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1. 79 Using the Mounts Using the Mounts ATTACHING YOUR CAMERA TO MOUNTS MIC STAND MOUNT g To attach your HERO4 Black camera to a mount you need a Quick The Mic Stand Mount lets you capture footage of Release Buckle thumb screw or hardware depending on the mount your performance or the audience The Mic Stand you are using For more information on mounts visit gopro com support Mount is compatible with standard U S 5 8 27 EE ER mic stands and includes an adapter for European mn fe D 3 8 16 mic stands Sa dE m le Quick Release Buckle Thumb Screw Housing Complete Unit USING REMOVABLE INSTRUMENT MOUNTS With the Removable Instrument Mounts you can attach the camera to your guitar drums turntables keyboards or other instruments These temporary mounts feature non damaging adhesive that is safe for most instrument surfaces NOTICE Removable Instrument Mounts are not for use on highly fragile or irreplaceable items 80 81 Using the Mounts ITING GUIDELINES Follow these guidelines when attaching mounts Attach the adhesive mounts at least 24 hours prior to 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 di2. Nideo Mode Video mode contains three capture modes Video Video Photo and Video Looping Capture Mode Description Video default Captures video Simultaneously captures both video and photos You can set the camera to capture a Video Photo photo at selected intervals while you record video For details see Video Photo Intervals in this section Lets you continuously record and save only the best moments which helps to conserve space on your microSD card You must Looping select an interval Looping is available only if Protune is turned off Note Looping is not available in high performance video modes For details see High Performance Video Modes and Camera Temperatures PRO TIP Easily create epic GoPro style videos using free GoPro software Learn more and download this software at gopro com getstarted 20 CAPTURING VIDEO 1 Press the Power Mode button iei repeatedly until you get to Video mode 2 If necessary select a different video capture mode Video Video Photo or Video Looping a Pressthe Settings Tag button f to open the settings menu b Press the Shutter Select button Ko repeatedly until you get to the desired capture mode c Press the Settings Tag button to close the settings menu The icon for the selected capture mode appears in the upper left on your camera status screen 3 Press the Shutter Select button The camera beeps once and the camera status ligh
3. PRO TIP To open the settings menu for the current mode press the Settings Tag button Q gt INTERVAL The Interval setting applies to Video Photo and Looping Interval determines the amount of time that passes between each captured frame Video Photo Intervals Available intervals for Video Photo range from 5 60 seconds The quality of the photo depends on the selected video resolution and FOV 23 Video Mode Looping Intervals Available intervals for Looping are 5 20 60 and 120 minutes For example if you select a 5 minute interval only the previous 5 minutes is saved when you stop recording If you record for 5 minutes and do not press the Shutter Select button to stop recording and save the camera begins a new 5 minute interval by recording over your previous 5 minutes of footage Youcan also select max video as the interval With this option the camera records until the memory cardis full then overwrites the content Note To use Looping be sure that your microSD card has sufficient space PRO TIP Multiple chapter files are written to your memory card so that small segments of content can be overwritten during loop recording When viewing this content on a computer you see separate files for each time segment Use GoPro software to combine the files into a longer video 24 Video Mode RESOLUTION FPS AND FOV The HERO4 Black includes the video resolutions listed below
4. Video NTSC P Resolution PAL FOV Screen Resolution 30 25 4K 24 24 Ultra Wide 3840x2160 16 9 4K SuperView 24 24 Ultra Wide 3840x2160 16 9 48 50 27K 30 25 eras 2704x1520 16 9 24 24 2 7K SuperView 30 25 Ultra Wide 2704x1520 16 9 2 7K 4 3 30 25 Ultra Wide 2704x2028 4 3 80 80 60 50 1440p 48 48 Ultra Wide 1920x1440 4 3 30 25 24 24 1080p 120 120 UtraWide 4929x1080 16 9 90 90 Narrow 25 Video Mode Video NTSC i Resolutian PAL FOV Screen Resolution pin Ultra Wide 1080p Medium 1920x1080 16 9 30 23 Narrow 24 24 80 80 60 50 1080p SuperView 48 48 Ultra Wide 920x1080 16 9 30 25 24 24 120 120 960p 60 50 Ultra Wide 280x960 4 3 120 120 Ultra Wide 720p 60 50 Medium 280x720 16 9 30 25 Narrow 120 120 i 720p SuperView 60 50 Hie Wide 280x720 16 9 WVGA 240 240 Ultra Wide 848x480 16 9 PRO TIP To open the settings menu for the current mode press the Settings Tag button QM 26 Video Mode High Performance Video Modes and Camera Temperatures The HERO4 Black features unique high performance video modes 4K30 24 4K24 SuperView 2 7K48 50 2 7K30 SuperView 2 7K 4 3 1440p80 1080p120 90 960p120 and 720p120 When using these video modes it is normal for the camera to become warm and use more power Using these high performance modes in higher temperatures decreases camera recording time In addition lack of airflow around the camera using the camera with the GoPro App or in com
5. Press the U shaped part of the plug into the U shaped space in the Quick Release Buckle 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 83 Frequently Asked Questions MY GOPRO WON T POWER ON Make sure your GoPro is charged To charge your camera use the included USB cable and a computer You can also use the GoPro Wall or Auto Charger MY GOPRO WON T RESPOND WHEN I PRESS A BUTTON Press and hold the Power Mode button 9 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 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 Playback Mode Playing a high bitrate HD video file over a low bandwidth USB connection Transfer the file to the computer to play back 84 Frequently Asked Questions If your computer does no
