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    							QUICK START GUIDE
    Download the User Manual at 
    gopro.com/support 
    						
    							Congratulations on your new HERO4 Black camera. This Quick Star t 
    Guide will show you the basics of capturing life’s most incredible  
    moments with your GoPro.
    To learn more, download the User Manual at gopro.com/support .
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    / Hello
    When using your GoPro camera as par t of your active lifestyle, always be 
    aware of your surroundings to avoid injur y to yourself and others, and to 
    prevent damage to your camera.  
    Before using your GoPro camera, please read carefully all 
    the safety precautions in the Impor tant Product  + Safety 
    Information included with your camera.
    To see the complete list of countr y certifications, 
    refer to the Important Product + Safety Information  
    included with your camera. 
    						
    							Shutter/Select Button [  ]
    Camera Status Screen 
    Wireless Status Light (blue)
    Camera Status Light (red)
    Settings/Tag Button [ 
     ]
    Power/Mode Button [ 
     ]
    / The Basics
    / Getting Started
    STEP 1
    Remove the camera from   
    the housing.
    STEP 2
    Remove the camera side   
    door and inser t a microSD   
    card (sold separately). 
    ( Requires at least a Class 10 or   
    UHS-I microSD card. For a list   
    of GoPro-tested microSD cards,   
    visit  gopro.com/support .)
    STEP 3
    Open the batter y door and inser t 
    the battery.
    STEP 4
    Charge the batter y using the 
    included USB cable. POWERING CAMER A ON AND OFF
    To Power On:
    Press the Power/Mode  button [ 
     ].To Power Off:
    Press and hold the Power/Mode 
    button [  ] for two seconds. 
    						
    							/ Capturing Video and Photos
    Select your camera mode, then press the Shutter/Select button [  ] to 
    star t/stop recording or take a photo.
    QUIKCAPTURE  
    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 two 
    seconds for Time Lapse photos. 
    Press again to stop recording and 
    power off the camera. You can tur n 
    QuikCapture on/off in Setup mode. HILIGH T TAG
     
    Press the Settings/Tag  button  
    [ 
     ] to tag key moments while 
    recording video or playing back 
    footage on an LCD Touch BacPac.  
    HiLight Tags help you quickly 
    find the highlights later for easy 
    playback, editing and sharing.
    *Playback only appears when the camera is connected to a TV or LCD Touch BacPac (sold separately).
    / Selecting Camera Modes
    2.  If necessar y, select a different capture mode:
    a.  Press the Settings/Tag  button [ 
     ] to open the settings menu.
    b.  Press the Shutter/Select  button [ 
     ] repeatedly until you get to 
    the desired  capture mode.
    c.  Press the Settings/Tag  button [ 
     ] to close the settings menu.
    1.
     P ress the Power/Mode  button [ 
     ] repeatedly to c ycle through the 
    camera modes.
    Camera Modes Description
    VideoVideo, Time Lapse Video, Video + Photo, 
    Video Looping
    Photo
    Single, Night, Continuous
    Multi-ShotBurst, Time Lapse, Night Lapse
    Playback*Play back content on a T V or LCD 
     
    Touch BacPac™
    Setup Adjust general camera settings 
    						
    							/ Adjusting Camera Settings
     
    1.   Press the Power/Mode  button [  ] to c ycle to your desired mode.
    2.  Press the Settings/Tag  button [ 
     ] to enter the Settings menu   
    for that mode.
    3.  Press the Power/Mode  button [ 
     ] to c ycle through the options.  4. 
    Press the Shutter/Select  button [ 
     ] to select your desired option. 
    5.  Press the Settings/Tag  button [ 
     ] to exit the settings menu.
    To learn more about settings, download the User Manual at   
    gopro.com/support
    LanguageCamera Reset 
    						
