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  • Page 2 Check Out the OOBE @GoPro pinterest.com/GoPro That’s short for “Out-of-Box Experience.” It’s our mobile- friendly site that will help you get started with your GoPro right out of the box—from setup and recording to automatic highlight videos and saving your media. gopro.com/OOBE...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Getting the Shot Important Messages HiLight Tags Resetting Your Camera Screen Orientation Mounting Your GoPro Using Easy Controls Using Your GoPro in + Around Water Using Pro Controls Removing the Door Pro Control Presets + Shortcuts Maintenance Recording Video Battery Information...

  • Page 4: Meet Hero13 Black

    Connection Point 4. Status Light (Magnetic Latch Mount 13. Speaker 5. Front Screen sold separately.) 14. Folding Fingers 6. microSD™ Card Slot 7. Battery Learn how to use the accessories that came with your GoPro. Mounting Your GoPro (page 97).

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    HERO13 Black, they could greatly limit your camera's Heads Up: SD cards can degrade over time and affect your camera’s performance. Use of non-GoPro batteries will also void your warranty and may cause fire, electric shock, or other safety risks.
  • Page 6 SD CARD + BATTERY SETUP 3. Insert the battery. 1. Make sure your GoPro is dry and clean before opening the door. Unlock the door latch and flip the door open. 4. Connect your camera to a USB charger or computer using the included USB-C cable.
  • Page 7 1. Download the app to your phone from the Apple App Store ™ Google Play 2. Make sure you have internet access, then turn on your GoPro by pressing the Mode button 3. Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to complete the update. Updating Manually 1.

  • Page 8: Getting To Know Your Gopro

    Screen Off might interfere with your shot. This setting also maximizes battery life. 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: Capture Modes

    Access your camera’s Dashboard. Captures your adventure in high-quality video. Photo Your GoPro captures 27MP photos using the ultra versatile 8:7 aspect ratio. Swipe Up from the Bottom of the Screen Time Lapse See the last photo or video you captured Time Lapse turns long events into short, shareable videos by taking a and access the Media Gallery.

  • Page 10: Getting The Shot

    Recording Video (page 39). RECORDING WITH QUIKCAPTURE QuikCapture is the fastest and easiest way to power on your GoPro Turning Off QuikCapture and get the shot. All it takes is the push of the Shutter button. QuikCapture is on by default, but you can turn it off.

  • Page 11: Hilight Tags

    Swipe down on the rear screen to access the Dashboard. You can also add HiLight Tags by saying, “GoPro, HiLight” when Voice 1. Turn your camera to the orientation you want. Control is on and by tapping when watching your footage with 2.

  • Page 12: Using Easy Controls

    3. Current Mode (Video, Photo, or Time Lapse) Heads Up: The capture settings are not available when you turn your 4. Capture Setting GoPro to take portrait shots. Be sure to choose the settings you want before rotating your camera. PRO TIP: Press the Mode button to quickly jump back to this screen from almost anywhere.

  • Page 13: Changing Modes

    Using Easy Controls Using Easy Controls 3. Use the slider to choose from the available options. CHANGING MODES 1. Using the rear touch screen, swipe left or right to the mode VIDEO MODE that you want. Standard Record stunning video in resolutions up to 5.3K.

  • Page 14: Photo Mode Options

    Using Easy Controls Using Easy Controls TIME LAPSE MODE OPTIONS PHOTO MODE OPTIONS There are 4 Time Lapse capture options. Tap the center button You have 3 capture options in Photo mode. Tap the center button to switch between them. Each works by pressing the Shutter button to switch between them.
  • Page 15 1. Tap the shortcut of the setting that you want to adjust. Speed (Video) Set your GoPro to capture video at normal speed (1x), 2x slo-mo, 4x 9H:59 100% slo-mo, or 8x slo-mo. All videos recorded in 2x slo-mo and above can be played back in slow motion or normal speed.

