTE: The configuration file must match the model of recorder. A

Song Meter Mini cannot load a configuration file that was created

for a Song Meter Mini Bat. A Song Meter Mini Bat cannot load a

configuration file which was created for a Song Meter Mini.

3.8 Loading a Config File to an SD Card

The current configuration of the recorder can be transferred to an

SD card via the Diags function (see section 3.2)

Song Meter Mini Configurator App

Internal settings and schedules for the Song Meter Mini recorder

are configured on an iOS or Android device via the Song Meter

Mini Configurator app.

• The Song Meter Configurator app is available in English,

French and Spanish. The display language of the

Configurator app will follow the Android or iOS language

setting.

• The Configurator app communicates with the recorder via

Bluetooth connection.

• A Song Meter Mini that is detected by the Configurator app

will automatically upload its current status to the app.

• The Configurator app can be used to program the recorder

in real time. It can also create and save configuration files,

which can be stored and uploaded to the recorder at a later

time.

• The Configurator app can manage multiple recorders

concurrently.

• The Configurator app can save, open, and share

configuration files.

4.1 Installing the App

The Song Meter Mini Configurator app is available for Android

and iOS mobile devices.

• For Android devices, download and install the Android

version from Google Play. The Configurator app requires a

minimum Android version of 5.0.

• For iOS devices, download and install the iOS version from

the Apple App Store. The Configurator app requires a

minimum iOS version of 10.0.

4.2 Bluetooth Connection

The Song Meter Mini recorder uses Bluetooth protocol to

communicate with the Song Meter Mini Configurator app.

In factory default mode, when the Song Meter Mini recorder is

powered on, it generates a Bluetooth status beacon. If the

recorder is within Bluetooth range of the mobile device, the

Configurator app will automatically detect the Bluetooth status

beacon and the recorder will be detected and displayed in the

Recorders screen of the app.

NOTE: The Configurator app requires that the host mobile device

has a minimum Bluetooth chipset version of 4.0.

NOTE: It is possible to disable the recorder’s Bluetooth status

beacon using the Paired Configuration screen (see section 4.7). If

Bluetooth beacons are disabled, the recorder will not be detected

by the app unless the Pair button on the recorder is pressed and

held for three seconds.

4.3 Recorders Screen

The Recorders screen is the first screen displayed when the

Configurator app is launched. The Recorders screen can also be

accessed by tapping the Recorders icon at the bottom of the

Recorders/Configuration Library/App Info screens.

• The Recorders screen lists each recorder within Bluetooth

range and detected by the Configurator app.

• Previously detected recorders that are out of Bluetooth

range or powered off will remain in the list until removed.

• If a recorder is within range and powered on, but does not

show in the Recorders screen list, check whether the “Send

Bluetooth Beacons?” utility is enabled (see section 4.7).

Detected but not paired

Detected and paired

Sort By

Tap the Sort By icon to sort the recorder list by time last detected

or recorder name.

Clear All

Tap this icon to delete all recorders from the list. If a recorder is

redetected it will reappear in the list.

4.4 Status Screen

The Status screen for a detected recorder is accessed from the

Recorders screen by tapping on the Status icon.

• When a Song Meter Mini recorder is within Bluetooth range

and is detected by the Configurator app, its status

automatically uploads to the app.

Sort By icon

Clear All icon

Status

icon

• Tap the Status icon for any recorder listed in the Recorders

screen to see the most recently uploaded Status information

for that recorder.

• The last uploaded Status information is retained by the app

when the app is closed, or the mobile device is powered off

or moved out of Bluetooth range of the recorder.

• The Song Meter Mini recorder does not need to be paired

with the Configurator app to upload its current Status, as

long as it is within Bluetooth range.

• If the recorder is currently being detected, the Status screen

will update in real time. If the recorder is not currently being

detected, the Status screen will display the last settings

detected from the recorder.

• When a recorder is paired with the app it does not send

Bluetooth status beacons and cannot be detected by

another device.

The Status screen displays the following information

Last Updated

Displays how long since the recorder was last detected by the

app.

Paired/Unpaired

Displays whether the recorder is currently paired or unpaired with

Configurator app.

Audio/Ultrasonic Level

If the Song Meter Mini recorder is currently paired with the app,

and is in record mode, the Audio Level meter displays audio levels

present at the built-in and/or optional microphones (if installed).

Last Updated

Paired/Unpaired

Audio/Ultrasonic

Level

Storage Info

Recorder Name

Serial Number

Temperature

Battery Level

Right Microphone

Recorder Model

Schedule Name

Current Recorder

Time

Start Time Of Next Recording

(If not recording)

Remaining Record Period Time

(If currently recording)

Firmware Version

Battery Type

If the Song Meter Mini Bat recorder is currently paired with the

app, and is in ultrasonic recording mode, the Ultrasonic Level

meter will show any ultrasonic activity present at the built-in

microphones. If the Song Meter Mini Bat recorder is set to record

using an optional acoustic microphone (if installed), the Audio

Level meter will show audio activity at that microphone.

If the recorder is not paired, or is paired but not in record mode,

or the SD card is faulty, the Audio/Ultrasonic Level meter will not

be visible.

Storage Info

Displays the current or last detected parameters for the SD

memory card as follows:

• % Used: Percentage of SD card that has been used for file

storage.

• Total: Gigabytes of total storage space on the SD card.

• Available: Gigabytes of free storage space remaining.

• Used: Gigabytes of used storage space.

• Recordings: Number of separate recording files made since

the last time the recorder was powered on. This number will

also be reset to zero if the SD memory card is reformatted

by the Song Meter Mini recorder.

Recorder Name

By default, this is the serial number of the Song Meter Mini

recorder. If the recorder name has been edited (see section 4.7),

the edited name will be displayed.

Serial Number

Displays the recorders’ serial number. This cannot be edited.

Temperature

Displays the recorder’s internal temperature in Celsius or

Fahrenheit. Slide the button to choose.

Battery Level

Displays the current total voltage of the AA or lithium-ion

batteries as a percentage or actual voltage. Slide the button to

choose.

Note: To avoid damaging the batteries, the recorder automatically

turns off when the voltage drops below 3.7V (0.9V per cell) for AA

batteries, or 5V per pair (2.5V per cell) for lithium-ion batteries.

