Canon EOS 6D Mark II User Manual Page 1

INSTRUCTIONMANUALENGLISHWi-Fi (Wireless Communication) FunctionInstruction Manual

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Sending Images to a Web Service100Specify the range of images to send all the images in the range at once.1Press <0>.2Select [Send range].3Speci

101Sending Images to a Web Service5Select [Resize image]. Set it as necessary. On the displayed screen, select an image size, then press <0>.6

Sending Images to a Web Service102Send all the images on the card at once.1Press <0>.2Select [Send all card].3Select [Resize image]. Set it as

103Sending Images to a Web Service4Select [Send]. The images will be sent. On the screen to complete the process for sending the image, select [OK]

Sending Images to a Web Service104Send all the images that match the search conditions set in [Set image search conditions] at once.For [Set image sea

105Sending Images to a Web Service4Select [Send]. The images will be sent. On the screen to complete the process for sending the image, select [OK]

Sending Images to a Web Service106 With a Wi-Fi connection to a Web service established, a picture cannot be taken even if the camera’s shutter butto

1078Advanced Wi-Fi ConnectionThis section mainly describes how to connect via Wi-Fi using an access point. Set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable] on the [Wi-Fi sett

108When you connect to an access point, you can use the following Wi-Fi functions.* These instructions should only be followed after each device, such

109To start with, check if the access point supports WPS* that allows easy Wi-Fi connection between Wi-Fi devices.If you do not know if the access poi

111Getting StartedThis section describes how to prepare a Bluetooth connection or Wi-Fi connection.

110This is a Wi-Fi connection mode available when using an access point compatible with WPS. In pushbutton connection mode (PBC mode), the camera and

111Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection with WPS (PBC Mode)3Select [Register a device for connection]. Not displayed when a Web service is selected in ste

Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection with WPS (PBC Mode)1126Select [WPS (PBC mode)]. Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next screen.7Connect to

113Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection with WPS (PBC Mode)This section describes how to set the screens for the Wi-Fi function. Read the page that introdu

114This is a Wi-Fi connection mode available when using an access point compatible with WPS. In PIN code connection mode (PIN mode), an 8-digit ident

115Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection with WPS (PIN Mode)3Select [Register a device for connection]. Not displayed when a Web service is selected in ste

Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection with WPS (PIN Mode)1167Specify the PIN code at the access point. At the access point, specify the 8-digit PIN code di

117Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection with WPS (PIN Mode)This section describes how to set the screens for the Wi-Fi function. Read the page that introdu

118Establish a Wi-Fi connection by selecting the SSID (or ESS-ID) of the access point for a Wi-Fi connection from a list of active access points nearb

119Connecting to a Detected Network Manually via Wi-Fi4Select [Switch network]. Displayed when [q], [D], or [l] is selected in step 2.5Select an acce

12First, follow the steps below to set the Wi-Fi settings.1Select [Wireless communication settings]. Press the <M> button, select [Wireless com

Connecting to a Detected Network Manually via Wi-Fi120 Enter the password specified for the access point. For details on the specified password, refe

121Connecting to a Detected Network Manually via Wi-Fi8Select [Auto setting]. Select [OK] and press <0> to display the setting screen (p.122) f

Connecting to a Detected Network Manually via Wi-Fi122This section describes how to set the screens for the Wi-Fi function. Read the page that introdu

123Connecting to a Detected Network Manually via Wi-FiA screen to select a destination may be displayed depending on the Web service you select in [Wi

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1259Reconnecting via Wi-FiThis section describes how to reconnect the camera to a device for which you have already established a Wi-Fi connection and

126Reconnect the camera via Wi-Fi to a device or Web service that you have connected to and registered connection settings for in the past.1 Select [W

127Reconnecting via Wi-FiD EOS Utility Start EOS Utility on the computer. If the computer’s connection destination has been changed, restore the set

128With a Bluetooth connection established between the camera and a smartphone, follow the steps below to reconnect to the smartphone via Wi-Fi.1Start

129Connecting to a Bluetooth-connected Smartphone via Wi-Fi1Start Camera Connect.2Select a Camera Connect function.3Check the SSID. Check the camera’

