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1. n DELETE This setting lets you delete the last file or delete all files and format the memory card LED lights blink until the operation is complete NOTICE If you select All Format the memory card is reformatted which deletes every video and photo file on your card 31 Minimum System Requirements For best results playing back your content on a computer visit gopro com getstarted to download the latest GoPro software Be sure your or Windows computer meets these minimum system requirements Windows Mac Operating Windows 7 8 x OS X 10 8 or later System Inte Core 2 Duo Intel Intel Dual Core Intel CPU Quad Core i7 or better Quad Core i7 or better recommended recommended that supports Graphies Card OpenGL1 2 or later Screen 1280 x 800 1280 x 768 Resolution RAM 2GB 4GB or greater AGB recommended 5400 RPM internaldrive 9400 RPM internal drive 7200 RPM drive or 7200 RPM drive or SSD recommended Hard Drive SSD recommended If external use USB 3 0 lfexternal us or eSATA Thunderbolt FireWire or USB 3 0 32 i Transferring and Playing Back Files To play bak your video and photos on a computer you must first transfer thesefiles to acomputer TO TRANSFER FILES TO A COMPUTER Download and install the latest GoPro software from gopro com getstarted The HERO camera was designed to communicate with GoPro software to help you easily locate and tra2. QuikCapture On PRO TIP To change your Video or QuikCapture settings see Settings Mode page 25 KA Camera Status Screen Your HERD features astatus screen on the front of the camera CAMERA Staus SCREEN The camera stat siscreen displays the following information about modes and settings 1 Camera Modes FOV field of view 2 Spot Meter DJk IEEE 3E when Spot Meter is turned on 3 Resolution fps 51080 30 frames per second 0 1 4 Time Lapse Interval Setting gt not shown 5 Counter 00 00 um oO 6 Time Storage Files 7 Battery Life Note The icons that appear on the camera status screen vary by mode Camera Icons Camera Menus Camera Modes Settings Video Photo Burst Time Lapse x Settings 0 EXIT Resolution Spot Meter Upside Down QuikCapture NTSC PAL LEDs Beeps Date Time Delete Exit Camera Modes The HERO features several camera modes To display the modes press the Power Mode button repeatedly These modes appear Video default Record video Photo Capture a single photo Burst Capture 10 photos in 2 seconds Time Lapse Capture a photo every 0 5 seconds CD Settings Adjust camera settings 20 Video Mode To capture vidgo verify that the camera is in Video mode If the Video icon EX doesnot appear in the upper left on your camera status
3. does not turn on or ya do not see the charging indicator use a different USB port For fastest charging make sure the camera is powered off after 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 11 Getting Started 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 a Getting Started 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 re
4. into any opening on the camera such as the mini USB port Do not use the camera if it has been damaged for example if cracked punctured or harmed by water Disassembling or puncturing the integrated battery can cause an explosion or fire 36 Important Messages No card present The camera requires a NO SD 4 microSD microSDHC or microSDXC card to capture videos and photos 15 not formatted or is improperly formatted Select Yes to format the card FORMAT SD or select No and insert a different card NOTICE If you select Yes all of the content onthe cardis deleted FULL Card is full Delete files or swap card Camera is unable to read card formatting SDERR Reformat the card in the camera PRO TIP Reformat your microSD card on a regular basis to ensure that the card can continue to receive information from the camera 37 Important Messages FILE REPAIR ICON If you see the File Repair icon on the camera status e screen your last video file was corrupted during recording Press any button to repair the file TEMPERATURE ICON The Temperature icon appears on the camera status screen when the camera becomes too hot and needs i f to cool down Simply let it sit and cool before attempting touseitagain Your camera was designed to identify conditions of overheating and is designed to respond accordingly 38 ey Camera Housing Your comes with two t
