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Join the GoPro Movement facebook.com/GoPro youtube.com/GoPro twitter.com/GoPro instagram.com/GoPro...
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Capturing the Action Customer Support Exposure Control Trademarks Connecting to an External Microphone HEVC Advance Notice Controlling Your GoPro with Your Voice Regulatory Information Playing Back Your Media Using Your Camera with an HDTV Connecting to Other Devices Transferring Your Media...
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8. Micro HDMI Port 12. Battery 3. Status Screen (cable not included) 13. microSD Card Slot 4. Microphone 9. Touch Screen 14. Battery Door 5. Side Door Learn how to use the accessories that came with your GoPro. Mounting Your GoPro (page 75).
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• Class 10 or UHS-I rating • Capacity up to 256GB For a list of recommended microSD cards, visit gopro.com/microsdcards. Heads Up: Be sure your hands are clean and dry before handling your SD card. Check the manufacturer’s guidelines to see your card’s acceptable temperature range and other important information.
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It takes about 2 hours for the battery to fully charge. The camera status light will turn off when it’s done. To learn more, see Battery 2. Insert the battery, then close the door. Information (page 84). PRO TIP: For the fastest charging, use the GoPro Supercharger (sold separately).
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Getting to Know Your GoPro UPDATING YOUR CAMERA’S SOFTWARE POWERING ON To get the latest features and best performance from your GoPro, Press the Mode button to turn on your HERO7 Black. make sure it’s using the most current software.
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CAMERA ORIENTATION Your GoPro has three main capture modes. Your GoPro can easily switch between landscape and portrait shots. It also captures videos and photos right-side up even if it’s mounted upside down. The touch screen menu will automatically adjust and your media will play back right-side up.
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See your videos and photos in the Media Gallery. 6. Battery Status 7. Touch Zoom Heads Up: The settings menu is not available when you turn your GoPro to take portrait shots. Adjust those settings before rotating your camera. Press and Hold...
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Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro USING THE SHUTTER BUTTON 3. Choose a capture mode from the list. 1. Press the Shutter button to start recording. 2. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording (Video, Time Lapse, and Live Streaming only).
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RESOLUTION Standard Stabilization 1440 2.7K 1440 Heads Up: The settings menu is not available when you turn your GoPro for portrait shots. Adjust the settings before rotating your camera.
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Using QuikCapture Using QuikCapture QuikCapture is the fastest and easiest way to power on your GoPro TAKING TIME LAPSE PHOTOS WITH QUIKCAPTURE and get the shot. All it takes is the push of a single button. 1. With your camera off, press and hold the Shutter button until your camera turns on (about 3 seconds).
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Use it when you’re waiting for something to happen (like fishing) or when nothing may happen (like a dashcam). You can also add HiLight Tags using the GoPro app or saying “GoPro Here’s how it works: HiLight” when Voice Control is on.
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HERO7 Black can shoot short video clips that are quick and easy to save circling your screen to show you how much time is left in your clip. on your phone and share on social media. They’re also perfect for creating QuikStories with the GoPro app. 1. From the Video screen, tap 1H:55...
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Recording Video Video Settings USING TOUCH ZOOM Tap the settings to adjust the video resolution, frame rate, and more. Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. 1. From the Video screen, tap VIDEO SETTINGS 1H:55 100% 100% RES | FPS Low Light...
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Heads Up: Available fields of view will vary based on the resolution and INTERVAL (LOOPING) frame rate you select. Choose how long your GoPro records before looping back to record over To learn more, see Field of View (Video) (page 93).
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Taking Photos Taking Photos Your GoPro has three Photo capture modes: Photo, Burst, and Night. SETTING UP THE PHOTO TIMER All photos are captured at 12MP. Each mode has its own settings. Use the Timer to set up a selfie, group shot, and more.
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Taking Photos Taking Photos USING TOUCH ZOOM 3. Press the Shutter button . Your camera will start the countdown. Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. It will also beep and the front status light will blink. Both will speed up as the time winds down before snapping the photo.
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Photo Settings Photo Settings Tap the settings to adjust the field of view, turn SuperPhoto on, and more. PROTUNE Manually control the settings in all three Photo capture modes—Photo, Burst, and Night. To learn more, see Protune (page 112). PHOTO SETTINGS 999+ 100% 100%...
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Capturing Time Lapse Time Lapse Settings Your GoPro has four Time Lapse capture modes: TimeWarp Video, Time Tap the settings to adjust the video resolution, field of view, and more. Lapse Video, Time Lapse Photo, and Night Lapse Photo. Each mode has its own settings.
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SETTING UP A LIVE STREAM Choose how often your camera captures a frame of video or takes a 1. Connect to the GoPro app. For details, see Connecting to the GoPro photo. Use shorter intervals for quick activities and longer intervals (page 58).
