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  • Page 2 Join the GoPro Movement @GoPro @GoPro @GoPro facebook.com/GoPro @GoPro pinterest.com/GoPro...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Capturing Time Lapse Tech Specs: Protune Time Lapse Settings Customer Support Live Streaming + Webcam Mode Trademarks Exposure Control Regulatory Information Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice Playing Back Your Media Connecting to the GoPro Quik App Regulatory Model Number CPST1...

  • Page 4: Meet Hero11 Black

    15. Folding Fingers This is not a door/latch. 9. Microphone 4. Status Light Do not try to open.) 10. Removable Lens 5. Front Screen Learn how to use the accessories that came with your GoPro. Mounting Your GoPro (page 112).

  • Page 5: Setting Up Your Camera

    WARNING: Although non-GoPro batteries may fit in your Be sure your hands are clean and dry before handling your SD card. HERO11 Black, they could greatly limit your camera's Check the manufacturer’s guidelines to see your card’s acceptable performance. Use of non-GoPro batteries will also void temperature range and other important information.
  • Page 6 It takes about 3 hours for the battery to fully charge. The camera status light will turn off when it’s done. To learn more, see Battery Information (page 120). PRO TIP: For the fastest charging, use the GoPro Supercharger (sold separately).
  • Page 7 5. Unplug the cable and shut the door when charging is complete. UPDATING YOUR CAMERA’S SOFTWARE Be sure the door latch is closed and locked before using your To get the latest features and best performance from your GoPro, camera. make sure it’s using the most current software.

  • Page 8: Getting To Know Your Gopro

    2. Battery Status 3. Current Mode (Video, Photo, or Time Lapse) 4. Capture Settings WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro and its mounts and accessories. Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid injuring yourself and others. Be sure to follow all local laws including all privacy laws,...
  • Page 9 Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro Display Options USING THE REAR TOUCH SCREEN The front screen features four display options. 1. Swipe down on the rear screen to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap the to access the front screen settings.
  • Page 10 Time Lapse, and Live Streaming only). EASY CONTROLS (DEFAULT) These simplified controls make it as easy as possible to point, shoot, and get amazing results with your GoPro. Each mode is preloaded with ultra versatile capture settings that are great for most shots. Video (Default) Records 5.3K video at 30 frames per second with the Wide digital lens.
  • Page 11 SWITCHING CONTROLS Your GoPro uses the Easy Controls by default, but you can switch to the Pro Controls with just a couple of swipes and a tap. 1. Swipe down on the rear screen to access the Dashboard.
  • Page 12 4K | 30 | Wide Heads Up: The capture settings are not available when you turn your Full Frame GoPro to take portrait shots. Be sure to choose the settings you want 5.3K 8:7 | 30 | Wide before rotating your camera.
  • Page 13 Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro CUSTOMIZING THE PRESETS The on-screen instructions will give you a rundown of your options. You can change the settings in your presets with just a few taps. LENS 1. From the capture screen, you can press and hold the capture Wide (16-34mm) settings to skip straight to the settings menu.
  • Page 14 Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro RESTORING PRESETS TO THEIR ORIGINAL SETTINGS 4. Tap to save your changes and return to the presets screen. You can go back to your presets’ original settings anytime. STANDARD 1. Tap...

  • Page 15: Customizing Your Gopro

    NAVIGATING WITH THE BUTTONS CREATING YOUR OWN PRESETS Although your GoPro is waterproof, the touch screen won’t work under The perfect capture settings for a day out on the slopes may not be so water. Use the buttons and front screen to swap modes and presets.
  • Page 16 Customizing Your GoPro Customizing Your GoPro 3. Choose a preset mode. 4. Scroll down for the more advanced settings. 1.0x MODE Video PROTUNE Record stunning videos in resolutions up to 5.3K. Bit Rate Shutter EV Comp Standard Auto White Balance...
  • Page 17 Customizing Your GoPro Customizing Your GoPro 6. Choose an icon and name for your preset. DELETING YOUR PRESET 1. Tap NAME PRESET VIDEO Custom Custom 1440 | 60 | Wide Standard Bike 4K | 30 | Wide Epic Full Frame 5.3K 8:7 | 30 | Wide...
  • Page 18 Customizing Your GoPro Customizing Your GoPro SUGGESTED SETTINGS Activity Video Photo Here are some of the best modes and settings for capturing your • 4K60 4:3, Wide Lens • Time Lapse Photo favorite activities. Try them as starting points for your presets, •...
  • Page 19 Customizing Your GoPro Customizing Your GoPro PERSONALIZING YOUR ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS 3. Tap where you’d like to put your new shortcut. On-screen shortcuts give you quick one-tap access to your camera’s SHORTCUTS capture settings. Each mode has its own default shortcuts, but you can change them to the settings that you use most.

