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Canon WFT-E4 Instruction Manual

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Wireless File Transmitter
WFT-E4
WFT-E4A
This product is offered in two versions, WFT-E4 and WFT-E4A. Each version operates on a
different number of wireless LAN channels. The WFT-E4 can transmit on 13 channels, and the
WFT-E4A, on 11 channels. This difference in the number of channels available is due to
varying radio regulations in areas of use.
In other respects, the WFT-E4 and WFT-E4A are identical. They are operated in the same
way. This instruction manual describes operation using the WFT-E4 as an example.
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  • Page 1 WFT-E4 WFT-E4A This product is offered in two versions, WFT-E4 and WFT-E4A. Each version operates on a different number of wireless LAN channels. The WFT-E4 can transmit on 13 channels, and the WFT-E4A, on 11 channels. This difference in the number of channels available is due to varying radio regulations in areas of use.
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E4 is an accessory for EOS 5D Mark II camera. It gives the camera wireless and wired LAN functionality and adds a USB port, enabling the following operations. The WFT-E4 is compatible with IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g wireless LANs as well as 100 Base-TX Ethernet wired LANs.

  • Page 3: Introduction 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 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Conventions Used in this Manual ...................... 3 Areas of Use and Restrictions ......................6 Safety Warnings..........................7 Nomenclature............................. 8 Attaching to the Camera ........................10 Vertical Shooting Controls ....................... 11 Installing and Removing the Battery ....................12 Using a Household Power Outlet..................... 14 Subsequent Organization of This Manual..................
  • Page 5 Contents Using GPS Devices Connecting GPS Devices ........................ 76 Troubleshooting Responding to Error Messages ....................... 80 Wireless LAN Notes......................... 93 Checking Network Settings......................94 Reference WFT Utility (Software)........................96 Creating and Registering Captions ....................98 Specifications........................... 99 Index .............................. 105...

  • Page 6: Areas Of Use And Restrictions

    Use the transmitter as a wireless or wired LAN device as described in this instruction manual. If you use the transmitter for any other purpose, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or damage that may occur.

  • Page 7: 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 8: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature Protective cover Positioning pin Battery compartment cover release lever Terminal cap holder * Turn the attachment knob to remove. AE lock/FE lock/ Index/Reduce button Attachment knob Tripod screw AF start button Positioning pin Terminal AF point selection/ Magnify button DC coupler Battery lock lever cord notch...
  • Page 9 Nomenclature LCD panel CF card loading indicator External media selection mark CF card selection mark External media connection indicator Wired LAN connection Wireless LAN connection Recording quality at [Rec. separately] setting Battery level indicator Accessories Transmitter Case External Media Case* Waterproof/Dustproof USB Cap* *1: This can hold portable hard disks and other devices up to 120 x 75 x 15 mm / 4.72 x 2.95 x 0.59 in.

  • Page 10: Attaching To The Camera

    Attaching to the Camera Load a charged battery into the camera. Before attaching the transmitter to the camera, set the camera’s power switch to <OFF>. The transmitter does not have a power switch. It is turned on and off in conjunction with the camera’s power switch. Before removing the transmitter, set the camera’s power switch to <OFF>.

  • Page 11: Vertical Shooting Controls

    Vertical Shooting Controls Setting the vertical-grip <ON/OFF> switch to <ON> enables the vertical-grip shutter button and other controls. These controls for shooting can still be used even when batteries are not loaded in the transmitter. Attaching the Hand Strap E1 The Hand Strap E1 (sold separately) is attached as shown in the figure.

  • Page 12: Installing And Removing The Battery

    Installing and Removing the Battery Use one Battery Pack LP-E6 to power the transmitter. When replacing the transmitter’s battery, be sure to first set the camera’s power switch to <OFF> before opening the transmitter’s battery compartment cover. In particular, if the transmitter’s battery compartment cover is opened without setting the camera’s power switch to <OFF>...

