SOFTWARE UPDATES
GoPro releases product updates through so ware updates. Check
to see if any updates are available for your camera or other GoPro
products. Visit: gopro.com/update.
USING YOUR HERO3: BASICS
GETTING STARTED
Before using your HERO3 for the first time:
1. Insert a microSD, microSDHC™ or microSDXC™ card into the card slot
with label facing forward, narrowest part of the card first. Speed Class
4 or higher cards are recommended. When using 0.5 second Time Lapse, a
Speed Class Rating 10 is required.
2. Place battery into the camera.
3. Charge battery. The included lithium-ion battery comes partially charged. To
charge, connect the included USB cable to camera and connect the other end
of the cable to a power source such as a computer, GoPro Wall Charger or
GoPro Auto Charger. No damage will occur to the camera or battery if used
prior to a full charge.
Status Indicator Lights when camera is OFF and
PRO
charging, show:
• Status Indicator Lights are ON when charging.
TIP:
• Status Indicator Lights are OFF when charging is complete.
See BATTERY LIFE for more information.
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