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Contents Contents Meet MAX 6 Connecting to Other Devices 59 Setting Up Your Camera 8 Transferring Your Media 61 Getting to Know Your GoPro 13 Customizing Your GoPro 66 HERO Mode + 360 Mode 18 Important Messages 75 Changing Modes + Settings 22 Resetting Your Camera 77 On-Screen Shortcuts 25 Mounting Your GoPro 79 Using QuikCapture 28 Removing the Door 84 Adding HiLight Tags 31 Maintenance 86 Setting the Screen Orientation 32 Battery Information 88 Recording Video 33 Tr
Meet MAX Meet MAX 1 2 9 3 3 13 4 5 11 6 12 7 14 8 10 1. Shutter Button 5. Door 9. Camera Lens (Front) 13. Camera Lens (Back) 2. Status Light 6. USB-C Port 10. Folding Fingers 14. Touch Screen 3. Microphone 7. microSD™ Card Slot 11. Speaker 4. Door Lock 8. Battery 12. Mode Button Learn how to use the accessories that came with your GoPro. See Mounting Your GoPro (page 79).
Setting Up Your Camera Setting Up Your Camera MICROSD CARDS You’ll need a microSD card (sold separately) to save your videos and photos. Use a brand-name card that fits these requirements: MICROSD CARD + BATTERY SETUP 1. Unlock the door, slide it down, and flip it open. • microSD, microSDHC™, or microSDXC™ • Class 10 or UHS-I rating • Capacity up to 256GB For a list of recommended microSD cards, visit gopro.com/microsdcards. Heads Up: Be sure your hands are clean and dry before handling your SD card.
Setting Up Your Camera Setting Up Your Camera 3. Insert the battery. 5. Unplug the cable and shut the door when charging’s complete. 4. Connect your camera to a USB charger or computer using the included USB-C cable. 6. Slide the door all the way up until there’s no gap, and then lock it. It takes about 3 hours for the battery to fully charge. The camera status light will turn off when it’s done. To learn more, see Battery Information (page 88).
Setting Up Your Camera Getting to Know Your GoPro UPDATING YOUR CAMERA’S SOFTWARE To get the latest features and best performance from your GoPro, make sure it’s using the most current software. POWERING ON Press the Mode button to turn on MAX. Updating With the GoPro App 1. Download the app from the Apple© App Store© or Google Play™. 2. Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to connect your camera to your mobile device. If new camera software is available, the app will tell you how to install it.
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro USING THE TOUCH SCREEN CAPTURE MODES Your GoPro has three main capture modes. Tap Selects an item and turns a setting on or off. Swipe Left or Right Switch between Video, Photo, and Time Lapse modes. VIDEO Change modes by swiping left or right to the one you want. Swipe Down From the Edge of the Screen Open the Dashboard when your camera is in a landscape orientation.
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro GETTING THE SHOT CAPTURE SCREEN This screen gives you access to your camera’s capture settings. 1. Simply press the Shutter button to start recording. 1 2 2H:11 100% 100% 5 3 4 Video 1080 | 60 | W 6 1. Current Mode (Video, Photo, or Time Lapse) 2. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording (Video, Time Lapse, and Live Streaming only). 2. Recording Time/Photos Remaining 3. Customizable On-Screen Shortcut 4. HERO/360 Mode Select 5.
HERO Mode + 360 Mode 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 Audio Settings In HERO mode, MAX features four audio settings that lets it record stereo sound or use directional audio to prioritize sound from either side of the camera, no matter which lens you’re using. Tap to choose the best audio for your shot.
HERO Mode + 360 Mode 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 (page 109) • Wind-Noise Reduction (page 110) Tips for Capturing 360 Content • For the best results, mount MAX on the Max Grip + Tripod (sold separately).
Changing Modes + Settings Changing Modes + Settings CHANGING MODES CHANGING CAPTURE SETTINGS Each mode has its own settings that can be adjusted with just a few taps. 1. Swipe left or right to the mode you want. 1. Tap next to the mode you want to change. PHOTO Photo Wide PHOTO PowerPano 3 Seconds 2. Tap the capture settings to see all of the available capture options. 999+ 100% 100% Burst 2. Tap the setting that youAuto want to change. | Wide Night Photo PHOTO Auto | Wide Photo Wide 3.