Schedule Name

Displays the currently programmed schedule name.

If a pre-set schedule is programmed, that name will be displayed.

If the schedule has been edited it will be displayed as “Custom

Schedule”.

Current Recorder Time*

Displays the recorder’s currently programmed time.

If the recorder is currently not detected by the Configurator app,

the time when the recorder was last detected is displayed.

Start Time Of Next Recording*

If the recorder is not currently in record mode, this will display the

start time of the next recording. This is displayed in one-hour

increments.

Remaining Recording Period Time*

If the recorder is currently in record mode, this will display the end

time of the current recording schedule block. If the schedule is set

to 24-hour recording, this will display “Continuous”.

Right Microphone

Displays “Attached” or “Not Attached” depending on whether or

not a second acoustic microphone is connected to the recorder.

Battery Type

Displays AA or Lithium. AA refers to the internal AA battery

holder. Lithium refers to the optional Lithium-Ion battery lid.

Note: * indicates function will only be displayed when the recorder

is paired with the app.

Firmware Version

Displays the current firmware version of the recorder.

4.5 Pairing the Recorder with the Configurator app

If a Song Meter Mini recorder is powered on, and is within

Bluetooth range of the mobile device, it can be paired or unpaired

with the Configurator app.

• A recorder must be paired with the app in order to edit the

schedule and settings currently stored in the recorder.

• Pairing is not automatic and must be done manually.

• Only one recorder at a time can be paired with the

Configurator app.

• The internal clock, location, and time zone are set during

pairing when necessary.

1. Enable Bluetooth on the iOS or Android device.

2. Launch the Song Meter Mini Configurator app and display the

Recorders screen.

3. Remove the Song Meter Mini recorder’s lid.

4. Turn the Power switch to On.

5. Launch the Song Meter Mini Configurator app and display the

Recorders screen. The Configurator app will detect the recorder.

6. Press and hold the PAIR button on the recorder for three seconds,

until the Bluetooth status LED blinks green.

The Pair icon will appear in the Recorders screen.

7. Tap the Pair icon to complete the pairing of the Song Meter Mini

recorder to the Configurator app.

Detected but not ready

to pair. Bluetooth LED on

recorder is off.

Ready to pair.

Bluetooth LED on

recorder is Blinking.

Recorder is paired with

app. Bluetooth LED on

recorder is solid green.

8. To unpair the recorder, tap the Unpair icon in the Configurator

app Recorders screen, or press and hold the PAIR button on the

recorder for three seconds.

NOTE: Pairing does not affect the schedule of recordings nor

interrupt a recording in progress. The Song Meter Mini recorder will

not go to sleep while paired. If the recorder finishes a schedule and

is ready to go to sleep, it will not go to sleep until it is unpaired.

Setting the Recorder’s Clock

The first time the Song Meter Mini recorder is configured, or if the

batteries have been removed for some time, the internal clock will

not be set. When the recorder is paired with the Configurator app,

the clock of the recorder will be automatically set to match the

Mobile device.

Setting the Recorder’s Location

When the Song Meter Mini recorder is paired with the

Configurator app, the current location of the mobile device is

compared with the recorder. If the programmed location of the

recorder does not match the current location of the mobile

device, the following message will be displayed:

• Tap Yes to reset the programmed location of the Song

Meter Mini recorder to the current mobile device location

• Tap No to leave the currently programmed location of the

recorder unchanged.

4.6 Pairing with a Different Recorder

1. Unpair any currently paired recorder by tapping the Unpair icon

in the Recorders screen.

2. Press and hold the PAIR button on the next Song meter Mini

recorder to be configured. That recorder will now become

available for pairing in the Configurator app, and the Pair icon will

appear.

3. Press the Pair icon for the new recorder. The text will turn green

when the recorder pairs with the Configurator app, and the

Configure and Unpair icons will be displayed.

4.7 Paired Configuration Screen

The configuration and settings of a paired recorder can be edited

from within the Paired Configuration screen.

The screen is accessed from the Recorders screen by tapping the

Configure icon

• When the Song Meter Mini recorder pairs with the

Configurator app, it automatically uploads and displays its

current configuration to the app.

• Once paired, any changes subsequently made in the

Configure screen and Ultrasonic/Acoustic Settings screens

will immediately update the recorder.

Configure Icon

NOTE: Making a configuration change stops any recording in

progress and pauses the schedule for 10 seconds. This allows

changes to be made to the configuration without constantly starting

and stopping a record schedule. Each configuration change resets

the 10 second pause. 10 seconds after no further changes have been

made, the recorder will resume its schedule, which may mean that it

starts recording again if scheduled to do so.

The Configure screen displays the following:

Load

Tap the Load icon to display a list of any saved configuration files

in the Configurator app.

Select the saved configuration file that you would like loaded onto

the recorder and tap OK.

The saved configuration and settings will be loaded to the paired

Song Meter Mini recorder.

Recorder Name

Transect

Ultrasonic Settings

Send Bluetooth Beacons?

Location / Time Zone

Schedule Editor

Acoustic Settings

Load/Save

/Utilities

Delay Start

Save

Tap the Save icon to name and save the current configuration and

settings to the Configuration Library (see section 4.16) as a saved

configuration file. Once the configuration is saved, the screen will

again display the current configuration in the recorder. Changes

made to the configuration will then edit the recorder directly. To

save new changes to the Configuration Library, tap the Save icon

again.

To further edit a saved configuration file, go to the Configuration

Library window or, save a new configuration file.

Utilities

See section 4.13

Tap the Utilities icon to bring up the Utilities menu to:

• Test microphone.

• Format SD card.

• Restore recorder to factory defaults.

• Load firmware or a configuration from card.

• Email diagnostics to Wildlife.

Recorder Name

Tap the pencil icon to rename the currently paired recorder.

• The Recorder Name is added as a prefix to the file name of

all recordings made by the Song Meter Mini recorder.

• The Recorder Name will not be over-written when loading a

saved configuration file.

• Resetting Factory Defaults will reset Recorder Name to the

recorder serial number.

Acoustic/Ultrasonic Settings

Acoustic Settings are available for the Song Meter Mini, and a

Song Meter Mini Bat which has the optional acoustic microphone

installed.

Ultrasonic Settings are available only for the Song Meter Mini Bat.

