Before using the WFT-E2 II with an EOS-1D Mark III or EOS-1Ds Mark III, make sure the
camera firmware is Ver. 1.3.0 or later for the EOS-1D Mark III and Ver. 1.2.0 or later for the
EOS-1Ds Mark III.
For details, contact a Canon Service Center.
This instruction manual describes the use of the transmitter when connected to the EOS-1D
Mark III or EOS-1Ds Mark III.
When using the transmitter with the EOS-1D Mark IV, refer to the PDF manual in the
EOS_1DIV folder.
To EOS-1D Mark IV Users
To comply with local radio wave regulations, Canon offers four region-specific versions of
the transmitter (WFT-E2 IIA, E2 IIB, E2 IIC, and E2 IID) in various areas around the world
(p.6). For convenience, we refer to the product in this manual simply as “the transmitter,”
without reference to versions A, B, C, or D.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Introduction
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The Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2 II is an accessory for EOS-1D Mark III and EOS-1Ds
Mark III cameras (supporting wireless and wired LAN functions and equipped with a USB port).
It enables the following operations. The WFT-E2 II is compatible with IEEE 802.11a/b/g
wireless LANs as well as 100 Base-TX Ethernet wired LANs.
Wireless and Wired LAN Functions
FTP Transfer
Transfer images to an FTP server
EOS Utility
Use EOS Utility to capture, view, and
download images remotely
Functions When Connected via USB
External Media
Record, backup, or copy images onto external
media
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WFT Server
Use a web browser to capture, view,
and download images remotely
GPS
Add information regarding the latitude,
longitude, altitude, and date and time of
shooting to images
Conventions Used in this Manual
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These instructions should be followed only after your wireless or wired LAN and FTP server
settings are complete. For details on configuring these settings, refer to the documentation
provided with the respective equipment.
Camera menu screens depicted in this manual are generally those of the EOS-1D Mark III.Terms in brackets [ ] indicate button or icon names or other software elements. Brackets
also denote camera menu items.
Page numbers in parentheses indicate where you can find additional information.Instructions on camera operations should be followed only after you have read the Camera
Instruction Manual and are familiar with operating the camera.
Sections of this manual labeled with the following symbols contain information of the
corresponding nature.
: Warnings to avoid potential problems are labeled with a caution symbol.
: Supplemental information is labeled with a note symbol.
Introduction
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.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.Wi-Fi Certified, WPA, WPA2, and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are trademarks of the Wi-Fi
Alliance.
UPnP is a trademark of the UPnP Implementers Corporation.All other corporate and brand 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 or wired LAN and FTP server.
Canon cannot provide support for configuring wireless or wired LANs or FTP servers.
Note that Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or damage to the transmitter from erroneous network
or FTP server settings. In addition, Canon cannot be held liable for any other loss or damage caused by
use of the transmitter.
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Contents
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Introduction 2
Conventions Used in this Manual ...................................................................................................... 3
Areas of Use and Restrictions ........................................................................................................... 6
Index ................................................................................................................................................ 98
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3
4
5
6
7
8
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Areas of Use and Restrictions
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To comply with local radio wave regulations in various areas around the world, Canon offers
four region-specific versions of the transmitter (WFT-E2 IIA, E2 IIB, E2 IIC, and E2 IID) as
described below. Please do not use your model (version) of transmitter in regions it was not
designed for.
For information on other areas where the transmitter can be used, contact a Canon Service
Center.
Model
(Version)
WFT-E2 IIA United States, Canada, Singapore, and Hong Kong
Japan, France, Italy, Germany, United Kingdom, Belgium,
the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Ireland, Denmark, Greece,
Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Cyprus, Malta, Iceland, Norway,
Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Australia, New Zealand, Russia,
and Hong Kong
Area of Use
In France, outdoor use is prohibited.In mainland China, outdoor use requires a permit in some areas.
IEEE 802.11a Restrictions
When IEEE 802.11a wireless networking is used, channels in gray in the following table cannot
be used. These restrictions are established by local regulations, which must be upheld.
The transmitter can be used on channels in blue. Regarding channels in yellow, some
restrictions apply. Refer to the footnotes.
Wireless LAN
Connection Method
WFT-E2 IIA
Indoors
Outdoors
Indoors
WFT-E2 IIB
Outdoors
WFT-E2 IIC
*J: In Japan, outdoor use on channels 52 – 64 is prohibited.
*C: In mainland China, outdoor use requires a permit in some areas.
