About Connections - Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GX8 Owner's Manual For Advanced Features

11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function

About Connections

If you have selected [New Connection], select a Wi-Fi function and destination first, and
then select a connection method.
If you have selected [Select a destination from History] or [Select a destination from
Favorite], you can connect with the same Wi-Fi connection settings as used previously.
This section describes connection methods.
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When connecting with the same settings as used previously, refer to P328.
When a screen similar to the one below is displayed, select a connection method.
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Example of operation for displaying a screen:
> [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Send Images
MENU
While Recording] > [Smartphone]
[Via Network]
[Direct]
Performing a direct connection is convenient for when you are in a place away from home
where wireless access points are not available or for when connecting temporarily to a
device you do not usually use.
Wireless access point
Connects via a wireless access point.
Your device connects directly to this unit.
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P325
P327