GoPro Hero 2, Hero 3 User Manual
USER MANUAL
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The Basics
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Getting Started
7
Camera Icons
16
Capturing Video
18
Capturing Photos
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Changing Camera Settings
30
Accessing All Modes and Settings
32
Video Settings
37
Photo Settings
48
Multi-Shot Settings
50
Setup Mode
55
Protune
™
68
Transferring Files to a Computer
77
Playing Back Video and Photos
79
Important Messages
81
The Frame
84
Mounting Your Camera
87
Battery
94
Troubleshooting
99
Customer Support
105
Regulatory Information
105
/ Table of Contents / Table of Contents
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
The integrated batter y comes par tially charged. No damage occurs
to the camera or battery if used before being fully charged.
To Charge the Battery:
1. Open the side door. 2. Charge the battery using the
included USB cable.
Note: The ba ttery cann ot be removed fro m the camera.
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1. Camera Status Screen
2. Shutter/Select Button [ ]
3. Microphone
4. Camera Status Light (red) /
Wireless Status Light (blue)
5. Micro-USB Port
6. microSD Card Slot
7. Info/Wireless Button
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The camera status lights (red) turn on during charging and turn
off when charging is complete. When charging the camera with a
computer, be sure that the computer is connected to a power source.
If the camera status lights do not turn on to indicate charging, use a
different USB port.
WARNING: Using a wall charger other than a GoPro Wall Charger
can damage the GoPro camera batter y and could result in fire or
leakage. 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 camera from your computer.
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For more battery information, see Battery (page 94).
WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro as part of your
active lifest yle. 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 cer tain areas.
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INSERTING + REMOVING MEMORY CARDS
Insert the SD card at a downward angle with the label facing down.
Use brand name memory cards
(sold separately) that meet these
requirements:
• microSD, microSDHC,
or microSDXC
• Class 10 or UHS-I rating
• Capacity up to 64GB
For a list of the recommended microSD cards, visit gopro.com/help.
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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.
CAMERA SOFTWARE UPDATES
To get the latest features and best performance from your
HERO Session
™
camera, make sure you are using the most current
camera soware. You can update your camera soware with the
GoPro App or at gopro.com/getstarted.
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POWERING ON + OFF
HERO Session powers on when you press the
Shutter/Select button [
] to begin capturing
video or photos. The camera automatically powers
off to conserve battery power aer photo capture or
when you press the Shutter/Select button
[
] to stop recording video.
PRO TIP: When carrying your camera in a bag or pocket, place the
camera upside down in a frame (with the Shutter/Select button [
]
covered) to protect the camera from accidentally capturing video or
photos. To prevent the frame from marking the sur face of the camera,
leave the latch on the frame open.
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DISPLAYING STATUS INFO
Press the Info/Wireless button to display status information about
your camera.
Note: To exit the se screens soo ner, press and hold t he Info/Wireles s button for thr ee seconds.
• Video resolution/fps/FOV
• Time Lapse photo resolution/
FOV/interval
• Remaining microSD card
memory for each mode
• Protune status
• Spot Meter status
• Wireless status
• Battery status
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HELPFUL TIPS
Follow these guidelines to get the best performance from
your camera:
• The camera is waterproof to 33’ (10m)—no housing needed.
Ensure that the side door is closed before using the camera in
or around water, dirt, or sand.
• Before closing the side door, be sure the seal is free of debris.
If needed, clean with a blower brush or canned air.
• Before opening the side door, be sure the camera is free of water or
debris. If needed, rinse the camera with water and dry it with a cloth.
• If sand or debris hardens around the side door, soak the camera
in warm tap water for 15 minutes and then rinse thoroughly to
remove the debris before opening the door.
• For best audio performance, shake the camera or blow on the mic
to remove water and debris from the microphone holes.
• Aer every use in salt water, rinse the camera with fresh water,
and dry with a so cloth.