Use the Acoustic/Ultrasonic Settings to change recording

parameters.

• Ultrasonic settings - see section 4.8

• Acoustic settings - see section 4.9

Location and Time Zone

Location and time can be set in the Location and Time Zone

screen (see section 4.10).

Transect (Available only for the Song Meter Mini Bat

ultrasonic microphone)

For details on Transect mode, see this section.

Delay Start

It is possible to program a paired Song Meter Mini recorder so its

recording schedule will not start until a specified date. The

recorder will sleep until the Delay Start date and then wake up to

commence its programmed recording schedule.

• To set the Delay Start date, tap the icon in the Configure

screen to open a calendar.

• Select the desired start date.

• Tap Done.

Send Bluetooth Beacons?

• Options: On or Off

• Default: On

By default, a recorder that is powered on will send continuous

Bluetooth beacons so the Configurator app can detect the

recorder and receive its current status.

• If Send Bluetooth Beacons? is disabled, the Configurator app

will not automatically detect the recorder, and its current

status will not be automatically updated.

• If Send Bluetooth Beacons? is disabled, the recorder must be

manually paired with the Configurator app in order for the

current status to be updated in the app.

• Disabling Send Bluetooth Beacons? will not affect the

recording functions of the Song Meter Mini recorder.

Schedule Editor

Use the Schedule editor to specify when the recorder is actively

recording (see section 4.11).

• Select a preset schedule or make a custom schedule.

• Estimate battery and SD card life.

• View sunset/sunrise times and schedule on a calendar.

4.8 Ultrasonic Settings Screen

The Ultrasonic Settings screen is accessed from the Paired

Configuration screen.

The parameters on the Ultrasonic Settings screen describe how

audio is recorded by a Song Meter Mini Bat recorder. This screen

is not displayed if the paired recorder is a Song Meter Mini model.

To make changes to any setting in this screen, tap the desired

setting and the available options will be displayed.

Recording Format

• Options: Full-Spectrum; Zero-Crossing; Zero-Crossing and

Full-Spectrum.

• Default: Full-Spectrum.

The Song Meter Mini Bat can record full spectrum or zero crossing

format files. Both formats can be recorded at the same time.

Full-Spectrum Sample Rate

• Options: 256kHz, 384kHz, or 500kHz.

• Default: 256kHz.

A 256kHz sample rate will record up to 128kHz audio, sufficient

for most North American and European bats.

A 384kHz sample rate will record up to 192kHz audio but will use

proportionately more storage for recordings.

A 500kHz sample rate will record up to 250kHz audio and will use

maximum storage space.

If Zero-Crossing (only) is the selected recording format, Full-

Spectrum sample rate will be disabled.

Minimum Trigger Frequency

• Values: 6-60kHz in 1kHz increments.

• Default: 16kHz.

A signal must be above the minimum trigger frequency in order

to trigger an actual recording. Any signal below the minimum

trigger frequency will not trigger a recording, to prevent recording

unwanted lower frequency sounds.

Maximum Recording Length

• Values: 3-60s in 1 second increments.

• Default: 15s.

Specifies the maximum length (in seconds) of recordings to

comply with file size restrictions of analysis software or for a

specific recording protocol or definition of a bat pass.

Trigger Window

• Values: 1-15s in 1 second increments.

• Default: 3s.

The Song Meter Mini Bat continues to record for this amount of

time after the last signal that satisfies the minimum trigger

frequency is detected unless the recording reaches the Maximum

Recording Length first (The recording is also truncated when it

reaches the maximum recording duration set by Maximum

Recording Length).

Set the trigger window setting long enough to avoid a recording

that ends after one echolocation pulse.

NOTE: Some standards describe a specific recording trigger window

as a bat pass.

Save Noise Files?

• Options: On or Off.

• Default: Off.

Sets whether Noise files are discarded or stored with the rest of

the recordings.

If Save Noise Files is enabled, and if a triggered recording does

not appear to contain any bats, it will be saved and marked as

Noise. Otherwise, the file will be discarded. This is called

“scrubbing”. The Song Meter Mini Bat scrub parameters are set

automatically.

Left Channel Gain

• Options: 0, 6, or 12dB.

• Default: 12dB.

Gain can be added to the ultrasonic microphone signal to increase

the recorded signal’s amplitude.

Test recordings should be made to ensure desired signals are

being recorded with enough gain, but not so much as to cause

clipping distortion. If a test recording shows clipping distortion,

lower the gain setting. If a test recording shows a faint signal,

raise the gain setting.

4.9 Acoustic Settings Screen

The Acoustic Settings screen is accessed from the Paired

Configuration screen. The Acoustic Settings screen parameters

dictate how audio is recorded by a Song Meter Mini, or by the

optional acoustic microphone of a Song Meter Mini Bat.

To make changes to any setting in this screen, tap the desired

setting and the available options will be displayed.

Sample Rate

• Options: 8,000; 12,000; 16,000; 22,050; 24,000; 32,000;

44,100; 48,000; or 96,000Hz.

• Default: 24,000Hz.

Determines the number of samples per second used to make a

recording during a recording period. Higher sample rates record

higher frequencies.

Choose a sample rate at least double the highest frequency to be

recorded. For example, a sample rate of 24,000Hz will capture

sounds up to 12,000Hz.

Maximum Recording Length

• Values: 1s to 60min in 1 minute increments.

• Default: 15min.

Specifies the maximum length (seconds and minutes) of

recordings within a schedule. For example, if a recording schedule

is set to record always and the maximum record length is set to

60 minutes, the recorder will create 24 60-minute files per day.

Channel

• Options: Left, Right, or Stereo.

• Default: Stereo.

This option is not available for a Song Meter Mini Bat.

If a second microphone is connected to the Song Meter Mini,

there is an option to record one or two channels of audio.

For single channel recording, either microphone can be selected.

If stereo is selected both microphones will record. If the Song

Meter Mini only has a single microphone this option is not

available for selection and is greyed out.

Left Channel Gain/Right Channel Gain

• Options: 6, 12, 18, or 24dB.

• Default: 18dB.

Gain can be added to the microphone signal to increase the

recorded signal’s amplitude.

If there are two microphones connected to the Song Meter Mini

there are separate gain controls for each microphone.

