GoPro SPBL1 User manual

Regulatory Model

Number SPBL1

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Contents Contents

Regulatory Model Number SPBL1—Regulatory Model Number

Meet Your Regulatory Model Number SPBL1 6

Setting Up Your Camera 

Getting to Know Your GoPro 14

Customizing Your GoPro 27

Using QuikCapture 36

Adding HiLight Tags 96

Setting the Screen Orientation 39

Recording Video 40

Video Settings 46

Taking Photos 49

Photo Settings 56

Capturing Time Lapse 58

Time Lapse Settings 62

Live Streaming 65

Exposure Control 66

Connecting to an External Microphone 69

Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice 70

Playing Back Your Media 74

Connecting to Other Devices 78

Transferring Your Media 80

Setting Your Preferences 85

Important Messages 94

Resetting Your Camera 96

Mounting Your GoPro 98

Removing the Door 103

Maintenance 105

Battery Information 106

Troubleshooting 109

Tech Specs: Video 110

Tech Specs: Photo 121

Tech Specs: Time Lapse 126

Tech Specs: Protune 131

Customer Support 139

Trademarks 139

Regulatory Information 139

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Meet Your Regulatory Model Number SPBL1

1. Shutter Button

2. Door

3. Door Latch

4. Status Light

5. Front Screen

6. microSD™ Card Slot

7. Battery

8. USB-C Port

9. Microphone

10. Folding Fingers

Meet Your Regulatory Model Number SPBL1

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

See Mounting Your GoPro (starting page 98).

11. Mode Button

12. Speaker

13. Touch Screen

14. Removable Lens

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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 256GB

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

Heads Up: Be 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 be sure to 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 80).

Setting Up Your Camera Setting Up Your Camera

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

For maximum performance, be sure to use the GoPro Rechargeable

Battery (Regulatory Model Number SPBL1) with your new GoPro.

Although older GoPro and non-GoPro batteries may t in your

Regulatory Model Number SPBL1, 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

included USB-C cable.

It takes about 2 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 106).

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

(sold separately).

MICROSD CARD + BATTERY SETUP

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 current 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 Regulatory Model Number SPBL1 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 > Connections > Camera Info.

Setting Up Your CameraSetting Up Your Camera

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

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

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

WARNING: Your camera’s door is removable. Be 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 Regulatory Model Number

SPBL1.

POWERING OFF

Press and hold the Mode button for 3 seconds to turn it o.

WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro and its mounts

and accessories. Always be aware of your surroundings to

avoid injuring yourself and others.

Be sure to 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 to turn it 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

Using the rear touch screen, swipe left or right to the mode you want.

Video

Includes Standard, Activity, Cinematic, and Slo-Mo presets.

To learn more, see Recording Video (page 40).

Photo

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

see Taking Photos (page 49).

Time Lapse

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

To learn more, see Capturing Time Lapse (page 58).

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 to Know Your GoPro

GETTING THE SHOT

1. Simply press the Shutter button to start recording.

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

Time Lapse, and Live Streaming only).

FRONT SCREEN

Regulatory Model Number SPBL1’s new front LCD screen features a

live view from the lens (perfect for self capture), plus up-to-the-second

camera info.

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

2. Recording Time/Photos Remaining

3. Capture Settings

4. Battery Status

Front Screen Settings

The front screen has four settings.

1. Swipe down on the rear touch screen.

2. Tap the icon of the front screen setting that you want.

Setting Description

Full Screen

Displays the live preview from the lens to as a

full-screen shot. The image is cropped for the

display, but will be captured without cropping.

Actual View Displays the live preview from the lens without

cropping.

Status Only Displays camera status without the live preview

from the lens.

Screen O Turns the front screen o. The best setting for

preserving battery life.

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