USER MANUALAKASO V50 Elite Action Camera

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CONTENTS
What's in the Box

1Your V50 Elite

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Getting Started

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Overview of Modes

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Customizing Your V50 Elite

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Connecting Your V50 Elite with Remote

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Controlling Your V50 Elite with Your Voice

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Connecting to the AKASO GO App

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Playing Back Your Content

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Deleting Videos and Photos on Your V50 Elite

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Transferring Your Data

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Transferring Your Data to a Smartphone or Tablet

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Adjusting the Zoom Level

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Reformatting Your MicroSD Card

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Maintaining Your Camera

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Maximizing Battery Life

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Battery Storage and Handling

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Remote24

Mounting Your Camera

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Contact Us

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WHAT'S IN THE BOX

V50 Elite

Waterproof Housing

Handlebar/
Pole Mount

Mount 1

Mount 2

Mount 3

Mount 4

Mount 5

Mount 6

Mount 7

Mount 8Helmet Mounts

Protective Backdoor

USB Cable

Battery

Charger

Bandages

Wrist Strap
for Remote

Tethers

Lens Cloth

Quick Start Guide
AKASO V50 Elite Action Camera

RemoteQuick Start Guide

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YOUR V50 ELITE
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1 Shutter/Wiﬁ/Select Button

7 Touch Screen

2 Power/Mode/Exit Button

8 Up Button

3 Micro USB Port

9 Down Button

4 microSD Card Slot

10 Tripod Hole

5 Micro HDMI Port

11 Battery Door

6 LensNote: The camera will not record sound when it is in the waterproof case.

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GETTING STARTED
Welcome to your AKASO V50 Elite. To capture videos and photos, you need amicroSD card (sold separately).
MICROSD CARDS
Use brand name memory cards that meet these requirements:• microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC• UHS-3 rating only
• Capacity up to 128GB
Note:
1. Please format the microSD card in this camera before using. To keep yourmicroSD card in good condition, reformat it on a regular basis. Reformatting
erases all of your data so be sure to transfer your photos and videos ﬁrst.
2. The FAT32 and exFAT format microSD card will stop recording when the storageof each ﬁle exceeds 4GB and starts to record again in a new ﬁle.
POWERING ON/OFF
To Power On:
Press and hold the Mode button for three seconds. The camera will beep and thecamera status light will be on. When information appears on the LCD display or thecamera status screen, your camera is on.
To Power Oﬀ:
Press and hold the Mode button for three seconds. The camera will beep and thecamera status light will be oﬀ.
SWITCHING MODESTo Switch Modes:
Turn on the camera and press the Mode button to switch modes.
To Exit a Mode:
Press the Mode button to exit a mode.
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TURNING WIFI ON/OFF
To turn on Wiﬁ
Turn on the camera. In Video or Photo mode, press and hold the Wiﬁ button for threeseconds to turn on Wiﬁ.
To turn oﬀ Wiﬁ
Press and hold the Wiﬁ button for three seconds to turn oﬀ Wiﬁ.
TURNING BT(REMOTE PAIR) ON/OFF
To turn on BT(Remote Pair)
Turn on the camera. In Video or Photo mode, press and hold the Down button forthree seconds to turn on BT(Remote Pair).
To turn oﬀ BT(Remote Pair)
Press the Mode button to turn oﬀ BT(Remote Pair).

OVERVIEW OF MODES
There are 6 modes: Video, Time Lapse Video, Slow Motion, Photo, Time Lapse
Photo and Setting.

Video

Time Lapse
Video

Slow Motion

PhotoTime Lapse
Photo

Wi-Fi

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Video Mode
Video Mode is the default mode when you turn on the camera.
In Video Mode, press the shutter button to start recording.
Press the Shutter button again to stop recording.
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Video
4K 30fps

Time Lapse Video ModeIn Time Lapse Video Mode, press the Shutter button to record video at 1s / 3s / 5s /10s / 30s / 1 min intervals.
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Time Lapse Video
4K 30fps

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Slow Motion Mode
In Slow Motion Mode, press the Shutter button to record slow motion video.

