Brand: GoPro
Category: Electronics
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for HERO5 Session
Uploaded: Aug. 10, 2025, 12:49 a.m.
Warranty Information
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The HERO5 Session camera allows users to capture video and photos. Key operations include:
- Charging the Battery: Connect the camera to a power source using the included USB cable.
- Inserting/Removing microSD Card: Insert or remove the microSD card at a downward angle.
- Powering On/Off: Press the Shutter button to power on and begin recording. The camera powers off automatically after a period of inactivity or when recording is stopped.
- Capturing Video: Select Video mode, then choose a capture mode (Video, Video + Photo, Looping) and settings. Press the Shutter button to start recording.
- Capturing Photos: Select Photo mode, then choose a capture mode (Photo, Burst, Night) and settings. Press the Shutter button to capture photos.
- Capturing Time Lapse: Select Time Lapse mode, then choose a capture mode (Time Lapse Photos, Night Lapse Photo, Time Lapse Video) and settings. Press the Shutter button to start capturing.
- Voice Control: Use voice commands to control the camera, such as starting/stopping recording or taking photos.
- Playback: Connect to a computer or mobile device to play back content, or use an HDMI adapter to connect to a TV.
- Offloading Content: Transfer files to a computer using the Quik app or a card reader. Content can also be uploaded to the cloud with a GoPro Plus subscription.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Issue | My GoPro won't power on |
|---|---|
| Solution | Ensure the camera is charged. Use the included USB cable and a computer, or a GoPro-manufactured charging device. |
| Issue | My GoPro won't respond when I press a button |
| Solution | If the camera freezes, press and hold the Menu button for about eight seconds to power it off. This resets the camera without losing content or settings. |
| Issue | Forgot username or password |
| Solution | Navigate to Connection Settings > Camera Info to view your camera's username (ID) and password (pw). |
| Issue | How to turn off the camera |
| Solution | If not connected to an app or remote, it powers off automatically after recording stops. When connected, use the Power icon in the app or the Power/Mode button on the remote. If disconnected from the app/remote, navigate to Turn Camera Off via the Menu. To also turn off wireless, navigate to Turn WiFi Off. |
| Issue | Playback on computer is choppy |
| Solution | Ensure you are using an H.264 compatible video player (latest Quik for desktop recommended). Verify your computer meets HD playback requirements. If not, record at 1080p60 with Protune off, or try 720p30. |