6. Mode 69 Battery Battery The battery charges to 8096 in approximately one hour and 10096 in REMOVING THE BATTERY FROM THE CAMERA approximately two hours when using GoPro s USB compatible Wall The HERO4 Black battery is designed to have a tight fit to maximize or Auto Charger reliability in high vibration activities You can also charge the battery outside the camera using the Dual To Remove the Battery Battery Charger sold separately 1 Open the battery door by placing your thumb in the indentation in the battery door on the bottom of the camera and sliding it to the left Allow the door to open 2 Graspthe battery pull tab and remove the battery from the camera No damage occurs to the camera or battery if used prior to full charge Spare batteries and additional charging accessories are available at gopro com 70 71 Battery AGE AND HANDLING The camera contains sensitive components including the battery Avoid exposing your camera and battery 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 camera housing protects the camera and battery from water damage For more information see Camera Housing Do not turn on your camera if it is wet If your came
7. More vertical 4 3 content is stretched to full screen 16 9 for stunning widescreen playback on your computer or TV Video Resolution 2 7K 4 3 1440p 1080p 1080p SuperView Best Use Recommended for body mounted ski mounted or surfboard mounted shots Provides large viewing area Recommended for body mounted shots Larger viewing area and high frame rate yield the smoothest most immersive results for high action capture 1080p60 is great for all shots High resolution and frame rate yield stunning results Tripod or fixed mounting for 1080p48 1080p30 and 1080p24 is ideal for television and film productions SuperView delivers the world s most immersive field of view Recommended for body or gear mounted shots More vertical 4 3 content is automatically stretched to full screen 16 9 for stunning widescreen playback on your computer or TV 29 Video Mode Video Mode Video Resolution Best Use 960p 720p 720p SuperView WVGA 30 Use for body mounted shots and when Slow motion is desired Provides large viewing area and smooth results for high action capture Good for handheld shots and when slow motion is desired SuperView delivers the world s most immersive field of view Good for body or gear mounted shots More vertical 4 3 content is automatically stretched to full screen 16 9 for stunning widescreen playback on your computer or TV Good when super slow motion is d
8. just by pressing and holding the Shutter Select button KO Press again to stop recording and power off the camera For details see Setup Mode 42 Multi Shot Mode MULTI SHOT SET Three capture modes are available for Multi Shot mode Burst Time Lapse and Night Lapse The capture mode that you select determines the Multi Shot settings that appear in the rest of the menu INGS For instruction on how to change the following settings see Navigating Settings Menus PRO TIP To open the settings menu for the current mode press the Settings Tag button Q 43 Multi Shot Mode RATE Rate applies only to Burst Photos can be captured at the following rates 3 photos in 1 second 5 photos in 1 second 10 photos in 1 second 10 photos in 2 seconds 10 photos in 3 seconds 30 photos in 1 second default 30 photos in 2 seconds 30 photos in 3 seconds PRO TIP Sometimes 30 photos in 1 second is too fast Try a slower Burst interval to better match the action 44 Multi Shot Mode SHUTTER Shutter applies only to Night Photo and Night Lapse and determines the amount of time that the shutter is open The options for this setting are auto up to 2 seconds 2 5 10 15 20 or 30 seconds The default setting is auto Settings Examples Auto Sunrise sunset dawn dusk twilight night Dawn dusk twilight traffic at night Ferris Bebe Se SEE wheel fir
9. microwave incinerate or paint the camera Do not insert foreign objects into the battery opening on the camera Do not use the camera or the battery if it has been damaged for example if cracked punctured or harmed by water Disassembling or puncturing the battery can cause an explosion or fire 73 Important Messages MICROSD CARD MESSAGES No card present The camera requires a NO SD microSD microSDHC or microSDXC card sold separately to capture videos and photos FULL Card is full Delete files or swap card Camerais unable to read card formatting SDIERR Reformat the card in the camera PRO TIP Reformat your microSD card on a regular basis to ensure that the card remains in good condition 74 Important Messages FILE REPAIR ICON If you see the File Repair icon on the camera status eo 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 to cool down Simply let it sit and cool before attempting to use it again Your camera was designed to identify conditions of overheating and is designed to respond accordingly 75 The Frame USING THE FRAME The Frame is the smallest lightest way to mount your GoPro It provides full time access to the microSD card with camera ports for live feed video charging an
10. of view 47 Multi Shot Mode SPOT METER Spot Meter lets you capture photos from a dark space while pointing the camera into a brighter setting such as when recording the outdoors from within a car When Spot Meter is turned on e appears on the camera status screen The options for this setting are off default and on Note Changes that you make to the Spot Meter setting in Multi Shot mode apply only to multi shot capture To adjust this setting for video capture adjust the setting in Video mode To adjust this setting for photo capture adjust the setting in Photo mode PROTUNE For details about Protune settings see Protune Note Changes that you make to the Protune settings in Multi Shot mode apply only to multi shot capture To adjust this setting for video capture adjust the setting in Video mode To adjust this setting for photo capture adjust the setting in Photo mode 48 Playback Mode You can play back your content on a computer TV smartphone tablet using the GoPro App or on your camera using an LCD Touch BacPac sold separately Playback mode appears only if the camera is connected to a TV or LCD Touch BacPac You can also play back content by inserting the microSD card directly into a device such as a computer or compatible TV With this method playback resolution depends on the resolution of the device and its ability to play back that resolution PLAYING BACK V
