Canon EOS M2 Installation guide

In this booklet, basic procedures for easy-to-use “Transferring
Images between Cameras” and “Connecting to a Smartphone”
functions are explained.
For detailed explanation about Wi-Fi functions, refer to “Wi-Fi
Function Instruction Manual” available for download from the
Canon Web site. E
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
EOS M2 (W)
Wi-Fi Function
Basic Instruction Manual

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This camera’s wireless LAN functions let you perform a range of tasks
wirelessly, from sending images to Web services and other cameras to
controlling the camera remotely, simply by connecting to a Wi-Finetwork or
other device supporting this camera’s wireless LAN functions.
* Instructions for (3) to (5) and for (2) to connect via an access point are explained in
the “Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual” available for download from the Canon Web
site.
What You Can Do Using the Wireless LAN Functions
(CANON iMAGE GATEWAY)
(4) Send images to
a Web service
Save and share images
(2) Connect to a
smartphone
Make images
viewable on a
smartphone
Shoot remotely
with a smartphone
(3) Print images using
a Wi-Fi printer
Print images
(1) Transfer images
between cameras
Exchange images
(5)Viewimages using
a media player
View images
CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Web services are not supported in certain
countries and areas. For information on countries and areas supporting
CANON iMAGE GATEWAY services, refer to the Canon Web site
(http://canon.com/cig).
Settings for “Send images to a Web service” may not be performed from a
computer in certain countries and areas.

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What You Can Do Using the Wireless LAN Functions
(1)zTransfer images between cameras (p.13)
Transfer images between this camera and other Canon cameras with
built-in wireless LAN functions.
(2)qConnect to a smartphone (p.21)
View saved images or operate the camera from your smartphone. Install
the dedicated application “EOS Remote” on your smartphone to use these
functions.
(3)lPrint images using a Wi-Fi printer (PDF)
Connect the camera to a wireless LAN compatible printer supporting
PictBridge (Wireless LAN) to print images wirelessly.
(4)mSend images to a Web service (PDF)
Upload your images to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, an online photo
service for Canon users (free registration required), to share them with
family and friends.
(5)oView images using a media player (PDF)
Display images on the camera’s memory card on your TV set, by using a
media player supporting DLNA* via a wireless LAN.
* Digital Living Network Alliance

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In this manual, the term “wireless LAN” is used as a general term for Wi-Fi
and Canon’s original wireless communication functions.
The ** (numbers) for “(p.**)” in this manual indicate reference page
numbers for more information.
Sections of this manual labeled with the following symbols contain
particular types of information as described below.
:Warnings to prevent potential problems during operation.
:Additional information provided to supplement the content about basic
operations.
Conventions Used in This Manual
Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Wi-Fi Certified, WPA, WPA2, and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are trademarks of the
Wi-Fi Alliance.
WPS used on camera settings screens and in this manual stands for Wi-Fi
Protected Setup.
UPnP is a trademark of the UPnP Implementers Corporation.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Note that Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or damage from erroneous
wireless LAN settings for using the camera. In addition, Canon cannot be held liable
for any other loss or damage caused by use of the camera.

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Introduction 2
What You Can Do Using the Wireless LAN Functions............................. 2
Conventions Used in This Manual...........................................................4
Basic Settings for Wireless LAN Functions 7
Registering a Nickname...........................................................................8
Basic Operation and Settings.................................................................11
Transferring Images Between Cameras 13
Selecting the Connection Destination.................................................... 14
Sending Images ..................................................................................... 16
Reconnecting ......................................................................................... 20
Connecting to a Smartphone 21
Preparation............................................................................................. 22
Using Camera Access Point Mode to Establish a Connection...............23
Operating the Camera Using a Smartphone..........................................26
Reconnecting ......................................................................................... 28
Contents

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Basic Settings for
Wireless LAN Functions
This chapter describes settings necessary for using the
camera’s wireless LAN functions.

