Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A Instruction Manual
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- Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 1
Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E6 To comply with local radio wave regulations, Canon offers five region-specific versions of the transmitter (WFT-E6A, E6B, E6C, E6D, and E6E) in various areas around the world (See Areas of Use and Restrictions.). For convenience, we refer to the product in this - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 2
purchasing a Canon product. The Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E6 is an accessory for EOS-1D X cameras. In addition to time syncing with other cameras (over a wireless LAN connection) and Bluetooth connectivity with GPS devices, the transmitter enables the following operations. Wireless LAN Functions - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 3
Sync the Camera Time Wirelessly Slave camera Master camera Connect to GPS Devices (commercially available) via Bluetooth Connected via Bluetooth Add the latitude, longitude, altitude, date and time, and other shooting information to images 3 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 4
names in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Using the transmitter for remote image transfer, capture, or viewing requires adequate knowledge of configuring your wireless LAN and FTP server. Canon cannot provide support for configuring wireless LANs or FTP - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 5
Capture Using EOS Utility 43 4 Remote Capture Using WFT Server 49 5 Using the Transmitter as a Media Server 61 6 Linked Shooting 65 7 Managing Settings Information 79 8 Synchronizing the Camera Time Wirelessly 89 9 Using Bluetooth GPS Devices 93 10 Troubleshooting 97 11 Reference - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 6
Capture Using WFT Server 49 Configuring WFT Server Communication Settings 50 Displaying WFT Server ...52 Viewing Images...53 Remote Capture [Camera control 55 Remote Capture [Simple control]...58 Remote Capture...59 Using WFT Server in Linked Shooting 60 5 Using the Transmitter as a Media - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 7
Basic Linked Shooting ...67 Arranging the Slave Cameras...68 Using the Transmitter with WFT Server 70 7 Managing Settings Information 79 Checking Settings ...80 Changing Settings...82 Saving and Loading Settings ...85 8 Synchronizing the Camera Time Wirelessly 89 Synchronizing the Time ...90 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 8
malfunctions, becomes damaged, or requires repair, contact your dealer or the nearest Canon Service Center. Handling Precautions The transmitter is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to shock. The transmitter is not waterproof. Do not use it underwater. Wipe off any moisture with - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 9
Nomenclature Attachment pin Tightening screw Terminal Transmitter Case EOS-1D X rear LCD panel Bluetooth connection GPS device connection Wired LAN connection Wireless LAN connection 9 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 10
and rotate it toward the front. 2 Attach the transmitter. Align the transmitter terminal and attachment pin with the corresponding camera terminal and hole. Push the terminal firmly into the camera. As you push the terminal into the camera with your left index finger, turn the tightening screw - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 11
Server (p.27) 3 Remote Capture Using EOS Utility (p.43) 4 Remote Capture Using WFT Server (p.49) 5 Using the Transmitter as a Media Server (p.61) 6 Linked Shooting (p.65) 7 Managing Settings Information (p.79) 8 Synchronizing the Camera Time Wirelessly (p.89) 9 Using Bluetooth GPS Devices - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 12
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Basic Network Settings Complete the basic network settings by following transmitter connection instructions on the camera menu screen. 13 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 14
], [WFTserver] The connection instructions help you follow the steps to connect the transmitter to an existing wireless LAN. Set up the wireless LAN terminal (wireless LAN access point or adapter) and computer in advance so that the transmitter can join the wireless network. When configuring the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 15
] tab, set [Auto power off] to [Disable]. If auto power off is activated, the connection instructions will be closed during the configuration process. 1 Turn the camera on. 2 Display the transmitter menu. On the camera, press the button. On the [53] tab, select [Communication settings] and press - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 16
.7 For instructions on setting EOS Utility software included with your camera. In addition to remote capture, all camera operations in EOS Utility are supported. With this option, a wireless network is used instead of the USB cable. Requires a computer with EOS Utility (included with EOS-1D X cameras - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 17
can be linked to the master camera on which you will release the shutter. Note that there will be a slight delay after you release the master camera shutter before the slave cameras shoot. Movie shooting is not supported. For further instructions on [LinkedShot], refer to page 65 of this manual. 17 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 18
WPS (PIN mode)] when using a wireless LAN terminal compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Wired LAN With this option, a wired LAN connection is established using the Ethernet RJ-45 terminal on the EOS-1D X. For details, refer to the Wired LAN Instruction Manual included with the EOS-1D X. 18 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 19
Open system, Shared key, WPA-PSK, or WPA2-PSK [Encryption]: WEP, TKIP, or AES [Enter connection] and [Search again] To configure settings for the wireless LAN terminal manually, select [Enter connection] and press . Complete the settings for the items displayed, one after another. To search for - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 20
