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  • Canon EOS 6D | Instruction Manual - Page 1
    EOS 6D (WG) Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual E INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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    images using a media player View images (3) Print images using a Wi-Fi printer Print images (Canon Image Gateway) (5) Send images to a Web service Save and share images (4) Operate the camera remotely using EOS Utility Remotely control the camera CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Web services are not supported
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    iMAGE GATEWAY, an online photo service for Canon users (free registration required), to share them with family and friends. (6) View images using a media player (p.131) Display images on the camera's memory card on your TV set, by using a media player supporting DLNA* via a wireless LAN. * Digital
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    you can... Transfer images between cameras • View images on the camera • Shoot remotely Setup l Print images using a Wi-Fi printer • Set up a Wi-Fi printer supporting PictBridge (DPS over IP) • Connect the camera and printer via wireless LAN D Operate the camera remotely using EOS Utility • Set
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    w Send images to a Web service • Set up a computer with EOS Utility installed and a wireless LAN access point that can access the Internet • Sign up as a CANON iMAGE GATEWAY member • Configure the camera for Web service access View images using a media player • Set up devices supporting DLNA and
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    corporate and product names and trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners. Note that Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or damage from erroneous wireless LAN settings for using the camera. In addition, Canon cannot be held liable for any other loss or
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    2 75 7 Printing Images Using a Wi-Fi Printer - 2 87 8 Remote Operation Using EOS Utility 93 9 Sending Images to a Web Service 103 10 Viewing Images Using a Media Player 131 11 Using Quick Control to Connect to a Wireless LAN 139 12 Managing Settings 145 13 Troubleshooting Guide 151 14
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    Flowchart 4 Conventions Used in This Manual 6 Chapters 7 1 Basic Settings for Wireless LAN Functions 11 Registering a Nickname 12 Basic Operation and Settings 15 2 Transferring Images Between Cameras 19 Selecting the Connection Destination 20 Sending Images 22 Reconnecting 26
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    Multiple Connection Settings 92 8 Remote Operation Using EOS Utility 93 Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings 94 Using EOS Utility 98 Reconnecting 99 Registering Multiple Connection Settings 100 9 Sending Images to a Web Service 103 Preparation 104 Checking the Type of
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    Contents Manual Connection by Searching Networks 115 Sending Images to a Web Service 120 Reconnecting 126 Registering Multiple Connection Settings 127 10 Viewing Images Using a Media Player 131 Configuring Media Player Communication Settings 132 Displaying Images on a TV set 133
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    Basic Settings for Wireless LAN Functions This chapter describes settings necessary for using the camera's wireless LAN functions. 11
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    is connected to another device via a wireless LAN, the nickname will be displayed on the device. Be sure to set a nickname for your camera. 1 Select [Wi-Fi]. Under the [53] tab, select [Wi-Fi], then press . 2 Select [Enable]. Press the key to select [Enable], then press . X [Wi-Fi function
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    Registering a Nickname 4 Enter a nickname. For instructions on entering characters, see "Virtual Keyboard Operation" on the next page. Up to 16 characters can be entered. 5 Finish. When you are finished, press the
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    Registering a Nickname Virtual Keyboard Operation Switching to other input areas To switch between top and bottom input areas, press the button. Moving the cursor To move the cursor, press the key in the top area. Entering text In the bottom input area, press the or key to select
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    the process. When [Wi-Fi] is set to [Enable], movie shooting is disabled. Even if the camera is connected to a computer, printer, GPS receiver, or other devices via an interface cable, they cannot be used (p.17). Auto Power Off Under the [52] tab, set [Auto power off] to [Disable] if necessary
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    Operation and Settings [Wi-Fi] Settings and Connection Status Settings and connection status for [Wi-Fi] under the [53] tab can be checked on the camera's LCD panel and LCD monitor. Wi-Fi function When [53: Wi-Fi] is set to [Disable] When [53: Wi-Fi] is set to [Enable] but
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    is disabled. Set it to [Disable] to connect the interface cable. When the camera is connected to a computer, printer, GPS receiver, or any other devices via an configure settings. Using an Eye-Fi card When [Wi-Fi] under the [53] tab is set to [Enable], image transfer using an Eye-Fi card is disabled
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    in 2012 or later. Note that the camera cannot be connected to Canon camcorders, even if they have built-in wireless LAN functions. The camera cannot be connected to Canon cameras without built-in wireless LAN functions, even if they support Eye-Fi cards. Still photos can be transferred only if their
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    on the target camera. When the screen on the left is displayed, start the connection on the target camera as well. For the operation procedure, refer to the instruction manual of the target camera. When a connection is established, the settings are automatically saved and the images on the card
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    screen even if GPS information is appended to the received image. Shooting locations can be viewed on a virtual map, using the Map Utility software. The connection settings are automatically saved/registered with the nickname of the camera to which a connection was established. Auto power off does
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    ]. Press the key to select [Send img shown], then press . X The transfer progress screen is displayed. To send another image, repeat steps 1 and 2. 3 Terminate connection. Press the button to display the confirmation screen. Press the key to select [OK], then press to terminate
