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2 Convert the desired movies (A157).
• If you are within the range of a configured network, Web upload will  start automatically.
• The status of the wireless communication is shown by the Eye-Fi 
icon as follows:
-• (grayed out) Communication not established
- • (white, flashing) Connecting;  •(white, continuously on) 
Wireless upload on standby
- • (animated) Wireless upload in progress
- … [Eye-Fi Communication] is set to [ j Off]
- ‰ Wireless upload stopped by the camcorder (
A209)
- ‹  Error reading from the Eye-Fi card (A207)
• For MP4 movies, step 2 is not necessary. If you are within the range  of a configured network, Web upload will start automatically.
IMPORTANT
Using an Eye-Fi Card 
• This product is not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions (includ- ing wireless transfer). In case of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please 
check with the card manufacturer. Also note that an approval is required 
to use Eye-Fi cards in many countries or regions. Without approval, use 
of the card is not permitted. If it is unclear whether the card has been 
approved for use in the area, please check with the card manufacturer.
• Do not use Eye-Fi cards on airplanes and in other places where wireless  communication is forbidden. Remove the Eye-Fi card from the cam-
corder beforehand. 
NOTES
• Depending on the amount of data to be uploaded and the network’s  wireless connection conditions, it can  take some time to upload video 
files. If the wireless connection is too weak, the wireless upload may fail 
and the video files will be registered as incomplete uploads.
• About power saving when using an Eye-Fi card: - Wireless communication drains the power of the battery pack faster 
than usual. We recommend powering the camcorder using the 
compact power adapter.
- While files are being uploaded wirelessly, the camcorder’s automatic  power off function will be disabled.
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• While using an Eye-Fi Card, the ACCESS indicator may flash from time to time.
• Wireless communication via the Eye-Fi card is available only in playback  mode. Any wireless transfer in progress will be stopped if you set the 
camcorder to recording mode. 
• Wireless communication via the Eye-Fi card is not available when the  optional WM-V1 Wireless Microphone is attached to the camcorder. 
Any wireless transfer in progress will be stopped the moment you attach 
the WM-V1 to the camcorder. 
• - /,  Wireless communication via the Eye-Fi card is not avail-
able when using the camcorder's Wi-Fi functions.
• You can turn off the wireless communication with the  q >  [Eye-Fi 
Communication]* setting.
• If the LOCK switch on the Eye-Fi card is set to prevent writing, you will  not be able to turn the wireless communication on/off and the status 
icon will change to  ‹. To use wireless communication make sure the 
switch on the Eye-Fi card is not in the LOCK position.
* This menu option will appear only when using an Eye-Fi card.
Uploading MP4 Movies and Photos to the Web
With the supplied software  ImageBrowser EX, you can upload your 
recordings to YouTube (MP4 movies) and Facebook (MP4 movies and 
photos) from your computer. Additionally, you can use CANON iMAGE 
GATEWAY* to make photo albums and more.
* This service may not be available in all countries/regions.
Installation
Install the software before you connect the camcorder to the computer 
for the first time. The software is compatible with computers running 
Windows or Mac OS operating systems. Refer to  Saving MP4 Movies 
and Photos (Windows/Mac OS) ( A148).
Connecting to the Computer and Uploading your Recordings
Refer to the relevant sections in the ‘ImageBrowser EX’ User Guide 
(PDF file).
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Wi-Fi Functions
This chapter contains information about how to operate the 
Wi-Fi functions of your camcorder, starting with the Wi-Fi net-
work setup needed to add your camcorder to an existing 
Wi-Fi network.
Introduction to Wi-Fi
The camcorder's Wi-Fi functions allow you to send files wirelessly, 
which means that you will not need to fuss with cables. You can wire-
lessly connect the camcorder to a Wi-Fi network (wireless LAN) using 
an access point (commonly referred to as infrastructure mode) or 
directly to an iOS device* without using a wireless access point (com-
monly referred to as ad hoc mode). The steps you will perform will 
depend on how you plan to use your recordings. Refer to Glossary 
( A 181) for a definition of the frequently used terms in this text.
* "iOS device" is used in this text to collectively refer to Wi-Fi-enabled iOS devices.
- /,
Wi-Fi connection Infrastructure mode
Connect the camcorder to an access point on a Wi-Fi network ( A165). Use this 
connection if you plan to save your recordings on a computer or FTP server ( A170) and 
then upload videos to YouTube and Facebook ( A174).
