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Nikon WT-7 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Wireless Transmitter User's Manual (with Warranty) • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page v). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.
  • Page 2 What the WT-7 Can Do for You This manual describes how to attach the WT-7 to the camera and connect the camera to a computer, ftp server, or other device over Ethernet or wireless networks. It also describes the operations that can be performed once a connection is established.
  • Page 3 Smart device Computer Camera Control Pro 2 Nikon User Support Visit the site below to register your camera and keep up-to-date with the latest product information. You will find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) and can contact us for technical assistance.
  • Page 4 XQD is a trademark of Sony Corporation. The SD, SDHC, and SDXC logos are trademarks of the SD-3C, LLC. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with this Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Memory Cards Throughout this manual, XQD and SD memory cards are referred to as “memory cards”.

  • Page 5: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
  • Page 6 Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose to maintain compliance with product regulations. Follow the instructions of airline and hospital personnel...

  • Page 7: Notices

    • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these...
  • Page 8 2. The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 9 WT-7A has been tested and found to comply with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200...
  • Page 10 Notice for Customers in Europe R&TTE Directive We, the manufacturer (Nikon Corporation) hereby declare that this Wireless Transmitter (WT-7) is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately.
  • Page 11 - 2.4 GHz band: 13.3 dBm - 5 GHz band: 16.1 dBm Available Channels The WT-7 is available in four versions, each destined for use in a different region in compliance with local regulations governing the use of wireless devices (for information on countries not listed in the following table, contact a Nikon representative).
  • Page 12 Channels Version Location Mode 36–48 52–64 100–140 149–165 ✔ ✔ ✔ Infrastructure — Indoor — — — — Access point WT-7 ✔ Infrastructure Prohibited Prohibited — Outdoor — — — — Access point ✔ ✔ ✔ Infrastructure — Indoor —...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents What the WT-7 Can Do for You ............ii For Your Safety ..................v Notices......................vii Introduction Parts of the WT-7 ..................2 Getting Ready ..................4 Supported Network Functions ............8 Transfer, Control, and HTTP Ethernet Connections................ 10 Step 1: Connecting the Equipment.......... 11 Step 2: Configuring the Hardware for Ethernet Connections...............
  • Page 14 Ethernet Connections ................ 58 Step 1: Connecting the Hardware ..........59 Step 2: Configuring the Hardware for Ethernet Connections ...............60 Step 3: The Connection Wizard ..........61 Wireless Connections................. 65 Step 1: Connecting the Equipment ..........66 Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless ..........67 Step 3: The Connection Wizard ..........68 Step 4: Network Settings ..............75 FTP Upload.....................
  • Page 15 Auto Power off Delay..............92 MAC Address ..................92 Firmware Version ................92 Appendices Creating Profiles on a Computer ........... 93 Creating an FTP Server ..............95 Manual Profile Creation..............103 Troubleshooting ................105 Specifications..................107 Index.......................110 Warranty Terms - Nikon Europe Service Warranty ....114...
  • Page 16 Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the following URL for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/...

  • Page 17: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a WT-7 wireless transmitter for compatible Nikon digital cameras. Please read this manual thoroughly and keep it where all those who use the product can read it. The following symbols and conventions are used throughout this...

  • Page 18: Parts Of The Wt-7

    Parts of the WT-7 Mounting screw.........5 Attachment wheel......5 Power connector cover ....7 Ethernet connector cover Battery-chamber cover ....4 USB connector cover Battery latch........4 USB connector........5 Power switch....11, 20, 59, 66 Ethernet connector Status LEDs....35, 38, 44, 81 POWER (green/yellow), LINK (green), ERROR (orange)
  • Page 19 The POWER LED When the WT-7 is on, the POWER LED glows green to indicate that the battery is fully charged or that an AC adapter is connected. At battery levels below 10%, it will flash to warn that the battery requires charging.

  • Page 20: Getting Ready

    Getting Ready Inserting the Battery The WT-7 takes one EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery. Insert the battery as described below. Open the battery-chamber cover. Unlatch the cover by sliding it as shown (q). Open the cover (w). Insert the battery. Using the battery to keep the battery...

