GoPro The Remote 2020 Waterproof Remote Control RMRU3 User Manual

: June 14, 2024
: GoPro

Table of Contents

GoPro The Remote 2020 Waterproof Remote Control RMRU3User Manual
The First Step
The Basics
Charging
Powering On + Off
Wearing The Remote
Pairing The Remote and Your GoPro
Capturing Video and Photos
- CHANGING MODES
- CHANGING PRESETS
Regulatory Information
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GoPro The Remote 2020 Waterproof Remote Control RMRU3User Manual

GoPro The Remote 2020

Model: RMRU3

The First Step

You may need to upgrade your camera’s software before you can use
The Remote. For step-by-step instructions, go to gopro.com/update.

The Basics

1. Power Button
2. Status Light
3. Preset Button
4. Status Screen
5. Mode Button
6. Shutter Button
7. USB-C Port

Charging

Flip open the USB-C port cover.
Insert the included USB-C cable into the port. Connect the other end of the cable to a computer or other USB power source.

Note: Be sure that the computer is connected to a power source. If the remote status screen does not indicate that the remote is charging, use a different USB port.

CAUTION: Be sure the USB-C port is dry before inserting the cable.

Powering On + Off

POWERING ON
Press the Power button .

POWERING OFF
Press and hold the Power button for two seconds.

Wearing The Remote

ATTACHING YOUR REMOTE TO THE STRAP

The attachment strap lets you wear your remote on your wrist or attach it to a grip, bike handlebars, backpack straps, and more.

Heads Up: The Remote is waterproof to 16ft (5m), but will not work under water.

1. Thread the strap through the slots on the back of the remote.

2. Position the remote along the strap as shown.

3. Thread the end of the strap through the underside of the plastic ring.

4. Fold the strap back onto itself and use the hook and loop fastners to secure the strap. Fold any excess strap back onto itself for added security.

Pairing The Remote and Your GoPro

The Remote can control up to 5 cameras at a time from up to 196 feet (60m) away in optimal conditions. Your camera recognizes only one remote at a time.

*Dependent on camera model, terrain, obstructions, electromagnetic interference, and environmental conditions.

PAIRING THE REMOTE WITH YOUR CAMERA

Power off The Remote.
On your camera, complete these steps:
a. From the rear screen, swipe down to access the Dashboard.
b. HERO10 Black and HERO9 Black—swipe left, and then tap Connections > Connect Device > The Remote.
HERO8 Black and MAX—tap Preferences > Connections > Connect Device > Remote.
Your camera will automatically begin pairing.
Power on The Remote.
“Pair new” will appear on the remote’s screen. Press the Shutter button to start pairing.

CONNECTING AFTER PAIRING

Your remote and camera will automatically connect when both are on.
Make sure your camera’s wireless connections are on if they fail to connect.
Tap Preferences > Connections > Wireless Connections to turn on wireless.

Heads Up: Your camera cannot be connected to The Remote and the GoPro app at the same time. You must disconnect the app to connect The Remote or power off The Remote to connect the app.

RESETTING THE REMOTE

Press and hold the Mode and Shutter buttons simultaneously for 8 seconds if you need to reset your remote.

WARNING: Do not use with The Remote while operating motor vehicles or while engaged in activities like biking, skateboarding, skiing, and surfing.

Capturing Video and Photos

CHANGING MODES

1. Press the Mode button repeatedly to cycle to the mode that you want.
2. Press the Shutter button to start capturing.
3. To stop capturing video or time lapse, press the Shutter button again.
If your camera goes out of range of the remote while you are recording, recording will continue until you stop it.

CHANGING PRESETS

Press the Preset button to see all the presets for the selected mode.

1. Press the Mode button repeatedly to cycle through the presets.
2. Press the Shutter button to select the preset that you want.

PRO TIP: Mark favorite moments by pressing the Mode button on the remote during recording. This adds a HiLight Tag that makes those moments easier to find later.

THE FOLLOWING FEATURES ARE NOT AVAILABLE WHEN USING THE REMOTE WITH YOUR GOPRO