Nikon WT-2A Wireless Network Settings, SSID Network Name, Network Type, Channel, Encryption

Wireless Setup Guide

Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Later

Wireless Network Settings

During step nine of the setup process, you were asked to enter the wireless settings into the blue section of the control centre. In order for the WT-2 to function properly, these values must be entered correctly and completely. If you are unsure about any of these values, please read on for a quick summary of the required information and how to obtain it.

Encryption

The Nikon WT-2/2A supports both WEP and WPA encryption.

SSID (Network Name)

The SSID (Service Set IDentifier) is a unique name that identifies a wireless network. All devices operating on your network use this name to find and connect to the correct access point. It is important to note that this value is case sensitive so make sure that you enter it exactly as written.

If you are unsure of the name of your network, simply right-click on your wireless network adapter’s tray icon and select View Available Wireless Networks. This will list all of the networks in range, as well as tell you the name of the network that your computer is currently connected to.

Network Type

This field selects the type of WiFi network that you would like to connect to. Infrastructure networks (the type covered in this guide) are wireless networks based around dedicated access points. Ad-Hoc networks are a simpler form of wireless networking where devices can communicate directly with one another.

Channel

Specifies the frequency at which the wireless network will operate. When used with Infrastructure networks, the channel is automatically determined so this field cannot be modified in this mode.

Encryption Mode & Key

Wireless networks can optionally be configured to encrypt data travelling over them to prevent third parties from intercepting private information. In order to use this, all devices on the network must be configured with the same encryption mode and key.

For instructions on configuring your network to operate in this mode, please see the documentation that came with your wireless access point/router.

When enabled in both the camera and the laptop, all transmitted images will be encrypted to prevent anyone from intercepting them.

For simplicity sake, this guide leaves this feature disabled. For most people this encryption is not necessary - however if you are concerned about this you can turn it on.