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Insta360 One R – My $60 Wireless Mic Audio Setup for Vlogging.

I bought my Insta360 One R ( https://amzn.to/3jGcKt5 ) a flew months ago and needed to go wireless so here is my wireless for Vlogging – about $60!

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I bought Insta360 Audio adapter ( https://amzn.to/3250CLz ) that allows for TRS audio for the Insta360 One R was about $10. The wireless headset lavalier microphone transmitter and receiver ( https://amzn.to/2TLwL6y ) was $45 on sale on Prime Day this year. The microphone set came with a transmitter and receiver and 3 microphones. You will still need a mount the receiver close to the camera, i was using gaffers tape ( https://amzn.to/3jOkJ6S ) until I bought an aluminum hard case ( https://amzn.to/3jSinUl ) for with cold shoe mounts for my Insta360.

Overall a simple setup. The receiver is small enough to hid between the 360 cameras blend “invisible zone” . The only draw back is the included mics of the system are weak cardioid microphones. So the volume is low for the mics unless you have them set at max volume and within 4 inches of your voice direction. While it works, a powered omni directional microphone would be better for this. I tested it with the original mics and the omni and it clearly sounds better with the omni mic.

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Maono Portable USB Gaming Microphone Kit ( AU-PM461TR) $27 UNBOX | REVIEW

UPDATE: I installed the mic screw mount upside down, so that’s why its loose!
I am reviewing the Maono Portable USB Gaming Microphone Kit ( AU-PM461TR) ( https://amzn.to/34BhWJQ ) that i bought for $27.

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I bought this USB mic so I dont have to be tethered to a lapel mic when narrating videos or presentations. Its an inexpensive improvement over head set mic as you can place it on the desk and be about 12-20 inches from it.
I use it in conjunction with my Sony music headphones ( https://amzn.to/3e1ZFIE ) so there is no feedback issues on my calls. Check out my uploaded video for a comparison test between my gaming headset, laptop mic, and lapel mic.

PRO:

  1. Good clear audio recording from USB connection.
  2. Simple to setup and light weight
  3. Gain control knob in front of the mic to increase recording volume.
  4. Valued priced

CON:

  1. Gain control does not mute mic – no mute button.
  2. Included tripod and mount works
  3. USB only

Overall good value for the quality of recording of the mic. You can spend $100+ for other USB mics with more controls, but if you just need a good mic to narrate a Powerpoint or video, and dont want to wear a mic, this may be a good option for you.

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GENIE Aladdin Connect Smart Garage Door Opener Kit $49 – UNBOX & REVIEW

We got a GENIE Aladdin Connect Smart Garage Door Opener Kit ( https://amzn.to/3jVROyw ) to replace our 20+ year old Lift Master remote control. We are going to UNBOX and REVIEW the Aladdin Connect.

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Our Lift Master garage door opener remote broke so we wanted to get a smaller universal remote ( https://amzn.to/3iRb2Ec ). We needed a garage remote for our 2017 Chevy Volt which did not have a garage door opener built into the car. We also want to upgrade to the ability to control and view status of the garage door via a smart phones app. Most universal remotes cost about $30, and since we needed 3 remotes, it was worth exploring an app based solution like the Aladdin Connect ( https://amzn.to/3jVROyw ). There were options to give our friends access to return borrowed items to the garage and be able to monitor the status of the door.

The install was 30 minutes to setup the app, control unit, and mount the door position sensor. The Genie website had very detailed instructions. We just replaced the wires of the old wall switch to the new control module. You can add up to 3 doors to the system with additional sensors ( https://amzn.to/2GVHLeG ). Each Aladdin Connect Door position sensor uses a CR2450 battery ( https://amzn.to/3lGuhCj ) The app can view door status history and which account opened or closed the door. Aladdin Connect can also be controlled by Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Overall, it was a very simple install and upgrade that took less than an hour to setup and add to our cell phones. It comes with hardware and wire to direct wire to the existing garage opener if needed. You will need to make sure your WiFi signal can reach the Aladdin Connect Control unit. If not you may need to get a Wifi extender ( https://amzn.to/2IlgOBk ). We will revisit and review this device and app in a few months, and will give you an update, so subscribe and stay tuned.

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