5. players support the H 264 codec For best results use the latest GoPro software available for free at gopro com getstarted The computer does not meet the minimum requirements for HD playback The higher the resolution and frame rate of your video the harder the computer has to work to play it back Make sure that your computer meets the minimum requirements listed in Minimum System Requirements page 32 Playing your content directly from your camera over a USB connection Transfer the file to the computer to play back If your computer does not meet the minimum requirements make sure that all other programs on your computer are closed 45 Customer Support a GoPro is dedicated to providing the best possible E service To reach GoPro Customer Support visit ey gopro com support ta Trademarks GoPro HERO the GoPro logo the GoPro Be a Hero logo BacPac Protune SuperView and Wear It Mount It Love It are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro Inc in the US and internationally Other names and marks are the property of their respective owners Regulatory Information To see additional information regarding country certifications refer tothe Important Product Safety Information Guide included with your camera
6. screen press the Power Mode button repeatedly until it appears To Start Recording Press the Shutter Select button The camera emits one beep and the camera status lights flash while recording To Stop Recording Press the Shutter Select button The camera status lights flash three times and the camera emits three beeps to indicate recording has stopped If the memory card is full or the battery is out of power your camera automatically stops recording Your video is saved before the camera powers off PRO TIP With QuikCapture you can quickly turn your camera on and immediately begin capturing video just by pressing the Shutter Select button To turn off QuikCapture see QuikCapture page 29 21 Photo Mode In Photo mode you can capture photos at a resolution of 5MP with Ultra Wide FOV CAPTURING A PHOTO To capture a photo verify that the camera is in Photo mode If the Photo icon ui does not appear in the upper left on your camera status screen press the Power Mode button repeatedly until it appears To Capture a Photo Press the Shutter Select button The camera beeps two times the camera status lights flash and the counter on the camera status screen increases by one 22 Ses Burst Mode With Burstmode you can capture 10 photos in 2 seconds 5 fps CA PTURING RST PHOTOS To capture a Burstphoto series verify that the camera is in Burst mode If the Burst icon Gy does not appear in the
7. t Video Setting Best Use 2 Highest resolution enhances clarity and detail 1080p 2 d to yield stunning results Great for handheld shots of others and when 720p slow motion is desired Best for capturing fast moving objects Great for body or gear mounted shots when 720p SuperView you want to capture your own perspective and when you want the maximum vertical FOV PRO TIP Easily create epic GoPro style videos using free GoPro software Learn more and download this software at gopro com getstarted 27 Settings Mode e e SPOT METER Spot Meter is good for filming into a setting where the lighting is different from where you are such as filming the outdoors from within acar or a shaded environment while standing in the sun Spot Meter automatically sets the exposure based on a single spot in the middle of the image When Spot Meter is turned e appears on the camera status screen The options for this setting are Off default andOn 4 4 UPSIDE Down If you mount your camera upside down you might have to rotate the files during editing This setting eliminates the need to flip your video or photos after capture when the camera is mounted upside down The default setting is Up Setting Description Up Camerais used right side up Down m Camera is used upside down 28 E Settings Mode P uk KCAPTUR With QuikCaptiig you can quickly turn your camera on and be
8. to cycle to Settings mode A then press the Shutter Select button to select it Press the Power Mode button repeatedly to cycle through the various settings Press the Shutter Select button to open a setting Press the Power Mode button repeatedly to cycle through the options for that setting Press the Shutter Select button to select an option To exit press the Power Mode button to cycle to EXIT and then press the Shutter Select button N o 9 PRO TIP To exit from the Settings menu at any time press and hold the Shutter Select button for two seconds 25 Settings Mode RESOLUTION The HERO includes the video capture resolutions listed below All video is captured at an Ultra Wide FOV which provides the largest field of view and best image stability Ultra Wide FOV is best when you want to include as much content as possible within the frame SuperView delivers the world s most immersive field of view More vertical 4 3 content is automatically stretched to full screen 16 9 for stunning widescreen playback on your computer or TV Video FPS Resolution NTSC FOV Screen Resolution f PAL 1080p 30 25 Ultra Wide 1920x1080 16 9 720p 60 50 Ultra Wide 1280x720 16 9 720p SuperView 60 50 Ultra Wide 1280X720 16 9 All 720p resolutions include Auto Low Light This feature automatically optimizes fps according to lighting conditions 26 Settings Mode pn
