Nikon 1252EA User Manual

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User's Manual

Wireless Transmitter

• Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.

• To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page v).

• After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.

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What the WT-7 Can Do for You

This manual describes how to attach the WT-7 to the camera and connect the camera to a computer, ftp server, or other device over

What the WT-7 Can Do for You

Ethernet or wireless networks. It also describes the operations that can be performed once a connection is established.

Before connecting the WT-7, confirm that the firmware for the camera and WT-7 have been updated to the latest version. For more information, visit the websites listed on page xvi.

Before using the WT-7 network function, connect the camera to a network.

Ethernet Networks

For information on connecting to a computer, see page 10.

For information on connecting to an ftp server, see page 58.

Wireless Networks

For information on connecting to a computer, see page 18.

For information on connecting to an ftp server, see page 65.

Model Name: WT-7 (N1504) Model Name: WT-7A (N1534) Model Name: WT-7B (N1535) Model Name: WT-7C (N1536)

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Once a network connection has been established, you can:

Upload existing photos and movies

Image Transfer (032) FTP Upload (078)

Computer

Take or browse photos remotely

Camera Control (037) HTTP Server (040)

What the WT-7 Can Do for You

ftp server

Smart device

Camera Control Pro 2

Computer

Nikon User Support for India and Australia

Contact a Nikon representative for technical assistance with the operation of your Nikon product or products. For information on the Nikon representatives in your area, visit http://www.nikon-asia.com/support.

Nikon Manual Viewer 2

Install the Nikon Manual Viewer 2 app on your smartphone or tablet to view Nikon digital camera manuals, anytime, anywhere. Manual Viewer 2 can be downloaded free of charge from the App Store and Google Play. manuals requires an Internet connection, for which fees may be levied by your phone or Internet service provider.

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Trademark Information

IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc., in the United States and/or other countries and is used under license. Windows is either a registered trademark or a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in

What the WT-7 Can Do for You

the United States and/or other countries. Mac, OS X, iPhone, and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. XQD is a trademark of Sony Corporation. The SD, SDHC, and SDXC logos are trademarks of the SD-3C, LLC. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with this Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Memory Cards

Throughout this manual, XQD and SD memory cards are referred to as “memory cards”.

Apple Public Source License

This product includes Apple mDNS source code that is subject to the terms of the Apple Public Source License located at URL http://developer.apple.com/opensource/.

This file contains Original Code and/or Modifications of Original Code as defined in and that are subject to the Apple Public Source License Version

2.0 (the ‘License’). You may not use this file except in compliance with the License. Please obtain a copy of the License at http://www.opensource.apple.com/license/apsl/ and read it before using this file.

The Original Code and all software distributed under the License are distributed on an ‘AS IS’ basis, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND APPLE HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL SUCH WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, QUIET ENJOYMENT OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. Please see the License for the specific language governing rights and limitations under the License.

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For Your Safety

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.

The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:

This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product to prevent possible injury.

❚❚ WARNINGS

A Do not disassemble

Touching the product’s internal parts could result in injury. In the event of malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection.

For Your Safety

A Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction

Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment, immediately unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection.

A Do not use in the presence of flammable gas

Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.

A Keep dry

Do not immerse in or expose to water or rain. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction due to fire or electric shock.

A Do not handle with wet hands

Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

A Do not handle the power cable or go near the charger during thunderstorms

Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

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A Keep out of reach of children

Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this equipment, consult a physician immediately.

A Do not remain in contact with the wireless transmitter, battery, or charger for extended

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periods while the devices are on or in use

Parts of the device become hot. Leaving the device in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.

A Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, such

as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight

Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire.

A Observe proper precautions when handling batteries

Batteries may leak, overheat, rupture, or catch fire if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product:

• Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment.

• Do not short or disassemble the battery.

• Do not expose the battery or the device in which it is inserted to powerful

physical shocks.

• Be sure the product is off before replacing the battery. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

• Do not attempt to insert the battery upside down or backwards.

• Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat.

• Do not immerse in or expose to water.

•

Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. Do not transport or store the battery with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

• Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.

• When the battery is not in use, attach the terminal cover and store in a cool, dry place.

• The battery may be hot immediately after use or when the product has been used on battery power for an extended period. Before removing the battery turn the wireless transmitter off and allow the battery to cool.

• Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation.

A Use appropriate cables

When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose to maintain compliance with product regulations.

A Follow the instructions of airline and hospital personnel

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Notices

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No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.

• Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.

• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

This product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The permission of the United States government is not required for export to countries other than the following, which as of this writing are subject to embargo or special controls: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria (list subject to change).

The use of wireless devices may be prohibited in some countries or regions.

Notices

Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative before using the wireless features of this product outside the country of purchase.

Comply with copyright notices. Under copyright law, photographs or recordings of copyrighted works made with the camera can not be used without the permission of the copyright holder. Exceptions apply to personal use, but note that even personal use may be restricted in the case of photographs or recordings of exhibits or live performances.

CAUTION

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

Security

Although one of the benefits of this product is that it allows others to freely connect for the wireless exchange of data anywhere within its range, the following may occur if security is not enabled:

• Data theft: Malicious third-parties may intercept wireless transmissions to steal user IDs, passwords, and other personal information.

• Unauthorized access: Unauthorized users may gain access to the network and alter data or perform other malicious actions. Note that due the design of wireless networks, specialized attacks may allow unauthorized access even when security is enabled.

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Notice for Customers in Europe

R&TTE Directive

Notices

We, the manufacturer (Nikon Corporation) hereby declare that this Wireless Transmitter (WT-7) is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

AT BE BG CY CZ DK EE FI

FR DE GR HU IE IT LV LT

LU MT NL PL PT RO SK SI

ES SE GB IS LI NO CH TR

Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries

This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries:

•

This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

• Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural resources and prevent negative consequences for human health and the environment that might result from incorrect disposal.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

Declaration of Conformity

A copy of the original DoC for our products as it relates to R&TTE can be found at the following website:

http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_WT-7.pdf

This device complies with radio-frequency regulations. The content of certification labels not affixed to the device is given below.

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Available Channels

The WT-7 is available in four versions, each destined for use in a different region in compliance with local regulations governing the use of wireless devices (for information on countries not listed in the following table, contact a Nikon representative). Use each model only in the region for which it is intended.

Channels

Version For use in

2.4 GHz band 5GHz band

The 32 countries of the EU-EFTA (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein,

WT-7

Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland,

1–13

36–64,

100–140

Notices

Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom), Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Thailand, Turkey

WT-7A

WT-7B Korea, Russia, Singapore 1–13 36–64 WT-7C China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan 1–13 149–165

Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile,

1–11

India, Mexico, Panama, U.S.A.

36–64,

149–165

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5GHz band

The channels available for 5GHz band are listed below.

