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Programs to View and Edit Videos on a Mac
On a Mac computer there are two of programs that come standard with OSX which are compatible with the H.264 MP4 codec.  For simple video playback QuickTime Player is ideal. If you are... Read More »
Battery-life for the Standard Definition HERO Cameras
You will get 2 hours of recording time (photos or automatic photo mode) out of the Standard Definition HERO camera in mild and warmer temperatures with LITHIUM or Rechargeable NiMH battery types. Alkaline are... Read More »
Standard Definition HERO Video Format
The Standard Definition HERO camera records in motion-jpeg AVI format.
Type of Battery Used In the HD HERO Cameras
The HD HERO kits include a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack. The battery is charged directly through the USB cable when connected from the camera to a computer or USB wall/car power adapter.... Read More »
30 Day Money Back Guarantee for Webstore Purchases
We want you to be totally psyched about the products you purchase from GoPro’s webstore at gopro.com. If at any time within 30 days of receiving your order, you are not 100% satisfied, you... Read More »
Computer Not Recognizing the Camera
If you are having trouble getting your computer to recognize your camera please try the following steps:  Restart the computer. Try plugging the cable into the camera and computer with camera off. Make... Read More »
Camera Does Not Power on Into the Correct Default Settings
If your camera is not powering on into the correct default settings this means you are holding down the power button too long. The button only needs to be pressed once for the... Read More »
Purchasing the HD HERO 960 Camera
Due to the release of the HD HERO2 Professional camera, we discontinued production on the HD HERO 960 camera. However this camera can still be found by using the store locater on our... Read More »
2GB SD Card Recording Times with Standard Definition HERO Cameras
You can use a 2GB SD card in the Standard Defintion HERO camera.  With 2GB you can record up to 56 minutes of continuous video or take over 3000+ photos.
Standard Definition HERO Camera Picture Resolution
The camera takes 3 mega-pixel digital photos. There is also a mode that shoots a photo every 5 seconds automatically for 2 hours when using Lithium or NiMH batteries.
Standard Definition HERO Camera Video Resolution
The Standard Definition HERO records video at 512×384 at 30 frames per second.
Standard Definition HERO Cameras Compatibility with Windows and Mac OS
The Standard Definition HERO cameras are compatible with Windows AND Mac operating systems. You can use with Windows ME/2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS 9.1 or later.
How to Delete CineForm CODECSTATUS on a Mac
On your main Macintosh HD drive, go to Library/LaunchAgents. Then delete the com.cineform.stereomodestatus.plist file. Restart computer and you're good to go.
HDMI Feed To External Monitor Settings
When you connect your HD HERO2 camera to an external monitor with an HDMI cable, your camera should automatically go into live-feed mode.  This means that the monitor will display what the camera's image... Read More »
Updating the HD HERO Original Camera's Software
To determine if your HD HERO Original camera needs a software update, go through your settings menu and locate the LCO/LCF options. If you cannot locate this function, a software update is required.  HD... Read More »