    							SIDE MOUNTING VERTICAL MOUNTING
    / Mounting Your Camera 
    SURFBOARD MOUNTING*
    *Surfboard mounts are included with HERO4 Black/Surf only.
    To learn more about mounting your camera, visit gopro.com/support.
    / Mounting Your Camera
    FL AT SURFACE MOUNTING
    CURVED SURFACE MOUNTING
    Mount your GoPro to helmets, gear and more with the included Cur ved + 
    Flat Adhesive Mounts and hardware.
    APPLYING + REMOVING ADHESIVE MOUNTS
     Apply adhesive mounts to clean, smooth sur faces at room temperature 
    only, at least 24 hours before use. To remove, heat with a hair dr yer then 
    peel off mount. 
    						
    							/ Housing Backdoors/ Swapping Backdoors
    Your HERO4 Black camera comes with two backdoors, each designed for 
    different uses and environments.
    STANDARD BACKDOOR
    Provides waterproof protection to 131’ (40m).   
    Use when shooting under water or in wet, damp   
    or dirty conditions.
    SKELETON BACKDOOR
    Not waterproof—use in dry, dirt-free environments 
    only. Enables enhanced audio capture during   
    low-speed activities. STEP 1
    Open the housing so the backdoor 
    hangs downward. STEP 2
    Pull down on the backdoor until it 
    snaps free from the hinge.
    STEP 3
    Align the new backdoor with   
    the hinge. STEP 4
    Push up on the backdoor until it 
    clicks into place. 
    						
    							/ Playing Back Videos and Photos
    There are several ways to play back your videos and view your photos.
    / Sharing Videos and Photos
    There are a few ways to share your videos and photos.
    COMPUTER
    Connect the camera to your 
    computer with the included USB  
    cable to transfer content for playback.
    For help accessing your GoPro 
    content, download the latest GoPro 
    software at gopro.com/getstarted .
    SMARTPHONE + TABLET
    Use the GoPro App to play back 
    content on your smartphone   
    or tablet. For more info, see   
    GoPro App . COMPUTER
    Connect the camera to your 
    computer with the included USB 
    cable to transfer content for sharing.
    LCD TOUCH BACPAC™
    This removable LCD touch screen 
    seamlessly attaches to the back 
    of your GoPro, delivering quick 
    playback of videos and photos   
    (sold separately).
    TV
    See your content on the big screen. 
    Connect your camera to your T V 
    with a micro HDMI
    *, composite or 
    combo cable (sold separately). SMARTPHONE + TABLET
    Use the GoPro App to share videos 
    and photos by text, email or on your 
    social networks. For more info, see 
    GoPro App .
    *For video resolutions above 1080p60 fps, HDMI playback may only be supported at 1080p60 fps. 
    						
    							/ Help and Resources
    / GoPro App
    CONTROL. VIEW. SHARE.
    The GoPro App lets you control your camera remotely using a smar tphone 
    or tablet. See what your camera sees with live preview. View photos and  
    play back videos, then share your favorites via email, text, Facebook,
     
    Twitter and more. 
    TO CONNECT TO THE GOPRO APP 1.    Download the GoPro App and open it 
    on your smar tphone or tablet.
    2.  Follow the app’s on-screen 
    instructions to connect your camera. 
    (If needed, the default password for your camera   
    is goprohero.)
    For complete pairing instructions ,  
    visit  gopro.com/support . UPDATE YOUR CAMERA
     
    Get the latest features and   
    best performance.
    CRE ATE A GOPRO ACCOUNT  
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    DOWNLOAD THE   
    USER MANUAL  
    Find detailed info on settings, 
    modes and more. Visit 
    gopro.com/getstarted  to learn more:
    GE T THE GOPRO APP +   
    GOPRO STUDIO  
    Control your camera remotely. View 
    and share content. Create videos.
    WATCH A TUTORIAL VIDEO  
    Learn tips + tricks from the pros.
    CONTACT CUSTOMER 
    SUPPORT  
    Get help and find answers to 
    frequently asked questions.
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