Access point Computer
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NOTES
• While using Wi-Fi functions, the camcorder's automatic power off func- tion will be disabled.
Wi-Fi connection Ad hoc mode
Connect the camcorder to an iOS device ( A175). Use this connection type if you plan to 
upload videos to YouTube and Facebook on the go ( A174).
Wi-Fi connection Infrastructure mode
Connect the camcorder to an access point on a Wi-Fi network ( A165). Use this 
connection if you plan to play back videos on a DLNA-compatible TV ( A178) connected 
to the network using a LAN cable.
iOS device
Access point LAN cable
HDTV
About the camcorder's Wi-Fi standard
The camcorder's Wi-Fi standard complies with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n 
protocol and operates in the 2.4 GHz band. As such, the maximum 
data transfer rate is 11 Mbps for IEEE 802.11b, 54 Mbps for IEEE 
802.11g, and 150 Mbps for IEEE 802.11n. Note that these are theo-
retical values and actual data transfer rates may differ.
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Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network
Wirelessly connecting to a Wi-Fi network via an access point (wireless 
router) is commonly referred to as infrastructure mode. If your wireless 
router supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), setup will be easy and 
require minimal configuring. Refer to Wi-Fi Protected Setup below. If 
your wireless router does not support WPS or you wish to manually 
configure settings, refer to  Manual Setup (A 168).
Refer also to the instruction manual  of your wireless router and other 
devices you will use.
General requirements
• Correctly configured Wi-Fi network or hotspot  that uses the 802.11b/g/n protocol.
POINTS TO CHECK
• Using an unprotected Wi-Fi network can expose your files and data to  monitoring by unauthorized third parties. Be aware of the risks involved.
• When using the camcorder's Wi-Fi functions, do not cover the right side 
of the camcorder with your hand or 
other object. The Wi-Fi antenna is 
located on the right side and covering 
it may interfere with wireless signals.
Place the camcorder on a table or 
similar surface and then use the Wi-Fi 
functions, as shown in the illustration 
on the left.
Wi-Fi antenna
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Operating modes:
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
To use WPS to make a connection using infra-
structure mode, make sure your wireless router 
has the WPS logo. If your wireless router has a 
WPS button, setup will be easy and all automatic. 
Some wireless routers that support WPS do not have a dedicated but-
ton but use a PIN code instead. Both cases are explained in the follow-
ing procedure. For setup using a PIN code, you will need to know in 
advance how to activate the wireless router's WPS function. 
To enter text for the various settings, use the virtual keyboard (A88).
1 Set the camcorder to playback mode and then press  .
2 Set up a new connection point.
*  To replace the settings of an existing connection point, touch [Edit] instead and  then manually change the settings. To delete the settings, touch [Delete] and 
then [Yes].
• You can set up up to three connection points for infrastructure mode 
([  1] to [  3]). Once set up, you can use the same Wi-Fi network 
without any further settings.
3 WPS button setup: Press and hold the WPS button on your  wireless router.
WPS PIN code setup: After a PIN code appears on the 
camcorder's screen, enter it into your wireless router's setup 
screen.
In most cases, the wireless router’s setup screen is accessed using 
your Web browser. For details about how to activate the Wi-Fi 
protected setup, refer to the instruction manual of your wireless router.
[Wi-Fi]  > [Wi-Fi Setup]  > [Network Setup]  > 
Desired connection point ([  1] to [  3])  > [Set Up 
New]*  > [WPS: Button] or [WPS: PIN Code]
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4 Within 2 minutes, touch [OK] on the camcorder's screen.You can touch [Stop] and then [OK] to interrupt the Wi-Fi Protected 
Setup while it is in progress.
5 Touch [Automatic] to automatically obtain an IP address. • To assign the IP address manually, touch [Manual] and perform the procedure in  To manually assign an IP address  below.
• A screen to test the settings will appear.
6 Select whether to test the settings. • You can touch [Check Current Configuration] to review the network settings.
• If you touched [Yes], a test of the settings will be performed and a  confirmation screen will appear. Touch [OK].
7 Save the settings of the connection point.
* After touching [OK], you can review the network settings. Touch [Wi-Fi Setup]  >  [Check Current Configuration]  > Desired connection point >  [Î ] or [ Í] 
>  [K ] three times when finished.
To manually assign an IP address (step 5)
After touching [Manual] in step 5:
* An interface similar to the virtual keyboard for text fields ( A88) will appear except 
it will contain only the keys necessary for this step.