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    send. Press the key to select the images to send, then press . X is displayed on the upper left of the image to send. Press the button and turn the dial to the left to select an image on the three-image display. To return to the single-image display, turn the dial to the right
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    will reappear. When sending large files, make sure that the battery is adequately charged so it does not run out during the process. If playback or shooting operation is started during the connection, the connection will be terminated. RAW images cannot be sent. You can send up to 50 files. 24
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    the key to select [Send], then press to send the images. Only images larger than the selected image size are resized. Movies cannot be resized. [Resize:S2] and [Resize:S3] are enabled only for still photos taken by the EOS 6D (WG). Images taken by other cameras are sent without resizing. 25
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    [Connect] and press . On the confirmation screen, select [OK]. Perform the reconnection procedure on the target camera as well. X The images on the card are displayed and the images to send can be selected. When settings for multiple connection destinations are registered, select [Choose set
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    ]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [z]. Select [z] (Transfer imgs between cameras) and press . 3 Select [Choose set.]. Select [Choose set.] and press . 4 Select [Unspecified]. Select [Unspecified] and press . X The connection settings
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    [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [z]. Select [z] (Transfer imgs between cameras) and press . 3 Select [Review/change settings]. Select [Review/change settings] and press . 4 Select [Change settings name]. Select [Change settings name] and press . 28
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    Changing Setting Names 5 Change the setting name. Change the name of the setting using the virtual keyboard (p.14). Up to 30 characters can be entered. When you are finished, press the button. Select [OK] on the confirmation screen and
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    Connecting to a Smartphone - 1 Connecting the camera to a smartphone lets you use the smartphone to view, manage, and receive images stored in the camera. You can also use the smartphone to perform remote shooting. 31
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    2012). For updated information on supported operating systems, refer to the download site of EOS Remote software. • iOS: Version 5.0 to 5.1 • Android: Version 2.3.3 to 4.0 EOS Remote Installation Required To communicate with a smartphone, the camera needs to be connected to the smartphone using the
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    is required. For details, refer to the smartphone instruction manual. 1 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [q]. Select [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press . 3 Select [Camera access point mode]. Press the key to select
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    Wi-Fi settings are completed, start EOS Remote on the smartphone. 7 Select [Camera Connection] on the smartphone. Select [Camera Connection] on EOS Remote. 8 Select the target camera on the smartphone. Select the camera to connect to from the [Detected Cameras] on EOS Remote. X Pairing starts. 34
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    Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection 9 Connect to the camera. When pairing is completed, the screen on the left is displayed. Press the key to select [OK], then press . To limit viewable images, press the A character other than in ASCII format is displayed as 8.
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    Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection When [Manual connection] Is Selected Set [SSID], [Channel setting], and [Encryption settings] on each screen displayed. 1 Enter an SSID. Enter any character using the virtual keyboard (p.14). When you are finished, press the button. 2
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    can be performed on images stored in the camera. [Remote Shooting] The camera's Live View image can be viewed using a smartphone. Camera settings can be changed. You can shoot using the release operation. (Settings button) Use this button to access various settings for EOS Remote. When viewable
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    to select [OK], then press to terminate the connection. Images are saved in S2 size JPEG format on smartphones. RAW images are also saved as S2 size JPEG images. Although movies are included in the list, they cannot be saved. If the camera's auto power off is activated during the wireless LAN
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    [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press . 3 Establish a connection. Select [Connect] and press . On the confirmation screen, select [OK]. X The camera will reconnect to the smartphone. When settings for multiple connection destinations are registered, select [Choose set.], select the connection
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    Images You can specify images viewable from a smartphone by operating the camera. 1 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [q]. Select [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press . 3 Select [Review/change settings]. Select [Review
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    the dial to specify the number of days, and press to confirm the selection. Select [OK] and press to specify the viewable images. [Select by rating] Specify viewable images depending on whether a rating has been added (or not added) or by the type of rating. Press the key to select
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    Viewable Images [Select range] First image Last image Select the first and last images from images arranged by the file number to specify the viewable images. 1 Press the key to select the first image of the file. 2 Press to display the image selection screen. Select an image using the
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    Registering Multiple Connection Settings You can register up to three connection settings for smartphones. 1 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [q]. Select [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press . 3 Select [Choose set.].
