Recording tips and essentials
Important tips
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Check battery level and memory before every use
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Replace batteries proactively
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Keep the recorder unobstructed and close to the conversation
Recording Quality Tips (All Devices)
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To ensure recordings are usable:
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Turn off TVs, radios and noisy appliances
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Avoid background noise (e.g. boiling kettles)
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Keep dogs and young children away if possible
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Set up calmly and avoid rushing
If you are contacted unexpectedly and cannot record, explain it is an inconvenient time and arrange a call back.
Test Your Equipment Now (Required)
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Please test both devices now as part of this briefing.
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Video recorder test
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Make a short 20–30 second video recording
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Stop the recording
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Confirm the file has saved correctly
Audio recorder test
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Make a short 20–30 second audio recording
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Stop the recording
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Confirm the file has saved and plays back
You do not need to delete test recordings – Mindset will remove these once the equipment is returned.
Test Again Before Every Call or Meeting
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Before each interaction with NFU Mutual:
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Check battery levels on both devices
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Check memory / available recording time
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Start both recordings 5–10 minutes early and confirm they are running
