GoPro Omni User Manual

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							The Basics4
Getting Started 8
Camera Status Screen 16
Camera Menus 17
Camera Modes 20
Navigating Settings Menus 21
Video Mode 22
Photo Mode 25
Multi-Shot Mode 26
Setup Mode 31
Protune 34
Transferring Files to a Computer 38
Omni Files and GoPro Software 39
Smart Remote 40
Battery 41
Important Messages 44
Troubleshooting 46
Customer Support 48
Trademarks 48
Regulatory Information 48
TABLE OF CONTENTS 
						

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1. Inner Cube (Synchronizer)
2.  Frame (6x Outer Panels)
3.  Camera Position Indicator (1-6)
4.  Mounting Corner   
(1/4-20 Threaded Insert, 1x Top   
under removable Corner Cap,   
1x Bottom) 5. 
Power Connector   
(2.5mm x 5.5mm)
6.  HEROBus Connector (30-pin) 
7.  Array Camera Status Light
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THE BASICSTHE BASICS
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1. Camera Status Light (red)
2.  Shutter/Select Button [  ]
3.  Wireless Status Light (blue)
4.  Camera Status Screen
5.  Power/Mode Button [ 
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6.  Micro HDMI Port   
(cable not included) 7. 
microSD Card Slot 
8.  Mini-USB Port  
(supports composite A/V 
cable/3.5mm stereo mic 
adapter,   
not included)
9.  Audio Alert 10. 
Microphone
11.  HEROPort 
12.  Settings/Tag Button [ 
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13.  Battery Door
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MEMORY CARDS 
HERO4 Black requires a microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC memory 
card. The card must have a minimum rating of Class 10 or UHS-I, and a 
capacity of 32GB or 64GB. For a list of SD cards recommended for use 
with Omni, visit the Omni Support Hub at gopro.com/help .
 
NOTICE:  Use care when handling memory cards. Avoid liquids, dust 
and debris. As a precaution, power off the camera before inserting or 
removing the card. Check manufacturer guidelines regarding use in 
acceptable temperature ranges. 
WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro as part of your 
active lifestyle. Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid 
injury to yourself and others. 
Abide by all local laws when using your GoPro and related mounts 
and accessories, including all privacy laws, which may restrict 
recording in certain areas.
GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTED
ROLE OF THE PRIMARY CAMERA   
The camera that is connected to the inner cube and marked with 1  is 
referred to as the primary camera . All other cameras are referred to as 
secondary cameras . 
The primary camera controls all cameras in the array for these functions:
•  Powers all cameras on/off
•  Connects to the Smart Remote so that all cameras can be   
controlled remotely
•  Displays  Array Ready when the system is ready for use
•  Displays  Array Error  when one of the secondary cameras experiences 
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GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTED
ASSEMBLING THE ARRAY
Installing the Cameras 
The All Inclusive Omni package ships with the cameras already installed. 
If you want to re-install a camera or if you have the Rig Only version of 
Omni, follow the steps below.
1.  Confirm that all cameras are HERO4 Black cameras. Other GoPros are 
not supported. 
2.  Confirm that all cameras are using the same version of array firmware. 
To obtain the latest array firmware for Omni, visit gopro.com/help  
and log in to the Omni Support Hub. If you need to create a support 
hub account, follow these instructions: https://community.gopro.
com/html/assets/GoProOmniSupportHub.pdf .
3.  Complete these steps for each camera:
a. Use the included hex key to loosen (but not remove) the screws on 
one of the panels.
 
b. Gently pull the panel off of the frame. c. 
Connect a camera to the HEROBus connector on the inner cube.  
 
 
d.  Align the outer panel with the lens, then gently slide the panel onto 
the lens and move the corners into place.   
						