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    wireless LAN. PictBridge is a standard for easily printing images by directly connecting digital cameras to printers and other devices supporting the standard. A standard called DPS over IP has been established for using PictBridge in network environments. This camera conforms with the standard. 45
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    Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection The camera and a printer can be directly connected via a wireless LAN. Because the camera acts as an access point, no other access point is necessary, so you can print images easily no matter where you are. To print images via a Wi-Fi access
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    menu of the printer to be used, select the SSID (network name) displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. For the password, enter the encryption key displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. For the printer operation procedure, refer to the printer's instruction manual. 6 Select the printer to connect to
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    Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection 7 Perform further settings. To finish settings in this stage, press the key to select [OK], then press to go
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    Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection When [Manual connection] Is Selected Set [SSID], [Channel setting], and [Encryption settings] on each screen displayed. 1 Enter an SSID. Enter any character using the virtual keyboard (p.14). When you are finished, press the button. 2
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    that the printer is connected. For further operations, refer to "Printing Images" in the Camera Instruction Manual. You can also perform what is described in "Direct Printing of PrintOrdered Images" in the Camera Instruction Manual. Terminating the Connection 1 Select [Exit]. If the screen on the
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    from Wi-Fi printer) and press . 3 Establish a connection. Select [Connect] and press . On the confirmation screen, select [OK]. X The camera will reconnect to the printer. When settings for multiple connection destinations are registered, select [Choose set.], select the connection destination
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    Registering Multiple Connection Settings You can register up to three connection settings for printers. 1 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [l]. Select [l] (Print from Wi-Fi printer) and press . 3 Select [Choose set.].
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    MEMO 53
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    access to the following functions: • Connecting to a smartphone • Printing images using a Wi-Fi printer • Remote operation using EOS Utility • Sending images to a Web service* • Viewing images using a media player * To send images to a Web service, skip the explanation in this chapter and see page
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    ) • p.62: Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode) When WPS is not supported • p.67: Manual Connection by Searching Networks If you do not know if the access point you use is WPS-compatible, refer to the access point instruction manual or other documents. When connecting to a network that has a network
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    Easy Connection via WPS (PBC Mode) This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In pushbutton connection mode (PBC mode), the camera and the access point can be connected simply by pressing the WPS button for the access point. Note that
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    access point's WPS button. For details about where the button is located and how long to press it, refer to the access point's instruction manual. Select [OK] and press to establish a connection with the access point. X When a connection with the access point is established, the [IP address set
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    the settings available in [Manual setting] automatically. However, this option can only be used in environments using DHCP servers or access points [Manual setting]. [Manual setting] If [Auto setting] results in an error, enter the IP address manually. Enter the IP address assigned to the camera
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    method of each device and service that the camera is connected to. Read the page that introduces the selected communication method. Connecting to a Smartphone: Chapter 6 (p.75) Printing Images Using a Wi-Fi Printer: Chapter 7 (p.87) Remote Operation Using EOS Utility: Chapter 8 (p.93) 60
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    the camera remotely using EOS Utility, perform the operations as follows before performing the operations described on page 94 and after. If these operations are not performed, the Pairing Software described on page 95 may not start. Open the [C Drive] 9 [Program Files] 9 [Canon] 9 [EOS Utility
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    Connection via WPS (PIN Mode) This is a connection mode available when using an access point 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 at the access point to establish a connection. Even if
  • Canon EOS 6D | Instruction Manual - Page 63
    PIN code at the access point. At the access point, specify the 8-digit PIN code displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. For instructions on setting PIN codes at the access point, refer to the access point's instruction manual. After the PIN code is specified, select [OK] and press . 6 Connect to
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    the settings available in [Manual setting] automatically. However, this option can only be used in environments using DHCP servers or access points [Manual setting]. [Manual setting] If [Auto setting] results in an error, enter the IP address manually. Enter the IP address assigned to the camera
