Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E6 To comply with local radio wave regulations, Canon offers five region-specific versions of the transmitter (WFT-E6A, E6B, E6C, E6D, and E6E) in various areas around the world (See Areas of Use and Restrictions.). For convenience, we refer to the product in this manual simply as “the transmitter,” without reference to versions A, B, C, D, or E. This product also supports certain CINEMA EOS cameras. For compatible products, contact the nearest Canon Service Center.
Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E6 is an accessory for EOS cameras. In addition to time syncing with other cameras (over a wireless LAN connection) and Bluetooth connectivity with GPS devices, the transmitter enables the following operations.
Sync the Camera Time Wirelessly Slave camera Master camera Connect to GPS Devices (commercially available) via Bluetooth Connected via Bluetooth Add the latitude, longitude, altitude, date and time, and other shooting information to images 3
Conventions Used in this Manual These instructions should be followed only after your wireless LAN and FTP server settings are complete. For details on configuring these settings, refer to the documentation provided with the respective equipment. Terms in brackets [ ] indicate button or icon names or other software elements. Brackets also denote camera menu items. The EOS-1D X is used as an example for illustrations and screens in this manual.
Chapter List Introduction 2 1 Basic Network Settings 13 2 Transferring Images to an FTP Server 27 3 Remote Capture Using EOS Utility 43 4 Remote Capture Using WFT Server 49 5 Using the Transmitter as a Media Server 61 6 Linked Shooting 65 7 Managing Settings Information 79 8 Synchronizing the Camera Time Wirelessly 89 9 Using Bluetooth GPS Devices 93 10 Troubleshooting 97 11 Reference 113 5
Contents Introduction Conventions Used in this Manual ...................................................................................................... 4 Chapter List........................................................................................................................................ 5 Contents............................................................................................................................................. 6 Safety Warnings...................................
Contents 6 7 Linked Shooting 65 Preparing Slave Cameras................................................................................................................ Basic Linked Shooting ..................................................................................................................... Arranging the Slave Cameras.......................................................................................................... Using the Transmitter with WFT Server............................
Safety Warnings The following precautions are intended to prevent harm to you and others as well as damage to equipment. Become familiar with the precautions before using the transmitter to ensure correct and safe operation. Warning Preventing Serious Injury or Death To prevent fire, excessive heat, chemical leakage, or explosion, follow these safety guidelines. • Do not insert metallic objects between electrical contacts of the transmitter, accessories, or connecting cables.
Nomenclature Attachment pin Tightening screw Terminal Transmitter Case EOS-1D X Rear LCD Panel (Example) Bluetooth connection GPS device connection Wired LAN connection Wireless LAN connection 9
Attaching to the Camera Turn off the camera before attaching the transmitter. The transmitter is powered by the camera. Ensure the camera battery has sufficient charge. If the charge drops below 19%, you cannot transfer captured images. 1 Open the terminal cover on the camera. 2 Attach the transmitter. Pull out the system extension terminal cover and rotate it toward the front. Align the transmitter terminal and attachment pin with the corresponding camera terminal and hole.
Subsequent Organization of This Manual Click one of the following chapter titles to view the corresponding page. 1 Basic Network Settings (p.13) 2 Transferring Images to an FTP Server (p.27) 3 Remote Capture Using EOS Utility (p.43) 4 Remote Capture Using WFT Server (p.49) 5 Using the Transmitter as a Media Server (p.61) 6 Linked Shooting (p.65) 7 Managing Settings Information (p.79) 8 Synchronizing the Camera Time Wirelessly (p.89) 9 Using Bluetooth GPS Devices (p.
Basic Network Settings Complete the basic network settings by following transmitter connection instructions on the camera menu screen.
Getting Ready [FTP trans.], [EOSUtility], [WFTserver] The connection instructions help you follow the steps to connect the transmitter to an existing wireless LAN. Set up the wireless LAN terminal (wireless LAN access point or adapter) and computer in advance so that the transmitter can join the wireless network. When configuring the basic network settings, bring the transmitter within 3 m / 9.8 ft. of the wireless LAN terminal.
Displaying the Connection Wizard This section describes the process of following the connection instructions. If an error is displayed, refer to “Troubleshooting” in Chapter 10 (p.97) and check the settings. Pressing the shutter button or other camera controls during configuration by the connection instructions will close the connection instructions. Do not press the shutter button or other controls until configuration is finished. On the [52] tab, set [Auto power off] to [Disable].
Selecting the Communication Method and LAN Type Selecting the Communication Method Turn the <5> dial to select the communication method, and then press <0>. Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next screen. • FTP trans. Select this option to transfer captured images to an FTP server. Images can be automatically transferred as you shoot them, or you can select images to be transferred later. Computer Operating Systems Use of [FTP trans.
