Canon Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2 II A Instruction Manual Page 1

Wireless File TransmitterWFT-E2 IIInstruction Manual for Use With EOS-1D Mark IVTo EOS-1D Mark III or EOS-1Ds Mark III UsersThis instruction manual de

10The following precautions are intended to prevent harm to you and others as well as damage to equipment. Become familiar with the precautions before

100Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, is the [Login name] entered correctly?X Check the logon name for

101Responding to Error Messages This error occurs if, for some reason, the transmitter fails to receive confirmation from the FTP server that image f

102Responding to Error Messages Are any obstacles blocking the line of sight between the transmitter and the antenna of the wireless LAN terminal?X M

103Responding to Error Messages Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured for the same authentication method?X The transmitter support

104Responding to Error Messages Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured with the same encryption key for authentication?X The settin

105Responding to Error Messages Are you following the correct procedure to establish the connection with slave cameras? X Operate slave cameras by fo

106When using the transmitter with a wireless LAN, try the following corrective actions if the transmission rate drops, the connection is lost, or oth

107Click the Windows [Start] button  [All Programs]  [Accessories]  [Command Prompt]. Type ipconfig/all and press the <Enter> key.The IP addr

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11NomenclatureUSB portEthernetRJ-45 portTerminal cap receptacle (Not used with the EOS-1D Mark IV) <USB> USB lamp<LAN> Network lampPort co

110Follow these steps to create captions and register them on the camera, as introduced in “Adding a Caption Before Transfer” (p.35). When creating an

111 TypeType: Image transfer accessory that can be used in wireless LANs and over Ethernet in wired LANs (IPsec-compatible). Can be connected via USB

112Specifications Image Capture CapacityApprox. number of images* Using a fully charged LP-E4* Testing based on Camera & Imaging Products Associa

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116Statement on EC directiveCanon Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento CH9-1161 je ve shodČ se základními požadavky a dalšími pĜíslušnými ustanoveními smČr

117FCC / IC NoticeModel DS585802/DS585804 (including WLAN Module Model CH9-1161)This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and RSS-Gen of IC Rules

118AAccount ... 50Ad hoc ... 8, 21Area of use ...

119IndexSSelect folder ... 31Settings information... 65Shared key ...

12Turn off the camera before attaching the transmitter. Ensure the camera battery has sufficient charge. If the charge drops below 19%, you cannot tra

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13Click one of the following chapter titles to view the corresponding page.Subsequent Organization of This Manual 1 Basic Network Settings (p.15)2 Tra

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15Basic Network SettingsComplete the basic network settings by following transmitter connection instructions on the camera menu screen. COPY

16The connection instructions help you follow the steps to connect the transmitter to an existing wireless or wired LAN. To connect to a wireless LAN,

17This section describes the process of following the connection instructions. If an error is displayed, refer to “Troubleshooting” in Chapter 9 (p.91

18 Turn the <5> dial to select the communication method, and then press <0>. Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next screen.•

19Selecting the Communication Method and LAN Type• WFTserverChoose this option for remote capture over a wireless or wired LAN with the transmitter ac

2The Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2 II is an accessory for EOS-1D Mark IV camera. It gives the camera wireless and wired LAN functionality and adds

20Selecting the Communication Method and LAN TypeFor [LinkedShot] instructions, refer to page 61. Note that no information about [LinkedShot] is given

21When you select [Connect with wizard], active wireless LAN terminals in your area are listed, accompanied by information about them. Select the SSID

22Using the Wizard to Establish a ConnectionNext, enter the encryption key of the wireless LAN terminal. For details on the encryption key, refer to t

23This is a connection mode when using a wireless LAN terminal compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Pushbutton Connection mode (PBC mode) make

24This 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

25 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 n

26Configuring Network SettingsThe following instructions are for settings screens that vary depending on the communication method (FTP Transfer, EOS U

27Configuring Network SettingsThe virtual keyboard is displayed during entry of the encryption key, server name, and other information.Switching to ot

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29Transferring Imagesto an FTP ServerWith FTP transfer, you can automatically transfer each image to the FTP server as you shoot or transfer a set of

3IntroductionFunctions When Connected via USBExternal MediaRecord or backup images onto external mediaAdd the latitude, longitude, altitude, date and

