Nikon WT-4 User Manual

Wireless Transmitter

User's Manual

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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

Do not disassemble

Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire, electric shock, or other
injury. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident,
disconnect the camera power source and take the product to a Nikon­authorized service representative for inspection.

Cut power 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.

Do not use in the presence of flammable gas

Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or fire.

Keep dry

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

Do not handle with wet hands

Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

Keep out of reach of children

Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury.

For Your Safety

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Observe proper precautions when handling batte ries

Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following
precautions when handling batteries for use in this product:

• Be sure the product is off before replacing the battery. If you are using an AC

For Your Safety

adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

• Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment.

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

• Do not short or disassemble the battery.

• 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 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
place.

• Immediately after use, or when the product is used on battery power for an
extended period, the battery may become hot. Before removing the battery,
turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool.

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

Do not expose to high temperatures

Do not leave the device in a closed vehicle under the sun or in other areas
subject to extremely high temperatures. Failure to observe this precaution
could result in fire or in damage to the casing or internal parts.

Observe caution when using the antenna

When using the antenna, be careful not to put the tip of the antenna in your
eye accidentally. Failure to observe this precaution could result in blindness or
other visual impairment.

CD-ROMs

The CD-ROMs on which the software and manuals are distributed should not
be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD
player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.

Follow the instructions of hospital and airline personnel

This device emits radio frequency radiation that could interfere with medical
or navigational equipment. Do not use this device in a hospital or on board an
airplane without first obtaining the permission of hospital or airline staff.

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Notices

• 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 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, which contains encryption software developed in the
United States, is controlled by the United States Export Administration
Regulations and may not be exported or re-exported to any country to
which the United States embargoes goods. As of August 2007 the
following countries were subject to embargo: Cuba, Iran, North Korea,
Sudan, and Syria.

Notices

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Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.

❏ U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Declaration of Conformity

Notices

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

Products that contain a radio
transmitter are labeled with FCC ID
and may also carry the FCC logo.

FCC Radio Frequency Interference S tatement

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

CAUTIONS

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications
made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation
may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Interface Cables

Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using
other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.

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Indoor operations

In accordance with 47 CFR Part 15.407 (e) U-NII, devices operating in 5.15–

5.25 GHz frequency bands are restricted to indoor operations only.

Co-loc ation

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

FCC/IC RF Exposure Statement

The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are
associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however,
that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless
devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range
while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by
heating tissue), exposure to low-level RF that does not produce heating effects
causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF
exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested
that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been
confirmed by additional research. This Wireless Transmitter (WT-4A), which is
equipped with an SX-10WAG (FCC ID: N6C-SX10WAG / IC: 4908B-SX10WAG)
Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of
the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. Please refer to the SAR test report
that was uploaded to FCC website.

This WT-4A has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when
used with the Nikon Corporation accessories supplied or designated for this
product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF
exposure guidelines.

Notice for Customers in the State of California, U.S.A.

WARNING : Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical

known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.

Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York
11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: [phone]

Notices

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Notices for Customers in Canada

CAUTION : This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION : Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme

Notices

NMB-003 du Canada.

❏ IC RSS-GEN Exposure of Humans to RF Fields

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

This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum
gain of 2.1 dBi. Industry Canada regulations strictly prohibit antennas with
higher gain. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its
gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power
(EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication.

Co-loc ation

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

FCC/IC RF Exposure Statement

The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are
associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however,
that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless
devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range
while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by
heating tissue), exposure to low-level RF that does not produce heating effects
causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF
exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested
that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been
confirmed by additional research. This Wireless Transmitter (WT-4A), which is
equipped with an SX-10WAG (FCC ID: N6C-SX10WAG / IC: 4908B-SX10WAG)
Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of
the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. Please refer to the SAR test report
that was uploaded to FCC website.

This WT-4A has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when
used with the Nikon Corporation accessories supplied or designated for this
product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF
exposure guidelines.

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Notices for Customers in Europe

Hereby, Nikon, declares that this Wireless LAN Module (SX-10WAG) is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC.

❏ Notice for Customers in France

Outdoor use of wireless transceivers is prohibited in France.

❏ Symbol for Separate Collection in European

Countries

The following apply only to users in European countries:
This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.

• This product is designated for separate collection at an

appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household
waste.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities

in charge of waste management.

Notices

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Table of Contents

For Your Safety................................................................................................................i

Notices.............................................................................................................................iii

Introduction................................................................1

Parts of the WT-4...........................................................................................................2

Supported Modes.........................................................................................................4

Workflow..........................................................................................................................6

Preparing the Camera .................................................................................................7

Preparing the WT-4 ......................................................................................................8

Installing Software......................................................................................................10

Configuring the Network.........................................................................................16

Windows Vista/Creating an Ad Hoc Network.............................................................. 17

Windows Vista/Connecting to an Infrastructure Network ..................................21

Windows XP/Creating an Ad Hoc Network ..................................................................26

Windows XP/Connecting to an Infrastructure Network.......................................32

Macintosh/Creating an Ad Hoc Network.......................................................................38

Macintosh/Connecting to an Infrastructure Network............................................42

Using the WT-4 with a Computer ........................... 47

Copying Network Profiles to the Camera...........................................................48

Ad Hoc Networks........................................................................................................................... 48

Infrastructure Networks.............................................................................................................59

Upload pictures to a host computer....................................................................70

Connecting the WT-4 .................................................................................................................70

Uploading Images ........................................................................................................................74

Thumbnail Select Mode ...........................................................................................79

Connecting the WT-4 .................................................................................................................81

Uploading Images ........................................................................................................................85

PC Mode.........................................................................................................................90

Connecting to the Computer................................................................................................90

Controlling the Camera.............................................................................................................94

Print Mode.....................................................................................................................97

Configuring the Printer..............................................................................................................97

Printing Pictures..........................................................................................................................102

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Uploading Images to an ftp Server ...................... 107

Creating an ftp Server .............................................................................................108

Windows Vista.............................................................................................................................. 108

Windows XP .................................................................................................................................. 114

Macintosh....................................................................................................................................... 117

Copying Network Profiles to the Camera ........................................................119

Ad Hoc Networks....................................................................................................................... 119

Infrastructure Networks .........................................................................................................129

Connecting to the ftp Server ...............................................................................140

Uploading Images....................................................................................................145

Menu Guide............................................................ 151

Mode.............................................................................................................................152

Choose Profile.............................................................................................................................. 152

FTP Registration (for Connection to ftp Servers Only)........................................ 153

Editing ftp Profiles...................................................................................................................... 153

Transfer Settings (Transfer Mode Only)............................................................169

Auto Send....................................................................................................................................... 169

Delete After Send? .................................................................................................................... 169

Send File As.................................................................................................................................... 170

Send Folder.................................................................................................................................... 170

Deselect All?.................................................................................................................................. 170

Print (Print Mode Only)..........................................................................................171

Device Info..................................................................................................................172

Battery Info..................................................................................................................................... 172

MAC Address................................................................................................................................. 172

Firmware Version........................................................................................................................ 172

Device Settings .........................................................................................................173

Auto Power Off............................................................................................................................ 173

Format Transmitter’s Memory............................................................................................ 173

Appendices............................................................. 175

Creating ftp Profiles Using Camera Menus .....................................................175

Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................178

Glossary........................................................................................................................180

Specifications.............................................................................................................183

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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 camera shown in this manual is a Nikon D3. Save where otherwise
noted, all software and operating system dialogs, messages, and displays
are taken from Windows Vista Ultimate or Mac OS X. Their actual
appearance and content may vary with the operating system used. For
information on basic computer operations, see the documentation
provided with the computer or operating system.

A Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product
support and education, continually-updated information is available on­line 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://nikonimaging.com/

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Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of a WT-4 wireless transmitter for
compatible Nikon digital cameras. The WT-4 is for use exclusively
in the country of sale; operation in other jurisdictions is not
guaranteed. Users who are unsure as to the country of purchase
are requested to contact a Nikon-authorized service
representative for more information. Please read this manual
thoroughly and keep it where all those who use the product can
read it.

The principal difference between the WT-4 and WT-4A/B/C/D/E is
in the number of channels supported (pp. 54, 123, 155, 183);
unless otherwise stated, all references to the WT-4 also apply to
the WT-4A/B/C/D/E.

The following symbols and conventions are used throughout this
manual:

This icon marks cautions,
information that should be

D

read before use to prevent
damage to the product.

This icon marks notes,
information that should be

A

read before using the device.

Introduction 1

Parts of the WT-4

Parts of the W T-4

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1 Power switch

...........................71, 82, 91, 103, 141

2 Antenna connector....................... 8

3 Status LEDs ............................... 3, 77

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

4 USB connector cover

...........................70, 81, 90, 102, 140

5 USB connector

...........................70, 81, 90, 102, 140

4, 5

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6

7

8

6 Eyelet for strap
7 Connector cover

8 Battery chamber cover.................8

9 DC-IN connector

10 Ethernet connector

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Introduction

D The Antenna

Always use the supplied antenna with the WT-4. Use of other antennas
with this transmitter is prohibited by law.

A The POWER LED

When the WT-4 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 blink green to warn that the battery requires
charging. When the WT-4 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-4 (batteries such as
the EN-EL3e and the battery chargers such as the MH-18a are not
supplied):

❏ User’s Manual (this manual)
❏ Warranty
❏ Software CD
❏ Antenna
❏ Case

❏ Strap
❏ USB cable
❏ USB cable clip for the D3
❏ USB cable clip for the D300

A USB Cable Clips for D3 and D300 Cameras

The USB cable clips prevent accidental disconnections. Attach as shown
below.

Parts of the W T-4

USB cable clip for the D3

USB cable clip for the D300

Introduction

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Supported Modes

The WT-4 connects the camera to wireless and Ethernet networks.

Supported Modes

Photographs on the camera can then be previewed on the
computer or transmitted to an ftp server or printer and the camera
controlled remotely from a computer. The WT-4 supports the
following modes:

Mode Host Description See

Tran sfer m ode

Thumbnail

select mode

PC mode Computer

Print mode Computer

Computer

or ftp server

Computer

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.

Upload new or existing
photographs to host.

Preview the photographs in internal
memory on the computer monitor
before upload.

Control camera from computer
using optional Camera Control Pro 2
software.

Print JPEG photographs on printer
connected to network computer.

pg. 70

pg. 79

pg. 90

pg. 97

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Introduction

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

The camera can not connect to a wireless LAN when an Ethernet cable is
connected. Before connecting to a wireless LAN, turn the WT-4 off and
disconnect the Ethernet cable.

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

A Routers

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

A Firewall Settings

The WT-4 uses TCP ports 20 and 21 for ftp and TCP port 15740 and UDP
port 5353 when connecting to a computer. Computer firewalls must be
configured to allow access to these ports, as otherwise the computer may
not be able to access the WT-4.

A MAC Address Filtering

If the network using MAC address filtering, the filter must be supplied
with the MAC address of the WT-4. After attaching the WT-4 to the
camera, choose [Device info] > [MAC address] (pg. 172) from the camera
setup menu and note the wireless and Ethernet MAC addresses.

Supported Modes

Introduction

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Workflow

When using the WT-4 for the first time, follow the steps below to
set up the WT-4, install the required software, create a wireless

Workflow

network, and upload pictures to the computer.

1 Set up the WT-4 and install software (pp. 7–15).

1-1 Preparing the Camera
1-2 Preparing the WT-4
1-3 Installing Software

2 Configuring the Network (pp. 16–46).

• See pages pp. 17–25 for information on Windows Vista.

• See pages pp. 26–37 for information on Windows XP.

• See pages pp. 38–46 for information on Mac OS X.

3 Upload pictures.

Upload pictures to a host computer/Thumbnail Select Mode/PC Mode/Print Mode
(pp. 47–106).

3-1 Copying Network Profiles to the Camera
3-2 Connecting the WT-4
3-3 Uploading Images

Uploading Images to an ftp Se rver (pp. 107–149) .

3-1 Creating an ftp Server
3-2 Copying Network Profiles to the Camera
3-3 Connecting to the ftp Server
3-4 Uploading Images

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Preparing the Camera

Before using the WT-4, set the camera [USB] option to [MTP/PTP],
insert a battery in the WT-4, and install the WT-4 Setup Utility and
Thumbnail Selector on the host computer.

Choosing “MTP/PTP”

Before connecting the WT-4, set the camera [USB] option to [MTP/
PTP] as described below. Make sure that the camera battery is fully
charged or the optional AC adapter is connected. See the camera
manual for more information.

1 Turn the camera on.

Power switch

2 Select the [USB] in the camera setup

menu and choose [MTP/PTP]. See the
camera manual for details.

3 Turn the camera off.

Preparing the Camera

Introduction

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Preparing the WT-4

Attach the Antenna

Preparing the WT-4

Attach the supplied antenna to the WT-4 as
shown in the diagram.

Inserting the Battery

To prevent loss of power during setup or upload, use a fully­charged battery or an optional AC adapter. The WT-4 takes one
EN-EL3e rechargeable Li-ion battery; other batteries can not be
used. Note that the drain on the battery is increased when the
WT-4 is attached.

1 Open the battery chamber cover.

2 Using the side of the battery to

push the battery latch to one
side, slide the battery in until
the latch clicks into place. Be
sure the battery is in the
correct orientation. For safety
precautions and information
on charging the battery, see the battery and charger manuals.