For the Song Meter Mini Bat, only Right Channel Gain will be

displayed for the optional acoustic microphone.

The default setting of 18dB allows for lower or higher gain

settings. Test recordings should be made to make sure desired

signals are being recorded with enough gain, but not so much as

to cause clipping distortion. If a test recording shows clipping

distortion, lower the gain setting. If a test recording shows a faint

signal, raise the gain setting.

4.10 Location and Time Zone Screen

Location and time can be set in the Location and Time Zone

screen, accessed from the Configuration screen.

• Time zone and location information are embedded in the

metadata of files created by the Song Meter Mini recorder.

• Accurate time zone and location information is required if

sunrise/sunset times are to be used in a recording schedule.

• Location and time zone can also be set when the Song

Meter Mini recorder is first paired with the Configurator app

on a device (see section 4.5).

Set Location to Address

Specify a location based on a street address using Google maps’

database. This will automatically update the location’s latitude and

longitude, and will be represented by the pin on the map.

Latitude/Longitude

Manually enter latitude and longitude information. Tap the Set

icon to update. This will also automatically update the address,

and will be represented by the pin on the map.

Address

Latitude/Longitude

Set

Select time zone

Zoom to

current location

Set

Tap this icon to scroll the map view to the manually entered

address or latitude/longitude.

Tap the Set icon to update newly entered latitude and longitude.

Zoom to Current Location

Tap this icon to center the Pin in the Map view.

Map

If the mobile device is connected to the internet, the map view

displays the manually entered location on a map. It is also

possible to tap on the map to create a “pinned” location. The

address and longitude/latitude for the pinned location are then

displayed above.

Select Time Zone

By default, time zone is based on the mobile device.

Tap the set button to instantly set the recorder to the device’s

current location and dismiss the time zone setting pop up

window.

When manually programming a location for the Song Meter Mini

recorder, it is also possible to manually select a time zone. Use the

UTC menu to select the time zone offset.

4.11 Ultrasonic Transect Mode

Transect Mode allows the Song Meter Mini Bat to be used in a

mobile application. The Song Meter Mini Bat can be transported

from location to location while in trigger-record mode. In Transect

mode, the Song Meter Mini Bat uses the paired mobile device's

GPS location to embed accurate location metadata into each

WAV/ZC file, and to log the recorder's path to a .kml file.

• Transect mode is available only for the ultrasonic

microphone on the Song Meter Mini Bat.

• Transect mode allows the Song Meter Mini Bat to be used as

a mobile, attended recorder.

• Each recording made during a transect mode session will

have embedded location information based on the mobile

device GPS.

• At the end of the transect session a .kml file (Compatible

with Google Earth) is generated and can be deleted or

shared.

• The Song Meter Mini Bat must be paired with the

Configurator app in order for Transect mode to be available.

• Transect mode is available via the Paired Configuration

Editor screen.

• When Transect mode is engaged, any current recording

schedule is suspended. When Transect mode is disengaged,

any current recording schedule will be active again.

• When Transect mode is engaged, the Song Meter Mini Bat is

in trigger record mode.

• Transect mode can be disengaged manually or will be

disengaged if the Song Meter Mini is no longer paired with

the Configurator app.

Engage Transect Mode

1. Pair the Song Meter Mini Bat with the Configurator app

2. Tap the Configure icon to open the Paired Configuration Editor

screen.

3. Tap the Transect arrow to enter the Transect screen.

The current location of the device, based on GPS, is displayed in

the Transect screen.

NOTE: The map display relies on Google Maps and will only be

visible if the Android/iOS device is currently connected to Wi-Fi or

cellular. If the device is not connected, accurate GPS information will

still be embedded to audio files and the .kml file.

4. Press the Start Transect button. The Song Meter Mini Bat will go

into Trigger-wait mode.

• When an ultrasonic sound triggers the Song Meter Mini to

record, the current GPS position is embedded in the

recording file.

• The recording location is also displayed in the Transect

screen.

• The visible path of the recording session can be toggled on

or off at any time.

Current location

Start Transect

button

Center view

Map/satellite view

Paths view

NOTE: If there is no SD card inserted in the recorder, or if the SD

card is full, the Start Transect button will be greyed out and

unavailable.

5. Press the Stop Transect button to end the Transect recording

session.

• The Song Meter Mini Bat will revert to the currently

programmed recording schedule.

• A window will open providing the option to name, delete, or

share a .kml file.

o KML (Keyhole Markup Language) is a file format

created for storing geographic data and associated

content with Google Earth. A .kml file can be opened

in other applications which also support this format.

o The .kml file contains references to each recording

made in the session, including GPS location. The .kml

file is a text file and can be manually edited with a

simple text application.

4.12 Schedule Editor

The Schedule Editor is accessed on the Configure screen (see

section 4.7).

A schedule specifies when the Song Meter Mini recorder is in

record mode. When not in scheduled record mode, the Song

Meter Mini recorder goes to sleep, which conserves battery

power.

• The recording schedule can be edited directly on a paired

recorder or within a saved configuration.

• When the Song Meter Mini Bat is in record mode it will only

actually record when there is an ultrasonic trigger and

continues recording until the Trigger Window has been

satisfied.

Calculators

Presets

Add Date Range

Mode

Schedule block

Start Time

Duty Cycle

End Time

Add Sched Block

Estimate Battery and Card Life

Tap the Estimate Battery and Card Life icon to open the Estimate

Battery and Card Life utility.

This utility estimates battery and SD card life for different battery

types and card sizes, using the currently programmed schedule

and settings.

• Deployment start date: tap the calendar icon to select the

deployment start date. The Use Current Date slider must be

set to off before you can select another date.

• SD Card size: tap to select current card or choose another

card size.

NOTE: Estimate is based on a high-quality SD memory card that has

been reformatted and is completely empty.

• Battery type: tap to select current battery or choose

another battery type and size.

NOTE: If current battery is selected, estimate will be based on the

current battery charge. If another type of battery is selected, the

calculation will be based on fully charged batteries at room

temperature.

• Card will be full on: gives the estimated date when the SD

card will be full.

• Battery Life depleted on: gives the estimated date when

the battery life will be depleted.

Show on Calendar

Tap the Show on Calendar icon to visually check schedules on a

calendar.