Channels

Notices

Version Location Mode

Infrastructure ✔✔✔—

Indoor

Access point ————

WT-7

Infrastructure Prohibited Prohibited ✔ —

Outdoor

Access point ————

Infrastructure ✔✔— ✔

Indoor

Access point ————

WT-7A

Infrastructure Prohibited Prohibited — ✔

Outdoor

Access point ————

Infrastructure ✔✔——

Indoor

Access point ————

WT-7B

Infrastructure ✔✔——

Outdoor

Access point ————

Infrastructure ———✔

Indoor

Access point ————

WT-7C

Infrastructure ———✔

Outdoor

Access point ————

W52 W53 W56 W58

36–48 52–64 100–140 149–165

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Table of Contents

What the WT-7 Can Do for You .........................................................ii

For Your Safety ........................................................................................v

Notices......................................................................................................vii

Introduction 1

Parts of the WT-7 ....................................................................................2

Getting Ready ..........................................................................................4

Supported Network Functions ..........................................................8

Transfer, Control, and HTTP 10

Ethernet Connections ........................................................................ 10

Step 1: Connecting the Equipment.......................................... 11

Step 2: Configuring the Hardware for

Ethernet Connections............................................................... 12

Step 3: The Connection Wizard.................................................. 13

Step 4: Pairing .................................................................................. 16

Wireless Connections......................................................................... 18

Step 1: Readying the Equipment............................................... 20

Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless................................................. 21

Step 3: The Connection Wizard.................................................. 22

Step 4: Network Settings.............................................................. 29

Image Transfer...................................................................................... 32

Camera Control .................................................................................... 37

HTTP Server ........................................................................................... 40

Computer and Android Web Browsers................................... 46

iPhone Web Browsers.................................................................... 53

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FTP 58

Ethernet Connections ........................................................................ 58

Step 1: Connecting the Hardware .............................................59

Step 2: Configuring the Hardware for

Ethernet Connections ...............................................................60

Step 3: The Connection Wizard ..................................................61

Wireless Connections......................................................................... 65

Step 1: Connecting the Equipment ..........................................66

Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless .................................................67

Step 3: The Connection Wizard ..................................................68

Step 4: Network Settings ..............................................................75

FTP Upload............................................................................................. 78

Menu Guide 83

Choose Hardware................................................................................ 83

Network Settings ................................................................................. 84

The Profile List ..................................................................................84

Create Profile.....................................................................................84

Copy to/from Card ..........................................................................85

Deleting Network Profiles ............................................................85

Editing Network Profiles ...............................................................86

Options.................................................................................................... 89

Auto Send...........................................................................................89

Delete After Send ............................................................................89

Send File As........................................................................................89

Overwrite If Same Name...............................................................90

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Protect If Marked for Upload.......................................................90

Send Marking (FTP Upload Mode Only)..................................90

Send Folder........................................................................................90

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Deselect All?...................................................................................... 91

HTTP User Settings ......................................................................... 91

Battery Info........................................................................................ 91

Power Saving.................................................................................... 91

Auto Power off Delay..................................................................... 92

MAC Address ....................................................................................92

Firmware Version ............................................................................ 92

Appendices 93

Creating Profiles on a Computer ................................................... 93

Creating an FTP Server ...................................................................... 95

Manual Profile Creation...................................................................103

Troubleshooting ................................................................................105

Specifications......................................................................................107

Index.......................................................................................................110

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A Background Knowledge

This manual assumes basic knowledge of ftp servers and local area networks (LANs). For more information on installing, configuring, and using devices in a network, contact the manufacturer or network administrator.

A Illustrations

The appearance and content of the software and operating system dialogs, messages, and displays shown in this manual may vary with the operating system used. For information on basic computer operations, see the documentation provided with the computer or operating system.

A Camera Controls

The camera operations described in this manual are those for the D500. Operations for other cameras may differ.

A Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites:

• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/

• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the following URL for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/

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Introduction

This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the product.

This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the device.

This icon marks references to other pages in this manual.

Thank you for your purchase of a WT-7 wireless transmitter for compatible Nikon digital cameras. Please read this manual thoroughly and keep it where all those who use the product can read it.

The following symbols and conventions are used throughout this manual:

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Parts of the WT-7

1 Mounting screw.................................5

2 Power connector cover .................... 7

3 Battery-chamber cover .................... 4

4 Battery latch........................................ 4

5 Power switch.................11, 20, 59, 66

6 Status LEDs....................35, 38, 44, 81

POWER (green/yellow), LINK (green), ERROR (orange)

7 Attachment wheel.............................5

8 Ethernet connector cover

9 USB connector cover

10 USB connector....................................5

11 Ethernet connector

Parts of the WT-7

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A The POWER LED

❏User’s Manual (this manual) ❏Warranty ❏CF-WT7 case ❏AN-CP24 Strap

❏USB cable B ❏UF3-RU14 USB cable gasket ❏UF-7 USB cable connector cover

When the WT-7 is on, the POWER LED glows green to indicate that the battery is fully charged or that an AC adapter is connected. At battery levels below 10%, it will flash to warn that the battery requires charging. When the WT-7 is turned off, the POWER LED briefly turns yellow as the product powers down.

A Supplied Accessories

The following accessories are supplied with the WT-7 (batteries such as the EN-EL15 are not supplied):

A USB Cable Gaskets and Connector Covers

Parts of the WT-7

The USB cable gaskets and connector covers prevent accidental disconnections. Attach as shown below.

When connecting the USB cable to a camera, attach the supplied UF-7 cable connector cover as shown.

When connecting the USB cable to the WT-7, attach the supplied UF3-RU14 cable gasket as shown.

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Getting Ready

Inserting the Battery

Getting Ready

The WT-7 takes one EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery. Insert the battery as described below.

1 Open the battery-chamber cover.

Unlatch the cover by sliding it as shown (q).

Open the cover (w).

2 Insert the battery.

Using the battery to keep the battery latch pressed to one side, slide the battery in until the latch clicks back into place. For safety precautions and information on charging the battery, see the battery and charger manuals.

3 Close the battery-chamber cover.

Reverse the instructions in Step 1 to close and latch the cover as shown. Be sure the cover is securely latched.

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Attaching the WT-7

After checking that the camera is off, align the WT-7 mounting screw with the camera tripod socket and tighten by rotating the attachment wheel in the direction shown by the LOCK arrow.

Connecting the USB Cable

Connect the WT-7 to the camera using the supplied USB cable.

Getting Ready

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The Wireless Transmitter Utility

The Wireless Transmitter Utility is used for pairing in image transfer and camera control modes (016) and can also help create network profiles (093). You can install the utility after

Getting Ready

downloading it from the following website:

http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/

Be sure to use the latest versions of the Wireless Transmitter Utility and the camera firmware.

A Removing the Battery

Being careful not to drop the battery, open the WT-7 battery-chamber cover and remove the battery as shown at right.

A Stand-By Mode

When the WT-7 is disconnected from the camera or the camera is turned off, the WT-7 will turn off automatically after the delay chosen for Network > Options > Auto power off delay in the setup menu (092), reducing the drain on the battery.

