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WFT-E6
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Canon WFT-E6 User Manual

Wireless File Transmitter
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WFT-E6
Guide for Canon Camcorders
DIE-0415-000
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Introduction
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About this Guide

Assumptions
The instructions in this guide assume you already have a correctly configured and working
wireless network. For details on configuring these settings, refer to the documentation provided with the respective Wi-Fi equipment.
The instructions in this guide assume you are already familiar with basic camcorder
operations, such as accessing and changing menu settings or displaying status screens. If necessary, refer to the camcorder’s Instruction Manual.
Conventions used in this guide
Warnings to avoid potential problems.
Supplemental information.
A Reference page number.
“Access point” refers to a Wi-Fi network’s access point or wireless router. For brevity’s sake, throughout this guide the WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter will be
referred to simply as the “transmitter”.
Setting up the WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter and configuring the Wi-Fi Remote application requires adequate knowledge about configuring Wi-Fi networks. Canon cannot provide support for configuring Wi-Fi networks. Note that Canon shall not be liable for any loss of data or damage to the transmitter resulting from incorrect Wi-Fi network configuration or settings. Additionally, Canon shall not be liable for any loss or damage caused by the use of the WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter.
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Contents

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Introduction 2
About this Guide ................................................................................................................................ 2
Attaching to a Camcorder .................................................................................................................. 4
1 Wi-Fi and Camcorder Settings 7
Three Ways to Connect to a Wi-Fi Network....................................................................................... 8
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) - Button............................................................................................... 9
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) - PIN Code ....................................................................................... 10
Connection Wizard........................................................................................................................... 11
Configuring Network (TCP/IP) Settings ........................................................................................... 15
Saving the Configuration.................................................................................................................. 16
Camcorder Settings ......................................................................................................................... 17
2 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 19
Selecting a Configuration Number................................................................................................... 20
Starting Wi-Fi Remote...................................................................................................................... 21
Wi-Fi Remote: [Advanced Control] .................................................................................................. 24
Wi-Fi Remote: [Basic Control].......................................................................................................... 25
Wi-Fi Remote: [Metadata Input]....................................................................................................... 26
3 Managing Settings Information 27
Checking Settings ............................................................................................................................ 28
Changing Settings............................................................................................................................ 29
4 Troubleshooting 31
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................... 32
About Wi-Fi Networks ...................................................................................................................... 33
Error Messages................................................................................................................................ 34
Index ................................................................................................................................................ 36
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Attaching to a Camcorder

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Turn off the camcorder before attaching the WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter. The transmitter is powered by the camcorder. Make sure the camcorder’s battery pack is sufficiently charged before using the transmitter.
Turn off the camcorder.
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Open the WFT terminal cover.
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Attach the transmitter.
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Align the transmitter’s terminal to the camcorder’s
WFT terminal as shown in the illustration and
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firmly push it in ().
Turn the tightening screw in the direction of the
arrow until it stops to securely attach the transmitter ().
You may find the WFT terminal easier to access if
you remove the camcorder’s grip unit.
Attach the supplied WFT Attachment Bracket.
Position the bracket so it covers the transmitter’s
attachment pin and tighten the screw.
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Attaching to a Camcorder
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Turn on the camcorder.
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If the transmitter was correctly attached, the
icon will appear in the rear panel, next to the remaining battery icon.
Removal
Turn off the camcorder. Loosen the WFT attachment bracket’s screw and remove the WFT attachment bracket. Loosen the transmitter’s tightening screw until it spins freely. Remove the transmitter’s terminal from the camcorder’s WFT terminal and close the WFT
terminal’s cover.
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Wi-Fi and
Camcorder Settings
Complete the Wi-Fi and camcorder settings using the camcorder’s menu
screens.
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Three Ways to Connect to a Wi-Fi Network

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Before using the Wi-Fi Remote application to remotely control the camcorder, you need to wirelessly connect the camcorder (with the transmitter attached) to a Wi-Fi network via an access point (wireless router). There are three ways to do so, and the method you use will depend on the specifications of the access point you want to use. Note that using an unprotected Wi-Fi network can expose your data to monitoring by unauthorized third parties. Be aware of the risks involved.

[WPS: Button]

If your wireless router supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), setup will be easy and require minimal configuring and no passwords. To check if your wireless router has a WPS button and for details about how to activate the Wi-Fi protected setup, refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router.