  • Page 21: Connecting The Usb Cable

    Attaching the WT-7 After checking that the camera is off, align the WT-7 mounting screw with the camera tripod socket and tighten by rotating the attachment wheel in the direction shown by the LOCK arrow. Connecting the USB Cable Connect the WT-7 to the camera using the supplied USB cable.
  • Page 22 Stand-By Mode When the WT-7 is disconnected from the camera or the camera is turned off, the WT-7 will turn off automatically after the delay chosen for Network > Options > Auto power off delay in the setup menu (092), reducing the drain on the battery.
  • Page 23 Battery Level The level of the battery inserted in the WT-7 can be determined by connecting the WT-7 to the camera (05) and checking the battery level using the Options > Battery info in the Network menu (091). Using an AC Adapter...

  • Page 24: Supported Network Functions

    Supported Network Functions The WT-7 wireless transmitter connects the camera to Ethernet and wireless networks. Photographs on the camera can then be transmitted to a computer or ftp server and the camera controlled remotely from a computer. The WT-7 supports the following...
  • Page 25 To prevent the camera or WT-7 powering off unexpectedly during setup or data transfer, use fully-charged batteries or optional AC adapters designated for use with the camera or WT-7. For more on camera power sources, see the camera manual. FTP Servers...

  • Page 26: Transfer, Control, And Http

    Camera control HTTP server Install the Wireless Transmitter Utility (06) Step 1: Connect the camera, WT-7, and computer (011) Step 2: Configure the hardware for Ethernet connections (012) Step 3: Run the connection wizard (013) Step 4: Pair the camera and computer (016)

  • Page 27: Step 1: Connecting The Equipment

    Connect the Ethernet cable as shown below. Do not use force or insert the connectors at an angle. Turn the camera on. Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on. Press the power switch for about a Power switch second to turn the WT-7 on. Transfer, Control, and HTTP...

  • Page 28: Step 2: Configuring The Hardware For Ethernet Connections

    Step 2: Configuring the Hardware for Ethernet Connections Configure the WT-7 for use with Ethernet networks. Select Choose hardware. In the setup menu, select Network, then highlight Choose hardware and press 2. The menu offers a choice of Wired LAN and Wireless LAN.

  • Page 29: Step 3: The Connection Wizard

    Step 3: The Connection Wizard Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. Display network profiles. In the network menu, highlight Network settings and press 2 to display the profiles list and other network settings. Select Create profile. Highlight Create profile and press 2. Note that if the list already contains nine profiles, you will need to delete an existing profile using the O (Q) button...
  • Page 30 Name the new network profile. A default profile name will be displayed; to edit or change the name as described in the camera manual, press the center of the multi selector (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter Profile name characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard).
  • Page 31 Choose your next step. The IP address will be displayed; press J. Your next step depends on the connection type selected in Step 4 on page 13: If you chose Image transfer or Camera If you chose HTTP server, proceed to Step 8. control, proceed to page 16.

  • Page 32: Step 4: Pairing

    Pairing allows the computer to connect to the camera. Connect the camera to the computer via USB. Disconnect the USB cable from the WT-7 and connect it to the computer. Start the Wireless Transmitter Utility. When prompted, start the copy of the Wireless Transmitter Utility installed on the computer.
  • Page 33 Disconnect the camera. The message at right will be displayed when pairing is complete. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and reconnect it to the WT-7. Exit the wizard. Highlight one of the following options and press J. • Connect and exit wizard: Save the new network profile and connect to the server.

  • Page 34: Wireless Connections

    Image transfer Camera control HTTP server Install the Wireless Transmitter Utility Step 1: Ready the camera and WT-7 (020) Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless (021) Step 3: Run the connection wizard (022) Step 4: Adjust network settings (029) Adjust settings for the chosen connection type...
  • Page 35 Infrastructure and Access Point Modes Connections to wireless networks may be in infrastructure or access point mode. Infrastructure mode: Connection via a wireless LAN access point. WT-7 Wireless LAN access point Computer or smart device Access point mode: The camera serves as an access point for direct connection to a computer or smart device.