  • Page 13: Battery Check

    Installing and Removing the Battery Battery check The remaining battery power is displayed when the camera is turned on. Icon Level (%) Status 100 - 70 Sufficient battery level 69 - 50 Battery level exceeds 50% 49 - 20 Battery level below 50% 19 - 10 Battery level is low 9 - 1...

  • Page 14: Using A Household Power Outlet

    Using a Household Power Outlet When the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately) is used, a household power outlet can be used to power the camera without worrying about the battery level. Connect the DC coupler plug. Connect the DC coupler plug to the socket of the AC adapter.

  • Page 15: Subsequent Organization Of This Manual

    Subsequent Organization of This Manual In addition to wireless and wired LAN functions, the WFT-E4 can communicate with external media and GPS devices. For instructions on operations after you have attached the transmitter to the camera, click one of the following chapter titles to view the corresponding page.

  • Page 17: Basic Network Settings

    Basic Network Settings Complete the basic network settings by following transmitter connection instructions on the camera menu screen. Getting Ready 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 device (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 18: Displaying The Connection Wizard

    Displaying the Connection Wizard This section describes the process of following the connection instructions. If an error is displayed, refer to “Troubleshooting” in Chapter 8 (p.79) and check the settings. Pressing the shutter button or other camera controls during configuration by the connection instructions will close the connection instructions.

  • Page 19: 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 Choose this option to transfer captured images to an FTP server. Images can be automatically transferred as you shoot them, or you can select images for transfer later.

  • Page 20: Selecting The Lan Type

    Selecting the Communication Method and LAN Type Selecting the LAN Type 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.

  • Page 21: 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 devices in your area are listed, accompanied by information about them. Select the SSID (or ESS-ID) of your desired wireless LAN device.
  • Page 22 Using the Wizard to Establish a Connection Entering the Wireless LAN Encryption Key Next, enter the encryption key of the wireless LAN device. 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 device.

  • Page 23: Wps Connections (Pbc Mode)

    WPS Connections (PBC Mode) This is a connection mode when using a wireless LAN device 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 device by pressing the WPS button on the wireless LAN device.

  • Page 24: Wps Connections (Pin Mode)

    WPS Connections (PIN Mode) This is a connection mode when using a wireless LAN device 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 device to establish a connection. Even if there are multiple wireless LAN devices active in your area, this is a relatively reliable method of establishing a connection using a shared identification number.

  • Page 25: Configuring Network Settings

    Configuring Network Settings Turn the <5> dial to select how to configure 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 devices or routers supporting DHCP server functions.
  • Page 26 Before performing the operations from page 43, perform the operations below. If these operations are not performed, the WFT Pairing Software described on page 44 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.
  • Page 27 Configuring Network Settings Virtual Keyboard Operation The virtual keyboard is displayed during entry of the encryption key, server name, and other information. Switching to other input areas To switch between input areas, press the <A> button. Moving the cursor To move the cursor, turn the <5> dial. You can also move the cursor using <9>.

  • Page 29: Ftp Settings And Image Transfer

    FTP Settings and Image Transfer You can configure the FTP settings for automatic transfer of each image as you shoot or batch transfer after capture.

  • Page 30: Configuring Ftp Transfer Settings

    Configuring FTP Transfer Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. Turn the <5> dial to select [Address setting], and then press <0>. If you have set the DNS server setting to [Disable], the screen at left is displayed. Press <0> to select the input position, and then turn the <5>...
  • Page 31 Configuring FTP Transfer 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 have images saved in the root folder as specified in FTP server settings.

  • Page 32: 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 also continue shooting even while images are being transferred. Before shooting, be sure to insert a CF card in the camera or connect external media (p.63). If you shoot without recording images, they cannot be transferred.
  • Page 33 Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot Selecting Particular Sizes or Types of Images to Transfer In automatic transfer during shooting, you can choose which images to transfer if different sizes of images are recorded to the CF card and external media (p.69), or during RAW+JPEG shooting.