Infrastructure
Ad hoc
Infrastructure
Ad hoc
Infrastructure
Ad hoc
Infrastructure
Ad hoc
36 – 4852 – 64149 – 165
36 – 4852 – 64149 – 165
36 – 4852 – 64149 – 165
36 – 4852 – 64149 – 165
36 – 4852 – 64100 – 140
36 – 4852 – 64100 – 140
36 – 48
36 – 4852 – 64100 – 140
149 – 161*
Wireless LAN Specification
and Supported Channels
IEEE 802.11a
IEEE 802.11b/g1 – 11 ch
IEEE 802.11a
IEEE 802.11b/g1 – 13 ch
IEEE 802.11a149 – 161 ch
IEEE 802.11b/g1 – 13 ch
IEEE 802.11aNot supported
IEEE 802.11b/g1 – 11 ch
Channel
52 – 64*
C
J
36 – 64 ch
149 – 165 ch
36 – 64 ch
100 – 140 ch
100 – 140
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Areas of Use and Restrictions
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The following actions may be punishable under law. Disassembling or modifying the
transmitter, or removing the certification label on it.
Do not use the transmitter near other devices that emit radio waves, such as medical
equipment or electronic devices. The transmitter may interfere with operation of these
devices.
Use the transmitter only with a compatible EOS DIGITAL camera. Using it with incompatible
cameras may cause malfunction, accidents, and other problems not covered under
warranty.
Use the transmitter as a wireless or wired LAN device as described in this instruction
manual. If you use the transmitter for any other purpose, Canon cannot be held liable for
any loss or damage that may occur.
Introduction
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Safety Warnings
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The following precautions are intended to prevent harm to you and others as well as damage to
equipment. Become familiar with the precautions before using the transmitter to ensure correct
and safe operation.
Warning Preventing Serious Injury or Death
To prevent fire, excessive heat, chemical leakage, or explosion, follow these safety guidelines.
• Do not insert metallic objects between electrical contacts of the transmitter, accessories, or connecting cables.
Do not use the transmitter where there is flammable gas. There is a risk of explosion or fire.If the transmitter is dropped and internal parts are exposed, do not touch the exposed parts. There is a risk of
electrical shock.
Do not disassemble or modify the transmitter. High-voltage internal parts may cause electrical shock.Do not store the transmitter in dusty or humid places. There is a risk of fire or electrical shock.Before using the transmitter on board airplanes or in hospitals, make sure use is permitted. Electromagnetic
waves emitted by the transmitter may interfere with instrumentation or medical equipment.
Caution Preventing Injury or Equipment Damage
Do not leave the transmitter inside a vehicle in hot weather or near a heat source. The transmitter may become
hot and cause burns if touched.
Do not cover or wrap the transmitter with a cloth. This may trap heat inside, posing a risk of case deformation or
fire.
Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the transmitter. This poses a risk of fire and
may be hazardous to your health.
If the product 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 a clean, dry cloth. If the transmitter has been exposed to salty air,
wipe it with a clean damp cloth after wringing it out to remove excess water.
Never leave the transmitter near any equipment that generates a strong magnetic field,
such as magnets or electric motors.
Do not leave the transmitter in excessive heat, such as in a vehicle in direct sunlight. High
temperature may damage the transmitter.
Do not wipe the transmitter using cleaners containing organic solvents. If the transmitter
becomes difficult to clean, take it to the nearest Canon Service Center.
To avoid corrosion, do not store the transmitter where there are strong chemicals, such as in
darkrooms or chemical labs.
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Nomenclature
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USB port
Ethernet
RJ-45 port
Port cover
Terminal cap
receptacle
<
USB
> USB lamp
LAN
> Network lamp
<
Locking lever
Attachment pin
Tightening
screw
Terminal
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Transmitter Case
Waterproof/Dustproof USB Cap*
External Media Case*
*1: For storing portable hard disks or other devices.
*2: Attach this cap before connecting the USB cable in rainy weather or under other adverse conditions.
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2
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Attaching to the Camera
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Turn off the camera before attaching the transmitter.
Ensure the camera battery has sufficient charge. If the charge drops below 19%, you
cannot transfer captured images or back them up to external media.
Remove the terminal cap from the
camera.
1
Unscrew the extension system terminal cap to
remove it.
Screw the terminal cap into the terminal cap
receptacle of the transmitter.
Move the lever into the release position.
2
Attach the transmitter.
3
Align the attachment pin with the WFT-E2 II/E2 IIA
mounting hole on the camera.