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GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTED
e. Tighten the screws in a star pattern.
4.  Tighten the screws for the panel.
5.  Repeat steps 3-6 for the remaining cameras.
SUPPLYING POWER TO THE RIG  
You have two options for powering the rig: external power or the   
camera batteries. 
NOTICE:  Do not switch from one power source to another (camera 
batteries to external power or external power to camera batteries) 
without first powering off the cameras. Failure to follow this guideline can 
lead to unexpected powering off, interrupted recordings, and erratic Omni 
behavior.
Powering the Rig with External Power  
For extended recording time, power the rig with an external power source.
1.  Be sure that the battery for the external power unit is charged.
2.  Remove the cameras from the rig.
3.  Remove the batteries from the cameras. 
4.  Place the cameras in the rig.
5.  Connect the power cable to the power connector.  
NOTICE:  Do not connect a high-voltage power source to Omni. Omni 
requires 5V input, but can be powered using a 12V to 5V step-down 
converter, such as the Core SWX / Switronix XP-DV-5GP. The Omni 
power connector is a 2.5mm x 5.5mm polarity plug. The step-down 
converter has an 8A rating.
Powering the Rig with Camera Batteries + Charging in the Rig   
With these options, you can charge the camera batteries without 
removing the cameras from the rig.
•  Using USB cables, connect the camera USB ports to the USB hub 
(available with the All Inclusive Omni package).  • 
Use the power connector to connect the external power to the   
inner cube.
The camera status lights turn on during charging and turn off when 
charging is complete.
Powering the Rig with Camera Batteries + Charging Outside of the Rig  
With this option, you must remove the cameras from the rig.
1.  Insert the battery into the camera.  
 
 
2.  Connect the camera to a computer, USB hub, or other USB charging 
adapter using the included USB cable. The camera status light turns 
on during charging and turns off when charging is complete.
When charging with a computer, be sure that the computer is 
connected to a power source. If the camera status light does not turn 
on, use a different USB port.
For more battery information, see Battery  (page 10) .  
						

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GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTED
WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro as part of your 
active lifestyle. Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid 
injury to yourself and others. 
Abide by all local laws when using your GoPro and related mounts 
and accessories, including all privacy laws, which may restrict 
recording in certain areas.
MOUNTING OMNI
1.  If you want to use the top 1/4-20 threaded insert, unscrew the   
corner cap.
2.  Use a 1/4”-20 screw with the threaded insert on the top or bottom of 
the rig (near the power connector) to attach Omni to a monopod or 
other suitable mounting solution.
NOTICE:  When removing Omni from a monopod or other mounting 
solution, disconnect the power connector first to avoid damaging the 
connection. POWERING ON + OFF 
ALL CAMERAS IN THE ARRAY  
 
 
To Power On All Cameras:  
Press the Power/Mode button [  ] on the 
primary camera. The camera status lights flash three 
times and the sound indicator emits three beeps. 
The primary camera powers up, followed by the 
secondary cameras. When Array Ready  disappears, 
you can begin capturing video or photos.
The array is properly configured if the camera mode 
icon and AR  alternate in the upper left of the camera 
status screen. 
If  Array Error  appears on the primary camera’s status screen, see Array 
Error  (page 11) .
To Power Off All Cameras: Press and hold the Power/Mode  button [  ] on the primary camera for 
three seconds. The camera status lights flash several times and the sound 
indicator emits seven beeps. 
						

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Your HERO4 Black features a status screen that displays the following 
information:
1.  Camera Mode/FOV   
(field of view)
2.  Resolution/fps   
(frames per second)
3.  Protune™ (if on)
4.  Number of Files Captured
5.  Available Time on Memory Card
6.  Wireless (if on)
7.  Battery Life
CAMERA STATUS SCREEN
Beeps
Burst
Color
Date/Time
Delete
Exposure Value 
Compensation
Field of View
Frames Per Second
Interval
ISO Limit
LEDs
Megapixels
Multi-Shot Mode
Night Lapse
Photo
Protune
Rate
RESET  CAM Reset Camera
Setup Mode
Sharpness
Shutter
Spot Meter
Time Lapse
Time Lapse Video
Video Format
Video Mode
Video Resolution
White Balance
Wireless
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CAMERA MENUSCAMERA MENUS