GoPro HERO7 Silver User manual

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USER MANUAL
HERO7 SILVER

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The Basics 6
Charging 8
Updating the Software 9
Exploring Your HERO7 Silver 10
Taking Photos 14
Recording Video 16
Controlling Your GoPro with Your Voice 20
Playing Back Your Content 24
Connecting to Other Devices 26
Ooading Your Content 28
Advanced Controls 32
Customizing Your GoPro 36
Important Messages 40
Resetting Your Camera 41
Mounting 42
Removing the Side Door 46
Maintenance 48
Battery Information 49
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Troubleshooting 52
Customer Support 53
Trademarks 53
Regulatory Information 53
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. Shutter Button [ ]
2. Status Light
3. Microphone
4. Side Door
5. Latch Release Button
6. USB-C Port
7. Touch Display
8. Speaker
9. Mode Button [ ]
10. Battery
THE BASICS
Learn how to use the accessories that came with your GoPro. See Mounting (page 42).
GETTING STARTED
MICROSD CARDS
You’ll need a microSD™ card (sold separately) to capture video and
photos. Use a brand name card that meets these requirements:
• microSD, microSDHC™, or microSDXC™
• Class 10 or UHS-I rating
• Capacity up to 128GB
For a list of the recommended microSD cards, visit
gopro.com/workswithgopro.
INSTALLING YOUR MICROSD CARD
1. Hold down the Latch Release button on the side door, then slide the
door open.
2. With your camera o, insert your microSD card into the card slot with
the label facing the USB port.
3. You can eject the card by pressing it into the slot with your ngernail.
HEADS UP: Make sure your hands are dry and clean when you’re handling
memory cards. Check the memory card manufacturer’s guidelines for
information about use in acceptable temperature ranges.
PRO TIP: Keep your microSD card in good condition by reformatting it
regularly. This will erase all of your content, so be sure to save it rst.

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CHARGING
Your HERO7 Silver has a built-in battery. Make sure it’s fully charged before
heading out for your adventure.
1. Hold down the Latch Release button on the side door, then slide the
door open.
2. Connect your camera to a computer or other USB charger using the
included USB-C cable.
The camera status light turns o when the battery is fully charged.
It takes about 2 hours to charge to 100%. For more information, see
Battery Information (page 49).
PRO TIP: For the fastest charging, use GoPro’s Supercharger (sold
separately).
GETTING STARTED UPDATING THE SOFTWARE
Having the most current software ensures that you’ll always have the
lastest features and best performance.
Updating with the GoPro App
1. Download the app from the Apple©App Store©or Google Play.™
2. Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to connect your camera.
If an update is avalable, the app will tell you how to install it.
Updating with the Quik Desktop App
1. Download the app from gopro.com/apps.
2. Connect your camera to your computer using the included
USB-C cable. If an update is avalable, the app will tell you how
to install it.
Updating Manually
1. Visit gopro.com/update.
2. Select “HERO7 Silver” from the list of cameras.
3. Click “Update your camera manually” and follow the instructions.
PRO TIP: Need your current software version? Swipe down from the
main screen, then tap Preferences > About This GoPro.

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EXPLORING YOUR HERO7 SILVER
POWERING ON
Press the Mode button to turn on your HERO7 Silver.
POWERING OFF
Press and hold the Mode button to turn it o.
WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro. 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, including all privacy laws, which may
restrict recording in certain areas.
EXPLORING YOUR HERO7 SILVER
TOUCH DISPLAY
The information that you see on the touch display varies by mode.
1. Camera Mode
2. Time Remaining/Photos Taken
3. Battery Status
4. Settings
HEADS UP: Some settings are not available when turn your GoPro to take
portrait shots. Adjust those settings before rotating your camera.

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EXPLORING YOUR HERO7 SILVER
USING THE TOUCH DISPLAY
Tap
Selects an item, turns a setting on/o.
Swipe Down
From the main screen, opens the Preferences.
From other screens, returns you to the main screen.
Swipe Up
Accesses your media.
Press and Hold
Activates Exposure Control.
PRO TIP: Be sure to swipe from the edge of the screen.
MODES
Your HERO7 Silver has three modes: Video, Photo and Time Lapse.
Change modes by swiping left or right and tapping the mode you want.
PRO TIP: The touch display won’t work under water. With the camera
on, use the Mode button [ ] to switch modes.
EXPLORING YOUR HERO7 SILVER