  • Page 20: Hero11 Black Power Tools

    Customizing Your GoPro HERO11 Black Power Tools Your GoPro comes with Power Tools—a full suite of smart capture 5. Tap to save your changes and return to the presets screen. settings that extend the capture options beyond simply pressing the shutter button.
  • Page 21 HERO11 Black Power Tools HERO11 Black Power Tools 2. Tap HindSight. on the rear touch screen will let you know that HindSight is on. Press the Shutter button at any time to start recording. STANDARD The indicator at the top center of the screen will turn blue when the HindSight buffer is full.
  • Page 22 You can also tap Stop HindSight at any time to cancel HindSight and save SCHEDULED CAPTURE battery power. Scheduled capture lets you set your GoPro to automatically turn itself on and capture a shot up to 24 hours in advance. It’s available for all presets.
  • Page 23 4. After setting the time, you can turn your GoPro off or continue using your camera’s other presets. Heads Up: Your GoPro will stay on after taking the shot. It will turn itself off after idling for the length of time set in Preferences.

  • Page 24: Using Quikcapture

    HERO11 Black Power Tools Using QuikCapture 3. Choose the duration for your shot. QuikCapture is the fastest and easiest way to power on your GoPro and get the shot. All it takes is the push of the Shutter button. DURATION...

  • Page 25: Adding Hilight Tags

    That’s when accidentally shooting in the wrong orientation is most likely to happen. You can also add HiLight Tags by saying, “GoPro, HiLight” when Voice Swipe down on the rear screen to access the Dashboard. Control is on and by tapping when watching your footage with 1.

  • Page 26: Recording Video

    Standard activities. It records 4K video (2.7K in Extended Battery mode) at 60 fps 4K | 30 | Wide with the SuperView digital lens. This gives your video the classic GoPro look with high-resolution, full-screen playback. CINEMATIC Captures stunning 5.3K high-resolution video (4K in Extended Battery Mode) at 30 fps.
  • Page 27 2. Use the slider to choose 1x (at 24 or 30 frames per second), 2x, 4x, Digital Lenses or 8x slow motion. Changing digital lenses on your GoPro is just like switching out the lenses on an old-school camera. They affect the field of view, the cropping, and the fisheye effect in your shot.
  • Page 28 Heads Up: Some digital lenses only work with select frame rates. 4K | 30 | Wide If needed, your GoPro will automatically adjust the frame rate when you switch lenses. 2. Use the slider to choose HyperSmooth Off, On, Boost, or AutoBoost.
  • Page 29 Recording Video Recording Video Heads Up: HyperSmooth options may vary based on the video 2. Use the slider to choose how much you want to zoom. resolution and frame rate selected. PRO TIP: HyperSmooth Boost provides ultimate video stabilization by tightly cropping the image. Turn HyperSmooth off for uncropped, unstabilized footage, or use the On or AutoBoost settings for stabilized video with a wider field of view.

  • Page 30: Video Settings

    1080 | 60 Wide High Full Frame INTERVAL (LOOPING) 5.3K 8:7 | 30 | Wide Scheduled Choose how long your GoPro records before looping back to record Capture Duration HindSight Activity 4K | 60 | SuperView No Limit over the start of the video. The default interval is 5 minutes.

  • Page 31: Taking Photos

    Video Settings Taking Photos TIMER Your GoPro has three Photo presets. Simply choose the type of photo Set up a 3- or 10-second timer for your video. you want and press the Shutter button to get the shot. All photos...
  • Page 32 Taking Photos Taking Photos ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS 1. Choose 3 seconds (great for selfies) or 10 seconds (great for The photo presets feature four default shortcuts, but you can swap group shots). them out with any shortcuts you’d like. To learn more, see Personalizing Your On-Screen Shortcuts (page 36).
  • Page 33 Output Digital lenses affect the field of view, the cropping, and the fisheye effect Your GoPro lets you decide how your photos are processed and saved. in your photo. Switch them up to see what works best for your shot.
  • Page 34 Taking Photos Taking Photos Touch Zoom 1. Tap Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. 100% 1. Tap 100% Photo Wide Photo 2. Scroll through the options on the right, and then tap the one Wide that you want.