• Color coding displays the day, night, and acoustic/ultrasonic

recording schedule.

• Scroll the date at the top of the window to show

sunrise/sunset times for any date based on currently

programmed location.

• Scroll the calendar view to show the currently programmed

daily recording schedule.

Song Meter Mini

Song Meter Mini Bat

NOTE: When using a Song Meter Mini Bat with the optional acoustic

microphone installed it is possible to create one schedule for both

microphones. However, where Acoustic and Ultrasonic recording

are scheduled for the exact same time, recording in Acoustic mode

will override Ultrasonic mode.

Preset Schedules

The Configurator app includes preset schedules for ultrasonic

(when paired with a Song Meter Mini Bat only) and acoustic

recording schedules.

Tap the schedule menu to select different preset schedules. If a

customized schedule is currently programmed, this menu will

display “Custom Schedule”

When a preset schedule is selected, it is automatically loaded onto

the Song Meter Mini recorder.

Preset schedules for ultrasonic recording (Song Meter Mini Bat

only) are:

• Record bats 24 hours a day (subject to triggering).

• Record bats from sunset to sunrise (subject to triggering).

• Record bats 30 min before sunset to 30 min after sunrise

(subject to triggering).

Preset schedules for acoustic recording (both models) are:

• Record birds/frogs 24 hours a day.

• Record birds/frogs for 30 minutes of every hour.

• Record birds/frogs for 5 minutes of every hour.

• Record birds/frogs from sunrise to sunset.

• Record birds/frogs 2 hours around sunrise and 2 hours

around sunset.

When a preset schedule is selected, the schedule settings are

displayed and can be immediately edited.

MODE (Song Meter Mini Bat Only)

This option is only available for a Song Meter Mini Bat with the

optional acoustic microphone installed.

MODE determines whether an individual schedule block will use

the ultrasonic or acoustic microphone.

• A schedule can be created which utilizes multiple schedule

blocks. Each schedule block can be set to use either the

ultrasonic or the acoustic microphone.

• Each schedule block has its own MODE setting which applies

to that specific schedule block only.

• A Song Meter Mini Bat can alternate between ultrasonic and

acoustic recording periods, but both modes CANNOT be

utilized simultaneously.

• A schedule that uses both ultrasonic and acoustic schedule

blocks can only be loaded only onto a Song Meter Mini Bat

that has the second optional acoustic microphone installed.

NOTE: Attempting to load a configuration file to a recorder that has

incompatible schedule blocks will fail. The file will not load, and an

error message will be displayed.

Add Date Range/Remove Date Range

• This function is available separately for each schedule block.

• If no Date Range is specified, the schedule block will repeat

indefinitely every 24 hours.

• If a Date Range is specified, the schedule block will work

within that specified range.

• Each schedule block can have it’s own start and end dates.

• Start and end dates of schedule blocks can overlap.

• This allows for complex programming of recording

schedules over time.

When Add Date Range is enabled for a schedule block, additional

fields are displayed. At the top of the schedule block, a START

DATE is displayed. This is the date on which the following

schedule block will commence.

At the end of the schedule block, DAY DUTY CYCLE and END

DATE fields are displayed.

Duty Cycle specifies what will happen within the Start and End

dates.

• Always means the schedule block will be enabled

continuously between the Start and End times.

• Cycle provides Month and Day settings for Duty On and

Duty Off. The schedule block will be cycled between the

specified number of days on and specified number of days

off between the start and end dates.

NOTE: When Add Date Range is enabled for a schedule block, the

default Start Date will be the current month and day according to

the Android/iOS device. The default End Date will be set to the day

before the current Android/iOS date. These default settings run the

schedule block every day of the year.

NOTE: If a Date Range is removed from a schedule block, that

schedule block returns to repeating every 24 hours.

START

Specifies the start time of the recording schedule block.

• Start time can be based on a specific Time, Sunrise, or

Sunset.

• If Time is selected, the start time of the schedule block is

entered in hours and minutes.

• Sunrise and sunset times are calculated based on the time

and location currently programmed in the recorder.

• If Sunrise or Sunset is chosen, the available parameters

include plus or minus, hours, and minutes. For example,

Sunrise + 1:00 would mean the schedule block starts one

hour after sunrise.

DUTY CYCLE

Specifies what will happen within the Start and End times.

• Always means the recorder will be in record mode

continuously between the Start and End times.

• Cycle provides hour and minute settings for Duty On and

Duty Off.

END

Specifies the end time of the schedule block.

• End time can be based on a specific Time, Sunrise, or Sunset.

• If Time is selected, the end time of the schedule block is

entered in hours and minutes.

• If Sunrise or Sunset is chosen, the available parameters

include plus or minus, hours, and minutes. For example,

Sunrise + 1:00 would mean the schedule block ends one

hour after sunrise.

• Sunrise and sunset times are calculated based on the set

date and location of the recorder.

Add/Delete

It is possible to add or delete additional schedule blocks. This

allows creation of complex schedules within a 24-hour cycle.

See next section for examples of building schedules using

blocks.

4.13 Schedule Block Examples

This section provides recording schedule examples that

demonstrate how schedule blocks work. Most of these examples

are built into the app and can be selected as starting points for

customized schedules.

A schedule specifies the record start and end times, but does not

necessarily result in a single file for the entire period.

• If you are making triggered recordings on the Song Meter

Mini Bat, then the number of recordings for a given schedule

will be determined by the Trigger Settings set in the

Ultrasonic Settings screen, and by bat activity.

• If you are making acoustic recordings on the Song Meter

Mini or Song Meter Mini Bat, the number of recordings for a

given schedule will be determined by the Maximum

Recording Length set in the Acoustic Settings screen, and

the Duty Cycle within the Start and End times of the

recording schedule.

Record Continuously All Hours of Every Day

The following schedule records continuously all day and night, 24

hours per day:

Whenever the start and end times are identical and the Duty Cycle

is set to Always, the schedule will record continuously.

Record Continuously for Part of Each Day

The following schedule records daily from 4:00am to 10:00am:

Record in 5-Minute Segments Every Hour

The following schedule uses the Duty Cycle and records for 5

minutes at the beginning of each hour:

Record from Sunset to Sunrise

The following schedule starts every day at sunset and records until

sunrise on the following day:

Record in Multiple Blocks Relative to Sunset and Sunrise

The following schedule uses two blocks. The first block defines a

period relative to sunrise and the second block defines a period

relative to sunset. The combined result records for 2 hours before

and after sunrise, and 2 hours before and after sunset.

Schedule block 1

records one hour

before sunrise to

one hour after

sunrise

Schedule block 2

records one hour

before sunset to

one hour after

sunset

4.14 Utilities Menu

To access the Utilities menu, tap the Utilities icon at the top right

of the Configure screen. The Utilties menu brings up the following

utilties:

• Test microphone.

• Format SD card.

• Restore recorder to factory defaults.

• Email diagnostics to Wildlife Acoustics.

Test Microphone

This window is used to test the ultrasonic or acoustic microphone

of the recorder. The number displayed shows the current

microphone sensitivity in dBV. The Test Microphone function is

designed to be used with a calibrated signal generator. (see

sections 4.14 and 4.15 for calibration test instructions).

Format SD Card

Formats the SD memory card in the currently paired recorder.

• Use this utility prior to all deployments for optimal

performance and to ensure that the cards are empty.

• Formatting a corrupt SD memory card can sometimes make

it work again; if not, the card may be defective.

• SD cards can also be formatted on the recorder itself,

without using the app (see section 3.2).

WARNING! This procedure erases all data on the SD memory card.

Verify that you have saved any important schedules or recording

files before running this utility.

Restore Recorder To Factory Defaults

Restores the Song Meter Mini recorder to its factory default

configuration.

• Restoring factory defaults will not change the date and time

of the recorder.

• See sections 4.8 and 4.9 for default settings values.

Load Firmware or a Configuration from Card

If there is a firmware update and/or configuration file on the SD

card, this function will load those files to the recorder.

Email Diagnostics to Wildlife Acoustics

Generates a Diagnostics Dump file can then be sent to Wildlife

Acoustics technical support for further analysis.

4.15 Testing the Ultrasonic Microphone

The ultrasonic microphone calibration is bandpass filtered at

40kHz and designed to work with the separate ultrasonic

calibrator available from Wildlife Acoustics.

The calibrator has two modes of operation:

• CAL: Calibration mode is used to test the microphone at

close range.

• CHIRP: Chirp mode is used to test the entire system at a

distance. In Chirp mode loud ultrasonic signals are emitted

that can be picked up by the recorder from some distance.

Analyze the recording files later to verify that the Song

Meter Mini Bat settings are appropriate, and the system is

functioning as expected.

Calibration Mode Microphone Testing

1. Navigate to the Test microphone window under the Utilities

menu.

2. Turn the calibrator ON and set the mode toggle switch to CAL.

3. The calibrator generates a 40kHz tone.

4. Place the Song Meter Mini Bat so its edge touches the on/off and

cal/chirp switches.

5. Observe the dB level in the Test microphone window on the app.

If the value is higher (less negative) than -32dB the microphone

has passed and is ready to use. If the value is lower (more

negative), the microphone has lost some or all of its sensitivity

and should be replaced. For example, a value of -40dB means the

microphone has lost sensitivity, while a value of -30dB means the

microphone passes.

Chirp Mode System Testing

1. Prepare the Song Meter Mini Bat for recording and place it no

more than 20m (65ft) away from the calibrator.

2. Set the calibrator’s toggle switch to CHIRP.

3. The calibrator emits a 100ms long 40kHz (+/- 10Hz) tone every

500ms. The amplitude of the tone is 104dB SPL (+/- 3dB) at 10cm.

4. Make a recording and then analyze the recording file to verify the

system is operating as expected.

WARNING! Do not place the Ultrasonic Calibrator near your ears.

In CHIRP mode, the calibrator emits a 40kHz signal at over 100dB

SPL. Prolonged exposure to high intensity ultrasonic signals may

cause permanent hearing loss at audible frequencies.

4.16 Testing the Acoustic Microphone

The sensitivity of the acoustic microphone can be measured to

test its functionality. The acoustic microphone calibration is

bandpass filtered at 1kHz and is designed to be used with a

standard third-party microphone calibrator.

A standard microphone calibrator will produce a 94dB SPL (1 Pa)

1kHz tone at the microphone.

Note: This procedure is only valid for third-party microphone

calibrators that emit a calibrated 1.0 kHz signal.

1. Navigate to the Test microphone window under the Utilities

menu.

2. Remove the windscreen from the acoustic microphone.

3. Connect the calibrator to the acoustic microphone.

4. Turn the calibrator ON.

5. The calibrator generates a 1kHz tone.

6. Observe the dB level in the Test microphone window. If the value

is higher (less negative) than -16 dB the microphone has passed

and is ready to use. If the value is lower (more negative), the

microphone has lost some or all of its sensitivity and should be

replaced. For example, if the value is -17dB it fails. If the value is -

14dB the microphone passes.

4.17 Configuration Library Screen

• The Configuration Library screen is accessed by tapping the

Configuration Library icon at the bottom of the

Recorders/Configuration Library/App Info screens. Since the

Song Meter Mini has internal memory for a single

configuration, the Configuration Library in the app is where

you can store multiple configuration files. A configuration

file can be downloaded to a paired Song Meter Mini

recorder from the Configurator Library (see section 4.7). A

configuration file consists of settings and a schedule for the

Song Meter Mini recorder.

• Configuration files can be created and saved from the Paired

Configuration screen (see section 4.7).

• Configuration files can be created directly from the

Configuration Library screen.

Saved

configuration files

Delete icon

Share icon

Create new

configuration file

Select buttons for

delete/share

• Saved configuration files can be edited. After making an edit

to a saved configuration file, exiting the edit window will

save the change.

• Configuration files can be shared via standard iOS or

Android protocols.

• A shared configuration file can be copied from a PC to an SD

memory card and the SD card can then be used to program

the configuration into a Song Meter Mini recorder.

NOTE: A saved configuration file can have a specific location and

time zone as part of its settings. The saved location and time zone

will over-ride the currently programmed location and time zone of

a Song Meter Mini recorder when the saved configuration file is

loaded, either to a paired recorder or via an SD card.