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A Battery Level

The level of the battery inserted in the WT-7 can be determined by connecting the WT-7 to the camera (05) and checking the battery level using the Options > Battery info in the Network menu (091).

A Using an AC Adapter

An optional EP-5B power connector and EH-5b or EH-5/EH-5a AC adapter can also be used to power the camera when the WT-7 is connected. Insert the power connector as shown below.

1 Unlatch the battery-chamber cover (q).

2 Open the battery-chamber (w) and power

Getting Ready

connector covers (e).

3 Using the power connector to keep the battery

latch pressed to one side, slide the connector in until the latch clicks back into place (r).

4 Position the power connector so that the cord

passes through the power connector slot and close the battery-chamber cover (t). Be sure that the cover is securely latched.

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Supported Network Functions

The WT-7 wireless transmitter connects the camera to Ethernet and wireless networks. Photographs on the camera can then be

Supported Network Functions

transmitted to a computer or ftp server and the camera controlled remotely from a computer. The WT-7 supports the following functions:

FTP upload

(078)

Image transfer

(032)

Upload existing photos and movies to a computer or ftp server, or upload new photos as they are taken.

Camera control

(037)

HTTP server

(040)

Control the camera using optional Camera Control Pro 2 software and save new photos and movies directly to the computer.

View and take pictures remotely using a browserequipped computer or smart device.

Before data can be transferred over a wireless or Ethernet network, the camera must be supplied with a network profile providing information on the host computer or ftp server.

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D Choosing a Power Source

To prevent the camera or WT-7 powering off unexpectedly during setup or data transfer, use fully-charged batteries or optional AC adapters designated for use with the camera or WT-7. For more on camera power sources, see the camera manual.

A FTP Servers

Servers can be configured using standard ftp services available with supported operating systems, such as IIS (Internet Information Services). Connection to computers on other networks via a router, Internet ftp connections and ftp servers running third-party software are not supported.

A Ethernet Connection

No adjustments to wireless LAN settings are required when the camera is connected to a LAN by an Ethernet cable.

Supported Network Functions

A HTTP Server Mode

Internet connections are not supported in http server mode.

A Routers

Connection to computers on other networks via a router is not supported.

A Firewall Settings

TCP ports 21 and 32768 through 61000 are used for ftp, TCP ports 22 and 32768 through 61000 for sftp, and TCP port 15740 and UDP port 5353 for connections to computers. File transfer may be blocked if the server firewall is not configured to allow access to these ports.

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Transfer, Control, and HTTP

Ethernet Connections

Follow the steps below to connect via an Ethernet network. For information on wireless connections, see page 18.

Image transfer Camera control HTTP server

Install the Wireless Transmitter Utility (06)

Step 1: Connect the camera, WT-7, and computer (011)

Step 2: Configure the hardware for Ethernet connections (012)

Step 3: Run the connection wizard (013)

Step 4: Pair the camera and computer (016)

Transfer pictures (032) Control the camera (037) Access the camera (0 40)

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Step 1: Connecting the Equipment

Power switch

Before proceeding with the following steps, start the computer and log in.

1 Insert a memory card.

Turn the camera off and insert a memory card (do not turn the camera off or disconnect the Ethernet cable while data are being transferred to the computer). This step can be omitted in camera control mode (037).

2 Attach the WT-7 (0 5).

3 Connect an Ethernet cable.

Connect the Ethernet cable as shown below. Do not use force

Ethernet Connections

or insert the connectors at an angle.

4 Turn the camera on.

Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on.

5 Press the power switch for about a

second to turn the WT-7 on.

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Step 2: Configuring the Hardware for Ethernet Connections

Configure the WT-7 for use with Ethernet networks.

Ethernet Connections

1 Select Choose hardware.

In the setup menu, select Network, then highlight Choose hardware and press 2. The menu offers a choice of Wired LAN and Wireless LAN.

2 Select Wired LAN.

Highlight Wired LAN and press J to select the highlighted option and return to the network menu.

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Step 3: The Connection Wizard

Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile.

1 Display network profiles.

In the network menu, highlight Network settings and press 2 to display the

profiles list and other network settings.

2 Select Create profile.

Highlight Create profile and press 2. Note that if the list already contains nine profiles, you will need to delete an existing profile using the O (Q) button before proceeding (085).

3 Start the connection wizard.

Ethernet Connections

Highlight Connection wizard and press 2 to start the connection wizard.

4 Choose a connection type (08).

Highlight Image transfer, Camera control, or HTTP server and press 2.

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5 Name the new network profile.

Profile name

A default profile name will be displayed; to edit or change the name as described

Ethernet Connections

in the camera manual, press the center of the multi selector (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard). The profile name will appear in the Network > Network settings list in the camera setup menu. Press J to proceed to the next step when entry is complete.

6 Obtain or select an IP address.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Obtain automatically: Select this option if the network is configured to supply the IP address automatically.

• Enter manually: When prompted, enter an IP address and subnet mask by pressing 4 and 2 to highlight segments and 1 and 3 to change. Press J to proceed when entry is complete.

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7 Choose your next step.

The IP address will be displayed; press J. Your next step depends on the connection type selected in Step 4 on page 13:

Ethernet Connections

If you chose Image transfer or Camera

control, proceed to page 16.

If you chose HTTP server, proceed to Step 8.

8 Exit the wizard.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Connect and exit wizard: Save the new network profile and connect to the server.

• Exit wizard: Save the new network profile and exit.

Proceed to “HTTP Server” (0 40).

A Routers

Connection to computers on other networks via a router is not supported.

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Step 4: Pairing

If you selected Image transfer or Camera control in Step 4 of the connection wizard (0 13), pair the camera with the computer as described below. Pairing allows the computer to connect to the

Ethernet Connections

camera.

1 Connect the camera to the

computer via USB.

Disconnect the USB cable from the WT-7 and connect it to the computer.

2 Start the Wireless Transmitter Utility.

When prompted, start the copy of the Wireless Transmitter Utility installed on the computer. Pairing will begin automatically.

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3 Disconnect the camera.

The message at right will be displayed when pairing is complete. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and reconnect it to the WT-7.

4 Exit the wizard.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Connect and exit wizard: Save the new

Ethernet Connections

network profile and connect to the server.

• Exit wizard: Save the new network profile and exit.

Proceed to “Image Transfer” (032) or “Camera Control” (037).

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Wireless Connections

Follow the steps below to connect to a wireless network.

Wireless Connections

Image transfer Camera control HTTP server

Install the Wireless Transmitter Utility

Step 1: Ready the camera and WT-7 (020)

Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless (021)

Step 3: Run the connection wizard (022)

Step 4: Adjust network settings (029)

Adjust settings for the chosen connection type

Pair the camera and computer

Transfer pictures (032)

Control the camera (037)

Access the camera (040)

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A Infrastructure and Access Point Modes

WT-7 Computer or

smart device

Connections to wireless networks may be in infrastructure or access point mode.