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First, set the camera’s nickname.
When the camera is connected to another device via a wireless LAN, the
nickname will be displayed on the device. Be sure to set a nickname for your
camera.
1Select [Wi-Fi].
Under the [52] tab, select [Wi-Fi], then
press <0>.
2Select [Enable].
Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select
[Enable], then press <0>.
[Wi-Fi function] is now selectable.
3Select [Wi-Fi function].
Under the [52] tab, select [Wi-Fi
function], then press <0>.
When this setting is selected for the first
time, a screen to register a nickname is
displayed. Select [OK] and proceed on to
step 4.
Registering a Nickname

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Registering a Nickname
4Enter a nickname.
For instructions on entering characters,
see “Virtual Keyboard Operation” on the
next page.
Up to 16 characters can be entered.
5Finish.
When you are finished, select [OK].
Select [OK] on the confirmation screen,
then press <0>. The nickname is
registered, and the [Wi-Fi function]
screen will appear.
To change the nickname, press the
<B> button on the screen above, then
select [Edit nickname] on the screen
displayed.

Registering a Nickname
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Switching to other input areas
To switch between top and bottom input
areas, press the <B> button.
Moving the cursor
To move the cursor, press the <Y> <Z>
keys in the top area.
Entering text
In the bottom input area, press the <S> keys to select characters and
press <0> to enter them.
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.
Switching to other input modes
Select [E] in the bottom area. Each time you press <0>, the input
mode changes. The input mode changes in the following order: lower-case
characters9numbers/symbols 19numbers/symbols 29upper-case
characters.
Deleting text
Press the <M> button to delete one character.
Finishing text entry
Select [OK] in the bottom area to confirm what you have entered and exit
the text entry screen. If a confirmation screen is displayed, select [OK] to
exit.
Canceling text entry
Select [Cancel] in the bottom area to cancel the text entry and exit the text
entry screen. If a confirmation screen is displayed, select [OK] to exit.
Virtual Keyboard Operation

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When you want to prioritize wireless LAN functions, do not operate the
shutter button, Mode Dial, playback button, or card slot/battery
compartment cover. Otherwise, shooting or playback operation may be
prioritized and wireless LAN functions may be terminated during the
process.
When [Wi-Fi] under the [52] tab is set to [Enable], even if the camera is
connected to a computer, printer, GPS receiver, TV set, or other device via
a cable, that device cannot be used with the camera (p.12).
If necessary, set a longer time for [LCD
auto off] in [Power saving] under the
[52] tab.
If the camera’s power saving function is
activated during a wireless LAN
connection, the connection will be
terminated.
When the use of electronic devices and
wireless devices is prohibited, such as on
board airplanes or in hospitals, set [Wi-
Fi] to [Disable].
[Wi-Fi function] under the [52] tab
cannot be selected if [Wi-Fi] is set to
[Disable].
Basic Operation and Settings
Using the Camera While Wireless LAN Functions Are Active
Power Saving
[Wi-Fi] Under the [52] Tab

Basic Operation and Settings
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Wi-Fi connection status can be checked with the camera’s <k> lamp.
You can operate wireless LAN functions by touching the screen as well. For
details, refer to “Using the Touch Screen” in the Camera Instruction Manual.
Be careful not to cover the Wi-Fi antenna
with your hand or any other object.
Otherwise, the transmission rate may
drop or the connection may be lost.
Wi-Fi Connection Status
<k> lamp
Connection Status <k> Lamp
Connected On
Data is being sent,
transferred, or received Blinking rapidly
Waiting for connection/
Waiting for reconnection Blinking slowly
Connection error
Blinking
somewhat rapidly
Touch Control
Wi-Fi Antenna
Wi-Fi antenna
Cable Connection Cautions
When [52: Wi-Fi] is set to [Enable], connection via interface cable, stereo AV
cable, or HDMI cable is disabled. Set [52: Wi-Fi] to [Disable] before
connecting a cable.
When the camera is connected to a computer, printer, GPS receiver, TV set,
or other device via a cable, the settings for [Wi-Fi] cannot be changed.
Disconnect the cable to change the [Wi-Fi] settings.
Cards
If there is no card in the camera, it cannot be connected to a wireless LAN.
Using an Eye-Fi Card
When [52: Wi-Fi] is set to [Enable], image transfer using an Eye-Fi card is
disabled.

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Transferring Images
Between Cameras
Images can be transferred between Canon cameras via the
built-in wireless LAN functions.
Wireless connection is possible for Canon cameras with built-in
wireless LAN functions marketed in 2012 or later. Note that the
camera cannot be connected to Canon camcorders, even if they
have built-in wireless LAN functions.
The camera cannot be connected to Canon cameras without built-
in wireless LAN functions, even if they support Eye-Fi cards.
Still photos can be transferred only if their file format is JPEG.
Although movies can be transferred, some target cameras may not
be able to play them back depending on their functionality. MP4
movies cannot be transferred.

