Canon EOS REBEL T6 (W) Parts list manual

Wireless Function
Instruction Manual
EOS REBEL T6 (W)
EOS 1300D (W)
The instructions in this manual assume that
the firmware version is 1.1.0 or later.
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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

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By connecting to a Wi-Finetwork or other device supporting this
camera’s wireless functions, you can perform tasks such as transferring
images or controlling the camera.
* Use the latest firmware.
Introduction
What You Can Do Using the Wireless Functions
(CANON iMAGE
GATEWAY)
(5) Send images to a
Web service
(1) Connect to a smartphone
(3) Print images using
a Wi-Fi printer
(2) Transfer images
between cameras
(4) Save images to
Canon Connect Station*
CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Web services are not supported in certain
countries and areas. For information on supported countries and areas,
refer to the Canon Web site (www.canon.com/cig).

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Introduction
(1)qConnect to a smartphone (p.25, 73)
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.
(2)zTransfer images between cameras (p.47)
Transfer images between Canon cameras with built-in wireless
functions.
(3)lPrint images using a Wi-Fi printer (p.57)
Connect the camera to a wireless printer supporting PictBridge
(Wireless LAN) to print images.
(4)Save images to Connect Station (p.67)
Connect the camera to Connect Station (sold separately) wirelessly
to save images.
(5)mSend images to a Web service (p.89)
Share images with family and friends or share images using a range
of Web services via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, an online photo
service for Canon users (free registration required).
This camera supports NFC* which enables you to set up a connection
between the camera and a smartphone or Connect Station (sold
separately) easily. For details, see page 20.
* Near Field Communication
Easy Connection Using the NFC Function

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This manual consists of the following three sections: “Getting Started”,
“Easy Connection”, and “Advanced Connection”.
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.11)
Explains how to register a nickname and the basic operations.
Selecting Connection Destination
zCamera
Connect Station
qSmartphone
lPrinter mWeb Service
Select Connection Method
For qor l, you can select the connection
method.
Easy Connection (p.23)
Explains how to connect the camera
directly to the device via Wi-Fi.
Advanced Connection (p.71)
Mainly explains how to connect using
a Wi-Fi access point.
A smartphone or printer can be
connected to a camera while
maintaining connection to an access
point.

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Chapters
Introduction 2
Getting Started
Preparation and Basic Operation 13
Easy Connection
Connecting to a Smartphone 25
Transferring Images Between Cameras 47
Connecting to a Printer 57
Connecting to Connect Station 67
Advanced Connection
Connecting by Selecting a Network 73
Connecting to a Web Service 89
Checking and Operating Connection Settings 111
Troubleshooting Guide 117
Reference 135
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Introduction 2
What You Can Do Using the Wireless Functions............................. 2
Structure of This Manual .................................................................. 4
Chapters........................................................................................... 5
Conventions Used in this Manual..................................................... 9
Getting Started 11
Operation Flowchart ....................................................................... 12
Preparation and Basic Operation 13
Registering a Nickname ................................................................. 14
Basic Operation and Settings......................................................... 17
NFC Function ................................................................................. 20
Preparation for Smartphones ......................................................... 22
Easy Connection 23
Wireless Function Operation Flowchart (Easy Connection)........... 24
Connecting to a Smartphone 25
Connection Method ........................................................................ 26
Connecting Automatically with the NFC Function .......................... 27
Connecting with Easy Connection.................................................. 30
Operating the Camera Using a Smartphone .................................. 34
Reconnecting ................................................................................. 36
Easy Image Transfer Using the NFC Function............................... 38
Specifying Viewable Images .......................................................... 43
Registering Multiple Connection Settings....................................... 46
Contents

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Contents
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3Transferring Images Between Cameras 47
Connecting to a Camera .................................................................48
Sending Images ..............................................................................50
Reconnecting ..................................................................................54
Registering Multiple Connection Settings .......................................55
Connecting to a Printer 57
Connecting with Easy Connection ..................................................58
Printing............................................................................................61
Reconnecting ..................................................................................64
Registering Multiple Connection Settings .......................................65
Connecting to Connect Station 67
Saving Images ................................................................................ 68
Advanced Connection 71
Wireless LAN Function Operation Flowchart
(Advanced Connection) .................................................................. 72
Connecting by Selecting a Network 73
Checking the Type of Access Point ................................................74
Connecting via WPS (PBC Mode) ..................................................75
Connecting via WPS (PIN Mode).................................................... 79
Connecting to a Detected Network Manually..................................83

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Contents
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7Connecting to a Web Service 89
Preparation for Web Services ........................................................ 90
Checking the Type of Access Point................................................ 92
Connecting via WPS (PBC Mode).................................................. 93
Connecting via WPS (PIN Mode) ................................................... 96
Connecting to a Detected Network Manually ................................. 99
Sending Images to a Web Service ............................................... 104
Reconnecting ............................................................................... 108
Registering Multiple Connection Settings..................................... 109
Checking and Operating Connection Settings 111
Checking, Changing, or Deleting Connection Settings ................ 112
Clearing Wi-Fi Function Settings.................................................. 115
Troubleshooting Guide 117
Responding to Error Messages.................................................... 118
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................. 131
Wireless Function Notes .............................................................. 132
Security ........................................................................................ 133
Checking Network Settings .......................................................... 134
Reference 135
Setting up the Network Manually.................................................. 136
Setting up the IP Address Manually ............................................. 138
Specifications ............................................................................... 140
Index............................................................................................. 142