• If the camera lens becomes foggy, let it sit with the door open until
it dries.
PRO TIP: During water activities, tether your camera for added
security and use a Floaty to keep your camera afloat (sold separately).
For more information, visit gopro.com.
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/ Camera Icons
Beeps
Burst Photos
Date/Time
Default Mode
Delete
Field of View
Frames Per Second
Interval
LEDs
Looping Video
Low Light
Megapixels
Multi-Shot Mode
Orientation
/ Camera Icons
Photo Mode
Protune
Burst Rate
Setup Mode
Spot Meter
Time Lapse
Video Format
Video Mode
Video Resolution
Wireless
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CAPTURING VIDEO
The default video resolution is 1080p30. To select a different resolution,
see Changing Camera Settings (page 30).
To Start Recording Video:
Press the Shutter/Select button [
]. Your camera powers
on, emits three beeps, and automatically begins recording video.
The camera status lights blink while the camera is recording.
If the memor y card is full or the battery is out of power, your
camera automatically stops recording and saves the video before
powering off.
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To Stop Recording:
Press the Shutter/Select button [
]. The camera stops recording,
beeps several times, and automatically powers off to maximize
battery life.
PRO TIP: Videos captured at lower resolutions such as 720p30 fps are
supported by more mobile devices and are easier to share and upload
to the web.
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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 moments to share.
Note: HiLigh t Tags are vis ible during p layback in th e GoPro App.
To Add HiLight Tags During Recording:
Press the Info/Wireless button.
PRO TIP: You can also add HiLight Tags during recording with the
GoPro App for mobile or the Smart Remote.
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CAPTURING LOOPING VIDEO
Looping video lets you continuously record and save only the
moments that you want to save, which helps to conser ve space on
your microSD card.
Looping video is available only when you connec t your camera to
the GoPro App for mobile or a GoPro remote. To change Looping
video settings, see Video Settings (page 37).
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To Capture Looping Video:
1. Connec t your camera to the GoPro App for mobile or a GoPro remote.
For details, see Accessing All Modes and Settings (page 32).
2. Select Video mode [
] from the app or the remote.
3. Select Looping Video.
4. Tap the record button on the app, or press the Shutter/Select
button [
] on the remote or the camera. The camera beeps once
and the camera status lights flash while the camera is recording.
5. To stop capturing, tap the Record button on the app, or press the
Shutter/Select button [
] on the remote or the camera. The
camera status lights flash three times and the camera beeps
multiple times.
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Note: When y our camera is con nected to the a pp or remote, it rema ins in standb y mode aer
captur ing video or pho tos. If you want to po wer off the camera, ta p the Power butt on on the app or
press th e Power/Mode butto n on the remote. Wire less remains o n so your camera i s still connec ted
to the app o r the remote.
PRO TIP: Videos captured at lower resolutions such as 720p30 fps are
supported by more mobile devices and are easier to share and upload
to the web.
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/ Capturing Photos
CAPTURING TIME LAPSE PHOTOS
Time Lapse 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.
The default inter val for Time Lapse is 0.5 second. To select a different
inter val, see Changing Camera Settings (page 30).
To Start Capturing Time Lapse Photos:
Press and hold the Shutter/Select button [
] for about three
seconds until the Time Lapse photo icon [
] appears on the
camera status screen. Your camera powers on, emits two beeps, and
automatically begins capturing Time Lapse photos. The camera status
lights blink while the camera is capturing photos.
To Stop Recording:
Press the Shutter/Select button [
]. The camera stops recording,
beeps several times, and automatically powers off to maximize
battery life.
CAPTURING A SINGLE PHOTO
Single photos are captured at a default resolution of 8MP. To change
photo settings, see Changing Camera Settings (page 30).
To Capture a Single Photo:
1. Press the Info/Wireless button to turn on the camera status
screen.