  • Page 34: Transferring Images Individually

    Transferring Images Individually Simply select an image and press <0> to transfer it. You can also add a caption before transferring images. You can also continue shooting even while images are being transferred. Transferring the Current Image In [WFT settings], select [Set up]. Select [Transfer with SET].
  • Page 35 Transferring Images Individually Adding a Caption Before Transfer You can add a registered caption to each image before transfer. This is effective if you want to inform the recipient the printing quantity, for example. The caption is also added to images stored on the camera.

  • Page 36: Batch Transfer

    Batch Transfer After shooting, you can select multiple images as desired and transfer them all at once. You can also transfer unsent images or images that could not be sent previously. If both a camera CF card and external media are used at the same time, images are transferred from the source specified on the menu [5] tab, in [Recording func.+media select] [Record/play].
  • Page 37 Batch Transfer Transfer the images. Select [Transfer]. Select [OK] on the confirmation screen displayed next. A transfer progress screen is displayed. During image transfer, the <LAN> lamp blinks. Menu Operation During Image Transfer You can use the menu even during image transfer. However, to prevent transfer problems, some menu items are unavailable during transfer, including [WFT settings], [Protect images], [Erase images], and [Format].
  • Page 38 Batch Transfer Batch Transfer of Images in a Folder In [WFT settings], select [Image sel./ transfer]. Select [Sel.n]. Select [Folder images not transfer’d]. To transfer images that could not previously be transferred, select [Folder images failed transf.]. Select a folder. Transfer the images.
  • Page 39 Batch Transfer Batch Transfer of Images on CF Cards In [WFT settings], select [Image sel./ transfer]. Select [All image]. Select [Card images not transferred]. To transfer images that could not previously be transferred, select [Card images failed transfer]. Transfer the images. Select [Transfer].

  • Page 40: 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 icon) Image selected for transfer Image could not be transferred Image transferred Checking the Transfer History of CF Cards On the [Image sel./transfer] screen, you can check the number of images for transfer as well as the transfer history of images in the CF card.

  • Page 41: Viewing Transferred Images

    Viewing Transferred Images Images transferred to the FTP server are stored in the following folder as specified in the FTP server settings. Windows Under the default settings of the FTP server, images are stored in [C drive] [Inetpub] folder [ftproot] folder, or in a subfolder of this folder. If the root folder of the transfer destination has been changed in the FTP server settings, ask the FTP server administrator where images are transferred.

  • Page 43: Ptp Settings And Remote Capture

    PTP Settings and Remote Capture You can use EOS Utility to shoot remotely over a wireless or wired LAN. In addition to remote capture, all camera operations in EOS Utility are supported because a wireless or wired network is used with this option instead of the USB cable.

  • Page 44: Configuring Ptp Transfer Settings

    Turn the <5> dial to select [OK]. When you press <0>, the following message is displayed. Here, ****** represents the last six digits of the MAC address of the WFT-E4 for the connection. Start the pairing software. Normally, it is installed in the same location as EOS Utility.
  • Page 45 Configuring PTP Transfer Settings Double-click the pairing software icon. Detected cameras are listed. Cameras that have already been connected are not included in the list. Click [Connect]. If multiple cameras are displayed, identify the camera to connect to by its [MAC address] or [IP address].
  • Page 46 Configuring PTP Transfer Settings There is no need to complete pairing again if you will continue using a particular camera, transmitter, and computer together after pairing without changing the settings. Before your next PTP session, simply turn on the camera to which the transmitter is attached and start the pairing software.

  • Page 47: Using Eos Utility

    Using EOS Utility For EOS Utility instructions, refer to the Software Instruction Manual (PDF). You can take full advantage of EOS Utility via the transmitter just as via a USB connection, without restrictions. 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 49: Http Settings And Remote Capture

    HTTP Settings and Remote Capture You can use a web browser to shoot remotely over a wireless or wired LAN. In addition, images on a CF card in the camera can be viewed and downloaded to a computer.