Infrastructure mode: Connection via a wireless LAN access point.

WT-7 Wireless LAN access point Computer or

smart device

Access point mode: The camera serves as an access point for direct connection to a computer or smart device.

A Wireless LANs

These instructions are intended for customers with an existing wireless LAN, and in the case of infrastructure networks assume that the

Wireless Connections

computer and access point are already connected to the network.

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Step 1: Readying the Equipment

Power switch

After starting the computer and logging in, ready the camera and WT-7 as described below.

Wireless Connections

1 Insert a memory card.

Turn the camera off and insert a memory card (do not turn the camera off while data are being transferred to the computer). This step can be omitted in camera control mode (08).

2 Attach the WT-7 (05). 3 Turn the camera on.

Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on.

4 Press the power switch for about a

second to turn the WT-7 on.

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Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless

Ready the camera for connection to a wireless network.

1 Select Choose hardware.

In the setup menu, select Network, then highlight Choose hardware and press 2. The menu offers a choice of Wired LAN and Wireless LAN.

2 Select Wireless LAN.

Highlight Wireless LAN and press J to select the highlighted option and return to the network menu.

Wireless Connections

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Step 3: The Connection Wizard

Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile.

1 Display network profiles.

Wireless Connections

In the network menu, highlight Network settings and press 2 to display the profiles list and other network settings.

2 Select Create profile.

Highlight Create profile and press 2. Note that if the list already contains nine profiles, you will need to delete an existing profile using the O (Q) button before proceeding.

3 Start the connection wizard.

Highlight Connection wizard and press

2 to start the connection wizard.

4 Choose a connection type (08).

Highlight Image transfer, Camera control, or HTTP server and press J.

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5 Name the new network profile.

Profile name

A default profile name will be displayed; to edit or change the name as described in the camera manual, press the center of the multi selector (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard). The profile name will appear in the Network > Network settings list in the camera setup menu. Press J to proceed to the next step when entry is complete.

6 Choose a connection method.

Highlight the connection method used by the network and press J. More information can be found on the pages listed below.

Search for wireless

Choose from a list of networks detected by the

Wireless Connections

network

Push-button WPS

PIN-entry WPS

Direct

(access point)

camera. Proceed to page 24. Choose for wireless LAN access points with push-

button WPS. Proceed to page 26. Choose for wireless LAN access points with PIN-

entry WPS. Proceed to page 27. Connect directly to a host computer or ftp server in

access point mode, with the camera serving as an access point. Proceed to page 28.

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❚❚ Search for Wireless Network

SSID

Select Search for wireless network in Step 6 on page 23 to choose from a list of the networks (wireless LAN access points)

Wireless Connections

detected by the camera.

1 Choose a network.

Highlight a network SSID and press J (if the desired network is not displayed, press X to search again). Encrypted networks are indicated by a h icon; if the selected network is encrypted, you will be prompted to enter the encryption key as described in Step 2. If the network is not encrypted, proceed to Step 3.

A Hidden SSIDs

Networks with hidden SSIDs are indicated by blank entries in the network list. If you highlight a blank entry and press J, you will be prompted to provide the network name; press the center of the multi selector, enter a name, and then press J to proceed to Step 2.

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2 Enter the encryption key.

Press the center of the multi selector and enter the encryption key as described in the camera manual (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard).

Press J when entry is complete.

Press J to establish a connection.

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3 Choose your next step.

The message at right is displayed when a connection is established. Proceed to page 29.

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❚❚ Push-Button WPS

Choose Push-button WPS in Step 6 on page 23

if the wireless LAN access

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point uses push-button WPS.

1 Press the WPS button on the wireless LAN access point.

For more information, see the documentation provided with the wireless LAN access point.

2 Press J button on the camera.

The camera will connect to the access point automatically.

3 Choose your next step.

The message at right is displayed when a connection is established. Press J and proceed to page 29.

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❚❚ PIN-Entry WPS

Choose PIN-entry WPS in Step 6 on page 23 if the wireless LAN access point uses PIN-entry WPS.

1 Enter the PIN for the wireless LAN access point.

From a computer, enter the PIN for the wireless LAN access point. For more information, see the documentation provided with the wireless LAN access point.

2 Press J button on the camera.

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The camera will connect to the access point automatically.

3 Choose your next step.

The message at right is displayed when a connection is established. Press J and proceed to page 29.

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❚❚ Direct (Access Point)

Selecting Direct (access point) in Step 6 on

page 23 enables access

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point mode, in which the camera serves as a wireless access point. The camera SSID and encryption key will be displayed in the monitor. On the computer or smart device, enter the SSID and encryption key displayed in the camera monitor. If you selected Image transfer or Camera control mode in Step 4 on page 22, proceed to Step 3 on page 30. If you selected HTTP server mode, proceed to Step 5 on page 31.

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Step 4: Network Settings

If you selected Search for wireless network, Push-button WPS, or PIN-entry WPS in Step 6 on page 23, choose an IP address. If you selected Direct (access point), your next step will depend on the connection type selected in Step 4 on page 22:

• If you selected Image transfer or Camera control mode, proceed to Step 3.

• If you selected HTTP server mode, proceed to Step 5.

1 Obtain or select an IP address.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Obtain automatically: Select this option if the network is configured to supply the IP address automatically.

• Enter manually: When prompted, enter an IP address and

Wireless Connections

subnet mask by pressing 4 and 2 to highlight segments and 1 and 3 to change. Press J to proceed when entry is complete.

A Routers

Connection to computers on other networks via a router is supported only when HTTP server is selected.

A MAC Address Filtering

If the network uses MAC address filtering, the filter must be supplied with the MAC address of the WT-7. After attaching the WT-7 to the camera, choose Network > Options > MAC address from the camera setup menu and note the MAC address.

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2 Confirm the IP address.

The camera IP address will be displayed as shown at right; press J. If Image

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transfer or Camera control is selected, proceed to Step 3; otherwise, proceed to Step 5.

3 Connect the

camera to the computer.

Disconnect the USB cable from the WT-7 and connect it to the computer.

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4 Start the Wireless Transmitter Utility.

When prompted, start the copy of the Wireless Transmitter Utility installed on the computer (06). Pairing will begin automatically.

5 Disconnect the camera.

The message at right will be displayed when pairing is complete. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and reconnect it to the WT-7.

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6 Exit the wizard.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Connect and exit wizard: Save the new network profile and connect to the network.

• Exit wizard: Save the new network profile and exit.

Proceed to “Image Transfer” (032), “Camera Control” (037), or “HTTP Server” (040).

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Image Transfer

Image transfer is used to upload photographs and movies to the computer from a camera memory card. The explanation that

Image Transfer

follows assumes that existing pictures are used.

1 Display network profiles.

In the setup menu, select Network > Network settings to display the profiles

list. Image transfer profiles are indicated by a K icon. Highlight a profile and press J to select the highlighted profile and return to the network menu.

The profile name will be displayed in green when a connection is established.