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Introduction

Battery latch

3 Close the battery-chamber cover.

A Removing the Battery

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

A Stand-By Mode

When disconnected from the camera, the WT-4 will turn off automatically
after the delay chosen for the [Auto power off] option in the [Wireless
transmitter] menu (pg. 173), reducing the drain on the battery. Note that
the WT-4 will not turn off automatically when transmitting data to a
computer in thumbnail select mode (pg. 79).

A Battery Level

The level of the battery inserted in the WT-4 can be determined by
connecting the WT-4 to the camera (pp. 70, 81, 90, 102, 140) and checking
the battery level using the [Battery info] option (pg. 172) in the camera
setup menu.

A The EH-6 AC Adapter

The optional EH-6 AC adapter can also be used to
power the camera when the WT-4 is connected.
Connect the DC plug on the AC adapter to the
WT-4 DC-IN connector, not to the camera.

Preparing the WT-4

Introduction

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Installing Software

This section describes how to install the WT-4 Setup Utility and

Installing Software

Thumbnail Selector. The WT-4 Setup Utility is used to copy
computer and printer profiles to the camera and is required when
configuring the camera for connection to a computer in transfer,
PC, and print modes (either the WT-4 Setup Utility or the camera
menus can be used for connection to ftp servers in transfer mode;
see page 175 for information on using the camera menus for ftp).
Thumbnail Selector required for thumbnail select mode (pg. 79).

Follow the steps below to install the WT-4 Setup Utility and
Thumbnail Selector under Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Mac OS X.

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Introduction

❏ System Requirements

Before using the WT-4 or WT-4 Setup Utility CD, confirm that your
system meets the following requirements:

Camera Nikon D3 and D300 digital single-lens reflex cameras

Power source

OS

Network

Miscellaneous

1. For the latest information on supported operating systems, see the Nikon

website for your area (pg. x).

2. Not required for connection to ftp servers.

3. Connect the camera directly to the computer. The camera may not function

as expected when connected via a hub, extension cable, or keyboard.

One EN-EL3e rechargeable Li-ion battery or EH-6 AC
adapter (available separately)

• To connect to a computer: Windows Vista Home Basic/
Home Premium/Business/Enterprise/Ultimate (32 bit),
Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later (Service Pack 2
recommended) or Mac OS X version 10.3.9 or 10.4.10
(Power PC G4/G5 and Intel CPUs only). Connection to

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computers on other networks via a router is not
supported.

• To upload pictures to an ftp server: Operation has been
confirmed with Windows Vista Business/Enterprise/
Ultimate, Windows XP Professional Service Pack 1 or
later and Mac OS X version 10.3.9 or 10.4.10.

• Wir eless: Wireless LAN access point or computer with
built-in or external wireless LAN adapter (IEEE 802.11b,

802.11g, or 802.11a compliant).

• Ethern et: Ethernet cable and computer with built-in or
external Ethernet port (100 base-TX or 10 base-T)

• WT-4 Setup Utility: required to copy computer profiles to
camera.

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• Thumbnail Selector : required for thumbnail select mode.

• CD-ROM drive: required when installing WT-4 Setup

Utility/Thumbnail Selector

• USB: the supplied USB cable and a computer with built-
in USB port are required when copying network
profiles to camera.

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Installing Software

Introduction

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❏ Windows Vista/Windows XP

1 Start the computer and log in to an account with

administrator privileges.

Installing Software

2 Insert the supplied installer CD in a CD-ROM drive.

A Windows Vista

Under Windows Vista, an “AutoPlay” dialog will be displayed; click
[Run Welcome.exe].
displayed; click [Allow].

A language-selection dialog will be displayed.

A “User Account Control” dialog will then be

A If the Language Selection Dialog Is Not Displayed

If the installer does not start automatically, open the “Computer” or
“My Computer” window by selecting [Computer] or [My Computer]
from the [Start] menu (Windows Vista/XP) or by double-clicking the
[My Computer] icon on the desktop (Windows 2000 Professional),
and then double-click the CD-ROM icon.

3 Select a language and click

[Next].

If the desired language is
not available, click [Region
Selection] to choose a different
region and then choose the
desired language.

4 Click [Install].

A Link to Nikon

Download trial versions of other
Nikon software from a Nikon website
or visit Nikon technical support
websites (Internet connection
required).

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Introduction

5 Select the software to be

installed and click [Install].
Follow the on-screen instructions
to complete installation.

6 The dialog shown at right will be

displayed when installation is
complete. Click [Yes] to close the
installer dialog.

7 Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. If prompted

to restart the computer, follow the on-screen instructions.

Installing Software

Introduction

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❏ Mac OS X

1 Start the computer and log in to an account with

administrator privileges.

Installing Software

2 Insert the supplied installer CD in a CD-ROM drive.

click the installer CD icon on the desktop, then double-click
the [Welcome] icon.

3 The dialog shown at right will be

displayed; enter an administrator
name and password and click
[OK].

4 A language selection dialog will

be displayed; select a language
and click [Next].
language is not available, click
[Region Selection] to choose a
different region and then choose
the desired language.

If the desired

5 Click [Install].

A Link to Nikon

Download trial versions of other
Nikon software from a Nikon website
or visit Nikon technical support
websites (Internet connection
required).

Double-

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6 Select the software to be

installed and click [Install].
Follow the on-screen instructions
to complete installation.

7 The dialog shown at right will be

displayed when installation is
complete. Click [OK].

8 Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. If prompted

to restart the computer, follow the on-screen instructions.

Installing Software

A The WT-3 Setup Utility

If the WT-3 Setup Utility is installed or uninstalled after the WT-4 Setup
Utility/Thumbnail Selector is installed, the WT-4 Setup Utility/Thumbnail
Selector must be reinstalled.

Introduction

15

Configuring the Network

This section describes how to create ad-hoc and infrastructure

Configuring the Network

networks under Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Mac OS X.

Windows Vista

Ad hoc Network pg. 17
Infrastructure Network pg. 21

Windows XP

Ad hoc Network pg. 26
Infrastructure Network pg. 32

Macintosh

Ad hoc Network pg. 38
Infrastructure Network pg. 42

A Connecting to Existing Wireless LANs

The WT-4 can also be used to connect to existing wireless LANs. Switch to
the existing network after creating a new network for use with the WT-4.

A Wireless Networks: Infrastructure Versus Ad-hoc

Wireless networks may be either infrastructure or ad-hoc.

• Infrastructure: Connection is via a
wireless LAN access point.

• Ad-hoc: A peer-to-peer wireless
network consisting solely of the
WT-4 and the host.

WT-4 Wireless

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LAN access

Host WT-4 Host

point

Windows Vista

❏ Creating an Ad Hoc Network

1 Click the [Start] orb and select [Connect To].

2 Click [Set up a connection or network].

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Introduction 17

3 Select [Set up a wireless ad hoc (computer-to-computer)

network] and click [Next].

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4 Click [Next].

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5 After entering a network name and choosing security options

as described below, select [Save this network] and click [Next].

• Network name: Enter a name of up to 32 characters.

