Canon DS508152 User Manual

Wireless File Transmitter

WFT-E1A

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.

Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E1A enable your EOS digital camera to send the captured images to an FTP server via a wireless or wired LAN. It works with IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g wireless LANs and 100 Base-TX Ethernet wired LANs.

EOS digital cameras compatible with the WFT-E1A are listed on Canon’s Web site. Or you can inquire at a Canon Service Center.

Image Transfer Overview

Wireless LAN-1

Images are directly transmitted (ad hoc) to an FTP server equipped with a wireless LAN adapter.

Wireless LAN adapter

(Commercially available)

FTP server

Wireless LAN-2

Images are transmitted (infrastructure) to an FTP server via a wireless LAN access point.

Wireless LAN access point (Commercially available)

Wired LAN

The camera is connected via a LAN cable to transmit images to the FTP server.

Ethernet port

Item Check List

Check that all the following items have been included with the WFT-E1A. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.

¢ Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E1A

¢ Normal Antenna NA-E1

¢ Interface Cable IFC-15D4

Cable approx. 15 cm/0.5 ft long (dust- and water-resistant) to connect to the IEEE 1394 port. Used when the WFT-E1A is attached to the camera’s tripod socket.

¢ Interface Cable IFC-150D4

Cable approx. 1.5 m/4.9 ft long (dust- and water-resistant) to connect to the IEEE 1394 port. Used when the WFT-E1A is placed some distance away from the camera.

¢ Tripod socket (with anti-rotation rubber pad)

Used when the WFT-E1A is attached to the camera’s tripod socket.

¢ Case

Case for the WFT-E1A. Can be mounted on a belt. Strap also provided.

¢ WFT-E1/ WFT-E1A Utility Disk

Contains the instruction manual (what you are reading now) and software for creating the settings ﬁle.

Introduction

¢ Warranty card

* Battery Pack and Battery Charger are not included. If necessary, purchase them separately

(p.18).

* Be careful not to lose any of the items included with the WFT-E1A.

¡ Canon and EOS are trademarks of Canon Inc. ¡ Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and

other countries.

¡ Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Corporation in the United States and other countries. ¡ All other corporate names and trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their

respective owners.

Conventions Used in this Manual

¡The instructions in this manual assume that the proper settings for the wireless LAN or

wired LAN and FTP server have been completed. For details on how to set these settings, consult the manufacturer of the respective equipment.

¡The menu screens are based on the EOS-1Ds Mark II’s. ¡Terms in brackets [ ] indicate the button name, icon name, camera menu item, etc. ¡The number in parentheses indicate the number of the page where you can ﬁnd more

information.

¡This manual assumes that you have read the camera’s instruction manual and are

familiar with camera operation procedures.

¡This manual uses the following alert symbols:

: The Caution symbol indicates a warning to prevent mishaps.

: The Note symbol gives supplemental information.

¡In this manual, “Windows XP” refers to Windows XP Home Edition/Professional, and

“Windows 2000” refers to Windows 2000 Professional.

Contents

Introduction

Item Check List .......................................................................................................................3

Conventions Used in this Manual ............................................................................................ 4

Safety Warnings ......................................................................................................................7

Handling Precautions .............................................................................................................. 8

Creating the Settings File 9

TCP/IP Settings ..................................................................................................................... 10

FTP Settings .........................................................................................................................11

Wireless LAN Settings ..........................................................................................................12

Saving the Settings ...............................................................................................................14

2 Setting Up the WFT-E1A 15

Nomenclature ........................................................................................................................16

Installing and Removing the Battery .....................................................................................18

Using a Household Power Outlet .......................................................................................... 20

Attaching the Antenna ...........................................................................................................21

Attaching to the Camera .......................................................................................................22

Setting the LAN ..................................................................................................................... 23

Selecting the LAN Type ........................................................................................................25

Checking the Connection Status ...........................................................................................26

3 Transferring Images 29

Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot ........................................................................... 30

Image Batch Transfer After Shooting ....................................................................................32

Transferring RAW+JPEG Images ......................................................................................... 36