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    method of each device and service that the camera is connected to. Read the page that introduces the selected communication method. Connecting to a Smartphone: Chapter 6 (p.75) Printing Images Using a Wi-Fi Printer: Chapter 7 (p.87) Remote Operation Using EOS Utility: Chapter 8 (p.93) 65
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    the camera remotely using EOS Utility, perform the operations as follows before performing the operations described on page 94 and after. If these operations are not performed, the Pairing Software described on page 95 may not start. Open the [C Drive] 9 [Program Files] 9 [Canon] 9 [EOS Utility
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    Manual Connection by Searching Networks Selecting the Wireless Network When [Find network] is selected, a list of active access points nearby is displayed, accompanied by information about
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    the access point is encrypted (3) First nine characters of the SSID (4) Channel used Access point encryption This camera supports the following options for [Authentication] and [Encryption settings]. Therefore, the encryption used by the access point should be one of the following. [Authentication
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    details on the specified encryption key, refer to the access point's instruction manual. Note that the screens displayed in steps 1 to 3 below vary the key to select the format and the number of characters used for the key, then press . Select [OK] and press to go to the next
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    the settings available in [Manual setting] automatically. However, this option can only be used in environments using DHCP servers or access points Manual setting]. [Manual setting] If [Auto setting] results in an error, enter the IP address manually. Enter the IP address assigned to the camera
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    method of each device and service that the camera is connected to. Read the page that introduces the selected communication method. Connecting to a Smartphone: Chapter 6 (p.75) Printing Images Using a Wi-Fi Printer: Chapter 7 (p.87) Remote Operation Using EOS Utility: Chapter 8 (p.93) 71
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    the camera remotely using EOS Utility, perform the operations as follows before performing the operations described on page 94 and after. If these operations are not performed, the Pairing Software described on page 95 may not start. Open the [C Drive] 9 [Program Files] 9 [Canon] 9 [EOS Utility
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    MEMO 73
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    Connecting to a Smartphone - 2 Connecting the camera to a smartphone lets you use the smartphone to view, manage, and receive images stored in the camera. You can also use the smartphone to perform remote shooting. These instructions should be followed only after the smartphone is connected to an
  • Canon EOS 6D | Instruction Manual - Page 76
    , operations on the smartphone is required. For details, refer to the smartphone's instruction manual. To connect in the camera access point mode, see "Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection" (p.33). 1 Start EOS Remote on the smartphone. When the screen on the left is displayed
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    Using Infrastructure Mode to Establish a Connection 4 Connect to the camera. When pairing is completed, the screen on the left is displayed. Press the key to select [OK], then press . To limit viewable images, press the A character other than in ASCII format is displayed as 8.
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    can be performed on images stored in the camera. [Remote Shooting] The camera's Live View image can be viewed using a smartphone. Camera settings can be changed. You can shoot using the release operation. (Settings button) Use this button to access various settings for EOS Remote. When viewable
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    key to select [OK], and press to terminate the connection. Images are saved in S2 size JPEG format on smartphones. RAW images are also saved as S2 size JPEG images. Although movies are included in the list, they cannot be saved. If the camera's auto power off is activated during the wireless LAN
  • Canon EOS 6D | Instruction Manual - Page 80
    [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press . 3 Establish a connection. Select [Connect] and press . On the confirmation screen, select [OK]. X The camera will reconnect to the smartphone. When settings for multiple connection destinations are registered, select [Choose set.], select the connection
  • Canon EOS 6D | Instruction Manual - Page 81
    Images You can specify images viewable from a smartphone by operating the camera. 1 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [q]. Select [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press . 3 Select [Review/change settings]. Select [Review
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    the dial to specify the number of days, and press to confirm the selection. Select [OK] and press to specify the viewable images. [Select by rating] Specify viewable images depending on whether a rating has been added (or not added) or by the type of rating. Press the key to select
  • Canon EOS 6D | Instruction Manual - Page 83
    range] First image Last image Specifying Viewable Images Select the first and last images from images arranged by the file number to specify the viewable images. 1 Press the key to select the first image of the file. 2 Press to display the image selection screen. Select an image using the
  • Canon EOS 6D | Instruction Manual - Page 84
    Registering Multiple Connection Settings You can register up to three connection settings for smartphones. 1 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [q]. Select [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press . 3 Select [Choose set.].