  • Page 36: Step 1: Readying The Equipment

    This step can be omitted in camera control mode (08). Attach the WT-7 (05). Turn the camera on. Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on. Press the power switch for about a Power switch second to turn the WT-7 on. Transfer, Control, and HTTP...

  • Page 37: Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless

    Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless Ready the camera for connection to a wireless network. Select Choose hardware. In the setup menu, select Network, then highlight Choose hardware and press 2. The menu offers a choice of Wired LAN and Wireless LAN. Select Wireless LAN.

  • Page 38: Step 3: The Connection Wizard

    Step 3: The Connection Wizard Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. Display network profiles. In the network menu, highlight Network settings and press 2 to display the profiles list and other network settings. Select Create profile. Highlight Create profile and press 2. Note that if the list already contains nine profiles, you will need to delete an existing profile using the O (Q) button...
  • Page 39 Name the new network profile. A default profile name will be displayed; to edit or change the name as described in the camera manual, press the center of the multi selector (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter Profile name characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard).
  • Page 40 ❚❚ Search for Wireless Network Select Search for wireless network in Step 6 on page 23 to choose from a list of the networks (wireless LAN access points) detected by the camera. Choose a network. Highlight a network SSID and press J (if the desired network is not displayed, press X to search again).
  • Page 41 Enter the encryption key. Press the center of the multi selector and enter the encryption key as described in the camera manual (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard). Press J when entry is complete.
  • Page 42 ❚❚ Push-Button WPS Choose Push-button WPS in Step 6 on page 23 if the wireless LAN access point uses push-button WPS. Press the WPS button on the wireless LAN access point. For more information, see the documentation provided with the wireless LAN access point. Press J button on the camera.
  • Page 43 ❚❚ PIN-Entry WPS Choose PIN-entry WPS in Step 6 on page 23 if the wireless LAN access point uses PIN-entry WPS. Enter the PIN for the wireless LAN access point. From a computer, enter the PIN for the wireless LAN access point.
  • Page 44 ❚❚ Direct (Access Point) Selecting Direct (access point) in Step 6 on page 23 enables access point mode, in which the camera serves as a wireless access point. The camera SSID and encryption key will be displayed in the monitor. On the computer or smart device, enter the SSID and encryption key displayed in the camera monitor.

  • Page 45: Step 4: Network Settings

    MAC Address Filtering If the network uses MAC address filtering, the filter must be supplied with the MAC address of the WT-7. After attaching the WT-7 to the camera, choose Network > Options > MAC address from the camera setup menu and note the MAC address.
  • Page 46 J. If Image transfer or Camera control is selected, proceed to Step 3; otherwise, proceed to Step 5. Connect the camera to the computer. Disconnect the USB cable from the WT-7 and connect it to the computer. Transfer, Control, and HTTP...
  • Page 47 Disconnect the camera. The message at right will be displayed when pairing is complete. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and reconnect it to the WT-7. Exit the wizard. Highlight one of the following options and press J. • Connect and exit wizard: Save the new network profile and connect to the network.

  • Page 48: Image Transfer

    Image Transfer Image transfer is used to upload photographs and movies to the computer from a camera memory card. The explanation that follows assumes that existing pictures are used. Display network profiles. In the setup menu, select Network > Network settings to display the profiles list.
  • Page 49 Upload pictures. Press J and the center of the multi selector. A white transfer icon will appear on the picture and upload will begin immediately. The transfer icon turns green during upload, and turns blue when upload is complete. Additional pictures will be uploaded in the order selected.
  • Page 50 Turning the Camera Off “Send” marking will be saved if the camera or WT-7 is turned off while transmission is in progress. Transmission of images marked with a “send” icon will resume when the camera or WT-7 is turned on.

  • Page 51: Transfer Status

    Network Status The status of the link between the host and the WT-7 is shown by the status LEDs and by the display in the top level of the network menu. The Status LEDs The POWER LED lights when the WT-7 is on.
  • Page 52 (0105). images. Battery level: The Signal strength: Wireless signal charge state of the strength. Ethernet connections are shown by d. battery in the WT-7. Transfer, Control, and HTTP...