Selecting the Communication Method and LAN Type • WFTserver Select this option for remote capture over a wireless LAN with the transmitter acting as a server. Additionally, images on a memory card in the camera can be viewed and downloaded to a computer. The camera can be accessed like browsing a webpage, by users at up to three computers. Computer Operating Systems Any computer with a web browser can be used, regardless of the operating system.
Selecting the Communication Method and LAN Type Selecting the LAN Type For [LinkedShot] instructions, refer to page 65. Note that no information about [LinkedShot] is given in this chapter. Turn the <5> dial to select the type of LAN, and then press <0>. Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next screen. Wireless LAN The [Wireless LAN setup method] screen is displayed. [Connect with wizard]: See p.19 [WPS (PBC mode)]: See p.21 [WPS (PIN mode)]: See p.
Using the Wizard to Establish a Connection Selecting the Wireless Network When you select [Connect with wizard], active wireless LAN terminals in your area are listed, accompanied by information about them. Select the SSID (or ESS-ID) of your desired wireless LAN terminal. 1 2 3 4 1 Select [Connect with wizard]. 2 Select the wireless LAN terminal. Turn the <5> dial to select [Connect with wizard], and then press <0>. To select the wireless LAN terminal, press <0>.
Using the Wizard to Establish a Connection Entering the Wireless LAN Encryption Key Next, enter the encryption key of the wireless LAN terminal. For details on the encryption key, refer to the device’s instruction manual. Note that the screens displayed in steps 1 to 3 below vary depending on the authentication and encryption of the wireless LAN terminal. 20 1 The [Key index] screen is displayed only if WEP encryption is used by the wireless LAN terminal.
WPS Connections (PBC Mode) This is a connection mode when using a wireless LAN terminal compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Pushbutton Connection mode (PBC mode) makes it easy to establish a connection between the camera and the wireless LAN terminal by pressing the WPS button on the wireless LAN terminal. Note that if multiple wireless LAN terminals are active in your area, it may be harder to establish a connection. In this case, try using [WPS (PIN mode)] to establish a connection.
WPS Connections (PIN Mode) This is a connection mode when using a wireless LAN terminal compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In PIN code connection mode (PIN mode), an 8-digit identification number specified on the camera is set on the wireless LAN terminal to establish a connection. Even if there are multiple wireless LAN terminals active in your area, this is a relatively reliable method of establishing a connection using a shared identification number.
Configuring Network Settings Turn the <5> dial to select how to configure the network settings, and then press <0>. Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next screen. [Auto setting] Settings otherwise configured with [Manual setting] can be configured automatically. However, the IP address and similar settings must be automatically assigned and configured in environments using DHCP servers or wireless LAN terminals or routers supporting DHCP server functions.
Configuring Network Settings Completing Settings for the Communication Method The following instructions are for settings screens that vary depending on the communication method (FTP Transfer, EOS Utility, WFT Server, or Media Server), as shown below. Read the page that introduces the selected communication method. FTP trans. Chapter 2 (p.27) EOSUtility Chapter 3 (p.43) Users of EOS Utility Ver. 2.13 or Earlier in Windows Before performing the operations from page 43, perform the operations below.
Configuring Network Settings Virtual Keyboard Operation The virtual keyboard is displayed during entry of the encryption key, server name, and other information. Switching to other input areas To switch between input areas, press the button. Moving the cursor To move the cursor, turn the <5> dial. You can also move the cursor using <9>. Entering text In the bottom input area, turn the <5> dial to move the cursor and press <0> to enter text. You can also move the cursor using <9>.
Transferring Images to an FTP Server With FTP transfer, you can automatically transfer each image to the FTP server as you shoot or transfer a set of shots together.
Configuring FTP Communication Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. 1 Turn the <5> dial to select [Address setting], and then press <0>. 2 If you have set the DNS server setting to [Disable], the screen on the left is displayed. Press <0> to select the input position, and then turn the <5> dial to enter the IP address of the FTP server. If you have set the DNS server IP address setting to [Auto assign] or [Manual setting], the screen on the left is displayed.
Configuring FTP Communication Settings 6 Complete the [Login method] settings. Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], and then press <0> to go to the next screen. 7 Complete the [Target folder] settings. Select [Root folder] to have images saved in the root folder as specified in FTP server settings. (p.42) Select [Select folder] to specify a subfolder in the root folder. If no folder exists, a folder will be created automatically.
Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot An image can be automatically transferred to the FTP server immediately after shooting. You can also continue still photo shooting even while images are being transferred. Before shooting, be sure to insert a memory card in the camera. If you shoot without recording images, they cannot be transferred. Note that automatic transfer of movie is not supported. Transfer the movie after shooting, as described on pages 33-40. 1 Select [Communication settings].
Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot Selecting Particular Sizes or Types of Images to Transfer With automatic transfer, you can select which images to transfer when recording images of different sizes to separate cards, or when recording both RAW and JPEG images. 1 Select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Set up]. 4 Select [Transfer type/size]. 5 Select the size and type of images to transfer.
Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot To transfer smaller JPEGs when the camera is set up to record larger JPEGs to one card and smaller JPEGs to the other, set [JPEG size to trans.] to [Smaller JPEG]. To transfer either RAW or JPEG images when the camera is set up to record RAW images to one card and JPEGs to the other, specify which images to transfer in the [RAW+JPEG transfer] setting. Similarly, complete the same setting when RAW+JPEG images are recorded simultaneously to a single memory card.
Transferring Images Individually Simply select an image and press <0> to transfer it. You can also add a caption before transferring images. You can also continue still photo shooting even while images are being transferred. Transferring the Current Image 1 Select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Set up]. 4 Select [Transfer with SET]. 5 Select the image. Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable], you can select [Network settings]. Select [Enable].
Transferring Images Individually Adding a Caption Before Transfer You can add a registered caption to each image before transfer. This is convenient if you want to inform the recipient the printing quantity, for example. The caption is also added to images stored on the camera. For instructions on creating and registering captions, refer to page 114. You can check for captions added to images by examining the Exif information, in the user comments. 1 2 Take the picture. 3 Select [Network settings].
Transferring Images Individually 5 Select a caption. 6 Transfer the image. Turn the <5> dial to select the [Caption] frame, and then press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to select the content of the caption, and then press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to select [Transfer], and then press <0>.
Batch Transfer After shooting, you can select multiple images as desired and transfer them all at once. You can also transfer unsent images or images that could not be sent previously. You can also continue still photo shooting even while images are being transferred. Selecting Images to Transfer 1 On the [32] tab, select [Image transfer]. 2 Select [Image sel./transfer]. 3 Select [Sel.Image]. 4 Select images to transfer. X An image is displayed. Press <0>.
Batch Transfer 5 Transfer the images. Select [FTP Trans.]. Select [OK] on the confirmation screen displayed next. X A transfer progress screen is displayed. [RAW+JPEG transfer] Options Selecting [RAW+JPEG transfer] in step 2 on the preceding page will give you the option of transferring RAW images, JPEG images, or both types of images. You will have the same options whether you specify [Sel. Image], [Sel. n], or [All image] as the image selection method.
Batch Transfer Batch Transfer of Images in a Folder 38 1 On the [32] tab, select [Image transfer]. 2 Select [Image sel./transfer]. 3 Select [Sel.n]. 4 Select [Folder images not transfer’d]. 5 Select a folder. To transfer images that could not previously be transferred, select [Folder images failed transf.].
Batch Transfer 6 Transfer the images. Select [FTP Trans.]. Select [OK] on the confirmation screen displayed next. X A transfer progress screen is displayed. Selecting [Clear folder transf. history] will set the transfer history of images in the selected folder to “unsent.” This enables you to resend all the images in the folder later by selecting [Folder images not transfer’d].
Batch Transfer Batch Transfer of Images on Memory Cards 1 On the [32] tab, select [Image transfer]. 2 Select [Image sel./transfer]. 3 Select [All image]. 4 Select [Card images not transferred]. 5 Transfer the images. To transfer images that could not previously be transferred, select [Card images failed transfer]. Select [FTP Trans.]. Select [OK] on the confirmation screen displayed next. X A transfer progress screen is displayed. Selecting [Clear card’s transf.
Checking Image Transfer History Checking the Transfer History of Individual Images To check the transfer history in [Image sel./transfer], select [Sel.Image]. Image not selected for transfer (no icon) Image selected for transfer Image could not be transferred Image transferred Checking the Transfer History of Memory Cards On the [Image sel./transfer] screen, you can check the number of images for transfer as well as the transfer history of images in the memory card.
Viewing Transferred Images Images transferred to the FTP server are stored in the following folder as specified in the FTP server settings. Windows Under the default settings of the FTP server, images are stored in [C drive] [Inetpub] folder [ftproot] folder, or in a subfolder of this folder. If the root folder of the transfer destination has been changed in the FTP server settings, ask the FTP server administrator where images are transferred. Macintosh Open the [Macintosh HD] [Users] folder.
Remote Capture Using EOS Utility You can use EOS Utility to shoot remotely over a wireless LAN. In addition to remote capture, almost all EOS Utility camera operations except firmware updating are supported, because this option utilizes a wireless network instead of a USB cable. Mac Versions of EOS Utility The WFT-E6’s wireless LAN functions cannot be used in Mac OS X 10.8.0 or 10.8.1.
Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. With EOS Utility, you can use Pairing Software (EOS software) to establish a connection between the transmitter and a computer. Pairing Software is installed automatically with EOS Utility. The configuration procedure below uses Windows 8.1 as an example. Users of EOS Utility Ver. 2.13 or Earlier in Windows Perform the operations below initially.
Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings 4 Start the pairing software. 5 Click the pairing software icon. 6 Select the camera to connect to and click [Connect]. Normally, it is installed in the same location as EOS Utility. X When the pairing software starts up, an icon is displayed in the task bar. X When the camera is detected, a message is displayed. X Detected cameras are listed. If a camera is already connected, it is not displayed in the list.
Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings 7 Select [OK]. 8 Save the settings. When the camera detects the computer on which you clicked [Connect] in step 6, the message on the left is displayed. Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], and then press <0>. Press <0> and turn the <5> dial to select the set number, and then press <0>. After you turn the <5> dial to select [OK] and press <0>, the connection wizard closes and EOS Utility starts up. X The lamp on the transmitter lights up in green.
Using EOS Utility For EOS Utility instructions, refer to the Software Instruction Manual (PDF). In Remote Live View shooting, the rate of image transmission is slower than via USB. The motion of moving subjects cannot be displayed smoothly.
Remote Capture Using WFT Server Using a web browser, you can view images on a memory card in the camera and download them to a computer. Additionally, you can shoot remotely over a wireless LAN. Note that bulb, mirror lockup, and movie shooting are not supported.
Configuring WFT Server Communication Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. Press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to select the set number, and then press <0>. Press <0> again. After the connection wizard is closed, the display reverts to the menu screen. X The lamp on the camera is lit in green. Settings information is stored on the camera. It is not stored on the transmitter. Setting up an Account Enter a logon name and password for accessing the camera from a computer.
Configuring WFT Server Communication Settings 3 Turn the <5> dial to select [WFT account], and then press <0>. When changing the port number, turn the <5> dial to select [Port number] and press <0>. Note that there is normally no need to change the port number (80). 4 Select a user number. With WFT Server, you can connect the camera to up to three computers. Select a user number to prevent conflicts when users at other computers are connected to the transmitter simultaneously.
Displaying WFT Server In the web browser, display WFT Server, a screen for transmitter operations. Make sure you have already established a connection between the camera and computer. JavaScript supported 1 2 Start the web browser. 3 Complete the [Login name] and [Password] settings. 4 Select the language. First, start Internet Explorer or another web browser. Enter the URL. In the address field, enter the IP address assigned to the camera. Press the key.
Viewing Images Browse images on the camera’s memory card as follows. 1 Click [Viewer]. 2 Select the memory card. 3 Select an image. X The image viewing screen is displayed. Click [CF1] or [CF2]. Click the [DCIM] folder and select the folder containing the images. To view another image, click the < > buttons or jump to other pages. In JavaScript-compatible web browsers, you can specify how many thumbnails are shown per screen by clicking the pull-down list in the upperright corner of the screen.
Viewing Images 4 Download images to the computer. Click a thumbnail. X The image is displayed at a larger size. To download the image to your computer, click < >. Click [Return] to return to the image viewing screen. Although actual RAW images and movies are not displayed here, they can be downloaded to the computer in the same way as JPEGs.
Remote Capture [Camera control] First, set up the camera for Live View shooting. Note that remote capture of movies is not supported. For web browsers that do not support JavaScript, refer to page 59, “Remote Capture.” 1 Click [Camera control]. X The advanced capture screen is displayed.
Remote Capture [Camera control] ⑯ 56 2 Set the lens focus mode switch to . 3 Display Live View image. 4 Manually adjust the focus. ⑱ Under these conditions, click the release button (⑤). When you let go of the button, the camera autofocuses and the picture is taken. With One-Shot AF, the picture is not taken if focus is not achieved. Try following the next steps to display Live View image and focus manually. Click the Live View shooting button (⑯).
Remote Capture [Camera control] 5 Configure the shooting settings. 6 Take the picture. Click setting items (such as quality) to view the setting details, which you can configure. Complete the settings as needed. Click the release button (⑤). When you let go of the button, the picture is taken. X The captured image is now displayed. Captured images are stored on the memory card. To download images to your computer, refer to page 53, and use the [Viewer] function.
Remote Capture [Simple control] First, set up the camera for Live View shooting. Note that remote capture of movies is not supported. For web browsers that do not support JavaScript, refer to page 59, “Remote Capture.” 1 Click [Simple control]. X The basic capture screen is displayed, and then Live View image is displayed.
