GoPro HERO 4 SILVER User manual

USER MANUAL

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Optional Accessories 6
The Basics 8
Getting Started 10
Camera Displays 16
Camera Icons 20
Camera Menus 22
Camera Modes 24
Navigating Settings Menus 25
Video Mode 27
Photo Mode 39
Multi-Shot Mode 43
Playback Mode 50
Setup Mode 54
Connecting to the GoPro App 62
Transferring Files to a Computer 63
Protune™ 64
Battery 70
Important Messages 76
Camera Housing 78
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/ Table of Contents
Using the Mounts 83
Frequently Asked Questions 86
Customer Support 88
Trademarks 88
Regulatory Information 88

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Battery BacPac™Handlebar/Seatpost/
Pole Mount
Smart Remote Chesty (Chest Harness)
The Frame Jaws: Flex Clamp
Dual Battery Charger
for HERO 4 Batteries 3-Way
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Suction Cup Head Strap + QuickClip
Surfboard Mounts Tripod Mounts
Roll Bar Mount Fetch (Dog Harness)
See more at
gopro.com.
Floaty Backdoor
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1. Camera Status Light (red)
2. Shutter/Select Button [ ]
3. Wireless Status Light (blue)
4. Camera Status Screen
5. Power/Mode Button [ ]
6. Micro HDMI Port
(cable not included)
7. microSD Card Slot
(microSD card not included)
8. Mini-USB Port
(supports composite A/C
cable/ 3.5mm stereo mic
adapter, not included)
9. Audio Alert
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10. Microphone
11. HERO Port
12. Touch Display
13. Touch Display Sleep/Wake
Button [ ]
14. Settings/Tag Button [ ]
15. Battery Door
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
1. Remove the camera from its housing.
2. Remove the camera side door and insert a microSD, microSDHC
or microSDXC card (sold separately) into the card slot. A microSD
card with a Class 10 or UHS-1 rating is required.
3. Open the bottom door, insert the battery and then close the
bottom door.
/ Getting Started
Slim housing surfboard mount installation
Slim housing remove camera Slim housing insert camera
Slim housing closed Swapping housing doors
Quick Release Buckle + Thumb Screw + Slim housing = Complete Unit

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4. Charge the battery by connecting the camera to a computer using
the included USB cable. The charging icon appears on the camera
status screen and shows a full battery when charging is complete.
The included lithium-ion battery comes partially charged. No damage
occurs to the camera or battery if used prior to a full charge.
PRO TIP: With the Dual Battery Charger, you can charge your battery
outside of the camera. For details, visit gopro.com.
For more battery information, see Battery.
WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro as part of your
active lifestyle. Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid
injury to yourself and others. Abide by all local laws when using
this camera.
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CAMERA SOFTWARE UPDATES
To get the latest features and best performance from your HERO4
camera, make sure you are using the most current camera soware.
You can update your camera soware via the GoPro App, GoPro
soware or at gopro.com/getstarted.
CAMERA DEFAULT SETTINGS
The HERO4 Silver camera powers up with the following default settings:
Video 1080p30 SuperView
Photo 12MP, Wide Field of View (FOV)
Multi-Shot Burst option (set to 30 photos in 1 second)
QuikCapture Off
Wireless Off
To change your Video or Photo settings, see Video Settings and
Photo Settings.
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POWERING ON + OFF
To Power On:
Press the Power/Mode button [ ] once. The camera status lights
(red) flash three times and the sound indicator emits three beeps. When
the camera status screen displays information, your camera is on.
To Power Off:
Press and hold the Power/Mode button [ ] for two seconds. The
camera status lights (red) flash several times and the sound indicator
emits seven beeps.
PRO TIP: When the camera is off and QuikCapture is enabled, you can
turn the camera on and immediately begin capturing video or Time
Lapse photos just by pressing the Shutter/Select button [ ]. Press
once for video, press and hold for two seconds for Time Lapse photos.
Press again to stop recording and power off the camera. For details,
see QuikCapture in Setup Mode.
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INSERTING + REMOVING MICROSD CARDS
The HERO4 Silver camera is compatible with 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and
64GB capacity microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC memory cards
(sold separately). You must use a microSD card with a Class 10 or a UHS-1
rating. GoPro recommends using brand name memory cards for
maximum reliability in high-vibration activities.
To Insert the microSD Card:
Slide the memory card into the
card slot with the label facing
the front of the camera.
When fully inserted, the card
clicks into place.
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To Remove the microSD Card:
Place your fingernail against
the edge of the memory card
and lightly press it further into
the camera.
The card springs out far enough
to be removed.
NOTICE: Use care when handling memory cards. Avoid liquids, dust
and debris. As a precaution, power off the camera before inserting
or removing the card. Check manufacturer guidelines regarding use
in acceptable temperature ranges.
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/ Camera Displays
Your HERO4 Silver features a status screen on the front of the camera
and a larger touch display on the back
.
CAMERA STATUS SCREEN
The camera status screen on the front of the camera displays the
following information about modes and settings:
1. Camera Modes/FOV
(field of view)
2. Camera Settings
3. Resolution/fps
(frames per second)
4. Protune
5. Number of Files Captured
6. Time/Storage/Files
7. Wireless
8. Battery Life
Note: The icons that appear on the camera status screen vary by mode.