LAN terminal. For details on the encryption key, refer to the device's instruction manual. Note that the screens displayed in steps 1 to 3 below vary depending on the authentication and encryption of the wireless LAN terminal. 1 2 The [Key index] screen is displayed only if WEP encryption is - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 21
the camera and the wireless LAN terminal by pressing the WPS button on the wireless LAN terminal. Note that if multiple wireless instruction manual of the wireless LAN terminal. Select [OK] and press to establish a connection with the wireless LAN terminal. When the connection with the wireless - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 22
screen. 2 Specify the PIN code on the wireless LAN terminal. On the wireless LAN terminal, specify the 8-digit PIN code shown on camera LCD monitor. For instructions on setting PIN codes on the wireless LAN terminal, refer to the instruction manual of the wireless LAN terminal. Select [OK] and press - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 23
or wireless LAN terminals or routers supporting DHCP server functions. If an error is displayed, select [Manual setting] you select [Manual setting]. If [Auto setting] results in an error, enter the IP address manually. As the IP address, enter the IP address assigned to the camera. Enter the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 24
following instructions are for settings screens that vary depending on the communication method (FTP Transfer, EOS Utility, WFT Server, [C Drive] [Program Files] [Canon] [EOS Utility] [WFTPairing] folder (in this order), and then double-click the [WFT FirewallSettings] icon. After performing - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 25
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 button. Moving the cursor To move the cursor, turn the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 26
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Transferring Images to an FTP Server With FTP transfer, you can automatically transfer each image to the FTP server as you shoot or transfer a set of shots together. 27 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 28
IP address of the FTP server. If you have set the DNS server IP address setting to [Auto assign] or [Manual setting], the screen on the left is displayed. For instructions on screen operations, refer to "Virtual Keyboard Operation" (p.25). Enter the FTP server's server name or IP address. 3 In - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 29
to select [OK], and then press . After the connection wizard is closed, the display reverts to the menu screen. Settings information is stored on the camera. It is not stored on the transmitter. The network settings for FTP transfer are now complete. During image transfer, the lamp on the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 30
memory card in the camera. If you shoot without recording images, they cannot be transferred. Note that automatic transfer of movie is not supported. Transfer the movie after transferred automatically when the wireless LAN connection is recovered (p.32). These images can also be transferred in batch - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 31
Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot Selecting Particular Sizes or Types of Images to Transfer With automatic transfer, you can select which images to transfer when recording images of different sizes to separate cards, or when recording both RAW and JPEG images. 1 Select [Communication settings - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 32
when the camera is set up manually. Enabling LAN Power Management In the menu, select [Communication settings] [Network settings] [Set up] [LAN power save]. When this option is set to [Enable], the transmitter will log off from the FTP server after transfer and switch to standby mode. Wireless - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 33
], you can select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Set up]. 4 Select [Transfer with SET]. Select [Enable]. 5 Select the image. Press the button on the camera. Select the image to transfer, and then press to transfer the image. Movie cannot be transferred this way. Selecting movie and pressing - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 34
is convenient if you want to inform the recipient the printing quantity, for example. The caption is also added to images stored on the camera. For instructions on creating and registering captions, refer to page 114. You can check for captions added to images by examining the Exif information, in - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 35
Transferring Images Individually 5 Select a caption. Turn the dial to select the [Caption] frame, and then press . Turn the dial to select the content of the caption, and then press . 6 Transfer the image. Turn the dial to select [Transfer], and then press . 35 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 36
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. You can also continue still photo shooting even while images are being transferred. Selecting Images to Transfer 1 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 37
image selection method. 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 [Network settings], [Protect images], [Erase images], [Format card], and [Record func+card - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 38
Batch Transfer Batch Transfer of Images in a Folder 1 On the [32] tab, select [Image transfer]. 2 Select [Image sel./transfer]. 3 Select [Sel.n]. 4 Select [Folder images not transfer'd]. To transfer images that could not previously be transferred, select [Folder images failed transf.]. 5 Select a - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 39
Batch Transfer 6 Transfer the images. Select [FTP Trans.]. Select [OK] on the confirmation screen displayed next. X A transfer progress screen is displayed. Selecting [Clear folder transf. history] will set the transfer history of images in the selected folder to "unsent." This enables you to - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 40