13Setting Wi-Fi Settings5Register [Nickname]. When the screen on the left appears, press <0>. The screen on the left will appear. When using

130You can register up to 20 connection settings for the Wi-Fi function.1 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Select [Wi-Fi function] on the [Wireless communica

13110Checking and Operating Connection SettingsThis section describes how to change or delete the connection settings, clear the wireless communicatio

132Change or delete connection settings saved on the camera. To change or delete the connection settings, terminate the Wi-Fi connection first.1 Selec

133Changing or Deleting Connection Settings5Check or change the connection settings. Select an item and press <0>, then change or delete the co

134All wireless communication settings can be deleted. By deleting the wireless communication settings, you can prevent them from being exposed when y

135On the [View info] screen, you can check the error content and the MAC address of the camera.1 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Select [Wi-Fi function] on

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138When an error occurs, display the details of the error by following one of the procedures below. Then, eliminate the cause of the error by referrin

139Responding to Error Messages In the case of [q], is Camera Connect running? Establish a connection using Camera Connect (p.35). In the case of [

Setting Wi-Fi Settings14 [51: Wireless communication settings] cannot be selected when the multiple exposure, video snapshot, or time-lapse movie mod

Responding to Error Messages140What to check on the camera On the camera, IP address is set to [Auto setting]. Is this the correct setting? If no DH

141Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the camera On the camera, does the DNS server’s IP address setting match the server’s actual address?

Responding to Error Messages142What to check on the camera Do the camera and another device connected via Wi-Fi to the same network have the same IP

143Responding to Error Messages Are any obstacles blocking the line of sight between the camera and the antenna of the access point? Move the antenn

Responding to Error Messages144 Are the camera and the access point set to use the same authentication method? The camera supports the following aut

145Responding to Error Messages Are any obstacles blocking the line of sight between the camera and the antenna of the access point? Move the antenn

Responding to Error Messages146 Did you hold down the access point’s WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button for the specified period of time? Hold down

147Responding to Error Messages Does the card in the camera to receive data have sufficient space? Check the card in the camera to receive data. Rep

Responding to Error Messages148 Is the card in the camera to receive data locked? Check the card in the camera to receive data. Release the lock, th

149Responding to Error Messages Web service setting operation may have failed. Connect the camera and computer via Wi-Fi or with an interface cable

152Connecting to a Smartphone via Wi-FiThis section describes how to directly connect the camera to a smartphone via Wi-Fi.Connecting to a smartphone

Responding to Error Messages150 A problem other than error code number 121 to 126 occurred during the connection to the Web service. Try re-establis

151If a problem occurs with the camera, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact

Troubleshooting Guide152 A previously paired smartphone cannot be paired with the camera again if the camera’s registration is retained on the smartp

153If the transmission rate drops, the connection is lost, or other problems occur when using the wireless communication functions, try the following

Wireless Communication Function Notes154 When [Wi-Fi] is set to [Enable], image transfer using an Eye-Fi card is disabled. When [Bluetooth function]

155If security settings have not been properly set, the following problems may occur. Transmission monitoringThird parties with malicious intent may

156 WindowsOpen the Windows [Command Prompt], then type ipconfig/all and press the <Enter> key.In addition to the IP address assigned to the co

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158On the [Wireless communication settings] screen, you can change the wireless communication function settings.Press the <M> button, select [Wi

159Wi-Fi You can set whether to [Enable] or [Disable] the wireless communication function. When the use of electronic devices and wireless devices i

16You can select the following Wi-Fi connection methods according to the functions and usage status of the smartphone. By connecting to a Bluetooth-c

160 Changing the entry areaPress the <Q> button to toggle between the top and bottom entry areas. Moving the cursorPress the <Y> <Z&g

161Set up the IP address settings manually. The items displayed vary depending on the Wi-Fi function.1Select [Manual setting]. Select [OK] and press

Setting up the IP Address Manually1624Select [OK]. When you have completed setting the necessary items, select [OK] and press <0>. The setting

163Wireless communication status can be checked on the camera’s LCD monitor and LCD panel.Wireless Communication StatusCommunication statusLCD monitor

Wireless Communication Status164Bluetooth Function Indicator* Bluetooth is not connected with a Wi-Fi connection established.In Camera ConnectBluetoot

1659Wi-FiStandards compliance: IEEE 802.11b/g/nTransmission method: DS-SS modulation (IEEE 802.11b) OFDM modulation (IEEE 802.11g/n)Transmission range

1669Countries and Regions Permitting Wireless Communication Function UseUse of wireless communication functions is restricted in some countries and re

167Trademarks Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Ma

168IndexAAccess points... 109Encryption ... 109Android ...