2 View pictures.

Press the K button to view pictures. Display the first picture to be sent in single-image playback or highlight it in the thumbnail list.

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3 Upload pictures.

Press J and the center of the multi selector. A white transfer icon will appear on the picture and upload will begin immediately. The transfer icon turns green during upload, and turns blue when upload is complete. Additional pictures will be uploaded in the order selected.

To upload a picture that has already been uploaded once, press J and the center of the multi selector once to remove the blue transfer icon, and then press J and the center of the multi selector again to mark the image with a white transfer icon.

Uploading New Photographs as They Are Taken

Image Transfer

To upload new photographs as they are taken, select On for Network > Options > Auto send in the setup menu (089).

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Interrupting Transmission/Removing Transfer Marking

To cancel transmission of images marked with white or green transfer icons, select the images during playback and press J and the center of the multi selector. The transfer icon will be removed.

Image Transfer

Any of the following actions will also interrupt transmission:

• Turning the camera off

• Selecting Ye s for Network > Options > Deselect all? (0 91; this

option also removes transfer marking from all images)

D During Upload

Do not remove the memory card or disconnect the Ethernet cable during upload.

A Interval Timer Photography

Upload will be interrupted if the standby timer expires while interval timer photography is in progress. Choose a long standby time before starting the interval timer.

A Loss of Signal

Wireless transmission may be interrupted if the signal is lost, but can be resumed by turning the camera off and then on again.

A Turning the Camera Off

“Send” marking will be saved if the camera or WT-7 is turned off while transmission is in progress. Transmission of images marked with a “send” icon will resume when the camera or WT-7 is turned on.

A Destination Folders

By default, images are uploaded to the following folders:

• Windows: \Users\(user name)\Pictures\Wireless Transmitter Utility

• Mac: /Users/(user name)/Pictures/Wireless Transmitter Utility

The destination folder can be selected using the Wireless Transmitter Utility.

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Transfer Status

The POWER LED lights when the WT-7 is on. Signal quality is shown by the LINK LED: the faster the LED flashes, the better the signal and the faster data can be transmitted. The ERROR LED flashes to show that an error has occurred.

During playback, the status of images selected for upload is shown as follows:

Images that have been selected for upload are marked with a white

A green

Images that have been uploaded successfully are marked with a blue

: “Send”

a icon.

: “Sending”

b icon is displayed during upload.

: “Sent”

c icon.

Image Transfer

A Network Status

The status of the link between the host and the WT-7 is shown by the status LEDs and by the display in the top level of the network menu.

The Status LEDs

Status POWER LINK ERROR

WT-7 off I (off) I (off ) I (off) USB cable not connected K (on) I (off) I (off ) Connecting to host K (on) K (on) I (off ) Waiting to send or sending data K (on) H (flashes) I (off) Connection error K (on) I (off) H (flashes) WT-7 hardware or battery malfunction H (flashes) H (flashes) H (flashes)

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The Status Display

Signal strength: Wireless signal strength. Ethernet connections are shown by d.

Status area: The status of the connection to the host. The host name is displayed in green when a connection is established. While files are being transferred, the status display shows “Now sending” preceded by the name of the file being sent. Any errors that occur during transfer are also displayed here (0105).

e, f: The estimated time required to send the remaining images.

Battery level: The charge state of the battery in the WT-7.

Network status can also be viewed in the top level of the network menu.

Image Transfer

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Camera Control

Select this option to control the camera from a computer running Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately) and save photographs directly to the computer hard disk instead of the camera memory card (movies will still be saved to the camera memory card; insert a memory card before shooting movies). Note that the camera standby timer do not turn off when the camera is in camera control mode.

1 Display network profiles.

In the setup menu, select Network > Network settings to display the profiles

list. Camera control profiles are indicated by a L icon. Highlight a profile and press J to select the highlighted profile and return to the network menu.

Camera Control

The profile name will be displayed in green when a connection is established.

2 Start Camera Control Pro 2.

Start the copy of Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately) installed on the host computer. For information on using Camera Control Pro 2, see the Camera Control Pro 2 manual (pdf).

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A Ethernet Networks

Do not disconnect the Ethernet cable while the camera is on.

D Wireless Networks

Camera Control

Operations may take longer on wireless networks. If the signal is disrupted while pictures are being transferred to Camera Control Pro 2, the LED on the WT-7 will flash orange; turn the camera off and then on again. Transfer will resume when the connection is re-established. Note that transfer can not be resumed if you turn the camera off again before transfer is complete.

A Network Status

The status of the link between the host and the WT-7 is shown by the status LEDs and by the display in the top level of the network menu.

The Status LEDs

Status POWER LINK ERROR

WT-7 off I (off) I (off) I (off) USB cable not connected K (on) I (off) I (off) Connecting to host K (on) K (on) I (off ) Waiting to send or sending data K (on) H (flashes) I (off ) Connection error K (on) I (off) H (flashes) WT-7 hardware or battery malfunction H (flashes) H (flashes) H (flashes)

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The Status Display

Signal strength: Wireless signal strength. Ethernet connections are shown by d.

Status area: The status of the connection to the host. The host name is displayed in green when a connection is established. Any errors that occur during transfer are also displayed here (0105).

Battery level: The charge state of the battery in the WT-7.

Network status can also be viewed in the top level of the network menu.

Camera Control

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HTTP Server

Select HTTP server to view the pictures on the camera memory card or take photographs from the web browser on a computer or

HTTP Server

smart device (see page 45 for system requirements). Up to five users can access the camera at one time, although only one can take photographs or edit text. Note that the standby timer do not turn off automatically when the camera is in http server mode.

1 Display network profiles.

In the setup menu, select Network > Network settings to display the profiles

list. HTTP server profiles are indicated by a M icon. Highlight a profile and press J to select the highlighted profile and return to the network menu.

The URL used for connection to the camera is displayed when a connection is established.

2 Launch the web browser.

Launch the web browser on the computer or smart device.

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3 Enter the camera URL.

Enter the camera URL (“http://” followed by the camera IP address, as shown in the network menu) in the browser window address field.

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4 Log in.

Enter your user name and password in the web browser login dialog (the user name and password are set using Network

HTTP Server

settings > Options > HTTP user settings in the network menu as described on page 91; the default user name is “nikon” while the default password is blank).

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5 Choose a language.

Click Language.

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6 Choose an operating mode.

Choose Shooting/Viewer to take pictures (046, 53) and Shooting/Viewer or Viewer to view existing pictures (048,

55). To use the computer or smart device web browser to edit

image comments and copyright and IPTC information stored on the camera, select Edit text (0 50, 57). Up to five users at a time can connect using Viewer, but only one user at a time can connect using Shooting/Viewer or Edit text (if another user is already connected using Shooting/Viewer or Edit text, these options will not be displayed and only four users will be able to connect using Viewer).

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A Network Status

Signal strength: Wireless signal strength. Ethernet connections are shown by d.