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Slow Motion
1080P 120fps

Photo Mode
Turn on the camera and press the Mode button once to switch to Photo Mode, thenpress the Shutter button to take a photo.
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Photo
20MP

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Time Lapse Photo ModeIn Time Lapse Photo Mode, press the Shutter button to take a series of photos at
3s / 5s / 10s / 30s / 1 min intervals.

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20MP

Setting Mode
Press and hold the Up button for 3 seconds to enter Setting Mode.

Photo Resolution
ISO

Time Lapse IntervalTime Lapse Duration

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CUSTOMIZING YOUR V50 ELITE
Video Settings
1. Video Resolution: 4K 60FPS, 4K 30FPS, 2.7K 60FPS, 2.7K 30FPS, 1080P 120FPS,
1080P 60FPS, 1080P 30FPS, 720P 240FPS, 720P 120FPS, 720P 60FPS
Default setting is 4K 30FPS.
Note: When capturing video at high resolutions or high frame rates in warm ambient
temperatures, the camera may become warm and use more power.
2. Video Encoder: H.264/H.265
Default setting is H.264.
A video codec is an electronic circuit or software that compresses or decompresses
digital video. It converts uncompressed video to a compressed format or vice versa.
According to multiple studies, HEVC, High Eﬃciency Video Coding (H.265), shoulddeliver up to 50% better compression than H.264 in video on demand (VOD)
applications, which means better quality at half the bit rate. In live encoding, which
obviously has to be performed in real time, the initial expectations are a 35%
bandwidth reduction at similar quality levels. Alternatively, HEVC can also enablelarger resolution movies, whether 2K or 4K. In addition, encoding existing SD and HD
content with HEVC rather than H.264 will add to cost savings and/or the ability to
stream higher quality video to lower bit rate connections.
3. Image Stabilization: On/Oﬀ
Default setting is Oﬀ.
This setting adjusts the footage to oﬀset for motion during capture. The result issmoother footage, especially in activities with relatively small but fast motion
including cycling, motorcycling, and handheld uses.
Note: Image Stabilization is disabled when you select 4K 60FPS, 2.7K 60FPS,
1080P 120FPS or all 720P video resolutions.
4. Loop Recording: Unlimited/2 Min/3 Min/5 Min
Default setting is Unlimited.
Using Loop Recording, you can continuously record video, but save only the
moments that you want. For example, if you select a 5-minute interval, only theprevious 5 minutes are saved when you press the Shutter button to stop recording.
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and save, the camera records a new 5-minute interval by recording over yourprevious 5 minutes of footage. When the microSD card is full, the new ﬁles will write
over the old one if loop recording is on.
Note: Loop Recording is disabled when Image Stabilization is on.
5. Time Lapse Interval: Oﬀ/1 Sec/3 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec/30 Sec/1 Min
Default setting is Oﬀ.
Time Lapse Video creates video from frames captured at speciﬁc intervals.
This option lets you capture a time lapse event and immediately view or share it as avideo. Time Lapse Video is captured without audio.
If you select a 3-second interval, the camera will record 3 seconds to get one frame
per second.
For example: If you select 4K 30FPS and 3 seconds, you need to record 90 seconds
to get a 1-second video at 4K 30FPS.
Note: Time Lapse Video is disabled when Image Stabilization is on.
6. Time Lapse Duration: Unlimited/5 Min/10 Min/15 Min/20 Min/30 Min/60 Min
Default setting is Unlimited.
Note: If you want to set Time Lapse Duration, please turn on Time Lapse Interval ﬁrst.
7. Slow Motion Movie: On/Oﬀ
Default setting is Oﬀ.
Slow motion is an eﬀect in ﬁlm-making whereby time appears to be slowed down.
Note: Please select 1080P 120FPS, 720P 240FPS or 720P 120FPS when you want torecord a slow motion movie.
8. Fast Motion Movie: Oﬀ/2x/4x/6x/10x/15x
Default setting is Oﬀ.
Action that appears to move faster than normal on the screen, accomplished byﬁlming the action at less than normal speed in the camera and then projecting it at
normal speed.