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2. Be sure the photo capture mode is set to Single:
a. Press the Info/Wireless button repeatedly to cycle to Camera
Settings, then press the Shutter/Select button [
] to select it.
b. Press the Shutter/Select button [ ] repeatedly until you get
to the Photo icon [
].
c. Press the Info/Wireless button to highlight the photo capture
mode (Single or Burst).
d. If the capture mode is Burst, press the Shutter/Select button
[
] to change it to Single.
e. Press the Info/Wireless button repeatedly to cycle to Done,
then press the Shutter/Select button [
] to select it.
3. Press the Info/Wireless button to cycle to Enter Photo Mode, then
press the Shutter/Select button [
] to select it.
4. Press the Shutter/Select button [ ]. Your camera beeps once,
then beeps once aer a photo is captured. The camera status
lights blink while the camera is capturing photos.
5. To exit Photo Mode, press the Info/Wireless button to cycle to
Exit Photo Mode, then press the Shutter/Select button [
] to
select it.
CAPTURING BURST PHOTOS
Burst captures up to 10 photos in 1 second, so it is perfect for
capturing the definitive moment in fast-action sports. To change Burst
photo settings, see Changing Camera Settings (page 30).
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To Capture Burst Photos:
1. Press the Info/Wireless button to turn on the camera status screen.
2. Be sure the photo capture mode is set to Burst:
a. Press the Info/Wireless button repeatedly to cycle to Camera
Settings, then press the Shutter/Select button [
] to select it.
b. Press the Shutter/Select button [ ] repeatedly until you get
to the Photo icon [
].
c. Press the Info/Wireless button to highlight the photo capture
mode (Single or Burst).
d. If the capture mode is Single, press the Shutter/Select button
[
] to change it to Burst.
e. Press the Info/Wireless button repeatedly to cycle to Done,
then press the Shutter/Select button [
] to select it.
3. Press the Info/Wireless button to cycle to Enter Photo Mode, then
press the Shutter/Select button [
] to select it.
4. Press the Shutter/Select button [ ]. Your camera beeps once,
then beeps once aer each photo is captured. The camera status
lights blink while the camera is capturing photos.
5. To exit Photo Mode, press the Info/Wireless button to cycle to
Exit Photo Mode, then press the Shutter/Select button [
] to
select it.
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4. Press the Info/Wireless button repeatedly to move to a setting.
5. Press the Shutter/Select button [ ] to select a new option.
6. Press the Info/Wireless button repeatedly until you get to Done,
then press the Shutter/Select button [
] to select it.
/ Changing Camera Settings
You can change some of the video and photo settings using the
buttons on the camera. To access all settings and modes, see
Accessing All Modes and Settings (page 32).
TO CHANGE CAMERA SETTINGS:
1. Press the Info/Wireless button to turn on the status screen.
2. Press the Info/Wireless button repeatedly until you get to
Camera Settings, then press the Shutter/Select button [
] to
select it.
3. Press the Shutter/Select button [
] to select the desired mode.
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/ Accessing All Modes and Settings
To access all modes and settings, connect your camera to a GoPro
remote (sold separately) or the GoPro App for mobile. Settings are
saved aer you disconnect the camera.
VIDEO
Record video
TIME LAPSE PHOTOS
Shoot photos at
time intervals
LOOPING VIDEO
Record continuously
BURST PHOTO
Capture up to 10 photos
in 1 second
PHOTO
Capture a single photo
SETTINGS
Adjust all camera settings
CONNECTING TO THE GOPRO APP FOR MOBILE
The GoPro App for mobile (free) lets you change all modes and
camera settings using a smartphone or tablet. Features include full
camera control, live preview, playback and sharing of content, and
camera soware updates. To learn more, visit gopro.com/getstarted.
Note: When y our camera is con nected to the a pp or remote, it rema ins on in stand by mode aer
captur ing video or pho tos.
To Connect to the GoPro App for Mobile:
1. Download the GoPro App to your smartphone/tablet from the
Apple
®
App Store or Google Play.
2. Open the app.
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