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Canon WFT-E7 Ver.2 Instruction Manual

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Wireless File Transmitter
WFT-E7 (Ver.2)
To comply with local radio wave regulations in various areas around the world, Canon offers
five region-specific models of the second version of this transmitter (WFT-E7A, E7B, E7C,
E7D, and E7E Ver.2). (See Areas of Use and Restrictions.) For convenience, we refer to the
product in this manual simply as "the transmitter," without reference to versions A, B, C, D, or E.
Firmware Update
Firmware update of WFT-E7 (Ver.2) may be required depending on the camera model
used.
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  • Page 1 Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E7 (Ver.2) To comply with local radio wave regulations in various areas around the world, Canon offers five region-specific models of the second version of this transmitter (WFT-E7A, E7B, E7C, E7D, and E7E Ver.2). (See Areas of Use and Restrictions.) For convenience, we refer to the product in this manual simply as “the transmitter,”...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E7 (Ver.2) is an accessory for EOS cameras. In addition to time synchronization with other cameras (over a wireless or wired LAN connection) and Bluetooth connectivity with GPS devices, the transmitter enables the following operations.
  • Page 3 Sync the Camera Time over a Wireless or Wired Connection Slave camera Slave camera LAN cable Master camera Slave camera Master camera LAN cable Master camera Connect to GPS Devices (commercially available) via Bluetooth Connected via Bluetooth Add the latitude, longitude, altitude, date and time, and other shooting information to images...

  • Page 4: Conventions Used In This Manual

    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: Chapter List

    Chapter List Introduction Basic Network Settings Transferring Images to an FTP Server Remote Capture Using EOS Utility Remote Capture Using WFT Server Using the Transmitter as a Media Server Linked Shooting Managing Settings Information Synchronizing the Camera Time Using Bluetooth GPS Devices Troubleshooting Reference...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Conventions Used in this Manual ...................... 4 Chapter List............................5 Contents............................. 6 Safety Warnings..........................8 Nomenclature............................. 9 Installing and Removing the Battery ....................11 Using a Household Power Outlet..................... 13 Attaching to the Camera ........................14 Subsequent Organization of This Manual..................16 Basic Network Settings Getting Ready ..........................
  • Page 7 Contents Linked Shooting Preparing Slave Cameras........................ 70 Basic Linked Shooting ........................71 Positioning the Slave Cameras......................72 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server................... 74 Managing Settings Information Checking Settings ..........................84 Changing Settings..........................85 Saving and Loading Settings ......................87 Synchronizing the Camera Time Preparing for Time Synchronization....................

  • Page 8: Safety Warnings

    Do not wipe the transmitter using cleaners containing organic solvents. If the transmitter becomes difficult to clean, take it to the nearest Canon Service Center. To avoid corrosion, do not store the transmitter where there are strong chemicals, such as in...

  • Page 9: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature Power lamp Tripod screw (p.14) Battery compartment cover release lever (p.11) Battery compartment <LAN> lamp cover (p.11) LCD panel (p.9) Power switch (p.14) <a> port (p.14) Ethernet RJ-45 port LCD panel Connection icon Error number Wired LAN connection Wireless signal strength Battery check Bluetooth connection...
  • Page 10 Nomenclature Case Belt holder Strap mounts Case strap Case for tripod screw Interface cables For use with cameras equipped with a mini USB 2.0 (Mini-B) terminal IFC-25AB USB 2.0 IFC-150AB (Approx. 25 cm / 9.8 in.) (Mini-B) (Approx. 1.5 m / 4.9 ft.) For use with cameras equipped with a micro USB 3.0 (Micro-B) terminal IFC-40AB II USB 3.0...

  • Page 11: Installing And Removing The Battery

    Installing and Removing the Battery Use 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 before opening the battery compartment cover. Also note that the transmitter is not sold with a battery or charger. If you do not own these accessories, they are available for purchase separately.
  • Page 12 Installing and Removing the Battery Battery check The remaining battery level is displayed when you turn the transmitter on. A blinking battery icon ( ) indicates that the battery will be depleted soon. Icon Level (%) 100 – 70 69 – 50 49 –...

  • Page 13: Using A Household Power Outlet

    Do not connect or disconnect the power cord while the transmitter’s power switch is set to <ON>. Do not connect and use AC Adapter Kits ACK-E6 with both the camera and transmitter simultaneously. It may cause malfunction to the nearby electronic devices. For more information, contact a Canon Service Center.

  • Page 14: Attaching To The Camera

    Attaching to the Camera When connecting the transmitter to the camera, always use one of the interface cables included with the transmitter. Turn off both the camera and transmitter. Attach the transmitter’s <a> port cap. To keep the cable securely connected, attach the cap to the transmitter.
  • Page 15 Attaching to the Camera Example of Attachment Connect the transmitter to the camera using the shorter interface cable. For cameras with a mini USB 2.0 (Mini-B) For cameras with a micro USB 3.0 (Micro-B) <a> terminal <a> terminal CAMERA CAMERA Attach the cable protector to the camera and run the cable through the clamp.

  • Page 16: Subsequent Organization Of This Manual

    Subsequent Organization of This Manual Click one of the following chapter titles to view the corresponding page. 1 Basic Network Settings (p.17) 2 Transferring Images to an FTP Server (p.31) 3 Remote Capture Using EOS Utility (p.47) 4 Remote Capture Using WFT Server (p.53) 5 Using the Transmitter as a Media Server (p.65) 6 Linked Shooting...

  • Page 17: Basic Network Settings

    Basic Network Settings Complete the basic network settings by following the transmitter’s connection instructions on the camera menu screen.

  • Page 18: Getting Ready

    Getting Ready [FTP trans.], [EOSUtility], [WFTserver] The connection instructions help you follow the steps to connect the transmitter to an existing wireless or wired LAN. To connect to a wireless LAN, prepare the wireless LAN terminal (wireless LAN access point or wireless LAN adapter) and computer in advance so that they are ready for you to connect the transmitter to the wireless network.

  • Page 19: Displaying The Connection Wizard

    Displaying the Connection Wizard This section’s explanation follows the flow of the connection instructions. If an error is displayed, see “Troubleshooting” in Chapter 10 (p.97) and check the settings. Pressing the shutter button or other camera controls during configuration will cause the connection instructions to close.

  • Page 20: Selecting The Communication Method And Lan Type

    Selecting the Communication Method and LAN Type Selecting the Communication Method Turn the <5> dial to select the communication method, and then press <0>. Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next screen. • FTP trans. Select this option to transfer captured images to an FTP server. Images can be automatically transferred as you shoot them, or you can select images to be transferred later.
  • Page 21 Selecting the Communication Method and LAN Type • WFTserver Select this option for remote capture over a wireless or wired LAN with the transmitter acting as a server. Additionally, images on a memory card in the camera can be viewed and downloaded to a computer.
  • Page 22 Selecting the Communication Method and LAN Type Selecting the LAN Type For [LinkedShot] instructions, see page 69. Note that no information about [LinkedShot] is given in this chapter. Turn the <5> dial to select the type of LAN, and then press <0>. Select [OK] and press <0>...

  • Page 23: Using The Wizard To Establish A Connection

    Using the Wizard to Establish a Connection Selecting the Wireless Network When you select [Connect with wizard], active wireless LAN terminals in your area are listed, accompanied by their respective information. Select the SSID (or ESS-ID) of your desired wireless LAN terminal. Select [Connect with wizard].
  • Page 24 Using the Wizard to Establish a Connection Entering the Wireless LAN Encryption Key Enter the encryption key set for the wireless LAN terminal. For details on the encryption key, refer to the device’s instruction manual. Note that the screens displayed in steps 1 to 3 below vary depending on the authentication and encryption of the wireless LAN terminal.

  • Page 25: Wps Connections (Pbc Mode)

    WPS Connections (PBC Mode) This is a connection mode when using a wireless LAN terminal compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Pushbutton Connection mode (PBC mode) makes it easy to establish a connection between the camera and the wireless LAN terminal by pressing the WPS button on the wireless LAN terminal.

  • Page 26: Wps Connections (Pin Mode)

    WPS Connections (PIN Mode) This is a connection mode when using a wireless LAN terminal compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In PIN code connection mode (PIN mode), an 8-digit identification number specified on the camera is set on the wireless LAN terminal to establish a connection. Even if there are multiple wireless LAN terminals active in your area, this is a relatively reliable method of establishing a connection using a shared identification number.

  • Page 27: Configuring Network Settings

    Configuring Network Settings Turn the <5> dial to select a configuration method for the network settings, and then press <0>. Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next screen. [Auto setting] Settings otherwise configured with [Manual setting] can be configured automatically. However, the IP address and similar settings must be automatically assigned and configured in environments using DHCP servers or wireless LAN terminals or routers supporting DHCP server functions.
  • Page 28 Pairing Software described on page 48 may not start. Open the [C Drive] [Program Files] [Canon] [EOS Utility] [WFTPairing] folder (in this order), and then double-click the [WFT FirewallSettings] icon. (This folder name is only an example.
  • Page 29 Configuring Network Settings Virtual Keyboard Operation The virtual keyboard is displayed when entering the encryption key, server name, and other information. Switching between input areas To switch between input areas, press the <Q> button. Moving the cursor To move the cursor, turn the <5> dial. You can also move the cursor using <9>.

  • Page 31: Transferring Images To An Ftp Server

    Transferring Images to an FTP Server With FTP transfer, you can automatically transfer each image to the FTP server as you shoot or transfer images in batches after shooting.

  • Page 32: Configuring Ftp Communication Settings

    Configuring FTP Communication Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. Turn the <5> dial to select [Address setting], and then press <0>. If you set the DNS server setting to [Disable], the screen on the left is displayed. Press <0> to select the input position, and then turn the <5>...
  • Page 33 Configuring FTP Communication Settings Complete the [Login method] settings. Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], and then press <0> to go to the next screen. Complete the [Target folder] settings. Select [Root folder] to save images in the root folder as specified in FTP server settings (p.86).

  • Page 34: Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot

    Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot An image can be automatically transferred to the FTP server immediately after shooting. You can continue still photo shooting while images are being transferred. Before shooting, be sure to insert a memory card in the camera. If you shoot without recording images, they will not be transferred.
  • Page 35 Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot Setting the Size or Type of Images to Transfer With automatic transfer, you can select which images to transfer when recording images of different sizes to CF and SD cards, or when recording both RAW and JPEG images. Select [Communication settings].
  • Page 36 Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot To transfer smaller JPEGs when the camera is set up to record larger JPEGs to one card and smaller JPEGs to the other, set [JPEG size to trans.] to [Smaller JPEG]. To transfer either RAW or JPEG images when the camera is set up to record RAW images to one card and JPEGs to the other, specify which images to transfer in the [RAW+JPEG transfer] setting.

  • Page 37: Transferring Images Individually

    Transferring Images Individually Simply select an image and press <0> to transfer it. You can add a caption before transferring the image. You can continue still photo shooting even while images are being transferred. Transferring the Current Image Select [Communication settings]. Select [Network settings].
  • Page 38 Transferring Images Individually Adding a Caption before Transfer You can add a registered caption to each image before transfer. This is convenient if you want to inform the recipient of the quantity to print, for example. The caption is also added to images stored on the camera.
  • Page 39 Transferring Images Individually Select a caption. Turn the <5> dial to select the [Caption] box, and then press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to select the caption content, and then press <0>. Transfer the image. Turn the <5> dial to select [Transfer], and then press <0>.

  • Page 40: Batch Transfer

    Batch Transfer After shooting, you can select multiple images as desired and transfer them all at once. You can also batch transfer unsent images or images whose transfer failed previously. You can continue still photo shooting even while images are being transferred. Selecting Images to Transfer In the menu, select [Image transfer].
  • Page 41 Batch Transfer Transfer the images. Select [Direct transfer]. Select [OK] on the confirmation screen displayed next. A transfer progress screen is displayed. [RAW+JPEG transfer] Options Selecting [RAW+JPEG transfer] in step 2 on the preceding page will give you the option of transferring RAW images, JPEG images, or both types of images.
  • Page 42 Batch Transfer Batch Transfer of Images in a Folder In the menu, select [Image transfer]. Select [Image sel./transfer]. Select [Sel.n]. Select [Folder images not transfer’d]. To transfer images whose transfer previously failed, select [Folder images failed transf.]. Select a folder.
  • Page 43 Batch Transfer Transfer the images. Select [Direct transfer]. Select [OK] on the confirmation screen displayed next. A transfer progress screen is displayed. Selecting [Clear folder transf. history] will set the transfer history of images in the selected folder to “unsent.” This enables you to resend all the images in the folder later by selecting [Folder images not transfer’d].
  • Page 44 Batch Transfer Batch Transfer of Images on Memory Cards In the menu, select [Image transfer]. Select [Image sel./transfer]. Select [All image]. Select [Card images not transferred]. To transfer images whose transfer previously failed, select [Card images failed transfer]. Transfer the images. Select [Direct transfer].

  • Page 45: Checking Image Transfer History

    Checking Image Transfer History Checking the Transfer History of Individual Images To check the transfer history in [Image sel./transfer], select [Sel.Image]. Image not selected for transfer (no mark) Image selected for transfer Image whose transfer failed Image already transferred Checking the Transfer History of Memory Cards On the [Image sel./transfer] screen, you can check the number of images to be transferred as well as the transfer history of images in the memory card.

  • Page 47: Remote Capture Using Eos Utility

    Remote Capture Using EOS Utility You can use EOS Utility to shoot remotely over a wireless or wired LAN. In addition to remote capture, almost all EOS Utility camera operations except firmware updating are supported, because this option utilizes a wireless or wired network instead of a USB cable.

  • Page 48: Configuring Eos Utility Communication Settings

    Perform the operations below initially. If these operations are not performed, Pairing Software may not start. Open the [C Drive] [Program Files] [Canon] [EOS Utility] [WFTPairing] folder (in this order), and then double-click the [WFT FirewallSettings] icon. * This folder name is only an example. The folder where files are saved varies depending on the computer environment used.
  • Page 49 Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings Start the pairing software. Normally, it is installed in the same location as EOS Utility. When the pairing software starts up, an icon is displayed in the task bar. When the camera is detected, a message is displayed.
  • Page 50 Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings Select [OK]. When the camera detects the computer on which you clicked [Connect] in step 6, the message on the left is displayed. Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], and then press <0>. Save the settings. Press <0>...

  • Page 51: Using Eos Utility

    Using EOS Utility For EOS Utility instructions, refer to the Software Instruction Manual (PDF). In Remote Live View shooting, the rate of image transmission is slower than via USB. The motion of moving subjects cannot be displayed smoothly.

  • Page 53: Remote Capture Using Wft Server

    Remote Capture Using WFT Server Using a web browser, you can view images recorded on a memory card in the camera and download them to a computer. Additionally, you can shoot remotely over a wireless or wired LAN. Note that bulb, mirror lockup, and movie shooting are not supported.

  • Page 54: Configuring Wft Server Communication Settings

    Configuring WFT Server Communication Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. Press <0> and turn the <5> dial to select the set number, and then press <0>. Press <0> again. After the connection wizard closes, the display will return to the menu screen. The <LAN>...
  • Page 55 Configuring WFT Server Communication Settings Turn the <5> dial to select [WFT account], and then press <0>. When changing the port number, turn the <5> dial to select [Port number] and press <0>. Note that there is normally no need to change the port number (80).

  • Page 56: Displaying Wft Server

    Displaying WFT Server In the web browser, display WFT Server, a screen for transmitter operations. Make sure you have already established a connection between the camera and computer. Start the web browser. First, start Internet Explorer or another web browser. Enter the URL.

  • Page 57: Viewing Images

    Viewing Images You can browse the images recorded on the camera’s memory card. Click [Viewer]. The image viewing screen is displayed. Select the memory card. Click [CF] or [SD]. Click the [DCIM] folder and select the folder containing the images. Select an image.
  • Page 58 Viewing Images Download images to the computer. Click a thumbnail. The image is displayed at a larger size. To download the image to your computer, click < >. Click [Return] to return to the image viewing screen. Although actual RAW images and movies are not displayed here, they can be downloaded to the computer in the same way as JPEG images.

  • Page 59: Remote Capture [Camera Control]

    Remote Capture [Camera control] Set up the camera for Live View shooting beforehand. Note that remote capture of movies is not supported. For web browsers that do not support JavaScript, see page 63, “Remote Capture”. Click [Camera control]. The advanced capture screen is displayed. ①...
  • Page 60 Remote Capture [Camera control] Set the lens focus mode switch to <f>. Click the release button (⑤). When you let go of the button, the camera autofocuses and the picture is taken. With One-Shot AF, the picture is not taken if focus is not achieved.
  • Page 61 Remote Capture [Camera control] Configure the shooting functions. Click items such as quality to view and configure their settings. Complete the settings as needed. Take the picture. Click the release button (⑤). When you let go of the button, the picture is taken. The captured image will be displayed.

  • Page 62: Remote Capture [Simple Control]

    Remote Capture [Simple control] Set up the camera for Live View shooting beforehand. Note that remote capture of movies is not supported. For web browsers that do not support JavaScript, see page 63, “Remote Capture.” Click [Simple control]. The basic capture screen and the Live View image are displayed.

  • Page 63: Remote Capture

    Remote Capture The following instructions are for remote capture with web browsers that do not support JavaScript. Set up the camera for Live View shooting beforehand. Note that remote capture of movies is not supported. Click [Capture]. The capture screen is displayed. The Live View image is not displayed.

  • Page 64: Using Wft Server In Linked Shooting

    Using WFT Server in Linked Shooting Remote Capture in WFT Server can be used in combination with the transmitter’s “Linked Shooting” function (p.74). Additionally, you can view and download images recorded on the master or slave camera’s memory cards. Linked Shooting Slave camera Slave camera Slave camera...

  • Page 65: Using The Transmitter As A Media Server

    Using the Transmitter as a Media Server Images on a memory card in the camera can be viewed over a wireless or wired LAN on a television. This function requires a DLNA*-compatible television, digital photo frame, or similar media player. (Subsequently, this equipment is collectively referred to as the media player.) * DLNA: Digital Living Network Alliance...

  • Page 66: Configuring Media Server Communication Settings

    Configuring Media Server Communication Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. Press <0> and turn the <5> dial to select the set number, and then press <0>. Press <0> again. After the connection wizard closes, the display will return to the menu screen. The <LAN>...

  • Page 67: Displaying Captured Images On A Television

    Displaying Captured Images on a Television Operate the media player controls to display images recorded on the camera’s memory card on a television. Note that RAW images and movies cannot be displayed. The following operations are performed on the media player. For details, refer to the instruction manual for the media player.

  • Page 69: Linked Shooting

    Linked Shooting With linked shooting, up to 10 slave cameras can be linked in a wireless network to the master camera on which you will release the shutter. Any cameras compatible with linked shooting, when they have WFT series transmitters attached, can be used as slave cameras, regardless of model. Note that there will be a slight delay after you release the master camera shutter until the slave camera shutters are released.

  • Page 70: Preparing Slave Cameras

    Preparing Slave Cameras After setting up the slave cameras as described on this page, follow the steps on the next page for basic linked shooting. For instructions to view or download to your computer the images stored on cameras, see page 74. Select [Communication settings].

  • Page 71: Basic Linked Shooting

    Basic Linked Shooting Shoot with the master camera linked to slave cameras as follows. Set up the master camera. Configure the settings on the master camera following steps 1-3 on the preceding page, and then select [Master]. Select [Auto connect]. For [Manual connect] instructions, see page 75.

  • Page 72: Positioning The Slave Cameras

    Positioning the Slave Cameras Slave camera Slave camera Slave camera Slave camera Master camera Position the slave cameras in clear view of the master camera, without objects between them. You can position the slave cameras as far as up to 100 m / 328 ft. from the master camera in all directions.
  • Page 73 Positioning the Slave Cameras Do not use multiple flash units. Although slight, there is a difference in the shutter release timing which may cause out-of-sync flash firing and inadequate exposure. Linked shooting is not possible when master and slave cameras are set to [Mirror lockup] [Enable] or [Enable:Mirror down w/ s].

  • Page 74: Using The Transmitter With Wft Server

    Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Using WFT Server, you can shoot remotely with a master camera linked to slave cameras that will shoot at the same time. WFT Server can also be used to access master or slave cameras for the Live View display, and you can adjust the focus and configure remote capture settings as needed.
  • Page 75 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Connect the Master and Slave Cameras Set up the slave cameras. Set up the slave cameras as described on page 70. Set up the master camera. Complete settings on the master camera following steps 1–3 on page 70, and then select [Master]. Select [Manual connect].
  • Page 76 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Enter the encryption key. Enter a 5-digit encryption (WEP) key and press the <7> button. The key entered here will be saved on the computer and used to access the master camera from the computer. Switch to setting up the slave cameras.
  • Page 77 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Check the Camera Settings Check the network settings on the master and slave cameras as follows. Note that without a good understanding of these settings, you cannot access the cameras from a computer. On the master camera, select [Communication settings].
  • Page 78 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Check the settings. Turn the <5> dial to display other screens. Write down the IP address and SSID. Check the slave camera settings. Check network settings on the slave cameras in the same way as you checked the master camera settings.
  • Page 79 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Configure WFT Server Communication Settings Enter a login name and password for accessing WFT Server on cameras from a computer. Although you can specify different login names and passwords for each camera, it is also possible to use the same information for all cameras.
  • Page 80 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Select a user number. WFT Server can accept connections from up to three computers per camera. Select a user number to prevent conflicts when users at other computers are connected to the transmitter at the same time.
  • Page 81 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Access the Cameras from the Computer To access the cameras from the computer, use the computer’s standard search function to detect wireless LAN terminals. For details, refer to the computer instruction manual. Wireless LAN functions and OS of the computer must support ad-hoc mode. From the computer, find cameras on the network.
  • Page 82 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Select the language. Select a language on the bottom of the screen. Web browsers that support JavaScript will display the screen on the left. A message is displayed when JavaScript is not supported. Selecting not to use JavaScript will display the screen on the right, with limited functions.

  • Page 83: Managing Settings Information

    Managing Settings Information...

  • Page 84: Checking Settings

    Checking Settings Check the network settings as follows. In [Network settings], select [Set up]. Select [Confirm settings]. The settings are displayed. Example of FTP transfer and wired LAN settings Example of FTP transfer and wireless LAN settings...

  • Page 85: Changing Settings

    Changing Settings Settings originally completed using the connection wizard can be changed as follows. You can also change IP security settings (IPsec) not completed using the connection wizard, as well as other settings, such as the setting that determines what happens if an image of the same file name as an existing file is sent to the FTP server (p.86).
  • Page 86 Changing Settings IP Security (IPsec) Configured in [TCP/IP] [Security]. IPsec is a set of standards for encrypted communication over the Internet. It provides effective security for both wireless and wired LANs. To use this function, you must enable IPsec in the network settings of your computer.

  • Page 87: Saving And Loading Settings

    Saving and Loading Settings Network settings can be saved on a memory card for use with other cameras. Saving Settings In [Network settings], select [Set up]. Select [LAN settings]. Select the settings number. Here, select the settings number under which you saved LAN settings.
  • Page 88 Saving and Loading Settings Select [Save]. The settings are now saved as a file on the memory card. The settings are saved as a file (WFTNPF**.NIF) in the area of the memory card shown when the card is opened (in the root directory). The file name is determined automatically by the camera: WFTNPF, followed by a number (01 to 99) and the extension NIF.

  • Page 89: Synchronizing The Camera Time

    Synchronizing the Camera Time Set the master camera time on up to 10 slave cameras, as needed. Synchronization can be done over a wireless or wired connection. Note that even after synchronization, there will be a slight margin of error between master and slave camera time of ±0.05 seconds, at most.

  • Page 90: Preparing For Time Synchronization

    Preparing for Time Synchronization Wireless LAN Set up multiple cameras with the WFT-E7 series transmitters attached. Slave camera Slave camera Master camera Wired LAN Use a LAN cable to connect cameras with the WFT-E7 series transmitters attached. When there are multiple slave cameras, connect them to a hub with LAN cables, and connect the hub to the master camera with a LAN cable.

  • Page 91: Synchronizing The Time

    Synchronizing the Time Steps 1–5 are the same on master and slave cameras. In the menu, select [Communication settings]. Select [Network settings]. Set [Communication mode] to [Disconnect]. Once [Communication mode] is set to [Disconnect], you can select [Sync time between cameras].
  • Page 92 Synchronizing the Time Set up the master camera. After configuring the master camera settings following steps 1–5 on the preceding page, select [Master]. When the next screen is displayed, the master camera is ready. Go to step 7 to set up the slave cameras.

  • Page 93: Using Bluetooth Gps Devices

    Bluetooth and added to images. The additional information can be checked on the camera as well as by using commercially-available GPS-compatible mapping software. For a list of specific GPS devices supported, contact the Canon Service Center. For the GPS device instructions, refer to the device’s instruction manual or contact...

  • Page 94: Connecting Gps Devices Via Bluetooth

    Connecting GPS Devices via Bluetooth In the menu, select [Communication settings]. Select [Bluetooth device connection]. Once [Communication func] is set to [Enable], you can select [Bluetooth device connection]. Press <0> when the next screen shown below is displayed. Select the GPS device. Nearby active Bluetooth®...
  • Page 95 Connecting GPS Devices via Bluetooth When the confirmation message is displayed, select [OK]. The GPS connection status changes to [Connected]. Pressing <0> under these conditions will enable you to disconnect the GPS device. While the Bluetooth connection is active, <s> is displayed on the transmitter’s LCD panel, and <r>...
  • Page 96 Connecting GPS Devices via Bluetooth Canceling the Bluetooth Connection The Bluetooth connection with the GPS device will not be terminated if you simply turn off the camera. To cancel the connection, follow these steps. In the menu, select [Communication settings]. Select [Bluetooth device connection].

  • Page 97: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Transfer speed in ad hoc mode may become extremely slow when the transmitter is used with certain types of computer. For more information, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center.

  • Page 98: Handling Error Messages

    Handling Error Messages If transmitter errors are displayed on the camera 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 <LAN> lamp on the transmitter blinks and the error number is shown on the LCD panel.
  • Page 99 Handling Error Messages 11: Connection target not found Is EOS Utility ready for pairing? Check that EOS Utility is ready for pairing (p.48). Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured with the same encryption key for authentication? This error occurs if the encryption keys do not match when the authentication method for encryption is [Open system].
  • Page 100 Handling Error Messages 22: No response from DNS server What to check on the transmitter Is the transmitter’s DNS address setting set to [Auto assign] or [Manual setting]? If you are not using a DNS server, set the transmitter’s DNS address setting to [Disable] (p.27).
  • Page 101 Handling Error Messages 24: No response from proxy server What to check on the transmitter The transmitter’s proxy server setting is [Enable]. Does the error occur under this setting? If you are not using a proxy server, set the transmitter’s proxy server setting to [Disable] (p.32).
  • Page 102 Handling Error Messages 25: Another terminal has set the same IP address Is another device on the transmitter network using the same IP address as the transmitter? This error occurs if the transmitter is connected to a network where another device subsequently connects with the same IP address.
  • Page 103 Handling Error Messages 41: Cannot connect to FTP server What to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, does the FTP server’s IP address setting match the server’s actual address? Configure the IP address on the transmitter to match the actual FTP server address (p.32).
  • Page 104 Handling Error Messages Are you connecting to the FTP server via a broadband router? Some broadband routers use a firewall to restrict access to the FTP server. Change the firewall settings to allow access to the FTP server. You may be able to access the FTP server by setting [Passive mode] to [Enable] on the transmitter (p.86).
  • Page 105 Handling Error Messages 45: Cannot login to FTP server. Error code received from server. What to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, is the [Login name] entered correctly? Check the login name for accessing the FTP server. The setting is case-sensitive, so check upper- and lower-case characters.
  • Page 106 Handling Error Messages 47: Image file transfer completion not confirmed by FTP server This error occurs if, for some reason, the transmitter fails to receive confirmation from the FTP server that image file transfer is complete. Turn the FTP server and camera off and on and send the images again. 51: Connection to Bluetooth device lost Is the Bluetooth unit too far from the GPS device? Bring the GPS device closer to the Bluetooth unit.
  • Page 107 Handling Error Messages 61: Selected SSID wireless LAN network not found Are any obstacles blocking the line of sight between the transmitter and the antenna of the wireless LAN terminal? Move the antenna to a position clearly visible from the point of view of the transmitter (p.111).
  • Page 108 Handling Error Messages 63: Wireless LAN authentication failed Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured for the same authentication method? The transmitter supports these authentication methods: [Open system], [Shared key], [WPA-PSK], and [WPA2-PSK] (p.23). When using an AirPort for communication in infrastructure mode, [Open system] is not supported.
  • Page 109 Handling Error Messages 66: Incorrect wireless LAN encryption key Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured with the same encryption key for authentication? The setting is case-sensitive, so check upper- and lower-case characters. Make sure the correct encryption key for authentication is entered on the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal (p.24).
  • Page 110 Handling Error Messages 71: Cannot connect to slave camera Are you following the correct procedure to establish the connection with slave cameras? Operate slave cameras by following the correct instructions (p.70, 71). Are the slave cameras too far from the master camera? Bring the slave cameras closer to the master camera.

  • Page 111: Wireless Lan Notes

    Wireless LAN Notes When using the transmitter with a wireless LAN, try the following corrective actions if the transmission rate drops, the connection is lost, or other problems occur. Wireless LAN Terminal Installation and Antenna Position When using the transmitter indoors, install the wireless LAN terminal in the room where you are shooting.

  • Page 112: Checking Network Settings

    Checking Network Settings Windows In Windows, open the [Command Prompt], input ipconfig/all, and press the <Enter> key. The IP address assigned to the computer is displayed as well as the subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server information. To avoid using the same IP address for the computer and other devices on the network when configuring the IP address assigned to the camera (page 27), change the rightmost numbers here.

  • Page 113: Reference

    Reference...

  • Page 114: Creating And Registering Captions

    Creating and Registering Captions Follow these steps to create captions and register them on the camera, as described in “Adding a Caption before Transfer” (p.38). When creating and registering captions, use a computer on which EOS Utility is installed. See “Remote Capture Using EOS Utility” from page 47 to start up EOS Utility and enable its use over a wired or wireless LAN.
  • Page 115 Creating and Registering Captions When Using EOS Utility 3 or Later Start EOS Utility and select [Camera settings]. The camera settings screen is displayed. Select [WFT Captions]. The screen for caption creation is displayed. Enter the captions. Enter up to 31 characters (in ASCII format). To acquire caption data stored on the camera, select [Load settings].

  • Page 116: Using A Bracket (Sold Separately)

    Using a Bracket (Sold Separately) Attaching the optional Accessory Bracket AB-E1 enables you to use the transmitter and a battery grip at the same time. Attach the camera and transmitter to the bracket as shown. Tripod socket...

  • Page 117: Specifications

    Specifications Type Type: Wired and wireless (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n) IPsec-compatible image transfer accessory with Bluetooth connectivity for GPS devices Wireless LAN Standards compliance: IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11n Transmission method: DS-SS modulation (IEEE 802.11b) OFDM modulation (IEEE 802.11a/g/n) Transmission range: Approx.
  • Page 118 134.1 x 31.1 x 62.2 mm / 5.3 x 1.2 x 2.4 in. Weight: Approx. 165 g / 5.8 oz. (body only) Operating Environment Temperature: 0°C–40°C / 32°F–104°F Humidity: 85% or less All preceding specifications are based on Canon testing standards. Transmitter specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 119 Specifications USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8- BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. When connecting to and using a household power outlet, use only AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (rated input: 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz, rated output: 8.0 V DC). Using anything else can cause fire, overheating, or electrical shock.

  • Page 120: Index

    Index AC adapter ..........13 Gateway............ 27 Account ............. 54 GPS ............93 Ad hoc ............23 GPS device ..........16 Authentication........23, 86 Auto power off ........... 19 Household power outlet ......13 Batch transfer ........ 40, 42, 44 Battery ............
  • Page 121 Index Pairing ..........28, 48 Viewing images......... 57 Passive mode..........86 Password..........54, 94 PBC mode ..........25 Web............56 PIN code connection mode ....... 26 WEP............23 PIN mode ..........26 WFT Server......... 16, 53 Port number..........32 WFTserver ..........21 Power lamp ..........
  • Page 122 CANON EUROPA N.V. Bovenkerkerweg 59, 1185 XB Amstelveen, The Netherlands This instruction manual is current as of April 2015. For information on using the transmitter with accessories introduced after this date, contact your nearest Canon Service Center. CPA-E108-001 © CANON INC. 2015...

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