11. open The options for this setting are auto up to 2 seconds 2 5 10 15 20 or 30 seconds The default setting is auto Settings Examples Auto Sunrise sunset dawn dusk twilight night Dawn dusk twilight traffic at night Ferris wheel fireworks light painting 20 sec Night sky with light 2 sec 5 sec 10 sec 30 sec Night stars Milky Way complete darkness 37 Photo Mode 74 INTERVAL Interval applies only to Continuous photo Available intervals are 3 default 5 or 10 photos every second MP MEGAPIXELS The HERO4 Black captures photos at 12MP 7MP or 5MP Smaller megapixel values take up less space on the microSD card Note Changes that you make to the Megapixels setting in Photo mode apply only to photo capture To adjust this setting for multi shot capture adjust the setting in Multi Shot mode Photo Resolution Field of View FOV Largest field of view Good for action shots 12MP Wide default where you want to capture as much as 7MP Wide ir possible within the frame 7MP Medium SMP Medium Mid range field of view 38 Photo Mode SPOT METER Spot Meter lets you capture photos from a dark space while pointing the camera into a brighter setting such as when recording the outdoors from within a car When Spot Meter is turned on e appears on the camera status screen The options for this setting are off default and on Note Changes that you make to the S
12. the GoPro App Camera connects to the remote sold WiFi Remote separately For instructions on pairing see the user manual for the remote PRO TIP If you forgot your camera s name or password you can reset them to the defaults With the camera powered on press and hold the Settings Tag button Two seconds later press and release the Power Mode button i9 Release the Settings Tag button From the Wi Fi reset menu select Reset The default password is goprohero 53 Setup Mode Setup Mode m TOUCH DISPLAY Setting Description Determines the level of light on the touch display The options for this setting are high default medium and low Touch Display appears only if your camera is attached to an LCD Touch BacPac sold separately These settings let you manage the BacPac Brightness Bed screen to conserve battery power Turns the touch display on or off when the Setting Description Jouen Display camera is powered on The options for this Automatically dims the touch display after a On Off setting are on default and off period of inactivity The options for this setting c are 1 minute default 2 minutes 3 minutes Sleep LO and Never To manually dim the screen or to wake it press the Touch Display Sleep Wake button DJ Lets you use gestures to lock and unlock the touch display The options for this setting are off and on default Turn this setting on to Lock al pr
13. IDEOS AND PHOTOS ON A COMPUTER For best results playing back your content on a computer visit gopro com getstarted to download the latest GoPro software Be sure your Mac or Windows computer meets these minimum system requirements Windows Mac Operating Windows 7 8 x OS X 10 8 or later System d i Intel Core 2 Duo Intel Intel Dual Core Intel CPU Quad Core i7 or better Quad Core i7 or better recommended recommended C rdihatsunpoHs Card included with Graphics Card pp Intel Dual Core Macs Open GL1 2 or later or better 49 Playback Mode Windows Mac Screen 1280 x800 1280 x768 Resolution RAM 4GB 4GB 5400 RPM internal OO RPM internat drive 7200 RPM drive drive 7200 RPM drive or SSD recommended Hard Drive or SSD recommended If external use USB 3 0 lfexternal use or eSATA Thunderbolt FireWire or USB 3 0 For minimum system requirements for 4K playback and editing visit gopro com support To Play Back Content on Your Computer 1 Download the latest GoPro software from gopro com getstarted 2 Connect the camera to your computer using the included USB cable 3 Copy the files to your computer or external hard drive 4 Play back your content with GoPro software 50 Playback Mode AND PHOTOS PLAYING BACK VIDE Playing back videos and photos on your TV HDTV requires a micro HDMI composite or combo cable all sold separately To Play Back Content on a TV Plug t
14. USER MANUAL S Ten md gem Bea HERO L1 Join the GoPro Movement facebook com GoPro twitter com GoPro m youtube com GoPro instagram com GoPro To download this 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 TDI a7 OEREO 9c tk gopro com supportlc 77 GAL CX TEE EE PARAS RAE AAAS S RUGE gopro com support Ag MRAP FRR ASMA gui gopro com support Table of Contents Table of Contents Using the Mounts 80 Frequently Asked Questions 84 Customer Support 86 Trademarks 86 Regulatory Information 86 The Basics 6 Getting Started 8 Camera Status Screen 13 Camera Icons 14 Camera Menus 16 Camera Modes 18 Navigating Settings Menus 19 Video Mode 20 Photo Mode 33 Multi Shot Mode 40 Playback Mode 49 Setup Mode 53 Connecting to the GoPro App 61 Transferring Files t
15. amera Menus I l EBS Hag l PS T e Eee Oe B TI s EE Playback appears only if the camera is connected to a TV or LCD Touch BacPac sold separately 16 I l l J e RATE 3mm m EIE Camera Modes Navigating Settings Menus The HERO4 Black features several camera modes To cycle through the modes press the Power Mode button 9i repeatedly These modes appear DM video Record video i Photo Capture a single photo A Capture a series of photos O E wi Multi Shot Time Lapse Burst etc B Playback Play back videos and photos 5 Setup Adjust general camera settings TON Each camera mode has its own settings menu IGATE SETTINGS MENUS 1 Verify that the camera is in the desired camera mode If an icon for that mode does not appear on the camera status screen press the Power Mode button repeatedly until it appears Press the Settings Tag button Q to open the settings menu for that mode N 3 Use the Power Mode button i9 to cycle through the settings VIDEO EH EH 1080 8 B Press the Shutter Select button to cycle through the options within a setting To select an option leave the option highlighted when you move to another screen VIDEO gt VIDEO l4 080 ay EH 1080 8 0 FOV Ww FOV Ww v o To go back to the previous screen or exit the settings menu press the Settings Tag button Q Video Mode