9. Release Buckle the assembled camera housing can be clicked on and off the secured Curved or Flat Adhesive Mounts 9 1 Flat Adhesive Mount Curved Adhesive Mount 42 t Using the Mounts MOUNTING GUIDELINES Follow thes guidelines when attaching mounts Attach the adhesive mounts at least 24 hours before use Allow 72 hours for complete adhesion Adhesive mounts must be mounted only on smooth surfaces Porous or textured surfaces do not enable a proper bond When applying the mount firmly press it into place and ensure full contact over the entire surface Apply adhesive mounts to clean surfaces only Wax oil dirt or other debris reduce adhesion which can result in a weak bond andrisk of losing the camera should the connection fail Attach adhesive mounts in room temperature conditions Adhesives do not bond properly if applied in cold or damp environments to cold or damp surfaces For more information on mounts visit gopro com support WARNING If using your camera with a GoPro helmet mount or strap always select a helmet that meets the applicable safety standard Choose the right helmet for your particular sport or activity and make sure that it is the right fit and size for you Inspect your helmet to ensure that it is in good condition and follow the helmet manufacturer s instructions on safe helmet use Any helmet that has sustained a major impact should be replaced No helmet can protect ag
10. USER MANUAL 4 HERO CSOPro Bea HERO Join the GoPro Movement facebook com GoPro twitter com GoPro m youtube com GoPro instagram com GoPro downloa amp 4his user manual in a different language visit gopro com support Pour t l charger ce manuel de l utilisateur dans une autre langue rendez vous sur gopro com support Wenn Sie dieses Benutzerhandbuch in einer anderen Sprache herunterladen m chten besuchen Sie gopro com support Per scaricare questo manuale utente in un altra lingua visita gopro com support Para descargar este manual de usuario en otro idioma visite gopro com support Para baixar este manual do usu rio em outro idioma acesse gopro com support C0O 1 9 577 ORT 1 777 47 A U C amp TEEL E PRA SRA AAAS gopro com support MRAP FRR aS MA mul gopro com support 2 Table of Contents 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 Mount
11. ainst injury in every accident 43 Using the Mounts ATTACHING THE LOCKING PLUG If you are using the HERO in high impact sports such as surfing or skiing where significant impact might occur use the locking plug to securely lock the Quick Release Buckle fingers into place The locking plug helps to prevent the housing from accidentally releasing from the mount To Attach the Locking Plug 1 Loop the circular ring over the thumbscrew The circular ring acts asaleash to prevent dropping or losing the locking plug 2 Slide the Quick Release Buckle into the mount until it clicks into place 3 Press the U shaped part of the plug into the U shaped space in the Quick Release Buckle T WARNING To avoid injury in the event of an accident do not use the locking plug or tether when using a mounting device on a helmet or other personal protective gear 44 Frequently Asked Questions GOPRO WON T POWER ON Make sure GoPro is charged To charge your camera use the included USB cable and acomputer or USB charging adapter MY GOPRO WON T RESPOND WHEN I PRESS A BUTTON Press and hold the Power Mode button for 8 seconds to reset your camera This reset saves all of your content and settings and powers off your camera MY PLAYBACK IS CHOPPY Choppy playback is typically not a problem with the file If your footage skips one of these situations is likely the cause Using an incompatible video player Not all video
