Garmin VIRB Elite Quick Start Manual Download Page 2

Introduction

 WARNING

See the 

Important Safety and Product Information

 guide in the 

product box for product warnings and other important 

information.
It is your responsibility to use the device in a safe manner. 

Garmin® will not be responsible for any property damage, 

injuries or deaths resulting from any use of this device in any 

activities.

Installing a Memory Card

You must install a microSD™ memory card up to 64GB to use 

your device. For optimal performance, use a class 10 or better 

memory card.

1

Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the 

cover.

2

If necessary, remove the battery pack.

3

In the battery compartment, slide the card holder 

À

 toward 

the lens, and lift up.

4

Place the memory card 

Á

 with the gold contacts facing 

down.

5

Close the card holder.

6

Slide the card holder away from the lens to lock it.

7

Replace the battery pack.

8

Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise.

Installing the Battery Pack

 WARNING

This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent the 

possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by 

battery exposure to extreme heat, store the device out of direct 

sunlight.

1

Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the 

cover.

2

Locate the metal contacts on the end of the lithium-ion 

battery.

3

Insert the battery into the compartment, contacts first.

4

Press the battery into place.

5

Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise.

Charging the Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

NOTICE

To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the mini-USB port, the 

weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging or 

connecting to a computer.
Do not attempt to use the device to charge a battery that was 

not provided by Garmin. Attempting to charge a battery that was 

not provided by Garmin can damage the device and void the 

warranty.

NOTE: 

The battery will not charge when outside the 

temperature range of 32 to 114°F (0 to 45°C).
You can charge the battery using a standard wall outlet or a 

USB port on your computer. You can also use an optional 

battery charger accessory. Go to 

www.garmin.com/outdoor

 for 

more information.

1

Pull up the weather cap 

À

 from the mini-USB port 

Á

.

2

Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port.

3

Plug the USB end of the cable into the AC adapter or a 

computer USB port.

4

Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.
When you connect the device to a power source, the device 

turns on. The LED is orange while the battery is charging.

5

Charge the battery completely.
The LED turns green when the battery is fully charged.

6

Remove the USB cable and fully close the weather cap.

Attaching the Device to the Mount

When attaching the device to the mount, the recommended 

temperature range is from 70° to 100°F (21° to 38°C).
Your device includes an assortment of mounting bases and 

arms, which can be used in many configurations. These 

instructions provide an example of one possible configuration. 

You can also purchase additional mounts for your device, such 

as wearable mounts, vehicle mounts, or a tripod mount. Go to 

www.garmin.com/outdoor

 for more information.

NOTE: 

By default, the camera should be mounted with the 

screen facing up to record correctly oriented video. You can 

adjust the settings to record with the screen facing down 

(

page 4

).

1

Thoroughly clean the mounting surface using water or 

alcohol.

2

Remove the film from the base 

À

, and press the base firmly 

onto the mounting surface.
You can use either the flat base or the curved base, 

depending on the contour of the mounting surface.

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