16. amera to never automatically power off default DATE TIME Your camera s date and time are automatically set when you connect your camera to the GoPro App or GoPro software This setting lets you manually set the date and time If the battery is removed from the camera for an extended period of time you must reset the date andtime automatically or manually 59 Setup Mode fj DELETE This setting lets you delete the last file or delete all files and format the memory card Deleting all files is useful after you transfer your files to your computer and want to make room on your memory card for more content LED lights blink until the operation is complete NOTICE If you select All Format the memory card is reformatted which deletes every file on the card CAMERA RESET Camera reset returns all settings to their default values This option does not reset the Date Time or your camera s username and wireless password Note If your camera is not responding but you do not want to lose your settings press and hold the Power Mode button for 8 seconds 60 Connecting to the GoPro App The GoPro App lets you control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet Features include full camera control live preview playback and sharing of content and camera software updates TO CONNECT YOUR HERO4 BLACK TO THE GOPRO APP 1 Download the GoPro App to your smartphone tablet from the Apple App Store or Googl
17. bination with BacPac accessories further increases camera temperature and power consumption and decreases camera recording time If the camera gets too hot a message appears on the screen indicating that the camera is shutting down The camera stops recording saves your video disconnects from the GoPro App and powers off If this happens let your camera sit and cool before attempting to use it again For extended recording time in high performance video modes capture shorter video clips when in stationary use and or limit your use of features that increase power consumption such as the GoPro App or BacPac accessories To control your camera remotely at higher temperatures use the GoPro remote instead of the GoPro App 27 Video Mode Nideo Mode Video Resolution 4K 4K SuperView 2 7K SuperView 28 Best Use Stunning high resolution video with professional low light performance 8MP stills available from video Recommended for tripod or fixed position shots SuperView delivers the world s most immersive field of view Recommended for tripod or fixed position shots More vertical 4 3 content is automatically stretched to full screen 16 9 for stunning widescreen playback on your computer or TV 16 9 resolution video downscales to provide stunning cinema quality results for professional productions SuperView delivers the world s most immersive field of view Recommended for body mounted shots
18. d transferring content to your computer Included with The Frame is a glass Protective Lens and a lens cover to help guard the camera lens from scratches dirt and debris To Remove the Camera From The Frame 1 Unhook the latch on the top right side of The Frame 2 Holding the latch open slide the camera out of The Frame 7 fr NOTICE The Frame does not provide waterproof protection for your camera and is not intended for use in wet dirty or extreme conditions 76 The Frame To Secure the Camera in The Frame 1 Unhook the latch on the top right side of The Frame 2 Holding the latch open slide the camera into The Frame 3 When the camera is flush with The Frame close the latch to secure the camera 77 The Frame To Use The Frame with an LCD Touch BacPac or Battery BacPac sold separately 1 Unhook the latch on the top right side of The Frame 2 Unhook the metal support arm and extend it to 90 The arm must be used properly to secure the BacPac 3 Slide the camera into The Frame until the BacPac rests against the support arm and then close the latch Nf pl 78 The Frame PRO TIP To quickly check your shot before recording leave the metal support arm unextended inside The Frame Then attach and detach the LCD Touch BacPac without removing the camera Note that the BacPac is more secure in The Frame when the support arm is extended PE m pA GG al i LJ Re
19. de apply only to video capture To adjust this setting for photo capture adjust the setting in Photo mode To adjust this setting for multi shot capture adjust the setting in Multi Shot mode 32 Photo Mode Photo mode contains three capture modes Single Continuous and Night Capture Mode Description Single default Captures a single photo Captures a series of photos continuously Continuous while holding down the Shutter Select button 91 Captures a single photo with a customizable exposure time up to 30 seconds For available exposure times and examples of when to use them see Shutter in Photo Settings Night PRO TIP While capturing video you can manually take a photo at any time by pressing the Power Mode button i9 Press and hold the Power Mode button i9 to capture a photo every 5 seconds 33 Photo Mode c CA RING A GLE OR NIGHT PHOTO 1 Select the desired photo capture mode Single or Night a Pressthe Power Mode button t9 repeatedly until you get to Photo mode b Press the Settings Tag button IK to open the settings menu c Press the Shutter Select button Ko repeatedly until you get to the desired capture mode Single or Night d Press the Settings Tag button e to close the settings menu The icon for the selected capture mode appears in the upper left on your camera status screen 2 Press the Shutter Select button The camera beeps two times the camera sta
20. e Play 2 Openthe app 3 When the app stops searching for a camera tap Connect Your Camera 4 Follow the on screen instructions to connect your camera to the app The default password for your camera is goprohero PRO TIP If the camera is powered on and ready to capture videos or photos you can press and hold the Settings Tag button fortwo seconds to turn Wireless on off You can also do this when the camera is powered off 61 Transferring Files to a Computer To play back your video and photos on a computer you must first transfer these files to a computer TO TRANSFER FILES TO A COMPUTER 1 Download and install the latest GoPro software from gopro com getstarted 2 Connectthe camera to your computer using the included USB cable 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 files to your computer or delete selected files on your card 62 Protune PROTUNE BENEFITS Protune unlocks the camera s full potential yielding stunning image quality and cinema caliber video and photos optimized for professional productions Protune gives content creators more flexibility and workflow efficiency than ever before Protune is compatible with professional color correction tools GoPro software and other video and photo editing software Protune enables manual co