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Default setting is Oﬀ.
Turn on Wind Noise Reduction to lower the noise to an acceptable level.
10. Angle: Wide/Medium/Narrow
Default setting is Wide.
The angle refers to how much of the scene can be captured through the camera
lens. Wide angle captures the largest amount of the scene, while Narrow angle
captures the least.
Note: Medium and Narrow are disabled when Image Stabilization is on.
11. Sound Record: On/Oﬀ
Default setting is On.
If you turn Sound Record oﬀ, the camera will not record audio when you record video.
12. Auto Low Light: On/Oﬀ
Default setting is Oﬀ.
Auto Low Light mode will automatically adjust settings according to lighting
conditions to achieve the best low light performance. Even if you move back andforth between bright and dark environments, you will not need to manually adjust
the camera settings.
Note: Auto Low Light is disabled when you select 4K 60FPS, 4K 30FPS, 2.7K 60FPS
or 2.7K 30FPS video resolutions.
13. Drive Mode: On/Oﬀ
Default setting is Oﬀ.
If you turn on Drive Mode and connect the camera via the car cigarette lighter, the camera
will turn on automatically when you start your car and turn oﬀ when you stop your car.
14. Video Scene Mode: Manual, Water, Riding, Winter, Diving, Night
Default setting is Manual.

Photo Settings
1. Photo Resolution: 20MP/16MP/12MP/10MP/8MP/5MP
Default setting is 20M.
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2. ISO: Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200
Default setting is Auto.
ISO determines the camera’s sensitivity to light, and creates a trade-oﬀ between
brightness and resulting image noise. Image noise refers to the degree of graininessin the image.
3. Time Lapse Interval: Unlimited/3 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec/30 Sec/1 Min
Default setting is Unlimited.
Time Lapse Photo captures a series of photos at speciﬁed intervals. Use this mode
to capture photos of any activity, then choose the best ones later.
Note: Time Lapse Photo is disabled when Burst Photo is on.
4. Time Lapse Duration: Unlimited/5 Min/10 Min/15 Min/20 Min/30 Min/60 Min
Default setting is Unlimited.
Note: If you want to set Time Lapse Duration, please turn on Time Lapse Interval ﬁrst.
5. Night Lapse: On/Oﬀ
Default setting is Oﬀ.
Captures a series of photos at speciﬁc intervals and exposure times. Use Night
Lapse in low light environments, such as when capturing the night sky over a periodof time.
6. Burst Photo: Oﬀ, 3 shots/1s, 7 shots/2s, 15 shots/4s, 30 shots/8s
Default setting is Oﬀ.
Burst captures up to 30 photos in 8 seconds, making it perfect for capturing fastmoving activities.
7. Delay Timer: Oﬀ/Delay 3s/Delay 5s/Delay 10s/Delay 20s
Default setting is Oﬀ.
The delay timer gives a delay between pressing the shutter release and the shutter's
ﬁring. This is the most common way for photographers to take a photo of themselves(often with family).

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Default setting is Oﬀ.
Long exposures are easiest to accomplish in low-light conditions, but can be achievedin brighter light using neutral density ﬁlters or specially designed cameras.
Note: Long Exposure is disabled when Burst Photo is on.
9. RAW: On/Oﬀ
Default setting is Oﬀ.
10. Photo Scene Mode: Manual, Indoor, Outdoor, Portrait, Landscape, Night
Default setting is Manual.

Camera Settings
1. Sounds
Shutter: On/Oﬀ
Boot-up: On/Oﬀ
Beep: On/Oﬀ
Volume: 0/1/2/3 (Default: 2)
Default setting is on.
You can turn the shutter, boot-up and beep sounds on or oﬀ.
2. BT(Remote Pair): On/Oﬀ (Remote)Default setting is Oﬀ.
You can also press and hold the Down button for three seconds to turn on
BT(Remote Pair). Press the Mode button to turn oﬀ BT(Remote Pair).
3. Distortion Calibration: On/Oﬀ
Default setting is Oﬀ.
Turn on Distortion Calibration to correct image distortion.
Note: Distortion Calibration is disabled when you select 4K 60FPS video resolution.
4. Special Eﬀect: None, Black&White, Sepia, Vivid, Natural, Negative, Warm, Cold,
Red, Green, Blue
Default setting is None.

