- To make sure you don't miss an awesome shot…by having no juice, it's important to understand…how your GoPro batteries work.…Now GoPro batteries will typically last…between one and two hours.…But this largely depends upon…what you're doing with the camera and how it's set up.…Things like the frame rate, the frame size,…and whether or not you're using Wi-Fi are all factors.…We'll talk more about strategies in a little bit…on how to preserve your battery life, but for now…let's start by actually getting the battery fully charged.…When you take the GoPro out of the box…the battery may not be fully charged.…
The first step is to get it fully topped off.…Now, some people…like to completely drain their battery first…and make sure it's fully discharged then charge it back up…but that's not really as important anymore…with modern batteries as it used to be.…On the side of the camera make sure you locate the USB port,…you'll find it here on the HERO Silver or Black…and it's the same thing here on the Session,…all we have to do is open up that side panel…
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2/18/2016Make sure to check out other courses in our GoPro training series to explore different creative uses for the GoPro, such as capturing action sports or car-mounted footage.
- Choosing a GoPro that's right for you
- Changing GoPro cases
- Choosing a shooting mode
- Recording with a GoPro
- Charging the battery
- Choosing a memory card
- Working with the GoPro menu system
- Setting up the different modes and display settings
- Shooting video with a GoPro
- Shooting still photos
- Recording time-lapse video
- Shooting wirelessly with a GoPro remote or app
- Updating GoPro firmware
- Working with accessories such as tripods
Skill Level Beginner
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Introduction
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Welcome1m 5s
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1. A Quick Start with GoPro Cameras
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Unboxing a GoPro camera6m 17s
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Basic camera anatomy7m 48s
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Inserting a memory card6m 24s
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Powering up the camera2m 47s
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Choosing a shooting mode2m 25s
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2. Powering Your GoPro Camera
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Tips to extend battery life5m 11s
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Powering up a GoPro HERO3m 13s
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3. Storage Requirements for a GoPro Camera
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Working with microSD cards4m 25s
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4. Understanding the GoPro Menu System
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5. Setting Up the Default Settings on a GoPro HERO and HERO Session
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Accessing the Setup menu4m 1s
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Adjusting onscreen display4m 17s
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Using sound indicators2m 41s
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6. Essential Settings for Video Shooting
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Choosing a capture mode3m 31s
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Setting the field of view2m 54s
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Using Protune for video5m 11s
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Using the spot meter2m 36s
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Looping video when recording3m 38s
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7. Essential Settings for Photo Shooting
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Using Protune for photos4m 28s
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Using the spot meter2m 4s
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Shooting in Burst mode1m 56s
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8. Essential Settings for Time-Lapse Shooting
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Using Night Lapse mode3m 42s
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9. Essential Settings for Wireless Shooting
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When to use the GoPro app1m 30s
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10. Playing Back Your Images and Footage
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11. Updating Your Camera's Firmware
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12. Essential Accessories for Every GoPro Owner
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The GoPro frame3m 55s
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The GoPro tripod mount3m 7s
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The GoPro audio adapter1m 54s
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The GoPro tool2m 40s
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Shooting underwater4m 21s
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Handles and grips4m 32s
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Conclusion
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Next steps1m
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