TABLE OF CONTENTS QUICK START GUIDE CAMERA OVERVIEW SETTING UP HOW TO USE CAUTIONS AND WARRANTY CONTACT 2 4 6 14 21 26 USER MANUAL
QUICK START Quick Start 1 Slide the door up to open. 2 Insert the microSD card. 3 Insert the battery. 4 Slide the Record Slider forward to record. Slide it back to stop recording.
QUICK START S/N: S/N: Contour+2 User Manual S/N: 31
CAMERA OVERVIEW CAMERA DIAGRAM KEY A Battery Status B Memory Status C GPS Status D Record Status E Record Slider F Record Slider Lock G Bluetooth Button and Status H Rotating Lens I Microphone Jack J Battery Slot K Battery Latch L Card Format Button M USB Port N 1-2 Switch O Connect View Slot P microSD Card Slot Q HDMI Port R Microphone S Laser Line 32 D F E G A B C H U I
I I L M M M CAMERA OVERVIEW L M J J T T P P Q WATERPROOF CASE DIAGRAM KEY E T Status Button U TRails Lock V TRails W Cover Latch O D R D T T U U U V W Contour+2 User Manual O E U V R Q T T K K Q Q H H N N S S W 33
SETTING UP SETTING UP Download Contour Connect mobile app for your Android or iOS device (available on Google Play and the iTunes App Store) or Contour Storyteller on your PC/Mac. The link below will help you set up your camera to make sure it is registered, ensure your camera has the latest GPS Assist file, update the time on your camera, and get the settings dialed to your custom configuration. Go to http://contour.
SETTING UP S/N: Charging The Battery + Slide the door up to open and insert the battery. (As indicated on pg. 2). + Connect your camera to a PC/Mac using the supplied USB Cable. (As indicated above). + The Battery Status LED indicates the charge level of the battery. It will change colors from red, to yellow, to green as the battery charges. + Charge is fully complete when the Battery Status LED turns green. This can take up to three hours.
SETTING UP Do not attempt to format the microSD Card if the battery is not charged. Also do not remove the battery when formatting the microSD Card. Formatting The microSD Card Format the microSD Card prior to recording so your camera is able to properly read and write to it. Caution: formatting the card will erase everything on it. Check that the Record Slider is in the off position. Open the back of your camera then press and hold the Format Button until the camera beeps (three to five seconds).
SETTING UP Camera Status Press and release the Status Button on the back of your camera to activate the Laser Line, and display status of Battery, Memory, and GPS. The camera will power off after 15 seconds or if you press the Status Button again. Battery Status LED Green: 50% or more. Yellow: 20 to 50%. Red: 20% or less. Red Flashing: The battery is almost fully discharged. No LED: The battery is fully drained and must be charged. Contour+2 User Manual Memory Status LED Green: 50% or more.
SETTING UP Adjusting Camera Settings 1-2 Switch The 1-2 Switch on the back of your camera allows you to preset your Contour+2 with two different configurations that can be easily changed in the field. The settings for each switch position can be set up using Contour Storyteller or by using the Contour Connect mobile app on your Android or iOS device.
SETTING UP Recording + Start Recording: Move the Record Slider Lock so that the red square is not showing and then slide the Record Slider forward. Your camera will power on, beep once, and the Record Status LED will turn red, indicating that the camera is now recording a video. + Stop Recording: Slide the Record Slider back. Your camera will beep twice, and the Record Status LED will switch off, indicating that your camera has stopped recording and is powered off.
SETTING UP Mounting Your Camera Getting the best shot depends only on your creativity. Contour offers a wide range of mounts that let you put the camera just about anywhere, so be creative. Remember that your Contour+2 has a wide-angle lens and objects that are far away will seem smaller than you expect in your videos. Alignment Your Contour+2 has a Laser Line that helps ensure you have the horizon properly aligned in your videos.
SETTING UP Adhesive Mounts Clean and dry the mounting surface before applying an adhesive mount. We suggest cleaning the surface with a small amount of alcohol and applying the mount at room temperature. Let the adhesive cure for 24 hours before use. Waterproof Case + Press firmly to position your camera at the back of the case and close the Cover Latch to lock tight. + Press the Status Button on the back of the case to activate the camera's Status Button. + Start and stop recording with top Record Slider.