30These instructions are continued from Chapter 1.1 Turn the <5> dial to select [Address setting], and then press <0>.2 If you have set

31Configuring FTP Communication Settings6 Complete the [Login method] settings. Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], and then press <0> to

32An image can be automatically transferred to the FTP server immediately after shooting. You can also continue shooting even while images are being t

33Automatic Image Transfer After Each ShotIn automatic transfer during shooting, you can choose which images to transfer if different sizes of images

34Simply select an image and press <0> to transfer it. You can also add a caption before transferring images. You can also continue shooting eve

35Transferring Images IndividuallyYou can add a registered caption to each image before transfer. This is effective if you want to inform the recipien

36After shooting, you can select multiple images as desired and transfer them all at once. You can also transfer unsent images or images that could no

37Batch Transfer4Transfer the images. Select [Transfer]. Select [OK] on the confirmation screen displayed next.X A transfer progress screen is displ

38Batch Transfer1In [WFT settings], select [Image sel./transfer].2Select [Sel.n].3Select [Folder images not transfer’d]. To transfer images that coul

39Batch Transfer1In [WFT settings], select [Image sel./transfer].2Select [All image].3Select [Card images not transferred]. To transfer images that c

4 These instructions should be followed only after your wireless or wired LAN and FTP server settings are complete. For details on configuring these

40To check the transfer history, in [Image sel./transfer], select [Sel.Image].Image not selected for transfer (no icon)Image selected for transfer Ima

41Images transferred to the FTP server are stored in the following folder as specified in the FTP server settings. Under the default settings of the

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43Remote CaptureUsing EOS UtilityYou can use EOS Utility to shoot remotely over a wireless or wired LAN.In addition to remote capture, all camera oper

44These instructions are continued from Chapter 1.With EOS Utility, you can use the included WFT Pairing Software to establish a connection between th

45Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings3 Double-click the pairing software icon.X Detected cameras are listed. Cameras that have already bee

46Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings There is no need to complete pairing again if you will continue using a particular camera, transmitt

47For EOS Utility instructions, refer to the Software Instruction Manual (PDF). You can take full advantage of EOS Utility via the transmitter just as

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49Remote CaptureUsing WFT ServerUsing a web browser, you can view images on a memory card in the camera and download them to a computer.Additionally,

5Chapter ListIntroduction2Basic Network Settings15Transferring Images to an FTP Server29Remote Capture Using EOS Utility43Remote Capture Using WFT Ser

50These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. Press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to select the set number, and then press <0>. Pres

51Configuring WFT Server Communication Settings3 Turn the <5> dial to select [WFT account], and then press <0>. When changing the port

52In the web browser, display WFT Server, a screen for transmitter operations. Make sure you have already established a connection between the camera

53Browse images on the camera’s memory card as follows.1Click [Viewer].X The image viewing screen is displayed.2Select the memory card. Click [CF], [

54Viewing Images4Download images to the computer. Click a thumbnail.X The image is displayed at a larger size. To download the image to your compute

55First, prepare the camera for Live View shooting. Note that remote capture of movies is not supported. For web browsers that do not support JavaScri

56Remote Capture [Camera control]2Set the lens focus mode switch to <f>. Under these conditions, click the release button (⑤). When you let go

57Remote Capture [Camera control]5Configure the shooting settings. Click setting items (such as quality) to view the setting details, which you can c

58First, prepare the camera for Live View shooting. Note that remote capture of movies is not supported. For web browsers that do not support JavaScri

59The following instructions are for remote capture with web browsers that do not support JavaScript.First, prepare the camera for Live View shooting.

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61Linked ShootingWith 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 came

62First, establish a connection from the slave cameras to the master camera. Because linked shooting utilizes a wireless connection via IEEE 802.11g i

63Setting Up Linked Shooting5Set up the master camera. Configure the settings on the master camera following steps 1-3 on the previous page, and the

64 Arrange the slave cameras in clear view of the master camera, without objects between them. You can arrange master camera in an overall circumfe

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66Check the network settings as follows.1In [WFT settings], select [Set up].2 Select [Confirm settings].X The settings are displayed.Checking Settings

67Settings originally completed using the connection wizard can be changed as follows. You can also change IP security settings (IPsec) not completed