12. andard Backdoor forms a waterproof barrier that prol cts your HERO in wet conditions Keep the M Backdoor s rubber seal clean A single hair or grain of sand can cause a leak and damage your camera After every use in salt water close the Standard Backdoor tightly and then rinse the outside of the camera housing with non salt water and dry Not doing this can eventually cause corrosion of the hinge pin and salt buildup in the seal which can cause failure To clean the seal remove it from the backdoor rinse it in fresh water and shake dry drying with a cloth may cause lint to compromise the seal Re install the seal into the grooves in the Standard Backdoor WARNING Failure to follow these steps each time you use your GoPro can result in leaks that may damage or destroy your camera Water will damage both the camera and the battery which could cause an explosion or fire Your warranty does not cover water damage resulting from user error 41 Using the Mounts ATTACHING YOUR CAMERA TO MOUNTS To attach your HERO camera to a mount you need a Quick Release Buckle thumb screw or hardware depending on the mount you are using For more information on mounts visit gopro com support Quick Release Buckle Thumb Screw Housing Complete Unit USING CURVED FLAT ADHESIVE MOUNTS The Curved Flat Adhesive Mounts make it easy to attach the camera to curved and flat surfaces of helmets vehicles and gear Using the Quick
13. gin capturing video or fime Lapse photos The options for this setting are On default and Off To Use QuikCapture to Capture Video With the camera powered off press and release the Shutter Select button Your camera automatically powers on and begins capturing video To Use QuikCapture to Capture Time Lapse Photos With the camera powered off press and hold the Shutter Select button for two seconds Your camera automatically powers on and begins capturing Time Lapse photos To Stop Recording Press andrelease the Shutter Select button to stop recording and power off the camera 29 Settings Mode Wu NTSC PAL The Video Format settings govern frame rates for recording and playback when viewing video on a TV HDTV Setting Description Viewing video on a NTSC TV HDTV most NTSC d faut televisions in North America Viewing video on a PAL TV HDTV most televisions outside of North America PAL 29 LED This setting determines which camera status lights to activate The options for this setting are Both On front and rear Both Off Front On and Rear On The default setting is Both On BEEPS You can set the volume for the sound indicators to be 100 default 70 or Off 30 Settings Mode 4 DATE TIME t Your camera s date and time are automatically set when you connect your camera to GoPro software This setting lets you manually set the date and time if needed
14. moved 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 Getting Started 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 status lights flash several times and the sound indicator emits seven beeps Getting Started 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 Getting Started CAMERA SOFTWARE UPDATES To get the latest features and best performance from your HERO camera make sure you are using the most current camera software You can update your camera software using GoPro software 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 580DJ
15. ng the included USB cable Performance of non GoPro chargers cannot be guaranteed You cannot use your HERO while charging it through a computer 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 35 Battery TOR BATTERY STO E AND HANDL The camera contains sensitive components including the battery Avoid exposing your camera to very cold or very hot temperatures Low or high temperature conditions may temporarily shorten the battery life or cause the camera to temporarily stop working properly Avoid dramatic changes in temperature or humidity when using the camera as condensation may form on or within the camera The integrated camera housing protects the camera and battery from water damage For more information see Camera Housing page 39 Do not turn on your camera if the camera inside the housing gets wet If your camera is already on turn it off immediately Allow the camera to dry thoroughly before using it again Do not dry the camera or battery with an external heat source such as a microwave oven or hair dryer Damage to the camera or battery caused by contact with liquid inside the housing is not covered under the warranty WARNING Do not drop disassemble open crush bend deform puncture shred microwave incinerate or paint the camera Do not insert foreign objects
