Experimenting with my GoPro camera

[CoupedUp]

Originally Posted by SunDude

No it doesn't. Another disappointing truth. I was carrying two sets of fully charged NiMH batteries, but didn't realize the thing had gone dead as it was my first time using the camera. At least now I have a rough idea how long they'll last and can change them in time, next time. Live and learn.

Here's your video:

Actually, I have mine plugged into power. I just drilled a hole in the case next to the USB port and plugged the 12V USB power supply in.

Doug

[SunDude]

So I finally had time today to try out my GoPro camera with the sound level set to HI rather than the default setting of LO, which the manufacturer recommends for uses like mine. The results were mighty disappointing.

See for yourself: Here's a short clip of me accelerating with the sound set to LO. You'll need to crank up the speakers to hear it, but at least it sounds like a Cobra.



Now here's another short clip of me accelerating (same road) with the sound set to HI. The sound of the engine is completely overcome by noise and distortion caused by wind.



There is one more trick I can try, to improve the sound quality with this thing. If it doesn't work, I'm gonna be stuck using just the LO setting from now on.

Damn, I wish there was some way to install an external mike with this camera!

[FatBoy]

Have you tried mounting it behind the windshield with the volume set to Hi?

Paul

[SunDude]

Originally Posted by FatBoy

Have you tried mounting it behind the windshield with the volume set to Hi?

Paul

I thought about that, but haven't tried it yet.

GoPro suggest that I remove the rubber O-ring from the back door of the housing with the sound set on LO.

Maybe I'll give both ideas a try.

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If some of you guys already have a camera and just need a good mount, I've read terrific things about the Delkin Fat Gecko.

[SunDude]

Since the sound on the videos I shot today isn't any good, I figured I'd add a rockin' soundtrack instead. Check it out. Hope you like it.