169IndexSSend images to smartphone... 41Send image shown... 42, 44, 46, 62, 97Send range ... 49, 65, 100Send selected ...

17To connect the camera to a smartphone, a smartphone on which Android or iOS is installed is necessary. In addition, the dedicated application Camera

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18This section describes how to use the Bluetooth function to connect to a Bluetooth-compatible smartphone via Wi-Fi.When you connect the camera to a

19Connecting to a Bluetooth-compatible Smartphone via Wi-FiOperation on the Camera-11Select [Wireless communication settings]. Press the <M> bu

2Before Using This CameraNote that Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or damage from erroneous wireless communication settings when using the ca

Connecting to a Bluetooth-compatible Smartphone via Wi-Fi204Select [Smartphone]. <x> will be displayed on the camera’s LCD panel.5Select [Pairi

21Connecting to a Bluetooth-compatible Smartphone via Wi-FiOperation on the Smartphone7Enable the Bluetooth function. Enable the Bluetooth function o

Connecting to a Bluetooth-compatible Smartphone via Wi-Fi22Operation on the Camera-211Select [OK].12Press <0>. Pairing will complete and the ca

23Connecting to a Bluetooth-compatible Smartphone via Wi-FiWhen a Bluetooth connection is established, follow the steps below to establish a Wi-Fi con

Connecting to a Bluetooth-compatible Smartphone via Wi-Fi24iOS1Select a Camera Connect function. Select the Camera Connect function you want to use.

25Connecting to a Bluetooth-compatible Smartphone via Wi-Fi The [qWi-Fi on] screen will appear on the camera’s LCD monitor. An illustration indicati

Connecting to a Bluetooth-compatible Smartphone via Wi-Fi26On the [Bluetooth function] screen, you can change or check the Bluetooth function settings

27Connecting to a Bluetooth-compatible Smartphone via Wi-FiTo pair the camera with another smartphone, remove the currently paired device’s registrati

28An NFC-compatible smartphone can be connected via Wi-Fi by touching it to the camera.This section describes how to connect to an NFC-compatible smar

29Connecting to an NFC-compatible Smartphone via Wi-Fi When touching the smartphone to the camera, be careful not to drop the camera or smartphone.

3Introduction(1)q Communicate with a smartphone (p.15)Connect the camera to a smartphone or tablet via Wi-Fi and use the dedicated application “Camera

Connecting to an NFC-compatible Smartphone via Wi-Fi301Enable the NFC function on the camera and smartphone (p.159).2Touch a smartphone to the camera

31Connecting to an NFC-compatible Smartphone via Wi-Fi3Establish a Wi-Fi connection. When a connection is established, the screen on the left will ap

Connecting to an NFC-compatible Smartphone via Wi-Fi32 The main window of Camera Connect will be displayed on the smartphone.The Wi-Fi connection to

33Operation on the Camera-11 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Select [Wi-Fi function] on the [Wireless communication settings] screen, then press <0>.2

Connecting to a Smartphone via Wi-Fi from the [Wi-Fi function] Menu344Select [Do not display]. If Camera Connect is already installed, select [Do not

35Connecting to a Smartphone via Wi-Fi from the [Wi-Fi function] MenuOperation on the Smartphone6Operate the smartphone to establish a Wi-Fi connectio

Connecting to a Smartphone via Wi-Fi from the [Wi-Fi function] Menu36Operation on the Camera-29Establish a Wi-Fi connection. When a connection is est

37Connecting to a Smartphone via Wi-Fi from the [Wi-Fi function] Menu The main window of Camera Connect will be displayed on the smartphone.The Wi-Fi

38You can use a smartphone with Camera Connect installed to view images stored in the camera or perform remote shooting, etc.The main functions of Cam

39Operating the Camera Using a Smartphone If the Wi-Fi connection is terminated while recording a movie with remote shooting, the following will occu

Introduction4This camera can be connected easily to a smartphone compatible with Bluetooth low energy technology* via Wi-Fi. For details, see page 18.

