Getting Started3Getting StartedThis manual will get you started on using your camcorder's Wi-Fi functions. To learn more about Wi-Fi functions and to see more detailed procedures, refer to the full-version Instruction Manual (PDF file on the supplied CD-ROM). When this manual refers you to a section in the camcorder's Instruction Manual, use the table of contents or the PDF's search feature to help find the section. To install the full-version Instruction Manual, see Installing the Camcorder's Instruction Manual (PDF file) in the supplied Quick Guide.The following are basic terms used frequently in this text. Access pointA wireless access point (WAP) is a device that allows wireless devices, like your camcorder, to connect to a wired network (including to the Internet) using the Wi-Fi standard. In most cases, this will be your wireless router.SSIDService Set Identifier. This is simply the public name of a Wi-Fi network.Wi-Fi networkA group of computers and/or other devices in your home, office, or other location connected wirelessly using Wi-Fi.Introduction to Wi-FiWhen you use the camcorder’s Wi-Fi function to connect to a smartphone or tablet, you can wirelessly save, play back and upload your recordings. You can even use a smartphone or tablet (iOS or Android device1) as a remote control and record using the device’s Web browser.1“iOS device” is used in this text to refer to Wi-Fi-enabled iPhones, iPods and iPads while "Android device" refers to Wi-Fi-enabled Android smartphones and tablets.Wi-Fi connection When you use the Wi-Fi Remote app, you can use your iOS or Android device to remotely control the camcorder and make recordings (A 6). iOS or Android deviceCOPY
