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    							Your HERO5 Session6
    Getting Started 7
    QuikCapture 11
    Camera Icons 12
    Changing Modes + Settings 15
    Capturing Video 16
    Capturing Photos 18
    Capturing Time Lapse Content 20
    Controlling Your Camera with  Your Voice 22
    Playing Back Your Content 25
    Offloading Your Content 27
    Accessing All Modes and Settings 28
    Video Mode 30
    Photo Mode 42
    Time Lapse Mode 46
    Protune 52
    Customizing Your Camera 57Important Messages 61
    Resetting Your Camera 62
    Mounting Your Camera 63
    Removing the Door 68
    Maintenance 69
    Battery 70
    Troubleshooting 72
    Customer Support 74
    Trademarks 74
    Regulatory Information 74
    TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE OF CONTENTS 
    						
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    1. Camera Status Screen
    2.  Shutter Button [
      ]
    3.  Microphone
    4.  Camera Status Light 5. 
    USB-C Port
    6.  microSD Card Slot
    7.  Menu Button
    YOUR HERO5 SESSIONGETTING STARTED
    CHARGING THE BATTERY  
    For the best experience with your new camera, we recommend fully 
    charging the battery before first use. 
    1.  Open the door. 2. Charge the battery using the 
    included USB cable.
    Note: The battery cannot be removed from the camera. 
    The camera status lights turn on during charging and turn off when 
    charging is complete. 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 battery charges to 100% in about 2 hours. For more battery 
    information, see Battery
     (page 70).
    PRO TIP:  For fastest charging, use GoPro’s Supercharger (sold 
    separately). You can charge your camera with a USB-compatible wall 
    charger or auto charger.
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    2. Connect your camera to your smartphone/tablet or computer. If an 
    update is available, the app provides instructions for installing it.
    You can also update your camera manually using the microSD card and a 
    card reader/adapter (sold separately). For details and information abo\
    ut 
    the latest software version, visit gopro.com/update. 
    PRO TIP:  To see your current software version, press the Menu  button. 
    Your camera scrolls through several settings, including the version numb\
    er.
    POWERING ON + OFF  
    HERO5 Session
    ™ powers on when you press 
    the  Shutter  button [
      ] to begin capturing 
    video or time lapse. 
    The camera automatically powers off to 
    conserve battery power when you press the 
    Shutter  button to stop capturing or after a 
    period of inactivity.
    PRO TIP:  When carrying your camera in a bag or pocket, place the camera 
    upside down in a frame (with the Shutter  button covered) to protect the 
    camera from accidentally capturing video or photos. To prevent the frame\
     
    from marking the surface of the camera, leave the latch on the frame ope\
    n.  
    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, including all privacy laws, which may 
    restrict recording in certain areas.
    GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTED
    INSERTING + REMOVING MICROSD CARDS
    •  Insert the card (sold separately) at a downward angle with the label 
    facing down. 
    •  To remove the card, press it into the slot with your fingernail and it w\
    ill 
    pop out.
    Use brand name memory cards that meet these requirements: •  microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC
    •  Class 10 or UHS-I rating 
    For a list of the recommended cards, visit gopro.com/workswithgopro.
    NOTICE : Use care when handling memory cards. Avoid liquids, dust, and 
    debris. As a precaution, power off the camera before inserting or removi\
    ng 
    the card. Check manufacturer guidelines regarding use in acceptable 
    temperature ranges. 
    UPDATING YOUR CAMERA SOFTWARE  
    To get the latest features and best performance from your GoPro, make 
    sure your camera is always using the most current software. When you 
    connect to the Capture app or Quik for desktop, you are automatically 
    notified if an update is available.
    1.  Download these apps:
    •  Capture from the Apple
    © App Store© or Google Play™
    • Quik for desktop from gopro.com/apps 
    						
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    QUIKCAPTURE
    QuikCapture is the fastest way to capture video or time lapse content 
    with HERO5 Session. Because the camera is powered on only when it is 
    recording, you also conserve battery power.
    CAPTURING VIDEO WITH QUIKCAPTURE
    1.  With the camera powered off, press the Shutter  button [
     
