Canon 162 Users Manual

Linked Shooting

With linked shooting, up to 10 slave cameras can be linked in a wireless

network (via IEEE 802.11g in ad hoc mode) to the master camera on which

you will release the shutter. Any cameras compatible with linked shooting,

when they have WFT series transmitters attached, can be used as slave

cameras, regardless of model.

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.

Slave camera

Master camera

Setting Up Linked Shooting

First, establish a connection from the slave cameras to the master camera. Because linked shooting utilizes a wireless connection via IEEE 802.11g in ad hoc mode, it is not available over wired LANs.

Display the transmitter menu.

On the camera, press the <7> button. On the [7] tab, select [WFT settings] and press

<0>. [WFT settings] is added to the tab after you attach the transmitter.

Select [Connection wizard].

Select [LinkedShot].

Set up the slave cameras.

Select [Slave].

X The slave cameras are now ready, with the

following screen displayed.

When using multiple slave cameras, set up all

slave cameras to slave state.

Once the settings are complete, slaves cannot be

added or removed. You must repeat the setup process from step 1.

Setting Up Linked Shooting

Set up the master camera.

Configure the settings on the master camera

following steps 1-3 on the previous page, and then select [Master].

X The following screen is displayed.

At this point, switch to setting up the slave cameras.

On the slave cameras, select [OK].

Check the number of slave cameras.

X On the master camera LCD monitor, the number of

slave cameras detected is displayed.

Establish the connection.

On the master camera and all slave cameras,

select [OK].

X A screen is displayed as the connection is tested.

The information you specified is stored on the

cameras. It is not stored on the transmitters.

Arranging the Slave Cameras

Slave camera

Master camera

Arrange the slave cameras in clear view of the master camera, without objects between

them.

You can arrange master camera in an 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 button halfway on the master camera puts slave cameras in the same

state, as if the shutter buttons were pressed halfway. Similarly, fully pressing the shutter button on the master camera has the same effect on slave cameras, which respond as if the shutter buttons were fully pressed.

There will be a slight delay after you release the master camera shutter until the slave

camera shutters are released. (Simultaneous capture is not possible.)

Slave camera

Slave cameraSlave camera

During linked shooting, when you press the AE lock or depth-of-field preview button, the camera

focuses and meters as if you had pressed the shutter button halfway.

Once you have established a connection between the master camera and slave cameras, the

settings are retained even after 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.

Managing

Settings Information

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Check the network settings as follows.

In [WFT settings], select [Set up].

Select [Confirm settings].

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Changing Settings

Settings originally completed using the connection wizard can be changed as follows. You can also change IP security settings (IPsec) not completed using the connection wizard, as well as other settings, such as the setting that determines what happens if an image of the same file name as an existing file is sent to the FTP server. (p.68)

In [WFT settings], select [Set up].

Select [LAN settings].

Select the settings number.

Here, select the settings number that identifies the

LAN settings.

Select [Change].

After selecting [Change settings name], you can

rename the settings.

Select the item to change.

Select the desired item from [LAN type], [TCP/IP],

[FTP server], or [Wireless LAN] and change the setting.

Changing Settings

IP Security (IPsec)

Configured in [TCP/IP]  [Security]. IPsec is a set of standards for encrypted communication over the Internet. It provides effective security for both wireless and wired LANs. To use this function, you must enable IPsec in the network settings of your computer. When IPsec is employed, only transport mode is supported, and DES encryption and SHA1 authentication are used. Note that the IP address of the computer for communication with the transmitter must be entered in [Destination address] on the settings screen.

Directory Structure of the Target Folder

Configured in [FTP server]  [Directory structure]. Selecting [Camera] automatically creates a folder structure matching that of the camera’s (such as A/DCIM/100EOS1D) in the server’s root folder for image storage. If you have created a subfolder in the root folder by changing the [Target folder] setting, a folder structure such as A/ DCIM/100EOS1D is automatically created in that folder for image storage. Selecting [Default] will use the root folder for image storage. If you have created a subfolder in the root folder by changing the [Target folder] setting, images are saved in that folder.

Overwriting Files of the Same Name

Configured in [FTP server]  [Overwrite same file].

When the transmitter is configured to prevent overwriting

If there is already a file of the same name in the target folder on the FTP server, the new file is saved with an extension consisting of an underline and a number, 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 file is saved with an extension consisting of an underline, a letter, and a number, as in IMG_0003_a1.JPG.

Passive Mode

Configured in [FTP server]  [Passive mode]. Enable this setting in network environments protected by a firewall. If an Error 41 occurs (“Cannot connect to FTP server”), setting passive mode to [Enable] may enable access to the FTP server.

Preventing Changes to Settings

To prevent accidental changes to LAN settings, set [Protect settings] to [On].

Saving and Loading Settings

Network settings can be saved on a memory card for use with other cameras.

Saving Settings

In [WFT settings], select [Set up].

Select [LAN settings].

Select the settings number.

Here, select the settings number that identifies the

LAN settings.

Select [Change].

Select [Save settings].

Saving and Loading Settings

Select [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) and the extension NIF. You can rename the file as desired by selecting [Change file name].

Loading Settings

Load settings files stored on a memory card as follows. Also use this procedure when loading settings files created on a computer. Make sure the settings file is saved in the folder shown when the memory card is opened (that is, the root directory).

Select [Load settings].

Select the settings file.

X Select a settings file that matches your network

environment.

Load the settings file.

X Information from the settings file is loaded into the

selected settings number.

Using External Media

Commercially available external media, connected via USB, can be used

the same way as CF and SD cards. You can also back up images from CF

and SD cards onto external media.