  • Page 53: Camera Control

    Camera Control Select this option to control the camera from a computer running Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately) and save photographs directly to the computer hard disk instead of the camera memory card (movies will still be saved to the camera memory card; insert a memory card before shooting movies).
  • Page 54 Operations may take longer on wireless networks. If the signal is disrupted while pictures are being transferred to Camera Control Pro 2, the LED on the WT-7 will flash orange; turn the camera off and then on again. Transfer will resume when the connection is re-established. Note that transfer can not be resumed if you turn the camera off again before transfer is complete.
  • Page 55 Any errors that occur during transfer are also displayed here (0105). Battery level: The charge state of the Signal strength: Wireless signal strength. battery in the WT-7. Ethernet connections are shown by d. Transfer, Control, and HTTP...

  • Page 56: Http Server

    HTTP Server Select HTTP server to view the pictures on the camera memory card or take photographs from the web browser on a computer or smart device (see page 45 for system requirements). Up to five users can access the camera at one time, although only one can take photographs or edit text.
  • Page 57 Enter the camera URL. Enter the camera URL (“http://” followed by the camera IP address, as shown in the network menu) in the browser window address field. Transfer, Control, and HTTP...
  • Page 58 Log in. Enter your user name and password in the web browser login dialog (the user name and password are set using Network settings > Options > HTTP user settings in the network menu as described on page 91). Transfer, Control, and HTTP...
  • Page 59 Choose a language. Click Language. Choose an operating mode. Choose Shooting/Viewer to take pictures (046, 53) and Shooting/Viewer or Viewer to view existing pictures (048, 55). To use the computer or smart device web browser to edit image comments and copyright and IPTC information stored on the camera, select Edit text (0 50, 57).
  • Page 60 Network Status The status of the link between the host and the WT-7 is shown by the status LEDs and by the display in the top level of the network menu. The Status LEDs The POWER LED lights when the WT-7 is on.
  • Page 61 HTTP Server System Requirements Operation has been confirmed with the following systems: Windows Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7 • Windows 10: Microsoft Edge • Windows 8.1: Internet Explorer 11 Browser • Windows 7: Internet Explorer 10 • Resolution: 1,024 × 768 pixels (XGA) or more; 1,280 × 1,024 Monitor pixels (SXGA) or more recommended •...

  • Page 62: Computer And Android Web Browsers

    Computer and Android Web Browsers This section describes the http server displays for computer and Android web browsers (note that the display varies with the model of camera). Click or tap to adjust camera settings. For information on the displays for iPhones, see page 53. The Shooting Window The following controls can be accessed by selecting Shooting/ Viewer on the server home page.
  • Page 63 Contains the exposure indicator and shows the battery Display panel level and number of exposures remaining. Click or tap icons to adjust settings for photography or Camera settings movie recording. See the camera manual for details. Take a photograph or start and end movie recording. To focus, click or tap the desired subject in the viewfinder Shutter button area.
  • Page 64 The Viewer Window The viewer window can be accessed by selecting Viewer on the server home page or clicking or tapping the view button in the shooting window. The viewer window offers a choice of thumbnail, film-strip (049), and full-frame views (049). ❚❚...
  • Page 65 ❚❚ Film-Strip View Choose the picture displayed from the thumbnails at the bottom of the window. Current picture (click or tap H or F to view additional pictures) Copy current picture to computer or smart device Thumbnails (click or tap to select) ❚❚...
  • Page 66 ❚❚ The Text Edit Window The text edit window, which is used to edit image comments and copyright and IPTC information stored on the camera, can be accessed by selecting Edit text on the server home page. Home button (0 43) Save button Logout button Image comment (0 51)
  • Page 67 Attach copyright information is not selected and that the Artist and Copyright fields are blank before lending or transferring the camera to another person. Nikon does not accept liability for any damages or disputes arising from the use of the Copyright information option.
  • Page 68 IPTC Information Embed IPTC presets in photographs as they are taken. The following options are available: • Auto embed during shooting: Selecting this tab displays a list of IPTC presets; highlight a preset and press the save button to embed the selected preset in all subsequent photographs.

