Canon EOS 5D MARK IV User manual

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
ENGLISH
Wi-Fi (Wireless Communication) Function
Instruction Manual
EOS 5D Mark IV (WG)

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Introduction
What You Can Do Using the Wi-Fi

(Wireless Communication) Functions
(CANON iMAGE
GATEWAY)
(6) Send images to
a Web service
(1) Communicate with
a smartphone
(4) Print images using
a Wi-Fi printer
(5) Transfer images to
an FTP server
(2) Save images to
Canon Connect
Station
(3) Operate remotely
using EOS Utility

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Introduction
(1)qCommunicate with a smartphone (p.29, 59, 83)
Connect the camera to a smartphone or tablet wirelessly and use
the dedicated application “Camera Connect” to operate the camera
remotely or view images stored in the camera.
In this manual and on the camera’s LCD monitor, “smartphone”
refers to smartphones and tablets.
NFC*-enabled smartphones can be connected by touching them to
the camera.
* Near Field Communication
(2)Save images to Connect Station (p.39)
Hold the camera close to Connect Station (sold separately) to
connect to and save images to it.
(3)DOperate remotely using EOS Utility (p.43, 59, 99)
Connect the camera to a computer wirelessly and operate the
camera remotely using EOS Utility (EOS software).
(4)lPrint images using a Wi-Fi printer (p.49, 59, 103)
Wirelessly connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge
(Wireless LAN) to print images.
(5)Transfer images to an FTP server (p.75, 113)
Wirelessly connect the camera to an FTP server to transfer captured
images.
(6)wSend images to a Web service (p.129)
Share images with your family and friends or share images using
various Web services via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, an online
photo service for Canon users (free registration required).
Update the Connect Station firmware to the latest version.
CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Web services are not supported in certain
countries and areas. For information on supported countries and areas,
refer to the Canon website (www.canon.com/cig).

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Introduction
This camera can be easily connected to an NFC-enabled smartphone
or Connect Station (sold separately) using the NFC function. For details,
see page 24.
Easy Connection Using the NFC Function
Note that Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or damage from
erroneous wireless communication function settings for using the camera.
In addition, Canon cannot be held liable for any other loss or damage
caused by use of the camera.
When using wireless communication functions, establish appropriate
security at your own risk and discretion. Canon cannot be held liable for
any loss or damage caused by unauthorized access or other security
breaches.

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In this manual, the terms “wireless” and “wireless LAN” are used as
general terms for Wi-Fi and Canon’s original wireless
communication functions.
The term “access point” indicates wireless LAN terminals (wireless
LAN access points, wireless LAN routers, etc.) that relay wireless
LAN connection.
Icons in this Manual
<6> : Indicates the Main Dial.
<5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial.
<9> : Indicates the Multi-controller.
<0> : Indicates the Setting button.
* In addition to the above, the icons and symbols used on the camera’s buttons
and displayed on the LCD monitor are also used in this manual when discussing
relevant operations and functionality.
(p.**) : Reference page numbers for more information.
: Warnings to prevent potential problems during operation.
: Supplemental information.
Conventions Used in this Manual

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This manual consists of the following five sections: “Getting Started”, “Easy
Connection”, “Advanced Connection”, “When Connected”, and “Reference”.
After preparing to connect in “Getting Started”, follow the diagram below
and see the corresponding pages according to your needs.
Structure of This Manual
Getting Started (p.13)
Explains how to register a nickname and the basic operations.
Selecting Connection Destination
Connect Station
qSmartphone
DEOS Utility
lPrinter
rFTP server
wWeb service
Select Connection Method
For q, D, or l, you can select the
connection method.
Easy Connection (p.27)
Explains how to connect the camera
directly to the device via Wi-Fi.
Advanced Connection (p.53)
Mainly explains how to connect using a
Wi-Fi access point.
A smartphone or computer can be
connected to a camera while maintaining
connection to an access point.
When Connected (p.81)
Explains how to use the wireless functions such as sending images after a
connection is established.
Reference (p.145)
Describes the solutions to problems and other information. Read as necessary.

