Editorial Review:

Product Description:
Capture the kind of intense video footage you've always wanted, and all from unique points of view, with the VIO POV1 digital video system that can be attached to your helmet, hat, or handlebars Your fun doesn't end with shooting to you'll have all the components you need to edit (both on-site and off) and share via the Internet using POV Manager's video sharing capabilities so that all of your friends and fans can see your mountain biking, snowboarding, or rock climbing adventures Features: Film incredible point-of-view 720 x 480-resolution imagery by attaching the camera to your hat, helmet, or handlebars to or anywhere else that you can think of Broaden your horizons with a 110-degree field of view in the wide-angle camera head Never miss a stunt with the TAG feature to in LOOP mode, it lets you capture the previous segment of film, discarding the extra time between shots you want to keep CLIP mode records in standard Start to Stop record fashion Get audio with the Monaural Omni directional cable-mounted mic with a 16-bit half duplex resolution and 32kHz sampling, and when voice is required, use the Monaural 8ohm mylar 07W Max speaker Capture your footage in a range of resolutions, view it on the LCD display, and store all of your video on the 1 GB SD card as an MPEG4 AVI Handling and maintenance are easy thanks to the ergonomic, single-handed design of the waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant cam that comes with a wireless remote control If you're editing on your Mac, view your video through Quicktime and edit in iMovie If you're a PC user, install VIO's POV Manager to download, edit, and share footage



Accessories:
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Accessories:

• V.I.O. POV101 Camera Head
• Energizer Compact Digital Camera Charger With 2 AA And 2 AAA NiMH Rechargeable Batteries
• Energizer 15-Minute Battery Charger
• V.I.O. ANL014 6-Inch Flex Mount
• V.I.O. POV102 Remote Control

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Rating: - Awesome for saltwater sailing
I've been using this unit to capture some sailboat racing on Puget Sound.

The mounting hardware that this unit ships with provides a comprehensive solution to just about any mounting challenge. I've used the semi-round mount with the c-clamp on railings on the boat, and I've used the universal mount on other surfaces like an instrument housing and the rear stanchions.

Someone else commented on setting the audio beep as loud as possible. This is a good tip, as sometimes I've wondered if the unit got the command from the remote. Likewise, it's taken me a few trial and errors to figure out aiming.

The CPU and camera head are completely submersible - up to one meter for 30 minutes according to VIO. I've taken some underwater footage in some streams I was fishing, and my sailing footage has seen the equipment sloshed through salt-water waves and foul weather alike. I just rinse it off at home with cold water.

The best part is the new firmware update, which now accommodates up to an 8-gig SD card.

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Rating: - very nice
After several attempts to piece together a workable helmet cam for paintball, I broke down and bought the V.I.O. POV1 Point-of-View Video System. It's a very nice compact setup that works very well for my needs. The video quality is great at the 640x480x30fps setting; you can see paintballs in flight. Higher resolutions up to 720x480 are also available but record time drops a bit as file size increases. The heart of the system is the recorder; it's a seemingly rugged completely digital device with very handy LCD screen and audio built in for in the field playback. The size of the recorder fits a paint pod and carry is easy in a pod pack. (Besides the cost) the biggest down side had been the wireless remote control. The intent is you can start and stop the recorder without having to unpack it from a pack. It's simple but has let me down a couple times resulting in some great missed footage. Unless you can monitor the recorder to make sure it starts, you're better off turning the recorder on and off directly. Over all we are very pleased with the camera and it's quality.

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Rating: - POV rocks for skiing and Kayaking
I've had one of these units for almost a year now and I love it. It took me a couple tries to get the aim right on my ski helmet but when I did it captured sick powder and took my tip eating falls in stride.

This spring I started using it for kayaking and I was super impressed with the image, no fog lens and waterproof nature of the whole unit. I took several gnarly swims and the camera captured everything.

Some hints for success:

1) Trust the double sticky Velcro that comes with the unit. It really does work
2) Spend time with it, get used to it and know how to aim it before trying to capture the "must have footage". I think it took 2 or 3 tries per helmet to get the aim perfect.
3) When using the remote, set the audio "beep" as high as it will go so you can hear it.
4) Keep the unit in your jacket pocket not in your backpack for warmth.
5) Zip ties - Use them and love them. One of the best features of the POV is that you can mount base plates on all your sporting helmets and leave them there while the camera c-clamp slides on to whatever you're doing that day. Once you have your aim dialed in, zip tie the hell out of the plate and you'll never have to mess with it.
6) Purchase a set of AA rechargeable batteries - They are great for 90% of your usage; It saves money and the earth. On long trips without recharge options I use the Lithium batteries and take lots of sets; 5 sets for a Grand Canyon trip and 5 2G cards.