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5. Diving Mode: On/Oﬀ
Default setting is Oﬀ.
Diving Mode can compensate for the lack of red light in underwater environments.
Diving Mode is designed to be used in tropical and blue water, optimized for use
between 10 and 80 feet.
6. Date Stamp: Oﬀ/Date/Date&Time
Default setting is Oﬀ.
If you select Date&Time, the camera will add a date and time stamp to your videos
and photos.
Note: Date Stamp is disabled when Image Stabilization is on.
7. Date & Time
Default setting is MM/DD/YY HH/MM/SS
8. Screen Saver: Oﬀ/30 Sec/1 Min/2 Min
Default setting is 1 Min.
Screen Saver turns oﬀ the LCD display after a period of inactivity to save battery life.
Press any button on the camera to turn the display back on.
9. Auto Power Oﬀ: Oﬀ/1 Min./2 Min.
Default setting is 2 Min.
Powers oﬀ your V50 Elite after a period of inactivity to save battery life.
10. Power-on Auto Record: On/Oﬀ
Default setting is Oﬀ.
If you enable Power-on Auto Record, the camera will record video automatically after
you turn on the V50 Elite.
11. Power Frequency: 50Hz/60Hz
Default setting is 50Hz.
12. White Balance: Auto/Daylight/Cloudy/Tungsten Light/White Fluorescent/Default setting is Auto.

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White Balance lets you adjust the color temperature of videos and photos tooptimize for cool or warm lighting conditions. When you change this setting, the LCD
display immediately shows you the eﬀect on your image.
13. Exposure: -2.0/-1.0/+0.0/+1.0/+2.0
Default setting is +0.0.
By default, your camera uses the entire image to determine the appropriate
exposure level. However, Exposure lets you select an area that you want the camera
to prioritize when determining exposure. This setting is particularly useful in shots
where an important region might otherwise be over- or underexposed.
When you change this setting, the LCD display immediately shows you the eﬀect on
your image. If you change the mode, the camera will revert back to using the entire
image to determine the correct exposure level.
14. Reset Wiﬁ Setting: Yes/No
Default setting is No.
This option can erase the Wiﬁ data of the V50 Elite.
15. Language: English, Português, 日本語, Deutsch, Italiano, Español, Français
Default setting is English.
16. Format Card: Yes/No
Default setting is No.
To keep your microSD card in good condition, reformat it on a regular basis.
Reformatting erases all of your content, so be sure to oﬄoad your photos andvideos ﬁrst. To reformat your card, please enter Camera Settings, press the Up or
Down button to scroll through the options until you locate the ‘Format Card’ option,then press the Shutter button → Up button → Shutter button.
17. System
Default Setting: Yes/No
System Info: V50 Elite: YYYYMMDD-V2
Card Info: Capacity/Free SpaceThe Default Setting option resets all settings to their default values.
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The System Info option lets you check the model, version and updated time of yourV50 Elite. The Card Info option lets you check the capacity and free space of yourmicroSD card.
Some functions cannot be used at the same time. Please refer to the information
below.
Image Stabilization

4K 60FPS, 2.7K 60FPS, 1080P 120FPS,
720P 240FPS, 720P 120FPS, 720P 60FPS

Image Stabilization

Slow Motion Movie

Image Stabilization

Angle: Middle, Narrow

Image Stabilization

Zoom

Image Stabilization

Time Lapse Video

Image Stabilization

Date Stamp

Distortion Calibration

4K 60FPS

Loop Recording

4K 60FPS

Video Encoder (H.265)

