Features

Overview: The Contour+ is a compact, High Definition video camera designed for shooting in extreme conditions. It has a built-in GPS receiver for recording location data from overhead positioning satellites. The camera comes with two Rotating Surface Mounts and a Profile Mount for hands free recording. The Contour+ has a rugged, water-resistant aluminum body.

GPS Receiver: The built-in GPS receiver gives the camera the ability to automatically record location, speed, and elevation data at up to four times per second. This tracking data is synchronized with your video footage to show your adventure on the Google Maps website, along with a map of your location, speed, and elevation data.

HDMI Output: The Contour+ has a mini-HDMI output that allows you to playback videos recorded on the microSD card onto a connected TV in full screen mode. The Power Switch allows you to toggle through the list of thumbnails of available videos. The Record Switch can be used to select, play, pause, and resume play the videos during playback. You can also stream live video through the HDMI port onto a connected TV.

External Microphone Jack: The camera has a 2.5mm sub-mini jack on the bottom for connecting an external microphone for higher quality audio. A 16" microphone adapter cable is included with the camera with a female 3.5mm mini-jack on one end and a 2.5mm sub-mini plug on the other. The external microphone must have a 3.5mm plug.

Bluetooth Connection: The Contour+ has a built-in Bluetooth chip (Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR) that works with the new iOS or Android Contour mobile apps to enable your phone to become a wireless viewfinder. In real-time, you can check what your camera sees and adjust the angle for the best shots. You can also change your camera settings wirelessly, including selecting your video mode, adjusting your microphone sensitivity, changing your lighting conditions, and configuring the GPS. The Bluetooth connection is not for viewing your recorded videos on your phone.

Rotating Lens: The camera is equipped with a 170° super wide-angle F2.8 lens. The lens can be rotated 90° in one direction and 180° in the other to accommodate a wide variety of shooting angles. A rubber lens cover is included to protect the lens when not in use.

Water-Resistant: The Contour+ has a water-resistant design which protects the camera from precipitation, moisture, and water spray. Unlike the ContourROAM, the Contour+ is not waterproof. A waterproof case (item # 8063325) is available for scuba diving or wakeboarding, providing protection down to 60 meters below the surface.

Simple Controls: The Contour+ has a large, sliding switch on the top of the camera. Pushed forward, the camera begins recording; pushed back, the camera stops recording. The Power Button on the back turns on the camera and  activates two front-mounted lasers (to indicate the orientation of the lens and aid with leveling the camera). It also turns on the battery and memory status LEDs (Green: 50% or more capacity, Yellow: 20%-50% capacity, Red: 20% or less capacity).

Selectable Shooting Modes: The Contour+ can record HD video (H.264) in three different resolutions: Full HD (1920 x 1080p, 16:9 aspect ratio, 30 frames per second), Tall HD (1280 x 960p, 4:3, 30 fps), and Action HD (1280 x 720p, 16:9, 30 or 60 fps). The camera also records AAC audio from the built-in, multi-directional microphone. The camera is also capable of shooting 5-megapixel still images at intervals of 3, 5, 10, 30, and 60 seconds.

Adjustable Camera Settings: Using the Contour Storyteller software, you can adjust the following camera settings:

• Resolution and Frame Rate
• Exposure Level
• Sharpness
• Contrast
• Audio Level
• White Balance: factory presets include Automatic, 2800K Incandescent, 4000K Fluorescent, 5000K Daylight (D50), 6500K Overcast (D65), 7500K Cloudy, 9000K Shade and 10000K Xenon HID
• GPS Sample Rate
• GPS Power
• Auto Shut Off

Recording Media: The Contour+ can record HD video and still images onto microSD cards up to 32 GB. A 2 GB microSD card is included. The camera has no built-in memory. To view your videos and still images, you can connect the camera to your computer and upload them, or remove the microSD card and use a memory card reader. When recording in Full HD (1920 x 1080), a Class 4, 6, or 10 microSD card is recommended.

Battery Information: The Contour+ uses a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (3.7 volts, 1350 mAh). The battery is charged via a USB connection from a computer (Mac or PC) or other device compliant with USB 2.0 / 1.1 standards. It can also be charged with an optional Contour wall or car battery charger. The battery is charged to about 80% in one hour, and to a full charge in approximately 4 hours. Battery life is approximately 2 to 2.5 hours on a fully-charged battery. An optional spare battery is available.

Mounting Options: The camera comes with 2 rotating surface mounts and a profile mount. These mounts have a strong adhesive backing for adhering them to a flat, dry surface. The mounts and camera have a rail-and-groove interface that securely holds the camera onto the mount. A leash, tethering the camera to the mount, is included to help prevent loss in case the camera comes off its mount. Optional mounts are available, including a flex strap mount, bar mount, suction cup mount, and universal mount adapter. Additional rotating flat surface mounts and profile mounts (from the left or right side) are available.

Contour Storyteller Software: The downloadable Contour Storyteller software lets you watch, edit, and assemble your videos and photos. Once your stories are completed, you can upload them to the Contour Community site, to Facebook or Twitter, embed in your own website, or attach to an email. The software also allows you to set up your camera for your next shoot. You can set the video recording resolution, photo mode interval, audio sensitivity, and lighting. Minimum System Requirements for Storyteller are:

• Windows: Windows XP SP2/Windows Vista/Windows 7, Quicktime 7 or greater
• Mac: OS X 10.5 or greater, Quicktime 7 or greater