Canon Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E7 B User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUALEWireless File Transmitterfor EOS RWFT-E7 (Ver.2)This manual is for the WFT-E7 (Ver.2) installed with firmware version 1.4.0 or late

10LCD panel* Bluetooth connectivity is not supported on the EOS R.NomenclatureBattery compartment cover (p.12)Battery compartment cover release lever

101IndexAAC adapter...14Ad hoc...81AES...

102IndexPPairing...50Passive mode ...33, 63PBC mode ...

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The descriptions in this Instruction Manual are current as of August 2018. For information on the compatibility with any products introduced after thi

11NomenclatureCase and other accessoriesInterface cablesWhen connecting to the EOS R, use either IFC-40AB III (40 cm / 1.3 ft.; sold separately) or IF

12Use one Battery Pack LP-E6N (or LP-E6) to power the transmitter. When replacing the transmitter’s battery, be sure to turn the transmitter off befor

13Installing and Removing the BatteryThe remaining battery level is displayed when you turn the transmitter on. A blinking battery icon (b) indicates

14You can power the transmitter with a household power outlet by using the DC Coupler DR-E6 and AC Adapter AC-E6N (each sold separately).1Insert the D

15When connecting the transmitter to the camera, always use one of the interface cables included with the transmitter.1 Turn off both the transmitt

16Attaching to the CameraConnect the transmitter to the camera using IFC-150AB III.Example of Using the Case and Strap Before disconnecting the cable

171Basic Network SettingsComplete the basic network settings by using the menu screen on the camera’s monitor.

18 [FTP trans.]You can transfer captured images to an FTP server.Images can be automatically transferred as you shoot them, or you can select images

19Preparation [EOSUtility]You can perform remote shooting over a LAN using EOS Utility (EOS software).In addition to remote shooting, almost all EOS

2The transmitter is an accessory for EOS cameras that enables LAN functions to be used when attached to the camera.Using the transmitter’s LAN functio

20This section describes the process following the connection instructions. If an error is displayed, see “Troubleshooting Guide” in Chapter 6 (p.69)

21Displaying the Connection Wizard5Select [Connection wizard]. The <LAN> lamp on the transmitter will blink in green.6Select the communication

22To connect using an access point, check if the access point supports WPS* that allows easy connection between Wi-Fi devices.If you do not know if th

23The instructions in this chapter are continued from page 22.This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with WPS. In p

24The instructions in this chapter are continued from page 22.This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with WPS. In P

25Connecting via WPS (PIN Mode)4Connect to the access point. Select [OK] and press <0> to establish a connection with the access point. When a

26The instructions in this chapter are continued from page 22.Establish a connection by selecting the SSID (or ESS-ID) of the access point to connect

27Connecting to a Detected Network Manually Enter the encryption key (password) specified for the access point. For details on the specified encrypti

28Connecting to a Detected Network Manually Press the <W><X><Y><Z> keys to move within 2 and 4–8. Press <0> to confirm

29Select [Auto setting]. Select [OK] and press <0> to display the setting screen for the communication method. If [Auto setting] results in an

3 To comply with local radio wave regulations, Canon offers five region-specific versions of the transmitter (A, B, C, D, and E) in various areas aro

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312Transferring Images toan FTP ServerBy connecting to an FTP server, you can transfer images stored in the camera to a computer.With FTP transfer, yo

32These instructions are continued from Chapter 1.1Select an FTP mode. To establish security for FTP transfer using a root certificate, select [FTPS]

33Configuring FTP Server Connection Settings4Set the port number. [Port number setting] should usually be 00021. Select [OK] and press <0> to

34Configuring FTP Server Connection Settings8Set the target folder. Select [Root folder] to have images saved in the root folder as specified in FTP

35Configuring FTP Server Connection SettingsIf the FTP mode is set to [FTPS] when configuring the connection settings, the same root certificate as th

36Configuring FTP Server Connection Settings4Select [Set root certif].5Select [Load root certif from card].6Select [OK]. The root certificate is impo

37An image can be automatically transferred to the FTP server immediately after shooting. You can also continue still photo shooting even while images

38Transferring Images Individually4Select [Automatic transfer]. Select [Enable].5Take the picture. The captured image is transferred to the FTP serv

39Transferring Images IndividuallySimply play back an image and press <0> to transfer it. You can also continue still photo shooting even while

4Conventions Used in this ManualBasic Assumptions All operations explained in this manual assume that the power switch is set to <1>. It is as

40Transferring Images IndividuallyFor RAW+JPEG images, you can specify which images to transfer.Select [Transfer type/size] in step 4 on page 38 to se

41Transferring Images IndividuallyIf transfer fails, the <LAN> lamp on the transmitter blinks in red. In this case, press the <M> button,

42After 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

43Batch Transfer5Select images to transfer. Select the image to be transferred with the <Y> <Z> keys, then press <0>. Display the

44Batch Transfer Select RangeUnder [Multiple] , select [Select range]. Selecting the first and last images of the range marks all the images in the r

45Batch TransferFor RAW+JPEG images, you can specify which image to transfer.In step 2 on page 42, select [RAW+JPEG transfer], and select the image to

46When you select [Transfer with caption], you can add a registered caption to each image before transfer. This is convenient if you want to inform th

47Images 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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493Operating RemotelyUsing EOS UtilityUsing EOS Utility, you can view images stored in the camera or save them to a computer. Additionally, you can op