4K 60FPS

Burst PhotoTime Lapse Photo

Burst PhotoLong Exposure

CONNECTING YOUR V50 ELITE WITH REMOTE
1. Turn on the camera.
2. Press and hold the Down button for three seconds to turn on BT(Remote Pair).
The screen will show “BT(Remote Pair) ON” → “Scanning”.
Note: You can also go to Camera Settings to turn on BT(Remote Pair).
3. Press and hold the Power button for three seconds to turn on the remote.
The remote indicator will ﬂash every second during connection.
4. The camera screen will show “Connected”. The remote indicator will remian on after
the V50 Elite successfully connects with the remote.
Note: The photo indicator will ﬂash when you take a photo. The video indicator will
ﬂash for two seconds during video recording.
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CONTROLLING YOUR V50 ELITE WITH YOUR VOICE
You can control your V50 Elite with your voice using a set of speciﬁc commands (seelist below).
Note: Voice Control performance may be impacted by distance, wind, and noisy
conditions. Keep the product clean and clear of debris.
USING VOICE CONTROL
Voice Control works best when you speak a command to the remote mic directly.
1. Turn on the camera and remote.
2. Connect the camera with the remote.
3. Speak a command to the remote mic from the list below.
Note: Voice Control also turns oﬀ when your camera powers oﬀ.
Action Command

Description

Action Start Video

Starts capturing video

Action Stop Shooting

Stops capturing video

Action Photo

Captures a single photo

Camera Turn Oﬀ

Powers oﬀ the camera

Pro Tip: If you are recording video, you must stop recording before issuing a newcommand.
Action Start Video
Action Stop Shooting
Action Photo
Camera Turn Oﬀ

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CONNECTING TO THE AKASO GO APP
The AKASO GO app lets you control your camera remotely using a smartphone ortablet. Features include full camera control, live preview, playback, download,
data sharing and camera settings.
1. Download the AKASO GO app to your mobile device from the App Store or
Google Play.
2. Turn on the camera. In Video or Photo Mode, press and hold the Wiﬁ button forthree seconds to turn on Wiﬁ.
3. Turn on Wiﬁ of your mobile device and connect to the Wiﬁ SSID “AKASO_V50Elite”.
4. Enter the password: 1234567890
5. Open the AKASO GO app and tap the “Add device” icon. Add “V50Elite” and click“Live Preview”.
6. Your camera will now be connected to the AKASO GO app.

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PLAYING BACK YOUR CONTENT
You can play back your content on the camera’s LCD display, your computer, TV, or
smartphone/tablet.
You can also play back content by inserting the microSD card directly into a device,
such as a computer or compatible TV. With this method, playback resolution
depends on the resolution of the device and its ability to play back that resolution.

VIEWING VIDEOS AND PHOTOS ON YOUR V50 ELITE
1. Turn on the camera.
2. Tap the video ﬁle iconin the left corner of the screen to enter the playback mode.
3. Tap the video ﬁle iconor photo ﬁle icon.
4. Tap a video or photo ﬁle to playback that video and photo in the full-screen view.
5. To exit video or photo ﬁles, tap the return icon.
Note: If your microSD card contains a lot of content, it might take a minute to
load.
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DELETING VIDEOS AND PHOTOS ON YOUR V50 ELITE
1. Enter the playback mode.
2. Tap the video ﬁle iconor photo ﬁle icon.
3. Tap the video or photo ﬁle you wish to delete.
4. Tap. The screen will show “Delete This File? Yes/No”.
5. Tap “Yes” and the selected ﬁle will be deleted.
Note: You cannot delete video or photo ﬁles when they are in full-screen view.
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TRANSFERRING YOUR DATATransferring Your Data to a Computer
To oﬄoad ﬁles to a computer, you need a card reader (sold separately). Connect it to
the computer via a USB port and insert the microSD card. You can then transfer ﬁlesto your computer or delete selected ﬁles by using ﬁle explorer.

Transferring Your Data to a Smartphone or Tablet
1. Open the AKASO GO app. Connect the camera to the app.
2. Tap the Playback icon to see all videos and photos.
3. Select the photo or video that you wish to download, then tap the More icon in theupper right corner and choose Download.
Note:
1. If you cannot transfer videos or photos to your iPhone or iPad, please go to
Settings → Privacy → Photos, ﬁnd "AKASO GO" and select "Read and Write".
2. iPhone and iPad do not allow the download of 4K or 2.7K video via the app. Pleasetransfer 4K or 2.7K video via a card reader.

