The 1-2 Switch
The 1-2 switch located at the back of the camera allows you to preset your with two
different configuration settings. You can then easily switch between two completely different
configurations when in the field without having to plug back in to a computer. For each position
you can preset key values such as resolution, exposure, contrast, audio level, GPS power
management, and metering.
The factory default for position 1 sets the resolution to 1080p at 30 frames per second. The
default for position 2 is usually set to 720p resolution at 60 frames per second. For both
positions the default exposure is set to -1 which is intended for bright, sunny days. You can
change the configuration parameters for each switch position by connecting your camera to
your computer with the mini-USB cable and changing the settings with StoryTeller Software
(Tools » Configure Camera).
White Balance
Your allows you control of your camera’s white balance settings. White balance is the
adjustment that your eyes automatically make to account for the different color casts caused by
different types of lighting. For example, fluorescent lights tend to cast a blue/green light and
incandescent lights tend to cast a yellow light. This is referred to as color temperature.
Our previous cameras automatically set a white balance, meaning that they made a best guess
at adjusting for color temperature. The also has this auto white balance setting, but
if you know that you are going to be filming under specific conditions you can manually set the
white balance in the Camera Configuration menu in the Lighting tab.
Bluetooth
The is equipped with a bluetooth module that allows certain mobile devices to act
as a viewfinder for your camera when in standby mode. This means that you can be sure your
camera is lined up to capture the shot before you start recording. In addition, the mobile app
allows you to conveniently view and change your camera’s configuration settings while in the
field without having to connect the camera to a computer.
To see if your mobile device is supported by our cameras visit
www.contour.com/mobile
. The
will only connect to devices listed there.
ConnectView Card
If you are going to connect your camera to one of the supported Apple iOS devices, your
camera will need to use a ConnectView card. This card contains an authorization chip and is
already included and installed in your . It is in the slot [L] between the battery and the
microSD card.
ConnectView is specifically made for: iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4 (both AT&T and Verizon), and iPod
touch (3rd and 4th generations). Your device must be running iOS 4.2.1 or greater in order to
install and run the Contour Camera app.
Prepare You Device
You will need to install the Contour Camera app on your iOS device. The app is a free download
