Introduction to Wi-Fi
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IMPORTANT
• Using an unprotected Wi-Fi network can expose your files and data to monitoring by unauthorized
third parties. Be aware of the risks involved.
• Using the Wi-Fi functions outdoors while the camcorder is operating in the 5 GHz band may be
prohibited depending on the laws of the country/region you are in.
NOTES
• While using Wi-Fi functions other than remotely controlling the camcorder using the Wi-Fi Remote
application, do not open the double memory card slot cover.
• While using Wi-Fi functions other than remotely controlling the camcorder using the Wi-Fi Remote
application, the camcorder’s automatic power off function will be disabled.
Wi-Fi connection
Wirelessly connect the camcorder to a wireless router (access point) on a Wi-Fi network (
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138). Use this
connection if you plan to save your recordings on a computer or FTP server (
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Wi-Fi connection
Wirelessly connect the camcorder to a network and use the media server function and play back your recordings on
a device connected to the network using a LAN cable (
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Wi-Fi connection
Wirelessly connect the camcorder to a wireless router (access point) on a Wi-Fi network. Use this connection if you
plan to connect to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (
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133). After doing so, you can even share videos on YouTube and
Facebook.
Access point
Computer
Access point
LAN cable
Computer
Access point
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