• Security type: Choose from [WEP] and [No authentication

(Open)].

• Security key/Passphrase: If [WEP] is selected for [Security type],
enter a security key. To enable 64-bit encryption, enter a
five-character ASCII or ten-digit hexadecimal key. To enable
128-bit encryption, enter a 13-character ASCII or 26-digit
hexadecimal key. ASCII keys may contain letters,
punctuation, and the numbers 0–9, hexadecimal keys the
numbers 0–9 and the letters a, b, c, d, e, and f.

Configuring the Network / Windows Vista / Creating an Ad Hoc Network

Introduction 19

6 Click [Close].

Configuring the Network / Windows Vista / Creating an Ad Hoc Network

Network setup is now complete. Proceed to “Using the WT-4 with
a Computer” (pg. 47) or “Uploading Images to an ftp Server” (pg.

107).

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❏ Connecting to an Infrastructure Network

Procedures for connecting your computer to a wireless LAN access
point are described here.

Configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point

Following the instructions in the manual for the wireless LAN
access point, choose a network name (SS-ID), authentication,
encryption, security key, and key index.

Configuring the Host

1 Click the [Start] orb and select [Connect To].

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Introduction 21

2 Click [Set up a connection or network].

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3 Select [Manually connect to a wireless network] and click

[Next].

If [Manually connect to a wireless network] is not displayed,
install the necessary driver software as described in the
documentation for the wireless LAN adapter.

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4 After entering a network name and choosing security options

to match those selected for the wireless LAN access point,
click [Next].

• Network name: Enter a name of up to 32 characters.

• Security type: Choose from [No authentication (Open)], [WEP],

[WPA-Personal], and [WPA2-Personal]. [WPA-Enterprise],
[WPA2-Enterprise], and [802.1x] can not be used with the
WT-4.

• Encryption type: The type of encryption available depends on
the options selected for [Security type]:

❏ None (open system): [None]
❏ WEP: [WEP]
❏ WPA, WPA2: [TKIP], [AES]

• Security key/Passphrase: If [WEP] is selected for [Security type],
enter a 5- or 13-character ASCII key or 10- or 26-digit
hexadecimal key. Entering a five-character ASCII or ten-digit
hexadecimal key enables 64-bit encryption, a 13-character
ASCII or 26-digit hexadecimal key 128-bit encryption. ASCII
keys may contain letters, punctuation, and the numbers 0–9,
hexadecimal keys the numbers 0–9 and the letters a, b, c, d,
e, and f. If [TKIP] or [AES] is selected for [Security type], enter
an ASCII key of 8 to 63 characters or a 64-digit hexadecimal
key.

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Configuring the Network / Windows Vista / Connecting to an Infrastructure

5 Click [Connect to…].

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6 Confirm that [Connected] appears next to the network name

entered in Step 4 and click [Cancel].

Network setup is now complete. Proceed to “Using the WT-4 with
a Computer” (pg. 47) or “Uploading Images to an ftp Server” (pg.

107).

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Introduction 25

Windows XP

❏ Creating an Ad Hoc Network

Configuring the Network / Windows XP / Creating an Ad Hoc Network

1 Click [Start] and select [All Programs] > [Accessories] >

[Communications] > [Network Connections].

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2 Select [Wireless Network Connection] and click [Change

settings of this connection].

If a [Wireless Network Connection] icon is not displayed, install
the necessary driver software as described in the
documentation for the wireless LAN adapter.

Configuring the Network / Windows XP / Creating an Ad Hoc Network

Introduction 27

3 Click the [Wireless Networks] tab.

Configuring the Network / Windows XP / Creating an Ad Hoc Network

If a third-party wireless connection program is installed, the
[Wireless Networks] tab will not be displayed. Choose
authentication, encryption, and a security key as described in
the documentation for the wireless LAN adapter. Make a note
of the security key, as it will be required when setting up the
camera.

4 Select [Use Windows to configure my wireless network

settings].

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5 Click [Add].

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Introduction 29

6 After entering a network name and choosing security options

as described below, select [This is a computer-to-computer
(ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not used] and

Configuring the Network / Windows XP / Creating an Ad Hoc Network

click [OK]. Do not select [The key is provided for me
automatically].

• Network name (SSID): Enter a name of up to 32 characters.

• Network Authentication: Choose from [Open] and [Shared].

• Data encryption: Choose from [WEP] and [Disabled].

• Network key : If [WEP] is selected for [Data encryption], enter a

security key. To enable 64-bit encryption, enter a five­character ASCII or ten-digit hexadecimal key. To enable 128­bit encryption, enter a 13-character ASCII or 26-digit
hexadecimal key. ASCII keys may contain letters,
punctuation, and the numbers 0–9, hexadecimal keys the
numbers 0–9 and the letters a, b, c, d, e, and f.

• Key index (advanced): If [WEP] is selected for [Data encryption],
choose a key index.

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7 Click [OK].

Network setup is now complete. Proceed to “Using the WT-4 with
a Computer” (pg. 47) or “Uploading Images to an ftp Server” (pg.

107).

Configuring the Network / Windows XP / Creating an Ad Hoc Network

Introduction 31

❏ Connecting to an Infrastructure Network

Procedures for connecting your computer to a wireless LAN access
point are described here.

Configuring the Network / Windows XP / Connecting to an Infrastructure

Configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point

Following the instructions in the manual for the wireless LAN
access point, choose a network name (SS-ID), authentication,
encryption, security key, and key index.

Configuring the Host

1 Click [Start] and select [All Programs] > [Accessories] >

[Communications] > [Network Connections].

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2 Select [Wireless Network Connection] and click [Change

settings of this connection].

If a [Wireless Network Connection] icon is not displayed, install
the necessary driver software as described in the
documentation for the wireless LAN adapter.

Configuring the Network / Windows XP / Connecting to an Infrastructure

Introduction 33

3 Click the [Wireless Networks] tab.

Configuring the Network / Windows XP / Connecting to an Infrastructure

If a third-party wireless connection program is installed, the
[Wireless Networks] tab will not be displayed. Choose
authentication, encryption, and a security key as described in
the documentation for the wireless LAN adapter. Make a note
of the security key, as it will be required when setting up the
camera.

4 Select [Use Windows to configure my wireless network

settings].

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5 Click [Add].

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Introduction 35

6 After entering a network name and choosing security options

to match those selected for the wireless LAN access point,
remove the check from [This is a computer-to-computer (ad

Configuring the Network / Windows XP / Connecting to an Infrastructure

hoc) network; wireless access points are not used] and click
[OK].

• Network name (SSID): Enter a name of up to 32 characters.

• Network Authentication: Choose from [Open], [Shared], [WPA],

and [WPA-PSK].

