^yep, Canadian here.
The default gain setting is -12dB. I am assuming that this is the unity setting or close to it.
I did a battery test with Duracell alkalines and the recorder shut off at 1h50min (DSDFIFF all other settings off). I turned it back on and got another 10min. I recently bought a smart battery charger, now I just need some reliable high capacity rechargeables. Are the 2000mAh Eneloops the best? What do you guys reccomend?