GoPro SPBL1 User manual

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Regulatory Model
Number SPBL1

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Contents Contents
Regulatory Model Number SPBL1—Regulatory Model Number
Meet Your Regulatory Model Number SPBL1 6
Setting Up Your Camera 
Getting to Know Your GoPro 14
Customizing Your GoPro 27
Using QuikCapture 36
Adding HiLight Tags 96
Setting the Screen Orientation 39
Recording Video 40
Video Settings 46
Taking Photos 49
Photo Settings 56
Capturing Time Lapse 58
Time Lapse Settings 62
Live Streaming 65
Exposure Control 66
Connecting to an External Microphone 69
Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice 70
Playing Back Your Media 74
Connecting to Other Devices 78
Transferring Your Media 80
Setting Your Preferences 85
Important Messages 94
Resetting Your Camera 96
Mounting Your GoPro 98
Removing the Door 103
Maintenance 105
Battery Information 106
Troubleshooting 109
Tech Specs: Video 110
Tech Specs: Photo 121
Tech Specs: Time Lapse 126
Tech Specs: Protune 131
Customer Support 139
Trademarks 139
Regulatory Information 139

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Meet Your Regulatory Model Number SPBL1
1. Shutter Button
2. Door
3. Door Latch
4. Status Light
5. Front Screen
6. microSD™ Card Slot
7. Battery
8. USB-C Port
9. Microphone
10. Folding Fingers
Meet Your Regulatory Model Number SPBL1
Learn how to use the accessories that came with your GoPro.
See Mounting Your GoPro (starting page 98).
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11. Mode Button
12. Speaker
13. Touch Screen
14. Removable Lens

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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 80).
Setting Up Your Camera Setting Up Your Camera
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
For maximum performance, be sure to use the GoPro Rechargeable
Battery (Regulatory Model Number SPBL1) with your new GoPro.
Although older GoPro and non-GoPro batteries may t in your
Regulatory Model Number SPBL1, they will greatly limit your camera’s
performance.
PRO TIP: There’s an easy way to check your battery’s status and make
sure you’re using the right one.
1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard.
2. Tap Preferences > About > Battery Info.

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Setting Up Your CameraSetting 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 2 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 106).
PRO TIP: For the fastest charging, use the GoPro Supercharger
(sold separately).
MICROSD CARD + BATTERY SETUP
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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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 Manually
1. Visit gopro.com/update.
2. Choose Regulatory Model Number SPBL1 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 > Connections > Camera Info.
Setting Up Your CameraSetting Up Your Camera
5. Unplug the cable and shut the door when charging is complete.
Be sure the door latch is closed and locked before using your camera.
6. Press the door hinge to ensure a tight seal.
WARNING: Your camera’s door is removable. Be sure that it
is locked, sealed, and waterproof by checking the door latch
and pressing the hinge after closing the door.

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POWERING ON
Press the Mode button to turn on your Regulatory Model Number
SPBL1.
POWERING OFF
Press and hold the Mode button for 3 seconds to turn it o.
3s
WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro and its 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 Getting to Know Your GoPro
USING THE TOUCH SCREEN
Tap
Select an item to turn it on or o.
Swipe Left or Right
Switch 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 the last photo or video you captured
and access the Media Gallery.

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Getting to Know Your GoPro
CAPTURE MODES
Your GoPro has three main capture modes.
VIDEO
Using the rear touch screen, swipe left or right to the mode you want.
Video
Includes Standard, Activity, Cinematic, and Slo-Mo presets.
To learn more, see Recording Video (page 40).
Photo
Includes Photo, LiveBurst, Burst, and Night presets. To learn more,
see Taking Photos (page 49).
Time Lapse
Includes TimeWarp Video, Time Lapse, and Night Lapse presets.
To learn more, see Capturing Time Lapse (page 58).
PRO TIP: With the camera on, you can press the Mode button
to switch modes.
Press and Hold the Capture Screen
Turn on and adjust Exposure Control.
Press and Hold Any Back Arrow
Skip back to the main capture, Media Gallery,
or Dashboard screen.
Getting to Know Your GoPro