  • Page 35: Photo Settings

    Lower Left Lower Right Upper Left • High Dynamic Range (HDR) (starting page 138) Lens Zoom Timer • RAW Format (starting page 142) SCHEDULED CAPTURE Upper Right Set when your GoPro will turn itself on and take a photo. Output Restore...

  • Page 36: Capturing Time Lapse

    Time Lapse turns long events into short, shareable videos by taking a VEHICLE LIGHT TRAILS frame of video at set intervals. Your GoPro has six Time Lapse presets. Mount your camera to a stationary object or tripod and point your All you have to do is press the Shutter button camera at moving vehicles to create stunning light trail footage .
  • Page 37 Capturing Time Lapse Capturing Time Lapse ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS 2. Scroll through the options to see a live preview of each option, The Time Lapse presets include two default shortcuts, but you can swap and then tap the one that you want. them out with any shortcuts you’d like.
  • Page 38 Capturing Time Lapse Capturing Time Lapse Touch Zoom Speed Ramp (TimeWarp) Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. Set Speed Ramp to slow your TimeWarp video down to 1x real speed (30 fps) or 0.5x half speed (60 fps). 1.

  • Page 39: Time Lapse Settings

    (10x, 15x, or 30x) for longer activities. Leave speed on for selfies and point-of-view shots) are listed in the top row. Widescreen Auto (default) to let your GoPro automatically adjust the speed based on PROTUNE 16:9 resolutions (great for cinematic shots) are in the bottom row.

  • Page 40: Live Streaming + Webcam Mode

    Use shorter intervals for quick activities and longer intervals USING YOUR GOPRO AS A WEBCAM for extended activities. Both your GoPro and computer must be set up for webcam mode before you go live. Your camera is in webcam mode by default. Connect your To learn more, see Time Lapse Interval (page 145).

  • Page 41: Exposure Control

    Exposure Control 2. You can change the exposure by dragging the brackets to any Your GoPro scans the entire scene to choose the exposure level for other area of the screen. your shot. Exposure Control lets you decide if only a section of the shot should be used to set the exposure.
  • Page 42 Exposure Control Exposure Control TURNING EXPOSURE CONTROL OFF 4. Check the screen to see if the exposure looks good. Tap Tapping the brackets on the capture screen will turn Exposure Control inside the brackets to lock in the exposure. You can also tap off and reset your camera to full-screen auto exposure.

  • Page 43: Controlling Your Gopro With Your Voice

    These commands let you switch modes on the fly. If you just recorded 1. Swipe down on the rear screen to access the Dashboard. a video, you can say, “GoPro, take a photo” to snap a photo without 2. Tap to turn Voice Control on or off.
  • Page 44 Use these commands to switch capture modes on the go. Then say, 1. Swipe down on the rear screen to access the Dashboard. “GoPro, capture” or press the Shutter button to get the shot. 2. Swipe left and tap Preferences > Voice Control > Commands.

  • Page 45: Playing Back Your Media

    Playing Back Your Media Playing Back Your Media Swipe up to see the last video, photo, or burst you took. Swipe left and Add/remove HiLight Tag right to flip through the other files on your SD card. Adjust the playback volume 00:00 / 00:00 Go to the previous or next photo in a burst or group of continuous photos...
  • Page 46 3. Tap a video or photo to see it in full-screen view. 4. Tap to select files. PRO TIP: Use the GoPro Quik app to grab still photos from videos, create short shareable videos from full-length footage, save media to 5. Tap to go back to the playback screen.

  • Page 47: Connecting To The Gopro Quik App

    CONNECTING TO THE GOPRO QUIK APP SETTING THE CONNECTION SPEED Use the GoPro Quik app to control your GoPro, share videos and photos Your GoPro is set to use the 5GHz Wi-Fi band (the fastest available) on the go, and automatically transform your footage into awesome video when connecting to other mobile devices.

  • Page 48: Transferring Your Media

    You can set up your GoPro to automatically send videos and photos Use a wired connection to transfer photos and videos from your to your phone. The GoPro Quik app will use them to create a fully GoPro to your phone faster and more reliably.
  • Page 49 Heads Up: If you have not turned on Auto Clear in Preferences, your GoPro will ask if you want to clear the media from your SD card after the Heads Up: Your original files remain on your camera even after they’ve cloud upload is complete.

