GoPro Hero4 Session User Manual

USER MANUAL 

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The Basics6
Getting Started7
Capturing Video and Time Lapse Photos16
Changing Video and Time Lapse Settings21
Accessing All Camera Settings23
Camera Icons28
Video Mode30
Photo Mode45
Multi-Shot Mode48
Setup Mode56
Protune™69
Transferring Files to a Computer73
Playing Back Video and Photos75
Important Messages77
The Frames80
Mounting Your Camera83
Batter y93
Troubleshooting98
Customer Support10 4
Regulatory Information10 4
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
The integrated batter y comes par tially charged. No damage occurs  
to the camera or batter y if used before being fully charged.
T o Charge the Batter y:
1.  Open the side door. 2. Charge the batter y using the 
included USB cable.
Note: The batter y cannot be removed from the camera. 
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1. Camera Status Screen
2.  Shutter/Select Button [ 
 ]
3.  Microphone
4.  Camera Status Light (red) / 
Wireless Status Light (blue) 5. 
Micro-USB Port
6.  microSD Card Slot
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The camera status lights (red) turn on during charging and turn 
off when charging is complete. When charging the camera with a 
computer, be sure that the computer is connected to a power source. 
If the camera status lights do not turn on to indicate charging, use a 
different USB port.  
WARNING: Using a wall charger other than a GoPro Wall Charger 
can damage the GoPro camera batter y and could result in fire or 
leakage. Only use chargers marked: Output 5V 1A. If you do not...

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INSERTING + REMOVING MEMORY CARDS 
Inser t the SD card at a downward angle with the label facing down.
Use brand name memor y cards 
(sold separately) that meet these 
requirements:
•  microSD, microSDHC,   
or microSDXC
•  Class 10 or UHS-I rating 
•  Capacity up to 64GB
For a list of the recommended microSD cards, visit gopro.com/support .
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NOTICE: Use care when handling memor y cards. Avoid liquids, dust, 
and debris. As a precaution, power off the camera before inser ting or...

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POWERING ON + OFF 
HERO4 Session powers on when you press the 
Shutter/Select  button [ 
 ] to begin capturing 
video or Time Lapse photos. When you press the 
Shutter/Select  button [ 
 ] again to stop recording, 
the camera automatically powers off to conser ve 
battery power.
PRO TIP:  When carr ying your camera in a bag or pocket, place the 
camera upside down in a frame (with the Shutter/Select  button [  ] 
covered) to protect the camera from accidentally capturing video or...

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HELPFUL TIPS 
Follow these guidelines to get the best per formance from   
your camera:
•  The camera is waterproof to 33’ (10m)—no housing needed. 
Ensure that the side door is closed before using the camera in   
or around water, dir t, or sand. 
•  Before closing the side door, be sure the seal is free of debris.   
If needed, clean with a blower brush or canned air.
•  Before opening the side door, be sure the camera is free of water or   
debris. If needed, rinse the camera...

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When your camera is not connected to a GoPro remote (sold 
separately) or the GoPro App, two capture modes are available: Video 
and Time Lapse. To access more modes, see Accessing All Camera 
Settings (page 23).
CAPTURING VIDEO  
The default video resolution is 1080p30. To select a different resolution, 
see  Changing Video and Time Lapse Settings  ( p a g e 21).
To Start Recording Video:  
Shor t press the Shutter/Select  button [ 
 ]. Your camera powers  
on, emits three beeps, and automatically...

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HILIGHT 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 to share.
Note: HiLight Tags are visible during playback on the GoPro App or in 
GoPro Studio.
To Add HiLight Tags During Recording:
Shor t press the Info/Wireless  button. 
PRO TIP: You can also add HiLight Tags during recording with the 
GoPro App or the Smar t Remote.
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