Wireless LAN Guide • This guide explains how to use the camera to send and receive images wirelessly. For instructions on how to operate the camera, and safety precautions, be sure to read the Camera User Guide. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly. • Keep the guide handy for future reference.
What You Can Do With the Wireless LAN Function This camera is an approved Wi-Fi®* product. You can wirelessly connect to and send images to the following Wi-Fi capable devices. * Wi-Fi is a brand name that indicates interoperability certification of wireless LAN devices. Video sharing sites YouTube facebook twitter E-mail Social networking services Connect to Web services CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is an online photo service available to those who have purchased this product.
Connect to a Smartphone Send images to smartphones and tablet computers that have wireless functions. Installation of a dedicated application on the smartphone or tablet is required. See the Canon website for details. Connect to another camera Use the wireless function to send images between Canon-brand cameras. Connect to a Computer Use the included software to wirelessly send images from the camera to a computer. For details on the included software, see the ImageBrowser EX User Guide.
Countries and Regions Where Wireless LAN Use is Approved IXUS 510 HS and IXUS 240 HS are in compliance (as of January 2012) with the radio signal regulations of the regions listed below.
Table of Contents What You Can Do With the Wireless LAN Function............... w-2 Countries and Regions Where Wireless LAN Use is Approved.................................... w-4 Before Using the Camera........w-6 4 Adding a Camera...................... w-24 5 Wireless LAN Preparations.......................w-9 Using Wireless LAN to Send Images From the Camera......... w-10 Registering a Camera Nickname (First time only)........ w-11 2 Connecting to Web Services............................
Before Using the Camera Radio Wave Precautions • This product incorporates an approved WLAN module. The model number is PC1735 in the case of IXUS 510 HS , and PC1739 in the case of IXUS 240 HS (including WLAN module model WM217).
• Be sure to use the product as directed in this guide. Be sure to use the wireless LAN function of this product within the guidelines noted in this guide. Canon accepts no responsibility for damages or loss even if the function and product are used in ways other than as described in this guide. • Do not use the wireless LAN function of this product near medical equipment or other electronic equipment.
To prevent these types of problems from occurring, be sure to thoroughly secure your wireless LAN network. Be sure to use the wireless LAN function of this camera with a proper understanding of wireless LAN security, and balance risk and convenience when adjusting security settings. Complies with IDA Standards DB00671 Hereby, Canon Inc., declares that this WM217 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
1 Wireless LAN Preparations This chapter explains how to use the camera’s wireless LAN function to connect to another device, including all necessary settings.
Using Wireless LAN to Send Images From the Camera Connect the camera and destination wirelessly (image send destination) Web services Smartphones Another camera Computer Send/ Import Connection Preparations Registering a camera nickname (p.w-11) • Installing the supplied software* • Connecting with the computer • Registering web services (p.w-14) • Adjusting settings for using web services from CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (p.w-15) (p.
Registering a Camera Nickname (First time only) To start with, register a camera nickname. This nickname will be displayed on the screen of target devices when connecting to other devices via wireless LAN. 1 Access the wireless LAN screen. the 1 button to turn the camera on. ●● Touch . ●● will be displayed during single-image display. It will not be displayed in index display. ●● Press 2 Enter a nickname.
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2 Connecting to Web Services This chapter explains how to register various Web services to your camera. • A computer is required for Web service settings, starting with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. • For information on countries and regions where CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is available, visit the Canon website (http://canon.com/cig).
Registering Web Services First, sign up for a free CANON iMAGE GATEWAY account. CANON iMAGE GATEWAY offers various services, such as the ability to share images in an online photo album. CANON iMAGE GATEWAY also serves as a bridge site to send images wirelessly to e-mail addresses, social networking services, and other Web services. Click http://canon.com/ cig, access the appropriate CANON iMAGE GATEWAY site for your country of residence, and follow the on-screen instructions to register as a member.
Adjusting Settings for Using Web Services From CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Adjust account settings for the Web services you want to use. Because CameraWindow is used to adjust settings, be sure to install it from the included CD-ROM beforehand. Installation instructions can be found in “Included Software, Manuals” in the Camera User Guide. 1 Connect the camera to a computer with the interface cable.
Adjusting Settings for Using Web Services From CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 5 Set a Web service you want to use. ●● Follow the on-screen instructions to complete settings for Web services you want to use. ●● Once the Web service settings are complete, click [Finish] at the bottom of the window to close it. 6 Apply Web service settings to the camera. ●● Choose the name of the Web service you in the middle of want to set, and click the lists.
