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TABLE OF CONTENTS The Basics 4 Getting Started 8 Camera Status Screen 16 Camera Menus 17 Camera Modes 20 Navigating Settings Menus 21 Video Mode 22 Photo Mode 25 Multi-Shot Mode 26 Setup Mode 31 Protune 34 Transferring Files to a Computer 38 Omni Files and GoPro Software 39 Smart Remote 40 Battery 41 Important Messages 44 Troubleshooting 46 Customer Support 48 Trademarks 48 Regulatory Information 48
THE BASICS THE BASICS 4 5 1 6 2 3 7 1. 2. 3. 4. 4 Inner Cube (Synchronizer) Frame (6x Outer Panels) Camera Position Indicator (1-6) Mounting Corner (1/4-20 Threaded Insert, 1x Top under removable Corner Cap, 1x Bottom) 5. Power Connector (2.5mm x 5.5mm) 6. HEROBus Connector (30-pin) 7.
THE BASICS THE BASICS 1 9 2 9 3 1 4 1 11 5 12 13 6 7 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 6 Camera Status Light (red) Shutter/Select Button [ ] Wireless Status Light (blue) Camera Status Screen Power/Mode Button [ ] Micro HDMI Port (cable not included) 7. microSD Card Slot 8. Mini-USB Port (supports composite A/V cable/3.5mm stereo mic adapter, not included) 9. Audio Alert 10. Microphone 11. HEROPort 12. Settings/Tag Button [ 13.
GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED MEMORY CARDS HERO4 Black requires a microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC memory card. The card must have a minimum rating of Class 10 or UHS-I, and a capacity of 32GB or 64GB. For a list of SD cards recommended for use with Omni, visit the Omni Support Hub at gopro.com/help. ROLE OF THE PRIMARY CAMERA The camera that is connected to the inner cube and marked with 1 is referred to as the primary camera. All other cameras are referred to as secondary cameras.
GETTING STARTED ASSEMBLING THE ARRAY GETTING STARTED c. Connect a camera to the HEROBus connector on the inner cube. Installing the Cameras The All Inclusive Omni package ships with the cameras already installed. If you want to re-install a camera or if you have the Rig Only version of Omni, follow the steps below. 1. Confirm that all cameras are HERO4 Black cameras. Other GoPros are not supported. 2. Confirm that all cameras are using the same version of array firmware.
GETTING STARTED e. Tighten the screws in a star pattern. 4. Tighten the screws for the panel. 5. Repeat steps 3-6 for the remaining cameras. SUPPLYING POWER TO THE RIG You have two options for powering the rig: external power or the camera batteries. NOTICE: Do not switch from one power source to another (camera batteries to external power or external power to camera batteries) without first powering off the cameras.
GETTING STARTED WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro as part of your active lifestyle. Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid injury to yourself and others. GETTING STARTED POWERING ON + OFF ALL CAMERAS IN THE array Abide by all local laws when using your GoPro and related mounts and accessories, including all privacy laws, which may restrict recording in certain areas. MOUNTING OMNI 1. If you want to use the top 1/4-20 threaded insert, unscrew the corner cap. 2.
CAMERA STATUS SCREEN Your HERO4 Black features a status screen that displays the following information: 1. Camera Mode/FOV (field of view) 1 2. Resolution/fps 2 (frames per second) 3 3. Protune™ (if on) 4. Number of Files Captured 4 5. Available Time on Memory Card 6. Wireless (if on) 5 7.
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CAMERA MODES NAVIGATING SETTINGS MENUS The HERO4 Black features four camera modes. To cycle through the modes, press the Power/Mode button [ ]. Each mode has its own settings menu. Follow the instructions below on your camera or the Smart Remote to navigate the settings menus.
VIDEO MODE VIDEO MODE Video mode contains two capture modes: Video and Time Lapse Video. VIDEO SETTINGS The capture mode that you select in Video mode determines the settings that appear in the rest of the menu. Capture Mode Description Video (default) Captures video. Time Lapse Video Creates video from frames captured at specific intervals. Time Lapse Video is captured without audio. Protune™ is not available in this capture mode. CAPTURING VIDEO 1. Verify that the camera is in Video mode.
VIDEO MODE PHOTO MODE CAPTURE RESOLUTION, FPS, AND FOV With Omni, each HERO4 Black camera captures video at the following resolutions: Photo mode contains one capture mode: Single photo. Video Resolution FPS (NTSC/ PAL) FOV Screen Resolution 2.7K 4:3 30/25 Wide 2704x2028, 4:3 1440p 60/50 Wide 1920x1440, 4:3 960p 120/120 Wide 1280x960, 4:3 High-Performance Video Modes, Camera Temperatures, and Battery Performance When capturing video at 2.
