Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point138Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access PointThe camcorder can connect to a Wi-Fi network using a wireless router (access point) and evenremember the settings for the four most recently used access points.General requirements• Correctly configured router that complies with the 802.11a/b/g/n protocol and isWi-Fi certified (bears the logo shown on the right) and a home network.Select the desired connection method.Options* WPS, which stands for Wi-Fi Protected Setup, is a standard that makes connecting to a access pointeasier.Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)If your access point is WPS-compatible (bears the logo shown on the right),connecting the camcorder to it can be very easy. With WPS, you will either usethe [WPS: Button] method or [WPS: PIN Code] method (see the description inthe previous section). If you cannot successfully connect the camcorder usingWPS, try using the [Search for Access Points] method. Refer also to the router’s instruction manual.1 [WPS: Button] methodPress and hold the WPS button on the access point.• Depending on the access point, the amount of time required may differ.• Make sure the router’s WPS function is activated.[WPS: PIN Code] methodFrom a computer or similar device connected to the access point, use the Web browser to open therouter’s WPS settings screen. After the 8-digit PIN code appears on the camcorder’s screen, enter itinto your router’s WPS settings screen.Operating modes:[WPS: Button]* Simply press and hold the WPS button on your access point and then touch thecamcorder’s screen. This is the easiest connection method if you are using a WPS-compatiblerouter. For details, see Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) (A 138).[WPS: PIN Code]* Access the access point’s configuration screen using your Web browser. Thecamcorder will give you a PIN code, which you will enter into the browser. You will need a WPS-compatible router and a computer or other device connected to it. For details, see Wi-Fi ProtectedSetup (WPS) (A 138).[Search for Access Points] Following the camcorder’s onscreen instructions, you select youraccess point from a list of detected SSIDs and then enter your password. For details, see Searchingfor Access Points (A 139).[Manual Setup] You manually enter the access point’s SSID, password and other network settings.This method is recommended for advanced users of Wi-Fi networks. For details, see Manual Setup(A 140).COPY