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TAKING PHOTOS
HERO7 Silver takes 10MP photos with a wide eld of view (FOV). The
wide FOV helps you capture as much as possible within the frame.
PRO TIP: Crop your photos if you want to elminate the sheye look
around the edge of the frame.
TAKING A SINGLE PHOTO
1. Tap the photo icon.
2. Press the Shutter button [ ].
TAKING CONTINUOUS PHOTOS
Press and hold the Shutter button [ ] to take continuous photos at a
rate of XX per second. Release the button to stop.
TAKING BURST PHOTOS
Burst takes 15 photos in 1 second. It’s perfect capturing fast action.
3. From the photo screen, tap the burst icon.
4. Press the Shutter button [ ].
USING THE TIMER
Set up the Timer when you want to take a sele.
1. From the photo screen, tap the timer icon.
2. Choose 3 second or 10 seconds.
3. Press the Shutter button [ ]. The camera starts the countdown and
takes the photo. The camera status light will also blink and speed up
and the time winds down.
PRO TIP: Take Burst seles by tapping the burst icon before setting up
the Timer.
TAKING PHOTOS
ZOOM
Use Zoom to capture a closer view of the action.
1. From the photo screen, tap the zoom icon.
2. Use the slider to choose how much you want to zoom.
3. Tap anywhere to exit. The zoom level is locked until you re-adjust it,
switch capture modes, or turn o your camera.
PRO TIP: You can set up your shot by using any combination of Burst,
Timer and Zoom that you want.

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HERO7 Silver captures 1440p video with a wide eld of view (FOV) and
4:3 aspect ratio. This is great for actions shots and sharing to social
media.
PRO TIP: Crop you videos if you want to elminate the sheye look around
the edge of the frame.
RECORDING VIDEO
1. Tap the video icon
2. Press the Shutter button [ ].
3. Press the Shutter button [ ] again to stop recording.
PRO TIP: You can also record video using voice commands. See
Controlling Your GoPro with Your Voice (page 20).
RECORDING IN 4K
4K is an ultra high-quality video resolution that delivers sharp, professional
results. Use it shoot pro-quality videos with a cinematic feel.
1. From the video screen, tap the 4K icon.
2. Press the Shutter button [ ].
3. Press the Shutter button [ ] again to stop recording.
PRO TIP: Be sure that your phone, computer or TV can support 4K
playback.
RECORDING VIDEO RECORDING VIDEO
RECORDING A CLIP
Your HERO7 Silver can shoot short video clips that are quick and easy to
save on your phone and share on social media.
1. From the video screen, tap the video ico.
2. Choose a 15 or 30 second clip.
3. Press the Shutter button [ ]. Your camera will automaticaly stop
recording a the end of the clip.
PRO TIP: Press and hold the Shutter button [ ] to take continuous
clips.
RECORDING IN SLOW MOTION
HERO7 Silver lets you capture the action at 60 frames per second (FPS),
then play it back at 2X slow motion.
1. From the video screen, tap the slomo icon.
2. Press the Shutter button [ ].
3. Press the Shutter button [ ] again to stop recording.
PRO TIP: You can watch your clips in 2X slomo or normal speed. See
Playing Back Your Content (page 20).

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RECORDING TIME LAPSE
Time Lapse speeds up the action by capturing frames every 0.5 seconds
and playing them back at normal speed. It’s great for sunsets and other
shots that happen over a long period of time.
1. Tap [Time Lapse icon].
2. Press the Shutter button [ ].
3. Press the Shutter button [ ] again to stop recording.
ZOOM
Use Zoom to capture a closer view of the action.
1. From the photo screen, tap [Zoom icon].
2. Use the slider to choose how much you want to zoom.
3. Tap anywhere to exit. The zoom level is locked until you re-adjust it,
switch capture modes, or turn o your camera.
PRO TIP: You can set up your shot by using any combination of Clip,
Slomo and Zoom that you want.
RECORDING VIDEO WITH QUIKCAPTURE
QuikCapture is an alternate way to take video with HERO7 Silver. The
camera is powered on only when it’s recording, so you conserve battery
power.
1. Power o the camera.
2. Your camera powers on, beeps several times, and automatically
begins recording. The lights blink while the camera is recording.
3. The camera stops recording, beeps several times, and automatically
powers o.
TURNING QUIKCAPTURE OFF
QuikCapture is on by default, but you can turn it o, if needed.
1. From the main screen, swipe down.
2. Tap Preferences > QuikCapture.
3. Tap O.
QUIKCAPTURE