Changing Modes + Settings On-Screen Shortcuts 3. Scroll down for the more advanced settings. PROTUNE Shutter EV Comp Auto 0 White Balance ISO Min Auto settings, see Protune 100 For details on all advanced (starting page 100). 4. Tap to save your changes and return to the mode selection screen. ISO Max 1600 Sharpness PHOTO Mode Color HERO GoPro High Lens Wide 1. Tap the next to the preset you want to adjust. PHOTO Photo Wide PowerPano 3 Seconds Burst 2.
On-Screen Shortcuts On-Screen Shortcuts 3. Tap where you’d like to put your new shortcut. 5. Tap to save your changes and return to the presets screen. PHOTO ON-SCREEN SETTINGS ON-SCREEN SETTINGS Upper Left Upper Right Lens Off 4. Scroll through all of the available shortcuts on the right and choose the one you want. UPPER RIGHT Clips Upper Left Upper Right Lens Clips Now you can simply tap the shortcut to change settings.
Using QuikCapture Using QuikCapture QuikCapture is the fastest and easiest way to power on your GoPro and get the shot. All it takes is the push of the Shutter button. Setting the Default Capture Mode You can choose your default QuikCapture mode in Preferences. RECORDING WITH QUIKCAPTURE 1. With your camera off, press the Shutter button 2. Press the Shutter button your camera. 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. . 2. Tap Preferences > General > QuikCapture Default.
Using QuikCapture Adding HiLight Tags TAKING TIME LAPSE WITH QUIKCAPTURE Mark favorite moments in your videos and photos by pressing the Mode button during recording or playback. This adds a HiLight Tag that makes those moments easier to find when you’re watching your footage, creating a video, or looking for a certain shot. until your 1. With your camera off, press and hold the Shutter button camera turns on (about 3 seconds). It will start recording in the last Time Lapse mode that you used.
Setting the Screen Orientation Recording Video You can easily switch between landscape and portrait shots by rotating your camera. MAX can even capture photos and videos right-side up when it’s mounted upside down. The touch screen menu will automatically adjust, and your media will play back right-side up. Your GoPro can capture traditional videos with either lens in HERO mode or capture everything from every angle in 360 mode.
Recording Video Recording Video Microphones (HERO Mode) This shortcut makes it easy to change your audio settings on the go. This is especially useful when you’re switching between recording with the front and back lens. Digital Lens (HERO Mode) Changing digital lenses on your GoPro is just like switching out the lenses on a DSLR. They affect the field of view, the cropping, and the fisheye effect in your shot. 1. Tap . 1. Tap 2H:11 100% 100% . 2H:11 100% Video Video 1080 | 60 | W 2.
Video Settings Video Settings Here’s a breakdown of the video settings. Tap the setting to make changes. VIDEO Video 1080 | 60 | Wide and then the VIDEO To learn more, see Digital Lenses (Video) (page 94). Mode RES | FPS HERO 1080 | 60 Lens Max HyperSmooth Wide On Clips Level Horizon MODE Shows you whether your camera is currently in HERO mode or 360 mode. RES | FPS O O HERO mode features two resolutions (RES). 1080p is a widescreen 16:9 resolution that’s great for cinematic shots.
Taking Photos Taking Photos Your GoPro can take traditional, 360, and panoramic photos. Simply choose the type of photo you want, and press the Shutter button . All HERO mode shots are captured at 5.5MP. 360 photos are captured at 16.6MP. ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS When taking photos, HERO and 360 mode each feature one default shortcut. You can swap it out with another shortcut or add a second. PHOTO Use this mode to take a single photo in either HERO or 360 mode.
Taking Photos Taking Photos Photo Timer (360 Mode) 360 photos capture everything around your camera. This can include your finger pressing the Shutter button. The Timer is set to 3 seconds by default so that you’ll have enough time to reposition your hand out of the shot. You can also turn the timer off or set it to 10 seconds. 1. Tap . 999+ 100% 100% 360 Photo 3 Sec 2. Choose 3 seconds, 10 seconds, or Off. 3. Press the Shutter button . Your camera will start the countdown.
Photo Settings Capturing Time Lapse Here’s an overview of the available photo settings. Tap the to access the settings menu, and then tap the setting itself to make changes. Time Lapse turns long events into short shareable videos by taking a frame of video at set intervals. All you have to do is press the Shutter button to start recording, and then press it again to stop.
Capturing Time Lapse Time Lapse Settings ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS Time Lapse mode includes one default shortcut for HERO mode (Digital Lens), but you can switch it out for a different shortcut or add another. Here’s where you can make adjustments to your Time Lapse settings. Tap the and then tap the setting to make changes. To learn more, see On-Screen Shortcuts (page 25). Digital Lens (HERO mode) Swap out digital lenses to change the field of view, the cropping, and the fisheye effect in your shot. 1.