Status area: The status of the connection to the host. The camera URL is displayed in green when a connection is established. Errors are also displayed here (0105).

Battery level: The charge state of the battery in the WT-7.

The status of the link between the host and the WT-7 is shown by the status LEDs and by the display in the top level of the network menu.

The Status LEDs

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Status POWER LINK ERROR

WT-7 off I (off) I (off) I (off) USB cable not connected K (on) I (off) I (off) HTTP server starting up K (on) K (on) I (off) HTTP server in operation K (on) H (flashes) I (off ) Connection error K (on) I (off) H (flashes) WT-7 hardware or battery malfunction H (flashes) H (flashes) H (flashes)

The Status Display

Network status can be viewed in the top level of the network menu.

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A HTTP Server System Requirements

Operation has been confirmed with the following systems:

Windows

OS Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7

• Windows 10: Microsoft Edge

Browser

Monitor

• Windows 8.1: Internet Explorer 11

• Windows 7: Internet Explorer 10

• Resolution: 1,024 × 768 pixels (XGA) or more; 1,280 × 1,024

pixels (SXGA) or more recommended

• Color: 24-bit color (True Color) or more

Mac

OS OS X version 10.11, 10.10, or 10.9

• OS X version 10.11: Safari 9

Browser

Monitor

• OS X version 10.10: Safari 8

• OS X version 10.9: Safari 7

• Resolution: 1,024 × 768 pixels (XGA) or more; 1,280 × 1,024

pixels (SXGA) or more recommended

• Color: 24-bit color (millions of colors) or more

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Android OS

OS Android 5.0, 4.4

Browser Chrome

iOS

OS iOS 9, iOS 8

Browser The version of Safari included with the operating system

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Computer and Android Web Browsers

Display panel (047)

Camera settings (047)

Exposure mode

Test button (047)

Shutter button (047)

Still photography/movie button

Logout button

Home button (043)

Shoot button

Zoom buttons Focus buttons

Live view button

Viewfinder

View button (048)

Small

Large

This section describes the http server displays for computer and Android web browsers (note that the display varies with the model of camera). Click or tap to adjust camera settings. For information

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on the displays for iPhones, see page 53.

The Shooting Window

The following controls can be accessed by selecting Shooting/ Viewer on the server home page. To display the view through the

camera lens in the viewfinder area, tap or click the live view button. Tap or click the button again to exit live view.

A Focus Buttons

The size of the focus adjustment increases with the distance of the button from the center of the display.

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Display panel

Release mode

button

Contains the exposure indicator and shows the battery level and number of exposures remaining.

Camera settings

Shutter button

Test button

Click or tap icons to adjust settings for photography or movie recording. See the camera manual for details.

Take a photograph or start and end movie recording. To focus, click or tap the desired subject in the viewfinder area.

Take a test photo and display it in the viewfinder without recording it to the camera memory card. Not available in movie live view.

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A Enabling Live View on the Camera

When the view through the camera lens is displayed in the viewfinder area, pressing the camera a button will display the view through the lens in the camera monitor. Press the button again to end live view on the camera.

A The Release Mode Button

Clicking or tapping the live view button enables the release mode button, which can be used to choose from single-frame, high-speed continuous, and lowspeed continuous release modes. In high- and lowspeed continuous release modes, the camera takes photographs while the shutter button is pressed.

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The Viewer Window

Navigation controls

Thumbnails (click or tap to view pictures full frame). Movies are indicated by 1.

Page number

Full-frame view (0 49)

Film-strip view (049)

Thumbnail view

View most recent picture in folder

Thumbnails per page

Page controls

Folder selection

The viewer window can be accessed by selecting Viewer on the server home page or clicking or tapping the view button in the shooting window. The viewer window offers a choice of

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thumbnail, film-strip (049), and full-frame views (049).

❚❚ Thumbnail View

View multiple small (“thumbnail”) images per page. The controls at the top of the window can be used for navigation.

A Navigation Controls

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❚❚ Film-Strip View

Current picture (click or tap 4 or 2 to view additional pictures)

Copy current picture to computer or smart device

Thumbnails (click or tap to select)

Current picture (click or tap 4 or 2 to view additional pictures)

Copy current picture to computer or smart device

Choose the picture displayed from the thumbnails at the bottom of the window.

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❚❚ Full-Frame View

View pictures full frame.

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❚❚ The Text Edit Window

Home button (0 43)

Image comment (0 51)

IPTC information (0 52)

Clear button

Save button Logout button

The text edit window, which is used to edit image comments and copyright and IPTC information stored on the camera, can be accessed by selecting Edit text on the server home page.

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D Saving Changes

Changes are not saved automatically. Click or tap the save button to save changes.

D The Clear Button

Clicking or tapping the clear button immediately deletes the displayed text, even if you exit without clicking the save button.

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Image Comment

Create a comment that can be appended to subsequent images. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D. The following options are available:

• Attach comment: Select this option to attach the comment to all subsequent photographs.

• Input comment: Input a comment up to 36 characters long.

Add copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX-i or in Capture NX-D. The following options are available:

• Attach copyright information: Select this option to attach copyright information to all subsequent photographs.

• Artist/copyright: Enter a photographer name up to 36 characters

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long and a copyright holder name up to 54 characters long.

Viewing Image Comments and Copyright Information on the Camera

Image comments and copyright information can be viewed during full-frame playback on the corresponding pages of the camera photo information display.

A Copyright Information

To prevent unauthorized use of the artist or copyright holder names, make sure that Attach copyright information is not selected and that the Artist and Copyright fields are blank before lending or transferring the camera to another person. Nikon does not accept liability for any damages or disputes arising from the use of the Copyright information option.

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IPTC Information

Embed IPTC presets in photographs as they are taken. The following options are available:

• Auto embed during shooting: Selecting this tab displays a list of IPTC

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presets; highlight a preset and press the save button to embed the selected preset in all subsequent photographs. Select Off to take photos with no IPTC presets.

• Select IPTC preset: Selecting this tab displays a list of IPTC presets. Choose a preset to copy to the camera.

A IPTC Information

IPTC is a standard established by the International Press Telecommunications Council (IPTC) with the intent of clarifying and simplifying the information required when photographs are shared with a variety of publications. Embedded IPTC information can be viewed by selecting the IPTC page in the photo information display during full-frame playback. See the camera manual for more information.

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iPhone Web Browsers

Display panel (047)

Shutter button (047)

Logout button

Home button (043)

Shoot button

Exposure mode

View button (055)

Zoom buttons

Camera settings (047)

Viewfinder (tap to focus on selected subject)

Live view button

Camera settings

(047)

This section describes the http server displays for iPhone web browsers (note that the display varies with the model of camera). Tap to adjust camera settings. For information on computer, Android, or iPad displays, see page 46.

The Shooting Window

The following controls can be accessed by selecting Shooting/ Viewer on the server home page. Use the live view button to start

live view photography (C) or movie live view (1). The view through the camera lens will be displayed in the viewfinder area. To exit live view, use the live view button to turn live view off.