  • Page 69: Iphone Web Browsers

    iPhone Web Browsers This section describes the http server displays for iPhone web browsers (note that the display varies with the model of camera). Tap to adjust camera settings. For information on computer, Android, or iPad displays, see page 46. The Shooting Window The following controls can be accessed by selecting Shooting/ Viewer on the server home page.
  • Page 70 Enabling Live View on the Camera When the view through the camera lens is displayed in the viewfinder area, pressing the camera a button will display the view through the lens in the camera monitor. Press the button again to end live view on the camera.
  • Page 71 The Viewer Window The viewer window can be accessed by selecting Viewer on the server home page or tapping the view button in the shooting window. The viewer window for iPhone web browsers offers a choice of thumbnail and full-frame views (056). ❚❚...
  • Page 72 ❚❚ Full-Frame View View pictures full frame. Current picture (tap to return to thumbnail view) Show previous Show next image image Thumbnail view View most recent picture in folder Transfer, Control, and HTTP...
  • Page 73 ❚❚ The Text Edit Window The text edit window, which is used to edit image comments and copyright and IPTC information stored on the camera, can be accessed by selecting Edit text on the server home page. Home button (0 43) Save button Logout button Image comment (0 51)

  • Page 74: Ethernet Connections

    To prevent the camera or WT-7 powering off unexpectedly during setup or data transfer, use fully-charged batteries or optional AC adapters designated for use with the camera or WT-7. For more on camera power sources, see the camera manual. FTP Servers...

  • Page 75: Step 1: Connecting The Hardware

    Connect the camera to the ftp server as shown below. Do not use force or insert the connectors at an angle. Turn the camera on. Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on. Press the power switch for about a Power switch second to turn the WT-7 on.

  • Page 76: Step 2: Configuring The Hardware For Ethernet Connections

    Step 2: Configuring the Hardware for Ethernet Connections Configure the WT-7 for use with Ethernet networks. Select Choose hardware. In the setup menu, select Network, then highlight Choose hardware and press 2. The menu offers a choice of Wired LAN and Wireless LAN.

  • Page 77: Step 3: The Connection Wizard

    Step 3: The Connection Wizard Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. Display network profiles. In the network menu, highlight Network settings and press 2 to display the profiles list and other network settings. Select Create profile. Highlight Create profile and press 2. Note that if the list already contains nine profiles, you will need to delete an existing profile using the O (Q) button...
  • Page 78 Name the new network profile. A default profile name will be displayed; to edit or change the name as described in the camera manual, press the center of the multi selector (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter Profile name characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard).
  • Page 79 Enter the IP address. Press the center of the multi selector and enter the server URL or IP address as described in the camera manual (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard).
  • Page 80 Choose a destination folder. Highlight one of the following options and press J. • Home folder: Select this option to upload pictures to the server’s home folder. • Enter folder name: Select this option to upload pictures to another folder (the folder must already exist on the server).

  • Page 81: Wireless Connections

    Wireless Connections Follow the steps below to connect to a wireless network. FTP upload Step 1: Ready the camera and WT-7 (066) Step 2: Configure the hardware for wireless networks (067) Step 3: Run the connection wizard (068) Step 4: Adjust network settings (075)

  • Page 82: Step 1: Connecting The Equipment

    Attach the WT-7 (05). Turn the camera on. Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on. Press the power switch for about a Power switch second to turn on the WT-7.

  • Page 83: Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless

    Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless Ready the camera for connection to a wireless network. Select Choose hardware. In the setup menu, select Network, then highlight Choose hardware and press 2. The menu offers a choice of Wired LAN and Wireless LAN. Select Wireless LAN.