Remote Capture The following instructions are for remote capture with web browsers that do not support JavaScript. First, set up the camera for Live View shooting. Note that remote capture of movies is not supported. Screen 1 Click [Capture]. 2 Take the picture. 3 Download images to the computer. X The capture screen is displayed. Live View image is not displayed. Set the lens focus mode switch to . Adjust the focus on the camera. Click the release button.
Using WFT Server in Linked Shooting Remote Capture in WFT Server can be used in conjunction with the transmitter’s “Linked Shooting” function (p.70). Additionally, you can view and download images on master or slave camera memory cards.
Using the Transmitter as a Media Server Images on a memory card in the camera can be viewed over a wireless LAN on a television. This function requires a DLNA*-compatible television, digital photo frame, or similar media player. (Subsequently, this equipment is collectively referred to as the media player.
Configuring Media Server Communication Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. Press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to select the set number, and then press <0>. Press <0> again. After the connection wizard is closed, the display reverts to the menu screen. The information you specified is stored on the camera. It is not stored on the transmitter. The media server network settings are now complete.
Displaying Captured Images on a Television Operate the media player controls to display on a television the images on the camera’s memory card. Note that RAW images and movies cannot be displayed. The following operations are done on the media player. For details, refer to the media player instruction manual. EOS1D 1 Display the media player settings screen on your television. 2 Select the < icon. Using the media player functions, display the EOS1D> (media server) icon on the < television.
Linked Shooting With linked shooting, up to 10 slave cameras can be linked in a wireless network (via IEEE 802.11g in ad hoc mode) to the master camera on which you will release the shutter. Any cameras compatible with linked shooting, when they have WFT series transmitters attached, can be used as slave cameras, regardless of model. Note that there will be a slight delay after you release the master camera shutter until the slave camera shutters are released. Movie shooting is not supported.
Preparing Slave Cameras After setting up the slave cameras as described on this page, follow the steps on the next page for basic linked shooting. For instructions to view or download to your computer the images stored on cameras, refer to page 70. 1 Select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Connection wizard]. 4 Select [LinkedShot]. 5 Set up the slave cameras. Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable], you can select [Network settings]. Select [Slave].
Basic Linked Shooting Shoot with the master camera linked to slave cameras as follows. 1 Set up the master camera. 2 Select [Auto connect]. 3 Switch to setting up the slave cameras. 4 Check the number of slave cameras. 5 Establish the connection. Configure the settings on the master camera following steps 1-3 on the preceding page, and then select [Master]. For [Manual connect] instructions, refer to page 71. On the slave cameras, select [OK].
Arranging the Slave Cameras Slave camera Slave camera Slave camera Slave camera Master camera Arrange the slave cameras in clear view of the master camera, without objects between them. You can arrange master camera in an overall circumference of up to approximately 100 m / 328 ft. However, the distance supported for linked shooting may be shorter depending on the wireless communication conditions, which are affected by how the cameras are arranged, the environment of use, and weather conditions.
Arranging the Slave Cameras Do not use multiple flash units. Although slight, there is a difference in the shutter release timing which may cause out-of-sync flash firing and inadequate exposure. Linked shooting is not possible when master and slave cameras are set to [Mirror lockup] [Enable] or [Enable:Mirror down w/ s]. During linked shooting, when you press the AE lock or depth-of-field preview button, the camera adjusts the focus and meters as if you had pressed the shutter button halfway.
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Using WFT Server, you can shoot remotely with a master camera linked to slave cameras that will shoot at the same time. WFT Server can also be used to access master or slave cameras for Live View display, and you can adjust the focus and configure remote capture settings as needed. Additionally, images on camera memory cards can be viewed and downloaded. Wireless LAN functions and OS of the computer must support ad-hoc mode.
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Connect the Master and Slave Cameras 1 2 Set up the slave cameras. 3 Select [Manual connect]. 4 Select the connection mode. 5 Specify the channel. Set up the slave cameras as described on page 66. Set up the master camera. Complete settings on the master camera following steps 1–3 on page 66, and then select [Master]. Select the wireless LAN ad hoc mode supported by the computer.
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server 72 6 Enter the encryption key. 7 Switch to setting up the slave cameras. 8 Check the number of slave cameras. 9 Establish the connection. Enter a 5-digit encryption (WEP) key and press the <7> button. The key entered here will be saved on the computer and used to access the master camera from the computer. X On the slave cameras, select [OK]. X On the master camera LCD monitor, the number of slave cameras detected is displayed.
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Check the Camera Settings Check the network settings on the master and slave cameras as follows. Note that without a good understanding of these settings, you cannot access the cameras from a computer. 1 On the master camera, select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Set up]. 4 Select [Confirm settings]. Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable], you can select [Network settings]. X The settings are displayed.