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    MEMO 85
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    wireless LAN. PictBridge is a standard for easily printing images by directly connecting digital cameras to printers and other devices supporting the standard. A standard called DPS over IP has been established for using PictBridge in network environments. This camera conforms with the standard. 87
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    Infrastructure Mode to Establish a Connection These instructions are continued from Chapter 5. To connect in camera access point mode, see "Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection" (p.46). 1 Select the printer to connect to. When a list of detected printers is displayed, select
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    Using Infrastructure Mode to Establish a Connection 3 Save the settings. Select [OK] and press to save the settings. X The [lConnection] screen will be displayed. The settings for networking with the printer are now complete. 89
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    that the printer is connected. For further operations, refer to "Printing Images" in the Camera Instruction Manual. You can also perform what is described in "Direct Printing of PrintOrdered Images" in the Camera Instruction Manual. Terminating the Connection 1 Select [Exit]. If the screen on the
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    from Wi-Fi printer) and press . 3 Establish a connection. Select [Connect] and press . On the confirmation screen, select [OK]. X The camera will reconnect to the printer. When settings for multiple connection destinations are registered, select [Choose set.], select the connection destination
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    Registering Multiple Connection Settings You can register up to three connection settings for printers. 1 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [l]. Select [l] (Print from Wi-Fi printer) and press . 3 Select [Choose set.].
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    can perform remote operation using EOS Utility via a wireless LAN. In addition to remote capture, various camera operations available on EOS Utility are supported because a wireless LAN is used instead of an interface cable. Note that movie shooting is disabled. These instructions should be followed
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    Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 5. With EOS Utility, you can use the provided Pairing Software to establish a connection between the camera and a computer. Pairing Software is installed automatically during "easy installation" of the software provided with the camera. If it
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    is installed in the same location as EOS Utility. X After the pairing software starts up, an icon is displayed on the task bar. X When the camera is detected, a message is displayed. 3 Double-click the pairing software icon. X Detected cameras are listed. Cameras that have already been connected are
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    Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings 4 Select [OK]. When the camera detects the computer on which you clicked [Connect] in step 3, the screen on the left [OK] and press to save the settings. X The [DConnection] screen is displayed. The EOS Utility network settings are now complete. 96
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    Configuring EOS Utility Communication Settings There is no need to complete pairing again if you will continue using a particular camera and computer together after pairing without changing the settings. Before your next PTP session, simply turn on the camera and start the pairing software. The
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    Using EOS Utility For EOS Utility instructions, refer to the EOS Utility instruction manual (CD-ROM). You can use functions of EOS Utility just as when the camera and computer are connected via an interface cable. Terminating the Connection 1 Select [Exit]. If the screen on the left is not displayed
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    -Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [D]. Select [D] (Remote control (EOS Utility)) and press . 3 Establish a connection. Select [Connect] and press . On the confirmation screen, select [OK]. X The camera will reconnect to the computer. When settings for multiple connection
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    [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [D]. Select [D] (Remote control (EOS Utility)) and press . 3 Select [Choose set.]. Select [Choose set.] and press . 4 Select [Unspecified]. Select [Unspecified] and press . X The connection
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    MEMO 101
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    Images to a Web Service You can register various Web services on the camera and send images stored in the camera to them. CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Web services are not supported in certain countries and areas. For information on countries and areas supporting CANON iMAGE GATEWAY services, refer to Canon
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    GATEWAY member (free of charge). Once you are a CANON iMAGE GATEWAY member, you can publish photos you took in online photo albums and use a range of services. The website also serves as a bridge to send images from the camera to other Web services, such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube and email