[Yes]  > [OK]* >  [X ]
Touch the field under [IP Address] or [Subnet Mask]  > 
Enter* the IP address or subnet mask  > [OK] >  Enter the 
default gateway >  [OK] > Enter the default primary and 
secondary DNS servers  > [OK]  > Continue to step 6
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Manual Setup
Perform this procedure to wirelessly connect the camcorder to the 
wireless router (using infrastructure mode) if your router does not sup-
port WPS, you wish to manually configure settings, or if your wireless 
router's network name (SSID) cannot be detected due to the stealth 
function being enabled. 
To enter text for the various settings, use the virtual keyboard (A88).
POINTS TO CHECK
• You may need to know in advance the encryption key and other set- tings of the wireless router. Refer to the wireless router's setup screen or 
ask the network administrator.
1 Set the camcorder to playback mode and then press  .
2 Set up a new connection point.
* To replace the settings of an existing connection point, touch [Edit] instead and  then manually change the settings. To delete the settings, touch [Delete] and 
then [Yes].
• You can set up up to three connection points for infrastructure mode 
([  1] to [  3]). Once set up, you can use the same Wi-Fi network 
without any further settings.
• The camcorder will automatically detect available nearby Wi-Fi  networks and display their SSID.
3Touch [ Í] or [Î ] to select the desired access point and then 
touch [OK].
• Wi-Fi networks with a stealth function that do not broadcast their  network name will not be detected by the camcorder. To use such an 
access point, touch [Enter Manually] and perform the procedure 
described in  To manually enter a wireless access point  (A 169).
• If the desired access point is protected, the  C icon will appear next 
to the network name. In such case, continue to step 4; otherwise, 
skip to step 5.
[Wi-Fi]  > [Wi-Fi Setup]  > [Network Setup]  > 
Desired connection point ([  1] to [  3])  > [Set Up 
New]*  > [Manual Setup]
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4 Touch the [Encryption Key] control button to enter the encryption key or password of the wireless access point and then touch [OK].
• If the encryption method of the wireless access point is set to WEP, the WEP index key will appear on the screen. Select the same index 
key of the access point.
5 Touch [Automatic] to automatically obtain an IP address. • To assign the IP address manually, touch [Manual] and perform the procedure in  To manually assign an IP address  (A 167).
• A screen to test the settings will appear.
6 Select whether to test the settings. • You can touch [Check Current Configuration] to review the network settings.
• If you touched [Yes], a test of the settings will be performed and a 
confirmation screen will appear. Touch [OK].
7 Save the settings of the connection point.
* After touching [OK], you can review the network settings. Touch [Wi-Fi Setup]  >  [Check Current Configuration]  > Desired connection point >  [Î ] or [ Í] 
>  [K ] three times when finished.
To manually enter a wireless access point (step 3)
Enter the details of the wireless access point.
* If you select [Open], you can select [No Encryption] or [WEP]. If you select, 
[Open]  > [WEP] or [Shared Key WEP], you will need to specify the WEP index 
key.
[Yes]  > [OK]* >  [X ]
Enter the access point’s SSID  > [OK] >  [OK] > Enter 
the authentication/encryption  method* and, if applicable, 
the encryption key of the access point  > [OK] >  
Continue to step 5
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NOTES
• The functions available and the setup method will vary depending on  the specifications and characteristics of the Wi-Fi network you want to 
use.
• Wi-Fi functions, including connecting to a Wi-Fi network, are not avail- able when the optional WM-V1 Wireless Microphone is attached to the 
camcorder.
• When using Wi-Fi functions, wireless communication with an Eye-Fi  card is not possible.
Transferring Files to a Computer or FTP server
You can wirelessly transfer recordin gs directly to a computer running 
the supplied software  Network Utility (Windows only) or an FTP server. 
First, set where the files will be transf erred to (file transfer destination) 
and then transfer the files. If you are transferring files to a computer 
running  Network Utility , you also have the option of uploading the files 
to YouTube and Facebook ( A174).
POINTS TO CHECK
• If you have not done so already, complete the Wi-Fi network setup  (A 165) in advance.
General requirements
For computers running Windows:
• A computer correctly connected to the same network as the camcorder  with the supplied software  Network Utility correctly installed, config-
ured and running (  appears in the notification area, depending on the 
OS).  Network Utility  will be installed automatically after you install 
VideoBrowser . For details about the software, refer to the ‘Network 
Utility Software Guide’ (PDF file on the PIXELA disc in the folder \Net-
work Utility\Manual\English).
Access point
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