Connecting to Web Services Connect to Web services registered to the camera. 1 Access the wireless LAN screen. ●● Touch . 2 Choose a Web service. ●● Touch the icon for the Web service you want to send images to. ●● If you chose e-mail, touch the addresses you want to send images to in the [Select Destination] screen. 3 Connect to an access point. ●● Touch [Add an Access Point]. of detected access points will be displayed in the [Access Point Connect] screen.
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3 Connect to a Smartphone This chapter explains how to add wireless LAN enabled smartphones to your camera’s connection list.
Adding a Smartphone Add a smartphone to your list of devices to connect to via wireless LAN. Wireless LAN connection to smartphones can be done by ad hoc or infrastructure modes. • The connection procedures for connecting to a smartphone here are explained using ad hoc mode. Refer to “Connecting to Access Points in the List” (p. w-34) in “Adding a Computer” when connecting via infrastructure mode.
Adding a Smartphone 5 Use the smartphone to connect to the network displayed on the camera screen. ●● Choose the displayed SSID (network name) from the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting menu. ●● Enter the WEP key displayed on the camera screen into the password field on the smartphone. 6 Start CameraWindow on the smartphone. ▶▶ Once the smartphone is recognized on the camera, the device connection screen will be displayed on the camera. 7 Choose a smartphone to connect to.
Adding a Smartphone • Setting the smartphone’s IP address as follows will shorten connection time when connecting to a smartphone via ad hoc mode. - IP address: 169.254.0.9 - Subnet mask: 255.255.0.0 • The image quality level for movies that can be sent may differ depending on the smartphone. Refer to the instruction manual provided with your smartphone for details. • To add multiple smartphones, repeat the above procedures starting from step 1.
4 Connect to Another Camera This chapter explains how to connect two cameras via wireless LAN, and how to send images between them.
Adding a Camera Add a camera to your list of devices to connect to via wireless LAN. Wireless LAN connection to other cameras is done in ad hoc mode. • Only Canon-brand cameras equipped with a wireless LAN function can be connected to wirelessly. Even Canon-brand cameras that support Eye-Fi cards cannot be connected to if they do not have a wireless LAN function. You cannot connect to DIGITAL IXUS WIRELESS cameras with this camera. 1 Access the wireless LAN screen. ●● Touch . 2 Choose a camera.
5 Connect to a Computer This chapter explains necessary settings for connecting to a computer, how to register settings on the camera, and how to use the included software CameraWindow to wirelessly transfer images to a computer. • When connected to a computer, the camera is used to establish the connection and then the computer (included software CameraWindow) is used to transfer images. • For details on the included software, see the ImageBrowser EX User Guide.
Preparing to Register a Computer Prepare to register a computer. Checking the Computer and Wireless LAN Setup Computer Requirements The camera can connect to the following computers via wireless LAN. Windows • Windows 7 Service Pack 1 Macintosh • Macintosh OS X 10.6.8 or later • 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 install of Windows Media Feature Pack.
Preparing to Register a Computer Checking Your Wireless LAN Settings If you are already using a wireless LAN, check the following items and mark each one on the check sheet. • If system administrator status is needed to adjust network settings, contact the system administrator for details. • These settings are very important for network security. Exercise adequate caution when changing these settings. • For instructions on how to check settings, refer to the user guide included with your access point.
Preparing to Register a Computer • The different types of security are as follows. - None: Encryption is not used when connecting to an access point. - WEP: A standard of encryption supported by most wireless LAN devices. - WPA-PSK (TKIP): An improved WEP standard that uses TKIP encryption. - WPA-PSK (AES): An improved WEP standard that uses AES encryption. - WPA2-PSK (TKIP): An improved WPA standard that uses TKIP encryption. - WPA2-PSK (AES): An improved WPA standard that uses AES encryption.
Preparing to Register a Computer 5 Choose [Choose media streaming options...]. ●● Click the current profile for [Choose media streaming options...]. 6 Turn on media streaming. ●● Click [Turn on media streaming]. 7 Choose [OK]. ●● Click [OK]. 8 Turn on network discovery. ●● Click the current profile for [Turn on network discovery]. 9 Save the changes. ●● Click [Save changes]. 10 Close the Control Panel window.
Preparing to Register a Computer Enabling ICMP Inbound Echo Requests and UPnP Services Enabling ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) will allow you to check the network connection status. Enabling UPnP (Universal Plug & Play) will allow the network to automatically recognize network devices. 1 Open the Control Panel window. ●● Click [Control Panel] from the Start menu. ●● Click [System and Security]. 2 Choose [System and Security]. 3 Choose [Windows Firewall]. ●● Click [Windows Firewall].
