How to Set Up a GoPro Hero9 Black

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

This guide will help you set up your GoPro HERO9 Black action camera for the first time.

Things You'll Need:

• Rechargeable battery
• USB-C charging cable
• Micro SD memory card

Before You Begin:

You must have the GoPro app installed

• How to Pair a GoPro HERO9 with the GoPro App
• Clicking this shortcut will mark this step as "Completed," and if you complete the next Guided Path, this Guided Path will be completed automatically

In the Box You'll Find:

1. The camera itself
2. Rechargeable battery
3. USB-C charging cable
4. Mounting buckle attached to the frame
5. Curved and flat adhesive mounts
6. GoPro carrying case

2. Insert Battery and Memory

3. Basic Setup

1. Locate the Power/Mode button on the side of the camera and press it to turn it on.

2. On the touchscreen, swipe through the languages and select your preference then tap on the checkmark on the top right corner.

3. To continue, you have to Agree with the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

4. Choose whether you want the GPS feature to be turned On or left Off.

5. Next Pair the GoPro to the cellphone.

6. Now choose a name for the GoPro and Save New Name.

7. Now click on Continue to install the updates.

8.On your smartphone, go into Settings, then Wi-Fi. Look for and tap on the Wi-Fi network name indicated on the camera screen.

9. Once the Bluetooth pairing is established, your smartphone will reconnect to the default Wi-Fi network and check for software updates. Tap on Update to continue.

10. Tap on Accept & Continue to agree with the Firmware License.

11. Then it will transfer the update to the camera. You'll notice the camera reboot a few times.

12. The smartphone will download the software update. Tap on Continue when it completed.

13. You'll be notified when the setup is compete. Tap on Done and you're all set.