How To Create a Configuration File From the Configuration

Library Screen

1. Go to the Configuration Library screen and tap the Plus icon.

2. The Add Configuration utility will open.

3. Choose whether the configuration is intended for a Song Meter

Mini or Song Meter Mini Bat.

4. Tap Configuration Name to open a keyboard.

5. Name the Configuration.

6. Choose a starting schedule.

7. Choose to set location and time zone to match the mobile device

or to set them manually. Choosing manually will take you directly

to the location setting page when you choose OK.

8. Press NEXT .

9. The Saved Configuration Edit screen will open.

10. Adjust the Settings and Schedule as necessary (see section 4.7

onwards).

11. When you are ready to save the configuration, tap its name at the

top of the screen.

12. The Configuration Library screen will open and the saved file will

show in the list of saved configurations.

How To Delete A Saved Configuration File

1. In the Configuration Library screen, select one or more saved

configurations.

2. Tap the Trash icon at the top of the screen to delete the selected

configuration(s).

How To Share A Saved Configuration File

A configuration file can be shared to other iOS/Android devices or

a computer. The configuration file has the file name suffix

“.miniconfig”.

1. In the Configuration Library screen, select one or more saved

configurations.

2. Tap the Share icon at the top of the screen.

3. Choose your preferred method to share the file.

NOTE: Shared configuration files can be transferred from a

computer to an SD memory card. The memory card can then be

used to transfer the configuration directly to the recorder using the

recorder’s LOAD button (see section 3.4).

Edit A Saved Configuration File

1. In the Configuration Library screen, tap on the name of the

configuration you wish to edit.

2. The Saved Configuration screen opens.

3. Edit the settings and schedule (see section 4.7 onwards).

4. Tap the Rename icon at the top of the screen to rename the saved

configuration File.

5. Tap the Configuration name at the top of the screen to return to

the Configuration Library screen.

6. Changes made to a saved configuration file are saved

immediately.

Recording Files

The purpose of the Song Meter Mini recorder is to create audio

files that are embedded with metadata. The files are initially

written to the SD memory card, and from there can be transferred

to a computer for analysis.

A summary file is also created and saved to the SD card. The

summary file is a text file and contains the following information:

• Date

• Time

• Latitude

• Longitude

• Power (V)

• Temp (C)

• # FS files

• # ZC files

• # Scrubbed noise files

5.1 Transferring Recording Files to a Computer

1. After making a recording, remove the SD Memory card from the

recorder.

2. Insert it to an SD card slot or SD card adapter connected to a

computer.

3. The SD card will appear as a standard storage device.

4. Copy the files to the internal drive of the computer.

NOTE: Once the files have been transferred to the computer the SD

card can be erased or reformatted and used again to make more

recordings. Before reformatting the SD card ensure the files are

readable on the computer. It’s also a good idea to back the files up

for long-term storage.

NOTE: When files are transferred from the SD card to a computer,

the number of files listed in the Status screen will not be reset to zero

unless the SD card is reformatted in the recorder, or if the recorder

is powered off, then powered on again.

5.2 WAV Files

The Song Meter Mini and Song Meter Mini Bat create standard

.wav audio files.

• .wav is a digital audio file standard. A .wav file can be played

back by most music playback software as long as the

software supports the sample rate of the file.

• The .wav files created by the Song Meter Mini and Song

Meter Mini Bat contain embedded metadata (see section

5.4).

• The .wav files created by the Song Meter Mini Bat with the

ultrasonic microphone are also known as Full-Spectrum

recordings.

• .wav files are written to a folder called Data on the SD

memory card

NOTE: When using a Song Meter Mini Bat with the optional acoustic

microphone installed, files created using the acoustic microphone

will be written to a folder called Data 2.

5.3 Zero-Crossing Files

The Song Meter Mini Bat can create both .wav and .zc (zero-

crossing) files.

• A .zc file represents an audio signal by counting and

displaying the points where a waveform crosses the zero-

amplitude point.

• .ZC files are much smaller than .wav files, allowing for a

greater number of recordings to be stored to a memory

card.

• A .zc file can only represent a single frequency at a time and

does not contain any amplitude information.

• The .zc files created by the Song Meter Mini Bat contain

embedded metadata (see section 5.4).

• .zc files are written to the Data folder on the SD memory

card.

5.4 Metadata

Metadata is additional information embedded in the recording

file. The Song Meter Mini recorder embeds metadata according to

the GUANO standard. Software that is capable of reading GUANO

format metadata can access the information within the files.

When the Song Meter Mini recorder creates a recording file it

embeds the following metadata:

.wav:

• Firmware Version

• Length

• Loc Position

• Make

• Model

• Original Filename

• Sample rate

• Serial

• Temperature Int

• Timestamp

• WA|Song Meter|Audio settings

• WA|Song Meter|Prefix

.zc

• Firmware Version

• Length

• Loc Position

• Make

• Model

• Original Filename

• Serial

• Temperature Int

• Timestamp

• WA|Song Meter|Audio settings

• WA|Song Meter|Prefix

Analysis Software

6.1 Kaleidoscope Pro

Kaleidoscope Pro analysis software allows you to quickly sort,

label, and identify bird songs, frog calls, and bat identifications

from weeks, months, or even years of recordings. Whether you are

conducting species inventory, presence/absence surveys,

endangered species detection or habitat health monitoring,

Kaleidoscope Pro significantly minimizes the time it takes to find

what you’re looking for. Download it from our website at

www.wildlifeacoustics.com/products/kaleidoscope-pro

Kaleidoscope Pro includes:

Automatic Bat Species Identification

Kaleidoscope Pro’s bat Auto-ID function analyzes recordings of

bat echolocations and automatically suggests the most likely bat

species. Bat Auto-ID results are presented along with other

metadata such as timestamps, temperature, etc., in a table that

can be exported to spreadsheet applications for pivot table and

chart creation.

Cluster Analysis

Kaleidoscope Pro automatically scans recordings and pulls out

distinct sounds and phrases, such as frog calls or bird songs, and

groups them into clusters. Once grouped, you can view, sort and

label each cluster to efficiently analyze your recordings. Customize

cluster settings to help you more easily search for a specific

species or refine for classifiers.

Sound Pressure Level Analysis

The Kaleidoscope Pro SPL Analysis feature allows you to scan

recordings to analyze the noise spectrum, and generate reports of

sound pressure levels in accordance with various standards.

