I just wanted to let everyone know that we now have a new support section available at http://support.vio-pov.com/. It should address the most common issues user may have, and if there is something missing please send us a message! E-mail:
[email protected]
Since 2000 V.I.O. Inc has come a long way. We first began as a content distribution website that quickly transformed into a unique camera company. In 2000 we released the Adventure Cam classic, which was followed by 4 more generations or versions of Analog Cameras. Over the last 9 years we have changed our company name from VIOSPORT/VIOTAC (it was interesting trying to answer the phones for two companies at once -Ian), and then back to V.I.O. Inc. Some of us at V.I.O. (myself included -Ian) began working with the company during the Analog Era. The Analog Era had both a positive and negative side. One of the biggest issues was the reliance on third party recording units, mostly standard camcorders.
Here is a tutorial on how to convert a video using MPEG StreamClip. I am going to skip the tutorial on how to install the Perian Plug-in seeing as the site and the file it comes with have far better detailed instructions.
As I have written before, not all SD/SDHC cards are created equal. When using the POV.1 please make sure that you are using a top quality card.
V.I.O. recommends that you use Sandisk cards that are rated with a speed of Class 4 or 100x. Class ratings are usually printed on the label of the SDHC card and they will often times use a capital C with a number in it.
Other cards may work with the POV camera system, but we cannot guarantee their reliability. If you are having issues recording video (especially with invalid clips) please use a Sandisk card. Again: USE OTHER CARDS AT YOUR OWN RISK.
We will not be able to provide technical support with issues that involve the following brands:
Kingston
Patriot
PNY
Well 2009 looks to be a very exciting year with several improvements to the POV.1 planned. So far 2009 has seen the POV Power, Lens Shield, and Mounting Kit ship, with more accessories (such as the waterproof bag) and other additions (please do not e-mail us asking what or when something is coming out. If I do know I can’t tell you) to our digital product line up planned to be available in the near future. I am looking to also update the blog regularly with more of guides that you have requested. I am currently working on one for Mpeg StreamClip and iMovie ’08, and I hope to have it up in the next few days.
Hey all,
Just a quick note to let you all know the Mount Kits are in and we should begin shipping them in the next day or two!
To place an order please go to www.vio-pov.com/allproducts.php
The issue with the Invalid Clips have frustrated a few of our customers on more than one occasion. Some of the causes are accidental or random. The only two that can be completely preventable are invalid clips caused by bad SD cards and bad batteries. Honestly if you are willing to pay for the POV.1 please spend the extra $10 or $20 on a decent SD card. Is it really worth loosing one of your coolest rides ever? Post after the jump.
Hello all. I know it has been a long time since the last update. We have been busy here at V.I.O. and we will be updating the blog once more.
So here is the big question: What would you like me to post to the blog? It can be anythign, from how to edit on the Mac to questions about analog wireless transmission.
Post your requests in the comments!
When we released the firmware update for the POV.1 we found out from our Macintosh users that there was an unexpected issue. When the POV.1 updates it will look one the SD card and expect to see two files, the VIO folder, and the .elf update file. If it finds other files the unit will lock up. When ever a Macintosh accesses a removable drive it will put two hidden files on the drive. To fix this we have released a patch to delete the hidden files off of the Macintosh for you. For instructions see below.
Well the firmware update has been released, and the POV.1 can use SDHC cards up to 8GB! More information and instructions after the jump.