  • Page 50: Setting Your Preferences

    Auto Upload. 3. Tap Off. CONNECTING TO A DIFFERENT WIRELESS NETWORK 1. Connect your camera to the GoPro Quik app. For details, Connecting to the GoPro Quik App (page 92). 2. After connecting, tap Manage Auto Upload on the app.
  • Page 51 Connect Device Default Preset Choose to connect to the GoPro Quik app or The Remote. Set the preset your GoPro captures in when you turn it on using the Mode button . This setting does not affect QuikCapture. To learn more, see Connecting to the GoPro Quik App (page 92).
  • Page 52 Time and Date Use to manually adjust the time and date. Both are automatically VOICE CONTROL updated when you connect your camera to the GoPro app. Choose your Voice Control settings and see all of the available Date Format commands.
  • Page 53 To learn more, see Setting the Screen Orientation (page 49). using the GoPro Quik app to show how fast, far, and high you were going in your videos. For more information and mobile device compatibility, Screen Saver Rear check out gopro.com/telemetry.
  • Page 54 Reset Camera Tips Battery Info See all of the camera tips from the beginning. Check your battery’s health here. Be sure to use a GoPro Enduro Battery. Factory Reset Using an older GoPro battery or non-GoPro battery could greatly limit Restore all of your camera’s settings and clear all connections.

  • Page 55: Important Messages

    Important Messages Important Messages Problems are rare, but your GoPro will let you know if anything comes up. Here are some of the messages you might see. REPAIRING YOUR FILE Your GoPro will automatically try to fix damaged files. Files can be damaged if your camera loses power while recording or if there’s...

  • Page 56: Resetting Your Camera

    This will restore all of your camera’s original settings, clear all device for 10 seconds. This will restart your camera. There will be no changes connections, and deregister your camera from your GoPro subscription. to your settings. This is useful if you’re giving your camera to a friend and want to completely reset it to its original state.

  • Page 57: Mounting Your Gopro

    Mounting Your GoPro USING THE MOUNTING FINGERS Depending on the mount you’re using, you’ll either use a mounting buckle or attach your GoPro directly to the mount itself. Using the Adhesive Mounts (page 115) for tips on using adhesive mounts.
  • Page 58 WARNING: To avoid injury, do not use a tether when mounting your camera on a helmet. Do not mount the camera directly on skis or snowboards. For more information about mounts, visit gopro.com.

  • Page 59: Removing The Door

    USING YOUR GOPRO IN + AROUND WATER Your GoPro is waterproof to 33ft (10m) with the door locked. You won’t need an additional housing before diving in. The touch screen was designed to work when wet, but you may need to wipe it off if it has trouble sensing your commands.

  • Page 60: Maintenance

    • Before closing the door, be sure the seal is free of debris. Use a cloth to clean the seal if needed. • Make sure your GoPro is dry and clean before opening the door. Rinse your camera with fresh water and dry it with a cloth if needed.

  • Page 61: Battery Information

    BATTERY STORAGE + HANDLING adapter, the GoPro Supercharger, or other external power source. Your GoPro is full of sensitive components, including the battery. This is perfect for capturing long videos and time lapse events. Avoid exposing your camera to very hot or cold temperatures. Extreme temperatures may temporarily shorten battery life or cause your camera Be careful not to touch the area near the SD card slot when recording.
  • Page 62 WARNING: Only use GoPro replacement batteries, power cables, and battery charging accessories or devices with your camera. Using an older GoPro battery or non-GoPro battery could greatly limit your camera’s performance, will void your warranty, and may cause fire, electric shock or other safety...

