Canon EOS 6D Instruction Manual

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Contents101210111314Manual Connection by Searching Networks ... 115Sending Images to a Web Service ...

100You can register up to three connection settings for EOS Utility.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then selec

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103Sending Images toa Web ServiceYou can register various Web services on the camera and send images stored in the camera to them. CANON iMAGE GATEWA

104To 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

105PreparationThe general procedure for sending images to a Web service is as follows.1 Prepare a computer on which EOS Utility has been installed.Use

106 When Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is supported• p.107: Easy Connection via WPS (PBC Mode) • p.111: Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode) When WPS i

107This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In pushbutton connection mode (PBC mode

Easy Connection via WPS (PBC Mode)1083Select a Web service. Select a Web service to connect to, then press <0>. The contents and ordering of t

109Easy Connection via WPS (PBC Mode)[Auto setting] Configures the settings available in [Manual setting] automatically. However, this option can onl

11Basic Settings forWireless LAN FunctionsThis chapter describes settings necessary for using the camera’s wireless LAN functions.COPY

Easy Connection via WPS (PBC Mode)1101Perform further settings. To finish settings in this stage, press the <V> key to select [OK], then press

111This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In the PIN code connection mode (PIN mo

Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode)1124Select [WPS (PIN mode)]. Press the <V> key to select [WPS (PIN mode)], then press <0>. Select [OK]

113Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode)[Auto setting] Configures the settings available in [Manual setting] automatically. However, this option can onl

Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode)1141Perform further settings. To finish settings in this stage, press the <V> key to select [OK], then press

115When [Find network] is selected, a list of active access points nearby is displayed, accompanied by information about them. Select the SSID (or ESS

Manual Connection by Searching Networks1164Select [Find network]. Press the <V> key to select [Find network], then press <0>. Select [OK

117Manual Connection by Searching NetworksSet the encryption key specified for the access point. For details on the specified encryption key, refer to

Manual Connection by Searching Networks118 Press the <V> key to select how the IP address should be set, then press <0>. Select [OK] and

119Manual Connection by Searching Networks1Perform further settings. To finish settings in this stage, press the <V> key to select [OK], then p

12First, set the camera’s nickname.When the camera is connected to another device via a wireless LAN, the nickname will be displayed on the device. Be

120You can share the images you take with other people by sending the images to a Web service registered on the camera, such as Facebook, Twitter and

121Sending Images to a Web Service When YouTube is selected as the destination, the [Terms of use] screen is displayed. Read the terms of use thorou

Sending Images to a Web Service122Multiple images can be selected and sent.1Press <0>.2Select [Send selected]. To select the size of the image

123Sending Images to a Web Service 4Reduce the image size. Set it if necessary. For the setting procedures, see the next page. When YouTube is sele

Sending Images to a Web Service124When [Send selected] is selected, the size of the images to send can be selected in the confirmation screen for send

125Sending Images to a Web ServiceYou can send emails to registered destinations. Each email will contain a link to the album to which the images were

126The camera can reconnect to a Web service for which connection settings have been registered. The connection to the access point only has to be est

127You can register up to three connection settings for Web services.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then sele

Registering Multiple Connection Settings1285Select [Unspecified]. Select [Unspecified] and press <0>.X The connection settings screen is displa

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13Registering a Nickname4Enter a nickname. For instructions on entering characters, see “Virtual Keyboard Operation” on the next page. Up to 16 char

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131Viewing Images Usinga Media PlayerImages on a card in the camera can be viewed on a TV set via a wireless LAN.This function requires a DLNA*-compat

132These instructions are continued from Chapter 5.1Perform further settings. To finish settings in this stage, press the <V> key to select [OK

133Images on the card in the camera can be displayed on a TV set using a media player. Note that RAW images and movies cannot be displayed.The followi

Displaying Images on a TV set1341Select [Exit]. If the screen on the left is not displayed, select [Wi-Fi function] under the [53] tab on the camera’

135The camera can reconnect to a media player for which connection settings have been registered.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [W

136You can register up to three connection settings for media players.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then sel

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139Using Quick Control toConnect to a Wireless LANQuick Control or Quick Control during playback lets you connect to a wireless LAN using registered c

