GoPro HERO7 Black User Manual Setting Up Your Camera

MICROSD CARDS

You’ll need a microSD™ card (sold separately) to save your videos and photos. Use a brand name card that fits 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 first.

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.

INSTALLING YOUR MICROSD CARD

1. Hold down the Latch Release button on the battery door, then slide the door open.

2. With your camera off, 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 fingernail.

INSTALLING + CHARGING THE BATTERY

Make sure your battery is fully charged before heading out.

1. Hold down the Latch Release button on the battery door, then slide the door open.

2. Insert the battery, then close the door.

   

3. Open the side door and 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 off when it’s done. To learn more, see Battery Information.
   

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PRO TIP: For the fastest charging, use the GoPro Supercharger (sold separately).

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 With the Quik Desktop App

1. Download the app from gopro.com/apps.

2. Connect your camera to your computer using the included USB-C cable. If new camera software is available, the app will tell you how to install it.

Updating Manually

1. Visit gopro.com/update.

2. Choose HERO7 Black from the list of cameras.

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

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PRO TIP: Want to know what software version you’re using? Here’s where you can find out.

• Swipe down to access the Dashboard.

• Tap Preferences > About > Camera Info.