Preparing to Register a Computer 8 Close the [Windows Firewall 9 with Advanced Security] window. Close the Control Panel window. • If [Disable Rule] is displayed in steps 6 – 7, the item is already enabled, and can be left as is.
Adding a Computer Add a computer to your list of devices to connect to via wireless LAN. Infrastructure mode will be used for wireless LAN connection to a computer. • Be sure to also read the user guide included with your access point. 1 Access the wireless LAN screen. ●● Touch . 2 Choose a computer. ●● Touch . 3 Choose [Add a Device]. ●● Touch [Add a Device]. of detected access points will be displayed in the [Access Point Connect] screen.
Adding a Computer Connecting to a WPS Supported Access Point WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a structure for simplifying settings when connecting one wireless LAN device to another. You can use either Push Button Configuration Method or PIN Method for settings on a WPS supported device. The push button configuration method is used in the following explanation. • Refer to the user guide provided with your access point to check if it supports WPS. 4 Choose [WPS Connection]. ●● Touch [WPS Connection].
Adding a Computer 8 Choose a computer to connect to. ●● Touch the name of the computer you want to connect to. ▶▶ The computer will be added to the list on the camera. ▶▶ When connecting to a Windows computer for the first time, continue to “Installing Drivers (Windows only)” (p. w-36). ▶▶ To connect again, or when using a Macintosh, see “Using CameraWindow to Transfer Images to a Computer” (p. w-37). • If you chose [PIN Method] in step 5, a PIN code will be displayed on the screen.
Adding a Computer 6 Choose [Auto]. ●● Touch [Auto]. of other connected devices connected to the access point will appear in the [Select a Device] screen. ▶▶ A list 7 Choose a computer to connect to. ●● Touch the name of the computer you want to connect to. ▶▶ The computer will be added to the list on the camera. ▶▶ When connecting to a Windows computer for the first time, continue to “Installing Drivers (Windows only)” (p. w-36).
Adding a Computer Installing Drivers (Windows only) The first time the camera and computer are connected, it will be necessary to install drivers for the camera. 1 Open the Control Panel window. ●● Click [Control Panel] from the Start menu. 2 Choose [Network and Internet] and [View network computers and devices]. ●● Click [Network and Internet] and [View network computers and devices]. 3 Choose a connected camera.
Using CameraWindow to Transfer Images to a Computer Use the computer (included software CameraWindow) to transfer images from the camera to the computer. • For details on how to use CameraWindow, see the ImageBrowser EX User Guide. Start CameraWindow For Windows 1 Enable download of images from the camera. ●● Click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow]. ▶▶ CameraWindow will be displayed. ▶▶ Proceed to “Importing Untransferred Images to a Computer” (p.
Using CameraWindow to Transfer Images to a Computer Importing Untransferred Images to a Computer Import images to a computer that have not yet been transferred. 1 Import untransferred images. ●● Click [Import Images from Camera]. [Import Untransferred Images]. ▶▶ Images that have not yet been transferred to a computer will be imported. ●● Click [OK] in the screen that is displayed after image import is complete.
Using CameraWindow to Transfer Images to a Computer Choosing Images to Import Choose whichever images you like to import to a computer. 1 Display the image import screen. ●● Click ●● Click [Import Images from Camera]. [Select Images to Import]. 2 Choose an image. ●● Click images you want to import. background of selected images to deselect the will turn blue. Click images, and the background will turn gray. ▶▶ The 3 Import images. ●● Click (import). selected images will be imported to the computer.
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6 Sending Images This chapter explains how to use the camera to send images wirelessly to destinations saved in the camera. • When the destination you want to send images to is a social networking service or e-mail, sent images will be saved to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and a link to the album containing the images will be added to the social networking service or e-mail. When the destination is YouTube, the sent movie will be uploaded directly to YouTube.
Sending Images Individually 1 Send images individually. ●● Drag left or right across the screen to choose an image to send. ●● Choose the resolution setting for the image you want to send (resize the image to M2 or S, or keep the image at its original setting). Touch p or o to choose an option and complete the setting. ●● Touch [Send this image]. ●● When sending movies to YouTube, read the terms of service that is displayed, and then touch [I Agree]. ▶▶ Image transfer will begin.
Sending Multiple Images 1 Choose [Select and send]. ●● Touch [Select and send]. 2 Choose an image. ●● Touch the image you want to send. will be displayed on selected images. Touching the image again will deselect it, will disappear. Drag up or down and on the screen to scroll through displayed images. ●● After you finish choosing images, touch [OK]. ▶▶ 3 Send images.