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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 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.
<W><X><Y><Z> : Indicates the <S> cross keys on the top,
bottom, left, and right.
<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
Note that Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or damage from
erroneous wireless communication 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 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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MEMO

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Getting Started

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This section explains the basic operation of the wireless functions and
how to register a nickname (for identification).
Follow the procedures below.
Operation Flowchart
Set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable].
(Steps 1 and 2 on page 17)
When this setting is selected for the first time, a
screen to register a nickname is displayed.
Register a nickname. (p.14)
Set the camera’s nickname.
Be sure to set a nickname as otherwise you
cannot go to the wireless function settings
screen.
Display the [Wi-Fi function] screen.
(Steps 3 and 4 on page 17-18)
Select a Wi-Fi function and establish a
connection.
For further settings, see “Easy Connection” or
“Advanced Connection”.
Easy Connection (p.23)
Connect the camera directly to the
device.
Advanced Connection (p.71)
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 [Wi-Fi/NFC].
Under the [53] tab, select [Wi-Fi/
NFC], then press <0>.
2Select [Enable].
Press the <Z> key to select
[Enable], then press <0>.
When this setting is selected for the
first time, a screen to register a
nickname is displayed. Press <0>
and proceed to step 3.
Registering a Nickname

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Registering a Nickname
3Enter a nickname.
For instructions on entering
characters, see the next page.
When using the default nickname (the
camera name), proceed to step 4.
Otherwise, enter any characters
between 1 to 10 characters in length.
4Exit 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.
The nickname can be changed later from the [General sett.] screen (p.116).

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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
Press the <Y> <Z> keys in the top
area to move the cursor.
Entering text
In the bottom area, press the <S> cross keys or turn the <6> dial
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.
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 [Wi-Fi/NFC].
Under the [53] tab, select [Wi-Fi/
NFC], then press <0>.
2Select [Enable].
Press the <Z> key to select
[Enable], then press <0>.
When a nickname (for
identification) is not registered, a
registration screen is displayed.
See page 14 to register a nickname.
[Wi-Fi function] under the [53] tab is
now selectable.
When it is set to [Enable], all
connections via the DIGITAL and
HDMI terminals will be disabled.
[Eye-Fi trans.] will be set to
[Disable].
3Select [Wi-Fi function].
Under the [53] tab, select [Wi-Fi
function], then press <0>.
Basic Operation and Settings

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Basic Operation and Settings
4Select the Wi-Fi function to
connect to.
Press the <W> <X> or <Y> <Z>
keys to select an item.
When the connection settings are not
registered, the setting screen is
displayed.
When the connection settings are
already registered, the reconnection
screen is displayed.
For further connection settings, see the pages that correspond to the
device to be connected and connection method.
When using the NFC function, see page 20.
Set to [Enable] to enable the selection of [Wi-Fi function] under the
[53] tab.
When the use of electronic devices and wireless devices is
prohibited, such as on board airplanes or in hospitals, set it to
[Disable].
When it is set to [Enable], you cannot use the camera by connecting
it to Connect Station, a computer, printer, GPS receiver, TV set, or
other device with a cable (p.19).
When you want to prioritize the wireless connection, do not operate the
power switch, Mode Dial, card slot/battery compartment cover, or other
parts. Otherwise, the wireless connection may be terminated.
[Wi-Fi/NFC]
Using the Camera While Wireless Functions Are Active

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Basic Operation and Settings
Wireless connection status can be checked with the camera’s <k>
lamp.
Wireless Connection Status
<k> lamp
Connection Status <k> lamp
Connected On
Data is being sent or
received Blinking rapidly
Waiting for connection/
Waiting for reconnection Blinking slowly
Connection error
Blinking
somewhat
rapidly
Cable Connection Cautions
When [53: Wi-Fi/NFC] is set to [Enable], connection via interface cable
or HDMI cable is disabled. Set [53: Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Disable] before
connecting a cable.
When the camera is connected to Connect Station, a computer, printer,
GPS receiver, TV set, or any other device via a cable, settings for [Wi-Fi/
NFC] cannot be changed. Disconnect the cable before changing any
settings.
Cards
If there is no card in the camera, it cannot be connected wirelessly.
Additionally, for [l] and [m], the camera cannot be connected
wirelessly if there are no images saved on the card.
Using an Eye-Fi Card
When [53: Wi-Fi/NFC] is set to [Enable], image transfer using an Eye-Fi
card is disabled.

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Using an NFC-enabled smartphone or Connect Station enables you to
do the following:
Touch a smartphone to the camera to easily connect them wirelessly
(p.27).
While playing back images on the camera, touch a smartphone to
the camera to send a captured image to the smartphone (p.38).
Hold the camera close to Connect Station (sold separately) to easily
connect them wirelessly (p.68).
When using the NFC function, follow the steps below to set the
camera’s NFC setting.
1Select [Wi-Fi/NFC].
Under the [53] tab, select [Wi-Fi/
NFC], then press <0>.
2Add [X] to [Allow NFC
connections].
Displayed when [Wi-Fi/NFC] is set to
[Enable].
Press the <B> button to add or
remove [X]. Add [X], then press
<0>.
When a nickname (for identification)
is not registered, a registration screen
is displayed (p.14).
NFC Function
What is NFC?
NFC (Near Field Communication) is a function that can exchange
information by simply bringing two NFC-enabled devices close together.
This camera uses the NFC function to exchange information regarding
wireless connection.