GoPro HERO Camera User manual

USER MANUAL

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/ Table of Contents
Frequently Asked Questions 45
Customer Support 46
Trademarks 46
Regulatory Information 46
Optional Accessories 6
The Basics 8
Getting Started 10
Camera Status Screen 17
Camera Icons 18
Camera Menus 19
Camera Modes 20
Video Mode 21
Photo Mode 22
Burst Mode 23
Time Lapse Mode 24
Settings Mode 25
Minimum System Requirements 32
Transferring and Playing Back Files 33
Battery 34
Important Messages 37
Camera Housing 39
Using the Mounts 42
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Head Strap + QuickClip Chesty (Chest Harness)
Suction Cup Jaws: Flex Clamp
Surfboard Mounts Bodyboard Mount
3-Way Tripod Mounts
Helmet Front Mount Handlebar/Seatpost/
Pole Mount
Side Mount Vented Helmet Strap Mount
Junior Chesty (Chest Harness) Fetch (Dog Harness)
See more at
gopro.com.
Floaty Backdoor
/ Wear It. Mount It. Love It.™ / Optional Accessories

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/ The Basics
1. Shutter/Select Button
2. Camera Status Screen
3. Power/Mode Button
4. Camera Status Light
5. microSD Card Slot
(microSD card sold separately)
6. Mini-USB Port
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
1. Open the backdoor of the housing.
Note: Your HERO camera, battery, and housing are integrated. You cannot remove the camera
from the housing, or remove the battery from the camera.
2. Charge the battery by connecting the camera to a computer or
other USB charging adapter with the included USB cable.
NOTICE: Only use USB charging adapters marked 5V 1A. If you
do not know the voltage and amperage of your charger, use the
included USB cable to charge the camera from your computer.
/ 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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When charging with a computer, be sure that the computer is
connected to a power source. If the camera status light does not
turn on or you do not see the charging indicator, use a different
USB port.
For fastest charging, make sure the camera is powered off aer
connecting it to a computer or USB charging adapter. The camera
status light turns on during charging and turns off when charging
is complete.
The integrated lithium-ion battery comes partially charged. No
damage occurs to the camera or battery if used prior to a full charge.
For more battery information, see Battery (page 34).
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
your GoPro and related mounts and accessories.

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INSERTING + REMOVING MICROSD CARDS
The HERO camera is compatible with microSD, microSDHC, and
microSDXC memory cards (sold separately) up to 32GB capacity.
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
GoPro logo on the back 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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POWERING ON + OFF
To Power On:
Press the Power/Mode button once. The camera status lights 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 flash several times and the sound indicator
emits seven beeps.
PRO TIP: You can quickly turn your camera on and immediately
being capturing video or Time Lapse photos just by pressing the
Shutter/Select button. Press and release for video, press and hold
for 2 seconds for Time Lapse photos. For details, see QuikCapture
(page 29).
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CAMERA SOFTWARE UPDATES
To get the latest features and best performance from your HERO
camera, make sure you are using the most current camera soware.
You can update your camera soware using GoPro soware. For more
info, visit gopro.com/getstarted.
CAMERA DEFAULT SETTINGS
The HERO camera powers up with the following default settings:
Video 720p60 SuperView, Auto Low Light
Photo 5MP
Burst 10 photos in 2 seconds (5 fps)
Time Lapse 0.5 seconds
QuikCapture On
PRO TIP: To change your Video or QuikCapture settings, see Settings
Mode (page 25).
/ Getting Started / Camera Status Screen
Your HERO features a status screen on the front of the camera.
CAMERA STATUS SCREEN
The camera status screen displays the following information about
modes and settings:
1. Camera Modes/FOV
(field of view)
2. Spot Meter
(when Spot Meter is turned on)
3. Resolution/fps
(frames per second)
4. Time Lapse Interval Setting
(not shown)
5. Counter
6. Time/Storage/Files
7. Battery Life
Note: The icons that appear on the camera status screen vary by mode.

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Camera Modes
Video
Photo
Burst
Time Lapse
Settings
Settings
Resolution
Spot Meter
Upside Down
QuikCapture
NTSC/PAL
LEDs
Beeps
Date/Time
Delete
Exit
/ Camera Icons / Camera Menus