GoPro HERO6 User Manual

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CONNECTING TO AN AUDIO ACCESSORY
An accessory microphone or other component can provide enhanced 
audio for your captured video.
1.  Connect the audio accessory to your camera’s USB-C port using 
GoPro’s Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter (sold separately).
2.  From the camera’s main screen, swipe down.
3.  Tap Preferences > Audio Input.
4.  Tap an option: 
Option Description
Standard Mic 
(d e f a u l t) Supports non-powered mics
Standard Mic+ Supports non-powered mics and provides 
 
20dB boost
Powered Mic...

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CUSTOMIZING YOUR GOPRO
DEFAULT MODE
Sets the capture mode that your GoPro defaults to when powering up. 
The options are Video (default), Time Lapse Video, Looping, Photo, Night, 
Burst, Time Lapse Photo, and Night Lapse Photo.
Note: This setting does not affect QuikCapture.
AUTO OFF 
Powers off your GoPro after a period of inactivity to save battery life. The 
options are 5 minutes, 15 minutes (default), 30 minutes, and Never.
Note: Voice Control is not available when the camera is off unless the...

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GPS 
Captures the location where your video and photos were taken. To see 
this information, view the video or photos on a compatible desktop or 
mobile application. For details, visit gopro.com/help . 
LANGUAGE
Sets the language that appears on the camera. 
VIDEO FORMAT
Sets the regional frame rates that your camera uses for recording and 
playing back video on a TV/HDTV. Selecting the appropriate option for   
your region helps prevent flicker when capturing video indoors.
Setting Description
NTSC...

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RESETTING YOUR CAMERA
RESTARTING YOUR GOPRO
If your camera is not responding, press and hold the Mode  button [  ] 
for 8 seconds to shut down the camera and then restart it. All settings   
are retained.
RESETTING ALL SETTINGS TO THE DEFAULTS
This option resets all of your camera settings to the defaults, except Date, 
Time, camera name and password, Language, and Video Format.
1.  From the main screen, swipe down.  
2.  Tap Preferences > Camera Defaults, and then tap Reset. 
RESETTING THE...

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ATTACHING YOUR CAMERA TO MOUNTS
To attach your camera to a mount, you need The Frame (for HERO6 
Black/HERO5 Black ) and a mounting buckle and/or thumb screw, 
depending on the mount you are using. 
1.  Secure the camera in The Frame:
a.    Open the latch.
b.  Slide the camera into the frame. The bottom front of The Frame 
has a raised edge. Be sure the front of the camera sits flush 
against it.
c.  Close the door.
d.  Lock the latch.
2. Attach The Frame to the mounting buckle.
MOUNTING
3. Follow...

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• Apply adhesive mounts only to clean, dry surfaces. Wax, oil, dirt or 
other debris reduce adhesion, which can result in a weak bond and 
risk of losing the camera should the connection fail.
•  Attach adhesive mounts in room temperature conditions. Adhesives 
do not bond properly if applied in cold or damp environments to cold 
or damp surfaces.
•  Check state and local regulations and laws to ensure that attaching 
a camera to equipment (such as hunting equipment) is permitted. 
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REMOVING THE SIDE DOOR
REATTACHING THE SIDE DOOR
1.  Hold down the Latch Release button and extend the tab on the door.
2. Press the tab onto the small silver bar.
Follow these guidelines to get the best performance from your camera:
•  The camera is waterproof to 33’ (10m)—no housing needed. Ensure 
that the doors are closed before using the camera in or around water, 
dirt, or sand. 
•  Before closing the doors, be sure the seals are free of debris. If 
needed, clean with a cloth.
•  Before...

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BATTERY INFORMATION
MAxIMIZING BATTERY LIFE
A message appears on the touch display if the battery drops below 10%. 
If the battery reaches 0% while recording, the camera saves the file and 
powers off.
To maximize battery life, follow these guidelines when possible:
•  Turn off Wireless Connections
•  Turn off GPS
•  Capture video at lower frame rates and resolutions
•  Turn off Protune
•  Use these settings:
•  QuikCapture  (page 28)
•  Screensaver  (page 82)
•  Auto Off  (page 82)
•  Brightness...

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BATTERY INFORMATION
WARNING: Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush, bend,  
deform, puncture, shred, microwave, incinerate or paint the 
camera or battery. Do not insert foreign objects into the 
battery opening on the camera. Do not use the camera or 
the battery if it has been damaged—for example, if cracked, 
punctured or harmed by water. Disassembling or puncturing 
the battery can cause an explosion or fire.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
Most rechargeable lithium-ion batteries are classified as...

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TROUBLESHOOTING
I FORGOT MY CAMERA’S USERNAME OR PASSWORD
Swipe down, then tap Connections > Name & Password. 
I DON’T KNOW WHAT SOFTWARE VERSION I HAVE
From the main screen, swipe down. Then tap Preferences > About This 
GoPro. The Version Number displays the software version that you   
are running.
I CAN’T FIND MY CAMERA’S SERIAL NUMBER
The camera’s serial number is listed in several places: •  In Preferences > About This GoPro
•  On the inside of the battery bay (remove the battery to see it)
•...