16. nsfer your files Connect the camera to your computer using the included USB cable Power on the camera Copy the files to your computer or external hard drive To play back the files use GoPro software m e pot PRO TIP You can also transfer files to a computer using a card reader sold separately Connect the card reader to your computer and insert the microSD card into the reader You can then transfer your files to your computer or delete selected files on your card 33 Battery Your HERO camera battery and housing are integrated You cannot remove the camera from the housing or remove the battery from the camera The battery icon displayed in the camera status screen blinks when the battery drops below 1096 If the battery reaches 096 while recording the camera saves the file and powers off MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE Extreme cold temperatures can decrease battery life To maximize battery life in cold conditions keep the camera in a warm place prior to use PRO TIP QuikCapture helps maximize battery For details see QuikCapture page 29 CHARGING TIME The battery charges to 8096 in approximately one hour and 10096 in approximately two hours when using a USB charging adapter Some chargers might charge at a slower rate 34 Battery USING THE CAMERA WHILE CHARGING You can capture video and photos while charging the camera s battery Plug the camera into a USB charging device usi
17. s 42 Table of Contents iz by Frequently Asked Questions 45 Customer Support 46 Trademarks 4 46 Regulatory Information 46 Optional Accessories Wear It Mount It Love It Oo Head Strap QuickClip Chesty Chest Harness Handlebar Seatpost Pole Mount Jaws Flex Clamp NU Surfboard Mounts Bodyboard Mount Junior Chesty Chest Harness Fetch Dog Harness Eu gt 3 Tripod Mounts Floaty Backdoor See more at gopro com The Basics The Basics 1 Shutter Select Button 3 Power Mode Button 5 microSD Card Slot 2 CameraStatus Screen 4 Camera Status Light microSD card sold separately 6 Mini USB Port Getting Started 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 10 Getting Started When eharging with a computer be sure that the computer is connect hto a power source If the camera status light
18. upper left on your camera status screen press the Power Mode button repeatedly until it appears To Capture Burst Photos Press the Shutter Select button The camera status lights flash and the camera beeps multiple times The counter on the camera status Screen increases by 10 23 Time Lapse Mode In Time Lapse mode you can capture a photo every 0 5 seconds CAPTURING TIME LAPSE PHOTOS To capture a Time Lapse series verify that the camera is in Time Lapse mode If the Time Lapse icon does not appear in the upper left on your camera status screen press the Power Mode button repeatedly until it appears To Capture Time Lapse Photos Press the Shutter Select button The camera status lights flash each time a photo is taken To Stop Time Lapse Photos Press the Shutter Select button The camera status lights flash three times and the camera emits three beeps PRO TIP With QuikCapture you can quickly turn your camera on and immediately begin capturing Time Lapse photos just by pressing and holding the Shutter Select button for two seconds To turn off QuikCapture see QuikCapture page 29 24 e Settings Mode In Settings mode gt A you can change the video resolution and change settifigs that apply to all camera modes NAVIGATING SEETINGS MENUS With your HERO you can navigate the settings menus using the buttons on the camera To Navigate Settings Menus Press the Power Mode button repeatedly
19. ypes of backdoors Standard Backdoor w terproob andSkeleton Backdoor non waterproof x he Standard Backdoor makes the housing waterproof to 131 40m Use this door when you need to protect the camera from water dirt sand and other environmental hazards The Skeleton Backdoor non waterproof provides better sound quality by allowing more sound to reach the camera s microphone It also reduces wind noise at speeds up to 100mph when mounted on helmets motorcycles bikes and other fast moving vehicles Use this backdoor only when sand excessive dirt dust and water damage are not a risk This backdoor is also recommended for use inside vehicles PRO TIP Apply Rain X or a similar anti beading solution to the camera housing lens to prevent water spots from forming when using your camera in rain or water 39 Camera Housing SWAPPING BACKDOORS You can switch the backdoor of your HERO camera to suit your activity and shooting conditions Note Your HERO cannot be removed from the housing To Change the Backdoor 1 Open the backdoor of the housing so that it hangs downwards 2 Firmly pull the backdoor downwards until it snaps free from the main housing 3 Line up the replacement backdoor into the hinge opening 4 Push upwards on the backdoor until it clicks into place 40 t Camera Housing PREVE Y WATER DAMAGE TO YOUR CAMERA The rubber Seal that lines the St
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