Multi-Cam GoPro Kit
This page will run you through using the Multi-Cam GoPro Kit, which includes 3 Action cameras that can be used for multi-camera/live-performance video productions, all in a small, easy-to-carry kit.
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This page will run you through using the Multi-Cam GoPro Kit, which includes 3 Action cameras that can be used for multi-camera/live-performance video productions, all in a small, easy-to-carry kit.
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Below is a helpful 10 minute video that will demonstrate the basic functions and operations of using the GoPro Hero11 Black. There are a few things to note, however:
Never remove the side door
Never remove the lens hood
Though you can charge the battery in the GoPro, we recommend using our included external charger which will charge three kit batteries simultaneously.
While we don't recommend using the Quik app for transferring files, it can be useful for things like live viewing your shot on your phone, changing settings on the Go Pro after it has been mounted, and other remote functions
The power button can be found on the side of the camera. Press or hold it to turn on the camera. To turn off the camera, hold it down for three seconds.
The GoPro remote allows you to control the settings and start/stop recording on the GoPros wirelessly, even controlling all 3 GoPros at once.
When you turn the remote on, it will pop up with options for which GoPro to control. To connect two or three cameras, select the first "multi-cam" option by clicking the red record button. Make sure the GoPros are powered on before connecting, and they should automatically connect without needing to go through the "pairing" stage.
Using multi-cam mode on the remote only lets you change the mode (between timelapse/video/photo), not the individual settings, so be sure to adjust your settings (such as frame rate/resolution) on each camera before connecting the remote. If you need to adjust the settings of the GoPros remotely, look into the GoPro Quik app.
For the basics of using the camera, swipe left or right to switch between timelapse, video, and photo modes. The mode you are on should pop up on the center of the screen. Once you are on your selected mode, use the large button on the bottom of the screen to switch between capture setting presets. The pre-built presets include modes such as "Cinematic" for more traditional, 30-frames-per-second video, "Activity" for ultra-wide, 60-frames-per-second video, and "Ultra Slo-Mo" for wide, 240-frames-per-second video.
For multi-camera performance videos (where you don't need slow-motion or time-lapse footage), "cinematic" mode is often your best option.
Once you have selected your intended mode and capture settings, just press the record button on the top of the screen. Press the button again to stop recording.
To review your recordings on the GoPro, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to view media playback. For a more in-depth guide on how to use the camera menus, check out the video above!
To access the battery door, pull down firmly the lever on the side of the camera to unlock the door. Make sure it's the side that does not have the power button! Be aware that the lever can be tricky to pull down. Once the lever is unlatched, the door should pop open, and you will have access to the battery/media section.
Use the white tab on the battery to pull it out. When putting batteries back in, be sure to align the metal pins on the battery with the metal pins in the GoPro's battery receiver.
To charge the batteries, use the included battery charger, which can charge both batteries at once! The kit also includes a USB-C cable and block adapter to plug the battery charger into the wall.
The GoPro kit comes with a 128 gb Micro-SD card included in the camera. Once you are done filming, you need to back up the footage onto your personal computer/hard drive before you return the kit. You can also use the the computers in the Multimedia Labs to transfer files to a google drive/drop box
To transfer the footage, begin by removing the Micro-SD card. You can access the card slot in the same door that houses the battery as described above. Use your fingernail to press down on the card, and the card should pop up enough for you to remove it from the camera. Be very careful with the card since it is small and easily lost!
To plug the card into a computer, the kit includes a Micro-SD card reader that can be plugged into any MML Computer or laptop via USB-C (there is also a USB-A connection on the other side of the card reader). The adapter is attached to the case that houses the GoPro and battery charger. To use it, you need to first remove the black cap that protects the USB-C port. Make sure not to lose this piece either! Then just plug the adapter into your computer, and you should be set to transfer footage onto your personal hard drive.
The three-camera kit includes two types of tripods. There is one Telesin tripod, which functions as a traditional, table-top tripod, and two Joby GorillaPods, which can be used either as table-top tripods or wrapped around fixed objects to mount the GoPro in unique spots.
The GorrilaPod works as a table-top tripod, letting you set up the GoPro for static shots. It is best used for time lapses, live-performance videos, or any other shots where the camera doesn't need to move. Use the ball head at the top of the tripod to adjust the angle of the camera.
Since the legs of the GorillaPod are flexible, you can also wrap them around fixed objects (for instance, the legs of a chair or a railing). The red tips of the Gorrila Pod are magnetic, so they will also affix to metal walls. While the magnetic grip is strong, it is not suitable for moving surfaces (door swings, car hoods, etc) and will likely fail leading to damage of the camera
The kit also includes one alternative tripod, which works similarly, as a table-top tripod, but also extends, enabling you to get the GoPro further off of the ground. To set up the tripod, simply flip the two outmost legs out and attach the GoPro as you would with any other accessory. Be aware that they may stick some as they flip out.
The Telesin tripod has a few options that let you adjust how the GoPro is positioned. To level, pan, and tilt, there is a ball head at the top of the tripod. Additionally, loosening screws (but not fully removing them!) allows you to raise the tripod. When raising the tripod, try to keep the center of balance over the tripod, so it doesn't tip over.
As a bonus, here is a tutorial on how to use Premiere Pro's multi-camera editing mode to speed up your post-production process:
