Page 1 BUBBLE JET PRINTER User’s Guide...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Inside the Printer ... 16 Operation Panel ... 17 Printer Driver Functions (Windows) ...18 Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box ... 19 Printer Properties Dialog Box Description ... 21 BJ Status Monitor Functions ... 35 Canceling a Print Job ... 38 Uninstalling Printer Drivers ...
Page 3 Table of Contents Using the Printer with a Network ... 60 Uninstalling Printer Drivers ... 64 Routine Maintenance ...65 When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Printhead ... 66 Replacing an Ink Tank ... 67 Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern ... 72 Printhead Cleaning ...
Page 4 Table of Contents Printer Does Not Start or Stops During Print Jobs ... 135 Paper Does Not Feed Properly or Paper Jams ... 141 The POWER Lamp Flashes Orange ... 144 An Error Message is Displayed on the Screen ... 147 Problems Unique to Windows ...
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Canon S750 Bubble Jet Printer. This User’s Guide provides complete explanations of the features and functions of the printer. This guide uses the following symbols to indicate important information. Always observe these instructions. Warning Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
Page 6: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual To view this User’s Guide, we recommend that you use Acrobat Reader 3.0 or later. The screens shown below are for Acrobat Reader 4.0. Please note that screens displayed by Acrobat Reader 3.0 or 5.0 are slightly different. Use this button to enlarge the viewing screen.
Page 7 Displays the table of contents. Click the heading to jump to the topic. Click the " " symbol to see the headings for each chapter. Click the " " symbol to close the headings. How to Use This Manual Use this button to search for a word.
Page 8: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Please read the safety warnings and cautions provided in this manual to ensure that you use the printer safely. Do not attempt to use the printer in any way not described in this manual. Warning You may cause an electric shock/fire or damage the printer if you ignore any of these safety precautions.
Page 9: Cleaning The Printer
If flammable solvents come in contact with electrical components inside the printer, it could cause a fire or electric shock. Always unplug the printer from the power outlet before cleaning the printer. If you accidentally switch the printer on while cleaning it, you could injure yourself or damage the printer.
Page 10: Maintaining The Printer
Do not place metal objects (paper clips, staples, etc.) or containers of flammable solvents (alcohol, thinners, etc.) on top of the printer. If any foreign object (metal or liquid) falls into the printer, unplug the power cord and call for service.
Page 11: Choosing A Location
To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock, install the printer in a location with an ambient temperature range of 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) and humidity of 10% to 90% (condensation free).
Page 12 Do not use an extension cord. If you do not intend to use the printer for a long period of time, unplug it after turning it off. Never use a power supply voltage other than that supplied in the country of purchase.
Page 13 Safety Precautions Never touch the electrical contacts on a printhead after printing. The metal parts may be very hot and could cause burns.
Page 14: Printer Parts And Their Functions
Printer Parts and Their Functions • Front View • Rear View • Inside the Printer • Operation Panel Printer Parts and Their Functions...
Page 15: Front View
Front View Operation panel For details, refer to "Operation Panel." Paper output tray Printer Parts and Their Functions Paper guide When loading paper, ensure the left edge touches this guide. To move the paper guide, pinch the guide and slide in the appropriate direction.
Page 16: Rear View
Rear View Printer Parts and Their Functions USB port Connects the printer to a computer through a USB interface. Printer port (parallel) Connects the printer to a computer through a parallel interface. Rear View...
Page 17: Inside The Printer
Adjusts the gap between the printhead and the surface of the printing paper. Printhead lock lever Locks the printhead into the holder. Once the printhead is installed, do not touch this lever. Printer Parts and Their Functions Printhead holder Install the printhead here. Inside the Printer...
Page 18: Operation Panel
Flashing green: the printer is preparing to print, or is currently printing. Flashing orange: an error has occurred and the printer is not ready to print. Flashing orange and green alternately: an error has occurred that may require you to contact a Customer Care Representative.
Page 19: Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
Printer Driver Functions (Windows) Printer Driver Functions (Windows) • Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box • Printer Properties Dialog Box Description • BJ Status Monitor Functions • Canceling a Print Job • Uninstalling Printer Drivers...
Page 20: Opening The Printer Properties Dialog Box
In your application, select the command to print a document. The Print dialog box can usually be opened by selecting Print from the File menu. Ensure that Canon S750 is selected in the Name field, then click the Properties button. The Printer Properties dialog box opens.
Page 21 This method is used for maintenance operations such as printhead cleaning, or to specify printer settings common to all application programs. When the Printer Properties dialog box is opened from the Start menu, additional tabs appear, including the Details tab. These do not appear when the Printer Properties dialog box is opened from within an application.
Page 22: Printer Properties Dialog Box Description
Printer Driver Functions (Windows) Printer Properties Dialog Box Description Note The screens in this section refer to Windows Me/Windows 98/Windows 95 operation. The equivalent screens for Windows XP, Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 may look slightly different. Printer Properties Dialog Box Description •...
Page 23: Main Tab
Printer Driver Functions (Windows) Main Tab Media Type Ensure that this setting matches the type of media loaded in the printer. Print Quality Select the print quality you require from among the different options. To select custom Print quality, select Custom, then click the Set button.
