Canon imagePROGRAF iPF685 User Manual

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Large Format Printer
Manuals for this printer
Setup Guide
Quick Guide
Basic Guide
Electronic manual
User's Guide
Electronic manual
Paper Reference Guide
Electronic manual
Basic Printing Workflow
Printing CAD Drawings.............................................................40
Printing enlargements or reductions........................................ 60
Printing at full size.................................................................... 70
Borderless Printing................................................................... 79
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes......................88
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet........................................101
Centering originals..................................................................115
and so on
Windows Software
Printer Driver...........................................................................142
Preview................................................................................... 172
Free Layout.............................................................................182
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy...............................203
Print Plug-In for Office............................................................ 212
and so on
Printer Driver...........................................................................250
Preview................................................................................... 268
Free Layout.............................................................................289
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy...............................312
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Large Format Printer User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Printing CAD Drawings.............40 Printing enlargements or reductions........60 Printing at full size..............70 Borderless Printing..............79 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes......88 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet........101 Centering originals..............115 and so on Windows Software...
  • Page 2 Contents Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets ........................16 Turning the Printer On and Off ..........................17 Loading and Printing on Rolls ........................... 18 Loading and Printing on Sheets ..........................21 Printing in Windows ..............................22 Printing from Mac OS ...............................
  • Page 3 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) ..................67 Printing at full size Printing on Oversize Paper ............................70 Printing at Full Size (Windows) ..........................71 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) ..........................72 Borderless Printing at Actual Size ..........................74 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) ......................
  • Page 4 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing ..........................137 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows) ...................... 137 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) ......................138 Windows Software Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ............................142 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ........................144 Confirming Print Settings ............................
  • Page 5 Format Dialog Box ..............................188 Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page ....................189 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page ..........191 Selecting an Object ..............................193 Changing the Object Size ............................194 Moving an Object ..............................
  • Page 6 View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application ....................260 Matching pane ..............................260 Color Settings Pane: Color ..........................262 Object Adjustment dialog box: Color ........................ 263 Color Settings Pane: Monochrome ........................264 Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome ....................265 Page Setup Pane ..............................
  • Page 7 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ..................312 Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ....................312 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box ..................... 313 Hot Folder ................................313 Creating a New Hot Folder ............................. 314 Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) ......................315 Deleting a Hot Folder .............................
  • Page 8 Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS) The Features of Media Configuration Tool ....................... 383 Procedures for Installing ............................383 Starting Method ..............................385 Media Configuration Tool Main Window ........................386 Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper ............387 Adding Media Types ............................
  • Page 9 Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings ......................... 454 Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows) ....................455 Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Mac OS) ....................455 Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI ................. 456 Mac OS Settings Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks ....................459 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network ....................
  • Page 10 Displaying a List of Saved Jobs ..........................510 Printing a List of Saved Jobs ..........................513 Displaying Details of Saved Jobs ..........................514 Renaming Saved Jobs ............................516 Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead ............................522 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ..................
  • Page 11 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions ........................... 572 Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Roll Paper ..........................573 Clearing a Jammed Sheet ............................576 Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) ......................578 Roll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed Slot ..................580 Cannot load sheets ..............................
  • Page 12 Other problems The Ink Tank Cover has become detached from the printer ..................595 The printer does not go on ............................. 595 The printer takes time to start up ..........................595 If the Printer Makes a Strange Sound ........................596 Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared ..............
  • Page 13 Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Insert the maintenance cartridge..........................615 Wrong maintenance cartridge..........................615 Maint. cart. The level is low ............................ 615 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity........................615 Maintenance cartridge full............................615 Maintenance cartridge problem..........................615 Messages regarding the hard disk Hard disk error.
  • Page 15: User's Guide

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure ................16 Canceling print jobs ................24 Pausing Printing .................. 27 Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting...
  • Page 16: Printing Procedure

    Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets iPF685 Printing procedure Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets ......................16 Turning the Printer On and Off .......................... 17 Loading and Printing on Rolls ........................... 18 Loading and Printing on Sheets ........................21 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) ................
  • Page 17: Turning The Printer On And Off

    Press the Power button to turn on the printer. The printer will now start up. After the Display Screen shows the Canon logo, "Starting up... Please wait." is displayed. The Power Lamp is lit when the printer finishes starting up, and the printer is now in Standby.
  • Page 18: Loading And Printing On Rolls

    Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF685 • No paper is loaded Load paper. (See "Loading and Printing on Rolls.") (See "Loading and Printing on P.18 ➔ Sheets.") P.21 ➔ Turning the printer off • Never disconnect the printer's power supply or unplug it during a print job. This may damage the printer. Important Make sure no print jobs are in progress.
  • Page 19 iPF685 Loading and Printing on Rolls Turn the printer on. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") P.17 ➔ Load the roll on the Roll Holder. (See "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls.") P.338 ➔ Load the roll in the printer. (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") P.341 ➔...
  • Page 20 Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF685 Select the type of paper. (See "Changing the Type of Pa- per.") P.343 ➔ • If no barcode has been printed on the roll and you have set ManageRemainRoll to On, specify the roll length after the type of paper.
  • Page 21: Loading And Printing On Sheets

    iPF685 Loading and Printing on Sheets Loading and Printing on Sheets Loading and Printing on Sheets These are the basic steps for loading sheets and then printing. Follow the steps below to load and print on sheets. • For details on supported types and sizes of paper, see Paper Sizes or the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Paper Sizes.") (See "Types of Paper.") P.328...
  • Page 22: Printing In Windows

    Printing in Windows iPF685 Load the sheet. (See "Loading Sheets in the Print- er.") P.359 ➔ The printer now starts printing the print job. Printing in Windows Printing in Windows Print from the application menu. • We recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may interrupt the transfer of print data and affect printing quality.
  • Page 23: Printing From Mac Os

    iPF685 Printing from Mac OS • From the operating system menu (See "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu .") P.149 ➔ Printing from Mac OS Printing from Mac OS Print from the application menu after registering the printer. •...
  • Page 24: Canceling Print Jobs

    Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel iPF685 Canceling print jobs Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel ....................24 Canceling Print Jobs from Windows ......................... 25 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS ........................25 Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel To cancel printing or reception of print jobs, press the Stop button on the Control Panel.
  • Page 25: Canceling Print Jobs From Windows

    iPF685 Canceling Print Jobs from Windows Canceling Print Jobs from Windows Canceling Print Jobs from Windows In the printer window, you can cancel jobs that are being sent to the printer. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, you can cancel print jobs that have already been received by the printer or that are currently being printed.
  • Page 26 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS iPF685 Either click × for the job to cancel printing or select the job to cancel printing and then click Delete to de- lete the job. If there are no jobs to stop in the printer window (if sending the print data to the printer has finished), ei- ther click Settings, Utility, and then Open Printer Utility, or click Utility to open the imagePROGRAF...
  • Page 27: Pausing Printing

    iPF685 Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing During printing, if you set Pause Print in the Control Panel menu to On, printing is stopped at that point and the printer enters a state in which printing is paused. (See "Control Panel Display.") P.402 ➔...
  • Page 28 iPF685 User's Guide...
  • Page 29: Enhanced Printing Options

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Choosing Paper for Printing ..............30 Printing Photos and Office Documents ..........31 Printing CAD Drawings ............... 40 Adjusting Images ................48 Printing enlargements or reductions ........... 60 Printing at full size ................70 Borderless Printing ................
  • Page 30: Choosing Paper For Printing

    The appropriate media type differs between the case of genuine Canon paper or Canon feed confirmed pa- per and the case of paper other than Canon feed confirmed paper. Select the media type by following the descrip- tion below.
  • Page 31: Printing Photos And Office Documents

    • • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280 • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications .")
  • Page 32 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glos- sy Paper 2 280. In the Media Type, choose the type of paper used for printing, such as Glossy Paper, Canon Coated Paper, and so on.
  • Page 33: Printing Photos And Images (Mac Os)

    • • Paper: Roll paper • Paper type: Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280 • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. The configuration method varies depending on the •...
  • Page 34 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glos- sy Paper 2 280. Make sure the paper you select is loaded in the printer.
  • Page 35: Printing Office Documents

    iPF685 Printing Office Documents Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) is selected. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings ." P.250 ➔...
  • Page 36: Printing Office Documents (Mac Os)

    Printing Office Documents (Mac OS) iPF685 After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, click Office Document in the Print Target list. • You can check the settings values selected in the Print Target list by clicking View Settings. Note Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
  • Page 37 iPF685 Printing Office Documents (Mac OS) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page At- tributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 38: Using Posterartist To Compose Originals

    Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals iPF685 Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings ." P.250 ➔...
  • Page 39 iPF685 Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click in the Edit Using PosterArtist in the Page Layout list. • This function cannot be used with a 64-bit version OS. Note When you attempt to print, PosterArtist starts up and the PageCapture window is displayed.
  • Page 40: Printing Cad Drawings

    Printing CAD Drawings iPF685 Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings ............................. 40 Printing Line Drawings and Text ........................40 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows) ....................41 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS) ....................42 Printing from AutoCAD ............................. 44 Specifying Colors and Printing CAD Drawings ....................
  • Page 41: Printing Line Drawings And Text (Windows)

    iPF685 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows) The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution. Print Quality Description Highest A setting for printing at the highest resolution when quality is most important. Printing takes longer and consumes more ink than in other modes, but this mode offers superior printing quality.
  • Page 42: Printing Line Drawings And Text (Mac Os)

    Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS) iPF685 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A3. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
  • Page 43 iPF685 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page At- tributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 44: Printing From Autocad

    Printing from AutoCAD iPF685 Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width.
  • Page 45: Specifying Colors And Printing Cad Drawings

    Description Color (CAD) 1 Print in standard colors. Color (CAD) 2 Print with approximate colors emulating Canon iPF750, iPF755, iPF650, iPF655, iPF760, iPF765. Color (CAD) 3 Print with approximate colors emulating Canon iPF500, iPF600, iPF700, iPF510, iPF610, iPF710, iPF605, iPF720, iPF810, iPF820, iPF815, iPF825.
  • Page 46: Specifying Colors And Printing Cad Drawings (Windows)

    Specifying Colors and Printing CAD Drawings (Windows) iPF685 • If you have selected Color (CAD) 2, Color (CAD) 3, Color (CAD) 4, or Color (CAD) 5, it is not possible to match the colors and image quality produced by the specified printer exactly. Important For instructions on configuring Color Compatibility, refer to the following topics.
  • Page 47: Hp-Gl/2 Printing

    HP-GL/2 Printing HP-GL/2 Printing This printer supports printing using the original Canon GARO printer control language and printing using HP-GL/2 and HP RTL emulation to print in colors resembling the colors produced by printers from other companies. The printer automatically switches to the corresponding processing depending on whether a GARO or HP-GL/2 and HP RTL emulation job is received.
  • Page 48: Adjusting Images

    Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver iPF685 Adjusting Images Adjusting Images Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ......................48 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) .................. 49 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) ..................52 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing ...............
  • Page 49: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Windows)

    iPF685 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) • If No color correction is selected under Color Mode, the Matching cannot be changed. Important Matching Mode Description Remarks Driver Matching Mode Enables printing of optimal color tones You should normally select this mode. using a driver specific color profile.
  • Page 50 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF685 Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications .") P.148 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
  • Page 51 iPF685 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) Adjustment Item Description Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Yellow Adjust the gray tone. Choose cool black (tinged with blue), pure black (neutral), warm Gray Tone black (tinged with red), and so on.
  • Page 52: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Mac Os)

    Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) iPF685 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to fine- tune the color tone of photos before printing.
  • Page 53 iPF685 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Color in the Color Mode list. Click Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow.
  • Page 54: Giving Priority To Particular Graphic Elements And Colors For Printing

    Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing iPF685 Click OK to close the Color Settings dialog box. Access the Page Setup pane. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.252 ➔...
  • Page 55 iPF685 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution. Print Quality (*1) Description Print Priority Highest A setting for printing at the highest resolution Image when quality is most important.
  • Page 56: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Windows)

    Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) iPF685 Setting Item Description Reduce Print Unevenness (*1) Choose this option to counteract uneven printing. Unidirectional Printing Prints by suppressing color variations and misaligned ruled lines. However, this takes more time than regular printing. Economy Printing When this mode is selected, less ink is consumed than in regular printing, but the quality is diminished.
  • Page 57 iPF685 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Line Drawing/Text in the Print Priority list. Click High (1200dpi) in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. Note Click Color (CAD) in the Color Mode list.
  • Page 58: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Mac Os)

    Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) iPF685 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how print photographic images in monochrome.
  • Page 59 iPF685 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Click High (600dpi) in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. Note Click Monochrome in the Color Mode list.
  • Page 60: Printing Enlargements Or Reductions

    Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size iPF685 Printing enlargements or reductions Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size ....................... 60 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ................60 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ......................62 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ..................
  • Page 61 iPF685 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Print- er Driver Dialog Box from Applications .") P.148 ➔...
  • Page 62: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width

    Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width iPF685 Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.145 ➔ Note Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired.
  • Page 63: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os)

    iPF685 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the printing application in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
  • Page 64 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) iPF685 • Paper type: Plain Paper Roll paper width: 16 inches (406.4 mm) • Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using.
  • Page 65: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value

    iPF685 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, 16 in. (406.4mm) is selected.
  • Page 66: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value (Windows)

    Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) iPF685 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the following example.
  • Page 67: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value (Mac Os)

    iPF685 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click ISO A4 in the Paper Size list.
  • Page 68 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) iPF685 Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page At- tributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 69 iPF685 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm) is selected.
  • Page 70: Printing At Full Size

    Printing on Oversize Paper iPF685 Printing at full size Printing at full size Printing on Oversize Paper ..........................70 Printing at Full Size (Windows) ........................71 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) ........................72 Borderless Printing at Actual Size ........................74 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) ....................
  • Page 71: Printing At Full Size (Windows)

    iPF685 Printing at Full Size (Windows) • Printing at Full Size (Windows) P.71 ➔ Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) • P.72 ➔ Printing at Full Size (Windows) Printing at Full Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) •...
  • Page 72: Printing At Full Size (Mac Os)

    Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) iPF685 Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.145 ➔...
  • Page 73 iPF685 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 74: Borderless Printing At Actual Size

    Borderless Printing at Actual Size iPF685 Borderless Printing at Actual Size Borderless Printing at Actual Size Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos or images) without a surrounding margin, or border. In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the original.
  • Page 75: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Windows)

    P.148 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. •...
  • Page 76: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Mac Os)

    Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS) iPF685 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12".
  • Page 77 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS) • Paper: Roll Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box.
  • Page 78 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS) iPF685 In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. • When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere for borderless printing and the Cutter Unit...
  • Page 79: Borderless Printing

    iPF685 Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size Borderless Printing Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size ....................79 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ..........80 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ................82 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ............
  • Page 80: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Match The Paper Size (Windows)

    Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size. •...
  • Page 81 P.148 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. •...
  • Page 82: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width

    Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width iPF685 Select the Borderless Printing check box to dis- play the Information dialog box. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, click 10-in. Roll (254.0mm). Click OK to close the Information dialog box.
  • Page 83: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Windows)

    • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size.
  • Page 84 P.148 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. •...
  • Page 85: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os)

    • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) Paper: Roll • • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) User's Guide...
  • Page 86 In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size. Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. User's Guide...
  • Page 87 iPF685 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) Select the print target in the Print Target list. • When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere for borderless printing and the Cutter Unit touches printing surfaces that are not dry yet, it may damage the paper or the edge of the document that Important is cut, depending on frequency of use.
  • Page 88: Printing Banners Or At Other Non-Standard Sizes

    Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) iPF685 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) ................. 88 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) ............ 89 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing;...
  • Page 89: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows)

    iPF685 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) By automatic enlargement of a document created with an application software by the printer driver, you can print maximum 18.0 m vertical or horizontal banners.
  • Page 90 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF685 Close the printer driver dialog box. • Although you can even set Custom Size for the paper size, the maximum settable size is 3.2 m. The setting of Custom Size is disabled when you exit the application software. Note For more information, see "Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes ."...
  • Page 91 iPF685 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size you registered, My Horizontal Banner. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not displayed on the Page Setup sheet, clear the...
  • Page 92: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac Os)

    Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) iPF685 If printing is unsuccessful, you may be able to print after completing the following setting. On the Layout sheet, click Special Settings to display the Special Settings dialog box. In the FineZoom Settings list, click Yes. Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing;...
  • Page 93 iPF685 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the Printer list. Click Manage Custom Sizes in the Paper Size list to display the Custom Paper Sizes dialog box. Double-click Untitled in the list at left, and then enter a name for the page size you want to register.
  • Page 94 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) iPF685 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 95: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes

    iPF685 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes Confirm the print settings, and click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.252 ➔ Note Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes For printing on non-standard size paper, first register the paper size in the printer driver.
  • Page 96 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) iPF685 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, select from the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
  • Page 97 iPF685 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.145 ➔ Note Printing by using Custom Size This section describes how to print using Custom Size based on the following example. •...
  • Page 98: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac Os)

    Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) iPF685 Click Custom Size in the Page Size list to display the Custom Size Settings dialog box. Confirm that mm is selected in Units. Enter 430 (16.9 in) in both Width and Height. Click OK to close the Custom Size Settings dialog box.
  • Page 99 iPF685 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) In Paper Size, enter the height and width of the original. Here, enter 430 mm in Height and Width. In Non-Printable Area, enter 5 for the top and side margins and 23 for the bottom margin. Here, measure- ments are entered in millimeters.
  • Page 100 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) iPF685 Access the Page Setup pane. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.252 ➔...
  • Page 101: Tiling And Multiple Pages Per Sheet

    iPF685 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other ....................101 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) ................102 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS) ................103 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously ......................
  • Page 102: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Windows)

    Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) iPF685 • Free Layout (Mac OS) Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine originals from multiple files—even multiple source applications—in a single-page layout. For instructions on arranging originals from multiple applications, refer to the following topics. Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) •...
  • Page 103: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Mac Os)

    iPF685 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS) Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click Free Layout in the Page Layout list. When you attempt to print, the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed.
  • Page 104: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously

    Edit and rearrange the image in the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. • Without closing the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window, repeat steps 1 to 4 to arrange origi- nals from multiple applications on the same page. Note •...
  • Page 105: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows)

    iPF685 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows) • Banner Printing • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. • Important When using Banner Printing, some of the settings are disabled, including Borderless Printing, Enlarge/ Reduce Printing, and Layout.
  • Page 106: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac Os)

    Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS) iPF685 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Click Roll Paper Options to display the Roll Paper Op- tions dialog box. Select the Banner Printing check box.
  • Page 107 iPF685 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page At- tributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 108: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet

    Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet iPF685 Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the Paper Source list. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.252 ➔...
  • Page 109: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows)

    iPF685 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) For instructions on printing multiple pages per sheet, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your com- puter and operating system. Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) • P.109 ➔ Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) •...
  • Page 110: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac Os)

    Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) iPF685 Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box.
  • Page 111 iPF685 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page At- tributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 112 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) iPF685 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 113: Printing Posters In Sections

    iPF685 Printing Posters in Sections Printing Posters in Sections Printing Posters in Sections You can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assembling the printed sheets, you can create a poster larger than the maximum supported paper size of the printer. •...
  • Page 114 Printing Large Posters (Windows) iPF685 Click Poster in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A2. Click Manual in the Paper Source list.
  • Page 115: Centering Originals

    iPF685 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls Centering originals Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls ........................ 115 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) ..................115 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) ................... 117 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets ......................119 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) ..................
  • Page 116 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) iPF685 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
  • Page 117: Printing Originals Centered On Rolls (Mac Os)

    iPF685 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.145 ➔ Note Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example.
  • Page 118 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) iPF685 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 119: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets

    iPF685 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets Printing Originals Centered on Sheets Printing Originals Centered on Sheets You can print originals centered on a page—for example, if the paper is larger than the original, or if you are reduc- ing the original. •...
  • Page 120: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets (Mac Os)

    Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) iPF685 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box.
  • Page 121 iPF685 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) • Paper: Sheets Paper type: Plain Paper • • Paper size: Non-standard Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using.
  • Page 122 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) iPF685 Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
  • Page 123: Conserving Roll Paper

    iPF685 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees Conserving roll paper Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees ................123 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows) ............123 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) ............124 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins ..........
  • Page 124: Conserving Roll Paper By Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac Os)

    Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) iPF685 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
  • Page 125 iPF685 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) This example illustrates how to rotate an A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) original in portrait orientation 90 degrees to fit within the width of A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]), which enables you to conserve paper. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box.
  • Page 126: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins

    Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins iPF685 Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width.
  • Page 127: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Windows)

    iPF685 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) • Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) P.128 ➔ Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper when printing originals that have a top and bottom margin, based on the following example.
  • Page 128: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Mac Os)

    Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) iPF685 Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper) check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. •...
  • Page 129 iPF685 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Access the Page Setup pane.
  • Page 130: Checking The Layout In A Preview Before Printing

    Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing iPF685 Checking Images Before Printing Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing You can check the print layout on the preview screen. Open Preview When Print Job Starts (Windows) •...
  • Page 131: Other Useful Settings

    iPF685 Printing With Watermarks Other useful settings Other useful settings Printing With Watermarks ..........................131 Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) ............132 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation ................133 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) ............ 134 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) ............
  • Page 132: Printing With Watermarks-Copy, File Copy, And So On (Windows)

    Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) iPF685 • Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) P.132 ➔ Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) This topic describes how to print with watermarks, based on the following example of printing with a FILE COPY watermark.
  • Page 133: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation

    iPF685 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Watermark check box.
  • Page 134: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Windows)

    Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) iPF685 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) This topic describes how to print an original in landscape orientation after matching the paper orientation, based on the following example.
  • Page 135: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Mac Os)

    iPF685 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.145 ➔...
  • Page 136 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) iPF685 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 137: Using Favorites

    iPF685 Using Favorites Using Favorites Using Favorites You can register print settings as Favorites to reuse settings from a particular job that met your expectations, or settings for a particular page size that you will use repeatedly. • Favorites Registering a favorite for later use. You can choose the settings you have registered from a list before printing, and you can check the settings details.
  • Page 138: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac Os)

    Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) iPF685 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Click Roll Paper Options to display the Roll Paper Op- tions dialog box.
  • Page 139 iPF685 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page At- tributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 140 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) iPF685 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Set to display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box. To enable automatic cutting, click Printer Default in the Automatic Cutting list.
  • Page 141: Windows Software

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Printer Driver ..................142 Preview ....................172 Free Layout ..................182 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ......... 203 Print Plug-In for Office ............... 212 Status Monitor ................468 ➔ Accounting .................. 472 ➔...
  • Page 142: Printer Driver

    Printer Driver Settings iPF685 Printer Driver Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ............................ 142 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ......................144 Confirming Print Settings ..........................145 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................145 Using Favorites .............................. 146 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................
  • Page 143 iPF685 Printer Driver Settings • Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box P.154 ➔ View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application • P.155 ➔ Color Adjustment Sheet: Color • P.156 ➔ • Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color P.157 ➔ • Matching Sheet P.157 ➔...
  • Page 144: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver

    Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver iPF685 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. • Always specify the same type and size of paper in the printer menu and printer driver. Important Choose Print in the application menu.
  • Page 145: Confirming Print Settings

    iPF685 Confirming Print Settings • A variety of settings are available in the printer driver to suit different printing applications. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings ." P.142 ➔ Note Confirming Print Settings Confirming Print Settings There are two ways to confirm the print settings, as follows.
  • Page 146: Using Favorites

    Using Favorites iPF685 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. Select the Open Preview When Print Job Starts check box. After you click OK, when you print a job, the image- PROGRAF Preview window will be displayed. • If PageComposer is running, access the Special Settings dialog box from the Layout sheet and clear Preview Switching.
  • Page 147 iPF685 Using Favorites Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. Click Add to display the Add dialog box. Enter a desired name in Name, such as Photos for Presentations or Monthly Report. Choose a fitting icon for these print settings in the Icon list. In Comment, enter a description of the favorite to be added, as desired.
  • Page 148: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications

    Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications iPF685 Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. In the Favorites, choose the favorite you registered. • To import a favorite, click Import and specify the favorite file. Note Click Apply Favorite to replace the favorite settings with the current print settings.
  • Page 149: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From The Operating System Menu

    iPF685 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the print- er driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. • The titles of dialog boxes may vary depending on the application, and sheets other than these six sheets may be displayed.
  • Page 150: Main Sheet

    Main Sheet iPF685 Click Printing Preferences to display the Main(or Printing Preferences) dialog box, titled with the name of this printer. • The Device Settings sheet is also an extension of the printer driver. (See "Device Settings Sheet .") P.171 ➔...
  • Page 151 iPF685 Main Sheet Common Items • Media Type Select the type of paper. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Dis- playing the Paper Reference Guide.") P.331 ➔ • Get Information Displays Paper Information on Printer.
  • Page 152 Main Sheet iPF685 Configuration using Easy Settings • Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. • Printing Photos and Images P.31 ➔ • Printing Line Drawings and Text P.40 ➔ Printing Office Documents • P.35 ➔...
  • Page 153: Paper Information On Printer Dialog Box

    iPF685 Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box • Highest quality When the check box is selected, printing is performing focusing on quality. Printing takes longer and consumes more ink than in other modes, but this mode offers superior printing quality. •...
  • Page 154: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box

    Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF685 • To display the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, on the Main sheet, click Get Information by Media Type. (See "Main Sheet .") P.150 ➔ Note • Paper Source Shows the paper source supported by the printer, as well as information about the loaded paper. To update the paper source and media type settings in the printer driver, select the desired Paper Source option and click Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box...
  • Page 155: View Settings Dialog Box For The Printing Application

    iPF685 View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application Roll Paper Margin for Safety You can specify the length of a margin on the leading edge of paper to ensure that paper susceptible to curling is held firmly against the Platen. •...
  • Page 156: Color Adjustment Sheet: Color

    Color Adjustment Sheet: Color iPF685 • Details Here, you can confirm detailed settings values for each listed item for the selected Print Target. Color Adjustment Sheet: Color Color Adjustment Sheet: Color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment sheet. •...
  • Page 157: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color

    iPF685 Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color • Defaults Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver." P.48 ➔ Note Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to.
  • Page 158 Matching Sheet iPF685 Driver Matching Mode The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. • Matching Mode Select the color matching mode to use, as desired. Normally, select Driver Matching Mode. For color matching based on ICC profiles, select ICC Matching Mode or Host ICM Mode, depending on your color matching system.
  • Page 159: Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome

    Specify the printer profile as desired. Normally, select Auto Settings. We recommend that you select an ICC profile created using commercially available profile creation software in order to perform color management accurately on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper.
  • Page 160: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome

    Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome iPF685 • Brightness Adjust the overall image brightness as desired. You can adjust the brightness if the printed document is lighter or darker than the original image (that is, the original photo that was scanned or the original graphic as it ap- pears on the computer screen).
  • Page 161: Page Setup Sheet

    iPF685 Page Setup Sheet Page Setup Sheet Page Setup Sheet The following settings are available on the Page Setup sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driv- er help file. • Page Size Select the page size as specified in the source application. For details on available page sizes, see "Paper Sizes."...
  • Page 162 Page Setup Sheet iPF685 • Enlarged/Reduced Printing Choose from the following options when this setting is activated. • Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size P.60 ➔ • Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width P.62 ➔ Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value •...
  • Page 163: Output Method Dialog Box

    iPF685 Output Method Dialog box • Output Method Click to display the Output Method dialog box, which enables you to complete the Output Method and Name of data to be saved settings. Output Method Dialog box • P.163 ➔ • Size Options Click to display the Paper Size Options dialog box, which enables you to register additional paper sizes or select the size system for use.
  • Page 164: Paper Size Options Dialog Box

    Paper Size Options Dialog Box iPF685 Paper Size Options Dialog Box Paper Size Options Dialog Box In the Paper Size Options dialog box, you can create and register your own Custom Paper Size. The sizes you define are listed with standard paper sizes for selection later as needed. •...
  • Page 165: Layout Sheet

    iPF685 Layout Sheet Layout Sheet Layout Sheet The following settings are available on the Layout sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • Page Layout Activate this setting to select a particular page layout. Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet •...
  • Page 166: Page Options Dialog Box

    Page Options Dialog Box iPF685 Activate this option to print pages in reverse order. • Page Options Click to display the Page Options dialog box, which enables you to complete settings for printing the user name, date, or page number in the header or footer. •...
  • Page 167: Special Settings Dialog Box

    iPF685 Special Settings Dialog Box • If you specify the same position for multiple items, the items are printed from left to right in this order: date, user name, and page number. Note • When you print multiple pages per sheet using Page Layout Printing or similar functions, these items will be printed for each page.
  • Page 168: Favorites Sheet

    Favorites Sheet iPF685 • Adjust faint lines Turn this off to obtain expected results when fine lines have been printed in a color different from other dia- grams and illustrations. However, lines in some colors may appear broken. Favorites Sheet Favorites Sheet The following settings are available on the Favorites sheet.
  • Page 169: Utility Sheet

    iPF685 Utility Sheet • Click to display the Add dialog box, which enables you to add the current print settings as a favorite. • Import Click to display the Open dialog box, which enables you to import favorite settings saved as a file. •...
  • Page 170: Support Sheet

    On the Support sheet, you can view support information and the user's manual. • Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can find the latest information on the printer and con- sumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information. •...
  • Page 171: Device Settings Sheet

    iPF685 Device Settings Sheet Device Settings Sheet Device Settings Sheet Many settings items on the printer properties sheets are controlled by Windows applications. However, the Device Settings sheet is for configuring the printer, and it is an extension of the printer driver. The following settings are available on the Device Settings sheet.
  • Page 172: Preview

    The Features of Preview iPF685 Preview Preview The Features of Preview ..........................172 Starting Preview ............................. 172 Preview Main Window ............................ 173 Dialog Area ..............................175 Enlarge/Reduce the screen display ......................... 176 Moving a Page ............................... 176 Using the ruler ..............................176 Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees ......................
  • Page 173: Preview Main Window

    iPF685 Preview Main Window On the Print dialog box in the apllication software, click the Print button. Preview main window is displayed. Preview Main Window Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, preview and dialog area and status bar. •...
  • Page 174 Preview Main Window iPF685 • Preview Area You can check the settings you made in this area. Dialog Area • This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. For more information about Dialog Area, see "Dialog Area." P.175 ➔...
  • Page 175: Dialog Area

    iPF685 Dialog Area Dialog Area Dialog Area You can select the layout and print on the center. • Media Type/Paper Source/Paper Size You can confirm the information that is set. • Layout Selection You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout. For more information about Layout Selection, see "Printing with Selecting the Layout."...
  • Page 176: Enlarge/Reduce The Screen Display

    Enlarge/Reduce the screen display iPF685 • Update Printer Information Button Click the button to update the printer information with connecting to the printer. Status Monitor Button • Click the button to start Status Monitor. Enlarge/Reduce the screen display Enlarge/Reduce the screen display You can enlarge or reduce the screen display when you select Zoom from the View menu.
  • Page 177: Priority Setting For Rotating 90 Degrees

    iPF685 Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees Setting Details Rotate 90 Degrees If Possible Rotates pages in portrait orientation 90 degrees before printing. Pages are only rotated if they can fit lengthwise across the roll. Use Driver Settings Follows printer driver settings when determining whether to rotate pages. Selecting Rotate 90 Degrees If Possible or Placing a checkmark for Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) on the printer driver Selecting Use Driver Settings...
  • Page 178: Printing With Selecting The Layout

    Printing with Selecting the Layout iPF685 Printing with Selecting the Layout Printing with Selecting the Layout You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout. In Layout Selection, click the layout button to use. Button Details Upper Button Turn at the position of Right Button Turn at the position of Left Button...
  • Page 179 iPF685 Printing with Selecting the Layout • Right Button or Left Button can be selected only when the rotated pages can fit lengthwise across the roll. Note • By clicking Right Button or Left Button, you can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper.
  • Page 180: Print On The Center

    Print on the Center iPF685 Print on the Center Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. Click the Center Originals Across Roll check box on. Click the Print button. Printing on the center begins. •...
  • Page 181: Not Print Spaces At The Top/Bottom

    iPF685 Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom You can save paper on not to feed roll paper for the empty spaces when the print data contains spaces at the top or bottom.
  • Page 182: Free Layout

    The Features of Free Layout iPF685 Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ........................... 182 Starting Free Layout ............................182 Free Layout Main Window ..........................184 Detailed Settings ............................185 Preferences Dialog Box ..........................185 Page Options Dialog Box ..........................186 Zoom Dialog Box ............................
  • Page 183 iPF685 Starting Free Layout From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. • Normally, select Print from the File menu. Note From the list, select the printer and select the Layout sheet.
  • Page 184: Free Layout Main Window

    Free Layout Main Window iPF685 Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and status bar. • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool and status bar. Note •...
  • Page 185: Detailed Settings

    iPF685 Detailed Settings • Status Bar This shows the paper size, unit of length, and number of objects. Detailed Settings Detailed Settings The printer driver opens when you select Detailed Settings from the File menu. The printer driver is used to con- figure basic settings to match the type of media loaded in the printer.
  • Page 186: Page Options Dialog Box

    Page Options Dialog Box iPF685 • You can input between 10.0 and 200.0(mm) (between 0.39 and 7.88(inch)). • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Divisions You can change the number of divisions of grid lines so that they serve as a guide to laying out objects. •...
  • Page 187: Zoom Dialog Box

    iPF685 Zoom Dialog Box The following settings are available for roll paper length. Setting Details Auto Settings The one-page length to be printed on roll paper is automatically set so that the laid-out objects are printed on one page. Manual Settings You can input the length of one page to print on roll paper in numerical characters.
  • Page 188: Format Dialog Box

    Format Dialog Box iPF685 Format Dialog Box Format Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Format from the Object menu after you select an object. Size Sheet You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format. Note •...
  • Page 189: Laying Out A Multiple-File Document On One Page

    iPF685 Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page Position Sheet You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format. Note • Object Position You can move the object position by changing the values. Setting Details Vertical Pos...
  • Page 190 Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page iPF685 Click Properties to open the Properties dialog box. In the Page Setup sheet, select Paper Source. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list.
  • Page 191: Laying Out A Document Created With Multiple Application Programs On One Page

    iPF685 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page In the Print dialog box, select the pages to print and the number of copies, and click the OK button. Free Layout starts, laying out the document created with application software in the layout area as an ob- ject.
  • Page 192 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF685 Click Properties to open the Properties dialog box. In the Page Setup sheet, select Paper Source. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list.
  • Page 193: Selecting An Object

    iPF685 Selecting an Object In the Print dialog box, select the pages to print and the number of copies, and click the OK button. Free Layout starts, laying out the document created with application software in the layout area as an ob- ject.
  • Page 194: Changing The Object Size