• Data encryption: The type of encryption available depends on
the options selected for [Network Authentication]:

❏ Open, Shared: [WEP], [Disabled]
❏ WPA, WPA-PSK: [TKIP], [AES]

• Network key : If [WEP] is selected for [Data encryption], enter a
5- or 13-character ASCII key or 10- or 26-digit hexadecimal
key. Entering a five-character ASCII or ten-digit hexadecimal
key enables 64-bit encryption, a 13-character ASCII or 26­digit hexadecimal key 128-bit encryption. ASCII keys may
contain letters, punctuation, and the numbers 0–9,
hexadecimal keys the numbers 0–9 and the letters a, b, c, d,
e, and f. If [TKIP] or [AES] is selected for [Data encryption],
enter an ASCII key of 8 to 63 characters or a 64-digit
hexadecimal key.

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7 Click [OK].

Network setup is now complete. Proceed to “Using the WT-4 with
a Computer” (pg. 47) or “Uploading Images to an ftp Server” (pg.

107).

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Macintosh

❏ Creating an Ad Hoc Network

Configuring the Network / Macintosh / Creating an Ad Hoc Network

1 Open [System Preferences] and click [Network].

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2 Choose [Network Port Configurations] from the [Show] menu.

3 Enable [AirPort], drag it to the top of the list, and click [Apply

Now].

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Introduction 39

4 Click the AirPort status icon in the menu bar and select [Turn

AirPort On].

Configuring the Network / Macintosh / Creating an Ad Hoc Network

5 Click the AirPort status icon in the menu bar and select [Create

Network...].

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6 After choosing a network name and channel and adjusting

encryption and password options as described below, click
[OK].

• Name: Enter a name of up to 32 characters.

• Channel: Choose a channel.

• Enable encryption (using WEP): Select this option to enable WEP

encryption.

• Password: If WEP encryption is enabled, enter a security key.
The length of the key depends on the option selected for
[WEP key]:

❏ [40-bit (more compatible)]: Enter a five-character ASCII or ten-

digit hexadecimal key.

❏ [128-bit]: Enter a 13-character ASCII or 26-digit

hexadecimal key.

ASCII keys may contain letters, punctuation, and the
numbers 0–9, hexadecimal keys the numbers 0–9 and the
letters a, b, c, d, e, and f.

• WEP key : Choose the length of the WEP key.

Configuring the Network / Macintosh / Creating an Ad Hoc Network

Network setup is now complete. Proceed to “Using the WT-4 with
a Computer” (pg. 47), “Uploading Images to an ftp Server” (pg.

107).

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❏ Connecting to an Infrastructure Network

Procedures for connecting your computer to a wireless LAN access
point are described here.

Configuring the Network / Macintosh / Connecting to an Infrastructure

Configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point

Following the instructions in the manual for the wireless LAN
access point, choose a network name (SS-ID), authentication,
encryption, security key, and key index.

Configuring the Host

1 Open [System Preferences] and click [Network].

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2 Choose [Network Port Configurations] from the [Show] menu.

3 Enable [AirPort], drag it to the top of the list, and click [Apply

Now].

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Introduction 43

4 Choose [AirPort] from the [Show] menu.

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5 Choose [Preferred networks] from the [By default, join] menu

and click [+].

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6 Enter the network name and other settings for the wireless

access point and click [OK].

• Network Name: Enter a name of up to 32 characters.

• Wireless Security: Choose from [None], [WEP Password], [WEP

40/128-bit hex], [WEP 40/128-bit ASCII], [WPA Personal], and
[WPA2 Personal]. [LEAP], [WPA Enterprise], [WPA2
Enterprise], and [802.1X WEP] can not be used with the
WT-4.

• Password: If WEP or WPA encryption is enabled, enter a
security key. The length of the key depends on the option
selected for [Wireless Security]:

❏ [WEP Password]: Enter a five- or thirteen-character key.
❏ [WEP 40/128 bit (hex)]: Enter a 10- or 26-digit hexadecimal

key. Hexadecimal keys may contain only the numbers 0–9
and the letters a, b, c, d, e, and f.

❏ [WEP 40/128 bit (ASCII)]: Enter a five- or thirteen-character key.
❏ [WPA-Personal], [WPA2-Personal]: Enter a key of 8 to 63

characters.

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Introduction 45

7 Click [Apply Now].

Configuring the Network

Network setup is now complete. Proceed to “Using the WT-4 with
a Computer” (pg. 47) or “Uploading Images to an ftp Server” (pg.

107).

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Using the WT-4 with a Computer

The WT-4 can be used in the following modes:

Transfer mode: Upload images to a computer.
Thumbnail select mode: Use the supplied Thumbnail Selector software

to preview the photographs on the camera as small thumbnail
images and select pictures for upload.

PC mode: Control the camera from a computer using Camera
Control Pro 2 (available separately).

Print mode: Print JPEG images from the camera to a printer
connected to a network computer.

The workflow for each of these modes is shown below.

1 Copying Network Profiles to the Camera (pg. 48).

• Ad Hoc Networks (pg. 48)

• Infrastructure Networks (

2 Upload pictures.

Upload pictures to a host computer (pp. 70–78).

2-1 Connecting the WT-4
2-2 Uploading Images

Thumbnail Select Mode (pp. 79–89).

2-1 Connecting the WT-4
2-2 Uploading Images

PC Mode (pp. 90–96).

2-1 Connecting to the Computer
2-2 Controlling the Camera

Print Mode (pg. 97–106).

2-1 Configuring the Printer
2-2 Printing Pictures

pg. 59)

Using the WT-4 with a Computer 47

Copying Network Profiles to the Camera

Copying Network Profiles to the Camera / Ad Hoc Networks

Ad Hoc Networks

1 Connect the UC-E4 as shown below.

2 Turn the camera on.

Power switch

3 Turn the computer on and start the WT-4 Setup Utility.

• Windows: Double-click the [WT-4 Setup Utility] icon on the
desktop.

• Macintosh: Click the [WT-4WirelessSetup] icon in the Dock.

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4 The dialog shown below will be displayed; click [Next].

5 Select [Add/Edit profiles] and click [Next].

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49

A The “Select Action” Dialog

The other options in the “Select Action” dialog are described below. Note
that the camera need not be connected to a computer to choose a printer
or change the upload folder.

Copying Network Profiles to the Camera / Ad Hoc Networks

• Change password: The dialog shown at
right will be displayed. By default, no
password is required to change
device profiles using the WT-4 Setup
Utility. A password can be added by
selecting [Change password]. If the
camera is later connected to a
different computer, a password
prompt will be displayed. Once the
correct password has been entered,
the prompt will not be displayed
again. To change an existing
password, enter the old password before typing the new password. To
remove the password, select [Reset password (profiles will be lost)] and
click [Next]. Please note that resetting the password deletes all existing
device profiles from the camera. Click [Back] to exit without changing
password settings.

• Setup wireless printer: By default, the system default printer for the host
computer will be used when printing pictures. To choose a different
printer, select [Setup wireless printer] (pg. 97).