Push the terminal firmly into the camera.As you push the terminal into the camera, turn the
tightening screw until it stops rotating to attach the
transmitter securely.
Camera terminal cap
Move the lever into the locked position.
4
The transmitter is now attached to the camera.The transmitter will be powered by the camera.
Removal
Turn off the camera.Push the lever down, into the release position.Loosen the tightening screw until it spins freely.Pull the terminal out of the camera.
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Subsequent Organization of This Manual
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In addition to wireless and wired LAN functions, the WFT-E2 II can communicate with external
media and GPS devices.
For instructions on operations after you have attached the transmitter to the camera, click one
of the following chapter titles to view the corresponding page.
Using a Wireless or Wired LAN
(Basic Network Settings)
Chapters 1 to 5
Using External Media
Chapter 6
Using GPS Devices
Chapter 7
Introduction
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Basic Network Settings
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Complete the basic network settings by following the instructions of the
transmitter connection wizard on the camera menu screen, which provides
guidance.
Getting Ready
The connection wizard helps you follow the steps to connect the transmitter to an
existing wireless or wired LAN.
To connect to a wireless LAN, prepare the wireless LAN device (wireless LAN access
point or wireless LAN adapter) and computer in advance so that they are ready for
you to connect the transmitter to the wireless network. When configuring the basic
network settings, bring the transmitter within 3 m/9.8 ft. of the wireless LAN device.
To connect to a wired LAN, use a LAN cable to connect the transmitter and computer.
Prepare the transmitter for connection to the wired network.
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Displaying the Connection Wizard
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This section describes the process of following the connection wizard instructions. If an error is
displayed, refer to “Troubleshooting” in Chapter 8 (p.71) and check the settings.
Pressing the shutter button or other camera controls during configuration by the connection
wizard will close the connection wizard. Do not press the shutter button or other controls
until configuration is finished.
On the [5] tab, set [Auto power off] to [Off]. If auto power off is activated, the connection
wizard will be closed during the configuration process.
Turn the camera on.
1
Display the transmitter menu.
2
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].
3
X The [Select communication method] screen is
displayed.
X The <
Although terminology on the [Select communication method] screen has been updated since the
WFT-E2, the functionality is the same.
Cameras updated with firmware versions enabling the use of WFT-E2 II will display the same
information for [Select communication method] and [Communication mode] whether WFT-E2
or WFT-E2 II is attached.
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LAN
> lamp starts blinking.
Following the Connection Wizard
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Selecting the Communication Method
Turn the <5> dial to select the communication
method, and then press <0>.
Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next
screen.
• FTP trans.
Choose this option to transfer captured images to an FTP server.
Images can be automatically transferred as you shoot them, or you can select images for
transfer later.
Computer Operating Systems
Operation via [FTP trans.] requires that Windows Vista (Business, Enterprise, or Ultimate
Edition for 32- or 64-bit systems), Windows XP Professional, Windows 2000, or Mac OS X
10.4 be installed on your computer. In addition, the computer must be prepared as an FTP
server in advance.
For instructions on preparing your computer as an FTP server, refer to the computer
documentation.
Windows Vista Home Premium and Home Basic Edition as well as Windows XP Home
Edition cannot be used because FTP server functionality is not supported.
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Basic Network Settings
• EOSUtility
Choose this option when using EOS Utility for remote capture over a wireless or wired LAN.
In addition to remote capture, all camera operations in EOS Utility are supported because a
wireless or wired network is used with this option instead of the USB cable.
Requires a computer with EOS Utility (included with your camera) installed.
• WFTserver
Choose this option for remote capture over a wireless or wired LAN.
In addition, images on a memory card in the camera can be viewed and downloaded to a
computer.
The camera can be accessed like browsing a webpage, by users at up to three computers.
Computer Operating Systems
Any computer with a web browser can be used, regardless of the operating system.
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Selecting the LAN Type
Turn the <5> dial to select the type of LAN, and
then press <0>.
Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next
screen.
Wireless LAN
Active wireless LAN devices in your area are found and listed.
Wired LAN
The [Network] settings screen is displayed. If you have selected a wired network, refer to page
18, “Configuring Network Settings.”
Use a Category 5 or higher STP LAN cable. (STP: Shielded Twisted Pair)
Selecting the Wireless Network
Wireless LAN devices are listed with identifying information. Select the SSID (or ESS-ID) of
your desired wireless LAN device.
To select the wireless LAN device, press <0>.Turn the <5> dial to select the wireless LAN
device, and then press <0>.
Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next
screen.