Sending Multiple Images • If you move the zoom lever twice toward k (magnifying glass) in step 2, the camera will switch to single image display. You can also drag left or right across the screen to choose images. • Images can only be resized to a smaller resolution setting than that chosen in step 3. • Movies cannot be resized. • To disconnect from the camera, touch ^ in the upper right of the screen, and then touch [OK] in the disconnection confirmation screen.
7 Helpful Information This chapter explains how to edit and erase wireless LAN settings, offers hints when you are unsure of what to do, and includes a glossary.
Editing Connection Information Edit connection information saved to the camera. You can change device nicknames (display names) that are displayed on the camera, and erase connection information. The following explains the procedure when the target device is a computer. 1 Access the wireless LAN screen. ●● Touch . 2 Choose a device to edit. ●● Touch the icon for the device you want to edit. 3 Choose [Edit a Device]. ●● Touch [Edit a Device]. 4 Choose a device to edit.
Editing Connection Information • Editable items differ depending on the device or destination. Web services Smartphones Another camera/ computer • • • • • • Erase connection information (access points) Change nickname that is displayed on the camera Change privacy settings for images Erase connection information Change nickname that is displayed on the camera Erase connection information • Connection information refers to information on how the camera connects to another device or destination.
Editing Connection Information • If there are multiple connection information items, the device will not be erased if a single item is erased. To erase a device, erase all of the connection information for that device. • If you erase all information items for a device, the device will also be erased, and it will not be displayed on the screen in step 4. • If the deleted device is the final registered device, the screen will return to the display in step 3.
Editing Connection Information 7 Enter a nickname. ●● Touch inside the frame and a keyboard will be displayed. Enter the new nickname. ●● Touch ^ in the upper right of the screen. ▶▶ The camera will return to the display in step 4 and the new nickname will be displayed.
Returning the Wireless LAN Settings to Default Return the wireless LAN settings to default if you transfer ownership of the camera to another person, or dispose of it. 1 Access the menu. ●● Touch H, and then touch n. 2 Choose [Wireless LAN Settings]. ●● Touch ●● Touch the 3 tab. [Wireless LAN Settings]. 3 Choose [Reset Settings]. ●● Touch [Reset Settings]. the [Reset Settings] screen is displayed, touch [OK].
Troubleshooting When you are unsure of how to proceed with certain wireless LAN operations, or experiencing trouble, check the following items for possible solutions. is not displayed, and you cannot access the wireless LAN menu. • You cannot access the wireless LAN menu from a shooting mode. Switch to playback mode and try again. • will not be displayed even in playback mode, when using magnified display will also not be or index display. Switch to single image display and try again.
Troubleshooting Cannot send images • The destination device has insufficient storage space. Increase the storage space on the destination device and resend the images. • Images shot in high-speed burst mode are grouped. Cancel grouping and then send the images. • The write-protect tab of the SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card or Eye-Fi card of the destination camera is set to the locked position. Slide the write-protect tab to the unlocked position.
On-Screen Messages If an error message is displayed on the camera screen, try one of the following solutions. Also refer to “On-Screen Messages” in the Camera User Guide. Connection failed • No access points were recognized. Check the access point settings (p. w-27). • A device could not be found. Turn the camera off and on again, and retry the connection. • Check the device you want to connect to and make sure it is ready for connection.
On-Screen Messages Receiving failed Insufficient space on card • There is not enough free space on the memory card to receive images. Erase images to create space on the memory card, or insert an empty memory card. Receiving failed Memory card locked • The write-protect tab of the SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card or Eye-Fi card of the camera to receive the images is set to the locked position. Slide the write-protect tab to the unlocked position.
Glossary Terms related to wireless LAN are explained here. Also refer to the explanations of terms given in the respective sections of this guide. • Access point A device that relays radio wave signals to create a wireless LAN network. This term also refers to a place where you can connect to the Internet via wireless LAN. • Ad hoc mode A wireless LAN connection method. This method allows two devices to connect to each other without using an access point.
Specifications Only functions related to wireless LAN functions are noted here. See the Camera User Guide for camera specifications. Wireless Standard IEEE 802.11b/g/n* * 2.4 GHz band only Transmission Method OFDM modulation (IEEE 802.11g/n) DSSS modulation (IEEE 802.
Index A M Access point Manual settings...........................w-35 Number of display items..............w-35 Add target device Camera.......................................w-24 Computer....................................w-32 Smartphones...............................w-20 Web services...............................w-15 MAC address.....................................w-27 C Camera Add target device........................w-24 Nickname.................................... w-11 CameraWindow Display......
Wireless LAN Access point................................w-26 Security.......................................w-28 Settings.......................................w-27 WPS..................................................w-33 PBC Method................................w-33 PIN Method.................................w-34 Trademark Acknowledgments • The microSDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.
