With VIRB Ultra, capturing high-definition action footage is easier than ever.
Let’s learn more about your camera’s functions and start creating incredible footage.
First, use the side release to open the battery door on the bottom of the VIRB
and insert your battery and micro SD card.
Visit the address shown to see a list of cards we recommend for achieving the best results with your VIRB.
Before you head out to capture footage, make sure your camera is fully charged.
You can charge by connecting the VIRB to your computer
or to an AC adapter with the included USB cable.
The red LED light will remain lit until the camera is fully charged.
When the light turns off, you’re charged up and ready to go.
For optimal charging, keep the camera off during the process.
To protect your camera, we recommend housing it in the included waterproof case.
Open the case by using the latch on the side.
Then insert the camera and close the case securely.
For hands-free use, we have a number of available mounts that keep your camera in one place.
To secure your camera to your chosen mount,
insert the waterproof case flanges into the adapter and secure it with the included thumbscrew.
You can install the adapter quickly and remove it from the included quick-locking bases with the screw lever.
Now that your camera is secure, it’s time to start recording.
VIRB Ultra’s waterproof case features a design that gives you full use of the touchscreen
and microphone while your camera is safely housed inside.
The One-Touch Record switch and photo button are also fully functional.
To turn your VIRB on or off,
press and hold the Power button.
When the camera comes on,
you’ll see a live preview on the screen as well as important information about your camera’s status.
Remaining recording time or memory card status appears in the upper left.
Available space may change based on your camera’s setting.
Battery life remaining, GPS and wireless status are in the upper right.
Current video settings will be in the lower left,
and photo settings in the lower right.
When you’re ready to start recording,
you can use the one-touch record switch
or command your VIRB using voice control.
Just say, “OK Garmin, start recording.”
Or you can use a wireless remote,
like your compatible Garmin device or your smartphone with the VIRB Mobile app.
To connect your camera to the VIRB app,
download and launch the app on your smartphone.
See the address shown here for device compatibility.
Then press and hold the Wi-Fi button on your VIRB.
You’ll see a blue LED light that shows Wi-Fi is now enabled along with instructions for connecting your device.
Follow the onscreen instructions to finish pairing your camera to the app.
Once it’s done, you’ll be able to control,
view, edit and share your video and photos or even start live streaming on YouTube®.
Turn off Wi-Fi when you’re not using the app to maximize battery life.
Press and hold the Wi-Fi button again
and the blue LED will turn off.
By default, VIRB will capture full HD video and 12 megapixel still photos.
Adjust these settings by swiping to bring up the menu.
You can even change them to record time lapse footage,
slow motion or super wide angle expansive capture.
Select the photo tab to change between still capture,
burst capture and time lapse.
Use the bottom bar to tweak finer details for photo and video mode,
like zoom or interval settings.
You can access additional camera functions like video playback or wireless features from the main menu.
Simply press either directional button,
tap the icon or swipe up on the screen.
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For more information about using your VIRB Ultra,
check out the other videos in this series.