Sound level data is reported in a table that is easily exported into

spreadsheet applications for pivot table and chart creation.

Smart Search and Cloud Storage

Search your recordings based on details such as time,

temperature, identifications, or even spectral qualities of the

recording. Smart Search works on recordings stored locally in your

own PostgresSQL database or in a Kaleidoscope Pro Managed

Cloud Account.

Easy Report Generation

Kaleidoscope Pro presents the cluster or classifier result, along

with other metadata such as timestamps, temperature, etc in a

table that's easily exported into Excel and other applications for

pivot table and chart creation.

15-Day Free Trial

Download Kaleidoscope Pro and use it for FREE for 15 days via

our web site www.wildlifeacoustics.com. (You will need to create and

After your free trial of Kaleidoscope Pro ends, the software will

revert to Kaleidoscope Lite, and you will still be able to view

spectrograms, convert audio files, and listen to your recordings.

6.2 Third-Party Software

The Song Meter Mini creates standard .wav files that can be

opened with most audio applications. The audio application must

be able to support the sample rate of the recorded file.

The Song Meter Mini Bat creates standard .wav files and/or zero

crossing files. The audio application must be able to support the

sample rate of the recorded file, and/or zero-crossing (.zc) format

files.

Specifications

7.1 Physical

Song Meter Mini

Song Meter Mini Bat

Height:

4.9in (124.4mm)

Width (with no right

microphone):

6.6in (167.6mm)

5.3in (134.6mm)

Depth with lid:

1.4in (35.5mm)

Weight no batteries:

0.42lb (190.5g)

Weight with 4 AA batteries

0.64lb (290g)

Power options

4 AA-size alkaline or NiHM batteries

2, 4 or 6 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion

batteries using the optional lithium lid

Storage type

1 SDHC/SDXC flash card slot (Class 4 or

greater)

Storage capacity

Up to 2TB

Material:

Polycarbonate

Environmental:

Fully weatherproof

Operating Temp

-4°F to +185°F or -20°C to 85°C

Warranty

2 Years recorder and ultrasonic

microphone

7.2 Audio and Microphones

Audio

Song Meter Mini

Song Meter Mini Bat

Recording Format:

16-bit PCM .wav

16-bit PCM .wav and/or

Zero-Crossing (.zc)

Sample Rate:

8,000 – 96,000Hz

192, 256, 384, 500kHz

Record channels

(with optional mic)

Left, right, stereo

Ultrasonic or Acoustic

High Pass Filter

2-pole 100Hz

2-pole 8kHz

Anti-Alias Filter

-5.0 dB @ 0.4 fs, -12

dB @ 0.6 fs

N/A

Low Pass Filter

N/A

2-Pole 191 kHz

Acoustic Microphone

• Directional Characteristic: Omni-Directional

• Sensitivity: -11.0 ±4 dBfs/pa @ 1kHz, 0dB gain

• Signal to Noise Ratio: 78dB Typ. at 1kHz (1 Pa, A weighted

network)

• Max Input Sound Level: 99dB SPL Typical.

Ultrasonic Microphone

7.3 Battery Life

Song Meter Mini Battery Life

• 4 Alkaline AA: up to 215 hours

• 4 NiMH AA: up to 180 hours

• 6 Lithium-Ion 18650: up to 1100 hours

(Based on mono recording at 24,000 Hz sample rate)

Song Meter Mini Bat Battery Life for Ultrasonic Recording

• 4 Alkaline AA: up to 25 ten-hour nights

• 4 NiMH AA: up to 20 ten-hour nights

• 6 Lithium-Ion 18650: up to 125 ten-hour nights

(Based on 10% triggering at 256 kHz sample rate)

Song Meter Mini Bat Battery Life for Acoustic Recording

• Battery life is the same as the Song Meter Mini

NOTE: Battery life can vary based on how the recorder is used,

quality, charge, and type of battery and other conditions such as

operating temperature. All estimations of battery life for deployment

are based on fully charged, high quality batteries. Energizer’s brand

of AA alkaline batteries or Wildlife Acoustics’ brand lithium-ion

batteries are recommended. Based on their low power consumption

in our tests, we recommend SanDisk SDHC/SDXC cards from a

reliable vendor (to avoid counterfeits). Recording times will vary with

other brands.

Current Consumption

• Acoustic recording (at 24 kHz sample rate): 70 mW typical

• Ultrasonic recording (triggered at 256 kHz sample rate): 140

mW typical

• Ultrasonic recording (armed at 256 kHz sample rate): 50mW

typical

• Sleeping between scheduled recording periods: 0.5 mW

typical

Warranty and Disclosures

Except as specifically provided herein, Wildlife Acoustics makes no warranty of any kind, express

or implied, with respect to this product.

Hardware Limited Warranty

Product

Components

Warranty Period

Song Meter Mini

All components (excluding microphones and

accessories)

2 Years

Song Meter Mini Bat

All components including built-in ultrasonic

microphone

2 Years

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EN 45014)

Manufacturer:

Wildlife Acoustics, Inc.

3 Mill and Main Place, Suite 210

Maynard, MA 01754

United States of America

Declares that the following product:

Product Name: Song Meter Mini and Mini Bat

Product Type: Bioacoustics Recorder

Conforms to the appropriate country standards and governing regulations listed below. As the manufacturer, we are fully responsible for the design and

production of the above-mentioned equipment.

•

Federal Communications Commission Rules Part 15, Class

•

AS CISPR 11, 2017, Industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) radio-frequency equipment – electromagnetic disturbance characteristics – limits

and methods of measurement, Class B

•

EN 55011, 2016, Industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) radio-frequency equipment – Electromagnetic disturbance characteristics – Limits and

methods of measurement, Class B

•

ICES-003, 2012, Industry Canada, Interference-Causing Equipment Standard, Digital Apparatus, Class B

•

EN61326, 2013 Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory use EMC Requirements

•

EN61000-4-2 Electrostatic Discharge

•

EN61000-4-3 Radiated Electromagnetic Fields

This product was tested in a typical configuration.

Ian Agranat, President

Wildlife Acoustics, Inc.

February, 8, 2020

ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user

will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Wildlife Acoustics, Inc. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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US 7,782,195

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Updated on January 12, 2021