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Wireless File Transmitter
WFT-R10
Advanced User Guide
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CT2-D106-A
© CANON INC. 2020

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  • Page 1 Wireless File Transmitter WFT-R10 Advanced User Guide CT2-D106-A © CANON INC. 2020...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction..........4 What You Can Do with the Transmitter.
  • Page 3 Direct Transfer..........93 Creating and Registering Captions.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Canon cannot provide support for configuring LANs or FTP servers. Liability Note that Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or damage to the transmitter from erroneous network or FTP server settings. In addition, Canon cannot be held liable for any other loss or damage caused by use of the transmitter.

  • Page 5: What You Can Do With The Transmitter

    What You Can Do with the Transmitter The transmitter is an accessory for EOS cameras that enables LAN functions to be expanded when attached to the camera. Additionally, it is equipped with buttons and dials for vertical shooting. The transmitter's wired and wireless LAN functions enable you to do the following. FTP Transfer ( You can transfer captured images to an FTP server.
  • Page 6 Attaching the transmitter to the camera will display the [WFT settings] menu on the camera. Available Camera/Transmitter Communication Features and Connection Methods Connection method Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Available features WFT-R10 connection Wireless LAN Wired LAN (built into the camera) Camera Connect Communication from ○ Smartphones Using EOS Utility ○...

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    About This Guide Icons in This Guide Basic Assumptions Icons in This Guide Indicates the Main Dial. 〈 〉 Indicates Quick control dial 1. 〈 〉 Indicates Quick control dial 2. 〈 〉 Indicates the Multi-controller. 〈 〉 Indicates the setting button. 〈...
  • Page 8 Basic Assumptions Before following any instructions, make sure the power switch is set to 〈 〉 and the Multi-function lock feature is off. It is assumed that all the menu settings, Custom Functions, etc., are set to their defaults.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Be 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 product or others. WARNING Denotes the risk of serious injury or death. Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
  • Page 10 CAUTION Follow the cautions below. Otherwise physical injury or property damage may result. Do not leave the product in places exposed to extremely high or low temperatures. The product may become extremely hot/cold and cause burns or injury when touched. If any abnormal skin reaction or irritation occurs during or following the use of this product, refrain from further use and get medical advice/attention.

  • Page 11: Handling Precautions

    High temperatures may damage the transmitter. Do not wipe the transmitter using cleaners containing organic solvents. For stubborn dirt, take the transmitter to the nearest Canon Service Center (see separate sheet). Avoid storing the transmitter where there are chemicals that result in rust and corrosion, such as in a chemical lab.

  • Page 12: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature...
  • Page 13 Contacts Positioning pin Attachment screw Network lamp Positioning pin Ethernet RJ-45 terminal Battery magazine release tab DC coupler cord hole Release dial (10) Contact cover (11) Contacts (12) 〉 AF start button 〈 (13) 〉 AE lock/FE lock button 〈 (14) 〉...
  • Page 14 Example of EOS R5 LCD panel WFT battery level WFT status (wireless) WFT status (wired) Charging via USB...

  • Page 15: Attaching To The Camera

    Attaching to the Camera Attaching Batteries Using a Household Power Outlet Button and Dial Operations Set the camera's power switch to 〈 〉 before attaching the transmitter. Remove the contact covers. Remove transmitter contact covers (1) and (2). Attach transmitter contact covers (1) to (2) to store them. Remove the battery from the camera.
  • Page 16 Remove the battery compartment cover from the camera. Attach the battery compartment cover to the holder. Insert the hinge ends of the battery compartment cover in the holder. Press the battery compartment cover to secure it. To remove the battery compartment cover, slide the lever of the battery compartment cover to release it, and then follow the attachment procedure in reverse.
  • Page 17 Secure the transmitter. Insert the transmitter in the camera and turn the release dial to lock the transmitter in place.
  • Page 18 Remove the battery magazine. Caution When reattaching the battery compartment cover to the camera, attach it opened to at least 90°. Do not touch the camera or transmitter contacts. Caution Using an External Microphone During Movie Shooting If wireless functions are in use, noise may be recorded regardless of the use of the built-in microphone or an external microphone.
  • Page 19 Attaching Batteries Attach the batteries. (1) Battery for the transmitter (2) Battery for the camera The camera and transmitter cannot be used together unless two batteries are inserted. (3) Battery holder Press (3) until it clicks into place.
  • Page 20 (4) Battery release lever To remove the batteries, release (3) and pull (4) in the direction of the arrow. Caution When only one battery is used, inserting it on the camera side will power only the camera. Inserting it on the transmitter side will not power the camera or the transmitter.
  • Page 21 Attach the battery magazine. Insert the battery magazine all the way in to secure it. Caution When attaching batteries, make sure the electrical contacts are clean. Wipe off any dirt on the contacts with a soft cloth. Attach the batteries after attaching the transmitter to the camera. If the transmitter is attached to the camera with batteries already attached, it may prevent correct display of battery check results.
  • Page 22 Using a Household Power Outlet Attach the DC coupler. Attach DC Coupler DR-E6 (sold separately) the same way as the batteries. Pass the DC coupler cord through the battery magazine cord groove. Insert the battery magazine all the way in to secure it. Note The DC coupler can be used in conjunction with a battery.
  • Page 23 Attach the battery magazine. Guide the end of the cord out of the cord hole. Connect the DC coupler to the AC adapter. Securely connect the DC coupler's plug to the socket of AC Adapter AC-E6N (sold separately). Connect the power cord. Connect the power cord to the AC power adapter and insert the power plug into a power outlet.
  • Page 24 Button and Dial Operations To use the buttons and dials, turn the vertical-grip on/off switch (4) to ON. The buttons and dials are used the same way as corresponding buttons and dials on the camera. (10) (5) (6) (7)(8) Shutter button 〉...

  • Page 25: Basic Network Settings

    Basic Network Settings Complete the basic network settings by using the menu screen on the camera's monitor. • Preparation • Displaying the Connection Wizard • Checking the Type of Access Point • Connecting via WPS (PBC Mode) • Connecting via WPS (PIN Mode) •...

  • Page 26: Preparation

    For instructions on setting up a computer as an FTP server, refer to the documentation provided with each device or contact the manufacturer. [EOS Utility] Requires a computer with EOS Utility (EOS software) installed. For EOS Utility installation instructions, visit the Canon website. [LinkedShot] Linked Shooting.
  • Page 27 When Connecting via Wireless LAN Connect the computer for the Wi-Fi connection to the access point in advance. Caution Transferring Movies over Wireless LAN Because of the large size of individual movie files, wireless LAN file transmission takes some time. Set up an environment where each device can achieve stable communication with the access point and the transmitter by referring to the information in Wireless Function...

  • Page 28: Displaying The Connection Wizard

    Displaying the Connection Wizard This section describes how to add connection settings by following the connection wizard. If an error is displayed, see Troubleshooting and check the settings. Pressing the shutter button or other camera controls during configuration using the connection wizard will close the connection wizard.
  • Page 29 Select [SET*]. Select [Create with wizard]. If the camera has multiple registered communication settings and function settings, you can add connection settings by selecting [Create from list] and combining registered settings. You can also add connection settings by using connection settings stored on the card.
  • Page 30 Select the communication function. For [Configure online] For [Configure offline] Select the communication function by referring to Preparation. Select an item and select [OK] to go to the next screen. Select [Wireless Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. If you selected [Wired ], go to Setting the IP...
  • Page 31 Select [New settings]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. If the camera has registered communication settings, you can apply the registered settings by selecting [Select from list]. For [Configure online] • To connect a device via an access point, go to Checking the Type of Access Point.

  • Page 32: Checking The Type Of Access Point

    Checking the Type of Access Point To connect using an access point, check if the access point supports WPS*, which allows easy connection between Wi-Fi devices. If you do not know if the access point you will use is WPS-compatible, refer to the access point instruction manual or other documentation.

  • Page 33: Connecting Via Wps (Pbc Mode)

    Connecting via WPS (PBC Mode) These instructions are continued from Checking the Type of Access Point. This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with WPS. In pushbutton connection mode (PBC mode), the camera and the access point can be connected simply by pressing the WPS button on the access point.
  • Page 34 Connect to the access point. Press the access point's WPS button. For details about where the button is located and how long to press it, refer to the access point's instruction manual. Select [OK] to establish a connection with the access point. When a connection with the access point is established, the next screen is displayed.

  • Page 35: Connecting Via Wps (Pin Mode)

    Connecting via WPS (PIN Mode) These instructions are continued from Checking the Type of Access Point. This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with WPS. In PIN code connection mode (PIN mode), an 8-digit identification number specified on the camera is set at the access point to establish a connection.
  • Page 36 Specify the PIN code. At the access point, specify the 8-digit PIN code displayed on the camera's monitor. For instructions on setting PIN codes at the access point, refer to the access point's instruction manual. After the PIN code is specified, select [OK]. Connect to the access point.

  • Page 37: Connecting To A Detected Network Manually

    Connecting to a Detected Network Manually These instructions are continued from Checking the Type of Access Point. Establish a connection by selecting the SSID (or ESS-ID) of the access point to connect to from a list of active access points nearby. Selecting an Access Point Select an access point.
  • Page 38 Select a key index. The [Key index] screen is displayed only if the access point uses WEP encryption. Select the key index number specified for the access point. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Enter the encryption key. Press 〈...

  • Page 39: Connecting To A Network Manually

    Connecting to a Network Manually These instructions are continued from Checking the Type of Access Point. Establish a connection by selecting the SSID (or ESS-ID) of the access point to connect to. Entering the SSID Select [Manual settings]. Enter the SSID (network name). Press 〈...
  • Page 40 Specifying the Authentication for the Access Point Select the authentication. Select an item and select [OK] to go to the next screen. If you select [Open system], the [Encryption settings] screen will be displayed. Select [None] or [WEP] on this screen. Entering the Access Point Encryption Key Enter the encryption key (password) specified for the access point.
  • Page 41 Enter the encryption key. Press 〈 〉 to display the virtual keyboard ( ), then enter the encryption key. Select [OK] to establish a connection with the access point. When a connection with the access point is established, the next screen is displayed.

  • Page 42: Connecting Using An Infrastructure

    Connecting Using an Infrastructure These instructions are continued from Displaying the Connection Wizard. Establish a connection by selecting the SSID (or ESS-ID) of the access point to connect to. Entering the SSID Select [Infrastructure]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Enter the SSID (network name).
  • Page 43 Specifying the Authentication for the Access Point Select the authentication. Select an item and select [OK] to go to the next screen. If you select [Open system], the [Encryption settings] screen will be displayed. Select [None] or [WEP] on this screen. Entering the Access Point Encryption Key Enter the encryption key (password) specified for the access point.
  • Page 44 Enter the encryption key. Press 〈 〉 to display the virtual keyboard ( ), then enter the encryption key. Select [OK] to establish a connection with the access point. When a connection with the access point is established, the next screen is displayed.

  • Page 45: Connecting In Camera Access Point Mode

    Connecting in Camera Access Point Mode These instructions are continued from Displaying the Connection Wizard. Camera access point mode is a connection mode for connecting the camera directly to each device via a wireless connection without using an access point. The following two connection methods are available.
  • Page 46 Select [Easy connection]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Select [OK]. The next screen is displayed. Select [OK]. The next screen is displayed.
  • Page 47 Select [New settings]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. For [Configure online], go to step 6. For [Configure offline], go to step 2 in Configuring Settings for the Communication Function. If the camera has registered communication function settings, you can apply the registered settings by selecting [Select from list].
  • Page 48 Operate the target device and connect it to the camera. (1) SSID (network name) (2) Encryption key (password) Computer screen (sample) Note When connecting by selecting [Easy connection], "_Canon0A" is displayed at the end of the SSID.
  • Page 49 Connecting with a Manual Connection The network settings for the camera access point mode are configured manually. Set [SSID], [Channel setting], [Encryption settings], and [IP address setting (IPv4)] on each screen displayed. Select [Manual connection]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Enter the SSID (network name).
  • Page 50 Select the desired encryption setting. For encryption, select [AES]. Select [OK] to display the next screen. When [AES] is selected, the [Password] screen is displayed. Press 〉 to display the virtual keyboard ( ), then enter the encryption 〈 key. After entering the SSID, press the 〈 〉...
  • Page 51 Select [OK]. The next screen is displayed. Select [New settings]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. For [Configure online], go to step 9. For [Configure offline], go to step 2 in Configuring Settings for the Communication Function. If the camera has registered communication function settings, you can apply the registered settings by selecting [Select from list].
  • Page 52 Operate the target device and connect it to the camera. (1) SSID (network name) (2) Encryption key (password) Computer screen (sample)

  • Page 53: Setting The Ip Address

    Setting the IP Address These instructions are continued from configuring the connection settings for using an access point. Select the IP address setting method and set the IP address to the camera. When using IPv6, a connection can only be established using IPv6. A connection cannot be established using IPv4.
  • Page 54 Select [OK]. The next screen is displayed. Go to Configuring Settings for the Communication Function.
  • Page 55 Setting the IP Address Manually The IP address settings are configured manually. The items displayed will differ depending on the communication function. Select [Manual setting]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Select the item to be set. Select an item to display the number entry screen. To use a gateway or DNS address, select [Enable], then select [Address].
  • Page 56 Enter the desired values. Use 〈 〉 to select the input position in the upper area and use 〉 to select a number. Press 〈 〉 to enter the selected 〈 number. To set the entered values and return to the screen in step 2, press the 〉...
  • Page 57 Select [OK]. The next screen is displayed. Go to Configuring Settings for the Communication Function.

  • Page 58: Configuring Settings For The Communication Function

    Configuring Settings for the Communication Function The following instructions are for settings that vary depending on the communication function. Proceed to the page that introduces the selected communication function. Select [New settings]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. If the camera has registered communication function settings, you can apply the registered settings by selecting [Select from list].

  • Page 59: Transferring Images To An Ftp Server

    Transferring Images to an FTP Server By connecting to an FTP server, you can transfer images stored in the camera to a computer. With FTP transfer, you can automatically transfer images to the FTP server as you shoot or transfer a set of shots together. •...

  • Page 60: Configuring Ftp Server Connection Settings

    Configuring FTP Server Connection Settings Importing a Root Certificate for FTPS These instructions are continued from Configuring Settings for the Communication Function. Select an FTP mode. To perform a secure FTP transfer using a root certificate, select [FTPS]. For root certificate settings, see Importing a Root Certificate for FTPS.
  • Page 61 Enter the FTP server's IP address. When Using the Virtual Keyboard Enter the IP address with the virtual keyboard ( ). If DNS is used, enter the domain name. To set the entered values and return to the screen in step 2, press the 〉...
  • Page 62 Configure the SSH login authentication settings. Select [User name] and [Password] and enter the user name and password for SSH password authentication with the displayed virtual keyboard ( Select [OK] and go to step 9. Configure the passive mode setting. This is not displayed if you selected [SFTP] in step 1.
  • Page 63 Set the login method. This is not displayed if you selected [SFTP] in step 1. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Set the target folder. Select [Root folder] to have images saved in the root folder, as specified in FTP server settings ( Select [Select folder] to specify a target folder in the root folder.
  • Page 64 Select [OK]. This is not displayed for offline settings. Select [OK]. Select [OK]. Display returns to the [WFT settings] screen. Settings information is stored in the camera. It is not stored in the transmitter. The connection settings for FTP transfer are now complete. During image transfer, the 〈...
  • Page 65 Importing a Root Certificate for FTPS If the FTP mode is set to [FTPS] when configuring the connection settings, the root certificate corresponding to the FTPS server to connect to must be imported to the camera. Only a root certificate whose file name is "ROOT.CER", "ROOT.CRT", or "ROOT.PEM" can be imported to the camera.
  • Page 66 Select [Set root certif]. Select [Load root certif from card]. Select [OK]. The root certificate is imported. Select [OK] on the confirmation dialog to return to the [Set root certif] screen. Note Select [Delete root certificate] on the screen in step 5 to delete the root certificate imported to the camera.

  • Page 67: Transferring Images Individually

    Transferring Images Individually Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot Transferring the Current Image Selecting the Size and Type of Images to Transfer 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.
  • Page 68 Select [FTP transfer settings]. Select [Automatic transfer]. Select [Enable]. Take the picture. The captured image is transferred to the FTP server. Caution Images cannot be erased during image transfer. No voice memo can be added when [Automatic transfer] is set to [Enable].
  • Page 69 Note During continuous shooting, images are transferred to the FTP server in the order they are captured. The captured images are also stored on the card. Any images for which transfer is interrupted or fails will be transferred automatically when the connection is recovered ( ).
  • Page 70 Transferring the Current Image Simply play back images and press 〈 〉 to transfer them. You can also continue still photo shooting even while images are being transferred. Display the [FTP transfer settings] screen. Perform the actions in steps 1 to 3 of Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot.
  • Page 71 Selecting the Size and Type of Images to Transfer When recording in different sizes to the CFexpress and SD cards, or in RAW+JPEG or RAW +HEIF shooting, you can specify how to transfer images. Display the [FTP transfer settings] screen. Perform the actions in steps 1 to 3 of Automatic Image Transfer After Each...
  • Page 72 Select the type of images to transfer. RAW+JPEG transfer • Select [RAW+JPEG transfer], then select [JPEG only], [RAW only], or [RAW+JPEG]. RAW+HEIF transfer • Select [RAW+HEIF transfer], then select [HEIF only], [RAW only], or [RAW+HEIF].
  • Page 73 Note When the camera is set to record RAW images to either the CFexpress or the SD card and JPEGs or HEIF to the another card, specify which images to transfer in the [RAW+JPEG transfer] or [RAW+HEIF transfer] setting. Also use this setting when RAW+JPEG or RAW+HEIF images are simultaneously recorded on a single card.

  • Page 74: Batch Transfer

    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. Caution Image transfer in progress is paused if you switch to movie mode.
  • Page 75 Select [FTP transfer]. Select [Sel.Image]. Select the images to transfer. Select the images to transfer by using 〈 〉, then press 〈 〉. Display [ ] on the screen's upper left by using 〈 〉, then press 〈 〉. You can turn the 〈 〉...
  • Page 76 Select [FTP transfer]. Select [OK]. The selected images are transferred to the FTP server.
  • Page 77 Selecting Multiple Images You can select the selection method and transfer multiple images. You can also continue still photo shooting even while images are being transferred. Display the [Image sel./transfer] screen. Perform the actions in steps 1 to 3 of Selecting the Images to Transfer.
  • Page 78 Select the method you want to use to select images. Select range • Select [Select range]. Selecting the first and last images of the range marks all the images in the range with a [ ], and one copy of each image will be sent. •...
  • Page 79 On a card • Selecting [Card images failed transfer] selects all images on the selected card for which transfer failed. • Selecting [Card images not transferred] selects all unsent images on the selected card. • Selecting [Clear card's transf. history] clears the transfer history of images on the selected card.
  • Page 80 Transferring RAW+JPEG/RAW+HEIF Images You can specify how to transfer RAW+JPEG or RAW+HEIF images. Select [ : Image transfer].
  • Page 81 Select the type of images to transfer. RAW+JPEG transfer • Select [RAW+JPEG transfer], then select [JPEG only], [RAW only], or [RAW+JPEG]. RAW+HEIF transfer • Select [RAW+HEIF transfer], then select [HEIF only], [RAW only], or [RAW+HEIF].
  • Page 82 Caution During image transfer, certain menu options cannot be used. Note This setting switches in tandem with the [Transfer type/size] screen's [RAW +JPEG transfer] and [RAW+HEIF transfer] settings ( Image transfer in progress is paused if you switch to movie mode.

  • Page 83: Transferring Images With A Caption

    Transferring Images with a Caption You can add a registered caption to each image before transfer. This is convenient if you want to inform the recipient of the printing quantity, for example. The caption is also added to images stored in the camera. You can check captions added to images by examining the user comments in the Exif information.
  • Page 84 Set a caption. Select [Caption] and select the content of the caption on the displayed screen. Select [Transfer]. The image is transferred with the caption. When the transfer is complete, the [Image transfer] screen will reappear. Caution You cannot manually select images on the [Transfer with caption] screen. To select another image for transfer with a caption, play back that image, then follow these steps.

  • Page 85: Auto Retry If Transfer Fails

    Auto Retry if Transfer Fails If transfer fails, the transmitter's 〈 〉 lamp blinks in red. In this case, the following screen is displayed after you press the 〈 〉 button and select [ : WFT settings]. To resolve the error displayed, see Troubleshooting. Once the cause of the error is eliminated, the images whose transfer previously failed will be re-transferred automatically.

  • Page 86: Viewing Transferred Images

    Viewing Transferred Images Images transferred to the FTP server are stored in the following folder as specified in the FTP server settings. Target Folder on the FTP Server Under the default settings of the FTP server, images are stored in [C drive] > [Inetpub] folder >...

  • Page 87: Operating Remotely Using Eos Utility

    Operating Remotely Using EOS Utility Using EOS Utility, you can view images stored in the camera or save them to a computer. Additionally, you can operate the camera remotely to take a picture or change camera settings using EOS Utility. Install EOS Utility on your computer before setting up a connection ( •...

  • Page 88: Configuring Eos Utility Connection Settings

    Configuring EOS Utility Connection Settings These instructions are continued from Configuring Settings for the Communication Function. To establish a connection, operations on the computer are required. For details, refer to the computer's instruction manual. Operation on the camera - 1 Select [OK].
  • Page 89 Operations on the computer Start EOS Utility on the computer. In EOS Utility, click [Pairing over Wi-Fi/LAN]. If a firewall-related message is displayed, select [Yes]. Click [Connect] on the computer. Select the camera to connect to, then click [Connect]. If multiple cameras are displayed, identify the camera to connect to by the MAC address displayed on the camera's monitor.
  • Page 90 Operations on the camera - 2 Select [OK]. When the camera detects the computer on which you clicked [Connect] in step 4, the above screen is displayed. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Select [OK]. Select [OK]. The [Network settings] screen will reappear. The transmitter's 〈...
  • Page 91 There is no need to complete pairing again if you continue using the camera to which the transmitter is attached and the computer together after pairing without changing the settings.

  • Page 92: Using Eos Utility

    Using EOS Utility For EOS Utility instructions, refer to the EOS Utility Instruction Manual. In addition to remote shooting, various camera operations are available. Caution While connected, some menu items are unavailable. In remote shooting, the AF speed may become slower. Depending on the connection status, image display or shutter release may be delayed.

  • Page 93: Direct Transfer

    Direct Transfer When connected to EOS Utility and while the main screen of EOS Utility is displayed, you can transfer images to a computer using the camera. Selecting the Images to Transfer Selecting Multiple Images Transferring RAW+JPEG/RAW+HEIF Images Selecting the Images to Transfer Select [ : Image transfer].
  • Page 94 Select [Direct transfer]. Select [Sel.Image]. Select the images to transfer. Select the images to transfer by using 〈 〉, then press 〈 〉. Display [ ] on the screen's upper left by using 〈 〉, then press 〈 〉. You can turn the 〈 〉...
  • Page 95 Select [Direct transfer]. Select [OK]. The selected images are transferred to the computer.
  • Page 96 Selecting Multiple Images You can select the selection method and transfer multiple images. Display the [Image sel./transfer] screen. Perform the actions in steps 1 to 3 of Selecting the Images to Transfer. Select [Multiple]. Select the method you want to use to select images. Select range •...
  • Page 97 In a folder • Selecting [Folder images not transfer'd] selects all unsent images in the selected folder. • Selecting [Folder images failed transf.] selects all images in the selected folder for which transfer failed. • Selecting [Clear folder transf. history] clears the transfer history of images in the selected folder.
  • Page 98 Select [OK]. The selected images are transferred to the computer.
  • Page 99 Transferring RAW+JPEG/RAW+HEIF Images You can specify how to transfer RAW+JPEG or RAW+HEIF images. Select [ : Image transfer]. Select the type of images to transfer.
  • Page 100 RAW+JPEG transfer • Select [RAW+JPEG transfer], then select [JPEG only], [RAW only], or [RAW+JPEG]. RAW+HEIF transfer • Select [RAW+HEIF transfer], then select [HEIF only], [RAW only], or [RAW+HEIF]. Caution During image transfer, certain menu options cannot be used. Note This setting switches in tandem with the [Transfer type/size] screen's [RAW +JPEG transfer] and [RAW+HEIF transfer] settings ( Image transfer in progress is paused if you switch to movie mode.

  • Page 101: Creating And Registering Captions

    Creating and Registering Captions You can create a caption as described in Transferring Images with a Caption and register it to the camera. Start EOS Utility and select [Camera settings]. Select [WFT Captions]. Enter the caption or captions. Enter up to 31 characters (in ASCII format). To acquire caption data stored in the camera, select [Load settings].
  • Page 102 Register the captions to the camera. Select [Apply to camera] to register your new captions to the camera.

  • Page 103: Linked Shooting

    Linked Shooting lets you link up to 10 receiver cameras to the sender camera on which you will release the shutter via Wireless LAN. As long as a camera supports linked shooting with a WFT-R10-series transmitter attached, you can use the camera as a receiver.

  • Page 104: Basic Linked Shooting

    Basic Linked Shooting Link the sender camera and the receiver cameras for basic linked shooting. Preparing the Sender Camera First, configure settings on the camera that will be used as the sender. Press the 〈 〉 button on the camera. Select [ : WFT settings].
  • Page 105 Select [LinkedShot]. Use 〈 〉 and select [LinkedShot] located at the bottom. Select [Create with wizard]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Select [Sender]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen.
  • Page 106 Select [Auto connect]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Stay on the displayed screen. Up to nine compatible receiver cameras can be linked when you select [Manual connect].
  • Page 107 Preparing the Receiver Cameras Configure settings on the camera used as the receiver. Follow steps 1–6 in Preparing the Sender Camera. Select [Receiver]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Select [OK]. The following screen is displayed. To use more than one receiver camera, repeat Step 2 and 3 for all the receiver cameras.
  • Page 108 Connecting the Sender Camera and Receiver Cameras Configure settings on the sender camera and the receiver camera to establish a connection. Follow steps 1–6 in “Preparing the Sender Camera” and steps 1–3 in “Preparing Receiver Cameras.” Select [OK] on the sender camera. Check the number of receiver cameras that are connected, and then select [OK].

  • Page 109: Positioning The Cameras

    Positioning the Cameras (A) Sender Camera (B) Receiver Camera Position the receiver cameras in clear view of the sender camera, without objects between them. Receiver cameras can be positioned up to approx. 50 m / XX ft. from the sender camera.

  • Page 110: Terminating The Connection And Reconnecting

    Terminating the Connection and Reconnecting • Terminating the Connection • Reconnecting...

  • Page 111: Terminating The Connection

    Terminating the Connection Select [ : WFT settings]. Select [Connection settings]. Select [Disconnect]. The connection is terminated.

  • Page 112: Reconnecting

    Reconnecting Select [ : WFT settings]. Select [Connection settings]. Select [SET*]. From the saved settings, select a connection setting you will use. Select [Connect].
  • Page 113 Select [OK]. The connection is re-established. If the settings have been modified on the target device, reconfigure the settings for connecting to the camera.

  • Page 114: Checking And Configuring Network Settings

    Checking and Configuring Network Settings • Checking and Editing Connection Settings • Editing Connection Settings Manually • Configuring Connection Option Settings • Checking the MAC Address...

  • Page 115: Checking And Editing Connection Settings

    Checking and Editing Connection Settings Changing the Connection Settings Saving and Loading the Settings Perform the following procedure to check, edit or delete the connection settings that are saved in the camera. Select [ : WFT settings]. Select [Connection settings]. Select [SET*].
  • Page 116 Check or change the settings. Connect • Select this option to reconnect ( Change with wizard / Change from list • This option allows you to change the contents of connection settings ( Save/load settings on card • This option allows you to save connections settings onto a card or to load connection settings saved on a card ( Delete settings •...
  • Page 117 Confirm settings • Select this option to verify the contents of connection settings. Changing the Connection Settings Change with wizard Change from list You can edit the settings that were configured on the connection wizard. Change with wizard Using the connection wizard, you can edit the contents of connection settings that are saved in the camera.
  • Page 118 Change the settings using the connection wizard. See the subsequent operation after Displaying the Connection Wizard. Change from list Using the comm settings and function settings saved in the camera, you can change the contents of the connection settings saved in the camera. You can also register a settings name.
  • Page 119 NW* / Comm settings* • Select this option to change, add or cancel the comm settings. • By selecting [Select from list], a list of comm settings saved in the camera will appear. Select a comm settings option you will use. •...
  • Page 120 Saving and Loading the Settings Saving the Settings Loading the Settings You can save the connection settings onto a card and apply the settings to another camera. In addition, you can apply the connection settings that are configured on another camera to the camera you will use.
  • Page 121 Select [OK]. The camera will automatically configure the file name starting from WFTNPF01 and up to 10.NIF. By pressing the 〈 〉 button, you can specify a file name. (The length is fixed to eight characters.) The settings are saved on the card. The settings information file is saved in the location where the card is opened (on the root directory).
  • Page 122 Loading the Settings Display the [Connection settings] screen. Perform Step 1 through 3 for Checking and Editing Connection Settings. Select [Save/load settings on card] (or [Load settings from card]). Select [Load settings from card]. This is not displayed if you selected [Save/load settings on card] in step 2.
  • Page 123 Select [OK]. Information of the settings file will be loaded into the selected settings number. Caution Even when 41 or more settings information files are loaded onto the card through a computer, the load settings screen of the camera only displays up to 40 files. To load more than 41 files, use a card that does not contain the previously loaded settings files, and load the rest of the settings information files.

  • Page 124: Editing Connection Settings Manually

    Editing Connection Settings Manually You can add, edit, and delete comm settings and function settings that are stored in the camera. You can also configure the settings that cannot be configured on the connection wizard, such as those when the FTP server contains a file that is named the same as the one you transferred.
  • Page 125 Select [Comm settings]. Select [NW*]. Select [Unspecified] or select settings you want to edit from those saved. Change/delete/check settings.
  • Page 126 Change • Select this option to edit the contents of connection settings individually. • If you select [Wireless LAN], you can change the SSID of the connection destination. • To configure network-related settings including the IP address, select [TCP/IPv4]. • To configure settings for using the IPv6 protocol, select [TCP/IPv6] ( •...
  • Page 127 Editing Function Settings Select [ : WFT settings]. Select [Manual setting]. Select [Function settings]. Select [MODE*].
  • Page 128 Change/delete/check settings. Change • To configure FTP server-related settings, select [FTP server]. Directory Structure of the Target Folders Overwriting Files with the Same Name Passive Mode Trusting a Destination Server Delete settings • Select this option to delete function settings. •...
  • Page 129 Confirm settings • Select this option to verify the contents of function settings. Directory Structure of the Target Folders This setting is configured in [FTP server] - [Directory structure]. With [Default], the root folder is used for image storage. If you have created a subfolder in the root folder by changing the [Target folder] setting, images are saved in that folder.
  • Page 130 Passive Mode This setting is configured in [FTP server] - [Passive mode]. Enable this setting for a network environment protected by a firewall. If an Error 41 occurs (Cannot connect to FTP server), setting passive mode to [Enable] may enable access to the FTP server.

  • Page 131: Configuring Connection Option Settings

    Configuring Connection Option Settings You can configure settings to use FTP transfer. You can also configure the authentication information when 802.1X authentication is used in a LAN environment. Select [ : WFT settings]. Select [Connection option settings]. Select an item to configure. FTP transfer settings 802.1X authentication...
  • Page 132 FTP transfer settings To configure the FTP transfer-related settings and power-saving function, select [FTP transfer settings]. Automatic transfer / Transfer type/size / Transfer with SET / Set root certif • For details, see Transferring Images to an FTP Server. Power saving •...
  • Page 133 802.1X authentication Selecting [802.1X authentication] allows you to configure 802.1X authentication on the setup wizard and to confirm or delete the settings. Set it when connecting to a network that requires 802.1X authentication. Save the certificate required for the 802.1X authentication method to the card inserted in the camera in advance.
  • Page 134 Delete settings • Select this option to delete authentication settings. When you select [OK] on the displayed screen. the settings will be deleted.

  • Page 135: Checking The Mac Address

    Checking the MAC Address You can verify the MAC address of this transmitter. Select [ : WFT settings]. Select [MAC address]. Check the MAC address. The MAC addresses for [Wi-Fi] and [Wired] are displayed.

  • Page 136: Synchronizing The Camera Time

    Synchronizing the Camera Time You can synchronize the time for multiple EOS R5 cameras with WFT-R10 attached. The camera that sets the time to synchronize is called the “sender camera,” and the camera that synchronizes with the time of the sender camera is called the “receiver camera.”...

  • Page 137: Preparing For Time Synchronization

    Preparing for Time Synchronization Wireless connections Set up multiple cameras of the same model with the WFT-R10 attached. (A) Sender Camera (B) Receiver Camera Wired connections When using a single receiver camera, connect a LAN cable to the Ethernet terminal of the sender and receiver cameras.
  • Page 138 Use a highly shielded Category 5e or higher STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) Gigabit Ethernet cable.

  • Page 139: Synchronizing The Time

    Synchronizing the Time Preparing the Sender Camera First, configure settings on the camera that will be used as the sender. Press the 〈 〉 button on the camera. Select [ : WFT settings]. Select [Enable]. Select [Sync time between cameras]. If another device is connected, [Set [Connection settings] to [Disconnect]] will appear.
  • Page 140 Select [OK]. Select an option. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Select [Sender]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Stay on the displayed screen.
  • Page 141 Preparing the Receiver Cameras Configure settings on the camera used as the receiver. Follow steps 1–6 in “Preparing the Sender Camera”. Select [Receiver]. Select [OK] to proceed to the next screen. Select [OK]. The following screen is displayed. To set the time on more than one receiver camera, repeat Step 2 and 3 for all the receiver cameras.
  • Page 142 Syncing Time Between Sender and Receiver Cameras Sync the time on the sender and receiver cameras as follows. Follow steps 1–6 in “Preparing the Sender Camera” and steps 1–3 in “Preparing Receiver Cameras.” Select [OK] on the sender camera. Check the number of receiver cameras that are connected, and then select [OK].

  • Page 143: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting • Responding to Error Messages • Troubleshooting Guide • Wireless Function Notes • Security • Checking Network Settings...

  • Page 144: Responding To Error Messages

    Responding to Error Messages If transmitter errors are displayed on the camera's LCD monitor, refer to the examples of corrective actions in this section to eliminate the cause of the error. When an error has occurred, the 〈 〉 lamp on the transmitter blinks and the error code number is shown on the LCD panel.
  • Page 145 21：No address assigned by DHCP server What to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, the IP address is set to [Auto setting]. Is this the correct setting? • If no DHCP server is used, configure settings after setting the IP addresses to [Manual setting] on the transmitter ( What to check on the DHCP server Is the power of the DHCP server turned on?
  • Page 146 Note Responding to Error Messages 21–23 If Error Messages 21 to 23 appear, verify the following as well. Are the transmitter and the access point set to use the same password for authentication? • This error occurs if you enter a wrong password when the authentication method for encryption is set to [Open system].
  • Page 147 What to check on the network as a whole Does your network include a router or similar device that serves as a gateway? • If applicable, obtain the network gateway address from your network administrator and enter it on the transmitter ( •...
  • Page 148 41: Cannot connect to FTP server What to check on the transmitter The transmitter's proxy server is set to [Enable]. Is this the correct setting? • If no proxy server is used, set the transmitter's proxy server to [Disable] ( Do the transmitter's [Address setting] and [Port number setting] match those of the proxy server? •...
  • Page 149 What to check on the FTP server Is the FTP server working correctly? • Configure the computer correctly to function as an FTP server. • If applicable, obtain the FTP server's address setting and port number from your network administrator and enter them on the transmitter. Is the power of the FTP server turned on? •...
  • Page 150 What to check on the network as a whole Does your network include a router or similar device that serves as a gateway? • If applicable, obtain the network gateway address from your network administrator and enter it on the transmitter ( •...
  • Page 151 44: Cannot disconnect FTP server. Error code received from server. This error occurs if the transmitter fails to disconnect from the FTP server for some reason. • Turn off and on the FTP server and the cameras. 45: Cannot login to FTP server. Error code received from server. What to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, is [Login name] entered correctly? •...
  • Page 152 46: For the data session, error code received from FTP server What to check on the FTP server The connection was terminated by the FTP server. • Restart the FTP server. Do the user rights for accessing files on the FTP server allow reading, writing, and log access? •...
  • Page 153 61: Selected SSID wireless LAN network not found Are there any obstacles blocking the line of sight between the transmitter and the antenna of the access point? • Move the antenna of the access point to a position clearly visible from the point of view of the transmitter.
  • Page 154 64: Cannot connect to wireless LAN terminal Are the transmitter and the access point set to use the same encryption method? • The transmitter supports WEP, TKIP, and AES encryption ( If filtering by MAC address is active, is the MAC address of the transmitter in use registered at the access point? •...
  • Page 155 68: Cannot connect to wireless LAN terminal. Retry from the beginning. Did you hold down the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button on the access point for the specified period of time? • Hold down the WPS button for the period of time specified in the instruction manual of the access point.
  • Page 156 73: Could not synchronize the time Are you following the correct procedure to establish a connection between the sender and receiver cameras? • Operate the sender and receiver cameras by following the correct instructions ( Is the sender camera too far from the receiver cameras? •...

  • Page 157: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshoot issues by checking the camera and connected devices as described in this section. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact the nearest Canon Service Center. Cannot transfer images to an FTP server For image transfer to an FTP server after shooting, switch to photo mode.

  • Page 158: Wireless Function Notes

    Wireless Function Notes If the transmission rate drops, the connection is lost, images are not displayed smoothly, or other problems occur when using the wireless functions, try the following corrective actions. Access Point and Antenna Installation Location Install the device where people or objects do not come between it and the transmitter. Install the device as close to the transmitter as possible.

  • Page 159: Security

    Security If security settings have not been properly set, the following problems may occur. Interception of communication Third parties with malicious intent may intercept the wireless LAN communication and may attempt to acquire the data being transmitted. Unauthorized network access Third parties with malicious intent may gain unauthorized access to your network, attempting to steal, modify, or destroy your data.

  • Page 160: Checking Network Settings

    Checking Network Settings Windows Open [Command Prompt] on Windows, type ipconfig /all and press the 〈Enter〉 key. It displays the IP address assigned to your computer along with the subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server information. macOS Open [Terminal] on macOS. Type ifconfig -a and press the 〈Return〉 key. The IP address assigned to the computer is indicated in the [enX] item (X: number) next to [inet], in the format “***.***.***.***”.

  • Page 161: Reference

    Reference • Using the Virtual Keyboard • Configuring 802.1X Authentication • Configuring the IPv6 Addresses • Using a USB Power Adapter to Charge/Power the Camera • Specifications...

  • Page 162: Using The Virtual Keyboard

    Using the Virtual Keyboard Input area, for entering text Cursor keys, for moving in the input area Current no. of characters/no. available Keyboard Switch input modes Space Delete a character in the input area Finish the text entry Use the 〈 〉...

  • Page 163: Configuring 802.1X Authentication

    Configuring 802.1X Authentication To connect to a network requiring 802.1X authentication, configure the following settings prior to connection. Save the certificate required for the 802.1X authentication method to the card inserted in the camera in advance ( Select [ : WFT settings]. Select [Connection option settings].
  • Page 164 Select [Setup wizard]. Select a protocol. This transmitter supports the following protocols: Protocol Supported authentication method EAP-TLS X.509 EAP-TTLS MS-CHAP v2 PEAP MS-CHAP v2 For the procedure hereinafter, follow the instructions displayed on the screen.

  • Page 165: Configuring The Ipv6 Addresses

    Configuring the IPv6 Addresses To use IPv6 addresses, you need to configure the settings manually. Note If you are not sure what to enter, ask your network administrator. Select [ : WFT settings]. Select [Manual setting]. Select [Comm settings].
  • Page 166 Select Comm settings for using IPv6. Select [Change]. Select [TCP/IPv6]. Select the item to be set.
  • Page 167 Use TCP/IPv6 • Set IPv6 to [Enable] or [Disable]. Manual setting • To set the IP addresses manually, select [Enable]. [DNS server] will be set to [Manual setting] and you will be able to specify [DNS address], [Manual address], [Prefix length], and [Gateway]. DNS server •...
  • Page 168 DNS address / Manual address / Gateway • Select an item and display the virtual keyboard. Use the virtual keyboard to enter an IP address. Prefix length • Use 〈 〉, or 〈 〉 to select a number in the range 0–128 as the 〉, 〈...

  • Page 169: Using A Usb Power Adapter To Charge/Power The Camera

    Using a USB Power Adapter to Charge/Power the Camera Using USB Power Adapter PD-E1, you can charge LP-E6NH or LP-E6N without removing it from the transmitter. The camera can also be powered. Supplying Power Battery Charging Order Charging Connect the USB power adapter. With the camera power switch set to 〈...
  • Page 170 Charge the battery. Connect the power cord to the USB power adapter and plug the other end into a power outlet. Charging begins, and the charge lamp is lit in green. 〈 〉 is displayed on the LCD panel. When charging is finished, the charge lamp turns off. Supplying power To power the camera without charging, set the camera power switch to 〈...
  • Page 171 (shown by the charge lamp blinking in green), unplug the power cord, remove and reinsert the battery, and wait a few minutes before plugging it in again. If the problem persists, take the camera to the nearest Canon Service Center.
  • Page 172 Supplying Power Power supply specifications vary depending on the combination of batteries in the transmitter. Combinations of compatible batteries Camera power switch Camera power switch Battery Pack 〈 〉 〈 〉 Camera Camera Transmitter side Camera side WFT features WFT features features features LP-E6N or LP-...
  • Page 173 Battery Charging Order You can select which battery to charge first, in consideration of the different purposes of batteries on the left and right of the transmitter. On the camera, press the 〈 〉 button and select [ : Battery charging]. Select [Camera first] or [WFT first].

  • Page 174: Specifications

    Specifications Type Wireless/wired LAN accessory: Type Wireless File Transmitter (WFT) Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11ac 2x2 MIMO, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE Observed standards 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n 2x2 MIMO, IEEE 802.11n OFDM modulation (IEEE 802.11ac 2x2 MIMO/ac/a/g/n 2x2 MIMO/n), DS-SS Transmission method modulation (IEEE 802.11b) Infrastructure...
  • Page 175 Working temperature range 0°C–40°C / 32°F–104°F Working humidity 85% or less All the data above is based on Canon's testing standards and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards and guidelines. Transmitter specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 176: Trademarks

    Trademarks Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. App Store and macOS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Google Play and Android are trademarks of Google LLC. IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S.

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