    Changing the Object Size iPF685 • To select an object, click that object. • Note To select multiple successive objects, click them while holding down the Shift key. • To select multiple arbitrary objects, click them while holding down the Ctrl key. •...
  • Page 195: Rotating An Object

    iPF685 Rotating an Object Place the pointer inside the selection box of the ob- ject to show the crosshair handle, and drag it to move the object. Alternatively, you can move the Object Position by changing the values in Vertical Pos, Horizontal Pos and Page Pos in the Format Dialog Box P.188 ➔...
  • Page 196 Aligning Objects iPF685 Click the align button from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may select the align menu from the Object menu. • Align Top Lays out the objects, justifying them to the top. • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the verti- cal center.
  • Page 197: Changing The Object Overlapping Order

    iPF685 Changing the Object Overlapping Order • Center Horizontally Lays out the objects, justifying them to the hori- zontal center. • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order.
  • Page 198: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object

    Pasting a Copied or Cut Object iPF685 • Send to Back Moves the object to the backmost position. • Bring Forward Moves the object one position to the front. • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar.
  • Page 199: Folded Duplex Window

    iPF685 Folded Duplex Window Folded Duplex Window Folded Duplex Window This window is displayed if you select Folded Duplex from the Edit menu after selecting an object. Using the Fol- ded Duplex function allows you to print with fold lines added. The Folded Duplex window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and status bar.
  • Page 200: Finished Size Settings Dialog Box

    Finished Size Settings Dialog Box iPF685 • Layout Area This allows you to check the arrangement and orientation of objects. Status Bar • This shows the paper source, roll paper width, and output size. Finished Size Settings Dialog Box Finished Size Settings Dialog Box This dialog box is displayed when you select Finished Size Settings from the Edit menu.
  • Page 201: Binding Settings Dialog Box

    iPF685 Binding Settings Dialog Box Binding Settings Dialog Box Binding Settings Dialog Box This is displayed when you select Binding Settings from theEdit menu. This allows you to configure the binding edge settings. • Binding Edge Configures the binding edge when folding paper. The following settings are available for the binding edge.
  • Page 202 Prints using Folded Duplex iPF685 Select Folded Duplex from the Edit menu of Free Layout. Open the Folded Duplex window and arrange the selected objects in the layout area. Open the Finished Size Settings dialog box from the Edit menu. Select Fit Roll Paper Width orSpecify Folded Size in Finished Size.
  • Page 203: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy

    iPF685 The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ................203 Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ..................203 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box ..................204 Hot Folder ..............................
  • Page 204: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box

    Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box iPF685 The Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dia- log box displays. • If you click on the Add to Startup folder check box in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, the icon of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility will appear on the task bar when starting Windows Note thereafter.
  • Page 205: Hot Folder

    iPF685 Hot Folder • Hot Folder The hot folder list appears. Add Button • Click the button to open the Easy Setup Wizard dialog box so that you can add a hot folder. • Edit Button From the Hot Folder list, select a hot folder and click the button to open the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box that allows you to edit the hot folder.
  • Page 206 Creating a New Hot Folder iPF685 The Easy Setup Wizard dialog box displays. Click the Next button. Select the type of printer to use. Click the Next button. Select the media type to print. • If the Borderless Printing checkbox is checked, only media types that can be used for borderless print- ing are displayed in the list.
  • Page 207 iPF685 Creating a New Hot Folder Select roll paper or cut sheet to print. Also, select the media size to print. Click the Next button. Select the color matching method. Click the Next button. To receive a document scanned with the Color imageRUNNER, you need to share a folder. Enter the folder shared name in Shared Name.
  • Page 208: Specifying An Existing Shared Folder As A Hot Folder

    Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder iPF685 Click Finish button to close the Easy Setup Wizard dialog box. The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy dialog box. Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder Share the folder you want to specify as a hot folder.
  • Page 209 iPF685 Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder The Easy Setup Wizard dialog box displays. Click the Manual Settings button. The Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box displays. Enter the hot folder name in Name. Click the Browse botton, with selecting Specify a folder, to set the existing shared folder.
  • Page 210: Setting The Print Parameters

    Setting the Print Parameters iPF685 As necessary, set the print conditions in the hot fold- er. (See "Setting the Print Parameters.") P.210 ➔ Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Fold- er dialog box. The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy dialog box.
  • Page 211: Printing Enlargements Of Scanned Originals From A Color Imagerunner

    iPF685 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER • The only three sheets displayed are the Main sheet, the Page Setup sheet, and the Layout sheet. Some of the printer driver settings may be disabled. Note • Apply Sharpness Place a checkmark here to set the sharpness.
  • Page 212: Print Plug-In For Office

    Print Plug-In for Officefeatures iPF685 Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Officefeatures ........................212 Steps to install ..............................212 Steps to uninstall ............................215 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed ....................215 To start from Microsoft Word .......................... 218 Print Matching Roll Width(Word) ........................
  • Page 213 iPF685 Steps to install Insert "User Software CD-ROM" into the CD-ROM drive and start the installer. • If the installer screen does not appear automatically, open the CD-ROM drive icon of your computer and double-click the iPFInst.exe icon. Note Click the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In button. Click the Nextbutton.
  • Page 214 The installation for Print Plug-In for Office is com- plete. • When you install this software, the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn may be installed. If you want to use this software, do not uninstall the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn. Important •...
  • Page 215: Steps To Uninstall

    iPF685 Steps to uninstall Steps to uninstall Steps to uninstall Below are the steps to uninstall Print Plug-In for Office. If Microsoft Office is open, close it. Select Control Panel from the start menu. Open Add or Remove Programs. Select imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In, and click the Remove button.
  • Page 216 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed iPF685 • For Microsoft Office 2010 or later Select Options from the File menu. From the list on the left side of the <application name> options dialog box, select Add-ins. Select Disabled Items in the Manage combo box and click the Go button.
  • Page 217 iPF685 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed Click the Office button and then click the <applica- tion name> options button. From the list on the left side of the <application name> options dialog box, select Add-ins. Select Disabled Items in the Manage combo box and click the Go button.
  • Page 218: To Start From Microsoft Word

    To start from Microsoft Word iPF685 Click About <application name> in the Help menu of application. Click the Disabled Items button in the About <appli- cation name> dialog box. If Addin imageprograf print plug-in (ipfaddinif.dll) is dis- played in the Disabled Items dialog box, select it and click the Enable button.
  • Page 219 iPF685 To start from Microsoft Word Check that the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ ribbon is displayed. Click the buttons on the toolbar/ribbon according to the items you want to set. Icon Contents Displays the About, Help, and Special Settings dialog boxes. You can change the settings using the Special Settings dialog box.
  • Page 220: Print Matching Roll Width(Word)

    Print Matching Roll Width(Word) iPF685 Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Large-Format Printing Wizard is open, close the Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to Important change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 221 iPF685 Print Matching Roll Width(Word) Click Print Matching Roll Width. Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select image size. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages.
  • Page 222: Borderless Printing(Word)

    Borderless Printing(Word) iPF685 Borderless Printing(Word) Borderless Printing(Word) Prints up to the border of the media. Photos and posters can be printed without worrying about margins. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 223 iPF685 Borderless Printing(Word) Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. •...
  • Page 224: Multi-Page Printing(Word)

    Multi-Page Printing(Word) iPF685 Multi-Page Printing(Word) Multi-Page Printing(Word) Prints multiple pages as one page. You can print handouts into a single page, or print matter with many pages. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 225: Register The Settings (Word)

    iPF685 Register the settings (Word) Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 226: Print Using Registered Settings(Word)

    Print Using Registered Settings(Word) iPF685 Click the One-Touch Registration button. Enter name in Name. Up to 31 characters can be entered. Click . The name you entered is displayed in Registered Settings. Click OK, and return to the Print screen. Click Print to print, and click Cancel to cancel the print.
  • Page 227 iPF685 Print Using Registered Settings(Word) Click Print Using Registered Settings. Click the Nextbutton. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, or Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 228: Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word)

    Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) iPF685 Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) Print to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, or print the Landscape or Portrait Orien- tation Page Sizes made in the Large-Format Printing Wizard. Create Page Size in Portrait or Landscape Orientation.
  • Page 229: To Start From Microsoft Powerpoint

    iPF685 To start from Microsoft PowerPoint Adjust Length from the list-box or slide-bar. Click the Create Page button. ClickOK if the message is displayed. Edit and create the document. • Printing is done in Print Matching Roll Width of the Printing Wizard. For details on Print Matching Roll Width, see "Print Matching Roll Width(Word)."...
  • Page 230 To start from Microsoft PowerPoint iPF685 Icon Contents Large-Format Wizard is displayed. Settings for Portrait or Landscape Orientation can be set. Paper Settings Button Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
  • Page 231: Print Matching Roll Width(Powerpoint)

    iPF685 Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) Prints to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, and also print Portrait and Landscape orientations made in Large-Format Printing Wizard. Start Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Page 232: Borderless Printing(Powerpoint)

    Borderless Printing(PowerPoint) iPF685 Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 233 iPF685 Borderless Printing(PowerPoint) Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the tool- Important bar/ribbon.
  • Page 234: Multi-Page Printing(Powerpoint)

    Multi-Page Printing(PowerPoint) iPF685 Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. •...
  • Page 235 iPF685 Multi-Page Printing(PowerPoint) Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the tool- Important bar/ribbon.
  • Page 236: Register The Settings (Powerpoint)

    Register the settings (PowerPoint) iPF685 Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 237: Print Using Registered Settings(Powerpoint)

    iPF685 Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) Prints using the registered settings. Start Microsoft PowerPoint. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. •...
  • Page 238: Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Powerpoint)

    Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(PowerPoint) iPF685 Click the Nextbutton. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 239 iPF685 Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(PowerPoint) Click Paper Settings from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Large-Format Printing Wizard is open, close the Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to Important change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 240: To Start From Microsoft Excel

    To start from Microsoft Excel iPF685 Edit and create the document. • The layout may collapse if you create a form using existing data. If that is the case, modify the data again. Important • Printing is done in Print Matching Roll Width of the Printing Wizard. For details on Print Matching Roll Width, see "Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint)."...
  • Page 241: Print Entire Sheet(Excel)

    iPF685 Print Entire Sheet(Excel) • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the tool- Important bar/ribbon.
  • Page 242 Print Entire Sheet(Excel) iPF685 The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Click Print Entire Sheet. A message will appear informing you that analysis is in progress. The Layout menu will appear automatically. • If data analysis requires time, a message dialog will appear. If you select No, you will return to the applica- tion.
  • Page 243: Print Selected Area(Excel)

    iPF685 Print Selected Area(Excel) To configure Binding, click the Binding Settings button. Refer to "Configuring Binding (Excel)" for details on the procedure for configuring Binding. P.246 ➔ Select Next. Select Media Type. Enter Copies. If the upper and lower margins are too wide, check No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper). The upper and lower margins can be checked in Print Preview.
  • Page 244 Print Selected Area(Excel) iPF685 If a print area is set, a confirmation message dialog box will appear. To print the selected area, cancel the setting of the print area. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Click Print Selected Area. •...
  • Page 245 iPF685 Print Selected Area(Excel) The Layout menu will appear automatically. • If the range selected in Excel 2007 or later is too large, it will not be possible to analyze the data. Select a smaller range and then run the analysis. Important •...
  • Page 246: Configuring Binding (Excel)

    Configuring Binding (Excel) iPF685 If the upper and lower margins are too wide, check No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper). The upper and lower margins can be checked in Print Preview. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 247: Configuring Special Settings

    iPF685 Configuring Special Settings Click the OK button. Return to the Layout screen. Check that the Binding settings are applied in the preview screen. Configure the settings in the Printing Wizard dialog box. Configuring Special Settings Configuring Special Settings You can configure Special Settings from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar. Click imagePROGRAF in the toolbar, and select Special Settings.
  • Page 248 iPF685 User's Guide...
  • Page 249: Mac Os Software

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Printer Driver ..................250 Preview ....................268 Free Layout ..................289 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ......... 312 Printmonitor ................. 470 ➔ Media Configuration Tool ............383 ➔...
  • Page 250: Printer Driver

    Printer Driver Settings iPF685 Printer Driver Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ............................ 250 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ......................251 Confirming Print Settings ..........................252 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................253 Using Favorites .............................. 253 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................
  • Page 251: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver

    iPF685 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver • Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome P.265 ➔ • Page Setup Pane P.265 ➔ You can specify the page size of the original, borderless printing, enlargement or reduction, the orientation, the paper size and source, and automatic cutting. •...
  • Page 252: Confirming Print Settings

    Confirming Print Settings iPF685 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Access the Page Setup pane. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If Roll Paper is selected in Paper Source, select the width of the roll paper that is loaded in Roll Width.
  • Page 253: Checking The Layout In A Preview Before Printing

    Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview function. Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane.
  • Page 254: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications

    Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications iPF685 • In the printing dialog box, click Save As in the Presets list to save the current print settings. This is a standard feature of the operating system. For details, refer to the Mac OS documentation. Note Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications...
  • Page 255 iPF685 Main Pane Common Items • Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Dis- playing the Paper Reference Guide.") P.331 ➔ • Displays Paper Detailed Settings. You can configure the printing settings to match the type of media, such as the ink drying time.
  • Page 256 Main Pane iPF685 Configuration using Easy Settings • Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Printing Photos and Images • P.31 ➔ • Printing Office Documents P.35 ➔ • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. •...
  • Page 257 iPF685 Main Pane • Print Priority Choose the graphic elements that you want to emphasize for printing. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing P.54 ➔ • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing P.54 ➔...
  • Page 258: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box

    Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF685 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • To display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Set by Media Type. (See "Main Pane .") P.254 ➔...
  • Page 259 iPF685 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box Roll Paper Margin for Safety You can specify the length of a margin on the leading edge of paper to ensure that paper susceptible to curling is held firmly against the Platen. • Near End Margin Specify the length of the Near End Margin (the leading edge margin) of the roll, as needed.
  • Page 260: View Set. Dialog Box For The Printing Application

    View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application iPF685 View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application In the View set. dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. •...
  • Page 261 iPF685 Matching pane Driver Matching Mode The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. • Matching Mode Select the color matching mode to use, as desired. Normally, select Driver Matching Mode. For color matching based on ICC profiles, select ICC Matching Mode depending on your color matching system.
  • Page 262: Color Settings Pane: Color

    Specify the printer profile as desired. We recommend that you select an ICC profile created using commercially available profile creation software in order to perform color management accurately on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper. The created ICC profile needs to be saved in the following folder on the computer you are using.
  • Page 263: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color

    iPF685 Object Adjustment dialog box: Color • Gray Tone Adjust the color tone of grays as desired. Choose Cool (tinged with blue) or Warm (tinged with red). • Brightness Adjust the overall image brightness as desired. You can adjust the brightness if the printed document is lighter or darker than the original image (that is, the original photo that was scanned or the original graphic as it ap- pears on the computer screen).
  • Page 264: Color Settings Pane: Monochrome

    Color Settings Pane: Monochrome iPF685 Color Settings Pane: Monochrome Color Settings Pane: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. • To display the Color Adjustment pane, on the Main pane, click Color Settings in Advanced Settings. (See "Main Pane .") P.254 ➔...
  • Page 265: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome

    iPF685 Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color adjustment to. •...
  • Page 266: Additional Settings Pane

    Additional Settings Pane iPF685 • Enlarged/Reduced Printing Select this checkbox to choose the following options. • Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width P.62 ➔ Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value • P.65 ➔ • Fit Roll Paper Width Resizes the document image to match the roll width.
  • Page 267 iPF685 Additional Settings Pane • Print after reception is complete You can prevent degradation of print quality that occurs when receiving a print job is interrupted and printing is aborted in the middle. User's Guide...
  • Page 268: Preview

    The Features of Preview iPF685 Preview Preview The Features of Preview ..........................268 Starting Preview ............................. 268 Preview Main Window ............................ 270 Paper Settings Panel ............................272 Easy Settings ............................273 Advanced Settings ............................ 274 Output Settings Panel ............................ 275 Color Settings Panel ............................
  • Page 269 iPF685 Starting Preview Click the Print button in the Print dialog box. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note Preview main window is displayed. User's Guide...
  • Page 270: Preview Main Window

    Preview Main Window iPF685 Preview Main Window Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, and preview, dialog , drawer and status area. • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool bar. Note Menu Bar •...
  • Page 271 iPF685 Preview Main Window • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. • Drawer Area This allows you to display the thumbnails of a document. This area appears when you click Drawer from the tool bar. Alternatively, you may select Drawer from the View menu.
  • Page 272: Paper Settings Panel

    Paper Settings Panel iPF685 Paper Settings Panel Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
  • Page 273: Easy Settings

    iPF685 Easy Settings • Restore Defaults Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Preview. Print Button • Click the button to begin printing. • Update Printer Info. Button Click the button to acquire printer information. Easy Settings Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that match- es the content of the document.
  • Page 274: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings iPF685 • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type. Note • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed. The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations. Setting Details Print Quality...
  • Page 275: Output Settings Panel

    iPF685 Output Settings Panel • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type. Note • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed. The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations. Setting Details Print Quality...
  • Page 276 Output Settings Panel iPF685 Setting Details Scaling Enlarges/reduces the whole page by the scaling rate as specified. Input the scaling value in numerical characters. You can specify a range between 5 and 600%. *You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. *Although Scaling can be set to make the image larger than the media size, the part that does not fit in the media cannot be printed.
  • Page 277: Color Settings Panel

    iPF685 Color Settings Panel Color Settings Panel Color Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Color Settings in the dialog area. • Color Mode You can select a color mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Color Enables color printing. Monochrome Disables color printing and converts image from continuous color to grayscaled mono- chrome.
  • Page 278: Color Adjustment

