GoPro Karma User Manual

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CAPTURING VIDEO AND PHOTOS
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.
To Add HiLight Tags During Recording:  
On  the controller, p ress the Mode/Tag  button.
SHARING YOUR LIVE FLIGHT
If you are flying Karma with friends, they can watch your live flight on 
their iOS® or Android™ mobile devices with the GoPro Passenger App. 
1.  From the Home screen of the controller, tap Connect, and then   
tap Passenger. This screen displays the name and password of   
your drone.
2.  Tap the button to turn on Passenger. 
3.  Ask your friend to complete these steps:
a.  Download the GoPro Passenger App from the Apple
© App 
Store© or Google™ Play to a smartphone/tablet.
b.  Open the app and follow the on-screen instructions to connect 
to the controller.
4.  When the Passenger app is connected, tap one of these options:
•  To let your friend view your live flight, tap Viewer.
•  To let your friend view your live flight and control the camera 
stabilizer while you fly, tap Co-Pilot.
Note: The GoPro Passenger App cannot control the drone’s flight. 
						

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LANDING KARMA
AUTOMATICALLY LANDING KARMA 
With an automatic landing, you have the option of Karma returning to 
the launch location, returning to you, or landing in place. You can use the 
joysticks to maneuver Karma around obstacles during the return flight 
and descent. 
1.  Press the Land  button [ 
 ] on the controller. 
2.  Select where you want Karma to land: 
•  The launch location
•  Your current location
•  In place (straight down)
Unless you opt to land in place, Karma hovers for a few seconds, 
moves to an altitude of 66ft (20m), then flies to the landing location. 
Note: You can set the altitude for automatic landings in the Flight Settings on   
the controller. 
3.  Use the joysticks to maneuver around obstacles during the return 
flight. When Karma reaches the launch location, it hovers for 10 
seconds before starting the descent.
4.  When the propellers stop spinning, press and hold the Power  button 
[ 
 ] on Karma. The button light and the orientation lights on the 
arms turn off when Karma is powered off.
CANCELLING AN AUTOMATIC LANDING   
To cancel an automatic landing and regain full control of Karma,   
tap Cancel on the touch display.  MANUALLY LANDING KARMA
 
With a manual landing, you use the joysticks to control Karma during the 
return flight and guide it to the ground.
1.  Use the joysticks to guide Karma toward a safe landing area. 
2.  When you reach the landing area, gently pull the left joystick back 
until Karma reaches the ground, then continue pulling this joystick 
back until the propellers stop spinning.
3.  Press and hold the Power  button [ 
 ] on Karma. The button light 
turns off when Karma is powered off.
Note: In an emergency, you can stop the motors immediately by pressing and holding 
the  Start/Stop  button and Land  button simultaneously for 5 seconds.
AUTOMATIC SAFETY LANDINGS  
To prevent damage to the drone and its surroundings, Karma includes 
these built-in safety landings:
Low Battery Landings  
If the Karma battery level becomes low during flight, Karma 
automatically returns to the launch location. It is possible (although not 
advised) to cancel this automatic flight and continue flying. If the Karma 
battery then reaches a critical level, the controller notifies you and 
Karma begins landing in place.
Lost Connection Landing  
If the controller loses connection to Karma, Karma hovers in place while 
the controller tries to re-establish a connection. If a connection cannot 
be re-established, Karma returns to the launch location. 
Karma automatically returns to the controller’s last known location, if the 
controller moved more than 82ft (25m) from the launch location.
Note: During any automatic safety landing, you can use the joysticks to maneuver 
Karma around obstacles only if a connection exists between the controller and   
the drone.
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Critical Landing 
If Karma encounters an emergency (such as a software problem),   
the controller notifies you, and Karma immediately lands in place. 
Unless the connection between Karma  and the controller is lost,   
you can still use the joysticks during these safety landings to maneuver 
around obstacles.
LANDING KARMAOFFLOADING CONTENT
Your videos and photos are saved to the camera’s microSD card. 
Transfer the content to a computer or mobile device to view, edit,   
and share your aerial footage.
OFFLOADING CONTENT TO A MOBILE DEVICE 
1.  Download and install Capture from the Apple
© App Store© or 
Google™ Play to your smartphone/tablet.
2.  Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your camera.
OFFLOADING CONTENT TO A COMPUTER 1.  Download and install the Quik
™ app for desktop from   
gopro.com/apps . 
2.  Connect the camera to your computer using the USB cable that 
came with your camera.
3.  Power on the camera and follow the on-screen instructions in Quik. 
You can also transfer files to a computer using a card reader (sold 
separately). Connect the card reader to your computer and insert the 
microSD card into the reader. You can then transfer your files to your 
computer or delete selected files on your card. 
						

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PAIRING AND CALIBRATION
PAIRING THE KARMA DRONE AND THE KARMA CONTROLLER  
If you replace the Karma Drone and/or the Karma Controller, you must 
manually pair the two components.
1.  Press the Power  button [ 
 ] on the controller.
2.  Press the Power  button [  ] on Karma until the orientation lights   
on the arms blink front to back.
3.  From the Home menu, tap Connect, then tap Pairing. 
4.  Follow the on-screen instructions. 
CALIBRATION  
Accelerometer and compass calibration might be required at times to 
ensure the best flight performance from Karma. 
The compass and accelerometer on both the drone and the controller 
are calibrated automatically. However, if either of these components 
must be recalibrated, the controller notifies you and provides step-by-
step instructions to guide you through the process. BATTERY USE AND SAFETY
 
Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred, 
microwave, incinerate, or paint your Karma battery or Karma controller. 
Do not insert foreign objects into the battery bay on your Karma.  Do 
not use your Karma or any GoPro product containing a battery if the 
product has been damaged—for example, if cracked, punctured, or in 
contact with liquids.
WARNING: Handle and store batteries properly to 
avoid injury or damage. Most battery issues arise from 
improper handling of batteries and, particularly, from the 
continued use of damaged batteries. 
Battery fluid can cause serious burns to the skin and eyes. In the unlikely 
event that battery fluid leaks onto your skin, wash the affected area with 
plenty of water and seek medical advice immediately.
Do not expose your Karma or battery to excessive heat, including direct 
sunlight or fire and storage or use inside cars in hot weather, where it 
can be exposed to temperatures in excess of 140
� (6 0�). Doing so may 
cause the battery to generate heat, rupture, or ignite. Using your Karma 
battery in this manner also may result in loss of performance and a 
shortened life expectancy.
If the battery is damaged and ignites, do not use water to extinguish 
flames. Instead, use a functioning fire extinguisher. Do not short-circuit 
batteries. Avoid storing them around metal objects such as  keys, pocket 
change, paper clips, and jewelry.
The battery charger must be used indoors only. It is neither designed 
nor tested for outdoors, in recreation vehicles, or on boats. Make 
no modifications to the battery charger. Unauthorized alterations 
may compromise safety, regulatory compliance, and battery charger 
performance, and may void the warranty. Do not drop the battery 
charger or batteries.
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The battery is intended only for use with the battery charger provided 
with your Karma. Do not continue charging the battery if it does not 
reach full charge within two hours. Overcharging may cause the battery 
to become hot, rupture, or ignite. If you see any heat deformation or 
leakage, properly dispose of the battery. 
Do not charge or connect a battery if the power cable has been pinched 
or shorted. Always inspect the battery and charger before charging. Do 
not pierce, crush, dent, or deform the battery or charger in any way. If 
either becomes deformed, properly dispose of it.
Do not dry your Karma which contains batteries with an external heat 
source such as a conventional or microwave oven or hair dryer.
Do not attempt to use the Karma battery to power other electronics. 
Doing so may result in permanent damage to your product and/or 
personal injury.
BATTERY DISPOSAL  
Most rechargeable lithium-polymer batteries are classified as non-
hazardous waste and are safe for disposal in the normal municipal waste 
stream. Many localities have laws in place requiring battery recycling. 
Check your local laws to make sure that you can dispose of rechargeable 
batteries in your regular trash. 
To safely dispose of lithium-polymer batteries, protect terminals from 
exposure to other metal with packing, masking, or electrical tape so 
they do not cause a fire while being transported. Lithium-polymer 
batteries, however, do contain recyclable materials and are accepted for 
recycling by the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation’s (RBRC) 
Battery Recycling Program. We encourage you to visit Call2Recycle 
at call2recycle.org or call 1-800-BATTERY in North America to find 
a convenient recycling location Never dispose of a battery in a fire 
because it may explode.
B AT T E R YTROUBLESHOOTING
ONE OF MY KARMA PARTS BROKE  
You have several options to replace the part:
•  If the warranty period has not expired, contact Customer Support 
for a replacement part.
•  If you purchased GoPro Care, most replacement parts are included 
in the plan (camera replacements are available for a fee). For more 
info, visit shop.gopro.com/care .
•  If the warranty period already expired and you did not purchase 
GoPro Care, visit gopro.com  to purchase a replacement. 
KARMA OR THE CONTROLLER WON’T POWER ON  
Make sure the component is charged. For details, see Charging the 
Karma Battery and the Controller  (page 6).
KARMA WON’T RESPOND TO THE CONTROLLER  
Remove and re-insert the battery, then press the 
Power button [  ]   
on the drone to turn it on.
THE CONTROLLER WON’T RESPOND WHEN I PRESS A BUTTON  
Press and hold the 
Power  [  ] button on the controller for 8 seconds 
to restart it.
THE START/STOP BUTTON ON THE CONTROLLER IS RED
•  Quickly blinking: A system error occurred that requires Customer 
Support to resolve.
•  Slowly blinking: The connection between Karma and the controller   
is lost. If a lost connection occurs during flight, Karma attempts   
to return to the launch location and land. If a connection is   
re-established during the return flight, this light turns solid green.   
At this point, you can tap Cancel on the touch display to cancel   
the return flight and regain control of the drone. 
						

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TROUBLESHOOTING
THE POWER BUTTON ON KARMA IS YELLOW 
Calibration is required. Whenever calibration is needed, the controller 
also notifies you and provides step-by-step instructions.
KARMA WON’T PAIR WITH THE CONTROLLER  
Karma Drone and the Karma Controller are paired out of the box.   
But if you need to re-pair them, follow these guidelines: 
•  Move the controller at least 6ft (2m) away from the drone.
•  Be sure to correctly follow the pairing instructions on   
the controller. 
For more information about Karma, see gopro.com/yourkarma .GoPro Care (optional) provides unprecedented damage support 
 
and replacement parts so you can fly worry free. For more info,   
visit  shop.gopro.com/care .  
Actual product specifications may vary, and all features, functionality 
and other product specifications are subject to change without notice 
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or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc. in the United States and other 
countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective 
owners. © 2016 GoPro, Inc. All rights reserved.
To see the complete list of country certifications, refer to the Important 
Product + Safety Instructions included with Karma.
GOPRO CARE
TRADEMARKS
REGULATORY INFORMATION
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