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Can be used to grab 15.8MP stills • The computer doesn’t work with HEVC files. Try downloading the from your video. latest version of the GoPro Player for Mac ® or Windows ® for free at gopro.com/apps. Ultra high-resolution video that captures more •...
  • Page 64 Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video FRAMES PER SECOND (FPS) Video Resolution Description Frames per second refers to the number of frames captured in each second of video. Higher fps values (60, 120, or 240) are better at Ultra HD video in the extra tall and wide 8:7 capturing fast-action shots.
  • Page 65 Our tallest and widest field of view in ultra immersive 16:9 video. footage to create high-resolution punchouts of the action in any aspect ratio, while cropping out the rest of the shot using the GoPro Quik app or HyperView Heads Up: HyperView stretches 8:7 footage to fit other editing software.
  • Page 66 Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video HIGHEST QUALITY VIDEO MODE Video Here’s a full rundown of your camera’s video resolutions, frame rates Digital Screen Aspect Resolution (60Hz/ (fps), digital lenses, and aspect ratios in Highest Quality video mode. Lenses Resolution Ratio (RES) 50Hz)*...
  • Page 67 If heat’s a problem, try recording shorter videos. Also limit use 5.3K SuperView, 5312x2988 16:9 24/24 of features that take a lot of power, such as the GoPro Quik app. Wide, Linear The Remote (sold separately) can control your GoPro while using HyperView, less energy. 60/50...
  • Page 68 Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video Horizon Lock Video Resolution Digital Aspect Horizon Lock keeps your footage locked and steady (on the horizontal or (RES) (60Hz/50Hz) Lens Ratio vertical axis) even if your camera rotates a full 360° while recording. It's available when recording 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratio footage using most 60/50 Linear + Horizon...

  • Page 69: Tech Specs: Photo

    27MP photos in the 8:7 aspect ratio. This ultra immersive format footage. This makes it perfect for biking, skating, skiing, handheld shots, is the tallest and widest field of view ever on a GoPro HERO camera. The and more. Your GoPro has four HyperSmooth settings: added height makes it perfect for creating extra-tall 9:16 vertical shots or any other size you need for any social media platform.
  • Page 70 Tech Specs: Photo Tech Specs: Photo SUPERPHOTO SuperPhoto automatically analyzes the scene and intelligently applies High Dynamic Range (HDR) is one of the image-processing techniques the best image processing for the shot. SuperPhoto uses to enhance your shots. It combines multiple shots into a single photo with better results than ever.
  • Page 71 Tech Specs: Photo Tech Specs: Photo SHUTTER SPEED (NIGHT + NIGHT LAPSE PHOTO) DIGITAL LENSES (PHOTO) Shutter speed lets you decide how long your camera’s shutter stays Digital lenses let you choose how much of the scene is captured by your open in Night and Night Lapse Photo modes.

  • Page 72: Tech Specs: Time Lapse

    When this setting is turned on, all photos are saved as a .jpg image You can increase TimeWarp video speed up to 30x to turn longer (for viewing on your camera or sharing with the GoPro Quik app) activities into shareable moments. The default setting is Auto, and a .gpr file.
  • Page 73 Art projects or other lengthy activities. VIDEO RESOLUTION (TIMEWARP, TIME LAPSE VIDEO) 1 minute–1 hour Construction work or other activities that take HERO11 Black shoots TimeWarp and Time Lapse video in four place over a very long period of time. resolutions: Resolution Aspect Ratio 5.3K...
  • Page 74 Use this chart to determine the length of your videos. Choose how often your GoPro snaps a shot in Night Lapse mode. Night Lapse intervals are Auto; 4, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 30 seconds; and 1, 2, 5, 30,...

  • Page 75: Tech Specs: Protune

    Protune unlocks your camera’s full creative potential by giving you manual control of advanced settings, including Color, White Balance, Choose how often your GoPro snaps a shot in Night Lapse mode. Night and Shutter Speed. It’s compatible with professional color correction Lapse intervals are Auto;...
  • Page 76 PRO TIP: To lock the ISO at a specific value, set ISO Minimum and ISO Maximum to the same values. You can also choose Auto to let your GoPro set the White Balance or the Native setting to create a minimally color-corrected file that allows...
  • Page 77 Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune SHUTTER EXPOSURE VALUE COMPENSATION (EV COMP) The Protune Shutter setting only applies to the Video and Photo modes. Exposure Value Compensation affects the brightness of your photos and This setting determines how long the shutter stays open. Scroll between videos.
  • Page 78 Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune SHARPNESS RAW AUDIO Sharpness controls the quality of details captured in your video footage This setting creates a separate .wav file for your video, in addition to or photos. Options for this setting are High, Medium (default), and Low. the standard .mp4 audio track.

  • Page 79: Customer Support

    Customer Support WIND-NOISE REDUCTION GoPro is dedicated to providing the best possible service. Your HERO11 Black uses three microphones to capture sound while To reach GoPro Customer Support, visit gopro.com/help. recording video. You can customize how they’re used based on conditions where you’re shooting and the type of sound you want...

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