[WPS: PIN Code]

Even if your wireless router does not have a dedicated WPS button, it may support WPS using a PIN code instead. For setup using a PIN code, you will need to know in advance how to activate the wireless router’s WPS function. For details refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router.

[Connection Wizard]

If your wireless router does not support Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) or you wish to manually configure settings, you can use the Connection Wizard to manually set the various settings. This requires more advanced knowledge of Wi-Fi and network settings.
Depending on the country/region of use, some restrictions on outdoor use or Ad Hoc mode use may apply when operating the IEEE802.11a/n wireless standard in the 5 GHz band. For details see Areas of Use and Restrictions (separate leaflet supplied with the transmitter).
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Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) - Button

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Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is the easiest way to set up the Wi-Fi network. However, it may not work correctly if there are several active access points in the area. In such case try using the [WPS: Pin Code] (A 10) or [Connection Wizard] (A 11) option.
Open the [Set Up New] submenu.
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[w Other Functions] > [Wi-Fi Remote] > [Set Up New]
Select [WPS: Button] and then press SET.
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Press the WPS button on the wireless router.
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For details about how to activate the Wi-Fi
protected setup, refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router.
Within 2 minutes, press SET on the camcorder.
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While [Connecting] appears on the screen, you
can press SET or the CANCEL button to cancel the operation.
After the connection is correctly established,
continue with the procedure to configure the IP address assignment (A 15).
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Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) - PIN Code

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In this setup mode, the camcorder will issue an 8-digit PIN code that you then need to enter in the wireless router setup screen. Even if there are multiple access points active in your area, this is a relatively reliable method of establishing a connection using a shared PIN code. It may take about one minute to establish connection.
Open the [Set Up New] submenu.
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[w Other Functions] > [Wi-Fi Remote] > [Set Up New]
Select [WPS: PIN Code] and then press SET.
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The camcorder will generate and display an 8-digit
PIN number.
Enter the PIN code into the wireless router’s WPS setup screen.
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For details about how to access your wireless
router’s settings and activate the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) using a PIN code, refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router.
Within 2 minutes, press SET on the camcorder.
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While [Connecting] appears on the screen, you
can press SET or the CANCEL button to cancel the operation.
After the connection is correctly established,
continue with the procedure to configure the IP address assignment (A 15).
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Connection Wizard

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Selecting the Wi-Fi Network

When you select [Connection Wizard], the transmitter will detect active Wi-Fi networks in your area and you can select the desired access point (SSID) from the list.
Open the [Set Up New] submenu.
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[w Other Functions] > [Wi-Fi Remote] > [Set Up New]
Select [Connection Wizard] and then press SET.
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Select [Automatic] and then press SET.
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The camcorder will search for active access points
in your area and display a list of available options.
Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select an access point
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and then press SET.
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Type of Wi-Fi network: Infrastructure (wireless router) or Ad Hoc (Wi-Fi-enabled portable
device)
Encrypted access pointNetwork name (SSID)Current access point/Total number of active access points detected
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Connection Wizard
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Encrypted Access Points

If the access point is encrypted (C), you will need to enter the encryption key (password). To find out the encryption key, refer to the instruction manual of the access point (wireless router) or consult the network administrator.
[WEP]/[Shared Key]
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Select the WEP index key.
This step is only necessary if the Wi-Fi network’s
authentication method is set to [Shared Key] or if the encryption method is set to [WEP].
Select [Input] and the press SET to open the keyboard screen and enter the
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encryption key.
Use the joystick or turn the SELECT dial to select a character and then press
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SET to add it.
After a moment, the character you entered will
change to “” to protect the password.
Use the arrows ( / / / ) to change the
position of the cursor and the backspace character ( ) to delete the last character entered.
Repeat this step as necessary to enter the
encryption key.
After entering the encryption key, select [OK] and then press SET.
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Select [OK] and press SET to send the encryption key.
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Continue with the procedure to configure the IP
address assignment (A 15).
Valid encryption keys vary depending on the encryption method. 64-bit WEP encryption: 5 ASCII characters or 10 hexadecimal characters. 128-bit WEP encryption: 13 ASCII characters or 26 hexadecimal characters. AES / TKIP encryption: 8-63 ASCII characters or 64 hexadecimal characters.
* Note: ASCII characters include the numbers 0 to 9, the letters a to z and A to Z and some punctuation marks and
special symbols. Hexadecimal characters comprise the numbers 0 to 9 and the letters a to f and A to F.
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