Follow the steps below to establish a wired connection using GoPro and Glambot®:
If your GoPro was previously paired with another device, you may need to reset the GoPro to factory settings so that it can be paired to a new device without interruption. Reset the GoPro to factory settings by navigating to [Preferences] - [Reset] - [Factory Reset]
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Start with the GoPro unplugged from the USB-C
Swipe down on the touch display, then swipe left
Tap [Preferences]
Tap [Wireless Connections]
Set [Wireless Connections] to ON
Tap [Connect Device]
Tap [GoPro Quik App]
Install/Open the GoPro Quik App on the iPhone
Navigate to the [GoPro] Tab
Tap [Connect a GoPro]
Tap [Connect]
Tap [Pair] when prompted
Name your GoPro or leave as default
If currently at an event, Tap [Skip] when prompted to update (If not rushed for time, update now)
Tap [I’ll do this later] when prompted for cloud upload
Tap [No thanks]
Tap [Let’s Go]
Test the live view by tapping [Enable Preview] on the Quik app (this will force the GoPro to connect to a device using WiFi)
Once this is confirmed working, close the Quik app. It is crucial to have the GoPro connected on the Quik app page before attempting to film using a wired or wireless connection
Plug the USB-C cable into the GoPro and iPhone/iPad (Ensuring all connection points are securely connected on the Glambot® as well)
The Screen on the GoPro should display [USB Connected]
Open Snappic and select your event
Scroll down and tap [Select Accessories] then select [Volume Buttons] and tap [Done]
Tap [Configure Camera] then [Search for GoPro Camera]
Confirm the connection shows [Wired] and select your GoPro camera
Tap [Start Photo Booth]
Configure Video and Slowmo settings, then tap [Start Booth]
Tap [Video] and then select the time edit that best matches your desired Glambot® path
On the Glambot motion control web app, navigate to the advanced settings tab and confirm the connection type is set to [USB]
You are now ready to begin wired recording with your Glambot® and GoPro
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Start with the GoPro unplugged from the USB-C
Swipe down on the touch display, then swipe left
Tap [Pair Device]
If [Wireless Connections] is off, tap [Turn On] when prompted, then tap [Pair Device] again
Install/Open the GoPro Quik App on the iPhone
Navigate to the [GoPro] Tab
Tap [Connect a GoPro]
Tap [Connect]
Tap [Pair] when prompted
Name your GoPro or leave as default
If currently at an event, Tap [Skip] when prompted to update (If not rushed for time, update now)
Tap [I’ll do this later] when prompted for cloud upload
Tap [No thanks]
Tap [Let’s Go]
Test the live view by tapping [Enable Preview] on the Quik app (this will force the GoPro to connect to a device using WiFi)
Once this is confirmed working, close the Quik app. It is crucial to have the GoPro connected on the Quik app page before attempting to film using a wired or wireless connection
Plug the USB-C cable into the GoPro and iPhone/iPad (Ensuring all connection points are securely connected on the Glambot® as well)
The Screen on the GoPro should display [USB Connected]
Open Snappic and select your event
Scroll down and tap [Select Accessories] then select [Volume Buttons] and tap [Done]
Tap [Configure Camera] then [Search for GoPro Camera]
Confirm the connection shows [Wired] and select your GoPro camera
Tap [Start Photo Booth]
Configure Video and Slowmo settings, then tap [Start Booth]
Tap [Video] and then select the time edit that best matches your desired Glambot® path
On the Glambot motion control web app, navigate to the advanced settings tab and confirm the connection type is set to [USB]
You are now ready to begin wired recording with your Glambot® and GoPro
Additional Help:
If the GoPro is still not connecting properly or not showing up as wired after following these steps, see GoPro won't connect / not found / no wired connection in Snappic
If using an iPhone 14 or older, you will need a Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter for proper data connection to the GoPro.