Time Lapse Settings Live Streaming SPEED (TIMEWARP) Set your video speed. Choose a lower speed (2x or 5x) for short activities or higher speeds (10x, 15x, or 30x) for longer activities. In HERO mode, Auto lets your GoPro automatically adjust the speed based on motion, scene detection, and lighting. SETTING UP A LIVE STREAM To learn more, see TimeWarp Video Speed (page 97). FORMAT (HERO MODE) Switch from capturing Time Lapse Video to Time Lapse Photo.
Exposure Control Exposure Control MAX automatically scans the entire scene to choose the exposure level for your shot. Exposure Control lets you decide if only a section of the shot should be used to set the exposure. SETTING EXPOSURE CONTROL USING LOCKED EXPOSURE With this option, your camera locks the exposure until you cancel it. Check out the shot preview on your touch screen. Try Exposure Control if there are sections that are too dark or too light.
Exposure Control Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice Turning Exposure Control Off Exposure Control is automatically turned off when you switch capture modes or restart your camera. It can also be turned off manually. Voice Control gives you easy, hands-free control of your GoPro. It’s great when you’re busy with handlebars, ski poles, and more. Just tell your GoPro what you want it to do. 1. Press the touch screen until a square appears in the middle. 2. Tap in the lower left corner.
Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS There are two types of voice commands: Action commands and Mode commands. Using Mode Commands Use these commands to switch capture modes on the go. Then say, “GoPro, capture” or press the Shutter button to get the shot. Using Action Commands These commands let you switch modes on the fly. If you just recorded a video, you can say, “GoPro take a photo” to snap a photo without manually switching modes.
Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice Playing Back Your Media SEE A COMPLETE LIST OF COMMANDS ON YOUR CAMERA Swipe up to see the last video, photo, or time lapse you took. Swipe left and right to flip through the other files on your SD card. 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Voice Control > Commands. 0:00 / 0:00 CHANGING YOUR VOICE CONTROL LANGUAGE 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Voice Control > Language.
Playing Back Your Media Playing Back Your Media MEDIA (14) Adjust the playback volume Go to the previous or next photo in a group of continuous photos Heads Up: The playback options will vary based on the type of media you’re viewing. PRO TIP: Some playback options are not available when you’re holding your camera in portrait orientation. Make adjustments to those settings in landscape orientation before rotating your camera.
Playing Back Your Media Connecting to Other Devices Deleting Multiple Files CONNECTING TO THE GOPRO APP Use the GoPro app to control your MAX, share videos and photos on the go, and automatically transform your footage into awesome video stories synced with effects and music. 1. Tap . 2. Tap all of the files that you want to delete. Tap a file again if you want to de-select it. 3. Tap to delete the selected files. VIEWING VIDEOS + PHOTOS ON A MOBILE DEVICE 1. Connect your camera to the GoPro app.
Connecting to Other Devices Transferring Your Media SETTING THE CONNECTION SPEED Your GoPro is set to use the 5GHz Wi-Fi band (the fastest available) when connecting to other mobile devices. CREATING VIDEO STORIES You can set up your GoPro to automatically send videos and photos to your phone. The GoPro app will use them to create fully edited video stories complete with music and effects. Change the Wi-Fi band to 2.4GHz if your device or region does not support 5GHz. 1.
Transferring Your Media Transferring Your Media TRANSFERRING YOUR MEDIA TO A COMPUTER AUTO UPLOADING TO THE CLOUD With a GoPro PLUS subscription, you can automatically upload your media to the cloud where you can view, edit, and share it from any device. 1. Be sure that your computer is running the latest version of its operating system. 2. Download and install the GoPro Player for Mac® or GoPro MAX Exporter for Windows® (GoPro Player for Windows coming soon) from gopro.com/apps. 3.
Transferring Your Media Transferring Your Media MANUALLY UPLOADING TO THE CLOUD You can also manually upload your media to the cloud at any time. (Your GoPro must be connected to a power outlet, and Auto Upload must be off.) TURNING OFF AUTO UPLOAD You can keep your camera from trying to upload every time it’s connected to a power outlet. 1. Subscribe to GoPro PLUS. 2. Connect your camera to a power outlet. 3. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 4. Tap Preferences > GoPro PLUS > Manual Upload.