40To terminate the Wi-Fi connection, perform either of the following operations.On the smartphone’s Camera Connect screen, tap on [ ].On the camera’s

41You can use the following methods to send images to a smartphone from the camera.(1) Selecting [Send images to smartphone] to send images(2) Sending

Sending Images to a Smartphone from the Camera424Select an image to send. Turn the <5> dial to select an image to send, then press <0>.

43Sending Images to a Smartphone from the CameraSend images from the Quick Control screen during playback.1Connect the camera to a smartphone via Blue

Sending Images to a Smartphone from the Camera445Select an image to send. Turn the <5> dial to select an image to send, then press <0>.

45Sending Images to a Smartphone from the CameraBy touching an NFC-compatible smartphone to the camera while playing back an image on the camera, you

Sending Images to a Smartphone from the Camera464Select [Send img shown]. To select a size at which to send the image, select [Resize image] and pres

47Sending Images to a Smartphone from the CameraYou can send multiple images at a time.If the multiple image selection screen is already displayed, st

Sending Images to a Smartphone from the Camera484Select [Resize image]. Set it as necessary. On the displayed screen, select an image size, then pre

49Sending Images to a Smartphone from the CameraSending a Specified Range of ImagesSpecify the range of images to send all the images in the range at

5 In this manual, the term “access point” indicates wireless LAN routers, etc. that relay Wi-Fi connections. The camera does not come with an interf

Sending Images to a Smartphone from the Camera504Confirm the range. Press the <Q> button.5Select [Resize image]. Set it as necessary. On the

51Sending Images to a Smartphone from the CameraSending All Images on the CardSend all the images on the card at once.1Press <0>.2Select [Send a

Sending Images to a Smartphone from the Camera52Sending Images that Match the Search ConditionsSend all the images that match the search conditions se

53Sending Images to a Smartphone from the CameraWhen You Send Images by Operating the Camera while Connected via Bluetooth (Android Only)When You Use

Sending Images to a Smartphone from the Camera54 If necessary, also read “NFC Function Cautions” (p.29). During the image transfer operation, a pict

55You can specify images viewable on a smartphone by operating the camera. Images can be specified after the Wi-Fi connection is terminated.1Select [W

Specifying Viewable Images565Select [Viewable imgs].6Select an item. Select [OK] and press <0> to display the setting screen.[All images]All im

57Specifying Viewable Images[Select by rating]Specify viewable images depending on whether a rating is appended (or not appended) or by the type of ra

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593Connecting to Another Camera via Wi-FiThis section describes how to send and receive images between two cameras via Wi-Fi. Set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable]

6This manual is structured as follows. After finishing preparation for a Wi-Fi connection in “Getting Started”, see the corresponding pages to set up

601 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Select [Wi-Fi function] on the [Wireless communication settings] screen, then press <0>.2Select [z] (Transfer imgs

61Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection5Select the images to send. Select images on the camera sending the images (p.62). Do not operate the camera receiv

62Select and send images individually.1Select an image to send. Turn the <5> dial to select an image to send, then press <0>. By pressin

63Sending Images to the Other CameraSelect multiple images to send them at once.1Press <0>.2Select [Send selected].3Select the images to send.

Sending Images to the Other Camera644Select [Resize image]. Set it as necessary. On the displayed screen, select an image size, then press <0>

65Sending Images to the Other CameraSpecify the range of images to send all the images in the range at once.1Press <0>.2Select [Send range].3Spe

Sending Images to the Other Camera665Select [Resize image]. Set it as necessary. On the displayed screen, select an image size, then press <0>

67Sending Images to the Other CameraSend all the images on the card at once.1Press <0>.2Select [Send all card].3Select [Resize image]. Set it a

Sending Images to the Other Camera685Terminate the Wi-Fi connection. Press the <M> button to display the confirmation dialog. Select [OK], then

69Sending Images to the Other Camera3Select [Resize image]. Set it as necessary. On the displayed screen, select an image size, then press <0>

71234Introduction 2What You Can Do Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless Communication) Functions ...

