Nikon Z6 Network Guide

Network Guide

• Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.

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

Choose from 3 different manuals.



For information on wireless connections, read:



For a guide to basic shooting and playback, read:

The Network Guide (this manual)

Learn how to use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to connect the camera to a computer or a smart device such as smartphone or tablet.

Also included is information on such topics as the tasks that can be accomplished using a WT-7 wireless transmitter.

•

The User’s Manual (included)

Master basic camera operations as well as features specific to this camera.

• Table of Contents

• Getting to Know the Camera

• First Steps

• Basic Photography and Playback

• Basic Settings

• Shooting Controls

• The i Button

• Troubleshooting

The Reference Manual (pdf)



For a guide to all aspects of camera operation, read:

In addition to the material covered in the User’s Manual supplied with the camera, the Reference Manual details the options available in the camera

menus and covers such topics as connecting the camera to other devices.

Among the topics covered in the Reference Manual are:

• Basic shooting and playback operations

• Advanced shooting options

• The camera menus

• Connecting to computers, printers,

and HDMI devices

• Flash photography using optional flash units

The Reference Manual (pdf) is available from the Nikon Download Center.

nikon download center Z 7

Z7:

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/492/Z_7.html

Z6:

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/493/Z_6.html

The Reference Manual can also be viewed online in html format.

nikon online manual Z 7

https://onlinemanual.nikonimglib.com/z7_z6/en/

Z 6

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About This Guide

This guide is chiefly devoted to describing how to connect to a wireless local area network (LAN) using the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi and how to use network features once connected. Be sure to read this guide and the camera manual thoroughly and to keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product. Should damage to this guide render it illegible, a replacement copy (pdf ) can be downloaded from the Nikon Download Center.

Symbols and Conventions

To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used:

This icon marks notes; information that should be read before using

this product.

This icon marks tips, additional information you may find helpful

when using this product.

This icon marks references to other sections in this manual.

Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are shown in bold.

Throughout this manual, smartphones and tablets are referred to as “smart devices”, and the XQD memory cards used by the camera as “memory cards”.

Camera Settings

The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.

Illustrations

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

Camera and Network System Chart

Computer Smart Device

Smart Deviceftp Server Computer

WT-7 Wireless Transmitter (Available Separately)

The types of network connection available with the camera and optional accessories are shown below. The focus of this guide is on connecting to computers; for information on connecting to networks using a WT-7 wireless transmitter, see the manual supplied with the WT-7.

What Networks Can Do for You

The camera supports network connections to computers, smartphones, tablets, and other devices. Once connected, you can upload pictures or control the camera remotely.

 Want to upload pictures to a computer?

 …then connect via Wi-Fi (0 1)

Using the camera’s built-in wireless LAN (Wi-Fi), you can connect to computers to upload photos and movies.

Connecting to a Computer

The camera can connect either:

• by direct wireless link (access-point mode, 0 3), or

• via a wireless router on an existing network, including home

networks (infrastructure mode, 0 7).

Access-point mode Infrastructure mode

 Want to download pictures to or  control the camera from a smart device?

 …then connect using the SnapBridge app (0 18)

Install the SnapBridge app on your smartphone or tablet (smart device) and connect to the camera via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.

 Want to upload pictures to a computer or ftp server,  control the camera from a computer, or  control the camera from a web browser?

 …then connect using the WT-7 (0 37)

Connecting to a network using the optional WT-7 wireless transmitter gives access to a variety of features.

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Notices

• No part of this guide 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 this guide 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 this guide 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).

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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law.

• Items prohibited by law from being copied

or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”

The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited.

Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.

The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited.

• Cautions on certain copies and

reproductions

The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.

• Comply with copyright notices

Under copyright law, photographs or recordings of copyrighted works made with the camera cannot 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.

About This Guide.......................................................................... iv

Camera and Network System Chart .......................................... v

What Networks Can Do for You................................................. vi

Notices.......................................................................................... viii

Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi 1

What Wi-Fi Can Do for You .......................................................... 1

The Wireless Transmitter Utility ................................................. 1

Infrastructure and Access-Point Modes.................................... 2

Access-Point Mode.................................................................................2

Infrastructure Mode...............................................................................2

Connecting in Access-Point Mode ............................................. 3

Connecting in Infrastructure Mode ........................................... 7

Uploading Pictures ..................................................................... 14

Selecting Pictures for Upload.......................................................... 14

Uploading Photos as They Are Taken .......................................... 15

The Transfer Icon ................................................................................. 16