21. era from your computer 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 use a different USB port The included lithium ion battery comes partially charged No damage occurs to the camera or battery if used prior to a full charge PRO TIP With the Dual Battery Charger you can charge your battery outside of the camera For details visit gopro com For more battery information see Battery WARNING Use caution when using your GoPro as part of your 3 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 Getting Started CAMERA SOFTWARE UPDATES To get the latest features and best performance from your HERO4 camera make sure you are using the most current camera software You can update your camera software via the GoPro App or GoPro software For more information visit gopro com getstarted CAMERA DEFAULT SETTINGS The HERO4 Black camera powers up with the following default settings Video 1080p30 SuperView Photo 12MP Wide Field of View FOV Multi Shot Burst option set to 30 photos in 1 second QuikCapture Off Wireless Off OE ale Jg PRO TIP To open the settings menu for the current mode press the Settings Tag button Q9 1 Getting Started POWERING ON OFF To Power On Pres
22. esired and standard definition is acceptable FOV Ultra Wide Medium Narrow Best Use Largest field of view increased image stability Good for action shots where you want to capture as much as possible within the frame Mid range field of view moderate image stability Smallest field of view reduced image stability Reduced distortion Good for capturing content at a distance 31 Video Mode LOW LIGHT Auto Low Light allows you to shoot in low light environments or when quickly transitioning in and out of low light conditions The camera automatically adjusts fps to achieve the optimal exposure andbest results Auto Low Light is not available for 240 fps or 30 fps and below The options for this setting are on default and off 9 SPOT METER Spot Meter lets you film from a dark space while pointing the camera into a brighter setting such as when recording the outdoors from within a car When Spot Meter is turned on e appears on the camera status screen The options for this setting are off default andon Note Changes that you make to the Spot Meter setting in Video mode apply only to video capture To adjust this setting for photo capture adjust the setting in Photo mode To adjust this setting for multi shot capture adjust the setting in Multi Shot mode PROTUNE For details about Protune settings see Protune Note Changes that you make to the Protune settings in Video mo
23. event accidental input on the touch display When this setting is on press the touch display for two seconds to lock it To unlock the touch display slide down and hold 54 55 Setup Mode 0 TATION AL on ty or 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 recording z Setting Description Up E Camera is always assumed to be p right side up Camera is always assumed to be Down l upside down DEFAULT MODE You can select the capture mode that appears when the camera powers on The options are Video Video Photo Video Looping Single Continuous Night Burst Time Lapse and Night Lapse 56 Setup Mode With QuikCapture you can quickly turn your camera on and begin capturing video or Time Lapse photos The options for this setting are on and off default Note QuikCapture is disabled when the camera is connected to the remote or the GoPro App To Capture Video with QuikCapture With the camera powered off press and release the Shutter Select button KO Your camera automatically powers on and begins capturing video To Capture Time Lapse Photos with QuikCapture With the camera powered off press and hold the Shutter Select button KO Your camera automatically powers on and begins capturing Time Lapse photos To Stop Recording Press and release the Shutter Se
24. eworks light painting 20 sec Night sky with light 30 sec Night stars Milky Way complete darkness 45 Multi Shot Mode A gt INTERVAL Interval applies only to Time Lapse and Night Lapse Interval determines the amount of time that passes between each captured frame Time Lapse Intervals Available intervals for Time Lapse range from 0 5 seconds default to 60 seconds Interval Examples 0 5 2 seconds Surfing biking or other sport 2 seconds Busy street corner 5 10 seconds Sunset Lengthy activities such as 10 60 seconds construction projects Night Lapse Intervals Available intervals for Night Lapse range from 4 seconds to 60 minutes Continuous default causes the Interval to match the Shutter setting For example if Shutter is set to 10 seconds and Interval is set to continuous your camera captures a photo every 10 seconds 46 Multi Shot Mode MP MEGAPIXELS The HERO4 Black captures photos at 12MP 7MP or 5MP Smaller megapixel values take up less space on the microSD card Note Changes that you make to the Megapixels setting in Multi Shot mode apply only to multi shot capture To adjust this setting for photo capture adjust the setting in Photo mode Settings Description 12MP Wide default Largest field of view Good for action shots i where you want to capture as much as 7MP Wide possible within the frame 7MP Medium 5MP Medium Mid range field