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Chapters
Introduction 2
Getting Started
Preparation and Basic Operation 15
Easy Connection
Easy Connection to a Smartphone 29
Easy Connection to Connect Station 39
Easy Connection to EOS Utility 43
Easy Connection to a Printer 49
Advanced Connection
Using a Wi-Fi Access Point 59
Connecting to an FTP Server 75
When Connected
Communicating with a Smartphone 83
Operating Remotely Using EOS Utility 99
Printing Images Using a Wi-Fi Printer 103
Transferring Images to an FTP Server 113
Sending Images to a Web Service 129
Reconnecting and Adding or Changing Settings 135
Reference
Troubleshooting Guide 147
Reference 169
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Introduction 2
What You Can Do Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless Communication) Functions ... 2
Conventions Used in this Manual..................................................... 5
Structure of This Manual .................................................................. 6
Chapters........................................................................................... 7
Getting Started 13
Operation Flowchart ....................................................................... 14
Preparation and Basic Operation 15
Registering a Nickname ................................................................. 16
Basic Operation and Settings......................................................... 19
NFC Function ................................................................................. 24
Preparation for Smartphones ......................................................... 26
Easy Connection 27
Wireless Function Operation Flowchart (Easy Connection)........... 28
Easy Connection to a Smartphone 29
Connection Method ........................................................................ 30
Connecting to an NFC-enabled Smartphone ................................. 31
Connecting with [Easy connection] .............................................. 34
Easy Connection to Connect Station 39
Saving Images................................................................................ 40
Contents

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Contents
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4Easy Connection to EOS Utility 43
Connecting with [Easy connection]...............................................44
Easy Connection to a Printer 49
Connecting with [Easy connection]...............................................50
Advanced Connection 53
Wireless LAN Function Operation Flowchart (Advanced Connection) ...54
Preparation for Web Services .........................................................56
Preparation of an FTP Server .........................................................58
Using a Wi-Fi Access Point 59
Checking the Type of Access Point ................................................60
Connecting via WPS (PBC Mode) ..................................................61
Connecting via WPS (PIN Mode).................................................... 65
Connecting to a Network Manually .................................................69
Connecting to an FTP Server 75
Configuring FTP Server Connection Settings ................................. 76
When Connected 81
Communicating with a Smartphone 83
Operating the Camera Using a Smartphone...................................84
Sending Images to a Smartphone ..................................................87
Specifying Viewable Images ...........................................................94

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9Operating Remotely Using EOS Utility 99
Using EOS Utility.......................................................................... 100
Printing Images Using a Wi-Fi Printer 103
Printing ......................................................................................... 104
Print Settings ................................................................................ 107
Transferring Images to an FTP Server 113
Transferring Images Individually .................................................. 114
Batch Transfer.............................................................................. 119
Transferring Images with a Caption ............................................. 123
Viewing Transferred Images ........................................................ 124
Terminating the Connection ......................................................... 125
Changing FTP Server Settings..................................................... 126
Sending Images to a Web Service 129
Sending Images to a Web Service ............................................... 130
Reconnecting and Adding or Changing Settings 135
Reconnecting ............................................................................... 136
Registering Multiple Connection Settings..................................... 138
Checking, Changing, or Deleting Connection Settings ................ 140
Clearing Built-in Wireless Communication Settings ..................... 143
View Info Screen .......................................................................... 144

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Contents
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Reference 145
Troubleshooting Guide 147
Responding to Error Messages ....................................................148
Troubleshooting Guide..................................................................165
Wireless Function Notes ............................................................... 166
Security .........................................................................................167
Checking Network Settings...........................................................168
Reference 169
Creating and Registering Captions ...............................................170
Setting up the Network Manually .................................................. 172
Setting up the IP Address Manually..............................................174
Specifications................................................................................176
Index .............................................................................................178