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(5-second interval), • 1080p240, Wide FOV Wide FOV Point-of-view (POV) shots are those taken from your point of view. Non-POV shots are those taken from a different perspective (like when your GoPro is mounted on a ski pole or surfboard).
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Exposure Control Exposure Control HERO7 Black scans the entire scene to choose the exposure level for your SETTING EXPOSURE CONTROL USING LOCKED EXPOSURE shot. Exposure Control lets you decide if only a section of the shot should With this option, your camera locks the exposure until you cancel it. be used to set the exposure.
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1. Connect the microphone to your camera’s USB-C port using modes or restart your camera. It can also be turned off manually. the GoPro Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter (sold separately). 1. Press the touch screen until a square appears in the middle.
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These commands let you switch modes on the fly. If you just recorded a 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. video, you can say “GoPro take a photo” to snap a photo without manually 2. Tap to turn Voice Control on or off.
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TURNING ON YOUR GOPRO WITH YOUR VOICE Use these commands to switch capture modes on the go. Then say, With this setting, your GoPro will turn on and respond to voice commands “GoPro Capture” or press the Shutter button to get the shot.
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Playing Back Your Media Playing Back Your Media Swipe up to see the last video, photo or burst you took. Swipe left and Adjust the playback volume right to flip through the other files on your SD card. Go to the previous or next photo in a burst or group of continuous photos 00:00 / 00:00 00:01 / 00:30...
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2. Use the controls on the app to play back, edit, and share your videos and photos. MEDIA (34) PRO TIP: Use the GoPro app to grab still photos from videos, create short shareable videos from full-length footage, save media to your phone, and more.
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Using Your Camera With an HDTV Using Your Camera With an HDTV SEE YOUR VIDEOS + PHOTOS ON AN HDTV CAPTURING VIDEO + PHOTOS WHILE CONNECTED TO AN HDTV Put them up on the big screen for everyone to see. This option lets you see the live preview from your camera when it’s 1.
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To learn more, see Creating a QuikStory (page 60). Your GoPro is set to use the 5GHz Wi-Fi band (the fastest available) when connecting to other mobile devices. After the First Time After you’ve connected once, you can start connecting through your Change the Wi-Fi band to 2.4GHz if your device or region does not...
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CREATING A QUIKSTORY TRANSFERRING YOUR MEDIA TO A COMPUTER You can set up your GoPro to automatically send videos and photos You can copy your videos and photos to a computer for playback to your phone. The GoPro app will use them to create QuikStories—...
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(Your GoPro must still be connected to a power outlet.) 1. Subscribe to GoPro Plus: 1. Subscribe to GoPro Plus. a. Download the GoPro app to your device from the Apple App 2. Connect your camera to a power outlet. Store or Google Play.
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Manage your Auto Upload settings, set up your wireless network, Voice Control and more. 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. Camera Beeps 2. Tap Preferences > GoPro Plus. QuikCapture Heads Up: GoPro Plus will be available in your Preferences after you’ve signed up. Screen Lock...
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Dashboard. GPS is unavailable (gray) Default Mode Set the mode your GoPro captures in when you turn it on using the Camera is connected to the GoPro app (white) Mode button . This setting does not affect QuikCapture.
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Turn on GPS to track your speed, distance, and more. Add performance when you connect your camera to the GoPro app or Quik desktop app. stickers in the GoPro app to show how fast, far, and high you were going Date Format in your videos.
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Customizing Your GoPro Important Messages Problems are rare, but HERO7 Black will let you know if anything comes up. Here are some of the messages you might see. INPUT/OUTPUT Set up how you want to use your camera’s HDMI output and find the right setting for your external microphone.
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Important Messages Resetting Your Camera RESTARTING YOUR GOPRO If your camera is not responding, press and hold the Mode button FILE REPAIR for 10 seconds. This will restart your camera. There will be no changes HERO7 Black will automatically try to fix damaged files. Files can be to your settings.
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RESTORING FACTORY SETTINGS This will restore all of your camera’s original settings, clear all device connections, and deregister your camera from GoPro Plus. This is useful if you’re giving your camera to a friend and want to completely reset it to its original state.
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USING THE FRAME ATTACHING YOUR CAMERA TO MOUNTS The Frame is used to attach your camera to GoPro mounts. Once your camera’s in The Frame, you’re ready to mount. Depending on the mount you’re using, you’ll either use a mounting buckle or attach 1.
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Always comply with regulations that restrict the use of consumer electronics or cameras. 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.
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WARNING: Always use a helmet that meets applicable safety This can include when you want to charge it while it’s in The Frame. standards if you’re using a GoPro helmet mount or strap. Choose the right helmet for your sport or activity, and make sure that it’s the right size and fit for you.
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• 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.
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USB-charging adapter, Do not make any unauthorized alterations to your camera. Doing so may the GoPro Supercharger, another GoPro charger, or the GoPro Portable compromise safety, regulatory compliance, performance, and may void Power Pack.
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• The computer doesn’t work with HEVC files. Try downloading the Many regions’ laws that require battery recycling. Check your local laws to latest version of the Quik desktop app for free at gopro.com/apps. make sure that you can dispose of rechargeable batteries in your regular •...
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Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video VIDEO RESOLUTION (RES) Video Resolution Best Use Video resolution refers to the number of horizontal lines used in each frame of video. A 1080p video is made up of 1080 horizontal lines, each Tall 4:3 aspect ratio fits more into the frame than with a width of 1920 pixels.
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Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video This chart compares the frame size of each resolution: FRAMES PER SECOND (FPS) Frames per second refers to the number of frames captured in each 4K 4:3 second of video. Higher fps values (60, 120 or 240) are better at capturing fast-action shots.
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Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video ASPECT RATIO FIELD OF VIEW (VIDEO) Aspect ratio refers to the width and height of an image. HERO7 Black The field of view refers to how much of the scene is captured by your captures videos and photos in two aspect ratios.
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Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video HERO7 BLACK VIDEO SETTINGS Video Here’s a rundown of your camera’s video resolutions along with available Screen Aspect Resolution (NTSC/ fps, FOV, and aspect ratio for each. Resolution Ratio (RES) PAL) 1440p 120/100 Wide 1920x1440 Video Screen...
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If heat’s a problem, try recording shorter videos. Also limit use of features Heads Up: Stabilization may be disabled when shooting in extremely cold that take a lot of power, like the GoPro app. The GoPro Smart Remote temperatures (32 °...
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Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video HyperSmooth Video Stabilization Standard Video Stabilization HyperSmooth delivers ultra smooth professional footage by accurately These settings offer standard-level stabilization—the best possible for predicting your movements and correcting for camera shake. the following resolutions at higher frame rates: HyperSmooth is available in the following resolutions and settings: Video Screen...
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240/200 Wide 1920x1080 16:9 LOOPING INTERVAL You can set your GoPro to record 5 (default), 20, 60, or 120 minute loops. 960p 240/200 Wide 1280x960 It can also be set to MAX, which will record until your SD card is full before looping back to record over the start of the video.
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High Dynamic Range (HDR) is one of the image-processing techniques the details in scenes that mix bright light and shadows. SuperPhoto uses to enhance your shot. You can set your GoPro to use HDR every time you take a photo.
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PRO TIP: To reduce blur when using Night and Night Lapse Photo, viewing on your camera or sharing with the GoPro app) and a .gpr file. mount your camera on a tripod or place it on a stable surface where it The .gpr file is based on the Adobe .dng format.
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Tech Specs: Photo Tech Specs: Time Lapse In Photo mode, RAW Format is available for Photo, Night, Time Lapse TIMEWARP VIDEO SPEED Photo, and Night Lapse Photo, with these exceptions: You can increase TimeWarp Video speed up to 30x to turn longer activities into shareable moments.
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Tech Specs: Time Lapse Tech Specs: Time Lapse VIDEO RESOLUTION (TIMEWARP + TIME LAPSE VIDEO) TIME LAPSE INTERVAL HERO7 Black shoots TimeWarp and Time Lapse Video in four resolutions. The Interval sets how often your camera takes a shot in Time Lapse Video The default settings are 4K with a 16:9 aspect ratio and Wide field of view.
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NIGHT LAPSE PHOTO INTERVAL Use this chart to determine the length of your videos. For example, Choose how often your GoPro snaps a shot in Night Lapse Photo mode. recording for 5 minutes with a 0.5-second interval will give you 20 Night Lapse intervals are Auto, 4, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 30 seconds, and 1, 2, seconds of time lapse video.
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Color Setting Resulting Color Profile Here are some things to keep in mind: Provides GoPro color-corrected profile (same • Protune is available as an advanced setting for all modes, except GoPro Color (default) great color as when Protune is turned off).
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Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune ISO MINIMUM/MAXIMUM SHUTTER ISO Minimum and ISO Maximum let you set a range for the camera’s The Protune Shutter setting only applies to the Video and Photo modes. sensitivity to light and image noise. Image noise refers to the degree This setting determines how long the shutter stays open.
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Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune EXPOSURE VALUE COMPENSATION (EV COMP) SHARPNESS Exposure Value Compensation affects the brightness of your videos and Sharpness controls the quality of details captured in your video footage photos. Adjusting this setting can improve image quality when shooting or photos.
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MICROPHONE SETTINGS This setting creates a separate .wav file for your video, in addition to the Your GoPro uses three microphones to capture sound while recording standard .mp4 audio track. You can select the level of processing to apply video. You can customize how they’re used based on conditions where to the RAW audio track.
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