GoPro HERO 3+ Quick Start Guide

QUICK START GUIDE

/ Hello

Congratulations on your new HERO3+. This Quick Start Guide will help
you learn the basics of capturing life’s most incredible moments with
your GoPro.

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/ Getting Started

1

REMOVE CAMERA FROM HOUSING

2

REMOVE CAMERA
SIDE DOOR AND
INSERT MICROSD
CARD

(Class 10 required, sold separately)

3

REMOVE CAMERA
BACK DOOR AND
INSERT BATTERY

4

CHARGE BATTERY
USING INCLUDED
USB CABLE

/ Camera Essentials

Shutter/Select Button [

Camera Status Light [red]

LCD Status Screen

Power/Mode Button [

]

]

Wi-Fi On/Off Button [

Wi-Fi Status Light [blue]
Camera Status Light [red]

POWERING CAMERA ON AND OFF

To power ON

Press the Power/Mode Button [ ].

]

To power OFF

Press and hold the Power/Mode
Button [

] for two seconds.

/ Selecting Camera Modes

Turn camera ON and repeatedly press the Power/Mode Button [ ] to
cycle through camera modes.

VIDEO

Record video

TIME LAPSE

Shoot a series of photos
at set time intervals

PHOTO

Capture a single photo

SETTINGS

Adjust camera settings,
resolution and more

BURST PHOTO

Capture photo bursts

PLAYBACK*

View your videos
and photos on a
TV or LCD Touch
BacPac

*Playback only appears when camera is connected to a TV or LCD Touch BacPac
(optional accessory, sold separately).

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/ Camera Settings

*

TO ADJUST CAMERA SETTINGS:

1. Press the Power/Mode Button [

2. Press the Shutter/Select Button [

3. Press the Power/Mode Button [

4. Press the Shutter/Select Button [

MAIN CAMERA MODES

CAMERA SETTINGS

CAPTURE SETTINGS WI-FI

SET UP

*For a full explanation of camera settings, see the User Manual.

] to cycle to Settings mode [ ].

] to enter the Settings menu.

] to cycle through options.

] to select desired option.

/ Capturing Video + Photos

Press the Shutter/Select Button
[ ] to start/stop recording or
take a photo.

You can change video and photo
settings in the Settings menu [

].

/ Default Video + Photo Settings

DEFAULT VIDEO SETTING: 1080P SUPERVIEW 30 FPS

SuperView delivers the world’s
most immersive wide angle video,
making it easier than ever to capture
the shot.

If you want to experiment with other
video settings, you can find more
info in the Camera Settings section
of the User Manual.

DEFAULT PHOTO SETTING: 12MP

Your camera is set to 12MP
resolution, allowing you to capture
stunning high-resolution photos.

You can adjust photo resolution in
the Settings menu [

].

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/ Pairing Camera to Wi-Fi Remote

Before using the Wi-Fi Remote for the first time, you must pair it
with your camera.

A. ON T HE CAM ER A:

1. Ensure both camera and

remote are powered OFF.

2. Press the Power/Mode Button

] to power camera ON.

[

3. Press the Wi-Fi On/Off Button

] twice, then press the

[
Shutter/Select Button [
enter the Wi-Fi menu [

4. Press the Power/Mode Button

] to cycle to Wi-Fi RC, then

[
press the Shutter/Select Button

] to select it.

[

5. Press the Power/Mode Button

] to cycle to NEW, then

[
press the Shutter/Select Button

] to select it. You will see

[

].

[

B. ON TH E WI-F I REMO TE:

1. While holding down the Shutter/

Select Button [
release the Power/Mode Button

].

[

2. When you see [ ], release

the Shutter/Select Button [

] to

3. [ ] will appear once camera

].

and remote have paired.

4. The remote will now prompt

CONNECT ANOTHER? camera.
If you want to connect additional
cameras at this time, press the
Shutter/Select Button [
to select YES. If not, press the
Power/Mode Button [
cycle to NO, then press the
Shutter/Select Button [
select it.

], press and

].

]

] to

] to

/ 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 select content and more*.

1. Download the GoPro App to

your smartphone or tablet at the
Apple App Store, Google Play or
Windows Phone marketplace.

2. Press the Power/Mode Button

] to power camera ON.

[

3. Press the Wi-Fi On/Off Button

] twice, then press the

[
Shutter/Select Button [
enter the Wi-Fi menu [

4. Press the Power/Mode Button

] to cycle to GoPro App,

[

] to

].

then press the Shutter/Select
Button [

5. In your smartphone or tablet’s

] to select it.

Wi-Fi settings, connect to the
network called “GOPRO-BP”
followed by a series of numbers/
letters. Enter the password
“goprohero”**.

6. Open the GoPro App on your

smartphone or tablet.

*For device compatibility, please visit gopro.com.

**This is the default network name and password. You can customize this if you update your camera
soware at gopro.com/update.

/ Playing Back Videos and Photos

There are several ways to play back your videos and view your photos.

LCD TOUCH BACPAC

Removable LCD touch screen
(sold separately).

Play back and share select content
using your smartphone or tablet.

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TV

Connect via Micro HDMI, Composite
or Combo Cable (sold separately).

COMPUTERGOPRO APP

Connect via included USB cable.

/ Mounting Your Camera

Attach your HERO3+ to helmets, gear and equipment.

FLAT SURFACE MOUNTING

*

CURVED SURFACE MOUNTING

VERTICAL MOUNTING

*Not included with HERO3+ Black Edition/Surf.

*

/ Mounting Your Camera (Continued)

SIDE MOUNTING

SURFBOARD MOUN TS

Included with HERO3+ Black Edition/Surf only.

NOTE: To remove adhesive mounts, heat with a hair dryer then peel off mount.

/ Help + Resources

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

GoPro is dedicated to providing the best possible service. To reach
GoPro Customer Support, visit gopro.com/support.

GOPR O TUT ORI AL VID EOS

How-to tutorials, pro tips and tricks to help you make the most of
your GoPro products. Visit youtube.com/goprotutorials

CAMERA SOFTWARE UPDATES

To get the latest features and best performance from your HERO3+,
make sure you’re using the most current camera soware. To check
for available updates and download the latest camera soware, visit
gopro.com/update.

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