Registering a Nickname14 Switching to other input areasTo switch between top and bottom input areas, press the <Q> button. Moving the cursorTo

140You can use Quick Control to access Wi-Fi functions for which connection destination settings have been registered. Three functions are available i

141You can also use Quick Control during playback to access Wi-Fi functions for which connection destination settings have been registered. From Quick

Connecting from a Playback Screen142 3Select the item to connect to. Select the item to connect to and press <0>. Items for which connection d

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146Check the network settings as follows.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].2Select

147Checking/Changing SettingsWhen the connection has been terminated Select the connection destination, select [Review/change settings], then press &

Checking/Changing Settings148 To change settings, select [Change set.] on the [Review/change settings] screen shown on page 147.X A screen for settin

149All wireless LAN settings can be deleted by the procedure described below. By deleting the wireless LAN settings, you can prevent them from being e

15 When you want to prioritize wireless LAN functions, do not operate the shutter button, Mode Dial, or playback button. Otherwise, shooting or playb

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151Troubleshooting GuideTransfer speed in ad hoc mode may become extremely slow when the camera is used with certain types of computer. For more infor

152When <k> or <l> on the LCD panel blinks, display the error content following one of the procedures below. Then, eliminate the cause of

153Responding to Error Messages In the case of [q], is EOS Remote running?X Establish a connection using EOS Remote (p.37, 78). In the case of [l],

Responding to Error Messages154 Is the DHCP server working correctly?X Check the DHCP server settings to make sure it is working correctly as a DHCP

155Responding 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?

Responding to Error Messages156 Are any obstacles blocking the line of sight between the camera and the antenna of the access point?X Move the antenn

157Responding to Error Messages Are the camera and the access point set to use the same authentication method?X The camera supports the following aut

Responding to Error Messages158 The wireless LAN connection was lost, for some reason, and the connection cannot be restored.X The following are poss

159Responding to Error Messages Connection is in progress by other access points in Pushbutton Connection mode (PBC mode) of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WP

Basic Operation and Settings16Settings and connection status for [Wi-Fi] under the [53] tab can be checked on the camera’s LCD panel and LCD monitor.[

Responding to Error Messages160 Check if the folder number of the camera to receive data is 999 and the file number 9999.X Folder or file names canno

161Responding to Error Messages Has the target camera terminated the connection?X Check the connection status and connect the cameras again. A probl

Responding to Error Messages162 Is the network connected?X Check the connection status of the network. CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is under maintenance or l

163If a problem occurs with the camera, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact

164If the transmission rate drops, the connection is lost, or other problems occur when using the camera with a wireless LAN, try the following correc

165Wireless LAN Notes Wireless LAN radio waves can be easily intercepted. For this reason, we recommend activating encrypted communication in the acc

166Click the Windows [Start] button 9 [All Programs] 9 [Accessories] 9 [Command Prompt]. Type ipconfig/all and press the <Enter> key.The IP addr

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17Basic Operation and SettingsConnecting with an Interface Cable When [Wi-Fi] under the [53] tab is set to [Enable], interface cable connection is di

1709Wireless LANStandards compliance: IEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11nTransmission method: DS-SS modulation (IEEE 802.11b)OFDM modulation (IEEE 80

171IndexAAccess point encryption ...68, 117Android...32, 55Auto power off...15

172IndexSSending images ...22, 120Sending images to a Web service ...103Stealth functions ...57,

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19Transferring ImagesBetween CamerasImages can be transferred between Canon cameras via the built-in wireless LAN functions. Wireless connection is p

2This camera’s wireless LAN functions let you perform a range of tasks wirelessly, from sending images to Web services and other cameras to controllin

20Register the target camera to connect to via a wireless LAN.The camera can be connected to only one camera at a time.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Unde

21Selecting the Connection Destination4Select the images to send. Select images on the camera sending the images (p.22). Do not operate the camera r

22Selected images are sent one by one.1Select an image to send. Press the <U> key to select an image to send, then press <0>. Press the

23Sending ImagesMultiple images (up to 50 files) can be selected and sent.1Press <0>.2Select [Send selected]. To select the size of the image t