1 Indicates whether the device is in infrastructure or ad hoc mode
2 An icon is displayed if the wireless LAN device is encrypting communication
3 Indicates the first 9 characters of the SSID
4 Indicates the channel used
Encryption by Wireless LAN Devices
If the wireless LAN device is encrypting communication, select the corresponding method in
[Authentication] and [Encryption].
[Authentication]: Open system, Shared key, WPA-PSK, or WPA2-PSK[Encryption]: WEP, TKIP, or AES
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[Enter connection] and [Search again]
To configure settings for the wireless LAN device manually, select [Enter connection] and
press <0>. Complete the settings for the items displayed, one after another.
To search for wireless LAN devices again, select [Search again] and press <0>.
Entering the Wireless LAN Encryption Key
Next, enter the encryption key of the wireless LAN device. 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 device.
The [Key index] screen is displayed only if WEP
1
2
encryption is used by the wireless LAN device.
Turn the <5> dial to select the key index number
specified as the access point, and then press
<0>.
Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next
screen.
Turn the <5> dial to select the key format, and
then press <0>.
Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next
screen.
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Basic Network Settings
Enter the encryption key.To switch between input areas, press the <H>
3
button.
To move the cursor, turn the <5> dial.In the bottom input area, turn the <5> dial and
press <0> to enter the encryption key.
If you make a mistake, press the <L> button to
erase it.
Press the <7> button to go to the next screen.To return to the previous screen, press the
<6> button. The entry is erased.
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Configuring Network Settings
Turn the <5> dial to select how to configure the
network settings, and then press <0>.
Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next
screen.
[Auto setting]
Settings otherwise configured with [Manual setting] can be configured automatically.
However, the IP address and similar settings must be automatically assigned and
configured in environments using DHCP servers or wireless LAN devices or routers
supporting DHCP server functions.
If an error is displayed, select [Manual setting] regardless of whether the IP address and
similar settings are automatically assigned and configured.
[Manual setting]
The [IP address set.] screen is displayed after you select
manual configuration. 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 [IP address], [Subnet mask], [Gateway], and
[DNS address] on each screen as they are displayed.
If you are not sure what to enter, refer to page 86, “Checking
Network Settings,” or ask the network administrator or
another person knowledgeable about the network.
When entering numbers for the IP address, subnet mask,
and so on, press <0> to move the input position and turn
the <5> dial to enter the number.
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Completing Settings for the Communication Method
The following instructions are for settings screens that vary depending on the communication
method (FTP Transfer, EOS Utility, or WFT Server), as shown below. Read the page that
introduces the selected communication method.
FTP trans.
Chapter 2 (p.21)
EOSUtility
Chapter 3 (p.35)
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Basic Network Settings
Windows Vista Users
Before performing the operations from page 35, perform the operations below. If these operations are
not performed, the WFT Pairing Software described on page 36 may not start.
Open the [C Drive] [Program Files] [Canon] [EOS Utility] [WFTPairing] folder (in this
order), and then double-click the [WFT FirewallSettings] icon.
After performing this operation, perform the operation on page 36.
WFTserver
Chapter 4 (p.41)
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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 <H>
button.
Moving the cursor
To move the cursor, turn the <5> dial.
You can also move the cursor using <9>.
Entering text
In the bottom input area, turn the <5> dial to move
the cursor and press <0> to enter text.
You can also move the cursor using <9>.
Deleting text
If you make a mistake, press the <L> button to erase
it.
Confirming entries
Press the <7> button to confirm what you have
entered and go to the next screen.
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Canceling entries
Press the <6> button to erase the entry and
return to the previous screen.
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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.
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Configuring FTP Communication Settings
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These instructions are continued from Chapter 1.
Turn the <5> dial to select [Address setting],
1
2
3
and then press <0>.
If you have set the DNS server setting to
[Disable], the screen at left is displayed.
Press <0> to select the input position, and then
turn the <5> dial to enter the IP address of the
FTP server.
If you have set the DNS server IP address setting
to [Auto assign] or [Manual setting], the screen
at left is displayed.
For instructions on screen operations, refer to
“Virtual Keyboard Operation” (p.20).
Enter the FTP server’s server name or IP address.
In [Port No.], enter 00021, in most cases.Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], and then press
<0> to go to the next screen.
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Complete the [Proxy server] settings.Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], and then press
4
<0> to go to the next screen.
Configuring FTP Communication Settings
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Complete the [Login method] settings.Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], and then press
5
<0> to go to the next screen.
Complete the [Target folder] settings.Select [Root folder] to have images saved in the
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7
8
root folder as specified in FTP server settings.
