Tips for Users: Go Pro Hero3

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1 Tips for Users: Go Pro Hero3 The GoPro is complicated to use and it takes time to figure it out. Borrow it before you need it to learn how to use it. We do not adjust the settings. The settings may be selected from the last user. Lots of YouTube how-to's available; WIFI network name: Albanygopro Password: goprohero3 Available software is listed on the GoPro Hero website Confirm that the patron is aware of all pieces he/she borrowed [It is OK to give a copy of the PowerPoint and contract} Anti fog inserts are available We will purchase additional pieces. Send suggestions to Regina We have adhesive mounts to give away: curved and flat. If give away tell Regina to order more. For shoots over 40 minutes: The user should borrow extra battery and be sure both are fully charged. Try not to use the Wi-Fi remote and confirm it is powered off. Battery must be charged while in GoPro

2 GO PRO HERO3 Skeleton Housing Press knobs to power on/off, apply settings, record, etc. Confirm thumb screw & Mounts are included See next slide. The Vertical Surface J-Hook buckle and/or Horizontal Surface Quick-Release Buckle Should be included; one may be attached. Picture shows Horizontal Surface Quick-Release Buckle attached. This flier will help you identify pieces. It does not include everything that a person may be borrowing. Refer to the contract to see all pieces.

3 Waterproof backdoor. Also, use when wind > 100mph Skeleton backdoor NOT waterproof To open back door, push up on the front of the black latch top of the housing

4 GO PRO HERO3 Check for: Battery inserted in back Cover to battery attached 32 micro SD card inserted Black plastic cover on side is attached Battery cover This should be attached This plastic cover should be attached after housing is attached

5 Horizontal Surface Quick- Release Buckle Vertical Surface J-Hook 3-way Pivot arm

6 SanDisk 32GB microsdhc Extreme Class 10 UHS-1Memory Card notes below are for what s included in kit; If borrowing an extra card, BOTH PIECES SHOULD BE IN one separate barcoded container Use this to transfer recording to computer. It should be in a separate plastic container. User may need to borrow a card reader if not transferring directly from the GoPro Hero Card should be in GoPro. Must be formatted when returned. Formatting the SD Card SEE NEXT SLIDE

7 FORMAT THE SD CARD: 1. Power ON the GoPro with the SD card inserted by pressing the front (Mode) button. 2. Press the front (Mode) button repeatedly until you see the wrench icon on the camera s screen. 3. Press the top (Shutter) button one time. 4. Press the Mode button repeatedly until you see a trashcan icon. 5. Press the Shutter button one time to select the trashcan icon. 6. Press the Mode button until ALL/Format is highlighted. 7. Press the Shutter button one time to select ALL/Format. 8. Press the Mode button until Yes is highlighted. 9. Press the Shutter button one time to select Yes. Your camera s LED and the trashcan icon will blink to indicate that your SD card is being reformatted.

8 Wi-Fi charging cable Wi-Fi Remote Check for the removable silver clip; use release slide on back to remove clip. Clip must be removed to charge remote; reattach when remote is charged. Confirm that the flier for connecting HERO3 + WI-FI Remote is included NOTE TO USER: Be sure Wi-Fi is turned off when not using. Don t use the remote if you don t need to. The battery drains down fast if the Wi-Fi is kept on.

9 Using the Remote or GoPro App When your Wi-Fi is On, it will use the most recently used Wi-Fi mode and will attempt to connect to that device. Wi-Fi RC (Remote) GoPro App (Smart Device) You can switch the mode by: Turning your GoPro On Double Click on the Wi-Fi Button to access the Wi-Fi Settings Menu Cycle through the settings to pick preferred setting NOTE TO USER: More Detailed Instructions found in Wi-Fi Wireless Controls Flier (or pg or manual)