Sending Images24 4Reduce the image size. Set it if necessary. For the setting procedures, see the next page. 5Send the images. Press the <V>

25Sending ImagesWhen [Send selected] is selected, you can also select a size of the images to send in the confirmation screen for sending them.1 Selec

26The camera can reconnect to another camera for which connection settings have been registered.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi

27You can register up to three connection settings between cameras.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then selec

28The names displayed for reconnection settings can be changed after the settings are completed.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi

29Changing Setting Names5Change the setting name. Change the name of the setting using the virtual keyboard (p.14). Up to 30 characters can be enter

3What You Can Do Using the Wireless LAN Functions(1)z Transfer images between cameras (p.19)Transfer images between this camera and other Canon camera

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31Connecting to aSmartphone - 1Connecting the camera to a smartphone lets you use the smartphone to view, manage, and receive images stored in the cam

32Supported Smartphone Operating SystemsThe following smartphone operating systems are supported (as of September 2012).For updated information on sup

33The camera and smartphone can be directly connected via a wireless LAN.Because the camera acts as an access point, no other access point is necessar

Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection345Connect the smartphone to the camera. On the Wi-Fi settings menu of the smartphone, select

35Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection9Connect to the camera. When pairing is completed, the screen on the left is displayed. Pre

Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection36Set [SSID], [Channel setting], and [Encryption settings] on each screen displayed.1Enter an

37You can use a smartphone with EOS Remote installed to view images stored in the camera and shoot remotely.The main functions of EOS Remote are descr

Operating the Camera Using a Smartphone381Select [Exit]. If the screen on the left is not displayed, select [Wi-Fi function] under the [53] tab on th

39The camera can reconnect to a smartphone for which connection settings have been registered.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-F

4Wi-Fi Function Flowchartz Transfer images between cameras q Connect to a smartphoneConnect the cameras• Install EOS Remote on a smartphone• Connect t

40You can specify images viewable from a smartphone by operating the camera.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], t

41Specifying Viewable Images5Select an item. Press the <V> key to select an item, then press <0>. Select [OK] and press <0> to dis

Specifying Viewable Images42[Select range]Select the first and last images from images arranged by the file number to specify the viewable images.1 Pr

43You can register up to three connection settings for smartphones.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then selec

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45Printing Images Usinga Wi-Fi Printer - 1You can directly print images by connecting the camera with a wireless LAN compatible printer supporting Pic

46The camera and a printer can be directly connected via a wireless LAN. Because the camera acts as an access point, no other access point is necessar

47Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection5Connect the printer. On the Wi-Fi settings menu of the printer to be used, select the SSID

Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection487Perform further settings. To finish settings in this stage, press the <V> key to sel

49Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a ConnectionSet [SSID], [Channel setting], and [Encryption settings] on each screen displayed.1Enter an

5Wi-Fi Function Flowchart*1 Camera access point mode:A simple wireless LAN mode where a camera and smartphone or a camera and printer can be directly

50Play back an image. Press the <x> button.X An image is displayed and the <w> icon appears on the upper left of the screen indicating th

51The camera can reconnect to a printer for which connection settings have been registered.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi]

52You can register up to three connection settings for printers.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [W

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55Using a Wi-Fi WirelessLAN Access PointConnecting to a Wi-Fi wireless LAN access point gives you access to the following functions:• Connecting to a

56 When Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is supported• p.57: Easy Connection via WPS (PBC Mode) • p.62: Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode) When WPS is

57This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In pushbutton connection mode (PBC mode)

Easy Connection via WPS (PBC Mode)583Select [Infrastructure mode]. Displayed when [q] (Connect to smartphone) or [l] (Print from Wi-Fi printer) is se

59Easy Connection via WPS (PBC Mode)[Auto setting] Configures the settings available in [Manual setting] automatically. However, this option can only

6 In this manual, the term “wireless LAN” is used as a general term for Wi-Fi and Canon’s original wireless communication functions.The term “access

Easy Connection via WPS (PBC Mode)60This section explains setting screens for the communication method of each device and service that the camera is c