5Chapter ListIntroduction2Basic Network Settings17Transferring Images to an FTP Server31Operating Remotely Using EOS Utility49Terminating the Connecti

50These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. To establish a connection, operations on the computer are required. For details, refer to the comp

51Configuring EOS Utility Connection Settings4Click [Connect] on the computer. Select the camera to connect to, then click [Connect]. If multiple ca

52For EOS Utility instructions, refer to the EOS Utility Instruction Manual. In addition to remote shooting, various camera operations are available.U

534Terminating the Connectionand Reconnecting

541Select [55: WFT settings].2Select [Connection settings].3Select [Disconnect]. The connection is terminated.Terminating the Connection

551Select [55: WFT settings].2Select [Connection settings].3Select [SET*]. From the saved settings, select the setting to connect to.4Select [Connect

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575Checking and OperatingConnection Settings

58Check, change, or delete connection settings saved on the camera.1Select [55: WFT settings].2Select [Connection settings].3Select [SET*]. From the

59Displaying the Connection Settings Screen4Check or change the settings. Select an item and press <0>, then check or change the settings on th

62134Introduction 2Conventions Used in this Manual... 3Chapter List ...

60Settings originally completed using the connection wizard can be changed. You can also configure settings that cannot be set using the connection wi

61Changing Settings[FTP server]This is displayed for settings that connect to an FTP server. Configure FTP server settings.Configured in [TCP/IP] 9 [S

62Changing SettingsConfigured in [FTP server] 9 [Directory structure].Selecting [Camera] automatically creates a folder structure matching that of the

63Changing SettingsConfigured in [FTP server] 9 [Passive mode].Enable this setting in network environments protected by a firewall. If an Error 41 occ

64Connection settings can be saved on a card for use with other cameras. In addition, connection settings configured on other cameras can be applied t

65Saving and Loading Settings1Select [Save/load settings on card]. On the [Connection settings] screen displayed in step 4 on page 59, select [Save/l

66On the [Function settings] screen, you can configure FTP transfer settings, set the power saving function, and check the MAC address.1Select [55: WF

67Function Settings Screen[FTP transfer settings] (p.35-41)Configure FTP transfer settings.[Power saving]This function works when connected via a wire

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696Troubleshooting GuideTransfer speed in ad hoc mode may become extremely slow when the transmitter is used with certain types of computer. For more

7Contents675Checking and Operating Connection Settings 57Displaying the Connection Settings Screen...58Changing Setti

70If transmitter errors are displayed on the camera’s monitor, refer to the examples of corrective actions in this section to eliminate the cause of t

71Responding to Error MessagesIf [Waiting to retry transfer...] is displayedIf image transfer via FTP fails after shooting, the screen on the left is

72Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, IP address is set to [Auto setting]. Is this the correct setting?

73Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, DNS address is set to [Manual setting]. Is this the correct settin

74Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the transmitter Is another device on the transmitter network using the same IP address as the transmit

75Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the proxy server Is the power of the proxy server on? Turn on the proxy server. Is the proxy server

76Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, does the FTP server’s IP address setting match the server’s actual

77Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the FTP server Is the FTP server working correctly? Configure the computer correctly to function as a

78Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the network as a whole Does your network include a router or similar device that serves as a gateway?

79Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, is the [Login name] entered correctly? Check the login name for a

8Be sure to read these instructions in order to operate the product safely. Follow these instructions to prevent injury or harm to the operator of the

80Responding to Error MessagesWhat to check on the FTP server The connection was terminated by the FTP server. Restart the FTP server. Do the user

81Responding to Error Messages Are any obstacles blocking the line of sight between the transmitter and the antenna of the access point? Move the an

82Responding to Error Messages Are the transmitter and the access point set to use the same authentication method? The transmitter supports the foll

83Responding to Error Messages Are any obstacles blocking the line of sight between the transmitter and the antenna of the access point? Move the an

84Responding to Error Messages Are the transmitter and the access point set to use the same encryption method? The transmitter supports the followin

85Responding to Error Messages Is the LAN cable securely connected? Reconnect the LAN cable between the transmitter and server. Because the cable ma

86If the transmission rate drops, the connection is lost, images are not displayed smoothly, or other problems occur when using the wireless functions

87Wireless Function Notes When multiple cameras with a wireless transmitter attached are connected to one access point, make sure that the cameras’ I

88If security settings have not been properly set, the following problems may occur. Transmission monitoringThird parties with malicious intent may m

89 WindowsOpen the Windows [Command Prompt], then type ipconfig /all and press the <Enter> key.The IP address assigned to the computer is displ

9Safety Instructions The transmitter is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock. The transmitter is not waterproof. D

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917Reference

92Follow these steps to create captions and register them on the camera, as introduced in “Transferring Images with a Caption” (p.46). When creating a

93Creating and Registering Captions3Enter the caption or captions. Enter up to 31 characters (in ASCII format). To acquire caption data stored in th

94Set the IP address settings manually. The items displayed will differ depending on the communication method.1Select [Manual setting]. Select [OK] a

95Setting IP Address Manually4Select [OK]. When you have completed setting the necessary items, select [OK] and press <0>. The setting screen

979TypeType: Wired and wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n) IPsec-compatible image transfer accessory with Bluetooth connectivity for GPS devices* Blueto

98SpecificationsConnection method: Infrastructure or ad hoc mode* Wi-Fi Protected Setup supportedSecurity: Authentication method: Open system, Shared

99Specifications9Number of Possible ShotsNumber of possible shots during [Automatic transfer]Approx. number of images* The figures above are based on

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