GoPro MAX User Manual HERO Mode + 360 Mode

MAX lets you capture traditional HERO-style videos and photos or immersive 360 footage. Just tap HERO/360 mode select in the lower left corner of the screen to pick your shot.

HERO MODE

HERO mode lets you shoot traditional videos and photos with either the front (non-touch screen side) or back lens (touch screen side).

1. Tap to choose the lens you’ll be using.

2. Press the Shutter button to start recording.

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PRO TIP: Choose HERO mode and the back lens to frame and capture awesome selfies.

360 MODE

Use 360 mode to capture amazing spherical footage. View and share it as 360 content or use the GoPro app to reframe it as traditional videos and photos.

1. 360 mode captures everything around you, but you can tap to choose which lens view will be shown on the touch screen.

2. Press the Shutter button to start recording.

360 Mode Audio Settings

In 360 mode, MAX uses its six microphones to record amazing audio that’s just as immersive as the footage itself. It features two audio settings for recording 360 surround sound or stereo sound. You can also set it up to filter out excessive wind noise.

To learn more, see:

• 360 Audio

• Wind-Noise Reduction

Tips for Capturing 360 Content

• For the best results, mount MAX on the Max Grip + Tripod (sold separately). It was specially designed for shooting 360 footage without getting the grip in your shot.

• Mounting with the Max Grip + Tripod is recommended, but if you’re going to take a handheld shot, hold MAX near its base to minimize how much of your hand gets into your footage.

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CAUTION: Do not use the folding fingers to hold your camera. They can heat up during recording. Leave the fingers folded for handheld shots.

• Aim one of the lenses directly at your subject. Even though MAX captures everything around you, you’ll get better footage if you lock in on your subject.

• Use voice commands. This will let you start capture remotely so you don’t have to move your hand out of the way after pressing the Shutter button.

• Watch your 360 footage on the GoPro app to see your stabilized Video and TimeWarp shots. This will give you the smoothest 360 footage possible.

• Use Reframe in the GoPro app to turn your 360 content into amazing traditional videos and photos. You’ll be able to recapture the scene from any angle as many times as you want.