GoPro HERO4 Session / Surf User Manual Page 1

USER MANUAL

18 19HILIGHT 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 t

20 21/ Accessing Camera SettingsTo access more modes or adjust camera settings, connect your camera to the remote (sold separately) or the GoPro App.

22 23/ Accessing Camera Settings / Accessing Camera SettingsTo Connect to the GoPro App:1. Download the GoPro App to your smartphone/tablet from the

24 25CONNECTING AFTER PAIRING Aer connecting your camera to the GoPro App or the remote for the first time, you can connect in the future through the

26 27/ Camera IconsPhoto ModeProtune™Burst RateSetup ModeSpot MeterTime LapseVideo FormatVideo ModeVideo Resolution Wireless/ Video ModeVIDEO CAPTURE

28 29CAPTURING VIDEO1. Select Video mode [ ] on the GoPro App or the remote.2. If necessary, select a different capture mode (Video or Looping Vid

30 31/ Video ModeVIDEO SETTINGS You can change the video settings by connecting HERO4 Session to the GoPro App or the remote. When you connect to the

32 33Resolution, FPS, and FOV HERO4 Session features the video resolutions listed below. The default video resolution is 1080p30.Video ResolutionFPS

34 35Resolution Best Use1440pGood for advanced users who want to capture a full image and then edit to the desired aspect ratio. 1080p SuperViewSuperV

36 37Resolution Best Use720p SuperViewSuperView delivers the world’s most immersive field of view. Good for body-or gear-mounted shots. More vertical 4

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38 39/ Video ModeFOV Best UseUltra Wide (W)Largest field of view. Recommended for body-and gear-mounted shots. Good for action shots where you want to

40 41Spot MeterSpot Meter is good for filming into a setting where the lighting is different from where you are. Examples include filming the outdoors fr

42 43PHOTO CAPTURE MODE When you connect your camera to the GoPro App or the remote, you can access one capture mode in Photo mode: Single photo. CAP

44 45Spot MeterSpot Meter is good for capturing photos in a setting where the lighting is different from where you are. Examples include capturing phot

46 47Capture Mode DescriptionBurstCaptures up to 10 photos in 1 second. Burst is perfect for capturing the definitive moment in fast-action sports.CAPT

48 49MULTI-SHOT SETTINGS You can change the Multi-Shot settings by connecting HERO4 Session to the GoPro App or the remote. When you connect to the re

50 51Rate applies only to Burst photos. Photos can be captured at the following rates:3 photos in 1 second5 photos in 1 second10 photos in 1 second (d

52 53Spot MeterSpot Meter is good for capturing photos in a setting where the lighting is different from where you are. Examples include capturing phot

54 55WirelessThis setting lets you connect your camera to the GoPro App or the remote. When wireless is on, a wireless status icon appears on the came

56 57Setting DescriptionRCConnects the camera to the remote control. For instructions on pairing, see Pairing with the Remote (page 22).Turn Camera Off

4 5The Basics6Getting Started7Capturing Video and Time Lapse Photos16Accessing Camera Settings20Camera Icons25Video Mode27Photo Mode42Multi-Shot Mode4

58 59Resetting Your Camera’s Wireless Name and Password1. Press and hold the Info/Wireless button until the reset options appear (about 8 seconds).

60 61Setting DescriptionUp Camera is used right-side up.Down Camera is used upside down. This option eliminates the need to flip your video durin

62 63LEDThis setting determines whether the camera status lights (red) are on (default) or off.Note: This setting does not affect the wireless status l

64 65Date/TimeYour camera’s date and time are automatically set when you connect your camera to the GoPro App or GoPro Studio. This setting lets you m

66 67PROTUNE BENEFITS Protune unlocks the camera’s full potential, yielding stunning image quality and cinema-caliber video optimized for professional

68 69ISO LIMITISO Limit adjusts the camera’s sensitivity in low-light environments, and creates a balance between brightness and resulting image noise

70 71To play back your video and photos on a computer, you must first transfer these files to a computer. Transferring also frees up space on your micr

72 73/ Playing Back Video and PhotosPLAYING BACK CONTENT ON A COMPUTER1. Download and install GoPro Studio from gopro.com/getstarted. The HERO4 Sessi

74 75MICROSD CARD MESSAGESNO SD CARDNo card present. The camera requires a microSD, microSDHC or microSDXC card to capture videos and photos.SD FULL C

76 77REPAIRING FILE (continued)If the camera is connected to the GoPro App or the remote, tap the Shutter button on the app or short press the Shutter

6 7CHARGING THE BATTERYThe integrated battery comes partially charged. No damage occurs to the camera or battery if used before being fully charged.T

78 79TO SECURE THE CAMERA IN THE FRAME:1. Open the latch.2. Rotate the camera to the desired orientation, and then slide it into the frame. The back

80 81ATTACHING YOUR CAMERA TO MOUNTS To attach your HERO4 Session camera to a mount, you need a Mounting Buckle, thumb screw, or hardware depending on

82 83WAYS TO MOUNT / Mounting Your CameraPRO TIP: If you mount your HERO4 Session upside down, the camera automatically changes the orientation of you

84 85MOUNTING GUIDELINES Follow these guidelines when attaching mounts:• Attach the adhesive mounts at least 24 hours before use. Allow 72 hours for

86 87For more information on mounts, see gopro.com.WARNING: If using your camera with a GoPro helmet mount or strap, always select a helmet that meets

88 89To Secure the Integrated Locking Plug:1. Flip up the plug.2. Slide the buckle into the mount until it clicks into place.3. Press down on the p

90 91Your HERO4 Session camera and battery are integrated. You cannot remove the battery from the camera.The battery icon displayed in the camera stat

92 93WARNING: Using a wall charger other than a GoPro Wall Charger can damage the GoPro camera battery and could result in fire or leakage. Only use ch

94 95Do not dry the camera or battery with an external heat source such as a microwave oven or hair dryer. Damage to the camera or battery caused by c

96 97I WANT TO RESET MY GOPRO SETTINGS TO THE DEFAULTS In Setup mode, select Camera Reset. This option does not reset the Date/Time or your camera’s u

8 9/ Getting StartedThe camera status lights (red) turn on during charging and turn off when charging is complete. When charging the camera with a comp

98 99/ Troubleshooting / TroubleshootingI POWERED OFF MY GOPRO, BUT THE BLUE LIGHT IS STILL BLINKING The blue light indicates that wireless is on. To

100 101WHAT SOFTWARE VERSION AM I RUNNING? Short press the Info/Wireless button to display the status screen, then short press it repeatedly until you

102GoPro, HERO, the GoPro logo, the GoPro Be a Hero logo, BacPac, Protune, SuperView, and Wear It. Mount It. Love It. are trademarks or registered tra

10 11INSERTING + REMOVING MEMORY CARDS Insert the SD card at a downward angle with the label facing down.Use brand name memory cards (sold separately)

12 13/ Getting StartedPOWERING ON + OFF HERO4 Session automatically powers on when you press the Shutter/Select button [ ] to begin capturing video o

14 15/ Getting StartedHELPFUL TIPS Follow these guidelines to get the best performance from your camera:• The camera is waterproof to 33’ (10m)—no h

16 17When your camera is not connected to the remote (sold separately) or the GoPro App, two capture modes are available: Video and Time Lapse. To acc