The “Connect to PC” Status Display.............................................. 16

Disconnecting and Reconnecting............................................ 17

Disconnecting....................................................................................... 17

Reconnecting........................................................................................ 17

Connecting to Smart Devices 18

The SnapBridge App...................................................................18

What SnapBridge Can Do for You ............................................ 18

Wireless Connections ................................................................. 19

Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Mode)................................................ 20

Connecting via Bluetooth................................................................. 26

Connecting to Networks Using the WT-7 37

What the WT-7 Can Do for You................................................. 38

Connecting Using the WT-7 ......................................................39

Menu Guide 40

Connect to Smart Device ........................................................... 40

Pairing (Bluetooth).............................................................................. 40

Select to Send (Bluetooth)................................................................ 41

Wi-Fi Connection .................................................................................42

Send While Off...................................................................................... 42

Connect to PC .............................................................................. 43

Wi-Fi Connection .................................................................................43

Network Settings .................................................................................44

Options.................................................................................................... 45

MAC Address......................................................................................... 45

Wireless Transmitter (WT-7)......................................................46

Wireless Transmitter........................................................................... 46

Troubleshooting 47

Appendix 48

Index 49

D 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.: https://www.nikonusa.com/

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

• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: https://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: https://imaging.nikon.com/

D Background Knowledge

This guide assumes basic knowledge of wireless local area networks (LANs). For more information on installing, configuring, and using the devices in a network, contact the manufacturer or network administrator. Information on configuring computers for connection to wireless networks may be found in the online help for the Wireless Transmitter Utility.

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Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi

This chapter describes how to connect to a computer using the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi.

What Wi-Fi Can Do for You

Connect via Wi-Fi to upload selected pictures to a computer.

The Wireless Transmitter Utility

After configuring the camera for connection, you will need to pair it with the computer using the Wireless Transmitter Utility before you will be able to upload or download images via Wi-Fi. Once the devices are paired, you will be able to connect to the computer from the camera.

The Wireless Transmitter Utility is a computer application available for download from the Nikon Download Center:

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com

Be sure to download the latest version after reading the release notes and system requirements.

1Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi

Infrastructure and Access-Point Modes

Access-point mode (0 3)

Infrastructure mode (0 7)

The camera can connect either via a wireless router on an existing network (infrastructure mode) or by direct wireless link (access-point mode).

Access-Point Mode

The camera and computer connect via direct wireless link, with the camera acting as a wireless LAN access point and without the need for complicated adjustments to settings. Choose this option when working outdoors or in other situations in which the computer is not already connected to a wireless network.

Infrastructure Mode

The camera connects to a computer on an existing network (including home networks) via a wireless router. The computer can still connect to the Internet while connected to the camera.

D Infrastructure Mode

This guide assumes you are connecting via an existing wireless network. Connection to computers beyond the local area network is not supported.

2 Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi

Connecting in Access-Point Mode

Follow the steps below to create a direct wireless link to a computer in access-point mode.

1 Display network settings.

Select Connect to PC in the camera setup menu, then highlight Network settings and press 2.

2 Select Create profile.

Highlight Create profile and press J.

3 Select Direct connection to PC.

Highlight Direct connection to PC and press J.

The camera SSID and encryption key will be displayed.

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4 Connect from the computer.

Windows: Click the wireless

LAN icon in the taskbar and select the SSID displayed by the camera in Step 3. When prompted to enter the network security key, enter the encryption key displayed by the camera in Step 3.

macOS/OS X: Click the wireless LAN icon in the menu bar and select the SSID displayed by the camera in Step 3. When prompted to supply a password, enter the encryption key displayed by the camera in Step 3.

5 Launch the Wireless Transmitter Utility.

When prompted, launch the Wireless Transmitter Utility on the computer.

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6 Select the camera.

In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, select the camera name displayed in Step 5 and click Next.

7 Enter the authentication code.

The camera will display an authentication code.

Enter the authentication code in the dialog displayed by the Wireless Transmitter Utility and click Next.

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8 Complete the pairing process.

When the camera displays a message stating that pairing is complete, press J.

In the Wireless Transmitter Utility, click Next. The application will close automatically.

A connection will now be established between the camera and computer.

9 Check the connection.

When a connection is established, the network SSID will be displayed in green in the camera Connect to PC menu.

Now that a wireless connection has been established, you can upload images to the computer as described in“Uploading Pictures” (0 14).

6 Connecting to Computers via Wi-Fi

Connecting in Infrastructure Mode

Follow the steps below to connect to a computer on an existing network in infrastructure mode.