  • Page 16: Using Pro Controls

    . Use it to set up a selfie, group shot, and more. Video 16:9 | 4K | 60 | W Interval (Photo) Set up Interval Photo and choose how often your GoPro takes a photo— 1. Recording Time/Photos Remaining from a 0.5-second to 120-second interval. 2. Battery Status...
  • Page 17 5. Battery Status SWITCHING CONTROLS Your GoPro uses the Easy Controls by default, but you can switch to Heads Up: The capture settings are not available when you turn your the Pro Controls with just a couple of swipes and a tap.

  • Page 18: Pro Control Presets + Shortcuts

    Pro Control Presets + Shortcuts Pro Control Presets + Shortcuts CHANGING PRESETS HIDING + REORDERING PRESETS Each capture mode has presets that make it easy to switch back You can manage presets by hiding those you aren’t currently using and and forth between the best mode and settings for your shot.
  • Page 19 3. Tap the setting that you’d like to adjust. 4. Use the slider to adjust the setting. PRO TIP: You can also use the GoPro Quik app to give your new preset Heads Up: The override only affects the presets that you adjusted.

  • Page 20: Recording Video

    Pro Control Presets + Shortcuts Recording Video PERSONALIZING ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS Pro Control Video features 2 presets. They let you capture high-quality standard video or capture short video clips in extreme slow motion. On-screen shortcuts give you quick one-tap access to your camera’s capture settings.

  • Page 21: On-Screen Shortcuts

    “save as” to save the + Horizon Lock/Leveling, SuperView, or HyperView lens. Some changes as a new preset. lenses only work with select frame rates. If needed, your GoPro will automatically adjust the frame rate when you switch lenses. VIDEO PRO TIP: Use the Linear + Horizon Lock/Leveling digital lenses to give Profile:...
  • Page 22 Digital Lenses (Video) (page 118) • HyperSmooth Video Stabilization (page 124) Interval (Looping Video) Choose how long your GoPro records before looping back to record • Burst Slo-Mo (page 125) over the start of the video. The default interval is 5 minutes.

  • Page 23: Looping Video

    The photo presets feature 4 default shortcuts, but you can swap You can set your GoPro to record 5- (default), 20-, 60-, or 120-minute them out with any shortcuts you’d like.

  • Page 24: Capture Settings

    ADJUSTING SETTINGS Interval (Photo) You can access and adjust the photo settings by tapping the settings Set up Interval Photo and choose how often your GoPro takes a photo— shortcut from a 0.5-second to 120-second interval. Tap to make any changes that you’d like. You can tap...
  • Page 25 Taking Photos Taking Photos Timer PROTUNE Set up a timer to take a photo 3 or 10 seconds after you press the You can find Protune settings under the Capture settings. Protune Shutter button gives you manual control of advanced settings, including Color, ISO Limit, and Exposure.

  • Page 26: Capturing Time Lapse

    129). Star Trails Framing Mount your GoPro to a stationary object and point it at the night sky to Set your GoPro to capture widescreen (16:9 aspect ratio), vertical (9:16 capture trails of light across the sky. aspect ratio), or full frame (8:7 aspect ratio) footage.
  • Page 27 TIMEWARP detection, and lighting. To learn more, see TimeWarp Video Speed (page 131). Profile: Standard Scheduled Capture Set your GoPro to automatically turn itself on and start recording. Framing: 16:9 9:16 To learn more, see Scheduled Capture (page 61). Resolution: Duration Choose how long your camera records before automatically stopping.
  • Page 28 Capturing Time Lapse Capturing Time Lapse Trail Length (Star Trails, Light Painting, Vehicle Light Trails) PROTUNE Set the length of the light trails when using the night effects presets. You can find Protune settings under the Capture settings. Protune Choose Max for continuous trails with no breaks, long trails, or short trails. gives you manual control of advanced settings, including Bit Depth, White Balance, ISO, and more.