  • Page 84: Step 3: The Connection Wizard

    Step 3: The Connection Wizard Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. Display network profiles. In the network menu, highlight Network settings and press 2 to display the profiles list and other network settings. Select Create profile. Highlight Create profile and press 2. Note that if the list already contains nine profiles, you will need to delete an existing profile using the O (Q) button before proceeding.
  • Page 85 Name the new network profile. A default profile name will be displayed; to edit or change the name as described in the camera manual, press the center of the multi selector (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter Profile name characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard).
  • Page 86 ❚❚ Search for Wireless Network Select Search for wireless network in Step 6 on page 69 to choose from a list of the networks (wireless LAN access points) detected by the camera. Choose a network. Highlight a network SSID and press J (if the desired network is not displayed, press X to search again).
  • Page 87 Enter the encryption key. Press the center of the multi selector and enter the encryption key as described in the camera manual (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard). Press J when entry is complete.
  • Page 88 ❚❚ Push-Button WPS Choose Push-button WPS in Step 6 on page 69 if the wireless LAN access point uses push-button WPS. Press the WPS button on the wireless LAN access point. For more information, see the documentation provided with the wireless LAN access point. Press J button on the camera.
  • Page 89 ❚❚ PIN-Entry WPS Choose PIN-entry WPS in Step 6 on page 69 if the wireless LAN access point uses PIN-entry WPS. Enter the PIN for the wireless LAN access point. From a computer, enter the PIN for the wireless LAN access point.
  • Page 90 ❚❚ Direct (Access Point) Selecting Direct (access point) in Step 6 on page 69 enables access point mode, in which the camera serves as a wireless access point. The camera SSID and encryption key will be displayed in the monitor. On the computer or smart device, enter the SSID and encryption key displayed in the camera monitor (for more information, see the documentation provided with the computer or smart device).

  • Page 91: Step 4: Network Settings

    Step 4: Network Settings Follow the steps below to connect to the ftp server. Skip Step 1 if you selected Direct (access point) in Step 6 on page 69. Obtain or select an IP address. Highlight one of the following options and press J.
  • Page 92 MAC Address Filtering If the network uses MAC address filtering, the filter must be supplied with the MAC address of the WT-7. After attaching the WT-7 to the camera, choose Network > Options > MAC address from the camera setup menu and note the MAC address.
  • Page 93 Choose a destination folder. Highlight one of the following options and press J. • Home folder: Select this option to upload pictures to the server’s home folder. • Enter folder name: Select this option to upload pictures to another of the folders existing on the server.

  • Page 94: Ftp Upload

    FTP Upload Photos and movies can be uploaded from camera memory cards to an ftp server as described below, or photos can be uploaded as they are taken. For information on setting up an ftp server, see page 95. Display network profiles. In the setup menu, select Network >...

  • Page 95: View Pictures

    View pictures. Press the K button to view pictures. Display the first picture to be sent full frame or highlight it in the thumbnail list. Upload pictures. Press J and the center of the multi selector. A white transfer icon will appear on the picture and upload will begin immediately.
  • Page 96 Turning the Camera Off “Send” marking will be saved if the camera or WT-7 is turned off while transmission is in progress. Transmission of images marked with a “send” icon will resume when the camera or WT-7 is turned on.
  • Page 97 Network Status The status of the link between the host and the WT-7 is shown by the status LEDs and by the display in the top level of the network menu. The Status LEDs The POWER LED lights when the WT-7 is on.
  • Page 98 Any errors that occur send the remaining during transfer are also displayed here (0105). images. Battery level: The Signal strength: Wireless signal charge state of the strength. Ethernet connections are shown by d. battery in the WT-7.

  • Page 99: Menu Guide

    Menu Guide This section describes the settings available for the Network option in the camera setup menu when the WT-7 is connected. Choose Hardware Choose the hardware used to connect to the network: Ethernet (Wired LAN) or wireless LAN (Wireless LAN).

  • Page 100: Network Settings

    Network Settings Highlight Network settings and press 2 to display the network profiles list, where you can create new profiles or select an existing profile. The Profile List The camera can store up to nine network profiles. Highlight a profile and press 2 to connect to the highlighted host computer or ftp server, or press O (Q) to delete the highlighted profile (085).

