This document provides instructions for auditing an audio recorder. It outlines how to check that the recorder has batteries, cables, and an empty SD card. It also describes how to navigate menus, set the recording format, check inputs, initialize the SD card, monitor audio, adjust levels, and finalize recordings. Additional details are provided on attaching an external microphone and best practices for setup and recording quiet audio. The document is intended to familiarize the user with the proper use and setup of an audio recorder through a checklist.