HOW TO USE USING YOUR GPS Your Contour+2 has a GPS Receiver built in to capture your current location, speed, and elevation with every video. How it Works Whenever you press the Status Button, the Bluetooth Button, or begin recording, the GPS Receiver is turned on and begins calculating a Position Fix for your current position. As soon as it has a Position Fix your Contour+2 can start recording GPS data. Your Contour+2 will still record video even if the GPS system has not obtained a Position Fix.
HOW TO USE Pressing the Status Button turns the GPS on for a few minutes to help ensure that GPS data will be captured before you begin recording. The GPS Status LED will change from flashing to solid green when a Position Fix is obtained. A flashing green LED means it is still trying to get a Position Fix. You can also reduce the time it takes to get an initial Position Fix by connecting the camera to Contour Storyteller or the Contour Connect mobile app.
HOW TO USE HOW TO GET THE BEST GPS PERFORMANCE Your Contour+2 is most efficient in obtaining a Position Fix when it is under an open sky. Some factors that can improve the camera’s ability to get a Position Fix include: + Be outdoors. GPS will not work indoors or under overhead obstructions. + Avoid tall buildings, cliffs, or objects blocking the view to the sky or horizon. + Avoid being in a natural or urban canyon where the satellite signals can bounce around before getting to the camera.
HOW TO USE Troubleshooting the GPS system Under ideal conditions (see Getting A Position Fix pg 14), your Contour+2 can obtain an initial Position Fix within 10 seconds. If your camera has not obtained a Position Fix within two minutes, follow these steps: + Connect to Contour Storyteller or the Contour Connect mobile app to install the latest GPS Assist file to the camera. + Take your Contour+2 outside and ensure you're under an open sky. + Press and release the Status Button.
HOW TO USE ADDITIONAL FEATURES Bluetooth The Contour+2 allows you to connect to your iOS and Android devices right out of the box via Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, and a Connect View card preinstalled in the camera. Bluetooth can be used to preview your shot, check the status of the camera prior to recording, adjust the camera’s settings, and remotely control recording. For additional information about using your camera with Bluetooth, visit http://contour.
HOW TO USE You can use many types of micophones with the Contour+2 and different mics work better for different conditions. This is not a powered port. If you wish to use a powered mic, the mic will need to use an external power source. Live Streaming / Playback The Contour+2 has the ability to stream HD video using the HDMI port on the back of the camera. This allows the camera to connect to a wireless transmitter or any other HDMI capable device and provide a real time view from the camera.
HOW TO USE Downloading Files Directly From The Camera In addition to using Contour Storyteller to download videos from your camera, this can also be done manually without the use of Contour Storyteller. + + + + Connect the camera to any PC or Mac using the supplied USB cable. The camera will be listed as a removable device. Navigate to the camera on your computer. Video and still image files are located in the \DCIM\100MEDIA directory Video files can be copied to your computer and played with any .
CAUTIONS AND WARRANTY CAUTIONS AND WARRANTY This Important Product Information Guide contains regulatory, safety, handling, disposal and recycling information, as well as the 1 year limited warranty for your Contour+2 camera. Warning: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other injury or damage. Read all safety information below and operating instructions before using Contour+2 camera to avoid injury.
CAUTIONS AND WARRANTY Correct Disposal of this product This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use proper return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased.
CAUTIONS AND WARRANTY Industry Canada This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel broulleur du Canada. Repairing or Modifying Never attempt to repair or modify a Contour+2 camera yourself. Disassembling Contour+2 camera, including the removal of external screws, may cause damage that is not covered under the warranty.
CAUTIONS AND WARRANTY (including data stored on Product returned to Manufacturer for service), and assumes no liability for such loss. Purchaser assumes all liability, and as such releases Manufacturer from any liability, for any accident, injury, damage, death, loss, illegal activity or any other claim that may occur resulting from or during use of the Product, whether or not such use is foreseeable by Manufacturer.
CAUTIONS AND WARRANTY Contour Disclaimer All purchasers, users, and any or all parties involved or engaging in the use of Contour, Inc. (“Contour”) products agree to the following: + Contour does not promote or endorse high risk, careless and/or dangerous actions when using its products. + Contour is not liable for any use or misuse of Contour Products or any video captured that may be considered illegal.
CONTACT WE ARE HERE TO HELP If service is required on your camera or accessory, contact our Technical Support team for troubleshooting and to obtain an RMA Number (Return Materials Authorization) if needed. You may be asked to provide a proof of purchase at this time. Please do not send any product back to Contour without first obtaining an RMA Number or Sales Return Authorization directly from Contour. Contour will, at its sole discretion, replace or repair the product. Email: support@contour.