4 Changing the LAN Settings with the Camera 37

Setting TCP/IP ......................................................................................................................38

Setting the DNS Server .........................................................................................................39

Setting the FTP Server .......................................................................................................... 40

Setting Wireless LAN ............................................................................................................43

Protecting and Saving the Settings ....................................................................................... 44

5 Reference 45

Troubleshooting Guide ..........................................................................................................46

Error Number Description .....................................................................................................48

Specifications ........................................................................................................................49

Index .....................................................................................................................................50

Model DS508152

For use of original antenna (NA-E1)

For body worn operation, this Model DS508152 has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the Canon accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.

For use of option antenna (ERA-E1)

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment should be installed and operated with at least 20cm and more between the radiator and person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and legs).

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital

devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Do not make any changes or modiﬁcations to the equipment unless otherwise speciﬁed in the manual. If such changes or modiﬁcations should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Safety Warnings

Follow these safeguards and use the equipment properly to prevent injury, death, and material damage.

Preventing Serious Injury or Death

• To prevent ﬁre, excessive heat, chemical leakage, and explosions, follow the safeguards below:

- Do not use any batteries, power sources, and accessories not speciﬁed in this booklet. Do not use any home-made or modiﬁed batteries.

- Do not short-circuit, disassemble, or modify the battery pack. Do not apply heat or apply solder to the battery pack or back-up battery. Do not expose the battery pack or back-up battery to ﬁre or water. And do not subject the battery pack or back-up battery to strong physical shock.

- Do not install the battery pack in reversed polarity (+ –).

- Do not recharge the battery pack outside the allowable ambient temperature range of 0°C - 40°C (32°F 104°F). Also, do not exceed the recharging time.

- Do not insert any foreign metallic objects into the electrical contacts of the WFT-E1A, accessories, connecting cables, etc.

• When disposing of a battery pack, insulate the electrical contacts with tape to prevent contact with other metallic objects or batteries. This is to prevent ﬁre or an explosion.

• If excessive heat, smoke, or fumes are emitted during battery pack recharging, immediately unplug the battery charger from the power outlet to stop the recharging and prevent a ﬁre.

• If the battery pack or back-up battery leaks, changes color, deforms, or emits smoke or fumes, remove it immediately. Be careful not to get burned in the process.

• Prevent any battery leakage from contacting your eyes, skin, and clothing. It can cause blindness or skin problems. If the battery leakage contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing, ﬂush the affected area with lots of clean water without rubbing it. See a physician immediately.

• During the recharging, keep the equipment away from the reach of children. The cord can accidentally choke the child or give an electrical shock.

• Do not leave any cords near a heat source. It can deform the cord or melt the insulation and cause a ﬁre or electrical shock.

• When the WFT-E1A is not in use, disconnect the power plug and remove the battery pack. This is to prevent electrical shock, heat generation, and ﬁre.

• Do not use the equipment where there is ﬂammable gas. This is to prevent an explosion or ﬁre.

• If you drop the equipment and the casing breaks open to expose the internal parts, do not touch the internal parts due to the possibility of electrical shock.

• Do not disassemble or modify the equipment. High-voltage internal parts can cause electrical shock.

• Do not store the equipment in dusty or humid places. This is to prevent ﬁre and electrical shock.

• Before using the camera inside an airplane or hospital, check if it is allowed. Electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the plane’s instruments or the hospital’s medical equipment.

• To prevent ﬁre and electrical shock, follow the safeguards below:

- Always insert the power plug all the way in.

- Do not handle a power plug with wet hands.

- When unplugging a power plug, grasp and pull the plug instead of the cord.

- Do not scratch, cut, or excessively bend the cord or put a heavy object on the cord. Also do not twist or tie

the cords.

- Do not connect too many power plugs to the same power outlet.

- Do not use a cord whose insulation has been damaged.

• Occasionally unplug the power plug and use a dry cloth to clean off the dust around the power outlet. If the surrounding is dusty, humid, or oily, the dust on the power outlet may become moist and short-circuit the outlet to cause a ﬁre.