• Setup picture folder: The dialog shown
at right will be displayed. This screen
allows you to select the destination
folder when downloading images to
your computer in transfer mode.
Click the […] button to select the
destination for images uploaded to
the computer (the camera need not
be connected for this operation). The
default destination is the “WT-4”
folder in the “Pictures” (Windows
Vista/Mac OS X) or “My Pictures”
(Windows XP).

• Show it with ViewNX: If this option is selected, uploaded images will be

displayed in ViewNX when the connection with the WT-4 is
terminated. This option only available if ViewNX is installed.

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6 Select [Add new profile] and click [Next].

7 Enter the following information and click [Next]:

• Profile name: Enter a name of up to 16 characters.

• Profile type: Choose [Computer].

• Interface type: Choose [Wireless & Ethernet] for networks that

include wireless, or [Ethernet only] for Ethernet-only
networks.

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8 Select [Manual setup] and click [Next].

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Using the WT-4 with a Computer

A “Au tomatic Set u p ”

Choose [Automatic setup (recommended)] when using a new
network for the first time. The following dialog will be displayed;
select [Use Ad-hoc network] and click [Next] to proceed to Step 11
(pg. 57).

The [Automatic setup (recommended)] option can not be used with
existing network profiles, third-party wireless LAN adapters, networks
using static IP addresses, or Windows XP SP1 or Mac OS X.

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53

9 Enter the following information and click [Next].

• Network name (SSID): Enter a network name or choose from a

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list of existing networks. Do not change the name if it is
supplied automatically.

• Communication mode: Select [Ad hoc].

• Channel: Select a channel. Note that if a matching SSID is

detected on a different channel, the WT-4 may change the
channel automatically.

• Authentication: Choose the type of authentication used on the
network. In ad-hoc mode, the camera supports open system
and shared key authentication.

• Encryption: The type of encryption used on the network.
Choose from [None] (open networks only), 64-bit WEP, and
128-bit WEP.

• Encryption key: If the network uses encryption, enter the
network key. The number of characters required depends
on the type of key used:

WEP (64-bit) WEP (128-bit)

Number of characters (ASCII) 513

Number of characters (hex) 10 26

• Key Index: If [WEP64] or [WEP128] is selected for [Encryption],
choose a key index (the default index is [1]). A key index is
not required when [None] is selected.

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55

10

Select [Obtain IP address automatically] and click [Next].

• Obtain IP address automatically: Select this option if the network

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is configured to supply IP addresses automatically. If the
network does not include a DHCP server, addresses will be
supplied by Auto IP (pg. 180).

• IP address: If the network is configured for manual IP
addressing, enter an IP address for the WT-4.

• Subnet mask: If the network is configured for manual IP
addressing, enter a subnet mask for the WT-4.

• Default gateway: If the network requires a gateway address,
select this option and enter the address supplied by the
network administrator. This option applies only if [FTP
Server] is selected for [Profile type] in Step 7.

• DNS Server: If a Domain Name Server exists on the network,
select this option and enter the address supplied by the
network administrator. This option applies only if [FTP
Server] is selected for [Profile type] in Step 7.

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11

Confirm that settings are correct and click [Next].

12

Select [Finish wizard] and click [Next].

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57

13

Turn the camera off and
disconnect the USB cable.

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The network profile has now been copied to the camera. Proceed
to “Upload pictures to a host computer” (pg. 70), “Thumbnail
Select Mode” (pg. 79), “PC Mode” (pg. 90) or “Print Mode” (pg. 97).

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Infrastructure Networks

1 Connect the UC-E4 as shown below.

2 Turn the camera on.

Power switch

3 Turn the computer on and start the WT-4 Setup Utility.

• Windows: Double-click the [WT-4 Setup Utility] icon on the
desktop.

• Macintosh: Click the [WT-4WirelessSetup] icon in the Dock.

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59

4 The dialog shown below will be displayed; click [Next].

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5 Select [Add/Edit profiles] and click [Next].

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A The “Select Action” Dialog

The other options in the “Select Action” dialog are described below. Note
that the camera need not be connected to a computer to choose a printer
or change the upload folder.

• Change password: The dialog shown at
right will be displayed. By default, no
password is required to change
device profiles using the WT-4 Setup
Utility. A password can be added by
selecting [Change password]. If the
camera is later connected to a
different computer, a password
prompt will be displayed. Once the
correct password has been entered,
the prompt will not be displayed
again. To change an existing
password, enter the old password before typing the new password. To
remove the password, select [Reset password (profiles will be lost)] and
click [Next]. Please note that resetting the password deletes all existing
device profiles from the camera. Click [Back] to exit without changing
password settings.

• Setup wireless printer: By default, the system default printer for the host
computer will be used when printing pictures. To choose a different
printer, select [Setup wireless printer] (pg. 97).

• Setup picture fold er: The dialog shown
at right will be displayed. This screen
allows you to select the destination
folder when downloading images to
your computer in transfer mode.
Click the […] button to select the
destination for images uploaded to
the computer (the camera need not
be connected for this operation). The
default destination is the [WT-4]
folder in the “Pictures” (Windows
Vista/Mac OS X) or “My Pictures”
(Windows XP).

•Show it with ViewNX: If this option is selected, uploaded images will be

displayed in ViewNX when the connection with the WT-4 is
terminated. This option only available if ViewNX is installed.

Using the WT-4 with a Computer

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6 Select [Add new profile] and click [Next].

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7 Enter the following information and click [Next]:

• Profile name: Enter a name of up to 16 characters.

• Profile type: Choose [Computer].

• Interface type: Choose [Wireless & Ethernet] for networks that

include wireless, or [Ethernet only] for Ethernet-only
networks.

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8 Select [Manual setup] and click [Next].

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63

A “Au tomati c Setup ”

Choose [Automatic setup (recommended)] when using a new
network for the first time. The following dialog will be displayed.
Select [Infrastructure network (recommended)] (if more than one

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infrastructure network exists, choose a network from the pull-down
menu) and click [Next] to proceed to Step 11 (pg. 68).

The [Automatic setup (recommended)] option can not be used with
existing network profiles, third-party wireless LAN adapters, networks
using static IP addresses, Windows XP SP1, Mac OS X, or computers
that are not configured for connection to a wireless LAN access point.

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9 Enter the following information and click [Next].

• Network name (SSID): Enter a network name or choose from a
list of existing networks. Do not change the name if it is
supplied automatically.

• Communication mode: Select [Infrastructure].

• Authentication: Choose the authentication used on the

network. In infrastructure mode, the camera supports WPA­PSK, WPA2-PSK, open system, and shared key
authentication.

