[FAQ] Preparing iOS and GoPro MultiCam Devices for Recording
Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 9:15 am
Hi,
Every additional device integration added to LapTimer introduces potential pitfalls. This article outlines the conditions for successful MultiCam device connections - both iOS devices, and the experimental integration of GoPros:
In all situations, you need to have Harry's LapTimer Grand Prix Edition installed on your "Master" iPhone.
For iOS MultiCam devices:
For GoPro HERO MultiCam devices:
In case it does not work, please try the GoPro app available for free on the net. It uses the same mechanism.
- Harry
Every additional device integration added to LapTimer introduces potential pitfalls. This article outlines the conditions for successful MultiCam device connections - both iOS devices, and the experimental integration of GoPros:
In all situations, you need to have Harry's LapTimer Grand Prix Edition installed on your "Master" iPhone.
For iOS MultiCam devices:
- Install the free Harry's MultiCam app from AppStore to any iOS device you have available (named Satellite)
- Both devices - both Master and Satellite - need to have Bluetooth active: iOS ‣ Settings ‣ Bluetooth ‣ ON
- In LapTimer, make sure you have MultiCam operation enabled: LapTimer ‣ Settings ‣ MultiCam Control ‣ Discover MultiCams ‣ ON
- Start the MultiCam app on the Satellite device (no need to change a view here)
For GoPro HERO MultiCam devices:
- Make sure you have a compatible GoPro cam available: all HERO3 models and a HERO2 plus BacPac will work
- Make sure you have the latest firmware for your HERO installed (especially HERO3s need an initial update of firmware); check GoPro's home page for details
- Make sure you have set the correct Wi-Fi mode for the HERO: Wireless Controls ‣ GoPro APP; once this is set, you can turn off your GoPro again
- Turn on wifi operation for the GoPro (HERO3: small button to the right, blue LED blinks)
- Connect your iPhone to the GoPro Wi-Fi (you have set Wi-Fi SSID and password during GoPro setup); this is done in your iPhone's Settings app: iOS ‣ Settings ‣ Wi-Fi
- In LapTimer, make sure you have MultiCam operation enabled: LapTimer ‣ Settings ‣ MultiCam Control ‣ Discover MultiCams ‣ ON
- In addition, enter your GoPro Wi-Fi password in MultiCam Control ‣ GoPro Wifi Password; this is necessary as every command sent to the HERO requires this password - no good practice from my point of view
In case it does not work, please try the GoPro app available for free on the net. It uses the same mechanism.
- Harry