Canon EOS 5D Mk.4 Manual

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GPS Features
With Map Utility (EOS software, p.598), you can view the shooting 
locations and the route traveled on a map displayed on a computer.
Viewing Images and Information on a Virtual Map
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„ Countries and Regions Permitting GPS Function Use
Use of GPS function is restricted  in some countries and regions, and 
illegal use may be punishable under  national or local regulations. To 
avoid violating GPS func tion regulations, visit the Canon Web site to 
check where the use is allowed.
Note that Canon cannot be held li able for any problems arising from 
GPS function use in other countries and regions.
„  Model Number
EOS 5D Mark IV (WG) :  DS126601
(including GPS module model: ES300)...

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To acquire GPS signals, take the camera outside where the sky is 
unobstructed. Face the top of the camera toward the sky while keeping 
your hands, etc. away from the camera top.
When the signal acquisition conditions are good, it will take the camera 
approx. 30 sec. to 60 sec. to acquire the GPS satellite signals after you 
set [ GPS ] to [Mode 1 ] or [Mode 2 ]. Check that [ r] is displayed on 
the LCD panel, then shoot.
1Select [GPS settings].
 Under the [ 54] tab, select [ GPS 
settings ], then...

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The GPS acquisition status is indicated 
by the [r] icon displayed on the 
camera’s LCD panel.
Constant  r: Signal acquired
Blinking  r: Signal not acquired yet
When you shoot while [ r] is 
constantly displayed, the image will be 
geotagged.
GPS Acquisition Status
  When [ Mode 1 ] is set, the camera will continue to receive GPS signals at 
regular intervals even when the power switch is set to < 2>. 
Therefore, the battery will drain faster and fewer shots can be taken. If...

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Acquiring GPS Signals
Poor GPS CoverageUnder the following conditions, the GPS satellite signal will not be properly 
acquired. As a result, the geotag information may not be recorded or 
inaccurate geotag information may be recorded.
 Indoors, underground, in tunnels or forests, between buildings, or in 
valleys.
  Near high-voltage power lines or mobile phones operating on the 1.5 
GHz band.
  When the camera is left inside a bag, etc.
  When traveling a long distance.
  When traveling through...

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1Check the [GPS] setting.
 Check that [ GPS] is set to [ Mode 1] 
or [ Mode 2 ].
2Select [GPS information display].
XThe GPS information will be 
displayed.
3Take the picture.
  When you shoot after GPS signal 
acquisition, the image will be 
geotagged.
Viewing GPS Information
Generally, elevation is not as accurate as latitude and longitude due to the 
nature of GPS.
  The  icon indicates signal conditions. When  is displayed, the 
elevation is also recorded. Note  that the...

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Acquiring GPS Signals
Play back the images and press the  button to display the 
shooting information screen (p.398). Then tilt < 9> up or down to check 
the geotag information.
Geotagging Information
Latitude
ElevationLongitude
UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)
  When you shoot a movie, the GPS information at the time when shooting 
begins is recorded. Note that  signal reception conditions are not 
recorded.
  Shooting locations can be viewed on a map displayed on a computer, 
using the Map Utility...

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The interval (time) to update the geotag information can be set. 
Although updating the geotag information at shorter intervals will record 
more accurate location information, it will reduce the number of possible 
shots because it will drain the battery faster.
1Check the [GPS] setting.
 Check that [ GPS] is set to [ Mode 1] 
or [ Mode 2 ].
2Select [Position update intvl].
3Set the desired update interval.
 Select the desired update interval, 
then press < 0>.
Setting the Posi tioning Interval
 If...

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The time information obtained from GPS signals can be set on the camera. The margin of error is approx. ±1 sec.
1Check the [GPS] setting.
 Check that [ GPS] is set to [ Mode 1] 
or [ Mode 2 ].
2Select [Auto time setting].
3Select the desired setting.
 Select [ Auto update ] or [Set now ], 
then press < 0>.
  [Auto update ] updates the time when 
the camera is turned on and a GPS 
signal is received.
Setting Time from  GPS on the Camera
 If signals from at least five GPS satellites cannot be...

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When using the GPS logging function, 
the geotag information of the route the 
camera travels is automatically 
recorded in the camera’s internal 
memory.
With Map Utility (EOS software, p.598), 
you can view the shooting locations 
and the route traveled on a map 
displayed on a computer.
1Check the [GPS] setting.
 Check that [ GPS] is set to [ Mode 1] 
or [ Mode 2 ].
2Select [GPS Logger].
3Set [Log GPS position] to 
[Enable].
 Select [ Log GPS position ], then 
press < 0>.
  Select [ Enable], then...