• Encryption: Choose the encryption used on the network. The
options available depend on the authentication used:

Open: None, 64- or 128-bit WEP Shared: 64- or 128-bit WEP
WPA-PSK: TKIP, AES WPA2-PSK: AES

• Encryption key: If the network uses encryption, enter the
network key. The number of characters required depends
on the type of key used:

WEP (64-bit) WEP (128-bit) TKIP, AES

Number of characters (A SCII) 5138–63

Number of characters (hex) 10 26 64

• Key Index: If [WEP64] or [WEP128] is selected for [Encryption],
choose a key index (the default index is [1]). A key index is
not required when [None] is selected.

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65

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10

Select [Obtain IP address automatically] and click [Next].

• Obtain IP address automatically: Select this option if the network
is configured to supply IP addresses automatically. If the
network does not include a DHCP server, addresses will be
supplied by Auto IP (pg. 180).

• IP address: If the network is configured for manual IP
addressing, enter an IP address for the WT-4.

• Subnet mask: If the network is configured for manual IP
addressing, enter a subnet mask for the WT-4.

• Default gateway: If the network requires a gateway address,
select this option and enter the address supplied by the
network administrator. This option applies only if [FTP
Server] is selected for [Profile type] in Step 7.

• DNS Server: If a Domain Name Server exists on the network,
select this option and enter the address supplied by the
network administrator. This option applies only if [FTP
Server] is selected for [Profile type] in Step 7.

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A Choosing an IP Address

Select [Obtain IP address automatically] if a DHCP server is present on the
network, otherwise deselect this option and enter an IP address different
from that of the computer or wireless LAN access point.

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11

Confirm that settings are correct and click [Next].

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12

Select [Finish wizard] and click [Next].

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13

Turn the camera off and
disconnect the USB cable.

The network profile has now been copied to the camera. Proceed
to “Upload pictures to a host computer” (pg. 70), “Thumbnail
Select Mode” (pg. 79), “PC Mode” (pg. 90), “Print Mode” (pg. 97).

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Upload pictures to a host computer

Upload pictures to a host computer / Connecting the WT-4

Connecting the WT-4

Before connecting the WT-4, select [MTP/PTP] for the [USB] option
in the camera setup menu (pg. 7) and confirm that the host
computer is running and the user is logged in.

1 Turn the camera off an d inse r t the

memory card containing the pictures to
be sent (if the camera is equipped with
multiple memory card slots, the card can
be inserted into any slot).

Front

To access the network via Ethernet, connect the Ethernet
cable (pg. 2). Note that wireless transfer is disabled while an
Ethernet cable is connected. Disconnect the Ethernet cable
before accessing a wireless network. Turn the WT-4 off before
connecting or disconnecting the Ethernet cable.

2 Open the WT-4 USB connector cover and

connect the USB cable from the WT-4 to
the camera USB connector.

3 Turn the camera on.

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4 Select [Transfer mode] for the [Wireless

transmitter] > [Mode] option in the
camera setup menu (pg. 152).

5 A list of available connection profiles will

be displayed. Highlight the desired
profile and press J.

A Viewing Profile Information

Press the camera L (?) button to view
information on the selected profile.

6 Select [Wireless transmitter] > [Transfer

settings] and adjust settings as
described on pages pp. 169–170.

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7 Turn on the WT-4.

8 Confirm that the selected profile is

displayed in green in the top level of the
wireless transmitter menu. For
information on what to do if an error is
displayed, see “Troubleshooting” (pg.

178).

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A Ad-hoc Networks (Windows Vista)

To connect to an ad-hoc network using Windows Vista, turn the
WT-4 on and follow the steps below on the computer.

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1 Click the “Start” orb and select [Connect To].

2 Select the network name (SSID) for the WT-4 and click

[Connect].

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3 Enter the network security key and click [Connect].

4 Click [Close].

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Uploading Images

1 Press the K button to view pictures on the memory card.

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Display the first picture to be sent in single-image playback or
highlight it in the thumbnail list.

2 While pressing the N button, press the

center of the multi selector (D3) or the J
button (D300). The image will be
marked with a white “send” icon and
transmission will begin immediately.
During upload, images are marked with
a green “sending” icon. Repeat this process to send additional
images (pictures will be sent in the order selected).

Images that have been successfully
uploaded are marked with a blue “sent”
icon. Images can be resent by pressing
the center of the multi selector while
pressing the N button (D3) or the J
button (D300) to change the blue “sent”
icon to a white “send” icon.

A D300 Retouch Options

When [Wireless transmitter] > [Mode] > [Transfer mode] is selected in the
camera setup menu and the WT-4 is on, the J button on the D300 is used
during playback to select pictures for upload, preventing it from being
used to select pictures for other operations, such as side-by-side
comparison. To restore normal operation, select another option for
[Wireless transmitter] > [Mode].

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3 Turn the WT-4 off and wait for the

POWER LED (pg. 3) to turn from green to
yellow and then go out. Disconnect the
USB cable. The destination folder
selected in the Setup Utility (pg. 50) will
open automatically when the
connection between the computer and
the WT-4 is terminated.

❏ Interrupting Transmission

To cancel transmission of images marked with a white “send” icon
or green “sending” icon, select the images during playback and
press the center of the multi selector while pressing the N button
(D3) or the J button (D300). The icon will be removed. Any of the
following actions will also interrupt transmission:

• Turning the camera or WT-4 off

• Selecting [Yes] for [Wireless transmitter] > [Transfer

settings] > [Deselect all]

D During Upload

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

A Voice Memos

Voice memos can not be uploaded separately, but will be included when
associated pictures are transmitted. Voice recordings can not be selected
for upload.

A Loss of Signal

Transmission may be interrupted if the signal is lost (pg. 77). Transmission
can be resumed by turning the WT-4 off and then on again.

A Turning the Camera Off

“Send” marking will be saved if the camera or WT-4 is turned off while
transmission is in progress. Transmission of images marked with a “send”
icon will resume when the camera or WT-4 is turned on.

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❏ Transfer Status

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

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a: “Send”

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

a icon.

b: “Sending”

A green

b icon is displayed during upload.

c: “Sent”

Images that have been uploaded
successfully are marked with a blue

c icon.

A Removing the “Send,” “Sending,” and “Sent” Icons

“Send,” “sending,” and “sent” icons can be removed from all images by
selecting [Yes] for [Wireless transmitter] > [Transfer settings] > [Deselect
all?] (pg. 170).

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❏ Network Status

The status of the link between the host and the WT-4 is shown by
the status LEDs and by the display in the top level of the wireless
transmitter menu.

The Status LEDs

The POWER LED lights when the WT-4 is on.
Signal quality is shown by the LINK LED: the
faster the LED blinks, the better the signal
and the faster data can be transmitted. The
ERROR LED blinks to show that an error has
occurred.

