GoPro HERO8 Black User manual

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Contents Contents

HERO8 Black – Regulatory Model Number SPJB1

Meet Your HERO8 Black 6

Setting Up Your Camera 

Getting to Know Your GoPro 14

Customising Your GoPro 26

Using QuikCapture 35

Adding HiLight Tags 37

Setting the Screen Orientation 38

Recording Video 39

Video Settings 45

Taking Photos 48

Photo Settings 55

Capturing Time Lapse 57

Time Lapse Settings 61

Live Streaming 64

Exposure Control 65

Connecting to an External Microphone 68

Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice 69

Playing Back Your Media 73

Connecting to Other Devices 77

Transferring Your Media 79

Setting Your Preferences 84

Important Messages 93

Resetting Your Camera 95

Mounting Your GoPro 97

Removing the Door 102

Maintenance 104

Battery Information 105

Troubleshooting 108

Tech Specs: Video 109

Tech Specs: Photo 120

Tech Specs: Time Lapse 125

Tech Specs: Protune 130

Customer Support 138

Trademarks 138

Regulatory Information 138

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Meet Your HERO8 Black

1. Shutter Button

2. Door

3. Door Latch

4. Status Light

5. Status Screen

6. microSD Card Slot

7. Battery

8. USB-C Port

9. Microphone

10. Mounting Fingers

Meet Your HERO8 Black

Learn how to use the accessories that came with your GoPro. See

Mounting Your GoPro (starting page 97).

11. Mode Button

12. Speaker

13. Touch Screen

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MICROSD CARDS

You’ll need a microSD card (sold separately) to save your videos and

photos. Use a brand-name card that ts these requirements:

• microSD, microSDHC or microSDXC

• Class 10 or UHS-I rating

• Capacity up to 256GB

For a list of recommended microSD cards, visit gopro.com/microsdcards.

Heads Up: Make sure your hands are clean and dry before handling

your SD card. Check the manufacturer’s guidelines to see your card’s

acceptable temperature range and other important information.

PRO TIP: Keep your SD card in good condition by reformatting it

regularly. This will erase all of your media, so make sure you save it rst.

1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard.

2. Tap Preferences > Reset > Format SD Card.

To learn how to save your videos and photos, see Transferring Your Media

(page 79).

Setting Up Your Camera Setting Up Your Camera

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

For maximum performance, make sure you use the GoPro Rechargeable

Battery (HERO8 Black/HERO7 Black/HERO6 Black) with your

newGoPro.

Though older GoPro and non-GoPro batteries may t in your HERO8

Black, they will greatly limit your camera’s performance.

PRO TIP: There’s an easy way to check your battery’s status and make

sure you’re using the right one.

1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard.

2. Tap Preferences > About > Battery Info.

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Setting Up Your CameraSetting Up Your Camera

3. Insert the battery.

4. Connect your camera to a USB charger or computer using the USB-C

cable included.

It takes about two hours for the battery to fully charge. The camera

status light will turn o when it’s done. To learn more, see Battery

Information (page 105).

PRO TIP: For the fastest charging, use the GoPro Supercharger

(soldseparately).

MICROSD CARD + BATTERY SET UP

1. Unlock the door latch and ip the door open.

2. With your camera o, insert the SD card into the card slot with the

label facing the battery compartment.

You can eject the card by pressing it into the slot with your ngernail.

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UPDATING YOUR CAMERA’S SOFTWARE

To get the latest features and best performance from your GoPro, make

sure it’s using the most up-to-date software.

Updating With the GoPro App

1. Download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.

2. Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to connect your camera to

your mobile device. If new camera software is available, the app will

tell you how to install it.

Updating Manually

1. Visit gopro.com/update.

2. Choose HERO8 Black from the list of cameras.

3. Select Update your camera manually and follow the instructions.

PRO TIP: Want to know what software version you’re using? Here’s

where you can nd out.

1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard.

2. Tap Preferences > About > Camera Info.

Setting Up Your CameraSetting Up Your Camera

5. Unplug the cable and shut the door when charging is complete. Make

sure the door latch is closed and locked before using your camera.

6. Press the door hinge to ensure a tight seal.

WARNING: Your GoPro’s door is removable. Make sure that it

is locked, sealed and waterproof by checking the Door Latch

and pressing the hinge after closing the door.

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POWERING ON

Press the Mode button to turn on your HERO8 Black.

POWERING OFF

Press and hold the Mode button to turn it o.

3s

WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro and its mounts

and accessories. Always be aware of your surroundings to

avoid injuring yourself and others.

Ensure you follow all local laws, including all privacy laws,

which may restrict recording in certain areas.

Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro

USING THE TOUCH SCREEN

Tap

Select an item, turn a setting on or o.

Swipe Left or Right

Switch between Video, Photo and Time Lapse

modes.

Swipe Down From the Edge of the Screen

Open the Dashboard when your camera is in a

landscape orientation.

Swipe Up From the Edge of the Screen

See the last photo or video you captured and access

the Media Gallery.

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Getting to Know Your GoPro

CAPTURE MODES

Your GoPro has three main capture modes.

VIDEO

Change modes by swiping left or right to the one you want.

Video

Includes Standard, Activity, Cinematic and Slo-Mo presets. To learn more,

see Recording Video (page 39).

Photo

Includes Photo, LiveBurst, Burst and Night presets. To learn more, see

Taking Photos (page 48).

Time Lapse

Includes TimeWarp Video, Time Lapse and Night Lapse presets. To learn

more, see Capturing Time Lapse (page 57).

PRO TIP: With the camera on, you can press the Mode button to

switch modes.

Press and Hold the Capture Screen

Turn on and adjust Exposure Control.

Press and Hold Any Back Arrow

Skip back to the main capture, Media Gallery or

Dashboard screen.

Getting to Know Your GoPro

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Getting to Know Your GoPro

GETTING THE SHOT

1. Simply press the Shutter button to start recording.

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2H:11

00:00

2. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording (Video, Time

Lapse and Live Streaming only).

Getting to Know Your GoPro

CAPTURE SCREEN

This screen gives you access to your camera’s capture settings

100% 100%

2H:11

1080 | 60 | W

Standard

1. Current Mode (Video, Photo or Time Lapse)

2. Recording Time/Photos Remaining

3. Customisable On-Screen Shortcuts

4. Capture Settings

5. Battery Status

Heads Up: The capture settings are not available when you turn your

GoPro to take portrait shots. Make sure you choose the settings you want

before rotating your camera.

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