How do I fix my GoPro Hero 4 when it wont turn on?
Here are some troubleshooting steps to try.
- Check That the Battery is Charged. It sounds obvious, but it’s incredibly easy and quick to drain a GoPro’s battery.
- Remove the battery and reinsert the battery.
- Check the SD Card.
- Reset the Camera.
- Contact GoPro support directly.
How do I reset my GoPro hero session?
Press the [Mode button] repeatedly, until “RESET” is highlighted at the bottom of the list, then press the [Shutter button] to select. Press the [Mode button] to highlight “RESET,” then press the [Shutter button] to confirm and restore the camera to Factory Settings.

Why is my GoPro camera not working?
Please press and hold the Power/Mode button on the front of the camera for about 10 seconds, then release it. This acts as a rest and in most cases, this makes your camera power ON again if the battery has a charge. If the camera doesn’t power ON, let’s try charging the battery.
How do you turn on a GoPro screen?
To Power On: Press the Power/Mode button once. The camera status lights flash three times and the sound indicator emits three beeps. When the camera status screen displays information, your camera is on. To Power Off: Press and hold the Power/Mode button for two seconds.
Is GoPro touch screen?

GoPro Adds Touch Screen Convenience to Entry-Level Camera Lineup | GoPro.
How do I reset my GoPro 4 session?
Re: Can’t factory reset my Hero Session You will have to press and hold the back (Mode) button instead of the Shutter button to reset the camera. Press and hold the button until the reset option appears on the display screen. This will allow you to reset the camera’s Wi-Fi name and password.
How do I reset my GoPro Hero 4 session?
If there is nothing displayed on the Status Screen, attempt to reset camera by holding the top SHUTTER button down for 8-10 seconds. If successful, the camera will beep 3 times and advise you that the unit has no SD card and power off. Normal operation should ensue after reset.
How do I update the firmware on my GoPro Hero 4?
Pair your camera with the GoPro App….Manual Update
- Go to the HERO4 update page.
- Under “Other ways to update” at the base of the page, click “Update your camera manually.”
- Enter your Serial Number and other requested information, click Next Step.
- Click “Download Update.”
- Click “Click here to download firmware.”
How do I change the video settings on my GoPro HERO4 Session?
VIDEO SETTINGS You can change the video settings by connecting HERO4 Session to the GoPro App or the remote. When you connect to the remote, the capture mode that you select (Video or Looping Video) determines the settings that appear when you press the Settings/Tag button [ ].
Why is the screen on my GoPro not working?
If the screen on the front of the camera is working, but the LCD screen on the back of the camera is not, you may need to replace the screen. GoPros tend to be used under harsh conditions. Major bumps or shakes may have caused a connector to come loose.
How durable is the GoPro HERO4?
The GoPro Hero4 is a durable camera with a built-in touch screen display. It is made up several parts that can be damaged and require replacing. An awesome team of students from our education program made this wiki. When attempting to record a video, the camera will operate correctly for a few minutes before stopping.
What should I do if my camera will not turn on?
If the camera will not boot up when using a charged battery, you may need to replace the motherboard. Check out this replacement guide. If the screen on the front of the camera is working, but the LCD screen on the back of the camera is not, you may need to replace the screen.