V.I.O. POV.HD Advanced Point-of-View 1080p HD Camera

The VIO POV.HD is the ultimate helmet camera, combining high end components with smart design and rugged features. The VIO POV.HD is the first helmet camera to shoot native 1080p HD video thanks to its Texas Instruments hardware and 6 element glass lens.

The new POV.HD follows the award-winning form-factor of its predecessor, but with all-new internal components and functionality. The POV.HD features new in-field flexibility capabilities and records up to 5 hours of crisp HD video. Thanks to the exceptionally small and robust nature of the POV.HD camera head, options for capturing creative and beautiful video angles are limitless. Clint Slack, Marketing Director at V.I.O., says: “The POV.HD not only delivers advanced HD video, but also provides a host of unique recording and exposure options designed for the discriminating video enthusiast.

The POV.HD comes with a laundry list of proprietary functionality driven by user feedback. The recording unit features a 2-inch LCD screen to view footage in the field, edit video and make exposure control adjustments. A simple set of controls allows the user to easily “tag” the best footage in the field, so final editing is finished quickly back in the studio. The recorder, run by Texas Instruments Da Vinci DM368 Video Processor, supports a real-time video pipeline that enhances image quality and produces crystal clear 1080p H.264 video. The 2-oz wearable camera head captures 142 degree FOV, at 1080p 30fps—the widest point-of-view camera angle available on the market. The camera head also features video capture at 720p 60fps, a high-quality 6-element glass lens and a native 1080p CMOS sensor designed specifically to produce optimal-quality, Full HD video.

In addition to utilizing the best video components available on the market, the POV.HD excels in the single most important test for point-of-view cameras: durability and ruggedness. The POV.HD is IP67 certified and is commonly used in a wide variety of extreme environments due to the unit's dust, water and shockproof ratings and ability to handle extreme temperatures. Todd Jones, Founder and Producer for the action-sports film company Teton Gravity Research, said: Thanks to the exceptionally small size, bombproof nature and production-grade video quality of V.I.O.& cameras, we've been able to capture unique and beautiful shots of our athletes in extreme situations that otherwise would have been unattainable.

The complete VIO POV.HD system is water, dust and shock proof and it is easy to use thanks to its colour LCD screen and remote control.

1. How much recording time do I get with the VIO POV.HD on the 4GB card?
Video yield rates for the 4GB card are:
Full 1080p mode: approximately 30 minutes
480p mode: approximately 2 hours

2. What is the largest card size I can use?
The biggest SD card you can use is a 32GB card (4.3 hours in 1080p mode).

3. How long will the batteries last with the VIO POV.HD?
This depends a lot on the type of batteries you use and the mode you are in. A good set of Ni-MH rechargeable batteries will last approximately 2.5 hours and a good set of Lithium Ion batteries will last approximately 5 hours in the 1080p and 720p modes (8 hours and 12 hours respectively with Ni-MH/Li-Ion batteries)

4. Does the VIO POV.HD shoot in widescreen?
Yes, all the shooting modes for the VIO POV.HD are 16:9 widescreen modes.

5. Is a wide angle or telphoto lens available?
The POV.HD comes standard with a wide angle lens. A narrow angle lens is not currently available.

6. Is the VIO POV.HD waterproof?
The VIO POV.HD camera is waterproof to 1m (including the recording unit). There is also a waterproof bag available that is rated to 3m.

7. Does the VIO POV.HD record audio?
Yes, the VIO POV.HD has a microphone embedded into the cable that joins the helmet camera to the recording unit. It has been specially designed to cut-out wind noise and you can adjust the sensitvity to suit your use (i.e for motorsports, reduce the microphone sensitivity). There is also an external microphone input (3.5mm jack) so you can hook up your own microphone - great for hooking up to intercom systems.

8. Can I watch my videos back on the VIO POV.HD?
Yes, the VIO POV.HD has a colour screen which you can play your videos on straight away. When you get home you can also hook the VIO POV.HD up to your television with the supplied AV cable and watch the videos on your TV.

VIDEO - 1080p HD Video
Resolution/Frame Rates: 1080p/30fps, 1080p/25fps, 1080p/24fps, 720p/60fps, 720p/50fps, 720p/30fps, 720p/25fps, 480p/30fps, 480p/25fps
Video Codec: H.264
Video Container: MPEG-4
Exposure control: Automatic Exposure Control and White Balance

IMAGING HARDWARE - Advanced Native 1080p CMOS Sensor
Sensor: 1/2.7” HD CMOS sensor, 3.0 µ meter pixel size
Dynamic Range: 69 dB
Sensitivity: 3300 mV/(lux-sec)
Operating Temp: -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
Processor: 32 Bit ARM Microprocessor, 10 Bit Image

OPTICS - Widest 1080p FOV On The Market
Aperture: f/2.0, Relative Illumination @ Full Field 90%
Focus Distance: .7m - Infinity
Field Of View: 142° (1080p), 95° (720p)

AUDIO - Built In Mic
Audio Codec: AAC
Mic Type: Monaural Omni-directional Cable-mounted, -40dB sensitivity at 1kHz
Resolution: 16 Bit Half Duplex
Sampling Rate:16kHz
SNR: 80dB
Speaker: Monaural 8 ohm Mylar, 0.7W Max

DATA HANDLING - 32GB SDHC
Max Storage Media: 32GB SDHC
File Functions: Record, Playback, Delete
I/O Ports: SD Card Slot, USB 2.0 High Speed (Mini-B), Mic-In, NTSC/PAL Analog TV /Audio Out (Live Stream Capable)
Record Time: 4.33hrs (1080p 30fps/720p 60fps) 15Mbit/S

USER INTERFACE - Ease Of Use
Image Display: 2 Inch LCD Screen, Resolution 640x320
Navigation Controls: All On Recording Unit, Including Quick Mode Select Keys For Recording, Playback, & Set-Up Modes.
Auxiliary Controls: RF Remote Control With Record, Tag, & Stop Controls
Functionality: Record, Tagging, File Navigation Including Select, Playback, & Delete. Recording Configurable for either Standard Clip, Loop, or Loop and Forward. User-configurable Camera Settings Via Settings Menu Screens.

SIZE & MASS - Lightweight + Compact
Recording Unit: 40mm x 60mm x 167mm, 328 grams (With 4 AA Batteries)
Camera Head: 58 grams
Remote Control: 24 grams (With A27 Battery)
Digital A-V Cable: Approximately 1.5 meter Length, 128 grams
Battery/Runtime: 4 AA Alkaline/2.5hrs (1080p 30fps/720p 60fps), 4 AA Lithium Ion/5hrs (1080p 30fps/720p 60fps)


Included items

  1. POV.HD Recorder with LCD
  2. Wide Angle Camera Head
  3. LVDS Cable
  4. Wireless Remote Control
  5. Carrying Case
  6. Mounting Systems (Star Mount & Goggle Mount, plus zip ties and Velcro strips)
  7. 4GB SDHC Memory Card
  8. USB Cable
  9. Analog A/V Cable
  10. Molle/pals pouch to mount on chest rig, rucksack etc.
  11. Quick Start Guide


This system is in extremely good condition.
Please study the photos carefully. There is no damage to this unit. Mechanically and electronically it is a 100% functional. The camera lens is completely free of any abrasions, marks or scratches. It produces clear crisp video. This is a rugged body cam that have been used by sportsmen, adventurists, law enforcement and the military. It is highly configurable, to suit your specific requirements.