    Color Adjustment iPF685 • Print Button Click the button to begin printing. Update Printer Info. Button • Click the button to acquire printer information. Color Adjustment Color Adjustment You can set the color adjustment. Adjusting Color Normally colors should be adjusted in the software application, but if you see colors in the printout that do not match colors on the screen, you can perform color adjustments.
  • Page 279: Matching

    iPF685 Matching • You can also click the up or down arrow, or enter the number directly to increase or decrease the value. Note Adjusting Monochrome Use the monochrome setting to print monochrome images of color photographs captured with a scanner or digital camera or other color images.
  • Page 280: Matching Method

    Matching iPF685 • Matching Mode You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Driver Matching Mode Enables printing of optimal color tones using a driver specific color profile. You should nor- P.281 ➔ mally select this mode. ICC Matching Mode Enables color matching using ICC profiles.
  • Page 281: Driver Matching Mode

    iPF685 Driver Matching Mode • You can select only after ICC Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note • Soft Proof When you place a checkmark here, ColorSync applies to the preview area. • You can select only after ColorSync has been selected in Matching Mode. Note Driver Matching Mode Driver Matching Mode...
  • Page 282: Icc Matching Mode

    ICC Matching Mode iPF685 ICC Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a feature.
  • Page 283: Colorsync

    iPF685 ColorSync ColorSync ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. To apply ColorSync to previews, check the Soft Proof check box. Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu. You can set the preferences for Preview.
  • Page 284: Go To Page Dialog Box

    Go to Page Dialog Box iPF685 • You can input between 10 and 400. • You can change the numbers by clicking ▼ button. Note Go to Page Dialog Box Go to Page Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Go to Page from the View menu. •...
  • Page 285: Print On The Center

    iPF685 Print on the Center Print on the Center Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. • This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in Borderless Printing. Note On the Output Settings Panel , click the Print P.275...
  • Page 286: Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees

    Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees iPF685 Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees You can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper. On the Paper Settings Panel , select Roll Paper in Paper Source. P.272 ➔...
  • Page 287: Display With Actual Size

    iPF685 Display with Actual Size All is displayed. Display with Actual Size Display with Actual Size In the preview area, you can display the actual size. Select Actual Size from the tool bar. Actual size is displayed. Moving a Page Moving a Page You can move a page to display in the preview area.
  • Page 288 Moving a Page iPF685 The target page appears. • You can also move a page by clicking the page on the thumbnails. Note User's Guide...
  • Page 289: Free Layout

    iPF685 The Features of Free Layout Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ........................... 289 Starting Free Layout ............................289 Free Layout Main Window ..........................290 Paper Settings Panel ............................292 Easy Settings ............................294 Advanced Settings ............................ 295 Color Settings Panel ............................
  • Page 290: Free Layout Main Window

    Free Layout Main Window iPF685 Click the Print button in the Print dialog box. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note Free Layout main window is displayed. Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and dialog areas.
  • Page 291 iPF685 Free Layout Main Window • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool. Note Menu Bar • This allows you to select menus required for operations. Tool Bar • This allows you to select tool buttons required for major operations. Layout Area •...
  • Page 292: Paper Settings Panel

    Paper Settings Panel iPF685 • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. Paper Settings Panel Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type.
  • Page 293 iPF685 Paper Settings Panel • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results. Note • Easy Settings / Advanced Settings Two modes are available to provide the optimum print settings for jobs.
  • Page 294: Easy Settings

    Easy Settings iPF685 Easy Settings Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that match- es the content of the document. • Print Target You can easily select the best settings for the print job simply. If you select each Print Target item the corresponding comment for that item is displayed below the list.
  • Page 295: Advanced Settings

    iPF685 Advanced Settings Setting Details Resolution 1200dpi / 600dpi / 300dpi • The availability of settings is determined by the media type and print priority selections. • Note Printing time is longer and more ink is consumed with High than with Fast, however, print quality is higher. •...
  • Page 296: Color Settings Panel

    Color Settings Panel iPF685 The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations. Setting Details Print Quality Highest quality / Highest / High / Standard / Fast Resolution 1200dpi / 600dpi / 300dpi • The availability of settings is determined by the media type and print priority selections.
  • Page 297: Color Adjustment

    iPF685 Color Adjustment • Color Adjustment / Matching You can set the color adjustment and matching. • Color Adjustment P.297 ➔ • Matching P.299 ➔ • Matching is not displayed if No color correction has been selected in Color Mode. Note Restore Defaults Button •...
  • Page 298 Color Adjustment iPF685 Setting Details Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the entire image. When the results of the printout are brighter than the original images such as the original photo before scanning and graphics cre- ated on the display, or when you want to print in different degrees of brightness, use this feature.
  • Page 299: Matching

    iPF685 Matching • You can also click the up or down arrow, or enter the number directly to increase or decrease the value. Note Matching Matching You can set the matching. • If No color correction is selected under Color Mode, the Matching is not displayed. Important •...
  • Page 300: Driver Matching Mode

    Driver Matching Mode iPF685 • You can select only after Driver Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note • Input Profile Select the input profile. • You can select only after ICC Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note •...
  • Page 301: Icc Matching Mode

    iPF685 ICC Matching Mode Setting Details Colorimetric Color-matching optimized for printing image data with accurate colors in input color space. This is the easiest-to-use mode when you want to adjust the color and print. However, gradation may be lost for colors of wider range than the color reproduction range of the printer.
  • Page 302: Colorsync

    ColorSync iPF685 ColorSync ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. Place a checkmark on Soft Proof to simulate the output product in Layout Area. Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu. You can set the preferences for Free Layout.
  • Page 303: Page Setup Dialog Box

    iPF685 Page Setup Dialog Box • Divisions You can change the number of divisions of grid lines so that they serve as a guide to laying out objects. • You can input between 1 and 10. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note •...
  • Page 304: Zoom Dialog Box

    Zoom Dialog Box iPF685 When you place a checkmark on Auto Settings, the one-page length to be printed on roll paper is automati- cally set so that the laid-out objects are printed on one page. • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. •...
  • Page 305: Format Dialog Box

    iPF685 Format Dialog Box Format Dialog Box Format Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Format from the Object menu after you select an object. You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format. Note •...
  • Page 306: Laying Out A Document Created With Multiple Application Programs On One Page

    Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF685 Leaving Free Layout running, open other files with the application software and repeat the above steps. Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page Page...
  • Page 307: Moving An Object

    iPF685 Moving an Object Resizing by means of mouse operation Select an object. Place the pointer at a corner of the selection box around the object to show the arrow handle, and drag this handle to change the object size. Resizing by specifying a scaling value Select an object.
  • Page 308: Laying Out Objects Automatically

    Laying out Objects Automatically iPF685 Select Rotate Left or Rotate Right from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may click on the Rotate check box in the Format Dialog Box then select Rotate P.305 ➔ Right or Rotate Left, and click the OK button. •...
  • Page 309 iPF685 Aligning Objects • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the verti- cal center. • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bot- tom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left. •...
  • Page 310: Changing The Object Overlapping Order

    Changing the Object Overlapping Order iPF685 • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the overlapping order menu from the Object menu. •...
  • Page 311: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object

    iPF685 Pasting a Copied or Cut Object • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may select Copy or Cut from the Edit menu. Click Paste from the toolbar.
  • Page 312: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy

    Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy You can start the utility by clicking on the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy.app icon in Applications > Canon Utilities > iR Enlargement Copy. • If you are using OS X v10.7 and later, start it from Launchpad.
  • Page 313: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box

    iPF685 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box The explanation below is on the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. • For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color imageRUN- NER Enlargement Copy."...
  • Page 314: Creating A New Hot Folder

    Creating a New Hot Folder iPF685 Creating a New Hot Folder Creating a New Hot Folder Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. • For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color im- ageRUNNER Enlargement Copy."...
  • Page 315: Editing A Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions)

    iPF685 Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) Click the OK button. The created Hot Folder is listed in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy di- alog box. Click the Close button to close the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. From the Apple Menu, open the Sharing dialog box for System Preferences.
  • Page 316 Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) iPF685 Make the necessary settings in the Paper Settings Panel P.318 ➔ Make the necessary settings in the Output Settings Panel P.321 ➔ User's Guide...
  • Page 317: Deleting A Hot Folder

    iPF685 Deleting a Hot Folder Make the necessary settings in the Color Settings Panel P.323 ➔ Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box. From the Apple Menu, open the Sharing dialog box for System Preferences. For OS X v10.6: Check the File Sharing checkbox and click the Options button.
  • Page 318: Setting The Print Parameters

    Setting the Print Parameters iPF685 Select Delete the entire folder, as well as items in the list above, and then click the Delete button. Read the messag,e and then click the OK button. • Select Delete files in the folder to delete only files in the hot folder. Note Setting the Print Parameters Setting the Print Parameters...
  • Page 319: Easy Settings

    iPF685 Easy Settings The following settings are available for paper source. Setting Details Manual Select for manual paper feed printing. Roll Paper Select to print on roll paper. • Roll Paper Width This selects the width of the roll media set to the printer. •...
  • Page 320: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings iPF685 If you select each Print Target item the corresponding comment for that item is displayed below the list. Setting Details Default Settings Suitable for printing normal documents that contain a mixture of text, photographs, and graphics. Office Document Suitable for printing handouts as well as general office documents for which print clarity is key.
  • Page 321: Output Settings Panel

    iPF685 Output Settings Panel • Print Priority Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details Image This mode achieves the best results for printing photographic images and illustrations. Line Drawing This mode is best for printing CAD drawings with fine lines or wall newssheet or other documents that contain large amounts of text.
  • Page 322 Output Settings Panel iPF685 Setting Details Fit Roll Paper Width *Make sure that the width of the roll paper in the printer is set correctly for Roll Paper Width in the Paper Settings panel. *Displayed only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. Scaling Enlarges/reduces the whole page by the scaling rate as specified.
  • Page 323: Color Settings Panel

    iPF685 Color Settings Panel • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. Note • Output Method Button Click the button to open the Output Method dialog box. In this dialog box, you can specify the object output method. Color Settings Panel Color Settings Panel •...
  • Page 324: Driver Matching Mode

    Driver Matching Mode iPF685 Driver Matching Mode Driver Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select Driver Matching Mode. Click Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Auto Automatically selects the best color matching method for each Image, Graphics, Text. Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively.
  • Page 325: Printing Enlargements Of Scanned Originals From A Color Imagerunner

    iPF685 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER Click Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a feature. This is also an easy-to-use mode when performing color adjustment using ap- plication software.
  • Page 326 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER iPF685 Press Start on the control panel. If you scan originals on the platen glass, after scanning all originals, press Done on the touch-panel display. Scanned originals are sent to the hot folder and automatically enlarged and printed following the conditions you specified for the folder.
  • Page 327: Handling And Use Of Paper

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Paper ....................328 Handling rolls ..................338 Handling sheets ................. 359 Output Stacker .................. 365 Media Configuration Tool (Windows) ..........370 Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS) ..........
  • Page 328: Paper

    Types of Paper iPF685 Paper Paper Types of Paper ............................... 328 Paper Sizes ..............................328 Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper ..............330 Printing on Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper Using Existing Settings ......... 330 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide ......................
  • Page 329 iPF685 Paper Sizes Roll Paper Width Setting in Printer Driver ( *1 ) Borderless Printing ( *1 ) Roll Width 431.8 mm (17.00 in) 17-in. Roll (431.8mm) 420.0 mm (16.54 in) ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm) 406.4 mm (16.00 in) 16-in. Roll (406.4mm) 355.6 mm (14.00 in) 14-in.
  • Page 330: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper

    • The genuine Canon paper settings provided in the printer control panel and printer driver are optimized for genu- ine Canon paper. If these settings are selected for printing on paper other than genuine Canon paper, the ink may Important bleed or the printhead may rub against the paper.
  • Page 331: Displaying The Paper Reference Guide

    iPF685 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide Type Approximate weight Approximate thickness Printer control panel Printer driver Coated Paper 170 g/m² 0.22 mm (0.0087 in.) HW. Coated Paper Heavyweight Coated Paper Photo Paper 180 g/m² 0.18 mm (0.0071 in.) LW. Photo Paper Lightweight Photo Paper LWPhotoPaper(LI)( *1 ) Lightweight Photo Paper (LowInk)( *1 )
  • Page 332 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide iPF685 Click Paper Reference Guide. Mac OS • The basic instructions for displaying the Paper Reference Guide from the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor are as follows. Click the System Preferences icon in the Dock. Click Print & Scan. (This is identified as Printers & Scanners or Print &...
  • Page 333 iPF685 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide Click Utility. Click Open Printer Utility. Click Support. User's Guide...
  • Page 334: Updating Paper Information

    The latest Media Information File can be downloaded by accessing the imagePROGRAF website from the links in the software installed on your computer. Contact your Canon dealer if you are unable to download it. For details on Media Information File (Media Information File), refer as follows.
  • Page 335 iPF685 Updating paper information Select the Support sheet and click the Support In- formation button. The default browser on your computer is started and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. Mac OS • The basic instructions for accessing the dedicated website from the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor are as fol- lows.
  • Page 336 Updating paper information iPF685 Click Utility. Click Open Printer Utility. Click Support. User's Guide...
  • Page 337 iPF685 Updating paper information Click the Support Information button. The default browser on your computer is started and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. User's Guide...
  • Page 338: Handling Rolls

    Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls iPF685 Handling rolls Handling rolls Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ........................338 Loading Rolls in the Printer ..........................341 Changing the Type of Paper ........................... 343 Specifying the Paper Length ........................... 345 Removing the Roll from the Printer ......................... 345 Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls .......................
  • Page 339 iPF685 Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls • For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see Paper Sizes or the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Paper Sizes.") (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") P.328 P.331 ➔ ➔ Note • To view instructions as you attach the Roll Holder, press the Navigate button.
  • Page 340 Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls iPF685 • Using rolls with a 3-inch paper core Holder Stopper (Left Side) Roll Holder (Right Side) Align the tips (a) of the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment L with Align the tips (a) of 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment R with the holes (b) of the Holder Stopper and insert it firmly.
  • Page 341: Loading Rolls In The Printer

    iPF685 Loading Rolls in the Printer Loading Rolls in the Printer Loading Rolls in the Printer Follow these steps to load rolls in the printer. • Before loading rolls, make sure the printer is clean inside the Top Cover and around the Ejection Guide. If these areas are dirty, we recommend cleaning them in advance.
  • Page 342 Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF685 Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), rest the Roll Hold- er shaft on the Roll Ledge (b). At this time, position the holder so that the R label (c) on the [W label (c) on the Roll Holder flange is aligned with the R label (d) on the printer .
  • Page 343: Changing The Type Of Paper

    iPF685 Changing the Type of Paper • Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you insert it in the slot. This may affect the printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing Important surface.
  • Page 344 Changing the Type of Paper iPF685 • For best printing results, the printer fine-tunes the print head height and the feed amount for each type of paper. Be sure to select the type of paper to use correctly before printing. Important •...
  • Page 345: Specifying The Paper Length

    iPF685 Specifying the Paper Length • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Keep Paper Type, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
  • Page 346 Removing the Roll from the Printer iPF685 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Paper tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
  • Page 347 iPF685 Removing the Roll from the Printer Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder toward the back to rewind the roll. Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), remove the holder from the Roll Holder Slot. • For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls."...
  • Page 348: Removing The Roll Holder From Rolls

    Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls iPF685 Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position indicated (b), remove it from the Roll Holder. Remove the Roll Holder from the roll.
  • Page 349: Feeding Roll Paper Manually

    iPF685 Feeding Roll Paper Manually • 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment L (Holder Stopper side) • 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment • Store the roll in the original bag or box, away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight. If paper is not stored properly, the printing surface may become scratched, which may affect the printing quality when you use it Important again.
  • Page 350: Keeping Track Of The Amount Of Roll Paper Left

    Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left iPF685 Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left Setting ManageRemainRoll to On in the Paper Menu of the Control Panel will print a barcode with text on the roll when the roll is removed that identifies the type of paper and amount left.
  • Page 351 iPF685 Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls Select the Main sheet and click Advanced Set- tings in Media Type. In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in tween Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK.
  • Page 352: Specifying The Cutting Method For Rolls

    Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF685 In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in tween Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK. (See "Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS).") P.258 ➔...
  • Page 353 iPF685 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls Eject (waiting for ink to dry after printing) • When cutting wide printed documents after ejection, have two people support the documents. If the paper drops, printed documents may be damaged. Important • Do not lift the paper when holding printed documents before cutting.
  • Page 354 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF685 Manual (when using media that cannot be cut with the Cutter Unit ) On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Paper tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
  • Page 355 iPF685 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls Cut the roll paper manually with scissors or the like. Press the OK button. After the roll is rewound, it stops automatically. Paper cutting (to have the roll cut at your specified position) Press the Feed button.
  • Page 356: Cutting The Leading Edge Of Roll Paper Automatically

    Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically iPF685 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. After the roll paper is cut, it is rewound automatically. • If paper would be short when cut at a particular position, the roll may automatically be advanced in some cases before cutting.
  • Page 357: Reducing Dust From Cutting Rolls

    iPF685 Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
  • Page 358 Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls iPF685 Press ▲ or ▼ to select On, and then press the OK button. User's Guide...
  • Page 359: Handling Sheets

    iPF685 Loading Sheets in the Printer Handling sheets Handling sheets Loading Sheets in the Printer .......................... 359 Changing the Type of Paper ........................... 343 Printing From a Desired Starting Point ......................361 Removing Sheets ............................363 Clearing a Jammed Sheet ........................576 ➔...
  • Page 360 Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF685 Slide the Width Guide (a) to align it with the mark for the size of paper you will load. Load a single sheet printing-side up in the Paper Feed Slot, with the right edge aligned with the Paper Alignment Guide (a) to the right of the Roll Cover.
  • Page 361: Printing From A Desired Starting Point

    iPF685 Printing From a Desired Starting Point Move the Width Guide (a) carefully to match the size of paper loaded. Set the Width Guide against the edge of the paper to prevent the paper from becoming crooked or wrinkled. Press the OK button. •...
  • Page 362 Printing From a Desired Starting Point iPF685 Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
  • Page 363: Removing Sheets

    iPF685 Removing Sheets Keeping the right edge of the paper aligned with the ex- tended line of the Paper Alignment Line (a) to the right of the ejection guide and the leading edge aligned with the groove (b) at the far end of the Platen, load the paper at the position from which to start printing.
  • Page 364 Removing Sheets iPF685 • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Paper, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
  • Page 365: Output Stacker

    iPF685 Using the Output Stacker Output Stacker Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker This section describes how to use the Output Stacker. • The Stand that can be used with this printer is Printer Stand ST-27 and Printer Stand ST-26. •...
  • Page 366 Using the Output Stacker iPF685 Extended position A Extended position B (ST-27 only) • Switching to Extended position A Switch the stacker to Extended position A as follows. Lift the Support Rod to the position shown (a) and switch the stacker to Extended position A. User's Guide...
  • Page 367 iPF685 Using the Output Stacker When using 24-inch or A1 (portrait) rolls, pull out the Adjustable Stopper (a). This completes the procedure for switching to Extended position A. Once the printing has finished, use the following procedure to return to the regular position. Lower the Support Rod to the position shown (a) to return to the regular position.
  • Page 368 Using the Output Stacker iPF685 Grasp the Output stacker handle (a) and pull out the Out- put Stacker so that it tilts towards you. Open the Output Stacker Ejection Guides (a). This completes the procedure of switching to Extended position B. Once the printing has finished, use the following procedure to return to the regular position.
  • Page 369 iPF685 Using the Output Stacker Hold onto the Output stacker handle (a) and pull the Output stacker release lever (b) towards you. While continuing to hold the Output stacker handle (a), slowly lower the Output Stacker. Return to the regular position. User's Guide...
  • Page 370: Media Configuration Tool (Windows)

    In imagePROGRAF, the best printer settings for each paper are collected together in media information files in or- der to give the highest quality printing results. Settings for Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are provided by Canon in these media information files.
  • Page 371 iPF685 Installation Procedures Start the Media Configuration Tool installer. Click the Next button. The next screen presents selections for the country or area where the printer is used. Select a country or territory then click the Next button. The License Agreement is displayed. If you accept the agreement, click Yes.
  • Page 372: Starting Method

    Starting Method iPF685 The Installation Complete screen appears. Click the Finish button. This completes the installation of Media Configuration Tool. Starting Method Starting Method Follow the procedure below to start Media Configuration Tool. From the start menu go to All Programs > iPFxxxx Media Configuration Tool > iPFxxxx Media Configuration Tool.
  • Page 373: Editing Media Type Information For Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper

    When this button is clicked, the Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed, which allows you to add media in- formation files released by Canon to the printer control panel and printer driver. You can also change names, toggle between displaying and hiding, and delete added media types.
  • Page 374: Adding Media Types

    Note Adding Media Types Adding Media Types Media information files (.amf files) released by Canon are registered in the printer control panel and printer driver. • Do not perform printing on the target printer while adding the media types. •...
  • Page 375 iPF685 Adding Media Types • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper." P.373 ➔ Note The Add Media Type dialog box displays. Click the Browse button.
  • Page 376: Changing Media Names

    Changing Media Names iPF685 In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note •...
  • Page 377 iPF685 Changing Media Names • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper." P.373 ➔ Note In the Media Type list, select the name to change. Click the Rename button.
  • Page 378: Deleting Media Types You Have Added

    Deleting Media Types You Have Added iPF685 • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated.
  • Page 379: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide

    iPF685 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated.
  • Page 380 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF685 In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to switch off or on for display. Click the Show/Hide button. The selected paper is alternately shown or hidden. • You can select multiple paper. •...
  • Page 381: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types

    iPF685 Changing the Display Order of Media Types Click the OK button. Changing the Display Order of Media Types Changing the Display Order of Media Types Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
  • Page 382: Checking The Update

    Checking the update iPF685 The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated.
  • Page 383: Media Configuration Tool (Mac Os)

    In imagePROGRAF, the best printer settings for each paper are collected together in media information files in or- der to give the highest quality printing results. Settings for Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are provided by Canon in these media information files.
  • Page 384 Tool.pkg to start the Media Configuration Tool instal- ler. The Software License Agreement is displayed. After you have read Canon Software License Agreement, click the Continue button. The next screen presents selections for the country or area where the printer is used.
  • Page 385: Starting Method

    The iPFxxxx in the folder above will be the printer name in use. Starting Method Starting Method Follow the procedure below to start the Media Configuration Tool. From the Applications menu > Canon Utilities >iPFxxxx Media Configuration Tool > MCTxxxx.app. Media Configuration Tool main window is displayed. User's Guide...
  • Page 386: Media Configuration Tool Main Window

    When this button is clicked, the Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed, which allows you to add media in- formation files released by Canon to the printer control panel and printer driver. You can also change names, toggle between displaying and hiding, and delete added media types.
  • Page 387: Editing Media Type Information For Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper

    For details on the procedure for adding media types, see "Adding Media Types." P.388 ➔ • To add media types, download the media information file (.amf file) in advance from the Canon website. Important • Rename Button To change the name on the printer control panel and the name in the printer driver for genuine paper and feed confirmed paper, select the paper to change and click this button.
  • Page 388: Adding Media Types

    Note Adding Media Types Adding Media Types Media information files (.amf files) released by Canon are registered in the printer control panel and printer driver. • Do not perform printing on the target printer while adding the media types. •...
  • Page 389 iPF685 Adding Media Types The Add Media Type dialog box displays. Click the Browse button. Open the folder that contains the media information files (.amf files). The names of the media information files contained in the selected folder are displayed in Media Informa- tion File in the Add Media Type dialog box.
  • Page 390 Adding Media Types iPF685 In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note •...
  • Page 391: Changing Media Names

    iPF685 Changing Media Names Changing Media Names Changing Media Names Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper." P.387 ➔...
  • Page 392 Changing Media Names iPF685 In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note •...
  • Page 393: Deleting Media Types You Have Added

    iPF685 Deleting Media Types You Have Added Deleting Media Types You Have Added Deleting Media Types You Have Added Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
  • Page 394: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide

    Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF685 The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated.
  • Page 395 iPF685 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to switch off or on for display. Click the Show/Hide button. The selected paper is alternately shown or hidden. • You can select multiple paper. •...
  • Page 396: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types

    Changing the Display Order of Media Types iPF685 Click the OK button. Changing the Display Order of Media Types Changing the Display Order of Media Types Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
  • Page 397: Checking The Update

    iPF685 Checking the update The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated.
  • Page 398 iPF685 User's Guide...
  • Page 399: Control Panel

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Operations and Display Screen ............400 Printer Menu ..................408 Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message...
  • Page 400: Operations And Display Screen

    Control Panel iPF685 Operations and Display Screen Operations and Display Screen Control Panel ..............................400 Control Panel Display ............................. 402 How to View Instructions with Navigate ......................406 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations ..................... 407 Control Panel Control Panel Display Screen Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages.
  • Page 401 iPF685 Control Panel Arrow buttons ◀ button • Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to move to another tab. In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to move to another digit. ▲ button • Press this button in the menu to move to another item. In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to increment the number.
  • Page 402: Control Panel Display

    Control Panel Display iPF685 Control Panel Display Control Panel Display After the printer starts up, the Tab Selection screen is displayed. Each of the four tabs presents status, menus, and error information related to the particular tab. Types of tabs The Tab Selection screen presents four tabs.
  • Page 403: Printer Status And Modes

    iPF685 Control Panel Display Printer status and modes The printer has the following status. Standby The printer is ready to receive jobs sent from the computer. Jobs sent from the computer are printed immediately. Printing Paused Printing is paused on the printer. Any jobs sent from the computer are held without being printed. Printing Printing is in progress on the printer.
  • Page 404 Control Panel Display iPF685 Display Transitions in Normal Status The display transitions while the printer is in the normal status (the status where no errors have occurred) are shown below. *1: The printer automatically enters Sleep mode when idle for a specific period (by default, five minutes), that is, if no print jobs are received or buttons are pressed while all covers are closed.
  • Page 405 iPF685 Control Panel Display Display Transitions in Error Status The display transitions while an error has occurred on the printer are shown below. If multiple errors have occurred, the tabs for errors that have occurred other than the currently displayed error are displayed flashing.
  • Page 406: How To View Instructions With Navigate

    How to View Instructions with Navigate iPF685 How to View Instructions with Navigate How to View Instructions with Navigate You can refer to instructions for loading paper, replacing ink tanks, and performing other operations on the printer control panel. Press the Navigate button. Press ▲...
  • Page 407: Checking Instructions During Printer Operations

    iPF685 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations Checking Instructions During Printer Operations Checking Instructions During Printer Operations You can refer to instructions on the printer control panel when loading paper, replacing ink tanks, or performing oth- er operations. How to view instructions Once you complete an action described in the instructions, the printer detects the action and switches to the next instruction screen.
  • Page 408: Printer Menu

    Printer Menu Operations iPF685 Printer Menu Printer Menu Printer Menu Operations ..........................408 Menu Operations ............................409 Menu Structure .............................. 412 Menu Settings ..............................418 Status Print ..............................428 Printing Interface Setting Reports ........................431 Printer Menu Operations Printer Menu Operations The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress.
  • Page 409: Menu Operations

    iPF685 Menu Operations Fine-tuning paper feeding Display of printer-related information For a description of specific menu items available, see "Menu Settings." P.418 ➔ For instructions on selecting menu items during printing, see "Menu Operations." P.409 ➔ Menu Operations Menu Operations To view available menus organized on tabs, select a tab on the Tab Selection screen and press the OK button.
  • Page 410 Menu Operations iPF685 • Press ▲ to access a higher menu in the menu list, and press ▼ to access a lower one. If items of the menu list are more than the lines of the screen, press ▲ and ▼ to scroll the menu. Items you select are highlighted. The scroll bar at right indicates the current position in the overall menu.
  • Page 411 iPF685 Menu Operations Press the ▲ or ▼ button to enter the value. • Hold down ▲ or ▼ to increase or decrease the value continuously. Note Repeat steps 1 and 2 to complete the settings, and then press the OK button. •...
  • Page 412: Menu Structure

    Menu Structure iPF685 Menu Structure Menu Structure The menu structure is shown categorized by tab. The * on the right side of an item indicates the default value. The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress.
  • Page 413 iPF685 Menu Structure *1: For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") Types of paper in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel ) are P.331 ➔...
  • Page 414 Menu Structure iPF685 First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Feed Priori- Adj. Priority Automatic* | Print Quality | Print Length Adj. Quali- Auto(GenuinePpr) | Auto(OtherPaper) | Manual ty( *2 ) Adjust Adjust- A:High | B:Standard/Draft...
  • Page 415 iPF685 Menu Structure First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Palette B (Select the (Indicates (Specify the pen number) Width, Color, values of and Line At- Width, Color, tributes ) and Line At- tributes ) Factory (Select the...
  • Page 416 Menu Structure iPF685 First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Ethernet Auto De- On* | Off Driver( *8 ) tect( *8 ) Comm.Mod Half Duplex* | Full Duplex e( *6 )( *8 ) Ethernet 10 Base-T* | 100 Base-TX | 1000 Base-T Type( *6 )( *8 )
  • Page 417 iPF685 Menu Structure First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Output Print* | Print (Auto Del) | Save: Box XX Method Print After Off* | On Recv Save: Com- Off | On* mon Box Show Job Off | On*...
  • Page 418: Menu Settings

    Menu Settings iPF685 Menu Settings Menu Settings Menu items are as follows. The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress. see "Printer Menu Operations." P.408 ➔...
  • Page 419 iPF685 Menu Settings Setting Item Description, Instructions Paper Details (The type of pa- CutDustReduct. If you choose On, a line will be printed at the cut position when per is displayed paper cutting is selected. This option reduces the amount of deb- here.)( *1 ) ris given off after cutting.
  • Page 420 *1: A rough estimate of the amount of ink consumed per print job is displayed. Actual ink consumption may be different. The average margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guarantee the accuracy of these estimates.
  • Page 421 iPF685 Menu Settings Setting Item Description, Instructions Test Print Job Log Print a record of print jobs, including the paper type and Print size, amount of ink consumed, and so on. Ink consump- tion indicates a rough estimate of the amount of ink con- sumed per print job.( *1 ) Menu Map Print the menu structure.
  • Page 422 Mode Color (CAD) 1 Print in standard colors. Color (CAD) 2 Print with approximate colors emulating Canon iPF750, iPF755, iPF650, iPF655, iPF760, iPF765.( *2 ) Color (CAD) 3 Print with approximate colors emulating Canon iPF500, iPF600, iPF700, iPF510, iPF610, iPF710, iPF605, iPF720, iPF810, iPF820, iPF815, iPF825.( *2 )
  • Page 423 iPF685 Menu Settings Setting Item Description, Instructions Paper Auto Rotate If the long side of an original is shorter than the roll width, Settings Manag- the original is automatically rotated 90 degrees to con- serve paper. Similarly, if the long side of an original in landscape orientation is longer than the roll width and the short side is shorter than the roll width, the original is re- positioned to fit on the paper.
  • Page 424 Menu Settings iPF685 Setting Item Description, Instructions Line & Smoothing • If you choose Software Settings Operation is determined by the application. If nothing Manag- is specified by the application, the result is as shown in the figure. Note: By default, this is a 72-sided figure •...
  • Page 425 iPF685 Menu Settings Setting Item Description, Instructions Inter- TCP/IP IPv4 Proto- Specify the protocol used to configure the IP address au- BOOTP face tomatically. RARP Setup IPv4 IP Address Specify the printer network information when using a stat- Settings ic IP address. Subnet Mask Enter the IP address assigned to the printer, as well as Default G/W...
  • Page 426 Menu Settings iPF685 Setting Item Description, Instructions System Language Specify the language used on the Display Screen. Setup Time Zone Specify the time zone. Time zone options indicate a main city in this time zone and the difference from Greenwich Mean Time.
  • Page 427 iPF685 Menu Settings Setting Item Description, Instructions System Nozzle Check In Frequency, specify the timing for automatic checks of Setup nozzle clogging. Choose Standard to have the printer ad- just the timing for checks based on the frequency of noz- zle use.
  • Page 428: Status Print

    *1: A rough estimate of how much ink was consumed per job is displayed. Actual ink consumption may be different. The aver- age margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guarantee the accuracy of these estimates.
  • Page 429 Status Print Checking the information in Status Print reports The following information is included in Status Print reports. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Status Print Printer model Firm Firmware version Boot Boot ROM version MIT(DBF) MIT database format version MIT(DB) MIT database version...
  • Page 430 Status Print iPF685 Use USB Use USB settings values. Use Ethernet Use Ethernet settings values. Use RemoteUI Settings used by RemoteUI. Show Job Log Print job settings. Output Method Print job settings. Print After Recv Save: Common Box Save: Common Box settings values.
  • Page 431: Printing Interface Setting Reports

    Press ▲ or ▼ to select Test Print, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Print, and then press the OK button. Confirming Interface Print information The following information is included in the Interface Print report. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Interface Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version...
  • Page 432 Printing Interface Setting Reports iPF685 TCP/IPv4 IPv4 settings values. IPP Printer URI RAW Printing Raw Mode Bi-direction FTP Printing WSD Printing Use Discovery Scope Primary DNS Server Address Secondary DNS Server Address DNS Host Name DNS Domain Name MulticastDNS ServiceName SNMPv1 SNMPv3 TCP/IPv6...
  • Page 433 iPF685 Printing Interface Setting Reports Network Interface Physical Interface Network interface settings values. Transmission Rate MAC Address Auto Detect Communication Ethernet Type Spanning Tree Use the Jumbo Frame Function User's Guide...
  • Page 434 iPF685 User's Guide...
  • Page 435: Printer Parts

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Printer parts ..................436 Hard Disk ................... 441 Optional accessories ................. 445 Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting...
  • Page 436: Printer Parts

    Front iPF685 Printer parts Printer parts Front ................................436 Side ................................437 Top Cover (Inside) ............................438 Roll Cover (Inside) ............................439 Carriage ................................. 439 Ink Tank Cover (Inside) ............................ 440 Control Panel ..............................400 Front Front Roll Cover Open this cover to load rolls. (See "Roll Cover (Inside).") P.439 ➔...
  • Page 437: Side

    iPF685 Side Maintenance Cartridge Absorbs ink used for maintenance purposes such as head cleaning. (Replace the cartridge when it is full.) Cutter Unit A round-bladed cutter for automatic roll cutting. Cutter Rail The Cutter Unit passes over this rail to cut paper. Output Tray All printed documents are ejected from this slot.
  • Page 438: Top Cover (Inside)

    Top Cover (Inside) iPF685 Manual Pocket Store printer manuals in this pocket. Ethernet Port Connect an Ethernet cable to this port. USB Port Connect a USB cable to this port. The printer is compatible with Hi-Speed USB connections. Carrying Handles When carrying the printer, have three people hold it by these handles on the back at both ends.
  • Page 439: Roll Cover (Inside)

    iPF685 Roll Cover (Inside) Cleaning Brush When cleaning inside the printer under the Top Cover, use this brush to sweep away paper dust on the Platen. Roll Cover (Inside) Roll Cover (Inside) Roll Holder Load the roll on this holder. Holder Stopper Secure rolls on the Roll Holder with this part.
  • Page 440: Ink Tank Cover (Inside)

    Ink Tank Cover (Inside) iPF685 Angle Adjustment Lever Use this lever to fine-tune the printer to correct misalignment of printed lines. Printhead The printhead is equipped with ink nozzles. The carriage serves a key role in printing. Printhead Fixer Lever Locks the Printhead Fixer Cover.
  • Page 441: Hard Disk

    iPF685 Printer Hard Disk Operations Hard Disk Hard Disk Printer Hard Disk Operations .......................... 441 Checking the Free Hard Disk Space ....................... 442 Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk ......................443 Printer Hard Disk Operations Printer Hard Disk Operations Printer hard disk operations are available from the following programs and interfaces.
  • Page 442: Checking The Free Hard Disk Space

    Checking the Free Hard Disk Space iPF685 Checking the Free Hard Disk Space Checking the Free Hard Disk Space Check the space available on the printer's hard disk as follows. This operation is available from the Control Panel, in RemoteUI, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and image- PROGRAF Printmonitor.
  • Page 443: Erasing Data On The Printer's Hard Disk

    iPF685 Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor The Hard Disk sheet shows the free hard disk space. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor The Hard Disk pane shows the free hard disk space. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file.
  • Page 444 Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk iPF685 • For a more secure method of preventing data recovery, we recommend physically or magnetically destroying the hard disk. In this case, the hard disk can no longer be used. Important • Erase HDD Data is not available if there is a job queue.
  • Page 445: Optional Accessories

    iPF685 Roll Holder Set Optional accessories Optional accessories Roll Holder Set ............................... 445 Stand ................................446 Roll Holder Set Roll Holder Set Load a roll on the roll holder and then load the holder in the printer. The Roll Holder in the Roll Holder Set RH2-33 is for use with both 2-inch and 3-inch paper cores.
  • Page 446: Stand

    Stand iPF685 Stand Stand When using an optional Stand, you can store and stack documents printed on rolls. • Printer Stand ST-27 Accessory Pocket Stores printer accessories. Output Stacker Printed documents are ejected into the output tray. Locking Caster Lock to immobilize the caster. Before moving the printer, always unlock all four casters.
  • Page 447: Network Setting

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Network Environment ................ 448 Using RemoteUI ................450 Initial Settings ..................452 Mac OS Settings ................459 Other Settings ...................
  • Page 448: Network Environment

    Network Environment iPF685 Network Environment Network Environment Network Environment Network Environment System requirements The system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are as follows. Printing over a TCP/IP network (when using IPv4) • • Compatible operating systems Windows XP •...
  • Page 449 iPF685 Network Environment • Example of a Windows network In Windows networks, print over TCP/IP. • NetBIOS is not supported. Note • Example of a Mac OS network In Mac OS networks, print over TCP/IP using the Bonjour function. User's Guide...
  • Page 450: Using Remoteui

    Using RemoteUI iPF685 Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI RemoteUI is software with which you can access the printer via the network from your Web browser to confirm the printer status, operate jobs, and configure the settings. Since the software (Web server) for using RemoteUI is built in the printer, preparing software other than a Web browser is unnecessary.
  • Page 451 iPF685 Using RemoteUI • For the Web browser, use Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later, Internet Explorer 5.01 or later, or Firefox 1.5 or later. For Mac OS X, Safari 1.32 or later or 2.03 or later also is supported. Important •...
  • Page 452: Initial Settings

    Configuring the IP Address on the Printer iPF685 Initial Settings Initial Settings Configuring the IP Address on the Printer ....................... 452 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ............ 463 Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel ............... 452 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands ..............
  • Page 453: Configuring The Ip Address Using Arp And Ping Commands

    iPF685 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select TCP/IP, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
  • Page 454: Configuring Tcp/Ipv6 Network Settings

    Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings iPF685 The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Ethernet Driver, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select MAC Address, and then press the OK button. •...
  • Page 455: Configuring The Printer Driver Destination (Windows)

    iPF685 Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows) Press ▲ or ▼ to select IPv6 Support, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select On, and then press the OK button. • Once you set IPv6 Support to On, the IPv6 StlessAddrs setting takes effect. Important •...
  • Page 456: Configuring The Printer's Tcp/Ip Network Settings With Remoteui

    Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF685 • If you switch to printing in a Bonjour network, see "Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network ." P.459 ➔ Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI Follow the steps below to configure the TCP/IP network settings.
  • Page 457 - (hyphens), and . (periods). Do not use numbers, -, or . for the first character, or - or . for the last character. Multicast DNS Serv- Specify the printer's Multicast DNS service name. (1–63 characters) Canon iPFxxxx ice Name This name will be displayed when Bonjour functions are used. (xxxxxx) Click OK to display the Network page.
  • Page 458 Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF685 Item Details Default Setting Secondary DNS Server Address Specify the IP address of the secondary DNS server. Use the same host name and do- Activate when using the same DNS host and domain names main name as IPv4 as for IPv4.
  • Page 459: Mac Os Settings

    iPF685 Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks Mac OS Settings Mac OS Settings Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks .................... 459 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network ................... 459 Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks If you use the printer in a TCP/IP network, register the printer in Print &...
  • Page 460: Other Settings

    Specifying Printer-Related Information iPF685 Other Settings Other Settings Specifying Printer-Related Information ......................460 Configuring the Communication Mode Manually ..................... 461 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur ................462 Initializing the Network Settings ........................462 Specifying Printer-Related Information Specifying Printer-Related Information Follow the steps below to specify device information and security settings.
  • Page 461: Configuring The Communication Mode Manually

    iPF685 Configuring the Communication Mode Manually Configuring the Communication Mode Manually Configuring the Communication Mode Manually This topic gives instructions for configuring the communication mode manually. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj.
  • Page 462: Email Notification When Printing Is Finished Or Errors Occur

    Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur iPF685 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur The printer can notify you of the printer status by email. Even when you are away from the printer, you can know when printing is finished or if errors occur.
  • Page 463: Device Setup Utility (Windows)

    iPF685 imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility Device Setup Utility (Windows) Device Setup Utility (Windows) imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ......................463 Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ....................463 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ............463 imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility is a utility to establish communication between the printer and your com- puter by completing relevant settings.
  • Page 464 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility iPF685 When specifying an IPv4 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu. Select the IPv4 tab.
  • Page 465 iPF685 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility When specifying an IPv6 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu. Select the IPv6 tab.
  • Page 466 iPF685 User's Guide...
  • Page 467: Print Job Management

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Status Monitor (Windows) ..............468 Printmonitor (Mac OS) ............... 470 Accounting (Windows) ..............472 Basic Print Job Operations ...............
  • Page 468: Status Monitor (Windows)

    The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor iPF685 Status Monitor (Windows) Status Monitor (Windows) The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor .................... 468 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ................469 The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs.
  • Page 469: Job Management Using Imageprograf Status Monitor

    iPF685 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor • For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Note Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor You can use the Job sheet in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs.
  • Page 470: Printmonitor (Mac Os)

    The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor iPF685 Printmonitor (Mac OS) Printmonitor (Mac OS) The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ....................470 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ................... 471 The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. •...
  • Page 471: Job Management Using Imageprograf Printmonitor

    iPF685 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor You can use the Driver Panel in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs. • Pausing/Resuming Print Jobs Selecting a print job and clicking the button pauses printing of the selected job.
  • Page 472: Accounting (Windows)

    • The Accounting Manager in Status Monitor displays approximate estimates of the amount of paper consumed and the ink consumed per job. Canon cannot guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. These estimates will Important also vary depending on the conditions of printer use.
  • Page 473: Accounting Manager Main Window

    iPF685 Accounting Manager Main Window Select Accounting in the Accounting menu. Or, open the Accounting sheet and click the Ac- counting button. • If Show Job Log is set to off and an administrator password is configured in the printer, the administrator password needs to be entered on startup.
  • Page 474 Accounting Manager Main Window iPF685 • You can opt to either show or hide the toolbars in the View menu. Note • Listed Job Selection Area You can use this area to select which job log is displayed. If you are using regular data acquisition, this area allows you to view the collective job logs for each specified period.
  • Page 475: Job List Area

    iPF685 Job List Area • Status Bar Displays messages and other information. Job List Area Job List Area The job items and details that can be displayed in the job list area are as follows. • The job serial number. •...
  • Page 476: Accounting Manager Basic Procedures

    Accounting Manager Basic Procedures iPF685 • Owner The sender of the job. • Print Job Start Time/Print Time The time when printing started and the time taken to print. • Number of Pages The number of pages printed. • Roll Paper Width The width of roll paper used for printing.
  • Page 477: Setting The Unit Cost For Ink

    iPF685 Setting the Unit Cost for Ink • Setting the Unit Cost for Ink P.477 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Paper • P.478 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper • P.479 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Ink Setting the Unit Cost for Ink Open the Ink sheet.
  • Page 478: Setting The Unit Cost For Paper

    Setting the Unit Cost for Paper iPF685 Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Opens the Paper sheet. This sheet is used to configure the unit cost of paper. Setting Standard Prices Select the media type in Media Type. Enter the Width and Length of the paper, as well as the Price for the area of the configured width x height.
  • Page 479: Setting The Unit Cost For Items Other Than Ink And Paper

    iPF685 Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper Enter the Roll Paper Width and Length of the paper, as well as the Price for the configured length. Click the Add button to return to the Paper sheet. To change the unit cost of a media type that has already been configured, click the Overwrite button.
  • Page 480: Configuring Units And Display Settings In Accounting Manager

    Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager iPF685 • You can set unit costs for up to 5 items. Note Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager Select Units and Display in the Settings menu to open the Units and Display dialog box. Use this dialog box to configure the display settings.
  • Page 481: Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition

    iPF685 Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition • Immediately after you configure Regular Data Acquisition, no print jobs are displayed. Wait a few moments and then select Refresh in the View menu to display the print jobs. Note • A maximum of 10,000 records are saved in a print job log. If this number is exceeded, jobs are deleted from the log starting from the oldest record.
  • Page 482: Displaying Job Properties Or Period Properties

    Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties iPF685 Listed Jobs • Exports the data for the print jobs currently displayed in the list as a CSV file. Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties You can display the Job properties dialog box or Period Properties dialog box to check detailed cost information and other items.
  • Page 483: Showing, Saving And Loading Selected Unit Cost Data

    iPF685 Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data Show Unit Cost Data • Select Show Unit Cost Data in the File menu to open the Unit Cost Data dialog box. This lists the unit costs for items such as the selected ink and paper.
  • Page 484: Basic Print Job Operations

    Using the Printer Hard Disk iPF685 Basic Print Job Operations Basic Print Job Operations Using the Printer Hard Disk ..........................484 Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk ..................... 485 Managing the Job Queue (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) ............... 488 Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) ................
  • Page 485: Saving Print Jobs On The Printer Hard Disk

    iPF685 Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk Storage destination The storage area on the printer's hard disk is divided into a temporary storage area and a permanent storage area. The temporary storage area stores print jobs in the job queue or shared mailbox. The permanent storage area stores jobs in personal boxes.
  • Page 486 Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk iPF685 • Printing from the following software also enables you to save print jobs on the printer's hard disk. Windows Note • Free Layout P.182 ➔ • Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy P.203 ➔...
  • Page 487 iPF685 Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk • Save in mail box Save print jobs on the printer's hard disk. If you choose Save in mail box, also specify the destination personal box in the Mail box list. •...
  • Page 488: Managing The Job Queue (Deleting Or Preempting Other Jobs)

    Managing the Job Queue (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) iPF685 Select the personal box number in the Mail box list. Click OK to close the Destination dialog box. • Print after reception is complete This option is available in combination with Print. You can prevent degradation of print quality that oc- curs when receiving a print job is interrupted and printing is aborted in the middle.
  • Page 489 iPF685 Managing the Job Queue (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Job Menu is displayed. Manage the job queue as needed. • Deleting jobs Press ▲...
  • Page 490: Managing Pending Jobs (Printing Or Deleting Jobs On Hold)

    Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) iPF685 Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) Manage jobs as needed on the Driver sheet. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) If the type or size of paper loaded does not match the settings in the print job received when you have set Detect Mismatch to Hold Job in the Control Panel menu, the print job is held on the printer as a pending job in the job...
  • Page 491 iPF685 Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) Press ▲ or ▼ to select the print job to manage, and then press the OK button. Held jobs are labeled with an icon. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print Anyway or Delete, and then press the OK button. •...
  • Page 492: Printing Saved Jobs

    Printing Saved Jobs iPF685 Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Manage jobs as needed on the Driver sheet. For details, see "Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmoni- tor." P.471 ➔ Printing Saved Jobs Printing Saved Jobs Print saved print jobs stored on the printer's hard disk as follows. These operations are available from the Control Panel or in RemoteUI, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and im- agePROGRAF Printmonitor.
  • Page 493 iPF685 Printing Saved Jobs Press ▲ or ▼ to select Job List, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the saved job, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, and then press the OK button. Specify the number of copies and press the OK button.
  • Page 494 Printing Saved Jobs iPF685 Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. • Enter a password if one has been set. Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Print. In the Print dialog box, enter the quantity to print in Copies and click OK.
  • Page 495 iPF685 Printing Saved Jobs • The printing time initially indicates how long it took to finish printing one copy during the previous print job. If you change the value in Copies, the printing time indicates the time it took to print one copy during the Note previous print job multiplied by the number of copies.
  • Page 496: Deleting Saved Jobs

    Deleting Saved Jobs iPF685 In the Resume Printing dialog box, enter the quanti- ty to print and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. Deleting Saved Jobs Deleting Saved Jobs Delete saved print jobs stored on the printer's hard disk as follows. This operation is available from the Control Panel, in RemoteUI, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and image- PROGRAF Printmonitor.
  • Page 497 iPF685 Deleting Saved Jobs Using RemoteUI On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. • Enter a password if one has been set. Note Select the print job and click Delete. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help file. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open.
  • Page 498 Deleting Saved Jobs iPF685 • Enter a password if one has been set. Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Delete. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name.
  • Page 499: Moving Saved Jobs

    iPF685 Moving Saved Jobs Select the print job and click the Delete button. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. Moving Saved Jobs Moving Saved Jobs Print jobs stored on the printer's hard disk (saved jobs) can be moved from the current box to another box as fol- lows.
  • Page 500 Moving Saved Jobs iPF685 Select the print job and click Move Document. On the Move Document page, select the name or number of the destination personal box in the Desti- nation mail box list and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help file. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open.
  • Page 501 iPF685 Moving Saved Jobs In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Move. In the Move dialog box, select the destination per- sonal box and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶...
  • Page 502 Moving Saved Jobs iPF685 • Enter a password if one has been set. The password is a four-digit number. Note Select the print job and click Move. In the Move Document dialog box, select the desti- nation personal box and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file.
  • Page 503: Advanced Print Job Operations

    iPF685 Saving Print Jobs Sent from Sources Other than the Printer Driver Advanced Print Job Operations Advanced Print Job Operations Saving Print Jobs Sent from Sources Other than the Printer Driver ..............503 Printing Without Saving Jobs in the Common Box ..................504 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes ......................
  • Page 504: Printing Without Saving Jobs In The Common Box

    Printing Without Saving Jobs in the Common Box iPF685 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Output Method, and then press the OK button. • If a password has been set on the printer, the Logon screen is displayed. To change the settings, select Administrator and press the OK button. When the Admin.Pswd screen is Note displayed, enter the password and press the OK button to proceed to the next step.
  • Page 505: Setting Passwords For Personal Boxes

    iPF685 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes Press ▲ or ▼ to select System Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Save: Common Box, and then press the OK button. • If a password has been set on the printer, the Logon screen is displayed. To change the settings, select Administrator and press the OK button.
  • Page 506 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes iPF685 For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select the personal box and click Open. In the Documents dialog box, click Settings. In the Settings dialog box, specify the password and click OK. Set password •...
  • Page 507 iPF685 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) On the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ by Inbox No./Name. Select a saved job in the list and click Set. In the Settings dialog box, specify the password and click OK.
  • Page 508: Naming Personal Boxes

    Naming Personal Boxes iPF685 Naming Personal Boxes Naming Personal Boxes For easier identification, you can assign names to personal boxes. This operation is available in RemoteUI, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. Using RemoteUI On the Stored Job page, choose the personal box. •...
  • Page 509 iPF685 Naming Personal Boxes Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select the personal box and click Open. • Enter a password if one has been set for the per- sonal box. Note In the Documents dialog box, click Settings. In the Settings dialog box, enter the name and click For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file.
  • Page 510: Displaying A List Of Saved Jobs

    Displaying a List of Saved Jobs iPF685 Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name. Select a saved job in the list and click Set. • Enter a password if one has been set. The password is a four-digit number.
  • Page 511 iPF685 Displaying a List of Saved Jobs Using the Control Panel On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Job tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
  • Page 512 Displaying a List of Saved Jobs iPF685 Jobs saved in the box are listed. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. • Enter a password if one has been set. Note Jobs saved in that box are displayed in the Documents dialog box.
  • Page 513: Printing A List Of Saved Jobs

    iPF685 Printing a List of Saved Jobs Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) On the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ by Inbox No./Name. • Enter a password if one has been set. The password is a four-digit number. Note For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. Printing a List of Saved Jobs Printing a List of Saved Jobs The list of print jobs stored on the printer's hard disk (saved jobs) can be printed by box as follows.
  • Page 514: Displaying Details Of Saved Jobs

    Displaying Details of Saved Jobs iPF685 Press ▲ or ▼ to select the box number (in the range 00–29), and then press the OK button. • Enter a password if one has been set, and then press the OK button. Note Press ▲...
  • Page 515 iPF685 Displaying Details of Saved Jobs Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. • Enter a password if one has been set. Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Properties.
  • Page 516: Renaming Saved Jobs

    Renaming Saved Jobs iPF685 Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name. • Enter a password if one has been set. The password is a four-digit number. Note For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. Renaming Saved Jobs Renaming Saved Jobs Print jobs stored on the printer's hard disk (saved jobs) can be renamed as follows.
  • Page 517 iPF685 Renaming Saved Jobs Select the print job and click Details. On the Details of the saved document page, click Change Document. In the Rename Saved Document dialog box, enter the name and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help file. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open.
  • Page 518 Renaming Saved Jobs iPF685 • Enter a password if one has been set. Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Properties. In the Properties dialog box, enter the new name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶...
  • Page 519 iPF685 Renaming Saved Jobs • Enter a password if one has been set. The password is a four-digit number. Note Select the print job and click Set. In the Settings dialog box, enter the new name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. User's Guide...
  • Page 520 iPF685 User's Guide...
  • Page 521: Adjustments For Better Print Quality

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead ..............522 Adjusting the feed amount ..............529 Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message...
  • Page 522: Adjusting The Printhead

    Adjusting the Printhead iPF685 Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead ..........................522 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ................522 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ..................523 Adjusting Line Misalignment ........................... 525 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images ..................527 Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead If printed documents are affected by the following problems, try adjusting the printhead.
  • Page 523: Manual Adjustment To Straighten Lines And Colors

    iPF685 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors Paper to Prepare When Using Rolls An unused roll at least 10 inches wide When Using Sheets Auto(Standard) : One sheet of unused paper of at least A4/Letter size Auto(Advanced): Six sheets of unused paper of at least A4/Letter size (or one sheet when using A2 or larg- Perform adjustment as follows.
  • Page 524 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors iPF685 • We recommend using the type of paper you use most often for adjustment. Note Items to Prepare When Using Rolls An unused roll at least 254.0 mm (10.00 in) wide When Using Sheets Two sheets of unused paper, A4/Letter size (or one sheet when using A2) Perform adjustment as follows.
  • Page 525: Adjusting Line Misalignment

    iPF685 Adjusting Line Misalignment Examine adjustment test pattern D-1 and determine the number with straight lines. • If two patterns seem equally good and you cannot decide which one is better, choose an intermediate value. Note For example, choose 11 if you cannot decide whether pattern 10 or 12 is better. Press ▲...
  • Page 526 Adjusting Line Misalignment iPF685 Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Head Inc. Adj., and then press the OK button. After the Carriage is moved, a message is displayed requesting you to open the Top Cover.
  • Page 527: Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion And Blurry Images

    iPF685 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images Open the Top Cover and move the Angle Adjustment Lever to match the number (or the square) of the straightest set of lines. If no single set of lines is perfectly straight, move the Angle Adjustment Lever to a position between the numbers (or between the number and the square) of the two sets of lines that are least misaligned.
  • Page 528 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images iPF685 Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button. • When Head Height is set to Automatic, the setting value selec- ted for the previous print job is displayed (to the right of Auto- Note matic ) once you select the type of paper currently supplied.
  • Page 529: Adjusting The Feed Amount

    iPF685 Adjusting the Feed Amount Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount ..........................529 Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method ................... 529 Automatic Banding Adjustment ......................... 530 Manual Banding Adjustment ........................531 Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount ......................533 Adjusting Line Length ..........................
  • Page 530: Automatic Banding Adjustment

    Automatic Banding Adjustment iPF685 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Set./Adj.
  • Page 531: Manual Banding Adjustment

    iPF685 Manual Banding Adjustment Perform adjustment as follows. Load the paper. • Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls P.338 ➔ Loading Rolls in the Printer • P.341 ➔ Loading Sheets in the Printer • P.359 ➔ • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified. Adjustment cannot be comple- ted correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings.
  • Page 532 Manual Banding Adjustment iPF685 Paper to Prepare When Using Rolls An unused roll at least 10 inches wide When Using Sheets Two sheets of unused paper of at least A4/Letter size Perform adjustment as follows. Load the paper. Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls •...
  • Page 533: Fine-Tuning The Paper Feed Amount

    iPF685 Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount Press ▲ or ▼ to select the pattern number you have decided, and then press the OK button. Test pattern B is printed for adjustment. • If you printed test pattern A on a sheet, follow the instructions on the Display Screen and use another sheet of the same type of paper.
  • Page 534 Adjusting Line Length iPF685 Additionally, two modes are available in both AdjustmentPrint and Change Settings : A:High or B:Standard/ Draft. Choose the mode that suits your particular printing application. A:High • This setting is applied when Highest or High is selected in Print Quality in the printer driver. B:Standard/Draft •...
  • Page 535: Adjusting The Vacuum Strength

    iPF685 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength • A test pattern is printed in black when you choose A:High or in magenta if you choose B:Standard/Draft. • Note To cancel printing the test pattern for adjustment, hold down the Stop button. When "Stop printing?" is displayed, press ▲...
  • Page 536 iPF685 User's Guide...
  • Page 537: Maintenance And Consumables

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Ink Tanks ................... 538 Printheads ..................
  • Page 538: Ink Tanks

    Ink Tanks iPF685 Ink Tanks Ink Tanks Ink Tanks ................................ 538 Replacing Ink Tanks ............................538 Checking Ink Tank Levels ..........................543 When to Replace Ink Tanks ..........................543 Attach the Ink Tank Cover to the printer ......................544 Ink Tanks Ink Tanks When purchasing, check the Model number.
  • Page 539 iPF685 Replacing Ink Tanks • There may be ink around the ink supply section of ink tanks you removed. Handle ink tanks carefully during re- placement. The ink may stain clothing. Important • Do not install used ink tanks in another model of printer. This will prevent correct ink level detection, which may damage the printer or cause other problems.
  • Page 540 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF685 Remove the Ink Tank Open the Ink Tank Cover and check the ink lamps. Ink lamps flash when there is little ink left. Press the tip of the Ink Tank Lock Lever of the color for replace- ment horizontally and pull the Ink Tank Lock Lever up to open it.
  • Page 541 iPF685 Replacing Ink Tanks Installing Ink Tanks Before opening the pouch, gently agitate the Ink Tank once or twice. Agitate the ink in the Ink Tank by slowly rotating the Ink Tank upside-down and right side up repeatedly. • After installing an ink tank, do not remove and shake it. Doing so may cause the ink to leak out. •...
  • Page 542 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF685 Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever closed until it clicks into place. • Do not push the Ink Tank in by hand. Forcing the Ink Tank into the holder may damage the print- Important If a 130 ml (4.4 fl oz) ink tank is installed facing the wrong •...
  • Page 543: Checking Ink Tank Levels

    iPF685 Checking Ink Tank Levels Checking Ink Tank Levels Checking Ink Tank Levels On the Display Screen, you can check how much ink is left in the ink tanks. To check remaining Ink Tank levels, access the Tab Selection screen on the Control Panel and press ◀ or ▶ to select the Ink tab ( •...
  • Page 544: Attach The Ink Tank Cover To The Printer

    Attach the Ink Tank Cover to the printer iPF685 Before print jobs and maintenance that consume a lot of ink If little ink is left, there may not be enough for large-format printing, head cleaning, and maintenance, which require a lot of ink. In this case, replace or prepare to replace the Ink Tank before maintenance. If a message for ink replacement is shown on the Display Screen When ink runs out, the Message Lamp flashes, a message regarding Ink Tank replacement is shown on the Dis- play Screen, and printing is disabled.
  • Page 545 iPF685 Attach the Ink Tank Cover to the printer Move the Ink Tank Cover horizontally to align the po- sition with the printer. Rotate the Ink Tank Cover and place it on the printer. Push down on the near side of the Ink Tank Cover from the top until it clicks.
  • Page 546: Printheads

    Printhead iPF685 Printheads Printheads Printhead ................................ 546 Checking for Nozzle Clogging ......................... 546 Cleaning the Printhead ........................... 547 Replacing the Printhead ..........................548 Printhead Printhead When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number PF-04 • For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see "Replacing the Printhead." P.548 ➔...
  • Page 547: Cleaning The Printhead

    Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. • If you repeat these steps several times but the horizontal lines are still faint or incomplete, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Note Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Printhead If printing is faint, cleaning the Printhead may improve results.
  • Page 548: Replacing The Printhead

    If the printing quality does not improve even after one or two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printer menu If the Display Screen indicates "Open top cover and replace the printhead." • If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the Printhead • Compatible printheads For information on compatible printheads, see "Printhead."...
  • Page 549 iPF685 Replacing the Printhead On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Set./Adj.
  • Page 550 Replacing the Printhead iPF685 If the Printhead Fixer Cover or Printhead Fixer Lever is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out complete- ly to wipe it clean. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). Touching these parts may damage them.
  • Page 551 iPF685 Replacing the Printhead Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely. Remove the Printhead and press the OK button. • Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage. Furthermore, do not allow any dirt or debris to become adhered to the metal contacts of the Carriage.
  • Page 552 Replacing the Printhead iPF685 While firmly holding the Printhead you have removed, use your other hand to remove the orange Protective Part (a). Squeeze the grips (c) of Protective Part (b) and pull it down to remove it. • The inside surface of the Protective Part (a) and Protective Part (b) is coated with ink to protect the nozzles.
  • Page 553 iPF685 Replacing the Printhead Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the printer until it clicks. Close the Top Cover. Ink now fills the system. It takes about seven minutes to com- plete. • While ink is being filled, definitely do not remove the Ink Tank or Maintenance Cartridge. Ink may leak out.
  • Page 554: Maintenance Cartridge

    Maintenance Cartridge iPF685 Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge ........................... 554 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge ......................554 Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity ................558 When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge ....................558 Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number MC-10...
  • Page 555 iPF685 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge If a message is displayed requesting Maintenance Cartridge replacement, you can skip the step Access the menu for Maintenance Cartridge replacement. Follow the instructions in Replace the Maintenance Cartridge. Maintenance Replace the cartridge full. MaintCart, keeping it level.
  • Page 556 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF685 At this point, open the Maintenance Cartridge Cover. Hold the used Maintenance Cartridge by the grip (a) with one hand and put your other hand under the Mainte- nance Cartridge to hold it firmly on the bottom, keeping it level as you pull it out.
  • Page 557 iPF685 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge Confirm the Maintenance Cartridge is right-side up, put it in the box with the packaging material attached, and store it so that it stays level. • Always put the used Maintenance Cartridge back in the box and store the box on a flat surface. Also, seal the zipper thoroughly.
  • Page 558: Checking The Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity

    Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity iPF685 Press the OK button. Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity The Maintenance Cartridge absorbs excess ink from borderless printing, printhead cleaning, and other processes. You can confirm the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge by checking the Maintenance Cartridge ca- pacity shown on the Display Screen.
  • Page 559 iPF685 When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Check the remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity before this maintenance and replace the Maintenance Car- tridge if necessary. If a message for the Maintenance Cartridge replacement is shown on the Display Screen When the Maintenance Cartridge is full, the Message Lamp flashes and a message to replace the Maintenance Cartridge is shown on the Display Screen.
  • Page 560: Cleaning The Printer

    Cleaning the Printer Exterior iPF685 Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior ........................... 560 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover ........................560 Cleaning the Printhead ........................... 547 Cleaning the Printer Exterior Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. To ensure a comfortable working environment, clean the printer exterior about once a month.
  • Page 561 iPF685 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover • If the Platen inside the Top Cover becomes dirty, it may soil the underside of paper. We recommend cleaning the Platen after borderless printing or printing on small paper. Important • If the Ejection Guide is dirty, it may soil the edge of the paper when the paper is cut. We recommend cleaning the Ejection Guide even if it does not appear dirty, because it may actually be covered with paper dust.
  • Page 562 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF685 Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely, wipe inside the Top Cover to clean it. Wipe away any ink residue on the Platen as a whole (a), the Paper Retainer (b), Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (c), and Ejection Guide (d).
  • Page 563 iPF685 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover • When cleaning between the Platen and Ejection Guide, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out Note completely to wipe over the Output Tray and along grooves. Close the Top Cover. User's Guide...
  • Page 564: Other Maintenance

    Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF685 Other Maintenance Other Maintenance Preparing to Transfer the Printer ........................564 Reinstalling the Printer ............................ 567 Updating the Firmware ........................... 570 Preparing to Transfer the Printer Preparing to Transfer the Printer To protect the internal parts in transit, always follow these steps before transferring the printer to a new location. Refer to the Setup Guide for details on packing the printer and installing it after transfer.
  • Page 565 If consumables must be replaced, the message "Consumables must be replaced. Call for service." is shown on the Display Screen and preparation is not possible. If this message is displayed, press the OK button and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Remove the Ink Tank Open the Ink Tank Cover.
  • Page 566 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF685 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove all ink tanks. Push all ink tank lock levers closed until they click into place. Close the Ink Tank Cover. Ink is now drawn into the Maintenance Cartridge. •...
  • Page 567: Reinstalling The Printer

    iPF685 Reinstalling the Printer Tape down printer covers to secure them, in the reverse order of tape removal during installation. Remove the Stand by reversing the installation procedure, when it was attached to the printer. Disassemble and repackage the Stand by following the installation procedure in reverse. Repack the Roll Holder, Holder Stopper, and printer in shipping materials, and then package them in a shipping box.
  • Page 568 Reinstalling the Printer iPF685 Install the printer Install the printer on a table or other flat surface. If you will use the printer on an optional Stand, as- semble the Stand before mounting the printer on it, and then secure it with the Main Unit Securing Bolts. •...
  • Page 569 iPF685 Reinstalling the Printer Connect the power cord to the Power Supply Connector on the right side of the printer. Plug the power cord into the outlet. Press the power button to turn the printer on. Instructions are displayed on the Display Screen. Open the Ink Tank Cover and install the ink tanks.
  • Page 570: Updating The Firmware

    The firmware version is displayed. Updating the Firmware To obtain the latest firmware, visit the Canon website. If the firmware available online is newer than the installed firmware, update the printer firmware. For details on downloading and updating the firmware, visit the Canon web- site.
  • Page 571: Troubleshooting

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions ............. 572 Problems Regarding Paper ...............
  • Page 572: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions iPF685 Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions This section presents frequently asked questions and answers. To view more detailed explanations, click the hyper- links in the answer column. Question Answer I want to easily create You can print originals that are in landscape (or portrait) orientation automatically enlarged to fit the roll vertical or horizontal width.
  • Page 573: Problems Regarding Paper

    iPF685 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper Problems Regarding Paper Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Roll Paper .......................... 573 Clearing a Jammed Sheet ..........................576 Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) ..................... 578 Roll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed Slot .................. 580 Cannot load sheets ............................
  • Page 574 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF685 Push the Release Lever back. Remove the jammed paper. If paper is jammed inside the Top Cover • Open the Top Cover and move the Carriage to the left or right side manually, away from the jam.
  • Page 575 iPF685 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer. Important If paper from a roll is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot • Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot.
  • Page 576: Clearing A Jammed Sheet

    Clearing a Jammed Sheet iPF685 Pull the Release Lever forward. Clearing a Jammed Sheet Clearing a Jammed Sheet If a sheet becomes jammed, "Paper jam." is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel. Remove the jam- med paper as follows. Push the Release Lever back.
  • Page 577 iPF685 Clearing a Jammed Sheet • Do not move the Carriage over jammed paper. This may damage the Printhead. Important Clear any jammed paper from inside the Top Cover. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. Close the Top Cover.
  • Page 578: Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot)

    Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) iPF685 • If the paper is jammed by the Ejection Guide Remove the jammed paper from the Output Tray. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. Pull the Release Lever forward.
  • Page 579 iPF685 Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cov- Fold an A4 sheet lengthwise four times and insert it through the gap of the Paper Feed Slot. Push the scrap out toward the Platen. Remove the scrap when it is pushed out onto the Platen.
  • Page 580: Roll Paper Cannot Be Inserted Into The Paper Feed Slot

    Roll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed Slot iPF685 Pull the Release Lever forward. Roll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed Slot Roll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed Slot Cause Corrective Action The roll paper is warped. Straighten out curls and reload the roll.
  • Page 581: Depression On The Leading Edge Is Left

    iPF685 Depression on the leading edge is left Depression on the leading edge is left Depression on the leading edge is left Cause Corrective Action Keeping a roll in the printer for a long time When printing quality is most important, we recommend setting TrimEdge Reload to without printing on it may leave a depres- On or Automatic so that the paper edge is automatically cut before printing.
  • Page 582: Printing Does Not Start

    The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up iPF685 Printing does not start Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up ..................582 The printer does not respond even if print jobs are sent .................. 582 Ink Filling..
  • Page 583: The Printer Stops During A Print Job

    In the Control Panel, set Auto Rotate to Off and print again. (See "Menu Settings.") cludes HP RTL commands when Auto Ro- P.418 ➔ tate is On in the Control Panel menu. The printer is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. User's Guide...
  • Page 584: Problems With The Printing Quality

    Printing is faint iPF685 Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality Printing is faint ..............................584 Paper rubs against the Printhead ........................584 The edges of the paper are dirty ........................585 The surface of the paper is dirty ........................586 The back side of the paper is dirty ........................
  • Page 585: The Edges Of The Paper Are Dirty

    iPF685 The edges of the paper are dirty Cause Corrective Action The type of paper specified in the Press the Stop button and stop printing. printer driver does not match the type Change the type of paper in the printer driver and try printing again. loaded in the printer.
  • Page 586: The Surface Of The Paper Is Dirty

    The surface of the paper is dirty iPF685 Cause Corrective Action You are printing on heavyweight paper For film-based media such as Tracing Paper, set the VacuumStrngth to Standard, or paper that curls or wrinkles easily af- Strong or Strongest in the Control Panel menu. If the paper still rubs against the print- ter absorbing ink.
  • Page 587: Banding In Different Colors Occurs

    iPF685 Banding in different colors occurs Cause Corrective Action Color may change slightly even on the same model Follow these steps to prepare the printing environment. of printer if you use a different version of the firm- Use the same version of firmware or printer driver. ware or printer driver, or when you print under dif- Specify the same value for all settings items.
  • Page 588: Image Edges Are Blurred Or White Banding Occurs

    Image edges are blurred or white banding occurs iPF685 Cause Corrective Action (See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") The Printhead is out of alignment. P.522 ➔ Allowing printed documents to dry on To avoid uneven colors, we recommend drying each sheet separately. top of each other may cause uneven colors.
  • Page 589: Images Are Printed Crooked

    iPF685 Images are printed crooked Cause Corrective Action The type of paper specified in the printer Load paper of the same type as you have specified in the printer driver. driver does not match the type loaded in (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") P.341 ➔...
  • Page 590: Cannot Print Over A Network

    Cannot connect the printer to the network iPF685 Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a network Cannot connect the printer to the network ..................... 590 Cannot print over a TCP/IP network ....................... 590 Cannot print over a Bonjour network ......................590 Cannot connect the printer to the network Cannot connect the printer to the network Cause...
  • Page 591: Installation Problems

    The following procedure is for Windows 7. The method of removing printer drivers varies depending on the version of Windows. Note From the Windows start menu, select All Programs > Canon Printer Uninstaller > imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Uninstaller to display the Delete Printer window. Select the printer in the list and click Delete.
  • Page 592 Removing Installed Printer Drivers iPF685 Select Uninstall a program. • If the User Account Control dialog box is displayed, click Yes. Note Select imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility, and then click the Uninstall button. User's Guide...
  • Page 593: Hp-Gl/2 Problems

    iPF685 With HP-GL/2, printing is misaligned HP-GL/2 problems HP-GL/2 problems With HP-GL/2, printing is misaligned ......................593 Lines or images are missing in printed HP-GL/2 jobs..................593 Lines are printed too thick or thin in HP-GL/2 print jobs .................. 593 HP-GL/2 jobs are printed in monochrome (or color) ..................
  • Page 594: Printed Colors Of Lines Are Inaccurate During Hp-Gl/2 Printing

    Printed colors of lines are inaccurate during HP-GL/2 printing iPF685 Printed colors of lines are inaccurate during HP-GL/2 printing Printed colors of lines are inaccurate during HP-GL/2 printing Cause Corrective Action AdjustFaintLines is On in the Con- Setting AdjustFaintLines to Off in the Control Panel menu may help produce the expected trol Panel menu.
  • Page 595: Other Problems

    iPF685 The Ink Tank Cover has become detached from the printer Other problems Other problems The Ink Tank Cover has become detached from the printer ................595 The printer does not go on ..........................595 The printer takes time to start up ........................595 If the Printer Makes a Strange Sound ......................
  • Page 596: If The Printer Makes A Strange Sound

    Printing with the ink level detection canceled may lead to printer damage and printing problems. Canon Inc. is not liable for any damage that may occur as a result of refilling ink.
  • Page 597 iPF685 Ink Level Detection • After ink level detection has been released, this function cannot be reactivated for currently loaded Ink Tank. To use ink level detection again, replace the Ink Tank with new ones specified for use with the printer. Important •...
  • Page 598 Ink Level Detection iPF685 Check the message and press the ▶ button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A confirmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. Press ▲...
  • Page 599: Error Message

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Error Messages ................. 600 Messages regarding paper ..............
  • Page 600: Error Messages

    iPF685 Error Messages Error Messages Borderless printng not possible........................609 Cannot adjust paper feed..........................612 Cannot adjust printhead..........................613 Cannot detect ink level correctly. Close tank cover..................610 Cannot detect papr ............................608 Cannot recognize print head........................... 613 Check if ink tank is set, and its color and direction.
  • Page 601 iPF685 Regular printing is selected, but a roll is loaded....................606 Rel lever is in wrong position.......................... 608 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected. Check ink tank............610 Roll paper is not securely in contact with roll holder..................609 Roll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded.
  • Page 602: Messages Regarding Paper

    Paper mismatch iPF685 Messages regarding paper Messages regarding paper Paper mismatch ............................. 602 MediaType Mismatch ............................602 The paper is too small............................ 603 The paper is too small............................ 603 PaprWidth Mismatch ............................604 Paper size not detected..........................604 Insufficient paper for job ..........................
  • Page 603: The Paper Is Too Small

    iPF685 The paper is too small. Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control Panel Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, and then press the OK button to resume printing. menu is set to Pause, the type of paper loaded However, note that this error may cause paper jams and affect the printing quality.
  • Page 604: Paprwidth Mismatch

    PaprWidth Mismatch iPF685 Cause Corrective Action The loaded paper is too small. The printer will resume printing. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Stop Printing, and then press the OK button. "Remove paper and check pap. size" Cause Corrective Action A sheet has come out of the printer during printing.
  • Page 605: Insufficient Paper For Job

    iPF685 Insufficient paper for job Cause Corrective Action Paper has been loaded Load the sheet, aligning it with the guide on the right. askew, or warped paper (See "Loading Sheets in the Printer.") P.359 ➔ has been loaded. Pull the Release Lever forward. If "Not finished printing.
  • Page 606: The Roll Is Empty

    The roll is empty. iPF685 The roll is empty. The roll is empty. Cause Corrective Action The roll is empty. Follow these steps to replace the used roll with a new roll of the same type and size. Press the Release Lever back and remove the roll. (See "Removing the Roll from the Printer.") P.345 ➔...
  • Page 607: Paper Jam

    iPF685 Paper jam Paper jam Paper jam Cause Corrective Action A paper jam oc- For roll paper, cut the paper on the upper side of the {Paper Feed Slot. curred in the Push the Release Lever back and remove the jammed paper. printer during (See "Clearing Jammed Roll Paper.") P.573...
  • Page 608: Cannot Detect Papr

    (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") P.331 ➔ Push the Release Lever back and remove the paper. In other cases, the Cutter Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Unit may be damaged. End of paper feed. End of paper feed. Cause...
  • Page 609: Borderless Printng Not Possible

    iPF685 Borderless printng not possible. Borderless printng not possible. Borderless printng not possible. Cause Corrective Action The print job received specifies a Follow these steps to change the settings of the print job to enable borderless printing. type or width of paper that is not Press ▲...
  • Page 610: Messages Regarding Ink

    Ink insufficient. iPF685 Messages regarding ink Messages regarding ink Ink insufficient..............................610 No ink left............................... 610 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected. Check ink tank............610 Cannot detect ink level correctly. Close tank cover..................610 Close Ink Tank Cover ............................
  • Page 611: Ink Tank Is Empty

    iPF685 Ink tank is empty. Ink tank is empty. Ink tank is empty. Cause Corrective Action There is no ink left in an ink tank. Open the Ink Tank Cover, and replace the Ink Tank for the There are no ink colors with × displayed above the remaining ink indi- color that is out of ink.
  • Page 612: Messages Regarding Printing Or Adjustment

    Cannot adjust paper feed. iPF685 Messages regarding printing or adjustment Messages regarding printing or adjustment Cannot adjust printhead..........................613 Borderless printng not possible........................609 Cannot adjust paper feed..........................612 Check printed document..........................612 Cannot adjust paper feed. Cannot adjust paper feed.
  • Page 613: Messages Regarding Printheads

    iPF685 Cannot adjust printhead. Messages regarding printheads Messages regarding printheads Cannot adjust printhead..........................613 Wrong printhead............................. 613 Printhead error ............................... 613 Cannot recognize print head........................... 613 Execute printhead cleaning..........................614 Cannot adjust printhead. Cannot adjust printhead. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are...
  • Page 614: Execute Printhead Cleaning

    Execute printhead cleaning. iPF685 Execute printhead cleaning. Execute printhead cleaning. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead noz- Follow these steps to clean the Printhead. zles are clogged. Stop printing by pressing ▲ or ▼ to select Stop Printing. Clean the Printhead. (See "Cleaning the Printhead.") P.547 ➔...
  • Page 615: Messages Regarding The Maintenance Cartridge

    iPF685 Insert the maintenance cartridge. Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Insert the maintenance cartridge........................615 Wrong maintenance cartridge......................... 615 Maint. cart. The level is low ..........................615 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity........................ 615 Maintenance cartridge full.
  • Page 616: Messages Regarding The Hard Disk

    Hard disk error. iPF685 Messages regarding the hard disk Messages regarding the hard disk Hard disk error..............................616 File read error..............................616 The mail box is full............................616 Mail box full. Now printing without saving data....................616 Mail box nearly full.
  • Page 617 iPF685 Mail box full. Delete unwanted data Cause Corrective Action (See "Deleting Saved Jobs.") 100 jobs are stored in the Personal Box. P.496 ➔ User's Guide...
  • Page 618: Messages Regarding Hp-Gl/2

    This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2. iPF685 Messages regarding HP-GL/2 Messages regarding HP-GL/2 This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2..................618 GL2: Wxxxx The memory is full. (xxxx is 0501, 0903, or 0904) ............... 618 GL2: W0502 The parameter is out of range.
  • Page 619: Other Messages

    Turn off the printer and wait at least three seconds before re- storing the power. If the message is displayed again, write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Hardware error. 03130031-2F7x (x is 0, 1, or 2)
  • Page 620: Top Cover Is Open

    You have uploaded firmware for a different model. Check the firmware version. Turn off the printer and wait a while before re- storing power, and then resend the firmware. If the message is displayed again, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Multi-sensor error Multi-sensor error...
  • Page 621: Specifications

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Specifications Printer Specifications ................
  • Page 622: Printer Specifications

    Specifications iPF685 Printer Specifications Printer Specifications Specifications ..............................622 Print Area ............................... 623 Specifications Specifications • The following values may vary depending on the operating environment. Important Printer Power supply 100–240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Power consumption During operation 140 W max. Sleep mode 5 W max.
  • Page 623: Print Area

    IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex IEEE 802.3az EEE Protocols SNMP (supports Canon-MIB), HTTP, TCP/IP (IPv4/IPv6) For information on the ink the printer supports, see "Ink Tanks." P.538 ➔ Paper For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.")
  • Page 624 Print Area iPF685 Margins of Printable Area Margins of Recommended Print Area Top Edge Bottom Edge Sides Top Edge Bottom Edge Sides Sheets 3 mm (0.12 in) 23 mm (0.91 in) 3 mm (0.12 in) 20 mm (0.79 in) 23 mm (0.91 in) 5 mm (0.20 in) Rolls 0/3 mm (0/0.12 in)
  • Page 625: Appendix

    iPF685 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Specifications Appendix Safety Precautions .................
  • Page 626: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions iPF685 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ............................626 Legal Notices ..............................628 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Follow the warnings and precautions below to use the printer safely. Do not perform any operations or procedures other than as described in this manual. Doing so may result in unexpected accidents and can cause a fire or elec- trical shocks.
  • Page 627: In An Emergency

    If the printer emits smoke or strange odors, continuing to use the printer may cause a fire or electrical shock. Switch the printer off immediately and remove the power plug from the power outlet. Contact your Canon dealer or Warning support center.
  • Page 628: Legal Notices

    Power button immediately to switch the printer off, unplug the printer power cable from the outlet, and then contact your Canon dealer or support center. If you continue to use the printer, this could cause a fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 629 Included battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for detail. Trademarks • Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON INC. • Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. •...
  • Page 630: Manuals For This Printer

    Manuals for this printer iPF685 Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer ........................... 630 About This User Manual ..........................630 Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer This printer has the following manuals. Name Contents Medium Setup Guide...
  • Page 631 iPF685 About This User Manual • Cross-reference Other pages or manuals that provide related information are indicated as follows in this user manual. Cross-reference in the same user manual Example: see "Menu Structure." P.412 ➔ Click the link to jump to the corresponding page. Cross-reference in related manuals Example: Refer to the Paper Reference Guide.
  • Page 632: Disposal Of The Product

    EEE. Your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resour- ces. For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, waste authority, ap- www.canon-europe.com/weee proved scheme or your household waste disposal service or visit , or ➔...
  • Page 633 Votre entière coopération dans le cadre de la mise au rebut correcte de ce produit favorisera une meilleure utilisa- tion des ressources naturelles. Pour plus d'informations sur le recyclage de ce produit, contactez vos services municipaux, votre éco-organisme www.canon-europe.com/weee ou les autorités locales compétentes, ou consultez le site , ou ➔...
  • Page 634 152/06. Per ulteriori informazioni sul riciclaggio di questo prodotto, contattare le autorità locali, l'ente responsabile della rac- colta dei rifiuti, un rivenditore autorizzato o il servizio di raccolta dei rifiuti domestici, oppure visitare il sito www.canon-europe.com/weee www.canon-europe.com/battery ➔...
  • Page 635 Η συνεργασία σας για τη σωστή απόρριψη αυτού του προϊόντος θα συμβάλει στην αποτελεσματική χρήση των φυσικών πόρων. Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες σχετικά με ανακύκλωση αυτού του προϊόντος, επικοινωνήστε με το τοπικό γραφείο της πόλης σας, την υπηρεσία απορριμμάτων, το εγκεκριμένο σχήμα ή την υπηρεσία απόρριψης οικιακών www.canon-europe.com/weee www.canon-europe.com/battery αποβλήτων ή επισκεφθείτε τη διεύθυνση ή...
  • Page 636 Chcete-li získat podrobné informace týkající se recyklace tohoto výrobku, obraťte se prosím na místní úřad, orgán pro nakládání s odpady, schválený systém nakládání s odpady či společnost zajišťující likvidaci domovního odpa- www.canon-europe.com/weee www.canon-europe.com/battery du, nebo navštivte webové stránky nebo ➔...
  • Page 637 Spoluprácou na správnej likvidácii tohto produktu prispejete k účinnému využívaniu prírodných zdrojov. Ďalšie informácie o recyklácii tohto produktu získate od miestneho úradu, úradu životného prostredia, zo schvále- ného plánu OEEZ alebo od spoločnosti, ktorá zaisťuje likvidáciu komunálneho odpadu. Viac informácií nájdete aj www.canon-europe.com/weee www.canon-europe.com/battery na webovej stránke: , alebo ➔...
  • Page 638 Za več informacij o ponovni uporabi tega izdelka se obrnite na lokalen mestni urad, pristojno službo za odpadke, predstavnika pooblaščenega programa za obdelavo odpadkov ali na lokalno komunalo. Lahko pa tudi obiščete na- www.canon-europe.com/weee www.canon-europe.com/battery šo spletno stran , ali ➔...
  • Page 639 Vaša suradnja u pravilnom zbrinjavanju ovog proizvoda pridonijet će djelotvornom iskorištavanju prirodnih resursa. Dodatne informacije o recikliranju ovog proizvoda zatražite od svog lokalnog gradskog ureda, službe za zbrinja- vanje otpada, odobrenog programa ili komunalne službe za uklanjanje otpada ili pak na stranicama www.canon-europe.com/weee www.canon-europe.com/battery ➔...
  • Page 640 iPF685 User's Guide...
  • Page 641 Index Accounting ..........472, 473, 476, 480 Orientation ........133, 134, 135, 228, 238 Additional Settings Pane ..........266 Output Method ............163 Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ......48 Oversize ..............70 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength ........535 Page Setup Pane ............
  • Page 642 User's Guide © CANON INC. 2015...

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