ADJUSTING THE ZOOM LEVELThe Zoom function lets you adjust how close or far away the subject appears in yourvideo or photo. The default is no zoom. The Zoom function is available in Video modeand Photo mode. The V50 Elite is capable of 8X zoom.
1. Turn on the V50 Elite.
2. Press the Up or Down button to adjust the zoom level.
Note: You cannot zoom when Image Stabilization is on.

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REFORMATTING YOUR MICROSD CARD
To keep your microSD card in good condition, reformat it on a regular basis.
Reformatting erases all of your content, so be sure to transfer your photos and videos
ﬁrst.
1. Turn on the camera and enter Camera Settings.
2. Scroll down to locate the “Format Card” option.
3. Tap “Yes”. The screen will show “Busy… Please wait”, after which your microSD card
will be successfully reformatted.

MAINTAINING YOUR CAMERA
Follow these guidelines to get the best performance from your camera:
1. For best audio performance, shake the camera or blow on the mic to remove
debris from the microphone holes.
2. To clean the lens, wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not insert foreign objects
around the lens.
3. Do not touch the lens directly with your ﬁngers.
4. Prevent the camera from being dropped or bumped to avoid causing damage tothe parts inside.
5. Keep the camera away from high temperatures and strong sunlight to avoid damage.

MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE
If battery power reaches 0% while recording, the camera will save the ﬁle and poweroﬀ. To extend battery life, please follow these guidelines where possible:• Turn oﬀ Wireless Connections• Capture video at lower frame rates and resolutions• Use the Screen Saver setting.

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BATTERY STORAGE AND HANDLINGThe camera contains sensitive components, including the battery. Avoid exposing
your camera to very cold or very hot temperatures. Low or high temperature
conditions may temporarily shorten the battery life or cause the camera to temporarilystop working properly. Avoid dramatic changes in temperature or humidity whenusing the camera, as condensation may form on or within the camera.
Do not dry the camera or battery with an external heat source such as a microwave
oven or hair dryer. Damage to the camera or battery caused by liquid inside thecamera is excluded from the warranty.
Do not store the battery with metal objects, such as coins, keys or necklaces. If thebattery terminals come close to metal objects, ﬁre may be caused.
Do not make any unauthorized alterations to the camera as this may compromisesafety, regulatory compliance or performance, and may void the warranty.
WARNING: Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred,microwave, incinerate or paint the camera or battery. Do not insert foreign objects
into the battery opening of the camera. Do not use the camera or battery if it has
been damaged; for example, if it is cracked, punctured or damaged by water.
Disassembling or puncturing the battery can cause an explosion or ﬁre.

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REMOTE
Remote Microphone

Remote Indicator
Power Button

Photo Indicator
Photo Button
Video IndicatorVideo Button
Splashproof only, not waterproof

Power Button
Press and hold the Power button for 3s to turn the remote on or oﬀ.
Video Button
To record video, put the camera in Video mode.
Photo Button
To capture a photo, put the camera in Photo mode.

CONNECTING YOUR V50 ELITE WITH THE REMOTE
1. Turn on the camera.
2. Press and hold the Down button for three seconds to turn on BT(Remote Pair).
The screen will show “BT(Remote Pair) ON” → “Scanning”.
Note: You can also go to Camera Settings to turn on BT(Remote Pair).
3. Press and hold the Power button to turn on the remote. The remote indicator will
ﬂash once per second during connection.
4. The camera screen will show “Connected”. When the V50 Elite is successfully
connected with the remote, the remote indicator will remain lit.
Note: The photo indicator will ﬂash when taking a photo. The video indicator will ﬂash
for two seconds when recording a video.
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MOUNTING YOUR CAMERA
You can attach your camera to helmets, handlebars and equipment, as follows:

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CONTACT US
For any inquiries about AKASO products, please feel free to contact us. We will respondwithin 24 hours.
E-mail: cs@akasotech.com
Tel: (888) 466-9222 (US) Mon-Fri (except holiday) 9am-5pm (EST)Oﬃcial website: www.akasotech.com
The microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC and SD marks and logos are trademarks of
SD-3C, LLC.

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