  • Page 29: Live Streaming + Webcam Mode

    Try it when your hands are busy with handlebars, ski poles, tow ropes, and more. You can also attach For complete step-by-step instructions, your camera to a GoPro backpack strap to get a complete series of visit gopro.com/live-stream-setup. photos when you're hiking or exploring new locales.
  • Page 30 Power Tools Power Tools HINDSIGHT Using HindSight HindSight is a powerful feature that can capture up to 30 seconds of Press the Shutter button at any time to start recording. The indicator video before you press the Shutter button. This lets you record key at the top center of the screen will turn blue when the HindSight buffer moments even after they happen.
  • Page 31 Heads Up: Duration capture sets how long your GoPro will record. Heads Up: Your GoPro will stay on after taking the shot. It will turn The length of your final video will vary based on the mode you’re using.

  • Page 32: Exposure Control

    Exposure Control Exposure Control Your GoPro scans the entire scene to choose the exposure level for 2. You can change the exposure by dragging the brackets to any your shot. Exposure Control lets you decide if only a section of the other area of the screen.
  • Page 33 Exposure Control Exposure Control 4. Check the screen to see if the exposure looks good. Tap inside TURNING EXPOSURE CONTROL OFF the brackets to lock in the exposure. A will appear inside the Tapping the brackets on the capture screen will turn Exposure Control brackets to confirm that the exposure is locked.

  • Page 34: Using Voice Control

    “GoPro, capture” or press the Shutter button to get the shot. is set to or switch modes. For example, if you just recorded a video, you can say “GoPro, take a photo” to snap a photo without manually Mode Command Description switching modes.

  • Page 35: Pairing Your Gopro To Other Devices

    Tap the tile to see a list of paired devices or add a new one. 3. Your GoPro will find all available devices. Tap the one you want to pair. After pairing the first time, your GoPro and the device will wirelessly connect automatically when both are on with Bluetooth®...

  • Page 36: Time Code Sync

    Time Code Sync Playing Back Your Media Timecode sync is available through the GoPro Quik app. This lets you Swipe up to see the last video, photo, or burst you took. Swipe left and sync the date and time on multiple HERO13 Black cameras for easier right to flip through the other files on your SD card.
  • Page 37 Playing Back Your Media Playing Back Your Media Use a slider to scan through your videos, bursts, MEDIA and time lapse photos Add/remove HiLight Tag 00:10 Adjust the playback volume Go to the previous or next photo in a burst or group of continuous photos Heads Up: The playback options will vary based on the type of media USING GALLERY VIEW...

  • Page 38: Connecting To The Gopro Quik App

    To learn more, see Saving Your Media (starting page 77). Your GoPro is set to use the 5GHz Wi-Fi band (the fastest available) when connecting to other mobile devices. PRO TIP: Use the GoPro Quik app to grab still photos from videos, create short shareable videos from full-length footage, save media to Change the Wi-Fi band to 2.4GHz if your device or region does not...

  • Page 39: Automatic Highlight Videos

    Have highlight videos of your adventures sent to your phone 1. Subscribe to GoPro at gopro.com/subscribe or through automatically. All you have to do is sign up for a GoPro Premium or the GoPro Quik app. Premium+ subscription and connect your camera to your Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 40 Saving Your Media ACCESSING YOUR CLOUD MEDIA SAVING TO YOUR PHONE WIRELESSLY Wirelessly save your photos and videos to the GoPro Quik app for easy 1. Open the GoPro Quik app on your device. access and sharing on your phone.

  • Page 41: Deleting Your Media

    GoPro cloud or not. • Delete the other data on your SD card. Your GoPro will always verify whether or not you want to delete the media before it permanently deletes it from your SD card.

  • Page 42: Deleting Individual Files

    GoPro App 06:00 PM Use the GoPro Quik app to see a gallery view of the media on your SD card. From there you can easily tap to select the files to delete. 1. Open the GoPro Quik app and tap to access your GoPro.

  • Page 43: Sd Card Status

    • The white bar shows the amount of media on your SD card that hasn't been uploaded to the GoPro cloud. • The gray bar represents any other data on your SD card that your GoPro doesn't use and recognize (this data is not backed up to the GoPro cloud).
  • Page 44 With your camera in landscape orientation, swipe down on the rear Auto Upload screen to access the Dashboard, and then swipe left to add devices, Set up and turn on auto upload to the cloud with your GoPro change controls, and access preferences. subscription.

