Canon w-e1, Instruction Manual

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Images cannot be recorded on the W-E1. Be sure to prepare a
CF card for recording images.
If a CF card is not inserted, [ Unsupported card for recording ]
appears on the LCD monitor when you turn on the power or release
the shutter.
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If the camera’s grip is covered by your hand, the wireless
communication speed may decrease or the wireless communication
may be terminated.
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Depending on the transmission range and connection status, image
display may be delayed, images may not be displayed smoothly, or
shutter release timing may be delayed.
Insert the W-E1 into the camera’s SD card slot, and a CF card into the
CF card slot. For how to insert, refer to the Camera Instruction Manual.
Preparing to Use the W-E1
Read These First
Installing the W-E1 in the Camera
Camera’s Firmware Version
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When using the W-E1, check that the camera’s firmware version is as
follows.
EOS 7D Mark II
: Ver. 1.1.0
EOS 5DS/EOS 5DS R: Ver. 1.1.0
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With the above firmware, it takes approx. 0.05 seconds longer than with
the previous versions for the camera to start up.
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To check the firmware version, see the camera menu [
5
4:
z
firmware
ver. ]. If the firmware needs to be changed, refer to the Canon Web site.
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When changing the firmware, remove the W-E1 from the camera. The
firmware cannot be changed with the W-E1 installed in the camera.