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    * You can also upload images directly to Facebook. Configuring Settings to Use Web Services Start EOS Utility on the computer, log in to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, then configure the camera's settings to enable access to Web services. For details, refer to the EOS Utility instruction manual (CD-ROM). 105
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    ) • p.111: Easy Connection via WPS (PIN Mode) When WPS is not supported • p.115: Manual Connection by Searching Networks If you do not know if the access point you use is WPS-compatible, refer to the access point instruction manual or other documents. When connecting to a network that has a network
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    is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In pushbutton connection mode (PBC mode), the camera and access point can be connected simply ], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [w]. Select [w] (Upload to Web service) and press . 107
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    ordering of the list of items displayed will vary depending on settings. The Web service to connect to can be changed later (p.126). X When [ ] (Email located and how long to press it, refer to the access point's instruction manual. Select [OK] and press to establish a connection with the access
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    the settings available in [Manual setting] automatically. However, this option can only be used in environments using DHCP servers or access points [Manual setting]. [Manual setting] If [Auto setting] results in an error, enter the IP address manually. Enter the IP address assigned to the camera
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    30 characters can be entered for a settings name. 2 Save the settings. Select [OK] and press to save the settings. X After the settings are saved, the images on the card are displayed and the images to send can be selected. The settings for networking with Web services are now complete. 110
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    using an access point compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In the PIN code connection mode (PIN mode), an 8-digit identification number specified on the camera [w]. Select [w] (Upload to Web service) and press . 3 Select a Web service. Select a Web service to connect to and press . The
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    PIN code at the access point. At the access point, specify the 8-digit PIN code displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. For instructions on setting PIN codes at the access point, refer to the access point's instruction manual. After the PIN code is specified, select [OK] and press . 6 Connect to
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    the settings available in [Manual setting] automatically. However, this option can only be used in environments using DHCP servers or access points [Manual setting]. [Manual setting] If [Auto setting] results in an error, enter the IP address manually. Enter the IP address assigned to the camera
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    30 characters can be entered for a settings name. 2 Save the settings. Select [OK] and press to save the settings. X After the settings are saved, the images on the card are displayed and the images to send can be selected. The settings for networking with Web services are now complete.  114
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    Manual Connection by Searching Networks Selecting the Wireless Network When [Find ], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [w]. Select [w] (Upload to Web service) and press . 3 Select a Web service. Select a Web service to connect to and press . The contents and ordering of the list of items
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    the access point is encrypted (3) First nine characters of the SSID (4) Channel used Access point encryption This camera supports the following options for [Authentication] and [Encryption settings]. Therefore, the encryption used by the access point should be one of the following. [Authentication
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    details on the specified encryption key, refer to the access point's instruction manual. Note that the screens displayed in steps 1 to 3 below vary the key to select the format and the number of characters used for the key, then press . Select [OK] and press to go to the next
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    the settings available in [Manual setting] automatically. However, this option can only be used in environments using DHCP servers or access points Manual setting]. [Manual setting] If [Auto setting] results in an error, enter the IP address manually. Enter the IP address assigned to the camera
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    Manual Connection by Searching Networks Connecting to a Web Service 1 Perform further settings. To finish settings settings. X After the settings are saved, the images on the card are displayed and the images to send can be selected. The settings for networking with Web services are now complete. 119
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    other people by sending the images to a Web service registered on the camera, such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube or email address. When the destination is a Web service other than YouTube still photos in JPEG format can be sent. Still photos are uploaded to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and a link to the
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    Sending Images to a Web Service When YouTube is selected as the destination, the [Terms of use] screen is displayed. Read the terms of use thoroughly, press the key to select [I Agree], then press . The viewing area of the screen can be scrolled up and down by pressing the key.