  • Page 45: Voice Control

    Set the volume for your camera's sounds and alerts. Default Preset External Mics Set the preset your GoPro captures in when you turn it on using the Choose the type of wired microphone you're using with your GoPro. If Mode button .
  • Page 46 Heads Up: The camera buttons and Voice Control still work even Date when the screen is off. Use to manually adjust the date. The date is automatically updated when you connect your camera to the GoPro Quik app. Brightness Use the slider to adjust your screen’s brightness. Time Use to manually adjust the time.

  • Page 47: Important Messages

    Setting Your Preferences Important Messages Problems are rare, but your GoPro will let you know if anything comes Battery Info Check your battery’s health here. Be sure to use a GoPro Enduro battery up. Here are some of the messages you might see.

  • Page 48: Resetting Your Camera

    REPAIRING YOUR FILE for 10 seconds. This will restart your camera. There will be no changes Your GoPro will automatically try to fix damaged files. Files can be to your settings. damaged if your camera loses power while recording or if there’s RESTORE PRESETS TO THE DEFAULTS a problem saving the file.

  • Page 49: Restoring Factory Settings

    RESTORING FACTORY SETTINGS This will restore all of your camera’s original settings, clear all device connections, and deregister your camera from your GoPro subscription. This is useful if you’re giving your camera to a friend and want to completely reset it to its original state.
  • Page 50 GoPro mounts when you need durable mounting during high-vibration activities and in rough conditions. 1/4-20 MOUNTING In addition to the mounting fingers, your GoPro has 1/4-20 mounting threads. This makes it compatible with most standard camera mounts and accessories. WARNING: Your GoPro could become loose or be dislodged when used with 1/4-20 mounts under extreme conditions.
  • Page 51 Check to see that Powerful magnets help line up your GoPro so all you have to do is snap your helmet’s in good condition, and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions on safe use.

  • Page 52: Using Your Gopro In + Around Water

    USING YOUR GOPRO IN + AROUND WATER There might be times when you need to remove your camera’s door. Your GoPro is waterproof to 33ft (10m) with the door locked. You won’t NOTE: Only remove the door in a dry, dust-free environment.

  • Page 53: 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 54: Battery Information

    CHARGING THROUGH THE DOOR Here are some things you can do to maximize battery life: GoPro has 2 solutions that let you conveniently power your camera through long capture sessions or charge your battery while keeping the • Capture video at lower frame rates and resolutions.

  • Page 55: Battery Disposal

    WARNING: Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred, microwave, incinerate, or paint your Your GoPro is full of sensitive components, including the battery. camera or battery. Do not insert foreign objects into any Avoid exposing your camera to very hot or cold temperatures.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Dashboard, swiping left, and then tapping Preferences > • The computer doesn’t work with HEVC files. Try downloading the About > Camera Info. latest version of the GoPro Player for Mac ® or Windows ® for free at gopro.com/apps. I CAN’T FIND MY GOPRO •...

  • Page 57: Tech Specs: Video

    STANDARD, HDR, HLG HDR + LOG VIDEO There are 3 recording options in Video mode. Each works by pressing the Your GoPro gives you the option to record standard, HDR, HLG HDR or Shutter button to start recording, and then pressing it again to stop.
  • Page 58 Framing refers to the width and height of an image. It’s also referred to Video resolution refers to the level of detail in each frame of video. The as aspect ratio. Your GoPro captures videos in 4 aspect ratios. higher the resolution, the better the image quality. A 5.3K video features 91% more resolution than 4K video and 665% more than 1080p.
  • Page 59 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 with an extra-tall 9:16 aspect capturing fast-action shots.
  • Page 60 Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video DIGITAL LENSES (VIDEO) Digital Lens Description Digital lenses let you choose how much of the scene is captured by your camera. The different lenses also affect the zoom level and the Wide field of view without the fisheye effect of fisheye effect in your shot.