Note that external media must meet the following requirements.

Use media conforming to the USB Mass Storage Class Specification. If an external hard disk drive is used, use a self-powered drive. Bus-

powered drives do not work in some situations.

The main image storage area must be formatted with a FAT16 or

FAT32 file system.

Use media with a main image storage area of less than 1 TB

(terabyte), with 512 bytes per sector.

Do not use external media equipped with a card slot.

Connecting External Media

Before connecting external media to the transmitter, switch the camera’s power switch to <

OFF

>. Also turn off external media that has its own power supply.

When connecting external media, be sure to use the USB cable provided with the camera.

The transmitter USB port is not hot-pluggable. USB cables cannot be connected or disconnected at any time. Follow the instructions in this section when connecting or disconnecting USB cables.

Plug the external media into the USB port.

Open the port cover and connect the external

media.

Do not connect external media via a USB hub. If the external media is self-powered, turn it on

after connecting it.

In [WFT settings], select [USB device connec.].

If you will not use a wireless or wired LAN at the

same time as the external media, set [Communication mode] to [Disconnect].

Select [Storage].

Select [Connect].

Connecting External Media

Select [OK].

Camera operations such as shooting, menu

display, or image playback are not possible until the connection is established.

When the transmitter is connected to the external

media, the transmitter’s < and a message is displayed indicating that a connection has been established.

When the confirmation message is displayed,

select [OK].

X At this point, the menu option [Disconnect]

becomes available. Select this option before disconnecting the external media.

USB

> lamp is lit in green

X After you exit the menu, the rear LCD panel

indicates that external media is connected.

External media cannot be formatted using the camera. Format it with a FAT16 or FAT32 file system using the computer.

Connecting External Media

Unplugging External Media from the USB Port

Before unplugging external media from the USB port, always select [Disconnect] as shown in step 5. Follow the instructions displayed to terminate the connection.

The connection will not be terminated if you simply turn off the camera and external media. If you unplug external media while the connection is still active, plug the external media into the USB port again and follow the preceding steps to terminate the connection.

Power Supply to External Media

External media is powered via the transmitter’s USB port as needed. However, external hard disk drives may not work after connection in some cases.

Power Management

If you will not use a wireless or wired LAN at the

same time as the external media, set [Communication mode] to [Disconnect]. The camera battery drains faster under settings other than [Disconnect] because power saving is disabled.

Setting [Power saving] to [Enable] enables the

power supply to external media to be stopped automatically, conserving the camera battery. Power is supplied again automatically during shooting, when captured images are stored.

Before shooting movie, set [Power saving] to [Disable] and make sure the transmitter’s < is lit in green. If you start shooting movie when the < recorded to external media.

USB

> lamp is out or blinking, the movie may not be

USB

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Choosing Recording Media When Shooting

Images can be stored on external media connected via USB just as on CF and SD cards. You can also configure [Record func.], [Record/play], and [Folder] settings (described below) to use the external media. For details, refer to the Camera Instruction Manual (page 56). When recording movies to a hard disk, use a hard disk with fast write speeds.

On the [5] tab, select [Record func+media/folder sel.].

X The icon for external media is displayed next to

icons for the CF and SD cards.

Complete the following settings, as needed. For

details on using [Record/play] with external media, refer to the next page.

Although the < power off, shooting is still possible. Any images captured at this time are stored temporarily in the camera's internal memory and then recorded on external media when the < green.

USB

> lamp will blink in green briefly if the camera is restarted or recovering from auto

USB

> lamp remains lit in

Choosing Recording Media When Shooting

[Record/play] Setting

When you select external media in [Record/play], the [Select location for DCIM folder] screen is displayed. The DCIM folder contains the EOS1D folder, where images are stored.

To create the DCIM folder in the first folder

displayed when the external media is opened (that is, the root directory), select the default setting of [/].

To create another parent folder for the DCIM

folder, select [Create folder]. A screen is displayed for entering the folder name.

By default, the folder name comprises the current

date (last two digits of the year, in addition to the month and day) and numbers representing the order the folder was created, in a range of 01 to

99.

Always use 8 characters for the folder name.

For instructions on entering the folder name, refer to “Virtual Keyboard Operation” (p.27).

Copying Images

Images can be copied to external media connected via USB just as to CF and SD cards.

On the [5] tab, select [Record func+media/folder sel.].

X The icon for external media is displayed next to

icons for the CF and SD cards.

Select the source media in [Record/ play].

After selection, press the <7> button to return

to the menu screen.

On the [3] tab, select [Image copy].

For subsequent instructions, refer to the Camera

Instruction Manual (page 176). Operations are the same as when using a CF or SD card, except that the external media icon <u> is displayed.

Backing Up on External Media

Images stored on CF or SD cards can be backed up on external media. Initially, captured images are stored in the DCIM folder on CF or SD cards. Selecting [External

media backup] backs up this DCIM folder to external media.

On the [3] tab, select [External media backup].

Check the free space on the media.

Make sure more space is available on the external

media than the amount used on the memory card. If less free space is available on the external media, backup is not possible.

Select the method of backup.

Select [Quick backup] or [Backup].

You can also backup the MISC folder, where printing and transfer instructions are stored. External media cannot be backed up onto memory cards. If the backup destination already has a folder of the same number containing images of the same

number, [Skip image and continue], [Replace existing image], and [Cancel backup] are displayed. Select the backup method and press <0>.

•[Skip image and continue]: All images are backed up except for images of the same number as existing images

•[Replace existing image]: All images are backed up, including images of the same number as existing images

Shooting is not possible during backup. Press [Cancel] before shooting.

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