User's Manual

Pro Tip: When using camera in rain or water, apply RAIN-X or similar anti-beading
solution to housing lens to prevent water spots from forming. When RAIN-X is not
available, periodically licking the lens may help.
To swap out backdoor:
1. Open backdoor so that it hangs downward.
2. Gently pull downward on the backdoor until it snaps free from hinge.
3. Line up replacement backdoor into hinge opening.
4. Push upwards on backdoor until it clicks into place.
PROTECTING THE CAMERA
The rubber seal lining the camera housing door forms a waterproof barrier that
protects the HERO3 in wet and underwater conditions. Keep the rubber seal clean
and locked tight when closed; a single hair or grain of sand can cause a leak.
After every use in salt water, rinse housing and rubber door seal with non-salt water.
Pat case dry, avoiding contact with seal; allow seal to air dry. Drying this area with a
cloth can leave lint which may compromise the closure.
WARNING: Failure to follow these steps when using the HERO3 can result in leaks
that may damage the camera. Failure to properly clean the housing after each use
may cause corrosion of the hinge pin, and salt build-up in the seal which could
compromise waterproof soundness. Water damage due to user error is not covered
by the warranty.
ATTACHING CAMERA TO MOUNTS
Attach the HERO3 to curved or flat surfaces using one of the many GoPro mount
accessories. The HERO3 camera, attachment buckle, proper mount and thumb screw
are all it takes.
USING CURVED OR FLAT ADHESIVE MOUNTS
Attaching the camera to a helmet, surfboard, vehicle or other just about anything is
fast and easy. The attachment buckle permits the camera to be clicked ON/OFF a
secured adhesive mount in an instant.
LOCKING PLUG
Using the camera in high impact sports such as surfing or skiing where significant
vibration may occur? Use the special locking plug (optional purchase) which
securely locks attachment buckle fingers into place--helping prevent accidental
housing release from the mount.