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Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro
GETTING THE SHOT
1. Simply press the Shutter button to start recording.
100% 100%
2H:11
00:00
2. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording (Video,
Time Lapse, and Live Streaming only).
FRONT SCREEN
Regulatory Model Number SPBL1’s new front LCD screen features a
live view from the lens (perfect for self capture), plus up-to-the-second
camera info.
1. Current Mode (Video, Photo, or Time Lapse)
2. Recording Time/Photos Remaining
3. Capture Settings
4. Battery Status
Front Screen Settings
The front screen has four settings.
1. Swipe down on the rear touch screen.
2. Tap the icon of the front screen setting that you want.
Setting Description
Full Screen
Displays the live preview from the lens to as a
full-screen shot. The image is cropped for the
display, but will be captured without cropping.
Actual View Displays the live preview from the lens without
cropping.
Status Only Displays camera status without the live preview
from the lens.
Screen O Turns the front screen o. The best setting for
preserving battery life.

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Getting to Know Your GoPro
TOUCH SCREEN
The rear touch screen gives you access to your camera’s capture settings.
100% 100%
2H:11
1080 | 60 | W
Standard
1. Current Mode (Video, Photo, or Time Lapse)
2. Recording Time/Photos Remaining
3. Customizable On-Screen Shortcuts
4. Capture Settings
5. Battery Status
Heads Up: The capture settings are not available when you turn your
GoPro to take portrait shots. Be sure to choose the settings you want
before rotating your camera.
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Getting to Know Your GoPro
CHANGING PRESETS
Each capture mode has presets that make it easy to switch back and forth
between the best mode and settings for your shot. They make getting the
shot you want as simple as possible.
1. Tap the capture settings.
100% 100%
2H:11
1080 | 60 | W
Standard
2. Tap the preset that you want. All of the preset’s settings will be locked
into your camera and ready to go.
4K | 30 | Linear
Cinematic
2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Activity
1080 | 60 | Wide
Standard
VIDEO

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CUSTOMIZING THE PRESETS
You can change the settings in your presets with just a few taps.
1. With your camera in portrait orientation, tap next to the
preset you want to adjust.
4K | 30 | Linear
Cinematic
2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Activity
1080 | 60 | Wide
Standard
VIDEO
2. Tap the setting that you want to change.
1.0x OOn
BoostWide1080 | 60
ClipsZoomLow Light
HyperSmoothLensRES | FPS
STANDARD
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro
The on-screen instructions will give you a rundown of your options.
DIGITAL LENS
Wide
Large field of view that
captures as much as
possible in the frame.
For details on settings, see Tech Specs (starting page 110).
3. Scroll down for the more advanced settings.
1600
ISO Max
100
ISO Min
Auto
White Balance
0
EV Comp
Auto
Shutter
Low
Bit Rate
PROTUNE
O1.0xOn
For details on all advanced settings, see Protune (starting page 131).

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4. Tap to save your changes and return to the presets screen.
1.0x OOn
BoostWide1080 | 60
ClipsZoomLow Light
HyperSmoothLensRES | FPS
STANDARD
Heads Up: You can’t delete the preloaded presets, but you can customize
them any way you want. You can also create your own custom presets.
To learn more, see Creating Your Own Presets (page 27).
PRO TIP: From the capture screen, you can press and hold the capture
settings to skip straight to the settings menu.
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro
RESTORING PRESETS TO THEIR ORIGINAL SETTINGS
You can go back to your presets’ original settings anytime.
1. Tap .
4K | 30 | Linear
Cinematic
2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Activity
1080 | 60 | Wide
Standard
VIDEO
2. Tap .
4K | 30 | Linear
Cinematic
2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Activity
1080 | 60 | Wide
Standard
MANAGE
3. Tap Do ne.
Heads Up: You can also scroll to the end of the list of settings
and tap Restore.

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Getting to Know Your GoPro
NAVIGATING WITH THE BUTTONS
Although your GoPro is waterproof, the touch screen won’t work under
water. Use the buttons and front screen to change modes and settings.
1. With your camera on, hold down the Mode button and press the
Shutter button . A menu will appear on the front screen.
2. Press the Mode button to scroll through the modes and settings.
3. Use the Shutter button to select and adjust settings.
To exit: Press and hold the Shutter button or scroll until you reach
Done, and then press the Shutter button.
Heads Up: The Dashboard and Media Gallery are not available when
navigating with the buttons.
Customizing Your GoPro
Regulatory Model Number SPBL1 is the most customizable GoPro ever.
It lets you create your own presets and personalize your screen for instant
access to the settings you use the most.
CREATING YOUR OWN PRESETS
The perfect capture settings for a day out on the slopes may not be so
great when you’re recording indoors. Custom presets let you set up and
save settings for both so you can switch back and forth in no time.
1. Using the rear touch screen, the capture settings, and then scroll to
the bottom of the presets list and tap .
4K | 30 | Linear
Cinematic
1080 | 240 | Wide
Slo-Mo
2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Activity
2. Tap a setting to change it.
On
Low Light
1.0x
Zoom
Wide
Lens
1080 | 60
RES | FPS
Boost
HyperSmooth
Video
Mode
CHOOSE SETTINGS

