How many seconds does it need to power up and start recording? I want to be able to push a button and start recording instantly. Thank you very much
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I don't notice any lag time when recording, although I usually leave the power on and then hit the button while I'm giving therapy.
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You can power up by pressing and holding the record key. It only takes 3 seconds to start recording from the power off state! I found this by accident.
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As closely as I could calculate, about 8 seconds - which includes ~ 3 seconds to turn on.
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Am I understanding that you want to glue the Record button down, to effectually just the Power button to start recording. Short answer maybe not. I have these units and It seems that recording either starts or stops Once you release the button.
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I'm sure answers will vary , one the memory used and the battery, mine records for approx 2 hours , and it make a file at 59 min , then it will automatically begin a new file . I don't know why it does this but it works fine. it does tend to get a little warm when recording for a long period of time.
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I don't know, James, because we sent the camera back! Something that only records for 10 seconds when it activates was not what we needed. We got a netcam instead! Goggling the camera model doesn't turn up anything?
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I've had the same problem with my ultra plus since day one. It was a gift and I didn't pursue taking it back to the original retailer. I've discovered that by holding the pause/record button in for a second or two it works better, but even this doesn't work every time. At times I have to turn the camera off while recording in order to stop recording. Really aggravating. Wish I could be of more help but it appears to be a widespread problem with this video camera. Otherwise I'd recommend this neat little camera to anybody. Since it seems to be a widespread problem I'd suggest folks buy a different camera. Should you discover a solution to this problem I do hope you'll post. I've had the same problem with my ultra plus since day one. It was a gift and I didn't pursue taking it back to the original retailer. I've discovered that by holding the pause/record button in for a second or two it works better, but even this doesn't work every time. At times I have to turn the camera off while recording in order to stop recording. Really aggravating. Wish I could be of more help but it appears to be a widespread problem with this video camera. Otherwise I'd recommend this neat little camera to anybody. Since it seems to be a widespread problem I'd suggest folks buy a... » Read More I've had the same problem with my ultra plus since day one. It was a gift and I didn't pursue taking it back to the original retailer. I've discovered that by holding the pause/record button in for a second or two it works better, but even this doesn't work every time. At times I have to turn the camera off while recording in order to stop recording. Really aggravating. Wish I could be of more help but it appears to be a widespread problem with this video camera. Otherwise I'd recommend this neat little camera to anybody. Since it seems to be a widespread problem I'd suggest folks buy a different camera. Should you discover a solution to this problem I do hope you'll post. « Show Less
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You don't need any app to record if you are using an iphone or ipad other than the camera app that has a video option. Most come with one. The tricky thing I have found is that there are 3 settings or notches on the on/off switch. To a number of us who have bought one, it seems to be in reverse, the smaller image records the loudest sound where the bigger icon seems to record very little. the on button needs to be pushed up, not down.
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Yes, it powers on and begins recording when the record button is held down for a few seconds.
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it has a min. .10 seconds and a max.60 seconds i believe .........i have mine up right now or i would double check..........it might have a max.of only .30 seconds(sorry) but those are the ranges and then there is a delay mode which is kind of "cool" which gives u default .05 seconds or u can set it to .30 seconds max. in between the video that just recorded and the next video.............so it isnt just taking one after the other after the other(breaks the videos up)............
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I'm still getting used to mine, but, yes, you can start recording right away. Just hit the red rec/pause button. Every time you stop a recording (by hitting the black stop button), then hit the rec/pause, it starts a new recorded file. I'm still tinkering with mine and getting used to the fast-forward and rewind functions, but I like it so far. If you haven't downloaded the complete user manual, you should. It'll answer any questions you have about operating the recorder.
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Hi Bob, Please see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4Tnz4XE1Qs 0:52 , there is a choice of 2 min, 3 min and 5 min. the only time it records in 1 min is when it's under parking mode. ( not taking the power from the car ) thanks Marie
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Good evening, the recording time will depend on the amount of memory that you put, 4, 8, 16, 32 or 64 gigabytes.Recording until memory runs out, the battery does not last long, you should buy a backup.The videos are excellent.
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I'd say about 2-3 seconds. It's very quick, but not instantaneous. I've never used another recorder that goes faster though.
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If possible, go with a model that has 2 hour recording time. Ultra vs. Mino - we've used both and don't really have a preference. My 12 year old loves her Ultra but it only has 1 hour recording time and she wants to trade hers for one with more recording capacity.
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It can record up to a 22-23 min video at a time. If you want to take pictures while recording, you simply hit the shutter button.
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That is very normal your camera is set to one minute, if you want it to stay on longer the next setting is 5 minutes, but it will still go black, it is recording at all times until you shut off the power to the camera.Ron
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Not at all. This is all digital. Just turn it on, and start recording. Best little digital recorder I have ever had.
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Top left button turn camera on and off. When it blinks red it records. Took me a few times to figure out.