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    Images to a Web Service Sending Selected Images Multiple images can be selected and sent. 1 Press . 2 Select [Send selected]. To select the size of the image to send, press the key and select [Resize image]. Press the key to select [Send selected], then press . 3 Select the images
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    use thoroughly, press the key to select [I Agree], then press . The viewing area of the screen can be scrolled up and down by pressing the key. When sending large-size data, make sure that the battery 2012). You can send up to 50 files to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY at a time. You can send up to
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    the key to select [Send], then press to send the images. Only images larger than the selected image size are resized. Movies cannot be resized. [Resize:S2] and [Resize:S3] are enabled only for still photos taken by the EOS 6D (WG). Images taken by other cameras are sent without resizing. 124
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    to which the images were uploaded. To register email destinations and specify the title and text of the emails to be sent, you must use a computer. For more information, refer to the EOS Utility instruction manual (CD-ROM). When [ ] (Email) is selected on the [Upload to Web service] screen, the
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    is displayed (p.125). 4 Establish a connection. Select [Connect] and press . On the confirmation screen, select [OK]. X The camera will reconnect to the Web service. When settings for multiple connection destinations are registered, select [Choose set.], select the connection destination, then
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    the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [w]. Select [w] (Upload to Web service) and press . 3 Select a Web service. Select a Web service and press . X When [ ] (Email) is selected, a list of registered addresses is displayed (p.125). 4 Select [Choose set
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    Registering Multiple Connection Settings 5 Select [Unspecified]. Select [Unspecified] and press . X The connection settings screen is displayed. Follow the procedures displayed to complete the connection settings. 128
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    MEMO 129
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    the camera can be viewed on a TV set via a wireless LAN. This function requires a DLNA*-compatible TV set, game machine, smartphone, or other media player. In this manual, the term "media player" is used to refer to any such device. * DLNA: Digital Living Network Alliance These instructions should
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    Configuring Media Player Communication Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 5. 1 Perform further settings. To finish settings in this stage, press the key to select [OK], then press to go to step 2.
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    an icon of the card. After you select this icon, you can select folders and images. Select an image to display it at a larger size on the TV set. For details, refer to the media player's instruction manual. EOS 6D SD 100CANON 1-100 08/28/2012 08/28/2012 08/28/2012 IMG_0001.JPG 08/28
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    key to select [OK], then press to terminate the connection. When the Live View image is displayed on the camera, or during HDR Backlight Control Shooting or Multi Shot Noise Reduction shooting, images may not be played back properly on the media player. Information overlay and details displayed
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    ] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [ ]. Select [ ] (View images on DLNA devices) and press . 3 Establish a connection. Select [Connect] and press . On the confirmation screen, select [OK]. X The camera will reconnect to the media player. When settings for multiple connection
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    [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Select [ ]. Select [ ] (View images on DLNA devices) and press . 3 Select [Choose set.]. Select [Choose set.] and press . 4 Select [Unspecified]. Select [Unspecified] and press . X The connection
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    MEMO 137
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    MEMO 138
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    Control to Connect to a Wireless LAN Quick Control or Quick Control during playback lets you connect to a wireless LAN using registered connection destination settings. Connection destination settings cannot be set using Quick Control. Set connection destination settings from the menu screen. 139
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    . Three functions are available in Quick Control: [q] (Connect to smartphone), [D] (Remote control (EOS Utility)), and [ ] (View images on DLNA devices). Set the Mode Dial to the Creative Zone before using these functions. 1 Select [ ]. Press the button to display Quick Control. Select [ ] (Wi
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    settings have been registered. From Quick Control during playback, two functions can be used: [z] (Transfer images between cameras) and [w] (Upload to Web service). 1 Press the button. While an image is displayed, press the button. X Quick Control items will be displayed. 2 Select
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    ), a screen to select a Web service is displayed. Select the item to connect to and press . X When you select [ ] (Email) on the screen on the left, a list of destinations is displayed (p.125). 4 Establish a connection. Select [Connect] and press . X The images on the card are displayed and
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    MEMO 143
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    MEMO 144
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    Managing Settings 145
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    the item to check settings for. Press the or key to select an item, then press . When you select [w], a screen to select a Web service is displayed. The same settings are displayed for any item selected. During connection During connection, the screen on the left is displayed. Select
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    Checking/Changing Settings When the connection has been terminated Select the connection destination, select [Review/change settings], then press . Select [Confirm set.] and press to display the settings. 147
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    Changing Settings Changing Settings To change settings, select [Change set.] on the [Review/change settings] screen shown on page 147. X A screen for setting of the settings, select [Change settings name] on the [Review/change settings] screen shown on page 147. Enter the name of the settings