25. he camera into a TV HDTV with a micro HDMI cable composite cable or combo cable Select the input on your TV that corresponds to the port into which you plugged the cable Power on the camera Press the Power Mode button to cycle to Playback 2 1 mode and then press the Shutter Select button to select it Use the Power Mode button 9 to navigate files Use the Shutter Select button 9 to select files Use m and d to navigate backward and forward to see more media files on your memory card N P po Noo Note HDMI playback depends on the resolution of the device and is certified up to 1080p Playback Mode PLAYING BACK CONTENT ON A SMARTPHONE TABLET 1 Connect your camera to the GoPro App For details see Connecting to the GoPro App 2 Use the controls on the app to play back your footage on your smartphone tablet PLAYING BACK CONTENT USING AN LCD TOUCH BACPAC For instructions see the LCD Touch BacPac User Guide 52 Setup Mode In Setup mode you can change settings that apply to all camera modes For instructions on how to change the following settings see Navigating Settings Menus AN WIRELESS When Wireless is on a Wireless status icon appears on the camera status screen and the blue wireless lights blink intermittently Setting Description Off default Camera connects to the GoPro App For GoPro App instructions on connecting to this app see Connecting to
26. lect button KO to stop recording and power off the camera 57 Setup Mode Je LEDs 7 This setting determines which camera status lights red to activate The options for this setting are 4 top bottom front back 2 front and back or off none The default setting is 4 Note The Wireless status light blue is always activated unless you select off for this setting 4 BEEPS You can set the volume for the sound indicators to be 100 default 70 or off C VIDEO FORMAT The Video Format setting governs frame rates for recording and playback when viewing video on a TV HDTV Setting Description NTSC default Viewing video in North America Viewing video on a PAL TV HDTV most FAL televisions outside of North America Setup Mode OSD ON SCREEN DISPLAY The OSD on screen display setting determines whether the recording icons and file information on video and on the viewing screen appear during playback The options for this setting are on default and off Note When this setting is on and you are playing back content on your camera using an LCD Touch BacPac sold separately you can tap the touch display to quickly show or hide the recording and file information QFF AUTO OFF Your camera can be configured to automatically power off after a specific period 1 minute 5 minutes in which no videos or photos are captured and no buttons are pressed You can also configure the c
27. lt Ultra sharp video or photo Medium Moderately sharp video or photo Low Softer video or photo 67 Protune EXPOSURE VALUE COMPENSATION EV COMP Exposure Value Compensation affects the brightness of your video or photo Adjusting this setting can improve image quality when shooting in environments with contrasting lighting conditions Settings 20 15 10 05 O defautt 05 10 415 420 PRO TIP Exposure Value Compensation adjusts brightness within the existing ISO Limit If brightness has already reached the ISO Limit in a low light environment increasing the Exposure Value Compensation does not have any effect RESET This option resets all Protune settings to their default values 68 Battery MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE The battery icon on the camera screen blinks when the battery drops below 1096 If the battery reaches 096 while recording the camera saves the file and powers off To maximize battery life close the GoPro App To maximize battery life when shooting longer duration activities while the camera is connected to an LCD Touch BacPac sold separately turn off or remove the BacPac Extreme cold temperatures can decrease battery life To maximize battery life in cold conditions keep the camera in a warm place prior to use Shooting at higher frame rates and resolutions increases power consumption PRO TIP GuikCapture helps maximize battery life For details see QuikCapture in Setup
28. lti Shot mode b Press the Settings Tag button i to open the settings menu c Press the Shutter Select button koJ repeatedly until you get to Burst d Press the Settings Tag button to close the settings menu The Burst icon EJ appears in the upper left on your camera Status screen 2 Press the Shutter Select button The camera status lights flash and the camera beeps multiple times See Rate in this section for options available for Burst photos 41 Multi Shot Mode CAPTURING TIME LAPSE OR NIGHT LAPSE PHOTOS 1 Select the desired multi shot capture mode Time Lapse or Night Lapse a Press the Power Mode button i9 repeatedly until you get to Multi Shot mode b Press the Settings Tag button e to open the settings menu c Pressthe Shutter Select button co repeatedly until you get to the desired capture mode Time Lapse or Night Lapse d Press the Settings Tag button e to close the settings menu The icon for the selected capture mode appears in the upper left on your camera status screen 2 Press the Shutter Select button S The camera initiates countdown and the camera status lights flash each time a photo is captured 3 To stop capturing press the Shutter Select button i9 The camera status lights flash three times and the camera beeps three times PRO TIP When the camera is off and QuikCapture is enabled you can turn the camera on and immediately begin capturing Time Lapse photos
29. nserted the card ihecamera clicks into place 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 12 Camera Status Screen Your HERO4 Black features a status screen that displays the following information about modes and settings Camera Modes FOV field of view Camera Settings Resolution fps frames per second Protune Number of Files Captured Time Storage Files Wireless Battery Life wn NO oF co Note The icons that appear on the camera status screen vary by mode Camera Icons Camera Icons Auto Low Light OFF AutoOff Beeps F C Burst Photos Color a Continuous Photos Date Time s Default Mode jj Delete p Exposure Value Compensation FOV Field of View FPS Frames Per Second V Interval SO Limit YEN Ye ral E 2 m amp LEDs Looping Megapixels Multi Shot Mode Night Lapse Night Photo On Screen Display Orientation Photo Mode Playback Mode Protune QuikCapture Rate Setup Mode Hgocsgiugubo p T N Sharpness Shutter Single Photo Spot Meter Time Lapse Touch Display Video Video Photo Video Format Video Mode Video Resolution White Balance Wireless Camera Menus C
