GPS Preview Remote

Preview your footage in real-time and adjust camera settings with the GPS Preview Remote. Record precise GPS information and other data to add to your footage in post.

1. Overview

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A.Shutter Button
B.Power Button
C.Touch Screen
D.Speaker
E.Charging Points

2. Charging

  1. Put the remote on the charging base, ensuring that the charging points are in full contact.

  2. Then, connect the charging base to the charger and the power supply. An indicator will appear on the touch screen to confirm the remote is charging.

    Note:

  3. Please use a 5V/1.5A power adapter to charge the Remote.

  4. Keep the remote and the charging base clean and dry.

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3. Install

You can attach the GPS Preview Remote in three ways. It has two straps for flexible mounting.

Position Description Figure
On wrist Use the Wrist Strap to wear the GPS Preview Remote on your wrist.
Ensure the buttons are aligned correctly.
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On selfie stick Use the Universal Strap to attach the remote to a selfie stick. Ensure the buttons are aligned correctly. image
On bike/motorcycle Use the Universal Strap to attach the remote to the handlebars. Ensure the buttons are aligned correctly.

4. How to Use

4.1 Power on/off

Remote Status Operation Descriptions
Powered off Long press Power Button Power on the remote.
Powered on (camera disconnected) Long press Power Button Power off the remote.
Powered on (camera connected) Long press Power Button Power the remote/the camera/both (you can select this function).

4.2 Connecting the Camera

  1. Long press the Power Button to turn on the remote.
  2. Power on the camera.
  3. Click "Insta360 GPS Preview Remote" on the camera's Bluetooth Remote interface.
    When the camera's screen displays Connected, it has been paired successfully.

Notes:

  1. For the best experience, update your camera's firmware to the latest official version.
  2. The optimal range for live preview is up to 26.2ft (8m) and 65.6ft (20m) for remote control, measured in an open environment without interference.
  3. Please pay attention to the Insta360 official website for future camera compatibility and firmware updates.
  4. After connecting to the remote for the first time, the device can wake up the camera within range without pairing.

4.3 Connecting Multiple Cameras

Swipe down from the top of the remote's watch dial to enter the connecting interface and tap the camera button (📷).
The remote will be ready to pair.
Enter the Bluetooth Remote feature on your camera and connect to the remote. Repeat the process as needed.

Notes:

  • The remote can control up to four cameras at a time. Each camera only recognizes one remote at a time.
  • The remote will only show the number of connected cameras and no other camera information.

4.4 Wake up a Camera

You can use the remote to wake up your camera.
After connecting to the camera for the first time, swipe down on the remote touchscreen to enter the connection interface, and choose one of the following two ways to wake up the camera:

  1. Connect: Wake up the last connected camera. The camera will automatically connect to the remote once powered on.
  2. QuickCapture: Wake up the last connected camera. The camera will automatically connect to the remote and enter QuickCapture.

Notes:

  1. Enable "Bluetooth Wakeup" on the camera to use this feature.
  2. The feature must be set on the camera before waking up, even if the remote is connected.
  3. To use QuickCapture, make sure it is enabled on your camera.
  4. Press the remote's Shutter Button once to enter QuickCapture. Long press the Shutter Button to connect to the camera.

4.5 Control the Camera

When the camera is connected, use the remote's touchscreen or press its buttons to control the camera.

Preview Page

When the camera is connected, the remote will display the following camera information on the preview page:image

1. Camera Storage
2. GPS Signal
3. Camera Battery Status
4. Preview Page
5. Shooting Mode
6. Shooting Specifications

Switch Shooting Modes

  1. Touchscreen: Swipe left or right on preview page to switch shooting mode.
  2. Power Button: Press repeatedly to switch shooting modes.

Shooting Specifications

On the preview page, tap the shooting specifications button or swipe from the bottom upwards to enter and adjust shooting specifications.

Shooting Parameters

On the preview page, swipe right to left to enter and adjust shooting parameters.

Take Photos or Videos

Remote Status Operation Descriptions
On the preview page Press the Shutter Button Take a photo/start recording a video.
Recording Press the Shutter Button Stop recording.

4.6 Application Center

Dashboard and Compass

Swipe left or right on the remote's watch dial screen to enter Dashboard, Compass or Settings.

Settings

You will find the following in Settings:

  1. Display and Brightness
  2. Direction of Display
  3. Sound
  4. Time
  5. Language
  6. About
  7. Factory Data Reset

5. Firmware Update

Open the Insta360 app > Settings > Update GPS Remote Control. Search and connect to the remote.
Once connected, the app will prompt you to update if there is a new firmware version.
Please follow the on-screen instructions to update the remote's firmware.

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