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Customizing Your GoPro
The on-screen instructions will give you a rundown of your options.
For details on all settings, see Tech Specs (starting page 110).
Scroll down for the more advanced settings.
1600
ISO Max
100
ISO Min
Auto
White Balance
0
EV Comp
Auto
Shutter
Low
Bit Rate
PROTUNE
O1.0xOn
For details on advanced settings, see Protune (starting page 131).
3. Tap when you’re nished.
On
Low Light
1.0x
Zoom
Wide
Lens
1080 | 60
RES | FPS
Boost
HyperSmooth
Video
Mode
CHOOSE SETTINGS
Customizing Your GoPro
4. Choose an icon and name for your preset.
NAME PRESET
Bike
Air
Custom
5. Tap to save your preset.
You may need to ne-tune your presets after trying them out. Tap
next to the preset to make adjustments.

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Customizing Your GoPro
DELETING YOUR PRESET
1. Tap .
4K | 30 | Linear
Cinematic
2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Activity
1080 | 60 | Wide
Standard
VIDEO
2. Tap .
2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Activity
1080 | 60 | Wide
Standard
1440 | 60 | Wide
Custom
MANAGE
3. Tap Do ne.
Heads Up: You can also scroll to the end of the list of settings
and tap Delete.
SUGGESTED SETTINGS
Here are some of the best modes and settings for capturing your
favorite activities. Try them as starting points for your presets,
and then experiment to nd what works best for you.
Activity Video Photo
Air • 1080p120, Wide Lens
• 4K60, Wide Lens
• 15x TimeWarp Video
• Time Lapse Photo
(1-second interval)
1080p120, Wide Lens
• Burst (30/3 Rate),
Wide Lens
Bike • 1440p60, Wide Lens
• 2.7K60 4:3, Wide Lens
• 15x TimeWarp Video
• Time Lapse Photo
(5-second interval),
Wide Lens
Indoor • 1440p30, Wide Lens
• 1080p30, Wide Lens
• Photo or Continuous
Photo, Wide Lens
Motor • 1440p60, Wide Lens
• 2.7K60 4:3, Wide Lens
• 15x TimeWarp Video
• Time Lapse Photo
(5-second interval),
Wide Lens
Mounted • 1440p60, Wide Lens
• 4K60, Wide Lens
• Auto TimeWarp Video
• Time Lapse Photo
(5-second interval),
Wide Lens
Outdoor • 1440p60, Wide Lens
• 4K60, Wide Lens
• 10x TimeWarp Video
• Photo or Continuous
Photo, Wide Lens
Customizing Your GoPro

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Customizing Your GoPro
Activity Video Photo
POV*• 1440p60, Wide Lens
• 1440p120, Wide Lens
• 15x TimeWarp Video
• Time Lapse Photo
(2-second interval),
Wide Lens
• Burst (30/3 Rate),
Wide Lens
Sele • 1440p60, Narrow Lens
• 4K60 4:3, Narrow Lens
• Photo, Narrow Lens,
SuperPhoto,
Photo Timer
Snow • 1080p120, Wide Lens
• 4K60, Wide Lens
• 15x TimeWarp Video
• Time Lapse Photo
(1-second interval),
Wide Lens
• Burst (30/3 Rate),
Wide Lens
Trail • 1440p60, Wide Lens
• 4K30 4:3, Wide Lens
• 15x TimeWarp Video
• Photo, Wide Lens
Travel • 1440p60, Wide Lens
• 4K60, Wide Lens
• 10x TimeWarp Video
• Photo or Continuous
Photo, Wide Lens
Water • 1080p240, Wide Lens
• 1440p60, Wide Lens
• 4K60, Wide Lens
• Time Lapse Photo
(2- or 5-second
interval), Wide Lens
• Burst (30/6 Rate),
Wide Lens
*Point-of-view (POV) shots are those taken from your point of view using a body mount
or handheld mount.
PERSONALIZING YOUR ONSCREEN SHORTCUTS
On-screen shortcuts give you quick one-tap access to your camera’s
capture settings. Each mode has its own default shortcuts, but you can
change them to the settings that you use most. You can even set up
dierent shortcuts for each preset.
1. Tap the next to the preset you want to adjust.
4K | 30 | Linear
Cinematic
2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Activity
1080 | 60 | Wide
Standard
VIDEO
2. Scroll down to the On-Screen Shortcuts.
Auto
Upper Right
Slo-Mo
Upper Left
Zoom
Lower Right
Lens
Lower Left
ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS
O
Customizing Your GoPro