30. ntrol of White Balance Color ISO Limit Sharpness and Exposure Value Compensation for advanced control and customization of your video footage and photos Note Changes that you make to the Protune settings apply only to the mode in which they are changed To adjust this setting for video capture adjust the settings in Video mode To adjust this setting for photo capture adjust the settings in Photo mode To adjust this setting for multi shot capture adjust the settings in Multi Shot mode PROTUNE The options for this setting are off default and on When Protune is on PT appears on the camera status screen Protune is available for all video and photo resolutions 63 Protune b 9 4 WHITE BALANCE White balance adjusts the overall color tone of videos and photos Setting Description Automatically adjusts the color tone based Autoi default on the environmental conditions 3000K Warm light incandescent or sunrise sunset lighting 5500K Slightly cool light cool fluorescent or average daylight 6500K Cool light overcast conditions Native Industry standardized optimized color PRO TIP The Native option yields a minimally processed data file directly from the image sensor that allows for more precise adjustments to be made in post production Recording with this option takes full advantage of the image sensor s capabilities 64 Protune A COLOR Color allows you to adjust the color p
31. o a Computer 62 Protune 63 Battery 69 Important Messages 74 The Frame 76 The Basics aor Wn gt Camera Status Light red Shutter Select Button Wireless Status Light blue Camera Status Screen Power Mode Button 91 Micro HDMI Port cable not included 7 microSD Card Slot microSD card not included 8 Mini USB Port supports composite A C cable 3 5mm stereo mic adapter not included 9 Audio Alert The Basics Q 10 10 Microphone 11 HERO Port 12 Settings Tag Button 13 Battery Door 8 Getting Started CHARGING THE BATTERY 1 Remove the camera from The Frame 2 Remove the camera side door and insert a microSD card sold separately The card must have a Class 10 or UHS 1 rating and acapacity up to 64GB Visit gopro com support for the list of recommended SD cards 3 Open the bottom door insert the battery and then close the bottom door Getting Started 4 Charge the battery by connecting the camera to a computer or other USB charging adapter using the included USB cable The camera status light turns on during charging and turns off when charging is complete NOTICE Using a wall charger other than a GoPro Wall Charger can damage the GoPro battery Only use chargers marked output 5V 1A If you do not know the voltage and current of your charger use the included USB cable to charge the cam
32. pot Meter setting in Photo mode apply only to photo capture To adjust this setting for video capture adjust the setting in Video mode To adjust this setting for multi shot capture adjust the setting in Multi Shot mode PROTUNE For details about Protune settings see Protune Note Changes that you make to the Protune settings in Photo mode apply only to photo capture To adjust this setting for video capture adjust the setting in Video mode To adjust this setting for multi shot capture adjust the setting in Multi Shot mode 39 Multi Shot Mode Multi Shot mode contains three capture modes Burst Time Lapse and Night Lapse Capture Mode Description Captures up to 30 photos in 1 second Burst default Perfect for capturing the definitive moment in fast action sports Captures a series of photos at specified intervals You can use Time Lapse to capture photos of any activity so you can choose the best ones later Time Lapse Captures a series of photos at specific intervals and exposure times Use Night Lapse in low light environments such as Night Lapse when capturing the night sky over a period of time For available exposure times and examples of when to use them see Shutter in Mult Shot Settings PRO TIP For longer exposure times during the day use Night Lapse 40 Multi Shot Mode CAPTUR JR F 1 Select Burst mode a Pressthe Power Mode button i9 repeatedly until you get to Mu
33. ra is already on turn it off and remove the battery 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 is not covered under the warranty Do not store your battery with metal objects such as coins keys or necklaces If the battery terminals come in contact with metal objects this may cause a fire 72 Battery Most ian lithium ion batteries are classified as non hazardous waste and are safe for disposal in the normal municipal waste stream Many localities have laws in place requiring battery recycling Check your local laws to make sure that you can dispose of rechargeable batteries in your regular trash To safely dispose of lithium ion batteries protect terminals from exposure to other metal with packing masking or electrical tape so they do not cause a fire while being transported Lithium ion batteries however do contain recyclable materials and are accepted for recycling by the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation s RBRC Battery Recycling Program We encourage you to visit Call2Recycle at call2recycle org or call 1 800 BATTERY in North America to find a convenient recycling location Never dispose of a battery in a fire because it may explode WARNING Do not drop disassemble open crush bend deform puncture shred
34. roduct Safety Information Guide included with your camera CE Hamr
35. rofile of your video footage or photos Color Setting Resulting Color Profile GoPro Color Provides GoPro color corrected profile same default great color as when Protune is turned off Provides neutral color profile that can be color corrected to better match footage Flat captured with other equipment offering more flexibility in post production Due to its long curve Flat captures more details in Shadows andhighlights 65 Protune ISO LIMIT ISO Limit adjusts the camera s sensitivity in low light environments and creates a balance between brightness and resulting image noise Image noise refers to the degree of graininess in the image Protune for Video ISO Limit Setting Lighting Condition Resulting Quality 6400 default Brighter video in low light increased image noise 1600 Moderately bright video in low light moderate image noise 400 Darker video in low light reduced image noise 66 Protune Protune for Photo ISO Limit Setting Lighting Condition Resulting Quality 800 default Darker photo in very low light increased image noise 400 Darker photo in low light moderate image noise 200 Bright photo in indoor lighting marginal image noise 100 Bright photo in outdoor daylight minimal image noise ee Si SHARPNESS Sharpness controls the sharpness of your video footage or photos Sharpness Setting Resulting Quality High defau