Customizing Your GoPro USING THE DASHBOARD With your camera in landscape orientation, swipe down to access the Dashboard and Preferences. Customizing Your GoPro 04:53 PM 09/19/19 Preferences Preferences DASHBOARD FEATURES The Dashboard lets you quickly tap the following settings on and off: Voice Control Camera Beeps QuikCapture CONNECTION STATUS Check the top of the Dashboard to see your connection status. GPS is on (white). GPS is off (gray). GPS is unavailable (gray).
Customizing Your GoPro CHANGING PREFERENCES Preferences let you set up your GoPro any way you want. CONNECTIONS Set all of your GoPro’s wireless connections. Wireless Connections Turn your camera’s wireless connections on and off. Connect Device Connect to the GoPro app. To learn more, see Connecting to the GoPro App (page 59). Camera Info See your camera’s name and password. Wi-Fi Band Choose 5GHz or 2.4GHz as your connection speed. Set 5GHz only if your phone and region support it.
Customizing Your GoPro Customizing Your GoPro Video Compression Set the file format for your videos. Choose HEVC (to reduce file sizes) or H.264 + HEVC (to use H.264 to maximize compatibility with older devices while using HEVC for advanced settings). TOUCH SCREEN Adjust Orientation, set the Screen Saver, and adjust brightness. Time and Date Use to manually adjust the time and date. Both are automatically updated when you connect your camera to the GoPro app.
Customizing Your GoPro Customizing Your GoPro REGIONAL ABOUT Update your GoPro, plus find your camera’s name, serial number, battery condition, and software version. Turn on GPS, choose your language, and see all of your camera’s regulatory information. GPS Turn on GPS to track your speed, distance, and more. Add performance stickers in the GoPro app to show how fast, far, and high you were going in your videos. For more information and mobile device compatibility, check out gopro.com/telemetry.
Customizing Your GoPro Important Messages RESET Format your SD card or reset your camera’s settings. HIGH TEMPERATURE The Temperature icon appears on the touch screen if your camera becomes too hot and needs to cool down. Your camera was designed to recognize when it’s at risk of overheating and will shut down when needed. Simply let it sit and cool before using it again. Format SD Card Reformat your SD card. This will erase all of your media, so be sure to save it first.
Important Messages FILE REPAIR MAX will automatically try to fix damaged files. Files can be damaged if your camera loses power while recording or if there’s a problem saving the file. The File Repair icon will appear on the touch screen when a repair is in progress. Your camera will let you know when it’s finished and if the file was fixed. MEMORY CARD FULL Your camera will let you know when your SD card is full. You’ll need to move or delete some files if you want to keep recording.
Resetting Your Camera Mounting Your GoPro RESTORING FACTORY SETTINGS This will restore all of your camera’s original settings, clear all device connections, and deregister your camera from GoPro PLUS. This is useful if you’re giving your camera to a friend and want to completely reset it to its original state. 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Reset> Factory Reset.
Mounting Your GoPro ATTACHING YOUR CAMERA TO MOUNTS Depending on the mount you’re using, you’ll either use a mounting buckle or attach your GoPro directly to the mount itself. See Using Adhesive Mounts (page 82) for tips on using adhesive mounts. Mounting Your GoPro 4. Attach the mounting buckle to the mount. a. Flip up the mounting buckle plug. b. Slide the buckle into the mount until it clicks into place. c. Press the plug back down so that it sits flush with the buckle. 1.
Mounting Your GoPro Mounting Your GoPro USING ADHESIVE MOUNTS Follow these guidelines when attaching adhesive mounts to helmets, vehicles, and gear: WARNING: The Curved Adhesive Mount and Mounting Buckle included with MAX may be used for helmet mounting. Do not use the Curved Fusion Mount (included with Fusion Mounts, sold separately) to mount MAX to a helmet. • Attach mounts at least 24 hours before you use them.
Removing the Door Removing the Door There might be times when you need to remove your camera’s door. REATTACHING THE DOOR 1. Line the door up with the small silver bar. WARNING: Only remove the door in a dry, dust-free environment. The camera is not waterproof when the door is open or removed. 2. Press the door tightly into the small silver bar until it snaps into place and is securely attached. REMOVING THE DOOR 1. Unlock the door, slide it down, and flip it open. 2.
Maintenance Here are some more tips to get the best performance from your camera: • Always use the black lens caps to protect the lenses when you’re not using your camera. The lenses are exposed to capture spherical content and are unprotected. Scratches to the lenses are not covered under the warranty. • Use the clear Protective Lenses if you want added lens protection when you’re using your camera. NOTICE: The clear lenses may affect image quality under certain conditions.