68Changing SettingsConfigured in [TCP/IP]  [Security].IPsec is a set of standards for encrypted communication over the Internet. It provides effectiv

69Network settings can be saved on a memory card for use with other cameras.1In [WFT settings], select [Set up].2Select [LAN settings].3Select the set

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70Saving and Loading Settings6Select [Save].X The settings are now saved as a file on the memory card. The settings are saved as a file (WFTNPF**.NIF

71Using External MediaCommercially available external media, connected via USB, can be used the same way as CF and SD cards. You can also back up imag

72Before connecting external media to the transmitter, switch the camera’s power switch to <OFF>. Also turn off external media that has its own

73Connecting External Media5Select [OK]. Camera operations such as shooting, menu display, or image playback are not possible until the connection is

74Connecting External MediaBefore unplugging external media from the USB port, always select [Disconnect] as shown in step 5. Follow the instructions

75Images can be stored on external media connected via USB just as on CF and SD cards.You can also configure [Record func.], [Record/play], and [Folde

76Choosing Recording Media When ShootingWhen you select external media in [Record/play], the [Select location for DCIM folder] screen is displayed. Th

77Images can be copied to external media connected via USB just as to CF and SD cards.1On the [5] tab, select [Record func+media/folder sel.].X The ic

78Images stored on CF or SD cards can be backed up on external media.Initially, captured images are stored in the DCIM folder on CF or SD cards. Selec

79Backing Up on External Media\\\A simple method of backup is available, as follows.1Select [Quick backup].2Select the source memory card.3Select [Sta

8 To comply with local radio wave regulations in various areas around the world, Canon offers four region-specific versions of the transmitter (WFT-E

80Backing Up on External MediaWhere the DCIM Folder is Stored The DCIM folder is stored in a directory indicated by a file path such as [u/09103102/]

81Backing Up on External Media4Select [Create folder].5Enter the [Folder name]. Always use 8 characters for the folder name. For instructions on ent

82Backing Up on External MediaThe provided external media case can hold portable hard disks up to 120 x 75 x 15 mm/4.72 x 2.95 x 0.59 in. External Med

83Using GPS DevicesCommercially available GPS devices connected via USB can obtain information including the latitude, longitude, altitude, and date a

84Turn off the GPS device and camera before connecting them.When connecting GPS devices, be sure to use the USB cable provided with the camera.The tra

85Connecting GPS Devices with a USB Cable5Select [OK]. After selecting [OK], turn the GPS device on. It may take a few minutes to establish a conne

86Connecting GPS Devices with a USB CableBefore unplugging GPS devices from the USB port, always select [Disconnect] as shown in step 5. Follow the in

87By attaching the Canon Bluetooth Unit BU-30 to the USB port, you can connect Bluetooth® GPS devices wirelessly. (Bluetooth® devices other than GPS d

88Connecting GPS Devices via Bluetooth5Select [OK]. After the Bluetooth unit is attached to the transmitter, the transmitter’s <USB> lamp blink

89Connecting GPS Devices via Bluetooth8When the confirmation message is displayed, select [OK]. The GPS connection status changes to [Connecting]. Pr

9Areas of Use and Restrictions The following actions may be punishable under law. Disassembling or modifying the transmitter, or removing the certifi

90Connecting GPS Devices via BluetoothBefore detaching Bluetooth units from the USB port, always select [Disconnect] as shown in step 5. Follow the in

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92If transmitter errors are displayed on the camera LCD monitor, refer to the examples of corrective actions in this section to eliminate the cause of

93Responding to Error Messages Is the pairing software running?X Start the pairing software and follow the instructions to re-establish the connectio

94Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, the DNS address setting is [Auto assign] or [Manual setting]. Does

95Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the transmitter The transmitter’s proxy server setting is [Enable]. Does the error occur under this se

96Responding to Error Messages Is another device on the transmitter network using the same IP address as the transmitter?X This error occurs if the t

97Responding to Error Messages Has the USB cable been disconnected?X After connecting the USB cable, in [WFT settings], select [USB device connec.] a

98Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, does the FTP server’s IP address setting match the server’s actual

99Responding to Error Messages Are you connecting to the FTP server via a broadband router?X Some broadband routers use a firewall to restrict access