Batch Transfer Batch Transfer of Images on Memory Cards 1 On the [32] tab, select [Image transfer]. 2 Select [Image sel./transfer]. 3 Select [All image]. 4 Select [Card images not transferred]. To transfer images that could not previously be transferred, select [Card images failed transfer]. 5 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 41
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 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 42
are stored is located in the folder of the user currently logged on, or in a subfolder there. Folders for Image Storage Under the default transmitter settings, transferred images will be stored in the root folder specified in the FTP server settings, in a folder structure such as A/DCIM/100EOS1D - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 43
to remote capture, all EOS Utility camera operations except firmware updating are supported, because this option utilizes a wireless network instead of a USB cable. The WFT-E6 cannot be used with the Mac version of EOS Utility (as of November 2011). Check the Canon website for the latest system - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 44
These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. With EOS Utility, you can use the included WFT Pairing Software to establish a connection between the transmitter and a computer. WFT Pairing Software is installed automatically during easy installation of the software provided with the camera. If - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 45
you turn the dial to select [OK] and press , the connection wizard is closed and EOS Utility starts up. X The lamp on the camera is lit in green. Settings information is stored on the camera. It is not stored on the transmitter. The EOS Utility network settings are now complete. 45 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 46
Configuring EOS Utility Communication 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 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 47
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 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 48
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Remote Capture Using WFT Server Using a web browser, you can view images on a memory card in the camera and download them to a computer. Additionally, you can shoot remotely over a wireless LAN. Note that bulb, mirror lockup, and movie shooting are not supported. 49 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 50
Configuring WFT Server Communication Settings These instructions are continued from Chapter 1. Press . Turn the dial to select the set number, and then press . Press again. After the connection wizard is closed, the display reverts to the menu screen. X The lamp on the camera is - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 51
change the port number (80). 4 5 Select a user number. With WFT Server, you can connect the camera to up to three computers. Select a user number to prevent conflicts when users at other computers are connected to the transmitter simultaneously. Turn the dial to select [User *], and then press - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 52
browser, display WFT Server, a screen for transmitter operations. Make sure you have already established a connection between the camera and computer. . Select a language at the bottom of the screen. JavaScript supported JavaScript not supported If you don't know the URL (IP address) You can - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 53
Viewing Images Browse images on the camera's memory card as follows. 1 Click [Viewer]. X The image viewing screen is displayed. 2 Select the memory card. Click [CF1] or [CF2]. Click the [DCIM] folder and - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 54
Viewing Images 4 Download images to the computer. Click a thumbnail. X The image is displayed at a larger size. To download the image to your computer, click < >. Click [Return] to return to the image viewing screen. Although actual RAW images and movies are not displayed here, they can be - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 55
capture of movies is not supported. For web browsers that do not support JavaScript, refer to page 59, "Remote Capture." 1 Click [Camera control]. X The advanced AF/MF switch ⑯ Live View shooting button ⑦ Shutter speed ⑰ Manual focus button ⑧ Aperture ⑱ Live View image size switching button ⑨ - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 56
click the release button (⑤). When you let go of the button, the camera autofocuses and the picture is taken. With One-Shot AF, the picture is . 4 Manually adjust the focus. Click the buttons < >, < >, < >, < >, < >, and < > to adjust the focus. Note that autofocus is not supported during Live - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 57
Remote Capture [Camera control] 5 Configure the shooting settings. Click setting items (such as quality) to view the setting details, which you can refer to page 53, and use the [Viewer] function. The Live View image may freeze when shooting if the camera is accessed by multiple computers. 57 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 58
set up the camera for Live View shooting. Note that remote capture of movies is not supported. For web browsers that do not support JavaScript, refer to > < > : Intermediate increment < > < > : Smallest increment 2 Manually adjust the focus. Set the lens focus mode switch to . Click the buttons - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 59
Remote Capture The following instructions are for remote capture with web browsers that do not support JavaScript. First, set up the camera for Live View shooting. Note that remote capture of movies is not supported. 1 Click [Capture]. X The capture screen is displayed. Live View image is not - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 60
Capture in WFT Server can be used in conjunction with the transmitter's "Linked Shooting" function (p.70). Additionally, you can view and download images on master or slave camera memory cards. Slave camera Linked Shooting Slave camera Slave camera Master camera Slave camera WFT Server 60 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 61
Using the Transmitter as a Media Server Images on a memory card in the camera can be viewed over a wireless LAN on a television. This function requires a DLNA*-compatible television, digital photo frame, or similar media player. (Subsequently, this equipment is collectively referred to as the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 62