• Be careful not to poke the tip of the antenna into someone’s eyes. It can cause visual impairment.

Introduction

Preventing Injury or Equipment Damage

• Do not leave equipment inside a car under the hot sun or near a heat source. The equipment may become hot and cause skin burns.

• Do not cover or wrap the battery-recharging apparatus with a cloth. Doing so may trap heat within and cause the casing to deform or catch ﬁre.

• If you drop the camera in water or if water or metal fragments enter inside the camera, promptly remove the battery pack and back-up battery. This is to prevent ﬁre and electrical shock.

• Do not use or leave the battery pack in a hot environment. Doing so may cause battery leakage or a shorter battery life. The battery pack can also become hot and cause skin burns.

• Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the equipment. Doing so may cause ﬁre or a health hazard.

If the product does not work properly, requires repair, or is damaged, contact your dealer or your nearest Canon Service Center.

Handling Precautions

Product Care and Storage

The WFT-E1A is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock. The WFT-E1A is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If it gets wet, detach the battery and promptly consult your nearest Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a clean, dry cloth. If the WFT-E1A has been exposed to salty air, wipe with a well-wrung wet cloth. Never leave the WFT-E1A near anything having a strong magnetic ﬁeld such as a magnet or electric motor. Do not leave the WFT-E1A in excessive heat such as in a car in direct sunlight. High temperatures can cause the WFT-E1A to malfunction. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents to clean the WFT-E1A. For stubborn dirt, take the WFT-E1A to a Canon Service Center. If the WFT-E1A will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store the WFT-E1A in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location. Avoid storing the WFT-E1A where there are corrosive chemicals such as a darkroom or chemical lab.

LCD Panel Care

At low temperatures, the liquid-crystal display response may become slower. And at high temperatures, the display may blacken. In either case, the display will return to normal at room temperature.

Operation Restrictions

Use the WFT-E1A only with a compatible EOS digital camera. Using it with an incompatible product may result in malfunction, accident, etc., not covered by the product warranty. Use the WFT-E1A only for image transfers via wireless LAN or wired LAN devices. If you use the WFT-E1A for any other purpose, Canon cannot be held liable for any damage or injury that may occur. The WFT-E1A can only be used in the following countries: Japan, USA, Canada, France, Italy, Germany, Great Britain, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Ireland, Denmark, Greece, Spain, Portugal, Austria, Finland, Sweden, Poland, Hungary, Czech, Slovakia, Slovenia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Cyprus, Malta, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, Australia, and New Zealand. For other countries, inquire through Canon’s Customer Service Center. In France, using the WFT-E1A outdoors is prohibited. In Italy, if used outside of own premises, general authorization is required. This device may experience signal interference caused by other devices emitting radio waves (microwave ovens, Bluetooth appliances, etc.). Keep the device away from such devices or do not use the devices at the same time. The performance of this transmitter is guaranteed only when used with the Canon antenna (NA-E1 or ERA-E1)

Creating

the Settings File

First you must create the settings ﬁle to enable image transfers from the WFT-E1A to the FTP server or wireless LAN access point (or wireless LAN adapter). Then you load the settings ﬁle in the camera with a memory card.

Although this chapter uses Windows XP screenshots, the procedure is the same for Windows 2000 and the Mac OS X.

TCP/IP Settings

DHCP Server Setting

¡ If you will not use a DHCP server, select [Use below IP address] and enter the [IP

address], [Subnet mask], and [Gateway] text ﬁelds.

DNS Server Setting

¡ If you will use a DNS server, checkmark the [¢ Use DNS server] box and enter the

DNS server address.

¡ If you use a DHCP server, the DNS server address acquired automatically from the

DHCP server will override any other address.

FTP Settings

Creating the Settings File

Target Server Settings

Enter the target FTP server’s [Address] or [Server name] and [Port No.]. If you enter both the [Address] and [Server name], the [Address] will override the [Server name].