10 Checking if Wi-Fi is Working If a Blue Light is Flashing from the LED, that means that the Wi-Fi is On To Turn Wi-Fi Off Have the GoPro On Press Wi-Fi On/Off Button until you hear a sound and the Blue light stops flashing To Turn Wi-Fi On Same instructions as above, but Blue Light must be flashing NOTE TO USER: When Wi-Fi is On, the GoPro will use the most recently used Wi-Fi mode and will attempt to connect to that device. See next page for Details Battery Will Drain Faster When Wi-Fi is On

11 Page 1 of 4 Wi-Fi Wireless Controls Flier Wi-Fi Remote

12 Page 2 of 4 Wi-Fi Wireless Controls Flier Wi-Fi Remote See Next Page on How to Connect to GoPro App Username: Albanygopro Password: goprohero3

13 Page 3 of 4 Wi-Fi Wireless Controls Flier GoPro App Username: Albanygopro Password: goprohero3 1. On your smartphone/tablet, complete these steps: a. Download the GoPro App to your smartphone/tablet from the Apple App Store, Google Play, or Windows Phone marketplace. b. Open the app and tap "Connect Your Camera." c. Tap "Add New Device." Android - Click on "Choose A Device" and then "Add New Device." d. Tap "HERO3+/HERO3/HERO2. 2. Press the Power/Mode button to power ON your camera. 5. On your smartphone/tablet, tap "Continue. 6. In your smart phone or tablet's Wi-Fi Network settings menu, connect to the camera's Wi-Fi network. You should find the name of your camera listed in your available Wi-Fi networks 7. Once connected to your camera s Wi-Fi network, go back to the GoPro App on your phone or tablet. 3. On your smartphone/tablet, tap "Continue. 4. On your camera, complete these steps: a. Press the Wi-Fi button on the left of the camera as the lens is facing you. b. Press the Wi-Fi button again and look at the camera's LCD screen to see the Wi-Fi option. Now press the Shutter button. c. Press the camera's front Power button to highlight "GoPro App", and then press the Shutter button to select it. Your camera will display a Wi-Fi signal indicating it is producing a network. 1. Note if you don t see GoPro App in the menu along with Wi-Fi RC, then you need to update your camera s software before you can use the GoPro App. You can update your HERO3 software here: 8. You will be prompted to create a new camera name and password and click "Apply Settings. 9. For ios users: Go back to Settings > Wi-Fi on your phone and select your new camera name, enter the password, then return to the app. 10. Once connected go back to the app and you should be all set! If your HERO3 has never been paired with any smartphone/tablet, follow the instructions to pair the two devices.

14 Page 4 of 4 Wi-Fi Wireless Controls Flier GoPro App Troubleshooting Username: Albanygopro Password: goprohero3 If your device cannot connect to the GoPro, follow these instructions: Reinstall App on Device Check if GoPro has at least 2 Bars of Battery Check on GoPro Website for Options Final Option, Reset Device Password FINAL OPTION- Reset Device Password 1.To reset the password, we need to re-update your camera's network name and password by visiting our webpage here: HERO3 or HERO3+From the HERO3 update page click "Start Update" to begin. From the HERO3+ update page click "Update your camera manually" below "Other Ways to Update" to begin. 2.On the first page, enter your serial number and registration information and then click "Next Step. 3.On the next page, select 'Wi-Fi Update Only' with the blue check mark and click "Next Step. 4.On the next page, enter your new camera name and password. 5.Follow the rest of the on-screen prompts to complete the rest of the update process.

15 Tripod Mount Suction Cup : 3 pieces 3.5mm Mic Adapter Locking plug

16 Adjustable Selfie Stick with Go Pro mount Cell phone mount not needed for Go Pro

17 Rechargeable Battery The battery must charge while in the GoPro; there is no separate charger. You MUST remove the waterproof housing to confirm the battery is in the GoPro for recharging. Wall charger: use to charge Camcorder [with battery in it] and Wi-Fi remote This is what the battery looks like, See barcode on contract for spare battery.

18 Head Strap + Quick Clip [1 barcode; 2 pieces] Chesty, GoPro Chest Mount harness, GoPro blocking the mount. Be sure the mound s screw is present: