Canon Wireless Remote Rc6 Manual

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Wireless Remote Control
BR-E1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 
						

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The Wireless Remote Control BR-E1 is a wireless remote controller that 
is compatible with Bluetooth® low energy technology (hereafter 
“Bluetooth”).
Pairing the remote controller with a Bluetooth-compatible Canon digital 
camera* enables the following operations to be performed wirelessly 
(with an operating distance of approx. 5 m/16.4 ft. in any direction).
* For information on the supported cameras, refer to the Canon Web site, etc.
• Shooting still photos and movies
• Focusing with AF
• Zooming (when using the Power Zoom Adapter)
Before Starting to Shoot, Be Sure to Read the Following
To avoid accidents, first read the “Safety Precautions” (p.5) and 
“Handling Precautions” (p.6). Also, r ead this manual carefully to ensure 
that you use this product correctly.
Introduction
Features of the BR-E1
 Carrying the remote controller in a pocket or bag, etc. may result in 
buttons being pressed inadvertently, which can cause the camera to 
malfunction. When you are not taking pictures, it is recommended that 
you turn off the camera power or disable Bluetooth function from the 
camera menu screen.
 The operating distance may vary according to the conditions in which the 
remote controller is used. For details, see “Cautions for the Wireless 
Communication Function” (p.7).
 Note that Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or damage from 
erroneous wireless communication settings for using this product. In 
addition, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or damage resulting 
from the use of this product. 
						

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Icons in this Manual
(p.**) :  Reference page numbers for more information.
:  Warnings to prevent potential problems during operation.
: Supplemental information.
Conventions Used in this Manual
TrademarksThe Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by 
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such  marks by Canon Inc. is under license. 
Other trademarks and trade names are  those of their respective owners.
 The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo and the  Wi-Fi Protected Setup mark are 
trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
 All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 
						

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Introduction....................................................................................... 2Features of the BR-E1 ................................................................... 2
Conventions Used in this Manual ..................................................... 3
Safety Precautions ........................................................................... 5
Handling Precautions ....................................................................... 6
Holding the Remote Controller ......................................................... 6
Cautions for Using the Remote Controller........................................ 7
Nomenclature ................................................................................... 8
Connecting the Remote Controller and Camera .............................. 9
Checking Registered Information/Removing Registration............... 11
Checking Registered Information .................................................11
Removing Registration ................................................................. 11
Shooting Still Photos ...................................................................... 12
Shooting Movies ............................................................................. 13
Operating the Power Zoom Adapter............................................... 14
Replacing the Battery ..................................................................... 15
Specifications ................................................................................. 16
Indicator Lamp Status..................................................................... 16
Wireless Communication Function ................................................. 17
Index............................................................................................... 19
Contents 
						

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The following precautions are provided to prevent harm or injury to 
yourself and others. Make sure to thoroughly understand and follow 
these precautions before using the product.
If you experience any malfunctions, problems, or damage to the 
product, contact the nearest Canon Service Center or the dealer 
from whom you purchased the product.
Safety Precautions
 Warnings:Follow the warnings below. Otherwise, death or 
serious injuries may result.
To prevent fire, excessive heat, chemical leakage, explosions, and electrical shock, 
follow the safeguards below:
• Do not use any batteries not specified in the Instruction Manual. Do not use any 
home-made or modified batteries, or the product if it is damaged.
• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, or modify the battery. Do not apply heat or  solder to the battery. Do not expose the battery to fire or water. Do not subject the 
battery to strong physical shock.
• Do not insert the battery’s plus and minus ends incorrectly.
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When disposing of a battery, insulate the electrical contacts with tape. Contact with 
other metallic objects or batteries may cause a fire or an explosion.
If the battery leaks, changes color, deforms, or emits smoke or fumes, remove it 
immediately. Be careful not to get burned in the process. It may cause a fire, electrical 
shock or burns if you keep using it.
Keep the battery and battery cover, etc. out of the reach of children and infants. If a 
child or infant swallows the battery or battery cover, etc. consult a physician 
immediately. Battery chemicals may harm the stomach and intestines.
Before using the product inside an airplane or hospital, check if it is allowed. 
Electromagnetic waves emitted by the product may interfere with the plane’s 
instruments or the hospital’s medical equipment.
A thorough explanation of how to use the product by an adult is required when the 
product is used by children. Supervise children while they are using the product. 
Incorrect usage may result in electrical shock or injury.
Be careful not to get the product wet. If you drop the product in the water or if water or 
metal get inside the product, promptly remove the battery. This is to prevent fire, 
electrical shock, and burns.
Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the product.
Doing so may cause fire or a health hazard.
 Cautions:Follow the cautions below. Otherwise, physical injury 
or property damage may result.
Do not insert your finger into the hole of the product. It may become stuck. 
						

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Do not immerse the product in water. Wipe off any water droplets 
with a dry and clean cloth. If the  product is exposed to salty air, wipe 
it with a clean, well-wrung wet cloth.
 When operating the remote controlle r, hold it as indicated in the 
figure below.
Handling Precautions
Holding the Remote Controller
Do not cover this part with your fingers. 
Doing so may cause the operating distance 
to become shorter. 
						

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If remote control operation takes time or fails, or if other problems occur, try the following corrective actions.
The operating distance of this product is approx. 5 m/16.4 ft. in all 
directions. Remote operations may not be possible if this product is too 
far away from the camera. In such a case, perform remote control 
operations after bringing this product closer to the camera.
The operating distance of this product may become shorter if people 
or other obstructions are between this product and the camera.
 The operating distance of this product may become shorter if 
operations are performed with your finger covering the < >.
This product performs Bluetooth communication using radio waves in 
the 2.4 GHz band. For this reason, remote control operation may take 
time or fail if there are elec tronic devices operating on the same 
frequency band nearby.
 Electronic devices operating on  the same frequency band includes 
Wi-Fi devices, smartphones, Bluet ooth devices, microwave ovens, 
cordless telephones, and similar devices.
 If radio wave interference occurs between a nearby electronic 
device and this product, stop usi ng the electronic device or move 
further away from the devices to use this product.
 Even if there are no electronic devices nearby, radio wave 
interference may occur between this product and an electronic 
device used in a nearby building or car. In such a case, the above 
condition may improve if you leave this product idle for a while and 
then operate it again.
Cautions for Using the Remote Controller
Distance Between the Camera and This Product
Obstructions That Impede the Co mmunication of This Product
Radio Wave Interference in 2.4 GHz Band 
						

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Nomenclature
Release button
< > Immediate release
< > AF start button
Release timing/
Movie shooting switch< > Bluetooth logo
Battery compartment 
cover
< > 2-sec. delay release
< > Movie shooting
Battery compartment 
cover screwStrap hole
Indicator lamp (red)
Power zoom
 < > Wide-angle button
 < > Telephoto button
The product does not come with a strap. 
						

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Connect the remote controller and camera using the Bluetooth function.
To connect the remote controller and camera via Bluetooth, first you 
need to pair the camera and remote controller (registering the device to 
the camera).
1Set the camera to the pairing 
standby mode.
Select [ Pairing ] from the menu 
screen of the camera. For details, 
refer to the pages regarding BR-E1 in 
the Camera Instruction Manual.
2Connect the remote  controller to 
the camera.
 Press and hold the  button and  button on the remote 
controller simultaneously for three 
seconds or more.The indicator lamp blinks, and pairing 
starts.
 The indicator lamp lights up when 
pairing is complete. The remote 
controller is registered in the camera 
and a message is displayed on the 
LCD monitor.
 If pairing fails, the lamp blinks rapidly. 
In such a case, press and hold the 
 button and < T> button again.
Connecting the Remote  Controller and Camera 
						

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Pairing with two or more cameras simultaneously is not possible. If 
you pair a camera and the remote controller that has already been 
paired with another camera, remote operation of the previously 
paired camera cannot be performed. Remove the registration of the 
remote controller, then pair with the other camera.
 If you cannot select [ Pairing] from the menu screen of the camera to 
pair, the camera may be paired with another remote controller. Remove 
the registration of the remote controller, then pair with the camera.
 You cannot pair multiple remote controllers to one camera. When pairing 
a camera that has already been paired with a remote controller with 
another remote controller, remove the registration of the remote 
controller (by operating the camera), then pair with the other remote 
controller.
 Pairing and remote operations cannot be performed when the camera is 
connected to a computer or GPS receiver, etc. with an interface cable. 
Perform pairing and remote operations after disconnecting the cable.
Pairing is not removed even when the camera is turned off. Remote 
operations can be performed again when the camera is turned on.
 Remote operations cannot be performed when the camera is connected 
via Wi-Fi. Remote operations can be performed again when the Wi-Fi 
connection is terminated.