Sending Images to the Other Camera70 With a Wi-Fi connection established, a picture cannot be taken even if the camera’s shutter button is pressed. T

714Connecting to Connect Station via Wi-FiConnect Station (sold separately) is a device that allows you to import captured still photos and movies for

721Hold the camera close to Connect Station. Turn on the camera and Connect Station, then hold the camera’s p mark close to the Connect Station’s NFC

73Saving Images If necessary, also read “NFC Function Cautions” (p.29). While saving images, a picture cannot be taken even if the camera’s shutter

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755Connecting to EOS Utility via Wi-FiThis section describes how to connect the camera directly to a computer via Wi-Fi.You can connect to a computer

761 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Select [Wi-Fi function] on the [Wireless communication settings] screen, then press <0>.2Select [D] (Remote contro

77Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection5Select the SSID, then enter the password. On the computer’s network setting screen, select the SSID checked in step

Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection787Start EOS Utility.8In EOS Utility, click [Pairing over Wi-Fi/LAN]. If a firewall-related message is displayed, sele

79Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection[DWi-Fi on] ScreenDisconnect,exit Terminates the Wi-Fi connection.Confirm set. You can check the settings.Error det

Contents86789105Connecting to EOS Utility via Wi-Fi 75Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection ... 76Operatin

80For EOS Utility operation procedures, refer to the EOS Utility Instruction Manual. In addition to remote shooting, various camera operations are ava

816Connecting to a Printer via Wi-FiThis section describes how to print images by directly connecting the camera to a printer via Wi-Fi. Set [Wi-Fi]

821 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Select [Wi-Fi function] on the [Wireless communication settings] screen, then press <0>.2Select [l] (Print from Wi

83Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection5Operate the printer to connect it to the camera via Wi-Fi. On the Wi-Fi settings menu of the printer to be used, se

84Select and print images individually.1Select an image to print. Turn the <5> dial to select an image to print, then press <0>. By pres

85Printing ImagesPrint by specifying the printing options.1Press <0>.2Select [Print order]. The [Print order] screen will appear.3Set the print

Printing Images866Select [OK]. When printing is complete, the screen for step 3 will reappear.7Terminate the Wi-Fi connection. Press the <M> b

87Specify settings for printing as necessary.The screen display and setting options vary depending on the printer. Some settings may not be available.

Print Settings88Q Setting the Paper Size Select the size of the paper loaded in the printer, then press <0>. The paper type screen will appear

89Print Settings Contents displayed on the screen vary depending on the printer. Select the option, then press <0>. Select the desired printi

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Print Settings90 Select [I], then press <0>. Set the print settings as desired, then press <0>. Select [R], then press <0>. Set

91Print SettingsYou can crop the image and print only an enlarged version of the cropped portion, as if the image is recomposed.Set the cropping right

Print Settings92 Depending on the printer, the cropped image area may not be printed as you specified. The smaller you make the cropping frame, the

937Sending Images to a Web ServiceThis section describes how to use Web services to send images. Set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable] on the [Wi-Fi settings] scre

94To send images to Web services, you need to sign up as a CANON iMAGE GATEWAY member (free of charge).Once you are a CANON iMAGE GATEWAY member, you

95Preparation for Web ServicesStart EOS Utility on the computer, log in to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, then specify the camera’s settings to enable access to

961 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Select [Wi-Fi function] on the [Wireless communication settings] screen, then press <0>.2Select the Web service yo

97You can share images with your family and friends by sending images from the camera to a Web service registered on the camera or by sending Web link

Sending Images to a Web Service98Select multiple images to send them at once.1Press <0>.2Select [Send selected].3Select the images to send. Tur

99Sending Images to a Web Service4Select [Resize image]. Set it as necessary. When YouTube is selected as the destination, [Resize image] is not dis