Battery Information MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE A low battery message will appear on the touch screen when the battery charge drops below 10%. If the charge runs out while recording video, your camera will stop recording, save the video, and turn itself off. Here are some things you can do to maximize battery life: • Capture video at lower frame rates and resolutions. • Use the Screensaver and lower the screen Brightness. • Turn off GPS. • Turn off Wireless Connections.
Battery Information WARNING: Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred, microwave, incinerate, or paint your camera or battery. Do not insert foreign objects into any opening on the camera, such as the USB-C port. Do not use your camera if it’s been damaged—for example, if cracked, punctured, or harmed by water. Disassembling or puncturing the integrated battery can cause an explosion or fire.
Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video RESOLUTION (VIDEO, TIMEWARP, TIME LAPSE) HERO mode captures traditional video in your choice of two resolutions, while 360 mode captures 5.6K spherical video. FRAMES PER SECOND (VIDEO) Frames per second (fps) refers to the number of frames captured in each second of video. A higher fps value (60 fps) is better at capturing fastaction shots. You can also use high fps footage for slow-motion playback.
Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video DIGITAL LENSES (HERO MODE–VIDEO) Digital lenses let you choose how much of the scene is captured by your camera. The different lenses also affect the zoom level and the fisheye effect in your shot. For Video mode, Max SuperView captures the largest field of view while Narrow captures the smallest. MAX HYPERSMOOTH VIDEO STABILIZATION (HERO MODE) Max HyperSmooth gives you unbreakable stabilization by using a 180° field of view as the ultimate video buffer.
Tech Specs: Photo Tech Specs: Time Lapse DIGITAL LENSES (HERO MODE–PHOTO) The field of view (FOV) refers to how much of the scene is captured by your camera. MAX takes photos using two fields of view. TIMEWARP VIDEO SPEED You can increase TimeWarp video speed up to 30x to turn longer activities into shareable moments. Setting Description Max SuperView (13mm) Widest, most immersive field of view ever on a GoPro. Wide (16mm) Wide field of view will less fisheye effect than Max SuperView.
Tech Specs: Time Lapse Tech Specs: Time Lapse Setting Examples 2x–5x Driving through a scenic route 10x Hiking and exploring Time Lapse Video Recording Time Use this chart to determine the length of your videos. For example, recording for 5 minutes with a 0.5-second interval will give you 20 seconds of time lapse video. Recording for 15 minutes will give you 1 minute of video. 15x–30x Running and mountain biking Setting Recording Time Video Length 0.
Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune PROTUNE Protune unlocks your camera’s full creative potential by giving you manual control of Color, White Balance, Shutter Speed, and more. It’s compatible with professional color correction tools and other editing software. BIT RATE (HERO MODE) Bit Rate determines the amount of data used to record a second of video. MAX lets you choose between high or low. Here are some things to keep in mind: • Protune is available as an advanced setting for selected modes.
Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune COLOR Color lets you adjust the color profile of your videos or photos. Scroll between the options on the right side of the Color screen to see a live preview of each setting, and then tap the one you want. ISO MINIMUM/MAXIMUM ISO Minimum and ISO Maximum let you set a range for the camera’s sensitivity to light and image noise. Image noise refers to the degree of graininess in the shot.
Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune SHUTTER The Protune Shutter setting only applies to the Video and Photo modes. This setting determines how long the shutter stays open. Scroll between the options to see a live preview of each setting, and then tap the one you want. The default setting is Auto. EXPOSURE VALUE COMPENSATION (EV COMP) Exposure Value Compensation affects the brightness of your videos and photos.
Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune SHARPNESS Sharpness controls the quality of details captured in your video footage or photos. Options for this setting are High (default), Medium, and Low. RAW AUDIO (HERO MODE) This setting creates a separate .wav file for your video, in addition to the standard .mp4 audio track. You can select the level of processing to apply to the RAW audio track. Scroll between the options to see a live preview of each setting, and then tap the one you want.
Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune MICROPHONES (HERO MODE) Your camera’s Microphone settings give you unprecedented versatility, especially if you’re a vlogger. You can choose from four settings that prioritize sound coming from either side of the camera based on which lens is being used. 360 AUDIO (360 MODE) MAX uses its six microphones to deliver spherical surround sound not only from in front of and behind the camera, but also above and below it.
Tech Specs: Protune Customer Support WIND-NOISE REDUCTION Your GoPro uses six microphones to capture sound while recording video. You can customize how they’re used based on conditions where you’re shooting and the type of sound you want in your finished video. GoPro is dedicated to providing the best possible service. To reach GoPro Customer Support, visit gopro.com/help. Setting Description Auto (default) Automatically filters out excessive wind (and water) noise.