MULTI-SHOT MODE MULTI-SHOT MODE Multi-Shot mode contains three capture modes: Burst, Time Lapse and Night Lapse. CAPTURING TIME LAPSE OR NIGHT LAPSE PHOTOS 1. Select the desired multi-shot capture mode (Time Lapse or Night Lapse): a. Press the Power/Mode button [ ] repeatedly until you get to Multi-Shot mode. ] to open the settings menu. b. Press the Settings/Tag button [ c. Press the Shutter/Select button [ ] repeatedly until you get to the desired capture mode (Time Lapse or Night Lapse). d.
MULTI-SHOT MODE MULTI-SHOT MODE RATE Rate applies only to Burst. Photos can be captured at the following rates: 3 photos in 1 second 5 photos in 1 second SHUTTER Shutter applies only to Night Photo and Night Lapse and determines the amount of time that the shutter is open. The options for this setting are auto (up to 2 seconds), 2, 5, 10, 15, 20 or 30 seconds. The default setting is auto.
MULTI-SHOT MODE SETUP MODE Setup mode contains settings for wireless and settings to customize your camera . For instructions on how to change the following settings, see Navigating Settings Menus (page 21). INTERVAL Interval applies only to Time Lapse and Night Lapse. Interval determines the amount of time that passes between each captured frame. Time Lapse Intervals Available intervals for Time Lapse range from 2 seconds (default) to 60 seconds.
SETUP MODE SETUP MODE LEDS DELETE This setting determines which camera status lights (red) to activate. The options for this setting are 4 (top, bottom, front, back), 2 (front and back), or off (none). The default setting is 4. Note: The Wireless status light (blue) is always activated unless you select off for this setting. BEEPS You can set the volume for the sound indicators to be 100% (default), 70% or off.
PROTUNE PROTUNE PROTUNE BENEFITS Protune unlocks the camera’s full potential, yielding stunning image quality and cinema-caliber video optimized for professional productions. Color lets you adjust the color profile of your video and photos. Protune is compatible with professional color correction tools, GoPro software and other video editing software. PROTUNE The options for this setting are off (default) and on. When Protune is on, PT appears on the camera status screen.
PROTUNE PROTUNE ISO LIMIT EXPOSURE VALUE COMPENSATION (EV COMP) ISO Limit adjusts the camera’s sensitivity in low-light environments, and creates a balance between brightness and resulting image noise. Image noise refers to the degree of graininess in the image.
TRANSFERRING FILES TO A COMPUTER OMNI FILES AND GOPRO SOFTWARE Remove the microSD cards from the cameras. Complete these steps for each microSD card: 1. Connect the card reader to your computer. 2. Insert the microSD card into the reader. 3. Transfer your files to your computer. 4. If appropriate, delete the files from your cards. Files recorded with Omni are optimized for use with GoPro Omni Importer.
SMART REMOTE BATTERY The Smart Remote can control your cameras from up to 600’ (180m) away in optimal conditions with a clear line of sight between the Smart Remote and the Omni. To use the Smart Remote with Omni, pair it only with the primary camera. You can then control all 6 cameras remotely. MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE The battery icon on the camera screen blinks when the battery drops below 10%.
BATTERY REMOVING THE BATTERY FROM THE CAMERA The HERO4 Black battery is designed to have a tight fit to maximize reliability in high-vibration activities. To Remove the Battery: 1. Open the battery door by placing your thumb in the indentation in the battery door (on the bottom of the camera) and sliding it to the left. Allow the door to open. 2. Grasp the battery pull-tab and remove the battery from the camera. WARNING: Only use manufacturer-recommended replacement batteries for your camera.
IMPORTANT MESSAGES IMPORTANT MESSAGES MICROSD CARD MESSAGES If you cannot capture video, one of the microSD cards may be missing, full, or experiencing an error. FILE REPAIR ICON NO SD No card present. The camera requires a microSD, microSDHC or microSDXC card (sold separately) to capture videos. FULL Card is full. Delete files or swap card. SD ERR Camera is unable to read card formatting. Reformat the card in the camera.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING MY GOPRO WON’T POWER ON Make sure the camera’s battery is charged or the array is connected to an external power supply. Omni takes a moment to recognize the external voltage being supplied. • Without camera batteries installed, Omni might not respond to a rapid attempt to power up, if the external power supply was not yet recognized.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT GoPro is dedicated to providing the best possible service. To reach GoPro Customer Support, visit gopro.com/help. TRADEMARKS GoPro, HERO, Protune, SuperView, and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2016 GoPro, Inc. All rights reserved.