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server 74 5 Check the settings. 6 Check the slave camera settings. Turn the <5> dial to display other screens. Write down the IP address and SSID. Check network settings on the slave cameras just as you checked the master camera settings. Write down the IP address of all slave cameras. Each camera has a different address. The SSID will match the master camera SSID.
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Configure WFT Server Communication Settings Enter a login name and password for accessing WFT Server on cameras from a computer. Although you can specify different login names and passwords for each camera, it is also possible to use the same information for all cameras. 1 On the master camera, select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Set up]. 4 Select [WFT server settings]. 5 Select [WFT account].
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server 6 Select a user number. 7 Complete the [Login name] and [Password] settings. WFT Server can accept connections from up to three computers per camera. Select a user number to prevent conflicts when users at other computers are connected to the transmitter at the same time. After you select [Login name] and [Password], the following input screen is displayed. For instructions on input screen operations, refer to “Virtual Keyboard Operation” (p.25).
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Access the Cameras from the Computer To access the cameras from the computer, use the computer’s standard search function to detect wireless LAN terminals. For details, refer to the computer instruction manual. Wireless LAN functions and OS of the computer must support ad-hoc mode. 1 From the computer, find cameras on the network. 2 Connect to a camera. Use built-in searching on the computer to detect wireless LAN terminals.
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server 4 Select the language. Select a language on the bottom of the screen. Web browsers that support JavaScript now display the screen on the left. A message is displayed if JavaScript is not supported. Selecting not to use JavaScript will display the screen on the right, with limited functions. View Images on the Camera Refer to “Viewing Images” on page 53. Images on camera memory cards can be viewed and downloaded.
Managing Settings Information 79
Checking Settings Check the network settings as follows. 1 Select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Set up]. 4 80 Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable], you can select [Network settings]. Select [Confirm settings]. X The settings are displayed.
Checking Settings Example of FTP transfer and wired LAN settings Example of FTP transfer and wireless LAN settings 81
Changing Settings Settings originally completed using the connection wizard can be changed as follows. You can also change IP security settings (IPsec) that cannot be set using the connection wizard, as well as other settings, such as when an image with the same file name as an existing file is sent to the FTP server. (p.83) 82 1 Select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Set up]. 4 Select [LAN settings]. 5 Select the settings number.
Changing Settings 6 Select [Change]. 7 Select the item to change. After selecting [Change settings name], you can rename the settings. Select the desired item from [LAN type], [TCP/IP], [FTP server], or [Wireless LAN] and change the setting. IP Security (IPsec) Configured in [TCP/IP] [Security]. IPsec is a set of standards for encrypted communication over the Internet. It provides effective security for both wireless and wired LANs.
Changing Settings Overwriting Files of the Same Name Configured in [FTP server] [Overwrite same file]. When the transmitter is configured to prevent overwriting If there is already a file of the same name in the target folder on the FTP server, the new file is saved with an extension consisting of an underscore and a number, as in IMG_0003_1.JPG.
Saving and Loading Settings Network settings can be saved on a memory card for use with other cameras. Saving Settings 1 Select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Set up]. 4 Select [LAN settings]. 5 Select the settings number. Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable], you can select [Network settings]. Select the settings number that identifies the LAN settings.
Saving and Loading Settings 86 6 Select [Change]. 7 Select [Save settings]. 8 Select [Save]. X The settings are now saved as a file on the memory card. The settings are saved as a file (WFTNPF**.NIF) in the area of the memory card shown when the card is opened (in the root directory). The file name is determined automatically by the camera: WFTNPF, followed by a number (01 to 99) and the extension NIF. You can rename the file as desired by selecting [Change file name].
Saving and Loading Settings Loading Settings Load settings files stored on a memory card as follows. Make sure the settings file is saved in the folder shown when the memory card is opened (that is, the root directory). 1 Select [Load settings]. 2 Select the settings file. 3 Load the settings file. X Select a settings file that matches your network environment. X Information from the settings file is loaded into the selected settings number.
Synchronizing the Camera Time Wirelessly You can wirelessly synchronize multiple cameras of the same camera model when WFT-E6 units are attached. Set the master camera time on up to 10 slave cameras, as needed. Note that even after synchronization, there will be a slight margin of error between master and slave camera time of ±0.05 seconds, at most. Master camera Slave camera Synchronize the camera time between the same camera models.
Synchronizing the Time Steps 1–5 are the same on master and slave cameras. 90 1 On the [53] tab, select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. 3 Set [Communication mode] to [Disconnect]. 4 Select [Sync time between cameras]. 5 Select [Wireless]. Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable], you can select [Network settings]. Once you have set [Communication mode] to [Disconnect], you can select [Sync time between cameras].
