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Wireless File Transmitter
WFT-E6
To comply with local radio wave regulations, Canon offers five region-specific versions of the
transmitter (WFT-E6A, E6B, E6C, E6D, and E6E) in various areas around the world (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.
This product also supports the EOS C300. When using the transmitter, refer to “Guide for
Canon Camcorders”.
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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E6 is an accessory for EOS-1D X cameras. In addition to time syncing with other cameras (over a wireless LAN connection) and Bluetooth connectivity with GPS devices, the transmitter enables the following operations. Wireless LAN Functions FTP T FTP Tr ransfer ansfer Transfer images to an FTP server EOS Utility Use EOS Utility to capture, view, and download images remotely WFT Server Use a web browser to capture, view
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Sync the Camera Time Wirelessly Slave camera 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 3 C OP Y
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Conventions Used in this Manual These instructions should be followed only after your wireless LAN and FTP server settings are complete. For details on configuring these settings, refer to the documentation provided with the respective equipment. Terms in brackets [ ] indicate button or icon names or other software elements. Brackets also denote camera menu items. Page numbers in parentheses indicate where you can find additional information. Instructions on camera operations should be
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Chapter List Introduction 2 Basic Network Settings 13 1 Transferring Images to an FTP Server 27 2 Remote Capture Using EOS Utility 43 3 Remote Capture Using WFT Server 49 4 Using the Transmitter as a Media Server 61 5 Linked Shooting 65 6 Managing Settings Information 79 7 Synchronizing the Camera Time Wirelessly 89 8 Using Bluetooth GPS Devices 93 9 Troubleshooting 97 10 Reference 113 11 5 C OP Y
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Contents Introduction Conventions Used in this Manual ...................................................................................................... 4 Chapter List........................................................................................................................................ 5 Contents............................................................................................................................................. 6 Safety Warnings.......................
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Contents 6 Linked Shooting 65 Preparing Slave Cameras................................................................................................................ 66 Basic Linked Shooting ..................................................................................................................... 67 Arranging the Slave Cameras.......................................................................................................... 68 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server..............
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Safety Warnings The following precautions are intended to prevent harm to you and others as well as damage to equipment. Become familiar with the precautions before using the transmitter to ensure correct and safe operation. Warning Preventing Serious Injury or Death To prevent fire, excessive heat, chemical leakage, or explosion, follow these safety guidelines. • Do not insert metallic objects between electrical contacts of the transmitter, accessories, or connecting cables. Do not use the
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Nomenclature Attachment pin Tightening screw Terminal Transmitter Case EOS-1D X rear LCD panel Bluetooth connection Wired LAN connection GPS device connection Wireless LAN connection 9 C OP Y
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Attaching to the Camera Turn off the camera before attaching the transmitter. The transmitter is powered by the camera. Ensure the camera battery has sufficient charge. If the charge drops below 19%, you cannot transfer captured images. Open the terminal cover on the camera. 1 Pull out the system extension terminal cover and rotate it toward the front. Attach the transmitter. 2 Align the transmitter terminal and attachment pin with the corresponding camera terminal and hole. Push the ter
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Subsequent Organization of This Manual Click one of the following chapter titles to view the corresponding page. 1 Basic Network Settings (p.13) 2 Transferring Images to an FTP Server (p.27) 3 Remote Capture Using EOS Utility (p.43) 4 Remote Capture Using WFT Server (p.49) 5 Using the Transmitter as a Media Server (p.61) 6 Linked Shooting (p.65) 7 Managing Settings Information (p.79) 8 Synchronizing the Camera Time Wirelessly (p.89) 9 Using Bluetooth GPS Devices (p.93) 11 C OP Y
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Basic Network Settings Complete the basic network settings by following transmitter connection instructions on the camera menu screen. 13 C OP Y
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Getting Ready [FTP trans.], [EOSUtility], [WFTserver] The connection instructions help you follow the steps to connect the transmitter to an existing wireless LAN. Set up the wireless LAN terminal (wireless LAN access point or adapter) and computer in advance so that the transmitter can join the wireless network. When configuring the basic network settings, bring the transmitter within 3 m / 9.8 ft. of the wireless LAN terminal. Wireless Transmission of Movie Individual movie files are large
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Displaying the Connection Wizard This section describes the process of following the connection instructions. If an error is displayed, refer to “Troubleshooting” in Chapter 10 (p.97) and check the settings. Pressing the shutter button or other camera controls during configuration by the connection instructions will close the connection instructions. Do not press the shutter button or other controls until configuration is finished. On the [52] tab, set [Auto power off] to [Disable]. If auto
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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. Computer Operating Systems Use of [FTP trans.] requires that one of the following operating systems
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Selecting the Communication Method and LAN Type • WFTserver Select this option for remote capture over a wireless 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. The camera can be accessed like browsing a webpage, by users at up to three computers. Computer Operating Systems Any computer with a web browser can be used, regardless of the operating system. Even devices other than computers can be used, i
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Selecting the Communication Method and LAN Type Selecting the LAN Type For [LinkedShot] instructions, refer to page 65. 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> to go to the next screen. Wireless LAN The [Wireless LAN setup method] screen is displayed. [Connect with wizard]: See p.19 [WPS (PBC mode)]: See p.21 [WPS (PIN mode)]: See p.22 Select [WPS (PBC mode)] or [WPS (P
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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 information about them. Select the SSID (or ESS-ID) of your desired wireless LAN terminal. Select [Connect with wizard]. 1 Turn the <5> dial to select [Connect with wizard], and then press <0>. 123 4 Select the wireless LAN terminal. 2 To select the wireless LAN terminal, press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to sele
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Using the Wizard to Establish a Connection Entering the Wireless LAN Encryption Key Next, enter the encryption key of 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. The [Key index] screen is displayed only if WEP encryption is used by the wireless LAN terminal. 1 Turn the <5> dial to select the key in
