GoPro MAX User manual

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USER MANUAL

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Contents Contents
MAX - Regulatory Model Number SPCC1
Meet Your GoPro MAX 6
Setting Up Your Camera 8
Getting to Know Your GoPro 12
Using QuikCapture 20
Adding HiLight Tags 55
Recording Video 23
Video Settings 26
Taking Photos 28
Photo Settings 32
Capturing Time Lapse 34
Time Lapse Settings 35
Live Streaming 37
Exposure Control 38
Controlling Your GoPro with Your Voice 41
Tips for Capturing with MAX 48
Playing Back Your Media 47
Connecting to Other Devices 51
Transferring Your Media 56
Customizing Your GoPro 57
Important Messages 63
Resetting Your Camera 65
Mounting Your GoPro 67
Removing the Door 73
Maintenance 75
Battery Information 77
Troubleshooting 80
Tech Specs: Video 81
Tech Specs: Photo 95
Tech Specs: Time Lapse 91
Tech Specs: Protune 96
Customer Support 103
Trademarks 103
HEVC Advance Notice 104
Regulatory Information 104

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Meet Your GoPro MAX
1. Speaker
2. Camera Lens (Front)
3. Status Light
4. Mode Button [ ]
5. Microphone
6. Mounting Fingers
1. Camera Lens (Back)
2. Touch Screen
3. Status Light
4. Door
5. Door Latch
6. microSD Card Slot
7. Battery
8. USB-C Port
9. Shutter Button [ ]
Meet Your GoPro MAX
Learn how to use the accessories that came with your GoPro.
See Mounting Your GoPro (page 67).

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MICROSD CARDS
You’ll need a microSD™ card (sold separately) to save your videos and
photos. Use a brand name card that ts these requirements:
• microSD, microSDHC™, or microSDXC™
• Class 10 or UHS-I rating
• Capacity up to 256GB
For a list of recommended microSD cards, visit gopro.com/microsdcards.
Heads Up: Be sure your hands are clean and dry before handling your
SD card. Check the manufacturer’s guidelines to see your card’s
acceptable temperature range and other important information.
PRO TIP: Keep your SD card in good condition by reformatting it
regularly. This will erase all of your media, so be sure to save it rst.
1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard.
2. Tap Preferences > Reset > Format SD Card.
To learn how to save your videos and photos, see Transferring Your Media
(page 56).
Setting Up Your Camera Setting Up Your Camera
MICROSD CARD + BATTERY SET UP
1. Unlock the Door Latch and ip the door open.
2. With your camera o, insert the SD card into the card slot with the
label facing the battery compartment.
You can eject the card by pressing it into the slot with your ngernail.

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Setting Up Your Camera
3. Insert the battery.
4. Connect your camera to a USB charger or computer using the
included USB-C cable.
It takes about 3.5 hours for the battery to fully charge. The camera
status light will turn o when it’s done. To learn more, see Battery
Information (page 77).
5. Unplug the cable and shut the door when charging’s complete.
Be sure the Door Latch is closed and locked before using your camera.
PRO TIP: Make sure you battery is fully charged before heading out.
For the fastest charging, use the GoPro Supercharger (sold separately).
UPDATING YOUR CAMERA’S SOFTWARE
To get the latest features and best performance from your GoPro,
make sure it’s using the most current software.
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
to your mobile device. If new camera software is available, 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 new camera software is available, the app will
tell you how to install it.
Updating Manually
1. Visit gopro.com/update.
2. Choose MAX from the list of cameras.
3. Select Update your camera manually and follow the instructions.
PRO TIP: Want to know what software version you’re using?
Here’s where you can nd out.
1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard.
2. Tap Preferences > About > Camera Info.
Setting Up Your Camera

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POWERING ON
Press the Mode button to turn on MAX.
POWERING OFF
Press and hold the Mode button to turn it o.
WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro and related
mounts and accessories. Always be aware of your surroundings
to avoid injuring yourself and others.
Be sure to follow all local laws including all privacy laws,
which may restrict recording in certain areas.
Getting to Know Your GoPro
CAPTURE MODES
Your GoPro has three main capture modes.
Change modes by swiping left or right to the one you want.
Video
Includes Video.
To learn more, see Recording Video (page 23).
Photo
Includes Photo, Burst, and Night.
To learn more, see Taking Photos (page 28).
Time Lapse
Includes TimeWarp Video, Time Lapse Video, Night Lapse Video,
Time Lapse Photo, and Night Lapse Photo. To learn more, see
Capturing Time Lapse (page 34).
PRO TIP: With the camera on, you can press the Mode button
to switch modes.
Getting to Know Your GoPro

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Getting to Know Your GoPro
LEVEL HORIZON
Information about level horizon here.
HERO MODE
Infomation about 1-lens capture here.
Getting to Know Your GoPro
CAPTURE MODES
This screen gives you total access to your camera’s capture settings
and provides information about your GoPro. The settings shown vary
by mode.
1. Current Mode (Video, Photo, or Time Lapse)
2. Recording Time/Photos Remaining
3. Capture Mode
4. Capture Settings
5. Battery Status
6. Touch Zoom

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Getting to Know Your GoPro
USING THE TOUCH SCREEN
Tap
Selects an item, turns a setting on or o.
Swipe Left or Right
Switches between Video, Photo,
and Time Lapse modes.
Swipe Down From the Edge of the Screen
Open the Dashboard when your camera
is in a landscape orientation.
Swipe Up From the Edge of the Screen
See your videos and photos in the Media Gallery.
Press and Hold
Turn on and adjust Exposure Control.
Getting to Know Your GoPro
USING THE SHUTTER BUTTON
1. Press the Shutter button to start recording.
2. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording
(Video, Time Lapse, and Live Streaming only).
CHANGING MODES + SETTINGS
1. Swipe left or right to the mode you want.
2. Tap the capture mode icon to see all available capture modes.

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3. Choose a capture mode from the list.
4. Tap the settings if you want to change the resolution or make
other adjustments.
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro
5. Tap the setting you want to change.
Your choices will appear in white. Options that are not compatible with
other settings you’ve chosen will be in gray.