Nikon WT-1 - Wireless Transmitter Set User manual

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User's Manual
Wireless Transmitter
LOCK
POWER
LINK BUSY

Table of Contents
Introduction................................................................................................. 1
Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................ 1
For Your Safety........................................................................................... 2
WARNINGS ................................................................................................ 3
Symbols and Conventions .........................................................................4
Notices ........................................................................................................ 4
Wireless Networks ..................................................................................... 5
Configuration ............................................................................................ 5
Setup............................................................................................................ 6
Parts of the WT-1 ....................................................................................... 6
Attaching the WT-1.................................................................................... 7
Wireless LAN Setup.................................................................................... 8
Uploading Images ....................................................................................... 9
Preparation ................................................................................................ 9
Uploading Images.................................................................................... 10
Interrupting Transmission ......................................................................... 11
“Send,” “Sending,” and “Sent” Icons ..................................................... 12
Network Status ........................................................................................ 13
Menu Guide............................................................................................... 15
Transceiver................................................................................................ 15
Status ........................................................................................................ 15
Auto Send................................................................................................. 16
Send Folder .............................................................................................. 16
Send File As: .............................................................................................16
Deselect All............................................................................................... 17
Network Settings ..................................................................................... 17
Load Settings File ..................................................................................... 18
Wireless ................................................................................................... 18
TCP/IP ...................................................................................................... 21
FTP .......................................................................................................... 25
Appendices ................................................................................................ 30
Glossary .................................................................................................... 30
Specifications ........................................................................................... 32
Index ......................................................................................................... 33

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Thank you for purchasing a WT-1 wireless transmitter for compatible Nikon
digital cameras. When connected to the camera, the WT-1 can be used to
transmit images from the camera memory card to a server.
This manual describes how to transmit images from the camera to a server
via wireless LAN. Before using the WT-1, be sure to read the “Declaration of
Conformity” (pp. 1–2) and “For Your Safety” (pp. 2–3).
Declaration of Conformity
U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation of the device is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must not accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.
Products that contain a radio transmitter
are labeled with FCC ID and may also carry
the FCC logo.
Introduction
WT-1
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digi-
tal device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the follow-
ing measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
This device complies with the FCC RF exposure requirements.

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CAUTION
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to
this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Notice for customers in the State of California, U.S.A.
WARNING:Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York
11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel.: [phone]
For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others,
read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equip-
ment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product
will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions
listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this
Nikon product to prevent possible injury.

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WARNINGS
Do not disassemble
Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire, electric shock, or other injury. Should the
product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, disconnect the camera power source
and take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection.
Turn camera off immediately in the event of malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment, immediately remove
the battery from the camera, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in
injury. After removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service represen-
tative for inspection.
Keep dry
Do not immerse in or expose to water or rain. Failure to observe this precaution could result in
fire or electric shock.
Do not use in the presence of flammable gas
Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or fire.
Do not handle with wet hands
Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
Keep out of reach of children
Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury.
Follow the instructions of hospital and airline personnel
This device emits radio frequency radiation that could interfere with medical or navigational
equipment. Do not use this device in a hospital or on board an airplane without first obtaining
the permission of hospital or airline staff.
Do not expose to high temperatures
Do not leave the device in a closed vehicle under the sun or in other areas subject to extremely
high temperatures. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or in damage to the
casing or internal parts.
Observe caution when using the WA-E1
When using the WA-E1 Extended Range Antenna (available separately), be careful not to put
the tip of the antenna in your eye accidentally. Failure to observe this precaution could result in
blindness or other visual impairment.
Trademark Information
Mac OS is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Internet is a trademark of Digital Equipment Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trade names mentioned in
this manual or the other documentation provided with this Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective holders.

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mation is available elsewhere in this
manual.
This icon marks notes, information
that should be read before using
the device.
Notices
• No part of the manuals included with this
product 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
specifications of the hardware and soft-
ware described in these manuals 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 en-
sure that the information in these manu-
als 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 pro-
vided separately).
Symbols and Conventions
The following symbols and conventions are used throughout this manual:
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and
education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.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 photog-
raphy. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your
area. See the URL below for contact information:
http://www.nikon-image.com/eng/

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Wireless Networks
C
The WT-1 wireless transmitter is a wireless LAN adapter that allows photographs to
be uploaded from the camera to an ftp server. Photographs can be uploaded as they
are taken, or photographs already on the camera memory card can be selected for
upload.
This manual describes how to connect and use the WT-1. A wireless access point and
ftp server are also required. The following operating systems have built-in ftp server
functions: Windows XP Professional, Windows 2000 Professional, and Mac OS X ver-
sion 10.1.0 or later. For information on wireless access points and setting up an ftp
server, contact the manufacturer.
1 FTP ( 25–29)
2 Wireless LAN ( 18–21), TCP/IP ( 21–25)
3 Wireless LAN ( 18–21), TCP/IP ( 21–25), FTP ( 25–29)
Wireless access
point
FTP server
(with wireless
LAN adapter)
FTP server
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POWERLINKBUSY
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A/V
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DC
IN
POWERLINKBUSY
WT-1
WT-1
Infrastructure
Ad-hoc
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Setup
LOCK
POWER
LINK BUSY
Knob
Mounting
screw
Standard antenna
(WA-S1)
Antenna
connector
Tripod socket
USB cable
Status LEDs:
POWER
(green), LINK
(orange),
BUSY (green)
Housing
Power
contact
Parts of the WT-1
WA-E1 extended range
antenna (available separately)
BL-2 battery-chamber cover (for
camera battery chamber)

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2Before connecting the WT-1, set the USB option in the camera setup menu to PTP.
1Turn the camera on.
3Turn the camera off.
5Place the camera on the WT-1 and rotate the knob in the direction shown to fasten the WT-1 to the
camera tripod mount.
4Remove the cover protecting the camera power contact.
6Connect the USB cable to the camera USB con- nector.
7Pass cable over guide on BL-2 battery-chamber cover.
OK
USB
Mass Storage
PTP
SET UP
LOCK
POWER
LINKBUSY
POWER
LINKBUSY
LOCK
POWER POWER
Attaching the WT-1
LOCK
POWER POWER

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Wireless LAN Setup
The Wireless LAN option in the camera setup
menu is available when the WT-1 is attached. See
the “Menu Guide” ( 00) for details. OFF
RAW+J
OFF
Tran sceiver
Wireless LAN
Status
Auto send
Send file as:
Send folder
Deselect all?
Network settings
SET UP
Auto send
Transceiver
Status
Option
Shows status of link between server and WT-1.
Turn wireless LAN transceiver on or off.
Choose whether to send pictures to server as they are taken.
Description
00–00
00–00
Send file as:
Choose whether to send both NEF and JPEG files or only
JPEG files when sending images taken at settings of NEF +
JPEG Fine, NEF + JPEG Normal, or NEF + JPEG Basic.
00–00
Send folder Send all images in selected folder or folders. Images will be
sent in sequence, starting from lowest file number. 00–00
00–00
Deselect all? Remove transfer marking (“send,” “sending,” or “sent” in-
dicators) from all files. 00–00
Network
settings Adjust settings for connection to server. 00–00