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Getting Started

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This section explains how to register a nickname (for identification) and
the basic operation of the wireless functions.
Follow the procedures below.
Operation Flowchart
Register a nickname. (p.16)
Set the camera’s nickname.
The default nickname (the camera name) can
be used.
Be sure to set a nickname as otherwise you
cannot set the wireless functions.
Set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable].
(Steps 1 to 4 on page 19)
Display the [Wi-Fi function] screen.
(Steps 5 and 6 on page 20)
Select a Wi-Fi function and establish a
connection.
For further settings, see “Easy Connection” or
“Advanced Connection”.
Easy Connection (p.27)
Connect the camera directly to the
device.
Advanced Connection (p.53)
Connect using a Wi-Fi access point.

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Preparation and Basic
Operation
This chapter describes how to register a nickname (for
identification) necessary for using the camera’s wireless
functions and the basic operations.

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First, set the camera’s nickname (for identification).
When the camera is connected to another device wirelessly, the
nickname will be displayed on the device. Be sure to set a nickname
as otherwise you cannot set the wireless functions.
1Select [Communication settings].
Press the <M> button, select
[Communication settings] under the
[54] tab, and press <0>.
2Select [Built-in wireless settings].
3Select [Nickname].
When this setting is selected for the
first time, a screen to register a
nickname is displayed. Press <0>
and proceed to step 4.
Registering a Nickname

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Registering a Nickname
4Enter a nickname.
For instructions on entering
characters, see the next page.
When using the default nickname (the
camera name), proceed to step 5.
Otherwise, enter any characters
between 1 to 10 characters in length.
5Exit the setting.
When you are finished, press the
<M> button.
Select [OK] on the confirmation
dialog and press <0> to return to
the menu screen.
Since the nickname is a required wireless setting, you cannot delete all the
characters.

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Registering a Nickname
Changing the entry area
Press the <Q> button to toggle
between the top and bottom entry
areas.
Moving the cursor
Use <5> or <9> in the top area to
move the cursor.
Entering text
In the bottom area, use <5> or <9> to select a character, then
press <0> to enter it.
You can check how many characters you have entered and how
many more can be entered by referring to [*/*] on the upper right of
the screen.
Changing the entry mode*
Select [E] at the bottom right of the bottom entry area. Each
time you press <0>, the entry mode will change as follows: Lower
case 9Numerals / Symbols 1 9Numerals / Symbols 2 9Upper
case.
* When [Touch control: Disable] is set, you can enter all characters on one
screen.
Deleting a character
Press the <L> button to delete one character.
Finishing the text entry
Press the <M> button to confirm what you have entered and exit.
If a confirmation dialog is displayed, select [OK] to exit.
Canceling the text entry
Press the <B> button to cancel text entry and exit. If a
confirmation dialog is displayed, select [OK] to exit.
Virtual Keyboard Operation

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The basic operation for using the camera’s wireless functions is
explained here. Follow the procedures below.
1Select [Communication settings].
Press the <M> button, select
[Communication settings] under the
[54] tab, and press <0>.
2Select [Built-in wireless settings].
3Select [Wi-Fi/NFC].
4Select [Enable].
When a nickname (for
identification) is not registered, a
registration screen is displayed.
See page 16 to register a nickname.
[Wi-Fi function] is now selectable.
Basic Operation and Settings
You can operate wireless functions also by touching the camera’s screen.

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Basic Operation and Settings
5Select [Wi-Fi function].
6Select the Wi-Fi function to
connect to.
Use <5> or <9> to select an item,
then press <0>.
When the connection settings are not
registered, the setting screen is
displayed.
When the connection settings are
already registered, the reconnection
screen is displayed (p.136).
For further connection settings, see “Easy Connection” (p.27) or
“Advanced Connection” (p.53).
When using the NFC function, see page 24.
The [Built-in wireless settings] screen
displayed in step 5 is the portal screen
for setting the wireless functions.
Select an item and press <0> to
display the setting screen, then
specify the settings.
On the [Built-in wireless settings]
screen, you can set the following
items:
[Built-in wireless settings] Screen