then press . Press again. After the connection wizard is closed, the display reverts to the menu screen. The information you specified is stored on the camera. It is not stored on the transmitter. The media server network settings are now complete. 62 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 63
camera's memory card. Note that RAW images and movies cannot be displayed. The following operations are done on the media player. For details, refer to the media player instruction manual to the media player instruction manual. EOS 1D CF 02/28/2012 100EOS1D images grouped by file number in the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 64
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wireless network (via IEEE 802.11g in ad hoc mode) to the master camera on which you will release the shutter. Note that there will be a slight delay after you release the master camera shutter until the slave camera shutters are released. Movie shooting is not supported. Slave camera Master camera - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 66
as described on this page, follow the steps on the next page for basic linked shooting. For instructions to view or download to your computer the images stored on cameras, refer to page 70. 1 Select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. Once you have set [Communication func] to - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 67
]. 2 Select [Auto connect]. For [Manual connect] instructions, refer to page 71. 3 Switch to setting up the slave cameras. On the slave cameras, select [OK]. 4 Check the number of slave cameras. X On the master camera LCD monitor, the number of slave cameras detected is displayed. 5 Establish the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 68
overall circumference of up to approximately 100 m / 328 ft. However, the distance supported for linked shooting may be shorter depending on the wireless communication conditions, which are affected by how the cameras are arranged, the environment of use, and weather conditions. Pressing the shutter - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 69
you replace the batteries. If you will no longer use a slave camera in linked shooting, set [Communication mode] to [Disconnect] on that slave camera. Any cameras compatible with linked shooting, when they have WFT series transmitters attached, can be used as slave cameras, regardless of model. 69 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 70
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Using WFT Server, you can shoot remotely with a master camera linked to slave cameras that will shoot at the same time. WFT Server can also be used to access master or slave cameras for Live View display, and you can adjust the focus and configure remote capture - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 71
as described on page 66. 2 Set up the master camera. Complete settings on the master camera following steps 1-3 on page 66, and then select [Master]. 3 Select [Manual connect]. 4 Select the connection mode. Select the wireless LAN ad hoc mode supported by the computer. 5 Specify the channel. When - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 72
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server 6 Enter the encryption key. Enter a 5-digit encryption (WEP) key and press the button. The key entered here will be saved on the computer and used to access the master camera from the computer. 7 Switch to setting up the slave cameras. X On the slave cameras - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 73
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Check the Camera Settings Check the network settings on the master and slave cameras as follows. Note that without a good understanding of these settings, you cannot access the cameras from a computer. 1 On the master camera, select [Communication settings]. 2 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 74
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server 5 Check the settings. Turn the dial to display other screens. Write down the IP address and SSID. 6 Check the slave camera settings. Check network settings on the slave cameras just as you checked the master camera settings. Write down the IP address of - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 75
Transmitter with WFT Server Configure WFT Server Communication Settings Enter a login name and password for accessing WFT Server on cameras from a computer. Although you can specify different login names and passwords for each camera, it is also possible to use the same information for all cameras - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 76
per camera. Select a user number to prevent conflicts when users at other computers are connected to the transmitter at the same time. 7 Complete the [Login name] and [Password] settings. After you select [Login name] and [Password], the following input screen is displayed. For instructions on - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 77
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server Access the Cameras from the Computer To access the cameras from the computer, use the computer's standard search function to detect wireless LAN terminals. For details, refer to the computer instruction manual. 1 From the computer, find cameras on the network. - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 78
Using the Transmitter with WFT Server 4 Select the language. Select a language on the bottom of the screen. Web browsers that support JavaScript now display the screen on the left. A message is displayed if JavaScript is not supported. Selecting not to use JavaScript will display the screen on the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 79
Managing Settings Information 79 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 80
Checking Settings Check the network settings as follows. 1 Select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable], you can select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Set up]. 4 Select [Confirm settings]. X The settings are displayed. 80 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 81