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A Enabling Live View on the Camera

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the camera.

A The Release Mode Button

Selecting photo (C) or movie (1) live view with the live view button enables the release mode button, which can be used to choose from single-frame, high-speed continuous, and low-speed continuous release modes. In high- and low-speed continuous release modes, the camera takes photographs while the shutter button is pressed.

Release mode

button

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The Viewer Window

Thumbnails (tap to view pictures full frame). Movies are indicated by 1.

Thumbnails per page

Page number

View most recent

pictures in folder

Folder selection

The viewer window can be accessed by selecting Viewer on the server home page or tapping the view button in the shooting window. The viewer window for iPhone web browsers offers a choice of thumbnail and full-frame views (056).

❚❚ Thumbnail View

View multiple small (“thumbnail”) images per page. The controls at the top and bottom of the thumbnail area can be used for navigation.

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❚❚ Full-Frame View

Current picture (tap to return to thumbnail view)

Show next imageShow previous

image

View most recent picture in folderThumbnail view

View pictures full frame.

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❚❚ The Text Edit Window

The text edit window, which is used to edit image comments and copyright and IPTC information stored on the camera, can be accessed by selecting Edit text on the server home page.

Home button (0 43)

Save button

Logout button

Image comment (0 51)

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IPTC information (0 52)

Clear button

D Saving Changes

Changes are not saved automatically. Tap the save button to save changes.

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FTP

Ethernet Connections

Follow the steps below to connect to an ftp server via an Ethernet network. For information on wireless connections, see page 65.

FTP server

Step 1: Connect the camera, WT-7, and ftp server (059)

Step 2: Select Ethernet (060)

Step 3: Run the connection wizard (061)

Transfer pictures (0 78)

D Choosing a Power Source

A FTP Servers

Servers can be configured using standard ftp services, such as IIS (Internet Information Services), available with supported operating systems (095). Connection to computers on other networks via a router, Internet ftp connections and ftp servers running third-party software are not supported.

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Step 1: Connecting the Hardware

Power switch

After starting the ftp server, connect the camera as described below.

1 Insert a memory card.

Turn the camera off and insert a memory card (do not turn the camera off or disconnect the Ethernet cable while data are being transferred to the computer).

2 Attach the WT-7 (05).

3 Connect an Ethernet cable.

Connect the camera to the ftp server as shown below. Do not use force or insert the connectors at an angle.

Ethernet Connections

4 Turn the camera on.

5 Press the power switch for about a

Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on.

second to turn the WT-7 on.

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Step 2: Configuring the Hardware for Ethernet Connections

Configure the WT-7 for use with Ethernet networks.

Ethernet Connections

1 Select Choose hardware.

In the setup menu, select Network, then highlight Choose hardware and press 2. The menu offers a choice of Wired LAN and Wireless LAN.

2 Select Wired LAN.

Highlight Wired LAN and press J to select the highlighted option and return to the network menu.

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Step 3: The Connection Wizard

Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile.

1 Display network profiles.

In the network menu, highlight Network settings and press 2 to display the

profiles list and other network settings.

2 Select Create profile.

Highlight Create profile and press 2. Note that if the list already contains nine profiles, you will need to delete an existing profile using the O (Q) button before proceeding (085).

3 Start the connection wizard.

Ethernet Connections

Highlight Connection wizard and press 2 to start the connection wizard.

4 Choose a connection type.

Highlight FTP upload and press J.

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5 Name the new network profile.

Profile name

A default profile name will be displayed; to edit or change the name as described

Ethernet Connections

6 Obtain or select an IP address.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Obtain automatically: Select this option if the network is configured to supply the IP address automatically.

• Enter manually: When prompted, enter an IP address and subnet mask by pressing 4 and 2 to highlight segments and 1 and 3 to change. Press J to proceed when entry is complete.

7 Choose the server type.

Highlight FTP or SFTP (secure ftp) and press 2.

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8 Enter the IP address.

Press the center of the multi selector and enter the server URL or IP address as described in the camera manual (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard).

Press J when entry is complete.

Press J again to connect to the ftp server.

Ethernet Connections

9 Log in.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Anonymous login: Select this option if the server does not require a user ID or password.

• Enter user ID: Enter a user ID and password when prompted and press J.

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Choose a destination folder.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

Ethernet Connections

• Home folder: Select this option to upload pictures to the server’s home folder.

• Enter folder name: Select this option to upload pictures to another folder (the folder must already exist on the server). Enter a folder name and path when prompted and press J.

Exit the wizard.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Connect and exit wizard: Save the new network profile and connect to the server.

• Exit wizard: Save the new network profile and exit.

Proceed to “FTP Upload” (078).

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Wireless Connections

WT-7 Computer

Follow the steps below to connect to a wireless network.

FTP upload

Step 1: Ready the camera and WT-7 (066)

Step 2: Configure the hardware for wireless networks (067)

Step 3: Run the connection wizard (068)

Step 4: Adjust network settings (075)

Wireless Connections

Transfer pictures (078)

A Infrastructure and Access Point Modes

Connections to wireless networks may be in infrastructure or access point mode.

Infrastructure mode: Connection via a wireless LAN access point.

WT-7 Wireless LAN access point Computer

Access point mode: The camera serves as an access point for direct connection to a computer.

A Wireless LANs

These instructions are intended for customers with an existing wireless LAN, and in the case of infrastructure networks assume that the computer and access point are already connected to the network.

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Step 1: Connecting the Equipment

Power switch

After starting the computer and logging in, ready the camera and WT-7 as described below.

Wireless Connections

1 Insert a memory card.

Turn the camera off and insert a memory card (do not turn the camera off while data are being transferred to the computer).

2 Attach the WT-7 (05). 3 Turn the camera on.

Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on.

4 Press the power switch for about a

second to turn on the WT-7.

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Step 2: Enable Camera Wireless

Ready the camera for connection to a wireless network.

1 Select Choose hardware.

In the setup menu, select Network, then highlight Choose hardware and press 2. The menu offers a choice of Wired LAN and Wireless LAN.

2 Select Wireless LAN.

Highlight Wireless LAN and press J to select the highlighted option and return to the network menu.

Wireless Connections

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Step 3: The Connection Wizard

Follow the on-screen instructions to create a network profile.

1 Display network profiles.

Wireless Connections

In the network menu, highlight

settings

list and other network settings.

and press 2 to display the profiles

Network

2 Select Create profile.

Highlight that if the list already contains nine profiles, you will need to delete an existing profile using the

Create profile

O (Q)

button before proceeding.

and press 2. Note

3 Start the connection wizard.

Highlight to start the connection wizard.

Connection wizard

and press 2

4 Choose FTP upload (08).

Highlight FTP upload and press J.

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5 Name the new network profile.

Profile name

6 Choose a connection method.

Highlight the connection method used by the network and press J. More information can be found on the pages listed below.