Synchronizing the Time 6 Set up the master camera. 7 Set up the slave cameras. After configuring the master camera settings following steps 1–5 on the preceding page, select [Master]. X When the next screen is displayed, the master camera is ready. Go to step 7 to set up the slave cameras. After configuring the slave camera settings following steps 1–5 on the preceding page, select [Slave]. X Select [OK] on the next screen displayed, shown below.
Using Bluetooth GPS Devices Information including the latitude, longitude, elevation, and date and time can be obtained from commercially-available GPS devices connected via Bluetooth and added to images. The additional information can be checked on the camera as well as by using commercially-available GPS-compatible mapping software. For a list of specific GPS devices supported, contact the Canon Service Center.
Connecting GPS Devices via Bluetooth 94 1 On the [53] tab, select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Bluetooth device connection]. 3 Select the GPS device. Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable], you can select [Bluetooth device connection]. X Press <0> when the next screen shown below is displayed. Nearby Bluetooth® devices in use are listed. Turn the <5> dial to select the GPS device, and then press <0>. Select [OK] and press <0>.
Connecting GPS Devices via Bluetooth 4 When the confirmation message is displayed, select [OK]. The GPS connection status changes to [Connected]. Pressing <0> under these conditions will enable you to disconnect the GPS device. While the Bluetooth connection is active, and the are shown on the LCD panel of the camera. 5 6 Confirm operation of the GPS device. 7 Check the GPS data. Make sure the GPS device has determined the current location. Take the picture.
Connecting GPS Devices via Bluetooth Canceling the Bluetooth Connection The Bluetooth connection with the GPS device will not be terminated if you simply turn off the camera. To cancel the connection, follow these steps. 1 On the [53] tab, select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Bluetooth device connection]. 3 Select [OK]. Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable], you can select [Bluetooth device connection]. X Press <0> when the next screen shown below is displayed.
Troubleshooting Transfer speed in ad hoc mode may become extremely slow when the transmitter is used with certain types of computer. For more information, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center.
Responding to Error Messages If transmitter errors are displayed on the camera LCD monitor, refer to the examples of corrective actions in this section to eliminate the cause of the error. In case of errors, the lamp on the camera starts blinking. The error details can also be checked on the [53] tab [Communication settings] [Network settings] [Error description]. Click the error number in the following chart to jump to the corresponding page. 11 (p.99) 12 (p.99) 21 (p.99) 22 (p.100) 23 (p.
Responding to Error Messages 11: Connection target not found Is EOS Utility ready for pairing? X Check that EOS Utility is ready for pairing (p.44). Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured with the same encryption key for authentication? X This error occurs if the encryption keys do not match when the authentication method for encryption is [Open system]. The setting is case-sensitive, so check upper- and lower-case characters.
Responding to Error Messages 22: No response from DNS server What to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, the DNS address setting is [Auto assign] or [Manual setting]. Does the error occur under these settings? X If no DNS server is used, set the transmitter’s DNS address setting to [Disable] (p.23). On the transmitter, does the DNS server’s IP address setting match the server’s actual address? X Configure the IP address on the transmitter to match the actual DNS server address (p.23, 112).
Responding to Error Messages 24: No response from proxy server What to check on the transmitter The transmitter’s proxy server setting is [Enable]. Does the error occur under this setting? X If no proxy server is used, set the transmitter’s proxy server setting to [Disable] (p.28). Do the transmitter’s [Address setting] and [Port No.] settings match those of the proxy server? X Configure the transmitter’s proxy server address and port number to match those of the proxy server (p.28).
Responding to Error Messages 25: Another terminal has set the same IP address Is another device on the transmitter network using the same IP address as the transmitter? X This error occurs if the transmitter is connected to a network where another device subsequently connects with the same IP address. Change the transmitter’s IP address to avoid using the same address as another device on the network. Otherwise, change the IP address of the device that has a duplicate address.
Responding to Error Messages 41: Cannot connect to FTP server What to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, does the FTP server’s IP address setting match the server’s actual address? X Configure the IP address on the transmitter to match the actual FTP server address (p.28). Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured with the same encryption key for authentication? X This error occurs if the encryption keys do not match when the authentication method for encryption is [Open system].
Responding to Error Messages Are you connecting to the FTP server via a broadband router? X Some broadband routers use a firewall to restrict access to the FTP server. Change the firewall settings to allow access to the FTP server. X You may be able to access the FTP server by setting [Passive mode] to [Enable] on the transmitter (p.84).
Responding to Error Messages 45: Cannot login to FTP server. Error code received from server. What to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, is the [Login name] entered correctly? X Check the logon name for accessing the FTP server. The setting is case-sensitive, so check upper- and lower-case characters. Make sure the correct logon name is entered on the transmitter (p.29).