61Easy Connection via WPS (PBC Mode)Viewing Images Using a Media Player: Chapter 10 (p.131) Windows 7 and Windows Vista UsersWhen operating the camera

62This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In PIN code connection mode (PIN mode),

63Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode)4Select [WPS (PIN mode)]. Press the <V> key to select [WPS (PIN mode)], then press <0>. Select [OK]

Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode)64[Auto setting] Configures the settings available in [Manual setting] automatically. However, this option can only

65Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode)This section explains setting screens for the communication method of each device and service that the camera is c

Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode)66Viewing Images Using a Media Player: Chapter 10 (p.131) Windows 7 and Windows Vista UsersWhen operating the camera

67When [Find network] is selected, a list of active access points nearby is displayed, accompanied by information about them. Select the SSID (or ESS-

Manual Connection by Searching Networks685Select an access point. Press <0> to enable the selection of an access point. Press the <V> ke

69Manual Connection by Searching NetworksSet the encryption key specified for the access point. For details on the specified encryption key, refer to

7ChaptersIntroduction2Basic Settings for Wireless LAN Functions11Transferring Images Between Cameras 19Connecting to a Smartphone - 131Printing Images

Manual Connection by Searching Networks70 Press the <V> key to select how the IP address should be set, then press <0>. Select [OK] and

71Manual Connection by Searching NetworksThis section explains setting screens for the communication method of each device and service that the camera

Manual Connection by Searching Networks72Viewing Images Using a Media Player: Chapter 10 (p.131) Windows 7 and Windows Vista UsersWhen operating the c

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75Connecting to aSmartphone - 2Connecting the camera to a smartphone lets you use the smartphone to view, manage, and receive images stored in the cam

76These instructions are continued from Chapter 5.To establish connection, operations on the smartphone is required. For details, refer to the smartph

77Using Infrastructure Mode to Establish a Connection4Connect to the camera. When pairing is completed, the screen on the left is displayed. Press th

78You can use a smartphone with EOS Remote installed to view images stored in the camera and shoot remotely.The main functions of EOS Remote are descr

79Operating the Camera Using a Smartphone1Select [Exit]. If the screen on the left is not displayed, select [Wi-Fi function] under the [53] tab on th

82134Introduction 2What You Can Do Using the Wireless LAN Functions... 2Wi-Fi Function Flowchart...

80The camera can reconnect to a smartphone for which connection settings have been registered.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-F

81You can specify images viewable from a smartphone by operating the camera.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], th

Specifying Viewable Images825Select an item. Press the <V> key to select an item, then press <0>. Select [OK] and press <0> to dis

83Specifying Viewable Images[Select range]Select the first and last images from images arranged by the file number to specify the viewable images.1 Pr

84You can register up to three connection settings for smartphones.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select

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87Printing Images Usinga Wi-Fi Printer - 2You can directly print images by connecting the camera with a wireless LAN compatible printer supporting Pic

88These instructions are continued from Chapter 5.To connect in camera access point mode, see “Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connectio

89Using Infrastructure Mode to Establish a Connection3 Save the settings. Select [OK] and press <0> to save the settings.X The [lConnection] sc

9Contents56789Using a Wi-Fi Wireless LAN Access Point 55Checking the Type of Access Point ...56Easy Conne

90Play back an image. Press the <x> button.X An image is displayed and the <w> icon appears on the upper left of the screen indicating th

91The camera can reconnect to a printer for which connection settings have been registered.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi]

92You can register up to three connection settings for printers.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [W

93Remote OperationUsing EOS UtilityYou can perform remote operation using EOS Utility via a wireless LAN. In addition to remote capture, various camer

94These instructions are continued from Chapter 5.With EOS Utility, you can use the provided Pairing Software to establish a connection between the ca

95Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings2Start the pairing software. Normally, it is installed in the same location as EOS Utility.X After th

Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings964Select [OK]. When the camera detects the computer on which you clicked [Connect] in step 3, the scre

97Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings There is no need to complete pairing again if you will continue using a particular camera and comput

98For EOS Utility instructions, refer to the EOS Utility instruction manual (CD-ROM). You can use functions of EOS Utility just as when the camera and

99The camera can reconnect to a computer for which connection settings have been registered.1Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi]