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DIE-0415-000
Wireless File Transmitter
WFT-E6
Guide for Canon Camcorders
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Introduction About this Guide You can attach a WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter to a Canon camcorder to connect the camcorder to a Wi-Fi network. This will allow you to operate the camcorder remotely from any device connected to the Wi-Fi network using Wi-Fi Remote, a Web browser application. This guide will explain how to attach the WFT-E6 to a camcorder and configure the transmitter for use with a camcorder. For specifications and additional information about the WFT-E6, refer to the Wirel
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Contents Introduction 2 About this Guide ................................................................................................................................ 2 Attaching to a Camcorder .................................................................................................................. 4 1 Wi-Fi and Camcorder Settings 7 Three Ways to Connect to a Wi-Fi Network....................................................................................... 8 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (
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Attaching to a Camcorder Turn off the camcorder before attaching the WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter. The transmitter is powered by the camcorder. Make sure the camcorder’s battery pack is sufficiently charged before using the transmitter. Turn off the camcorder. 1 Open the WFT terminal cover. 2 Attach the transmitter. 3 Align the transmitter’s terminal to the camcorder’s WFT terminal as shown in the illustration and firmly push it in (). Turn the tightening screw in the di
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Attaching to a Camcorder Turn on the camcorder. 5 If the transmitter was correctly attached, the icon will appear in the rear panel, next to the remaining battery icon. Removal Turn off the camcorder. Loosen the WFT attachment bracket’s screw and remove the WFT attachment bracket. Loosen the transmitter’s tightening screw until it spins freely. Remove the transmitter’s terminal from the camcorder’s WFT terminal and close the WFT terminal’s cover. 5 C OP Y
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1 Wi-Fi and Camcorder Settings Complete the Wi-Fi and camcorder settings using the camcorder’s menu screens. 7 C OP Y
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Three Ways to Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Before using the Wi-Fi Remote application to remotely control the camcorder, you need to wirelessly connect the camcorder (with the transmitter attached) to a Wi-Fi network via an access point (wireless router). There are three ways to do so, and the method you use will depend on the specifications of the access point you want to use. Note that using an unprotected Wi-Fi network can expose your data to monitoring by unauthorized third parties. Be awa
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Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) - Button Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is the easiest way to set up the Wi-Fi network. However, it may not work correctly if there are several active access points in the area. In such case try using the [WPS: Pin Code] (A 10) or [Connection Wizard] (A 11) option. Open the [Set Up New] submenu. 1 [wOther Functions]>[Wi-Fi Remote]>[Set Up New] Select [WPS: Button] and then press SET. 2 Press the WPS button on the wireless router. 3 For details about how to activate
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Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) - PIN Code In this setup mode, the camcorder will issue an 8-digit PIN code that you then need to enter in the wireless router setup screen. Even if there are multiple access points active in your area, this is a relatively reliable method of establishing a connection using a shared PIN code. It may take about one minute to establish connection. Open the [Set Up New] submenu. 1 [w Other Functions]> [Wi-Fi Remote]> [Set Up New] Select [WPS: PIN Code] and then press
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Connection Wizard Selecting the Wi-Fi Network When you select [Connection Wizard], the transmitter will detect active Wi-Fi networks in your area and you can select the desired access point (SSID) from the list. Open the [Set Up New] submenu. 1 [w Other Functions]> [Wi-Fi Remote]> [Set Up New] Select [Connection Wizard] and then 2 press SET. Select [Automatic] and then press SET. 3 The camcorder will search for active access points in your area and display a list of available options. Push t
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Connection Wizard Encrypted Access Points If the access point is encrypted (C), you will need to enter the encryption key (password). To find out the encryption key, refer to the instruction manual of the access point (wireless router) or consult the network administrator. [WEP]/[Shared Key] 1 Select the WEP index key. This step is only necessary if the Wi-Fi network’s authentication method is set to [Shared Key] or if the encryption method is set to [WEP]. Select [Input] and the press SET
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Connection Wizard Entering the Wi-Fi Network’s Details Manually If you prefer, you can enter manually the details of the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to (for example, if your Wi-Fi network is operating in stealth mode and cannot be detected by the transmitter or to connect to a Wi-Fi-enabled portable device through an Ad Hoc connection). After step 2 in the Selecting the Wi-Fi Network procedure (A 11): Select [Manual] and then press SET. 1 Select the wireless connection mode 2 and then p
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Connection Wizard Ad Hoc Connections Select the channel and then press SET. 4 Available channels will be different for Ad Hoc 11b/g and 11a connections. Select the Ad Hoc connection’s 5encryption method and then press SET. If you selected [WEP], continue with step 6 below. If you selected [No encryption], skip to step 7. Infrastructure Connections Select the Wi-Fi network’s authentication method and then press 4 SET. If you selected [Shared Key], skip to step 6. Select the Wi-Fi network’
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Configuring Network (TCP/IP) Settings Select [Automatic] or [Manual] and then 1 press SET. If you selected [Automatic], IP settings will be assigned automatically. Continue with the procedure to review and save the configuration (A 16). Enter the network’s TCP/IP settings 2 manually. Enter the IP address assigned to the camcorder, and the network’s subnet mask, and default gateway. Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select a value for the first field and press SET to
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Saving the Configuration Review the access point’s configuration 1 and then press SET. The first screen shows the access point’s SSID and the type of connection. Push the joystick up/ down or turn the SELECT dial to review additional settings before pressing SET. Save the current configuration. 2 Select the desired configuration number and then press SET. You can save up to 5 different network configuration profiles on the camcorder. If you select a configuration number that was already
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Camcorder Settings A user name and password are required before the Wi-Fi Remote application (Wi-Fi-enabled device connected to the Wi-Fi network) can access the transmitter in order to operate the camcorder. Additionally, you can set a unique camcorder identification code and designate the port that Wi-Fi Remote should use. The Wi-Fi connection will be disabled while you change these settings. [User Name]*, [Password]* Protect the remote operation of the camcorder with a user name and pass
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2 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote After completing the preparations in the previous chapter, you can use any computer or other Wi-Fi enabled device that has a Web browser and is connected to the same Wi-Fi network to remotely operate the camcorder using the Wi-Fi Remote application. 19 C OP Y
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Selecting a Configuration Number You can save up to 5 different network configuration profiles. You can select which one to use depending on where you plan to use the camcorder. If you just saved a new network configuration (A 16), the camcorder will automatically connect to that Wi-Fi network and this procedure is not required. Open the Wi-Fi [Select] submenu. 1 [w Other Functions]> [Wi-Fi Remote]> [Select] Select the desired configuration 2number and then press SET. The camcorder will con