¡ Enter the name of the target FTP server’s [Target folder]. If this is left blank, the

images will be saved in the root folder set by the FTP server. The same DCIM/ 100EOS1D folder hierarchy as in the memory card will be created automatically. If the camera has two memory card slots and the CF card is selected to save the images, the A/DCIM/100EOS1D folder hierarchy will be created automatically to save the images. If the SD card is selected to save the images, the B/DCIM/100EOS1D folder hierarchy will be created automatically to save the images. (CF card images will be in folder A, while SD card images will be in folder B.)

¡ If you want to use the passive mode, checkmark the [¢ Use passive mode] box. ¡ To allow an image ﬁle in the target folder to be overwritten by a ﬁle having the same

name, checkmark the [¢ Overwrite same ﬁle] box.

User Settings

¡ Enter the [Login name] and [Login password] required by the FTP server.

Proxy Settings

¡ If you will use a proxy, enter the proxy server’s [Address] or [Server name] and [Port

No.]. If you enter both the [Address] and [Server name], the [Address] will override

the [Server name].

Wireless LAN Settings

Basic Settings

[SSID]

¡ Enter the SSID (or ESS-ID) that has been set for the wireless LAN access point or

wireless LAN adapter. If the wireless LAN access point is set to ANY connection, set the SSID for the wireless LAN access point.

[Conn. Method]

¡ Select either [Infrastructure] or [Ad hoc] for the connection. ¡ If you will use IEEE 802.11g, select [Infrastructure]. [Ad hoc] does not enable image

transfers.

[Channel]

¡ With [Infrastructure], the channel is set automatically. ¡ With [Ad hoc], the same channel as for the wireless LAN adapter will be set.

Wireless LAN Settings

Authentication and Encryption

Set the [Authentication], [Encryption], and [Key Format] to the same settings as for the wireless LAN access point or wireless LAN adapter. The possible settings will vary depending on the combination as shown below.

Creating the Settings File

Conn. Method Authentication

Open System

Infrastructure

Shared key WEP See WEP settings above.

WPA-PSK TKIP

Ad hoc

None

Encryption Method Key Format

WEP

None

WEP See WEP settings above.

TKIP See TKIP settings above.

Encryption

• Enter 10 hexadecimal char.

• Enter 26 hexadecimal char.

• Enter 5 ASCII characters

• Enter 13 ASCII characters

• Enter 64 hexadecimal char.

• Enter 8-63 ASCII characters

Settings Protect

To prevent the camera from changing the LAN settings, put a checkmark. You can also enable/disable the [Protect settings] with the camera’s menu screen (p.44).

Saving the Settings

You must now save the settings ﬁle to a memory card. Have a memory card on hand to save data.

Select the [TCP/IP] tab.

Click the [Save settings] button.

a The Save dialog box will appear.

Save without changing the ﬁle name.

¡ If you save the ﬁle with a different ﬁle name, the

camera will not be able to read the ﬁle.

¡ Select the drive where the memory card is

inserted, then open the memory card (in the root directory) and save the ﬁle to the memory card.

¡ To load the settings ﬁle into the camera, see

page 23.

¡ Save the settings ﬁle while the memory card is open. If you save the ﬁle by putting it inside

the memory card folder, the camera will not be able to read the ﬁle from the memory card.

¡ Do not save more than one settings ﬁle in the memory card. If there are multiple settings

ﬁles, the camera will not be able to read the ﬁle.

By clicking the [Read settings] button, you can read the settings ﬁle saved in the memory card or hard disk.

Setting Up the WFT-E1A

This chapter explains the WFT-E1A’s nomenclature and preparatory steps for image transfers.

Nomenclature

For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (p.**).

Battery compartment

cover (p.18)

Battery compartment

cover release lever

(p.18)

IEEE 1394 port (p.22)

Antenna socket (p.21)

USB port (p.22)

Antenna (p.21)

Power lamp

(p.22)

LINK lamp

(p.26)

LCD panel (p.17)

Power switch (p.22)

Tripod screw hole

Ethernet RJ-45 port

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