Responding to Error Messages 47: Image file transfer completion not confirmed by FTP server This error occurs if, for some reason, the transmitter fails to receive confirmation from the FTP server that image file transfer is complete. X Turn off and on the FTP server and camera and transfer the images again. 51: Connection to Bluetooth device lost Is the transmitter too far from the GPS device? X Bring the GPS device closer to the transmitter.
Responding to Error Messages 61: Selected SSID wireless LAN network not found Are any obstacles blocking the line of sight between the transmitter and the antenna of the wireless LAN terminal? X Move the antenna to a position clearly visible from the point of view of the transmitter (p.111). What to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, does the SSID setting match that of the wireless LAN terminal? X Check the SSID on the wireless LAN terminal, and configure the same SSID on the transmitter (p.19).
Responding to Error Messages 63: Wireless LAN authentication failed Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured for the same authentication method? X The transmitter supports these authentication methods: [Open system], [Shared key], [WPA-PSK], and [WPA2-PSK] (p.19). X When using an AirPort for communication in infrastructure mode, [Open system] is not supported. Configure a [Shared key] on the transmitter (p.19).
Responding to Error Messages 66: Incorrect wireless LAN encryption key Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured with the same encryption key for authentication? X The setting is case-sensitive, so check upper- and lower-case characters. Make sure the correct encryption key for authentication is entered on the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal (p.20). Note that if the authentication method is [Open system], an Error 41 (“Cannot connect to FTP server”) is displayed.
Responding to Error Messages 71: Cannot connect to slave camera Are you following the correct procedure to establish the connection with slave cameras? X Operate slave cameras by following the correct instructions (p.66, 67). Are the slave cameras too far from the master camera? X Bring the slave cameras closer to the master camera.
Wireless LAN Notes When using the transmitter with a wireless LAN, try the following corrective actions if the transmission rate drops, the connection is lost, or other problems occur. Wireless LAN Terminal Installation and Antenna Position When using the transmitter indoors, install the wireless LAN terminal in the same room where you are shooting. Install the wireless LAN terminal higher than the transmitter. Install the device where people or objects do not come between it and the camera.
Checking Network Settings Windows In Windows, open the [Command Prompt], input ipconfig/all, and press the key. The IP address assigned to the computer is displayed, as well as the subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server information. To avoid using the same IP address for the computer and other devices on the network when configuring the IP address assigned to the camera (page 23), change the rightmost numbers here.
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Creating and Registering Captions Follow these steps to create captions and register them on the camera, as introduced in “Adding a Caption Before Transfer” (p.34). When creating and registering captions, use a computer on which EOS Utility is installed. Before you start, attach the transmitter to the camera and use the USB cable provided with the camera to connect the camera to the computer.
Creating and Registering Captions When Using EOS Utility 3 or Later 1 Start EOS Utility and select [Camera settings]. 2 Select [WFT Captions]. 3 Enter the caption or captions. 4 Register the captions on the camera. X The camera settings screen is displayed. X The screen for caption creation is displayed. Enter up to 31 characters (in ASCII format). To acquire caption data stored on the camera, select [Load settings]. Select [Apply to camera] to register your new captions on the camera.
Specifications Type Type: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n wireless image transfer accessory (IPseccompatible) with Bluetooth connectivity for GPS devices Wireless LAN Standards compliance: IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11n Transmission method: DS-SS modulation (IEEE 802.11b) OFDM modulation (IEEE 802.11a/g/n) Transmission range: Approx. 150 m / 492 ft.
Specifications Network Functions FTP transfer: Automatic transfer Image selection and transfer Transfer using SET button Transfer with captions EOS Utility remote control functions over wireless LAN Camera control, simple control, basic shooting, image viewing, and downloading DLNA compatible Shooting with up to 10 slave cameras linked to a master camera Transmission range: Approx. 100 m / 328 ft. Syncing up to 10 slave cameras to the master camera time Margin of error with master camera: Approx. ±0.
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Index A Account ..................................................... 50 Ad hoc ....................................................... 19 Area of use .... Areas of Use and Restrictions Authentication...................................... 19, 83 Auto power off ........................................... 15 B Batch transfer ................................ 36, 38, 40 Bluetooth ................................................... 93 Browser .....................................................
Index Router........................................................ 23 S Select folder .............................................. 29 Settings information................................... 79 Shared key ................................................ 19 Simple control............................................ 58 Slave camera ...................................... 66, 91 SSID .......................................................... 19 Stealth functions..................................
CANON INC. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan CANON EUROPA N.V. Bovenkerkerweg 59, 1185 XB Amstelveen, The Netherlands This instruction manual is current as of April 2015. For information on using the transmitter with accessories introduced after this date, contact your nearest Canon Service Center. CPA-E008-003 © CANON INC.
