Audio Recording / Microphones

Q1 What audio modes does X5 support?

X5 supports four audio modes, including Auto Wind Noise Reduction (Strong/Weak), Voice Enhancement, Stereo, and 360° Audio.

• Auto Wind Noise Reduction:
  • Weak: Standard wind noise reduction, suitable for most scenes such as hiking and traveling.
  • Strong: Automatically reduces wind noise, suitable for fast action like motorcycling and skiing.
• Voice Enhancement: Automatically reduces background noise for clearer voices, ideal for vlogging.
• Stereo: Preserves the original sound for a natural experience, ideal for live music.
• 360° Audio: (Supports 360° Video recording only) Capture from all directions for a realistic spatial experience, ideal for VR devices.
  

Q2 What is the mesh on the microphone on the back of X5?

The microphone on the back of X5 features a steel mesh Wind Guard designed to effectively reduce wind noise and provide high-quality audio capture. Additionally, the microphone has internal layers to prevent dust from impacting its operation, ensuring that daily dust and dirt do not affect audio quality or the camera’s normal functionality.

Q3 How do you clean the Wind Guard on the microphone at the back of X5?

If dust accumulates on the Wind Guard during regular use, use the provided Cleaning Sticker to clean it.
For a deeper clean, follow these steps:

• Ensure that the camera battery and charging port are securely closed (no orange marks visible);
• Submerge the camera in water and gently clean with a brush;
• After cleaning, let it sit in a dry environment for 24 hours before use;
  
  Note: The Cleaning Sticker is reusable and can be cleaned with water after use.