Canon PowerShot SX530 HS Instruction Manual

Sending images to a computer (Wi-Fi function) (PowerShot SX530
HS, SX610 HS, and SX710 HS)

Getting Started
The procedure for using the Wi-Fi function to send images from a camera to a computer is explained in
the following four steps. Proceed in order from Step 1.
IMPORTANT
The position and shape of the operation buttons, screens displayed, and setting items may differ
depending on the model you use.
Step 1: Preparing necessary items
Step 2: Setting up the computer
Step 3: Connecting the camera to the computer
Step 4: Sending images to the computer

Step 1: Preparing necessary items
1. Check the computer`s specifications.
The camera can connect via Wi-Fi to computers running the following operating systems:
•Windows: Windows 8 / 8.1, Windows 7 Service Pack 1
•Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.8.2 or later, 10.9
IMPORTANT
•Windows 7 Starter and Home Basic editions are not supported.
•Windows 7 N (European version) and KN (South Korean version) require a separate download
and installation of Windows Media Feature Pack.
2. Confirm that an access point base unit (Wi-Fi router, etc.) is connected to the computer.
3. Make sure that the included CameraWindow* software is installed.
*The software is available for download from the Canon website.
NOTE
•A router is a device that creates a network (LAN) structure for connecting multiple computers. A
router that contains an internal Wi-Fi function is called a "Wi-Fi router".
•This page will refer to all Wi-Fi routers and base stations as "access points".
•When unsure of your computer setup, refer to the user manual provided with the computer.

Step 2: Setting up the computer (Windows only)
Even if your computer is connected to an access point, sending images from the camera to the computer
requires changing the computer`s settings. The procedure is explained below.
Windows 7 users, proceed to 2A: Windows 7
Windows 8 users, proceed to 2B: Windows 8
Mac users, proceed to Step 3: Connecting the camera to a computer.

•2A: Windows 7
2A-1. In the Start menu, click [All Programs] > [Canon Utilities].

2A-2. Click [CameraWindow] > [Wi-Fi connection setup].
2A-3. A screen similar to the one below will be displayed. Click [Yes].

2A-4. The following screen appears.
This concludes the steps for connecting a computer to a wireless LAN.
Please proceed to Step 3: Connecting the camera to a computer.
•2B: Windows 8
2B-1. Move the pointer to the bottom right of the screen to display the Charms, and then select
[Start].

2B-2. Click [Wi-Fi Connection Set-up] on the Start menu.
2B-3. A screen similar to the one below will be displayed. Click [Yes].
2B-4. The following screen appears.

This completes the Wi-Fi setting procedure for the computer.
Please proceed to Step 3: Connecting the camera to a computer.
Step 3: Connecting the camera to the computer
1. Press the <Playback> ( ) button to turn the camera on.
2. Press the <Wi-Fi> ( ) button.
NOTE
When setting up Wi-Fi for the first time, the camera nickname registration screen will be displayed.
This nickname will be displayed on the screen of target devices when connecting to other devices via Wi-
Fi.

Press the [ ] button to display the keyboard, and use it to enter a nickname for the camera.
*You can change the device nickname (display name) that is displayed on the camera. To change the
nickname, press the [ ] button and use the keyboard displayed to enter a new nickname.
3. Press the [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] buttons to choose ( ), and then press the [ ] button.