Status POWER LINK ERROR

WT-4 off

USB cable not connected

Connecting to host

Waiting to send or sending data

Connection error

WT-4 hardware or battery malfunction

I (off ) I (off) I (off)

K (on) I (off ) I (off)

K (on) K (on) I (off)

K (on) H (blinks) I (off )

H (blinks) I (off) H (blinks)

H (blinks) H (blinks) H (blinks)

Status LEDs

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The Status Display

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

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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”

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

Battery level: A five­level display
showing the charge
state of the battery
in the WT-4.

followed by the nam e of the fi le bei ng
sent. Any errors that occur during
transfer are also displayed here.

Signal strength: This icon shows w ireless
signal strength. It is displayed in red
when no signal can be detected. For
maximum signal strength, ensure a
clear line of sight between the WT-4
antenna and the wireless LAN adapter
or access point. A d icon is displayed
when the WT-4 is connected via
Ethernet.

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Thumbnail Select Mode

Photographs taken with [Thumbnail select mode] selected for
[Mode] are saved both to the camera memory card and to the
WT-4 wireless transmitter’s internal memory.
previews of the copies on the WT-4 are transmitted to the
computer for display in the supplied Thumbnail Selector software,
making it possible to select photographs for transfer to the
computer.

Small thumbnail

Example

Suppose multiple photographers using cameras equipped with
WT-4 wireless transmitters are stationed around the field at a
soccer game, recording the action from different angles.
Thumbnail previews are transmitted over a wireless network to a
computer, where Thumbnail Selector can display photographs
from up to five cameras in real time.
select the thumbnails they prefer and upload only these selected
images to the computer.

Workers at the computer can

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Thumbnail Selector

Thumbnail Selector displays the images stored in the WT-4 as
small thumbnail previews.

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can be previewed instantly and selected for upload as desired.

Photographs from up to five cameras

more information, see the online help for Thumbnail Selector.

A Internal Memory

The WT-4 is equipped with 1 GB of internal memory.
photographs are stored; if memory is full, the oldest photographs will be
deleted as necessary to make room for new pictures. The photographs on
the WT-4 are not affected when a new memory card is inserted in the
camera, and memory cards can be freely exchanged without concern for
whether the images they contain have been uploaded to the computer.
Photographs can be deleted from the WT-4 by formatting internal
memory as described on page 173. All photographs stored in internal
memory will be deleted.

If a large number of photographs are taken in a single burst, some time
may be required to copy the pictures to internal memory.
photographs remaining to be copied can be viewed by selecting [Wireless
transmitter] in the setup menu after shooting.

The camera memory card access lamp will light while photographs are
being copied to internal memory.
memory, do not remove the battery from the camera or WT-4 or
disconnect the AC adapter or USB cable while the access lamp is lit. If the
WT-4 is turned off while the access lamp is lit, the WT-4 will remain on until
all pictures have been transferred to internal memory.

To prevent damage to internal

Only the most recent

The number of

For

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Connecting the WT-4

Before connecting the WT-4, select [MTP/PTP] for the [USB] option
in the camera setup menu (pg. 7) and confirm that the host
computer is running.

1 Turn the camera off and insert the

memory card containing the pictures to
be sent (if the camera is equipped with
multiple memory card slots, the card can
be inserted into any slot).

Front

To access the network via Ethernet, connect the Ethernet
cable (pg. 2). Note that wireless transfer is disabled while an
Ethernet cable is connected. Disconnect the Ethernet cable
before accessing a wireless network. Turn the WT-4 off before
connecting or disconnecting the Ethernet cable.

2 Open the WT-4 USB connector cover and

connect the USB cable from the WT-4 to
the camera USB connector.

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3 Turn the camera on.

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4 Select [Thumbnail select mode] for the

[Wireless transmitter] > [Mode] option in
the camera setup menu (pg. 152).

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5 A list of available connection profiles will

be displayed. Highlight the desired
profile and press J.

A Viewing Profile Information

Press the camera L (?) button to view
information on the selected profile.

6 Turn on the WT-4.

7 Confirm that the selected profile is

displayed in green in the top level of the
wireless transmitter menu. For
information on what to do if an error is
displayed, see “Troubleshooting” (pg.

178).

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A Ad-hoc Networks (Windows Vista)

To connect to an ad-hoc network using Windows Vista, turn the
WT-4 on and follow the steps below on the computer.

1 Click the “Start” orb and select [Connect To].

2 Select the network name (SSID) for the WT-4 and click

[Connect].

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3 Enter the network security key and click [Connect].

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4 Click [Close].

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Uploading Images

1 Connect the WT-4 as described above and select [Thumbnail

select mode] for [Wireless transmitter] > [Mode]. Thumbnail
Selector will start automatically.

2 Choose a camera in the [Source] panel. Small previews of the

pictures on the WT-4 will appear in the thumbnail area.

[Source] Panel

thumbnail
area

A Starting Thumbnail Selector

To start Thumbnail Selector manually:

• Wi ndows: Double-click the [Thumbnail Selector] shortcut on the desktop
or display the Start menu and select [Thumbnail Selector] from the
program list.

• Macintosh: Click the [Thumbnail Selector] icon in the Dock (if available) or
open the “Applications/Nikon Software/Thumbnail Selector” folder and
double-click the [Thumbnail Selector] icon.

A The Camera Clock

At default settings, the computer and camera clocks will be synchronized
then the host computer detects the camera. To prevent the camera clock
from being reset, open the [Preferences] panel and remove the check
from [Synchronize camera date and time to computer when camera is
connected (supported cameras only)].

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3 Right click the camera icon in the [Source] panel and select

[Edit camera information]. Enter a name and choose a label for
the camera and then click [OK]. The selected label will be

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displayed on the images in the thumbnail list.

4 Take photographs. The new pictures will be displayed in the

thumbnail list.

5 Click [Start Transfer]. The button will change to [Stop Transfer].

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6 Click the thumbnail for a photograph that you wish to transfer

to the computer. The selected thumbnail will be highlighted.

2

Click the selected thumbnail again or press the spacebar. A
check-mark will appear on the selected photograph and
upload will begin immediately.

2

At default settings, photographs are uploaded to a “WT-4”
folder in the “Picture” (Windows Vista/Mac OS X) or “My
Pictures” (Windows XP) folder. For more information on using
Thumbnail Selector, see online help.

7 Turn the WT-4 off when transfer is

complete.

3) to turn from green to yellow and
then go out, and then disconnect the
USB cable.

Wait for the POWER LED (pg.

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❏ Network Status

The status of the link between the host and the WT-4 is shown by
the status LEDs and by the display in the top level of the wireless

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transmitter menu.

The Status LEDs

The POWER LED lights when the WT-4 is on.
Signal quality is shown by the LINK LED: the
faster the LED blinks, the better the signal
and the faster data can be transmitted. The
ERROR LED blinks to show that an error has
occurred.

Status POWER LINK ERROR

WT-4 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 (blinks) I (off)

Connection error H (blinks) I (off ) H (blinks)

WT-4 hardware or battery malfunction H (blinks) H (blinks) H (blinks)

I (off ) I (off) I (off)

Status LEDs

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