To make sure your GoPro HERO5 camera is properly configured, you will need to access the Setup menu. The front LCD is a bit small—is there another way to access the Setup menu? Author Richard Harrington shows you how to access the GoPro HERO5 Setup menu with the physical buttons, back LCD screen, and the GoPro App.
- In order to properly configure…your GoPro HERO5 Black or Session,…you're going to want to access the Setup menu.…It's really important,…and there are a couple of different ways to go about it.…Now, if you're just using the physical buttons…on the camera, it's pretty straightforward.…In the past, pressing the Mode button…would cycle you through different modes,…and one of those modes (camera beeps)…was the Setup mode.…If you're a longtime GoPro user,…you might be wondering where the gear and wrench went.…It's no longer there, in your menu.…
(camera beeps) Well, that's because you can…access everything on the back here.…Simply swiping down from the top will bring up the menu,…and you'll see the choice for Preferences.…So just tap Preferences to access the Setup menu,…which is pretty straightforward.…And this'll make it simple to just scroll through…and see all the choices,…choosing options and bouncing back and forth.…Now, easy enough, but I actually prefer to use the app,…and it's going to make it a bit simpler.…
Author
Richard Harrington
Released
5/17/2018- Choosing a GoPro model
- Understanding your GoPro camera's anatomy
- Charging the battery
- Tips to extend battery life
- Accessing video and photo shooting modes
- Setting white balance for videos and photos
- Shooting in Burst or Time-Lapse mode
- Shooting wirelessly
- Capturing VR with the GoPro Fusion
- Essential accessories for every GoPro owner
Skill Level Beginner
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome1m 20s
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How to use this course2m 50s
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1. A Quick Start with GoPro Cameras
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Unboxing a GoPro HERO6 Black9m 39s
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Choosing a shooting mode1m 59s
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2. Powering Your GoPro5 Camera
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Tips to extend battery life5m 36s
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3. Storage Requirements for a GoPro Camera
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Working with microSD cards3m 55s
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4. Understanding the GoPro Menu System and Status Screen
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5. Setting Up the Default Settings on a GoPro HERO5 Black and HERO5 Session
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Accessing the Setup menu1m 45s
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Using sound indicators1m 30s
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6. Essential Settings for Video Shooting
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Choosing a capture mode3m 54s
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Setting the field of view5m 39s
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Looping video when recording3m 51s
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Using video stabilization2m 29s
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7. Essential Settings for Photo Shooting
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Accessing Photo mode2m 58s
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When to shoot JPEG or RAW3m 55s
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Using Protune for photos4m 51s
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Using the spot meter2m 55s
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Shooting in Burst mode3m 11s
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8. Essential Settings for Timelapse Shooting
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9. Essential Settings for Wireless Shooting
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When to use the GoPro Remote3m 12s
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10. Playing Back and Editing Your Images and Footage
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Intro to GoPro Quik Desktop5m 53s
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An intro to GoPro Studio6m 48s
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11. Capturing VR with the GoPro Fusion
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12. Updating Your Camera's Firmware
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13. Essential Accessories for Every GoPro Owner
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The GoPro Frame3m 10s
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The GoPro Tripod Mount3m 28s
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The GoPro audio adapter2m 13s
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The GoPro Tool1m 56s
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Shooting underwater4m 59s
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Handle or clamp4m 24s
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GoPro harnesses3m 13s
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Conclusion
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Next steps1m 18s
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