     ]. 
      Your camera powers on, beeps several times, and begins recording in 
    the video capture mode that you last used (Video, Video + Photo, or 
    Looping). The camera status lights blink while the camera is recording.\
     
    2.  To stop recording, press the Shutter  button again. 
      The camera stops recording, beeps several times, and automatically 
    powers off to maximize battery life.
    CAPTURING TIME LAPSE CONTENT WITH QUIKCAPTURE 1.  With the camera powered off, press and hold the Shutter  button  
    [  
     ] for a few seconds until recording begins. 
      Your camera powers on, beeps several times, and begins recording in 
    the time lapse capture mode that you last used (Time Lapse Photos, 
    Time Lapse Video, or Night Lapse). The camera status lights blink while\
     
    the camera is recording.
    2.  To stop recording, press the Shutter  button again. 
      The camera stops recording, beeps several times, and automatically 
    powers off to maximize battery life.
    GETTING STARTED
    D I S P L AY I N G S TAT U S I N F O
    Press the Menu  button to cycle through status information about   
    your camera.  
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    1.  Remaining microSD card 
    memory for each mode
    2.  Mode
    3.  Settings
    4.  Protune status (not shown)
    5.  Spot Meter status (not shown) 6. 
    Video Stabilization status  
     (not shown)
    7.  Wireless status
    8.  Battery status
    9.  Voice Control status
    Note: The icons and settings that appear on the camera status screen vary by mode. 
    Those shown above are for Video mode. 
    						
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    Auto Low Light
    Auto-Rotation
    Beeps
    Burst Photos
    Color
    Date/Time
    Delete
    Exposure Value  
    Compensation
    Field of View
    Frames per Second
    Interval
    ISO Limit
    CAMERA ICONS
    Language
    LEDs
    Looping
    Megapixels
    Night Lapse Photo
    Night Photo
    Photo (Single)
    Protune
    Rate
    Sharpness
    Shutter
    Spot Meter
    CAMERA ICONS
    Time Lapse Photos
    Time Lapse Video
    Video
    Video + Photo
    Video Format
    Video Resolution
    Video Stabilization
    White Balance
    Wireless 
    						
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    NAVIGATING YOUR GOPRO
    Your HERO5 Session has three modes:  
    •  Video
    •  Photo
    •  Time Lapse
    Each of those modes has three capture modes.
    Mode Capture modeDescription
    Video Video
     
    Video + Photo  
    Looping Capturing Video
     (page 16)
    Photo Single
     
    Burst  
    Night Capturing Photos
     (page 18)  
    Time Lapse Time Lapse Photo
     
    Time Lapse Video  
    Night Lapse Photo Capturing Time Lapse 
    Content
     (page 20) CHANGING MODES + SETTINGS
     
    You can change almost all video and photo settings using the buttons on 
    the camera. To access all settings and modes, see Accessing All Modes and 
    Settings
     (page 28).
    1.  Press the Menu  button to turn on the status screen. 
    2.  Press the Menu  button repeatedly to move to Camera Settings, then 
    press the Shutter  button [
     
     ] to select it.
    3.  To change the mode, press the Shutter  button repeatedly to display 
    the mode that you want (Video, Time Lapse, or Photo).
    4.  Press the Menu  button to move to the next field.
    5. Press the Shutter  button repeatedly to display the capture mode that 
    you want.
    6.  Press the Menu  button to move to a setting, then press the Shutter 
    button to display the option that you want.
    7.  When you are finished, press the Menu  button to move to [ 
     ] ,   
    then press the Shutter  button to confirm the selection.
    CHANGING MODES + SETTINGS 
    						
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    CAPTURING VIDEO
    In Video  mode, HERO5 Session has three capture modes: 
    Video: Captures video. Available in all resolutions.
    Video + Photo: While recording video, captures a photo at 
    regular intervals. Available in 1440p24, 1080p30, 1080p24, and 
    720p30. 
    Looping: Lets you continuously record and save only the 
    moments that you want to save. Available in 1080p30, 960p100, 
    720p120, and 720p60.
    PRO TIP:  When the camera is off and you press the Shutter  button, the 
    camera powers on and captures video in the mode that you used most 
    recently (Video, Video + Photo, or Looping).
    CAPTURING VIDEO  
    The fastest way to capture video content in the same mode you used last 
    time is to use QuikCapture
     (page 11). But if you want to change the 
    video capture mode or settings, follow the steps below.
    1.  Press the Menu  button to turn on the status screen. 
    2.  Select a capture mode (Video, Video + Photo, or Looping) and settings:\
    a.  Press the Menu  button repeatedly  to move to Camera Settings, 
    then press the Shutter  button [
     
     ] to select it.
    b.  Press the Shutter  button repeatedly until you get to the Video 
    icon [ 
      ].  
    c.  Press the Menu  button to move to the next field, then press the 
    Shutter  button repeatedly to select a capture mode.
    d.  To change a setting, press the Menu  button to move to the 
    setting, then press the Shutter  button repeatedly to display the 
    option that you want.
    e.  Press the Menu  button to move to [  
     ] , then press the Shutter  
    button to to confirm the selection. 3. 
    Press the Shutter  button. Your camera beeps and the status lights 
    blink during recording. 
    4.  To stop recording, press the Shutter  button again. The camera 
    stops recording, beeps several times, and automatically powers off to 
    maximize battery life.
    PRO TIP : When the camera is off and you press the Shutter  button, the 
    camera powers on and begins recording in the video mode you used most 
    recently (Video, Video + Photo, or Looping).
    HILIGHT TAGGING  
    You can mark specific moments in your video during recording with HiLigh\
    t 
    Tags. HiLight Tags make it easy to find the best highlights to share.
    To add a HiLight Tag, press the Menu  button. HiLight Tags are visible 
    during playback in Capture or Quik for desktop.
    PRO TIP : You can also add HiLight Tags during recording with the Capture 
    app, Voice Control, or the Smart Remote. 
    CAPTURING VIDEO 
    						
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    CAPTURING PHOTOS
    In Photo  mode, HERO5 Session has three capture modes. Photos are 
    captured at a resolution of 10MP. 
    Photo: Captures a single photo.
    Burst: Captures up to 30 photos in 1 second, so it is perfect for 
    capturing the definitive moment in fast-action sports.
    Night: Captures photos when the lighting is dark. The shutter 
    remains open longer to let in more light in dark environments.  
     
    CAPTURING PHOTOS 1.  Press the Menu  button to turn on the status screen. 
    2.  Select a capture mode (Photo, Burst, or Night) and settings:
    a.  Press the Menu  button repeatedly to move to Camera Settings, 
    then press the Shutter  button [
     
     ] to select it.
    b.  Press the Shutter  button repeatedly until you get to the Photo 
    icon [ 
      ]. 
    c.  Press the Menu  button to move to the next field, then press the 
    Shutter  button to select a capture mode.
    d.  To change a setting, press the Menu  button to move to the 
    setting, then press the Shutter  button repeatedly to display the 
    option that you want.
    e.  Press the Menu  button to move to the check mark, then press the 
    Shutter  button to select it.
    3.  Press the Shutter  button. Your camera beeps once, then beeps once 
    for each photo that is captured. The camera status lights blink while th\
    e 
    camera is capturing photos. 
    Note: To capture continuous photos at a rate of 5 photos per second, select the 
    Photo capture mode, then hold down the Shutter button. Photos are captured until 
    you release the button.
    CAPTURING PHOTOS
    4.  To power off the camera, press the Menu  button to move to Exit 
    Photo Mode, then press the Shutter  button to select it.
    CAPTURING PHOTOS IN THE MODE THAT YOU USED LAST TIME  
    To take a photo using the capture mode that you used most recently 
    (Photo, Burst, or Night), use the shortcut below. 
    1.  Press the Menu  button to turn on the status screen. 
    2.  Press the Menu  button  to move to Enter Photo Mode, then press the 
    Shutter  button [
     
     ] to select it.
    3.  Press the Shutter  button. The camera beeps once, then beeps once 
    for each photo that is captured. The camera status lights blink while th\
    e 
    camera is capturing photos.
    4.  To power off the camera, press the Menu  button to move to Exit 
    Photo Mode, then press the Shutter  button to select it. 
    						
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