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Customizing Your GoPro
3. Tap where you’d like to put your new shortcut.
O
Upper Right
Slo-Mo
Upper Left
Zoom
Lower Right
Lens
Lower Left
ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS
4. Scroll through all of the available shortcuts on the right and choose
the one you want.
Capture the action, then
replay in slow motion or
in real time.
SloMo
UPPER RIGHT
For details on shortcuts, see Tech Specs (starting page 110)
and Protune (starting page 131).
Customizing Your GoPro
5. Tap to save your changes and return to the presets screen.
Upper Right
Slo-Mo
Upper Left
Zoom
Lower Right
Lens
Lower Left
ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS
STANDARD
Now you can simply tap the shortcut to change settings.
PRO TIP: From the capture screen, you can press and hold the shortcut
to skip to the shortcut selection screen.

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QuikCapture is the fastest and easiest way to power on your GoPro
and get the shot. All it takes is the push of the Shutter button.
RECORDING VIDEO WITH QUIKCAPTURE
1. With your camera o, press the Shutter button .
2. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording and turn o
your camera.
Heads Up: When using QuikCapture, your camera will start recording
with the settings that you used last.
For more Video options, see Recording Video (page 40).
Using QuikCapture
TAKING TIME LAPSE WITH QUIKCAPTURE
1. With your camera o, press and hold the Shutter button until your
camera turns on (about 3 seconds). It will start recording in the last
Time Lapse mode that you used.
3s
2. Press the Shutter button again to stop Time Lapse and turn o
your camera.
For more Time Lapse options, see Capturing Time Lapse (page 58).
TURNING OFF QUIKCAPTURE
QuikCapture is on by default, but you can turn it o.
1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard.
2. Tap .
PRO TIP: Since it only turns the camera on when it’s recording,
QuikCapture is a great way to maximize battery life.
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Adding HiLight Tags
Mark favorite moments in your videos and photos by pressing the Mode
button during recording or playback. This adds a HiLight Tag that
makes those moments easier to nd when you’re watching your footage,
creating a video, or looking for a certain shot.
You can also add HiLight Tags by saying, “GoPro, HiLight” when Voice
Control is on and by tapping when watching your footage with
the GoPro app.
PRO TIP: The GoPro app looks for HiLight Tags when it creates videos.
This helps to ensure that favorite moments are included in your stories.
Setting the Screen Orientation
You can easily switch between landscape and portrait shots by rotating
your camera. Regulatory Model Number SPBL1 can even capture photos
and videos right-side up when it’s mounted upside down. The touch
screen menu will automatically adjust, and your media will play back
right-side up.
The orientation is locked in when you press the Shutter button .
If your camera tilts during recording, like on a roller coaster, your
footage will tilt with it. You’ll capture every twist and turn.
LOCKING THE ORIENTATION
Regulatory Model Number SPBL1 lets you lock the screen in landscape
or portrait orientation. This is especially useful when you’re using body
and handheld mounts. That’s when accidentally shooting in the wrong
orientation is mostly likely to happen.
Swipe down to access the Dashboard.
1. Turn your camera to the orientation you want.
2. Tap on the Dashboard.
The screen is now locked and will match the orientation of your camera.
Heads Up: Locking the screen in this way will only work when the
Orientation is set to All (default) in Preferences.
SETTING LANDSCAPE LOCK
You can also set your GoPro to record only in landscape orientation.
Swipe down to access the Dashboard.
1. Tap Preferences > Touch Screen > Orientation.
2. Switch from Auto (default) to Landscape.
Your GoPro will record right-side up whether your camera is right-side up
or upside down. You can also lock the orientation on the Dashboard.