  • Page 61: Video Settings

    Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video VIDEO SETTINGS Video Digital Screen Aspect Here’s a full rundown of your camera’s video resolutions, frame rates Resolution (60Hz/ (fps), digital lenses, and aspect ratios in Highest Quality video mode. Lenses Resolution Ratio (RES) 50Hz)* 60/50 Video...
  • Page 62 If heat’s a problem, try recording shorter videos. Also limit use of vertical axis) even if your camera rotates a full 360° while recording. It's features that take a lot of power, such as the GoPro Quik app. The available when recording 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratio footage using most Remote (sold separately) can control your GoPro while using less frame rates at each resolution.
  • Page 63 400 frames per second. This lets you slow the action footage. This makes it perfect for biking, skating, skiing, handheld down to 13x normal speed on playback. Your GoPro gives you 3 Burst shots, and more. Your GoPro has 3 HyperSmooth settings: Slo-Mo options.

  • Page 64: Tech Specs: Photo

    27MP photos in the 8:7 aspect ratio. This ultra immersive digital distortion (noise). format is the tallest and widest field of view ever on a GoPro HERO Standard Photo camera. The added height makes it perfect for creating extra-tall 9:16 Includes Local Tone Mapping, which enhances photos by boosting the vertical shots or any other size you need for any social media platform.
  • Page 65 Tech Specs: Photo Tech Specs: Photo INTERVAL (INTERVAL PHOTO) BURST RATE Interval sets how often your camera takes a photo while using Interval Capture fast-action scenes with one of these high-speed settings: Photo. You can choose an interval of 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 30, 60, or 120 •...

  • Page 66: Raw Format

    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 67: Time Lapse Settings

    Tech Specs: Time Lapse Tech Specs: Time Lapse SPEED RAMP (TIMEWARP) TIME LAPSE SETTINGS Speed Ramp works by cranking down your TimeWarp from the speed Here's a full rundown of your camera's time lapse available resolutions, you selected for your video to 30 frames per second (real speed). digital lenses, and aspect ratios.

  • Page 68: Time Lapse Interval

    Tech Specs: Time Lapse Tech Specs: Time Lapse TIME LAPSE INTERVAL TIME LAPSE VIDEO RECORDING TIME The Interval sets how often your camera takes a shot in Time Lapse Use this chart to determine the length of your videos. video and Time Lapse photo modes. Interval Recording Time Video Length...

  • Page 69: Tech Specs: Protune

    NIGHT LAPSE INTERVAL Protune unlocks your camera’s full creative potential by giving you Choose how often your GoPro snaps a shot in Night Lapse mode. Night manual control of advanced settings, including Color, White Balance, Lapse intervals are Auto; 4, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 30 seconds; and 1, 2, 5, and Shutter Speed.

  • Page 70: Bit Depth

    Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune BIT DEPTH BIT RATE Choose between capturing 8-bit or 10-bit video. Capable of displaying Bit rate determines the amount of data used to record a second of over 1 billion colors, 10-bit color delivers enhanced color depth, video.

  • Page 71: White Balance

    You can also choose Auto to let your GoPro set the White Balance or EXPOSURE VALUE COMPENSATION (EV COMP) Exposure Value Compensation affects the brightness of your photos and the Native setting to create a minimally color-corrected file that allows videos.
  • Page 72 Digital noise can be the result of lighting conditions in the scene and other factors that show up as distortion and discoloration in 1600 3200 6400 your footage. You can set your GoPro denoise level to Low, Medium, or High. Darker image Brighter image Lower image noise...

  • Page 73: Tech Specs: Audio

    Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Audio COLOR RAW AUDIO Color lets you adjust the color profile of your videos or photos. Scroll This setting creates a separate .wav file for your video, in addition to between the options to see a live preview of each setting, and then tap the standard .mp4 audio track.

  • Page 74: Audio Tuning

    (and water) noise. Use to filter out excessive wind noise or when your GoPro is mounted on a moving vehicle. Use when wind will not affect sound quality and you want to ensure that your GoPro is recording in stereo.

  • Page 75: Customer Support

    Trademarks GoPro, HERO and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc. in the United States and other countries. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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