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TOUCH DISPLAY
The integrated touch display on the back of the camera lets you control
your camera and its settings, and preview and play back videos and
photos. You can also use it as a viewfinder so you can see what your
camera sees for easy shot-framing.
Turning the Touch Display On/Off
The touch display automatically turns on/off when you power the
camera on/off.
PRO TIP: To conserve battery power, dim your screen or turn it off
when it is not in use. For details, see Touch Display in Setup Mode.
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/ Camera Displays
Gestures
Use these gestures to navigate the touch display:
Swipe up/down
Swipe up from
bottom edge
Swipe left Press for 3 sec Slide down and hold
Swipe Le
Display camera modes.
Swipe up/down
Swipe up from
bottom edge
Swipe left Press for 3 sec Slide down and hold
Swipe Up from Bottom Edge
Open the settings menu for the current mode.
Swipe left/right Double tap Tap Press + hold Swipe up/downSwipe from top/bottomSwipe from left edge
Swipe Up/Down
Move through settings lists.
Swipe left/right Double tap Tap Press + hold Swipe up/downSwipe from top/bottomSwipe from left edge
Tap
Select an item, turn a setting on/off.
Swipe left/right Double tap Tap Press + hold Swipe up/downSwipe from top/bottomSwipe from left edge
Swipe Le/Right
Display gallery images (Playback mode).

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Swipe left/right Double tap Tap Press + hold Swipe up/downSwipe from top/bottomSwipe from left edge
Swipe Right from Le Edge
Display last file captured.
Swipe left/right Double tap Tap Press + hold Swipe up/downSwipe from top/bottomSwipe from left edge
Double Tap
Zoom in/out on an image.
Swipe up/down
Swipe up from
bottom edge
Swipe left Press for 3 sec Slide down and hold
Press for Three Seconds
Lock the touch display. (Lock setting must be on.)
Swipe up/down
Swipe up from
bottom edge
Swipe left Press for 3 sec Slide down and hold
Slide Down and Hold
Unlock the touch display. (Lock setting must
be on.)
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/ Camera Icons
Auto Low Light
Auto Off
Beeps
Burst Photos
Color
Continuous Photos
Date/Time
Default Mode
Delete
Exposure Value
Compensation
Field of View
Frames Per Second
Interval
ISO Limit
LEDs
Looping
Megapixels
Multi-Shot Mode
Night Lapse
Night Photo
On-Screen Display
Orientation
Photo Mode
Playback Mode
Protune
QuikCapture
Rate
Setup Mode