V.I.O. POV.1 - Manual (Page 40)

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• your helmet visor
• the handlebars or wheel of a bike or motorcycle
• your skis or ski boots
• your snowboard or surfboard
• the front of a vehicle, boat, snowmobile or jet ski
• the barrel of a rifle
If you are in a race you might want to consider mounting the camera so that
it faces behind you. This lets you capture the other competitors actions and
emotions as they try to catch up with you or pass you. Be careful to check
the video on the POV.1 screen when setting up the shot to double-check the
point of view.
Another good shot is one that lets viewers see you in the frame and captures
your reaction to all the action. To set up this type of shot mount the camera
head about 18 to 24 inches in front of you so that it points back at your face.
For a shot that gives viewers a greater sense of speed, try mounting the
camera head closer to the ground (or water).
For smooth helmets, such as snowmobile, motorcycle or non-vented biking
helmets, try the flat plate base mount with either the foam or Hook and Loop
adhesive patch.
For attaching to a deep vented helmet try using the rounded handlebar
mount secured by some straps or zip ties.
Here are some mounting suggestions for specific uses of the POV.1:
• Bike/motorcycle - try mounting the camera head to your helmet,
handlebars, seat post, or wheel guard.
• Car/Truck - Four-wheelers often have many racks and bars to provide
a variety of mounting options. If you are driving off-road or in wet
weather check your lens for mud and debris. Rinse any dirt off before
wiping the lens to avoid scratching it.
• Skiing - You can mount the camera on your helmet, use the headstrap
mount, or even mount it on your boot. Keep a lens cloth handy to wipe
the lens in case snow or water sprays onto the lens.