Checking Settings Example of FTP transfer and wired LAN settings Example of FTP transfer and wireless LAN settings 81 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 82
(IPsec) that cannot be set using the connection wizard, as well as other settings, such as when an image with the same file name as an existing file is sent to the FTP server. (p.83) 1 Select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 83
It provides effective security for both wireless and wired LANs. To use supported, and 3DES or AES encryption and SHA1 authentication are used. Note that the IP address of the computer for communication with the transmitter Camera] automatically creates a folder structure matching that of the camera - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 84
, as in IMG_0003_1.JPG. When you resend images if initial transfer fails Even if the transmitter is configured to overwrite files of the same name, if you resend an image file that could not be transferred initially, the existing file may not be overwritten in some cases. If this happens, the new - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 85
Saving and Loading Settings Network settings can be saved on a memory card for use with other cameras. Saving Settings 1 Select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Network settings]. Once you have set [Communication func] to [Enable], you can select [Network settings]. 3 Select [Set up]. 4 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 86
[Save]. X The settings are now saved as a file on the memory card. The settings are saved as a file (WFTNPF**.NIF) in the area of the memory card shown when the card is opened (in the root directory). The file name is determined automatically by the camera: WFTNPF, followed by a number (01 to 99 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 87
shown when the memory card is opened (that is, the root directory). 1 Select [Load settings]. 2 Select the settings file. X Select a settings file that matches your network environment. 3 Load the settings file. X Information from the settings file is loaded into the selected settings number. 87 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 88
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Synchronizing the Camera Time Wirelessly The time on EOS-1D X cameras can be synchronized over a wired LAN connection. Also you can wirelessly synchronize multiple EOS-1D X cameras when WFT-E6 units are attached. Set the master camera time on up to 10 slave cameras, as needed. Note that even after - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 90
[Communication mode] to [Disconnect]. Once you have set [Communication mode] to [Disconnect], you can select [Sync time between cameras]. 4 Select [Sync time between cameras]. X Select [OK] on the next screen displayed, shown below. 5 Select [Wireless]. After selecting [Wireless], select [OK]. 90 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 91
on the preceding page, select [Master]. X When the next screen is displayed, the master camera is ready. Go to step 7 to set up the slave cameras. 7 Set up the slave cameras. After configuring the slave camera settings following steps 1-5 on the preceding page, select [Slave]. X Select [OK] on the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 92
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information can be checked on the camera as well as by using commercially-available GPS-compatible mapping software. 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 manufacturer. 93 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 94
press . Select [OK] and press . If a Bluetooth® password has been set on the GPS device, a password input screen is displayed. Enter the password. X The transmitter now starts to establish a connection with the GPS device. It may take a few minutes to establish a connection with the GPS device - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 95
location. 6 Take the picture. After confirming that is shown on the EOS-1D X rear LCD panel, shoot when ready. If the icon is blinking when to bottom: latitude, longitude, altitude, and Coordinated Universal Time When the camera's power is turned off and on or when it wakes up from auto - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 96
Bluetooth Canceling the Bluetooth Connection The Bluetooth connection with the GPS device will not be terminated if you simply turn off the camera. To cancel the connection, follow these steps. 1 On the [53] tab, select [Communication settings]. 2 Select [Bluetooth device connection]. Once you have - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 97
Troubleshooting Transfer speed in ad hoc mode may become extremely slow when the transmitter is used with certain types of computer. For more information, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. 97 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 98
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. In case of errors, the lamp on the camera starts blinking. The error details can also be checked on the [ - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 99
software and follow the instructions to re-establish the connection (p.44). Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured with X If no DHCP server is used, set the transmitter's network setting to [Manual setting] and IP address setting to [Manual setting] (p.23). What to check on the DHCP - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 100
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? X If no DNS server is used, set the transmitter's DNS address setting to [Disable] (p.23). On the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 101
server. X If applicable, ask your network administrator for the proxy server address or server name and port number, and then enter them on the transmitter. What to check on the network as a whole Does your network include a router or similar device that serves as a gateway? X If applicable, ask - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 102
, the network setting is [Auto setting]. Does the error occur under this setting? X If no DHCP server is used, set the transmitter's network setting to [Manual setting] (p.23). What to check on the DHCP server Is the DHCP server on? X Turn the DHCP server on. Are the DHCP server settings for - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 103