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    deleted by the procedure described below. By deleting the wireless LAN settings, you can prevent them from being exposed when you lend or give your camera to other people. 1 Select [Wi-Fi function]. Under the [53] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function]. 2 Press the button
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    MEMO 150
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    Troubleshooting Guide Transfer speed in ad hoc mode may become extremely slow when the camera is used with certain types of computer. For more information, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. 151
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    Responding to Error Messages When or on the LCD panel blinks, display the error content following one of the procedures below. Then, eliminate the cause of the error referring to the examples shown in this chapter. Under the [53] tab, select [Wi-Fi] 9 [General sett.] 9 [Error details], then
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    using EOS Remote (p.37, 78). In the case of [l], is the power of the printer on? X Turn on the power of the printer. Is the pairing software running? X Start the pairing software and follow the instructions to re-establish the connection (p.95). Are the camera and the access point set to use
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    . Responding to Error Messages 21 - 23 Also check the following points when responding to errors numbered 21 - 23. Are the camera and the access point set to use the same encryption key for authentication? X This error occurs if the encryption keys do not match when the authentication method for
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    the same address as another device on the network. Otherwise, change the IP address of the device that has a duplicate address. X If the camera's IP address is set to [Manual setting] in network environments using a DHCP server, change the setting to [Auto setting] (p.59, 64, 70, 109, 113, 118). 155
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    point turned on? X Turn on the access point. If filtering by MAC address, is the MAC address of the camera used registered at the access point? X Register the MAC address of the camera used at the access point. The MAC address can be checked on the [General sett.] screen (p.149). 62: No response
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    be checked on the [General sett.] screen (p.149). 64: Cannot connect to wireless LAN terminal Are the camera and the access point set to use the same encryption method? X The camera supports the following encryption methods: [WEP], [TKIP], and [AES] (p.68, 116). If filtering by MAC address, is the
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    LAN encryption method Are the camera and the access point set to use the same encryption method? X The camera supports the following encryption methods: [WEP the WPS button for the period of time instructed by the access point's instruction manual. Are you trying to establish a connection near
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    62, 111). 91: Other error A problem other than error number 11 to 69 occurred. X Turn off and on the camera's power switch. 101: Could not establish not send files Are both cameras attempting to send data? X Cameras cannot receive and send data at the same time. Use only one camera to send data, and
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    ready to receive data? X Check the battery of the camera to receive data and connection status, then try sending the data again. 104: Could not receive files. Card full Does the card in the camera to receive data have sufficient space? X Check the card in the camera to receive data. Replace the card
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    , and correct the settings for the Web service with the provided software Is the Web service registered on the camera deleted on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY? X Connect the camera and computer using an interface cable and reconfigure Web service settings using EOS Utility (p.105). 123: Cannot log in to
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    the connection status of the network. 126: Could not connect to server CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is under maintenance or load is concentrated temporarily. X Try connecting to the Web service again later. 127: An error has occurred A problem other than error 121 to 126 occurred during the connection to the
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    Troubleshooting Guide If a problem occurs with the camera, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. A computer, printer, GPS receiver, or other device cannot be used with a cable
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    LAN Notes If the transmission rate drops, the connection is lost, or other problems occur when using the camera with a wireless LAN, try the following corrective actions. Access Point and Antenna Installation Location When using indoors, install the device in the same room that you are shooting
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    . Set it to [Disable] and then connect an interface cable. When the camera is connected to a computer, printer, or any other device via an interface cable before changing any settings. Using an Eye-Fi Card When [Wi-Fi] under the [53] tab is set to [Enable], image transfer using an Eye-Fi card is
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    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 the network, change the rightmost number when configuring the IP address assigned to the camera in the processes described in pages 59, 64, 70, 109, 113, and
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    MEMO 167
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    MEMO 168
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    Reference 169
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    functions and image viewing functions using EOS Utility: of EOS Utility can be used via a wireless LAN. Print from Wi-Fi printers: Images to be printed can be sent to a printer supporting DPS over IP. Send images to Images in the camera can be sent to CANON iMAGE a Web service: GATEWAY
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    power off 15 C Cable 17 Camera access point mode ......33, 46 CANON iMAGE GATEWAY ..........104 Changing setting names PictBridge 45, 87 PIN code connection mode .... 62, 111 Printing 45, 87 Printing images using a Wi-Fi printer 45, 87 Pushbutton connection mode. 57, 107 Q Quick Control
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    Index S Sending images 22, 120 Sending images to a Web service 103 Stealth functions .......57, 62, 107, 111 Subnet mask 59, 64, 70, 109, 113, 118 T Transferring images between cameras 19 Troubleshooting Guide 151 V Viewable images 40, 81 Viewing images 131 W Wi-Fi Protected Setup 56, 106
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