36. rt 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 Mount adhesives do not bond properly if applied in cold or damp environments to cold or damp surfaces or if the surface is not room temperature 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 against injury in every accident 82 Using the Mounts LOCI UG If you are using the HERO4 Black 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 as a leash to prevent dropping or losing the locking plug 2 Slide the Quick Release Buckle into the mount until it clicks into place 3
37. s the Power Mode button once The camera status lights red 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 red flash several times and the sound indicator emits seven beeps PRO TIP When the camera is off and QuikCapture is enabled you can turn the camera on and immediately begin capturing video or Time Lapse photos just by pressing the Shutter Select button Press once for video press and hold for Time Lapse photos Press again to stop recording and power off the camera For details see QuikCapture in Setup Mode 11 Getting Started INSERTING REMOVING MICROSD CARDS The HERO4 Black camera is compatible with 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB and 64GB capacity microSD microSDHC and microSDXC memory cards sold separately You must use a microSD card with a Class 10 or a UHS 1 rating For a list of the recommended SD cards visit gopro com support GoPro recommends using brand name memory cards for maximum reliability in high vibration activities To Insert the microSD Card To Remove the microSD Card UO NN HERO r Slide the memory cardintothe Place your fingernail against card slot with the label facing the the edge of the memory card front of the camera and lightly press it further into When fully i
38. t meet the minimum requirements record at 720p30 with Protune off and make sure that all other programs on your computer are closed FORGOT MY CAMERA S NAME OR PASSWORD With the camera powered on press and hold the Settings Tag button 1 Two seconds later press and release the Power Mode button ie Release the Settings Tag button From the Wi Fi reset menu select Reset The camera name is reset and the password is reset to goprohero WANT TO RESET MY GOPRO SETTINGS TO THE DEFAULTS In Setup mode select Camera Reset This option does not reset the Date Time or your camera s username and wireless password POWERED OFF MY GOPRO BUT THE BLUE LIGHTS ARE STILL BLINKING The blue lights indicate that Wireless is on With your camera powered off press and hold the Settings Tag button iei for four seconds to turn off Wireless For more answers to commonly asked questions see gopro com support Customer Support GoPro is dedicated to providing the best possible service To reach GoPro Customer Support visit gopro com support 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 the complete list of country certifications refer to the Important P
39. ts flash while the camera is recording 4 To stop capturing press the Shutter Select button The camera status lights flash three times and the camera beeps three times 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 When the camera is off and QuikCapture is enabled you can turn the camera on and immediately begin capturing video just by pressing the Shutter Select button KO Press again to stop recording and power off the camera For details see Setup Mode 21 Video Mode HILIGHT TAGGING You can mark specific moments in your video as they happen with HiLight Tags HiLight Tags make it easy to find the best highlights to share You can add tags with your camera the GoPro App or the Smart Remote sold separately Tags are visible during playback in the GoPro App or GoPro software PRO TIP In the app tap the screen during playback to display the HiLight Tags on the progress bar To Add a HiLight Tag with Your Camera While recording video press the Settings Tag button iL 22 Video Mode VIDEO SETTINGS Three capture modes are available for Video mode Video Video Photo and Video Looping The capture mode that you select determines the Video settings that appear in the rest of the menu For instructions on how to change the following settings see Navigating Settings Menus
40. tus lights flash and the counter on the camera status screen increases by one PRO TIP For Night photo be sure to use the right Shutter setting for the situation For details see Shutter in Photo Settings 34 Photo Mode CAPTURING 1 Select Continuous mode a Pressthe Power Mode button i9 repeatedly until you get o Photo mode b Press the Settings Tag button ii to open the settings menu c Press the Shutter Select button Ko repeatedly until you get o Continuous d Press the Settings Tag button toclose the settings menu The Continuous icon 4 appears in the upper left on your camera status screen 2 Press and hold the Shutter Select button 9 The camera beeps and the camera status lights flash repeatedly 3 To stop capturing release the Shutter Select button i9 The counter on the camera status screen increases by one for every photo captured 35 Photo Mode PHOTO SETTINGS Three capture modes are available for Photo mode Single Continuous and Night The capture mode that you select determines the Photo settings that appear in the rest of the menu For instructions on how to change the following settings see Navigating Settings Menus PRO TIP To open the settings menu for the current mode press the Settings Tag button QM I 36 Photo Mode SHUTTER Shutter applies only to Night Photo and Night Lapse and determines the amount of time that the shutter is
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