server's IP address setting match the server's actual address? X Configure the IP address on the transmitter to match the actual FTP server address (p.28). Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured with the same encryption key for authentication? X This error occurs if the encryption - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 104
on the transmitter (p.84). If you are using Windows XP Service Pack 2 transmitter (p.23). X Make sure the gateway address setting is correctly entered on all network devices, including the transmitter address] configured on the transmitter in the TCP/IP transmitter fails to disconnect from the FTP - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 105
check the upper- and lower-case characters to make sure the password on the transmitter matches it (p.29). What to check on the FTP server Do the user rights to the target folder on the FTP server to allow saving images from the transmitter. Is the FTP server on? X Turn the FTP server on. The server - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 106
the transmitter fails to receive confirmation from the FTP server that image file transfer is complete. X Turn off and on the FTP server and camera the GPS device and transmitter. 54: No compatible Bluetooth service available on connected device The GPS device does not support SPP (Serial Port - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 107
? X Move the antenna to a position clearly visible from the point of view of the transmitter (p.111). What to check on the transmitter On the transmitter, does the SSID setting match that of the wireless LAN terminal? X Check the SSID on the wireless LAN terminal, and configure the same SSID on the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 108
PSK] (p.19). X When using an AirPort for communication in infrastructure mode, [Open system] is not supported. Configure a [Shared key] on the transmitter (p.19). Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured with the same encryption key for authentication? X The setting is case-sensitive - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 109
wireless LAN encryption method Are the transmitter and wireless LAN terminal configured for the same encryption method? X The transmitter supports the wireless LAN terminal for as long as indicated in the wireless LAN terminal instructions? X Refer to the instruction manual for the wireless LAN - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 110
master and slave cameras by following the correct instructions (p.90, 91). Are the master and slave cameras too far apart? X Bring the master and slave cameras closer together. 82: Wireless File Transmitter not connected Is the transmitter attached correctly? X Make sure the transmitter is securely - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 111
, try the following corrective actions if the transmission rate drops, the connection is lost, or other problems occur. Wireless LAN Terminal Installation and Antenna Position When using the transmitter indoors, install the wireless LAN terminal in the same room where you are shooting. Install the - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 112
. 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 23), change the rightmost numbers here. Macintosh In Mac OS X, open the [Terminal] application, type ifconfig -a, and press the key. The IP - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 113
Reference 113 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 114
transmitter to the camera and use the USB cable provided with the camera to connect the camera to the computer. For instructions on connecting the camera to the computer with the USB cable and starting EOS Utility, refer to the Software Instruction Manual (PDF) provided with the camera. 1 Start EOS - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 115
With a large, high-performance antenna attached to the wireless LAN access point Transmission frequency (central frequency): Version Frequency Channels 2412-2462 MHz 1-11 WFT-E6A 5180-5320 MHz 36-64 5745-5825 MHz 149-165 2412-2472 MHz 1-13 WFT-E6B 5180-5320 MHz 36-64 5500-5700 MHz - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 116
EOS Utility: WFT Server: Media Server: Linked shooting: Wireless time syncing: Automatic transfer Image selection and transfer Transfer using SET button Transfer with captions EOS Utility remote control functions over wireless LAN Camera Canon testing standards. Transmitter specifications and - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 117
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Encryption 19, 83 Encryption key 20 EOS Utility 11, 43, 47 EOSUtility 16 Error 98 ESS-ID 19 F File of same name 84 Folder 29, 42 shooting 11, 65 LinkedShot 17 Login 29 Logon name 50 M MAC address 44 Master camera 67, 91 Media player 61 Media Server 11, 61 MediaServ 17 Movie 30, 54 - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 125
19 Simple control 58 Slave camera 66, 91 SSID 19 Stealth functions 21, 22 Storage 42 Subnet mask 23 Sync camera time 89 T Target 29 Troubleshooting 97 U URL 52 UTC 95 V Viewing images 53 W Web 52 WEP 19 WFT Server 11, 49 WFTserver 17 Wi-Fi Protected Setup 21 Wired LAN 18 Wireless - Canon Wireless Transmitter WFT-E6A | Instruction Manual - Page 126
Auckland, New Zealand CANON MARKETING JAPAN INC. 16-6, Kohnan 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8011, Japan This instruction manual is current as of February 2012. For information on using the transmitter with accessories introduced after this date, contact your nearest Canon Service Center. CPA-E008
Wireless File Transmitter
WFT-E6
E
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
To comply with local radio wave regulations, Canon offers five region-specific versions of the
transmitter (WFT-E6A, E6B, E6C, E6D, and E6E) in various areas around the world (See
Areas of Use and Restrictions.). For convenience, we refer to the product in this manual
simply as “the transmitter,” without reference to versions A, B, C, D, or E.
This product also supports the EOS C300. When using the transmitter, refer to “Guide for
Canon Camcorders”.