Garmin VIRB XE Auto Racing Bundle, VIRB XE Cycling Bundle User Manual
VIRB® X/XE
Owner’s Manual
June 2016 190-01870-00_0C
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Table of Contents
Introduction.....................................................................1
Opening the Front Cover............................................................ 1
Installing a Memory Card............................................................ 1
Installing the Desiccant Pack...................................................... 1
Installing the Battery................................................................... 1
Charging the Battery................................................................... 1
Saving Energy While Charging the Device............................ 2
Attaching the Device to the Mount.............................................. 2
Keys............................................................................................ 2
Turning On the Device................................................................ 2
Turning Off the Device........................................................... 2
Turning the Device On and Off Using the Recording
Switch.................................................................................... 2
Home Screen Overview.............................................................. 2
Viewing the Sensor Screens.................................................. 3
Status Bar Icons.....................................................................3
Sensor Status Icons............................................................... 3
Video................................................................................ 3
Recording a Video...................................................................... 3
Video Settings.............................................................................3
Video Modes.......................................................................... 3
Field of View Settings............................................................ 4
Setting the Video Format....................................................... 4
Pro Settings........................................................................... 4
Recording Video Automatically................................................... 4
Recording a Time-Lapse Video.................................................. 4
Recording a Video Loop............................................................. 5
Connecting a Cabled External Microphone or Audio Source..... 5
Live Viewfinder........................................................................... 5
Outputting Composite Video.................................................. 5
Photos............................................................................. 5
Taking a Photo............................................................................5
Photo Settings............................................................................ 5
Photo Modes.......................................................................... 5
Taking a Delayed Photo............................................................. 5
Taking Time-Lapse Photos......................................................... 6
G-Metrix........................................................................... 6
G-Metrix Overlays....................................................................... 6
ANT+ Sensors................................................................. 6
Pairing Your ANT+ Sensors....................................................... 6
Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin
Device.................................................................................... 6
Removing Paired ANT+ Sensors........................................... 6
Bluetooth Devices.......................................................... 6
Connecting a Wireless External Microphone.............................. 6
Connecting an OBD-II Device.....................................................7
Removing Paired Bluetooth Devices.......................................... 7
Applications.................................................................... 7
Operating the Device Using Your Mobile Device....................... 7
Wi‑Fi Modes........................................................................... 7
Wireless Settings................................................................... 7
VIRB Edit.................................................................................... 7
Remote Control...............................................................7
Controlling the Device Remotely................................................ 7
Controlling Multiple VIRB Devices Remotely.............................. 7
Device Information......................................................... 8
System Settings.......................................................................... 8
Inverting the Camera Orientation........................................... 8
Time and Date Settings......................................................... 8
Erasing Your Memory Card........................................................ 8
Device Care................................................................................ 8
Cleaning the Device
Connecting the Device to Your Computer.................................. 8
File Types.............................................................................. 8
Specifications..............................................................................8
............................................................... 8
Troubleshooting............................................................. 9
My device does not turn on.........................................................9
My device display is hard to see................................................. 9
Some data is missing from G-Metrix...........................................9
My video recordings do not look smooth.................................... 9
My device turns off when I stop recording video........................ 9
Extending the Battery Life.......................................................... 9
Getting More Information............................................................ 9
Appendix......................................................................... 9
Software License Agreement......................................................9
Symbol Definitions...................................................................... 9
Index.............................................................................. 10
Table of Contents i
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.
Opening the Front Cover
You must open the front cover to install the battery, memory
card, and anti-fog desiccant pack.
Grip the top and bottom of the latch À and pull to open the
1
latch.
Open the front cover.
2
Installing a Memory Card
You must install a microSD™ memory card to use your device.
For optimal performance, use a class 10 or better memory card.
Open the front cover.
1
Insert the memory card À into the memory card slot with the
2
contacts facing the lens.
Insert the desiccant tray into the desiccant slot.
3
Close and latch the front cover.
4
The indicator dot on the desiccant pack turns pink when the
desiccant pack becomes saturated. Heat the desiccant pack at
85°C (185°F) for 60 minutes to dry the desiccant pack for reuse.
Installing the Battery
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.
Open the front cover.
1
Locate the metal contacts on the end of the lithium-ion
2
battery.
Insert the battery À into the compartment, contacts first.
3
Press in the card until it clicks.
3
Close and latch the front cover.
4
Installing the Desiccant Pack
WARNING
Do not eat desiccant packs. Desiccant packs contain silica,
which may cause irritation in your digestive system. Desiccant
packs are harmful if swallowed by an infant or pet due to
choking hazard.
You should install an anti-fog desiccant pack for optimal
performance and fog resistance.
Open the front cover.
1
Insert the desiccant pack into the desiccant tray À.
2
Press the battery into place.
4
Close and latch the front cover.
5
Charging the Battery
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly clean and dry the contacts and
the surrounding area on the side of the device before charging
or connecting to a computer. Refer to the cleaning instructions in
the appendix.
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.
Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.
1
Align the charger posts with the contacts on the side of the
2
device, and press the charger À until it clicks.
Charge the battery completely.
3
Introduction 1
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