  • Page 50: Configuring Http Transfer Settings

    Configuring HTTP Transfer Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. Press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to select the set number, and then press <0>. Press <0> again. After the connection wizard is closed, the display reverts to the menu screen. The <LAN>...
  • Page 51 Configuring HTTP Transfer Settings Turn the <5> dial to select [HTTP 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 52: 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 53: Shooting Remotely

    Shooting Remotely Click [Capture]. The capture screen is displayed. Take the picture. Set the lens focus mode switch to <g> and adjust the focus. In the browser, click the release button of the simulated remote controller. The camera will shoot when the button is released.
  • Page 54 Shooting Remotely Download images to the computer. Click the image. The image is displayed at a larger size. Follow the web browser instructions to download the image to the computer. To return to the remote capture screen, click [Return]. Although RAW images and movie are not displayed at larger sizes, they can be downloaded to the computer the same way as JPEGs.

  • Page 55: Viewing Images

    Viewing Images Browse images on the camera’s CF card as follows. Click [Viewer]. The Viewer screen is displayed. Select the memory card. If the camera is connected to external media, the corresponding icon is also displayed. Click the [DCIM] folder and select the folder where images are stored.
  • Page 56 Viewing Images Download images to the computer. Click a thumbnail. The image is displayed at a larger size. Follow the web browser instructions to download the image to the computer. Click [Return] to return to the image viewing screen. Although RAW images and movie are not displayed at larger sizes, they can be downloaded to the computer the same way as JPEGs.

  • Page 57: Managing Settings Information

    Managing Settings Information...

  • Page 58: Checking Settings

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

  • Page 59: 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.
  • Page 60 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 61: Saving And Loading Settings

    Saving and Loading Settings Network settings can be saved on a CF card for use with other cameras. Saving Settings In [WFT settings], select [Set up]. Select [LAN settings]. Select the settings number. Here, select the settings number that identifies the LAN settings.
  • Page 62 Saving and Loading Settings Select [Save]. The settings are now saved as a file on the CF card. The file name is determined automatically by the camera: WFTNPF, followed by a number (01 to 99) and the extension NIF. You can rename the file as desired by selecting [Change file name].

  • Page 63: Using External Media

    Using External Media Commercially available external media, connected via USB, can be used the same way as a CF card. You can also backup images from a CF card onto external media. Note that external media must meet the following requirements. Use media conforming to the USB Mass Storage Class Specification.

  • Page 64: Connecting External Media

    Connecting External Media Before connecting external media to the transmitter, switch the camera’s power switch to <OFF>. Also turn off external media that has its own power supply. When connecting external media, be sure to use the USB cable provided with the camera. The transmitter USB port is not hot-pluggable.
  • Page 65 Connecting External Media Select [OK]. Camera operations such as shooting, menu display, or image playback are not possible until the connection is established. When the transmitter is connected to the external media, the transmitter’s <USB> lamp is lit in green and a message is displayed indicating that a connection has been established.

  • Page 66: Power Management

    Connecting External Media Unplugging External Media from the USB Port Before unplugging external media from the USB port, always select [Disconnect] as shown in step 5. Follow the instructions displayed to terminate the connection. The connection will not be terminated if you simply turn off the camera and external media. If you unplug external media while the connection is still active, plug the external media into the USB port again and follow the preceding steps to terminate the connection.

  • Page 67: Choosing Recording Media When Shooting

    Choosing Recording Media When Shooting Images can be recorded to external media connected via USB. This enables recording of images to external media without loading the CF card into the camera. You can also create your own DCIM folders for storing images in the external media. On the [5] tab, select [Recording func.+media select].
  • Page 68 Choosing Recording Media When Shooting Using [Create folder] Selecting [Create folder] enables the user to create a folder in the external media for storing the DCIM folder. This is useful for separating DCIM folders by shooting dates, for instance. Select [Create folder]. Check the folder name.

  • Page 69: Using Together With A Cf Card

    Using Together With a CF Card When using external media connected via USB and a CF card loaded in the camera at the same time, various types of image recordings can be made. Note that the settings made in [Record func.] below are disabled in the Full Auto and Creative Auto modes. On the [5] tab, select [Recording func.+media select].