Search for wireless

Choose from a list of networks detected by the

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network

Push-button WPS

PIN-entry WPS

Direct

(access point)

camera. Proceed to page 70. Choose for wireless LAN access points with push-

button WPS. Proceed to page 72. Choose for wireless LAN access points with PIN-

entry WPS. Proceed to page 73. Connect directly to a host computer or ftp server in

access point mode, with the camera serving as an access point. Proceed to page 74.

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❚❚ Search for Wireless Network

SSID

Select Search for wireless network in Step 6 on page 69 to choose from a list of the networks (wireless LAN access points)

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detected by the camera.

1 Choose a network.

A Hidden SSIDs

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2 Enter the encryption key.

Press J when entry is complete.

Press J to establish a connection.

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3 Choose your next step.

The message at right is displayed when a connection is established. Proceed to page 75.

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❚❚ Push-Button WPS

Choose Push-button WPS in Step 6 on page 69

if the wireless LAN access

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point uses push-button WPS.

1 Press the WPS button on the wireless LAN access point.

For more information, see the documentation provided with the wireless LAN access point.

2 Press J button on the camera.

The camera will connect to the access point automatically.

3 Choose your next step.

The message at right is displayed when a connection is established. Proceed to page 75.

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❚❚ PIN-Entry WPS

Choose PIN-entry WPS in Step 6 on page 69 if the wireless LAN access point uses PIN-entry WPS.

1 Enter the PIN for the wireless LAN access point.

From a computer, enter the PIN for the wireless LAN access point. For more information, see the documentation provided with the wireless LAN access point.

2 Press J button on the camera.

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The camera will connect to the access point automatically.

3 Choose your next step.

The message at right is displayed when a connection is established. Proceed to page 75.

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❚❚ Direct (Access Point)

Selecting Direct (access point) in Step 6 on

page 69 enables access

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point mode, in which the camera serves as a wireless access point. The camera SSID and encryption key will be displayed in the monitor. On the computer or smart device, enter the SSID and encryption key displayed in the camera monitor (for more information, see the documentation provided with the computer or smart device). Proceed to Step 2 on page 75.

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Step 4: Network Settings

Follow the steps below to connect to the ftp server. Skip Step 1 if you selected Direct (access point) in Step 6 on page 69.

1 Obtain or select an IP address.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Obtain automatically: Select this option if the network is configured to supply the IP address automatically. The camera will display the IP address provided by the network; press J to proceed.

• Enter manually: When prompted, enter an IP address and subnet mask by pressing 4 and 2 to highlight segments

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and 1 and 3 to change. Press J when entry is complete. The camera will display the selected IP address; press J to proceed.

2 Choose the server type.

Highlight FTP or SFTP (secure ftp) and press J. If you selected Direct (access point) in Step 6 on page 69, proceed to Step 4.

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3 Enter the IP address.

Press the center of the multi selector and enter the server URL or IP address as

Wireless Connections

described in the camera manual (if the camera is a touch-screen model, you can enter characters by tapping the letters on the on-screen keyboard).

Press J when entry is complete.

Press J again to connect to the ftp server.

4 Log in.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Anonymous login: Select this option if the server does not require a user ID or password.

• Enter user ID: Enter a user ID and password when prompted and press J.

A MAC Address Filtering

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5 Choose a destination folder.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Home folder: Select this option to upload pictures to the server’s home folder.

• Enter folder name: Select this option to upload pictures to another of the folders existing on the server. Enter a folder name and path when prompted and press J.

6 Exit the wizard.

Highlight one of the following options and press J.

• Connect and exit wizard: Save the new network profile and connect to the server.

• Exit wizard: Save the new network profile and exit.

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Proceed to “FTP Upload” (078).

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FTP Upload

Photos and movies can be uploaded from camera memory cards to an ftp server as described below, or photos can be uploaded as

FTP Upload

they are taken. For information on setting up an ftp server, see page 95.

1 Display network profiles.

In the setup menu, select Network > Network settings to display the profiles

list. FTP server profiles are indicated by a N icon. Highlight a profile and press J to select the highlighted profile and return to the network menu.

The profile name will be displayed in green when a connection is established.

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2 View pictures.

Press the K button to view pictures. Display the first picture to be sent full frame or highlight it in the thumbnail list.

3 Upload pictures.

To upload a picture that has already been uploaded once, press J and the center of

FTP Upload

the multi selector once to remove the blue transfer icon, and then press J and the center of the multi selector again to mark the image with a white transfer icon.

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Uploading New Photographs as They Are Taken

To upload new photographs as they are taken, select On for Network > Options > Auto send in the setup menu (089).

FTP Upload

Interrupting Transmission/Removing Transfer Marking

To cancel transmission of images marked with white or green transfer icons, select the images during playback and press the multi selector. The transfer icon will be removed. Any of the following actions will also interrupt transmission:

• Turning the camera off

• Selecting Ye s for Network > Options > Deselect all? (091; this option

also removes transfer marking from all images)

J and the center of

D During Upload

Do not remove the memory card or disconnect the Ethernet cable during upload.

A Interval Timer Photography

Upload will be interrupted if the standby timer expires while interval timer photography is in progress. Choose a long standby time before starting the interval timer.

A Loss of Signal

Wireless transmission may be interrupted if the signal is lost, but can be resumed by turning the camera off and then on again.

A Turning the Camera Off

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Transfer Status

During playback, the status of images selected for upload is shown as follows:

Images that have been selected for upload are marked with a white

A green

Images that have been uploaded successfully are marked with a blue

: “Send”

a icon.

: “Sending”

b icon is displayed during upload.

: “Sent”

c icon.

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A Network Status

The status of the link between the host and the WT-7 is shown by the status LEDs and by the display in the top level of the network menu.

The Status LEDs

Status POWER LINK ERROR

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The Status Display

Signal strength: Wireless signal strength. Ethernet connections are shown by d.

e, f: The estimated time required to send the remaining images.

Battery level: The charge state of the battery in the WT-7.

Network status can also be viewed in the top level of the network menu.

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Menu Guide

This section describes the settings available for the Network option in the camera setup menu when the WT-7 is connected.

Choose Hardware

Choose the hardware used to connect to the network: Ethernet (Wired LAN) or wireless LAN (Wireless LAN).

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Network Settings

Connection type (08)

Profile name

(014, 23, 62, 69, 86)

SSID (wireless

connections only)

Communication mode (087)

Highlight Network settings and press 2 to display the network profiles list, where you can create new profiles or select an existing

Network Settings

profile.

The Profile List

The camera can store up to nine network profiles. Highlight a profile and press 2 to connect to the highlighted host computer or ftp server, or press O (Q) to delete the highlighted profile (085). To view information on the highlighted profile, press L (Z/Q).

To edit the highlighted profile, press W (M) (086).

Create Profile

Choose Connection wizard to create network profiles with the help of a wizard (013, 22, 61, 68), Configure manually to enter ftp and http server settings manually (0 103).

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