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Register the target camera to connect to via a wireless LAN. The camera can
be connected to only one camera at a time.
1Select [Wi-Fi function].
Under the [52] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to
[Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
2Select [z].
Press the <S> keys to select [z]
(Transfer imgs between cameras), then
press <0>.
The camera’s <k> lamp will blink.
3Start the connection on the target
camera.
When the screen on the left is displayed
on the camera, start the connection on
the target camera as well. For the
operation procedure, refer to the
instruction manual of the target camera.
When a connection is established, the
settings are automatically saved and an
image on the card is displayed.
The camera’s <k> lamp will light up in
blue.
Selecting the Connection Destination

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Selecting the Connection Destination
4Select the images to send.
Select images on the camera sending the
images (p.16).
Do not operate the camera receiving the
images.
Note that GPS information is not displayed on the camera’s playback screen
even if GPS information is appended to the received image. Shooting locations
can be viewed on a virtual map, using the Map Utility software.
The connection settings are automatically saved/registered with the nickname
of the camera to which a connection was established.
The power saving function is disabled while the camera is connected to
another camera.

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Images are selected and sent individually.
1Select an image to send.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select an
image to send, then press <0>.
You can also select an image in the index
display.
2Select [Send img shown].
To select a size at which to send the
image, select [Resize image] and press
<0>.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select
[Send img shown], then press <0>.
The transfer progress screen will appear.
When the transfer is complete, the
screen for step 1 will reappear.
To send another image, repeat steps 1
and 2.
3Terminate the connection.
Press the <M> button to display the
confirmation screen. Press the <Y>
<Z> keys to select [OK], then press
<0> to terminate the connection.
The [Wi-Fi function] screen will
reappear.
Sending Images
Sending Images Individually

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Sending Images
Multiple images can be selected and sent.
1Press <0>.
2Select [Send selected].
To select a size at which to send the
images, select [Resize image] and press
<0>.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select
[Send selected], then press <0>.
3Select the images to send.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select the
images to send, then press <0>.
[X] is displayed on the upper left of the
image to send.
To select images on a three-image
display, touch the LCD monitor with two
fingers spread apart, then pinch the
fingers together on the monitor. To return
to the single-image display, touch the
LCD monitor with two fingers together,
then spread the fingers apart on the
monitor.
After selecting the images to send, press
the <W> key.
Sending Selected Images

Sending Images
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4Reduce the image size.
Set it if necessary.
On the next screen, press the <W> <X>
keys to select an image size, then press
<0>.
5Send the images.
Press the <W> <X> keys to select
[Send], then press <0> to send the
images.
The transfer progress screen will appear.
When the transfer is complete, the
screen for step 1 will reappear.
To send another image, repeat steps 1 to
5.
6Terminate the connection.
Press the <M> button to display the
confirmation screen. Press the <Y>
<Z> keys to select [OK], then press
<0> to terminate the connection.
The [Wi-Fi function] screen will
reappear.

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Sending Images
If playback or shooting operation is started during the connection, the
connection will be terminated. Operations such as shooting cannot be
performed when data is being sent or received. When [Cancel] is selected on
the camera being used to send images, image transfer is stopped so that
shooting and other operations can be performed.
When sending a large number of images or a selection of images with a large
total file size, make sure that the battery is adequately charged so it does not
run out during the process.
RAW images cannot be sent.
You can select up to 50 files.
When you reduce the image size, all images to be sent at the same time are
resized except for movies and for images that are already smaller than the
selected image size.
[Resize:S2] and [Resize:S3] are enabled only for still photos shot with the
EOS M2. Images shot with other cameras are sent without resizing.
The file size (total size) is based on the file sizes before resizing the images.
The camera’s <k> lamp will blink rapidly when data is being sent or
received.

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The camera can reconnect to another camera for which connection settings
have been registered.
1Select [Wi-Fi function].
Under the [52] tab, set [Wi-Fi] to
[Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
2Select [z].
Select [z] (Transfer imgs between
cameras) and press <0>.
3Establish a connection.
Select [Connect] and press <0>.
On the confirmation screen, select [OK].
Perform the reconnection procedure on
the target camera as well.
The images on the card are displayed
and the images to send can be selected.
When settings for multiple connection
destinations are registered, select
[Choose set.], select the connection
destination, then connect to the
destination.
By default, settings are named after the
nickname of the camera that was
connected to.
Reconnecting