  • Page 101: Copy To/From Card

    Copy to/from Card This option is available only with ftp and http server connections. Select Copy profile from card to copy profiles from the root directory of the memory card to the profile list. Selecting Copy profile to card displays the camera profile list; highlight a profile and press J to copy the profile to the card (password-protected profiles can not be copied;...

  • Page 102: Editing Network Profiles

    Editing Network Profiles To edit network profiles, highlight the profile in the profile list, press W (M), and choose from the following options: Edit the profile name and password. General Edit wireless settings (wireless connections only; Wireless 087). TCP/IP Edit TCP/IP settings (088). Edit ftp settings (088).
  • Page 103 ❚❚ Wireless Edit the following wireless settings: • SSID (required): Enter the name (SSID) of the network on which the host computer or ftp server is located. • Communication mode: Select Infrastructure for wireless communication via a wireless network access point, Access point to use the camera as an access point to connect to the ftp server or computer instead of connecting via a wireless network access point.
  • Page 104 ❚❚ TCP/IP If the network is configured to supply IP addresses automatically, select Enable for Obtain automatically. Otherwise select Disable and enter the following information: • Address/Mask: Enter an IP address and subnet mask. • Gateway: If the network requires a gateway address, select Enable and enter the address supplied by the network administrator.

  • Page 105: Options

    Options Edit the following settings. Auto Send If On is selected for image transfer or ftp server connections, photos will automatically be uploaded to the computer or ftp server as they are taken (note, however, that photos can only be taken when a memory card is inserted in the camera).

  • Page 106: Overwrite If Same Name

    Overwrite If Same Name Choose Yes to overwrite files with duplicate names during upload to an ftp server, No to add numbers to the names of newly uploaded files as necessary to prevent existing files being overwritten. Protect If Marked for Upload Select Yes to automatically protect files marked for upload to an ftp server.

  • Page 107: Deselect All

    Battery Info Display information for the battery inserted in the WT-7. The five-level Battery age display shows the battery age: 0 indicates that battery performance is unimpaired, 4 that the battery has reached the end of its charging life and requires replacement.

  • Page 108: Auto Power Off Delay

    Auto Power off Delay Choose how long the WT-7 remains on once the camera has turned off or the USB connection to the camera is terminated. MAC Address Display the MAC address of the hardware selected for Choose hardware (083).

  • Page 109: Appendices

    Appendices Creating Profiles on a Computer The Wireless Transmitter Utility (06) can be used to create network profiles. Connect the camera. Start the computer and connect the camera using the supplied USB cable. Turn the camera on. Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on.
  • Page 110 Start the Wireless Transmitter Utility. Double-click the Wireless Transmitter Utility icon on the desktop (Windows) or click the Wireless Transmitter Utility icon in the Dock (Mac). Create a profile. Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile. Appendices...

  • Page 111: Creating An Ftp Server

    Creating an FTP Server Images can be uploaded to ftp servers created using the standard ftp services included with Windows 10 (Enterprise/Pro/Home), Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 (Enterprise/Pro), and Windows 7 (Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate). Under Windows, Internet Information Services (IIS) are required to configure ftp servers (installation instructions are available from Microsoft).
  • Page 112 Open the network properties dialog. If you are connecting via a wireless LAN adapter, right-click Wi-Fi (Windows 8.1) or Wireless Network Connection (Windows 7) and select Properties. If you are connecting via Ethernet, right-click Ethernet (Windows 8.1) or Local Area Connection (Windows 7) and select Properties.
  • Page 113 Enter an IP address and subnet mask. Enter an IP address and subnet mask for the ftp server and click OK. Appendices...
  • Page 114 Close the network properties dialog. Click Close. Open Administrative Tools. Click Control Panel > System and Security > Administrative Tools. Appendices...
  • Page 115 Open the IIS manager. Double-click Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager. Select Add FTP Site… Right-click the computer user name and select Add FTP Site… Appendices...
  • Page 116 Enter site information. Name the site and choose the path to the folder that will be used for ftp upload. Click Next to proceed. Anonymous Login To allow anonymous login, select a folder in the user’s public folder as the content directory. Appendices...
  • Page 117 Choose binding and SSL options. Select the IP address entered in Step 5, note the port number, select Start FTP site automatically, and check No SSL. Click Next to proceed. Appendices...
  • Page 118 Choose authentication options. Adjust settings as described below and click Finish. • Authentication: Basic • Allow access to: All users • Permissions: Read/Write Appendices...