(p.34)
Select [Select folder] to specify a subfolder in the
root folder. If no folder exists, a folder will be
created automatically.
Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], and then press
<0> to connect to the FTP server.
On the confirmation screen displayed next, select
[OK] and press <0>.
X The <
Press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to select the set
Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], and then press
LAN
> lamp is lit in green.
number, and then press <0>.
<0>. After the connection wizard is closed, the
display reverts to the menu screen.
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Transferring Images to an FTP Server
Settings information is stored on the camera. It is
not stored on the transmitter.
The network settings for FTP transfer are now complete.
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Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot
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An image can be automatically transferred to the FTP server immediately after shooting. You
can also continue shooting even while images are being transferred.
Before shooting, be sure to insert a memory card in the camera or connect external media
(p.55). If you shoot without recording images, they cannot be transferred.
In [WFT settings], select [Set up].
1
Select [Automatic transfer].
2
Select [Enable].
Take the picture.
3
X The captured image is transferred to the FTP
server.
During image transfer, the <
LAN
> lamp blinks.
During continuous shooting, images are transferred to the FTP server in the order they are
captured.
The captured images are also stored on the memory card.Any images for which transfer fails or is interrupted can transferred later together.
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Automatic Image Transfer After Each Shot
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Selecting Particular Sizes or Types of Images to Transfer
With automatic transfer, you can choose which images to transfer if images are stored on
different memory cards depending on size, or if images of various types are recorded during
RAW+JPEG shooting.
In [WFT settings], select [Set up].
1
Select [Transfer type/size].
2
Select the size and type of images to
transfer.
3
2
Transferring Images to an FTP Server
If the camera is set up to record larger JPEGs on a CF card and smaller JPEGs on an SD
card and you want to transfer the smaller JPEGs, set [Larger/smaller JPEG] to [Smaller
JPEG].
If the camera is set up to record RAW images on a CF card and JPEGs on an SD card,
specify which images to transfer in the [RAW+JPEG transfer] setting. Similarly, complete
the same setting if RAW+JPEG images are recorded simultaneously on a single memory
card.
If images of the same size are recorded on a CF card, SD card, and external media at the
same time, images recorded on the CF card are transferred, regardless of the image quality
(compression).
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Transferring Images Individually
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Simply press <0> to transfer the currently displayed image. You can also add a caption before
transferring images. You can also continue shooting even while images are being transferred.
Transferring the Current Image
In [WFT settings], select [Set up].
1
Select [Transfer with SET].
2
Select [Enable].
View the image.
3
On the camera body, press the <x> button.Select the image to transfer, and then press <0>
to transfer the image.
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Adding a Caption Before Transfer
You can add a registered caption to each image before transfer. This is effective 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 88.
You can check for captions added to images by examining the Exif information, in the user
comments.
Take the picture.
1
In [WFT settings], select [Transfer with
caption].
2
X The last captured image is displayed.
It is not possible to select other images on the
[Transfer with caption] screen. To select another
image for transfer with a caption, view that image
before following these steps.
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Transferring Images to an FTP Server
Select a caption.
3
Turn the <5> dial to select the [Caption] frame,
and then press <0>.
Turn the <5> dial to select the content of the
caption, and then press <0>.
Transfer the image.
4
Turn the <5> dial to select [Transfer], and then
press <0>.
If you add captions to images that include original decision data, these images are no longer judged to
be original images.
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Batch Transfer
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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.
If both a CF card and SD card are in the camera, or if external media is connected, images are
transferred from the source specified on the menu [5] tab, in [Record func+media/folder sel.] [Record/play].
You can also continue shooting even while images are being transferred.
Selecting Images to Transfer
In [WFT settings], select [Image sel./
transfer].
1
Select [Sel.Image].
2
X An image is displayed.
Select images to transfer.
3
Press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to display <X> in
the upper left corner of the image to transfer.
Press <0> to confirm your selection.
You can select up to 9,999 images.
Press the <y> button to display three images per
screen. Press the <u> button to display one
image per screen again.
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After selecting images to transfer, press the
<7> button.
Transfer the images.
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4
Select [Transfer].Select [OK] on the confirmation screen displayed
Select [Transfer].Select [OK] on the confirmation screen displayed
next.
X A transfer progress screen is displayed.
During image transfer, the <
Selecting [Clear folder transf. history] will set the transfer history of images in the selected folder to
“unsent.” This enables you to resend all the images in the folder later by selecting [Folder images not transfer’d].
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