  • Page 70: Backing Up On External Media

    Backing Up on External Media Images recorded on the CF card can be backed up to external media. On the [3] tab, select [External media backup]. Select the method of backup. Check the free space on the media. In [Quick backup] and [Backup], make sure that the available space on the external media is larger than the amount used on the CF card.
  • Page 71 Backing Up on External Media Quick Backup A simple method of backup is available. In [Quick backup], a folder with the current date is automatically created where the external media is opened (that is, root directory), and the DCIM folder containing the recorded images is stored inside this folder. Select [Quick backup].
  • Page 72 Backing Up on External Media Backup In [Backup], you can create a folder for backup in external media as desired, and save the DCIM folder where images are stored in the selected folder. You can also name this folder as desired.
  • Page 73 Backing Up on External Media Select [OK]. The backup process now begins. When the message indicating completion is displayed, select [OK]. Selecting Images for Backup Only the necessary images can be selected for backup to external media. Select [Backup selected images]. Select the images for backup.
  • Page 74 Backing Up on External Media Select [/], and then press the <7> button. Select [OK] in the displayed screen. Backup of the images will be started. The images are stored into the DCIM folder created where the external media is opened (that is, root directory).

  • Page 75: Using Gps Devices

    NMEA 0183 Ver. 2.0.1, as well as some devices that produce Garmin protocol data (as of August 2008). For a list of specific GPS devices supported, contact the Canon Service Center. For GPS device instructions, refer to the device’s instruction manual or contact the...

  • Page 76: Connecting Gps Devices

    Connecting GPS Devices Turn off the GPS device and camera before connecting them. When connecting GPS devices, be sure to use the USB cable provided with the camera. The transmitter USB port is not hot-pluggable. USB cables cannot be connected or disconnected at any time.
  • Page 77 Connecting GPS Devices Select [OK]. After selecting [OK], turn the GPS device on. It may take a few minutes to establish a connection with the GPS device. Camera operations such as shooting, menu display, or image playback are not possible until the connection is established. When the transmitter is connected to the GPS device, the transmitter’s <USB>...
  • Page 78 Connecting GPS Devices Unplugging GPS Devices from the USB Port Before unplugging GPS devices from the USB port, always select [Disconnect] as shown in step 5. Follow the instructions displayed to terminate the connection. The connection will not be terminated if you simply turn off the camera and GPS device. If you unplug GPS device while the connection is still active, plug the GPS device into the USB port again and follow the preceding steps to terminate the connection.

  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...

  • Page 80: Responding To Error Messages

    Responding to 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. The error details can also be checked on the [5] tab [WFT settings] [Error description].
  • Page 81 Responding to Error Messages 11: Connection target not found Is the pairing software running? Start the pairing software and follow the instructions to re-establish the connection. (p.44) Are the transmitter and wireless LAN device 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 82 Responding to Error Messages 22: No response from DNS server What to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, the DNS address setting is [Auto assign] or [Manual setting]. Does the error occur under these settings? If no DNS server is used, set the transmitter’s DNS address setting to [Disable]. (p.25) On the transmitter, does the DNS server’s IP address setting match the server’s actual address? Configure the IP address on the transmitter to match the actual DNS server address.
  • Page 83 Responding to 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 no proxy server is used, set the transmitter’s proxy server setting to [Disable]. (p.30) Do the transmitter’s [Address setting] and [Port No.] settings match those of the proxy server? Configure the transmitter’s proxy server address and port number to match those of the proxy...
  • Page 84 Responding to 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 85 Format the external media with a FAT16 or FAT32 file system using the computer. The GPS device is incompatible with the transmitter. Among GPS devices, we recommend devices for which operation has been verified by Canon. 33: USB device error There is a problem with the external media.
  • Page 86 Responding to 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.30) Are the transmitter and wireless LAN device configured with the same encryption key for authentication?
  • Page 87 Responding to 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.
  • Page 88 Responding to 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 logon name for accessing the FTP server. The setting is case-sensitive, so check upper- and lower-case characters.
  • Page 89 Responding to 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. Restart the FTP server and camera and send the images again. 61: Same SSID wireless LAN terminal not found Are any obstacles blocking the line of sight between the transmitter and the antenna of the wireless LAN device?
  • Page 90 Responding to Error Messages 63: Wireless LAN authentication failed Are the transmitter and wireless LAN device configured for the same authentication method? The transmitter supports these authentication methods: [Open system], [Shared key], [WPA-PSK], and [WPA2-PSK]. (p.21) When using an AirPort for communication in infrastructure mode, [Open system] is not supported.
  • Page 91 Responding to Error Messages 66: Incorrect wireless LAN encryption key Are the transmitter and wireless LAN device 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 device.
  • Page 92 Responding to Error Messages 81: Wired LAN connection lost Is the LAN cable securely connected? Reconnect the LAN cable between the transmitter and server. Because the cable may be severed, try using another cable to connect the devices. Is the hub or router on? Turn on the hub or router.

  • Page 93: 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 Device Installation and Antenna Position When using the transmitter indoors, install the wireless LAN device in the same room where you are shooting.

  • Page 94: Checking Network Settings

    Checking Network Settings Windows Click the Windows [Start] button [All Programs] [Accessories] [Command Prompt]. Type 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 25), change the rightmost numbers here.

  • Page 95: Reference

    Reference...

  • Page 96: Wft Utility (Software)

    WFT Utility (Software) You can configure the wireless or wired LAN settings by using the software provided with the camera, WFT Utility. This is convenient if you want to create a wireless or wired LAN settings file when the camera and transmitter are not nearby. WFT Utility also enables you to create captions for attachment to images before transfer via FTP.
  • Page 97 Setting the Wireless LAN Channel When setting the wireless LAN channel on the [Wireless LAN settings] tab, first select [WFT-E4] or [WFT-E4A]. The WFT-E4 supports 13 channels, and the WFT-E4A, 11 channels. Keep in mind that the WFT-E4A cannot be used on channels 12 and 13 as the [WFT-E4] can.

  • Page 98: Creating And Registering Captions

    Creating and Registering Captions Follow these steps to create captions and register them on the camera, as introduced in “Adding a Caption Before Transfer” (p.35). When creating and registering captions, use a computer on which EOS Utility is installed. Before you begin, attach the transmitter to the camera and use the USB cable provided with the camera to connect the camera to the computer.

  • Page 99: Specifications

    * With a large, high-performance antenna attached to the wireless LAN access point Transmission frequency: WFT-E4: 2,412 - 2,472 MHz (central frequency, 13 channels total) WFT-E4A: 2,412 - 2,462 MHz (central frequency, 11 channels total) Connection method: Infrastructure or ad hoc (IEEE 802.11b/g)

  • Page 100: Operating Environment

    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. 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.
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  • Page 104 FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. Canon U.S.A Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600 This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

  • Page 105: Index

    Index DNS address..........25 Power Supply and DNS server ..........30 Shooting Related Encryption ..........21 Encryption key .......... 22 AC adapter ..........14 EOS Utility........... 43, 47 Error message .......... 80 ESS-ID ............21 Battery ............12 Battery check..........13 FTP ..........
  • Page 106 Index Password..........51, 52 WPA-PSK ..........21 Port Number ........30, 51 WPS (PBC mode) ........23 Protect settings.......... 60 WPS (PIN mode) ........24 Proxy server ..........30 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) ....20 PTP ..........2, 19, 43 Functions When Connected via USB Remote capture......
  • Page 107 Index Selecting images for backup ..... 73 Separate recording quality ......69 Skip image and continue ......70 Storage............64 Troubleshooting......... 79 USB connection........63, 75...
  • Page 108 JAPAN 16-6, Kohnan 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8011, Japan This instruction manual is current as of September 2008. For information on using the transmitter with accessories introduced after this date, contact your nearest Canon Service Center. CT1-7795E-000 © CANON INC. 2008...

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