  • Page 119: Manual Profile Creation

    AC adapters designated for use with the camera and WT-7. If you are connecting to an ftp server behind a firewall, you may also need to adjust firewall settings to create exceptions for the ftp ports used by the camera (ports 21, 22, and 32768 through 61000).

  • Page 120: Adjust Settings

    Select a connection type. Highlight FTP upload or HTTP server and press 2. Adjust settings. Adjust settings as described in “Editing Network Profiles” (086). Editing Profiles If the shutter-release button is pressed while menus are displayed, the monitor will turn off and any changes to the current profile will be lost. Choose a longer monitor off delay for Custom Setting in the camera menus.

  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Solution Page • Turn the WT-7 on. 11, 20, 59, 66 “POWER” LED does not • Confirm that the battery is 4, 91 light. inserted and fully charged. Network option not Confirm that the WT-7 is 11, 20, 59, 66 available.
  • Page 122 Memory card error Confirm that memory card is — displayed. properly inserted. Transfer interrupted Transfer will resume if WT-7 is before all photographs 11, 20, 59, 66 turned off and then on again. are sent. USB cable disconnected Reconnect the USB cable. Do not —...

  • Page 123: Specifications

    Standards IEEE802.11a: OFDM IEEE802.11g: OFDM Communications IEEE802.11b: DSSS protocols IEEE802.11n: OFDM IEEE802.11ac: OFDM WT-7: 5180–5320 MHz (36/40/44/48/52/56/60/64 ch) 5500–5700 MHz (100/104/108/112/116/120/124/ 128/132/136/140 ch) 2412–2472 MHz (1–13 ch) WT-7A: 5180–5320 MHz (36/40/44/48/52/56/60/ 64 ch) Operating frequency 5745–5825 MHz (149/153/157/161/165 ch) (MHz) 2412–2462 MHz (1–11 ch)
  • Page 124 • Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.
  • Page 125 The length of time batteries can be used and the number of shots that can be uploaded before recharging varies with the condition of the batteries, signal strength, and how camera and WT-7 are used. The following measurements were performed using a fully-charged EN-EL15 battery (1,900 mAh) at a temperature of 23 °C (73.4 °F) while...

  • Page 126: Index

    Index Symbols a: “Send” ..........35, 81 File names..........36, 82 b: “Sending” ........35, 81 Firewall............9 c: “Sent”..........35, 81 Firmware version........92 Folders ..........34, 64, 77 FTP server ........58, 95, 103 Access point ....23, 28, 65, 69, 74 FTP upload .......
  • Page 127 Pairing ............16 Password protection........86 PASV mode ..........88 PIN-entry WPS .......23, 27, 69, 73 Port number......9, 88, 101, 103 Power saving..........91 Profile name .....14, 23, 62, 69, 84, 86 Protect If marked for upload....90 Proxy server..........88 Push-button WPS ....23, 26, 69, 72 Routers..........
  • Page 128 Appendices...
  • Page 129 Appendices...

  • Page 130: Warranty Terms - Nikon Europe Service Warranty

    Warranty Terms - Nikon Europe Service Warranty Dear Nikon Customer, We thank you for your purchasing this Nikon product. Should your Nikon product require warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom it was purchased or a member of our authorized service network within the sales territory of Nikon Europe B.V.
  • Page 131 • any damage resulting from modifications or adjustments which may be made to the product, without the prior written consent of Nikon, in order to comply with local or national technical standards in force in any other country than the ones for which the product was originally designed and/or manufactured.
  • Page 132 WT-7 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. AMA16459 Printed in Europe SB4C03(11) 6MWA5811-03...

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