Page 24 Before printing, verify that settings such as the lever position are correct. Note To see a description of any item in the Printer Properties dialog box, click button, then click the desired item. To see a description of operating procedures, click the Help button. If the button does not appear when using Windows XP, Windows 2000 or Windows NT 4.0, click the Start button,...
Page 25: Page Setup Tab
Printer Driver Functions (Windows) Page Setup Tab Page Size Ensure the correct paper size is selected. Orientation Select landscape or portrait printing and ensure that it is the same orientation used in the application. Printer Properties Dialog Box Description...
Page 26 When using this function, ensure you correctly specify the Page Size and the Printer Paper Size. The document is resized when printed. When this is selected, you can specify the Printer Paper Size and Scaling. pages fit on each printed page.
Page 27 When selected, the document starts printing with the last page. Collate Select to print multiple copies of the document one copy at a time. Preview Area Verify the overall layout, stamps, background and other settings to be applied to the print job. Printer Properties Dialog Box Description...
Page 28 Stamp/Background Tab (Not Available in Windows NT 4.0) Stamp Select the check box, then choose a stamp. Place stamp over text When Stamp is checked, this option is active. When selected, the stamp is printed over the print data. Printer Properties Dialog Box Description...
Page 29 Select the check box, then choose the background image you wish to use. Background first page only Prints the background image only on the first page. Select Background Click to select a new background, or to display details of the background you have selected. Preview Area Printer Properties Dialog Box Description...
Page 30: Effects Tab
Effects Tab Simulate Illustration This function lets you apply graphic effects to a color image without affecting the original document. Select the check box, then adjust the brightness of the image with the Contrast slider. Printer Properties Dialog Box Description...
Page 31 However, if the image data has been manipulated using cut and paste, rotation or other such operations, group optimization of all images on the page is recommended. In such cases, select the Apply Throughout Page check box. Preview Area Printer Properties Dialog Box Description...
Page 32: Profiles Tab
This list displays the print settings currently registered in the Profiles tab. The Current Settings profile contains the settings currently specified on the Main, Page Setup and Effects tabs. The Default Settings profile contains the factory default settings. Details Printer Properties Dialog Box Description...
Page 33 Add to Profiles dialog box appears. Retrieve from Profiles Click to activate registered printer settings. The contents of the Main, Page Setup and Effects tabs are changed by selecting the printer settings in Printing Profiles, then clicking this button. This button is disabled when Current Settings is selected.
Page 34: Maintenance Tab
Printer Driver Functions (Windows) Maintenance Tab Cleaning Click to start printhead cleaning. Deep Cleaning Click to start printhead deep cleaning. Use this function only if Cleaning has not improved print quality. Printer Properties Dialog Box Description...
Page 35 Click to turn the printer off. Auto Power Click to enable the printer to turn off automatically when no data is sent to the printer for a certain period of time, and to automatically turn the printer on again when data is sent to the printer.
Page 36: Bj Status Monitor Functions
Printer Driver Functions (Windows) BJ Status Monitor Functions The BJ Status Monitor displays the status of the printer. If an error occurs, the status monitor indicates the nature of the error and suggests an appropriate solution. The status monitor also checks the ink tanks and displays a warning message when the ink is low.
Page 37 Printer Driver Functions (Windows) Note To open the BJ Status Monitor when the printer is not printing, click the Maintenance tab in the Printer Properties dialog box, then click Start Status Monitor. BJ Status Monitor Functions...
Page 38 When errors occur or ink runs low The BJ Status Monitor is automatically displayed when an error occurs, such as if the printer runs out of paper or ink is low. In such cases, take the action described in the Printer Status tab.
Page 39: Canceling A Print Job
Printer Driver Functions (Windows) Canceling a Print Job To cancel the current print job, first open the BJ Status Monitor. Click the Canon BJ Status Monitor icon on the taskbar. Click Cancel Printing. Note If Cancel Printing is grayed out, press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer to terminate the print job.
Page 40: Uninstalling Printer Drivers
Click the Start button, then click Programs, then Canon S750, then Uninstall. For Windows XP, click the Start button, then All Programs, then Canon S750, then Uninstall. Click Yes when the confirmation message appears.
Page 41: Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh)
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) • Description of Print Settings • BJ Print Monitor • Canceling a Print Job • Using the Printer with a Network • Uninstalling Printer Drivers...
Page 42: Description Of Print Settings
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Description of Print Settings • Page Setup Dialog Box • Print Dialog Box Description of Print Settings • Printer Utility Dialog Box • Detailed Setting Dialog • Options Dialog Box • Register Settings Dialog Box...
Page 43: Page Setup Dialog Box
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Page Setup Dialog Box The Page Setup dialog box contains settings for the printed page, such as the size of the print media used and the image printed. To open the Page Setup dialog box, click Page Setup on the File menu in your application program.
Page 44 In the Custom dialog box specify the length and width of the paper. Utilities Click to open the Printer Utility dialog box for maintenance operations such as printhead cleaning, nozzle check pattern printing and changing the print mode. Save Settings Saves the settings specified in the Page Setup dialog box.
Page 45: Printer Utility Dialog Box
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Printer Utility Dialog Box The Printer Utility dialog box is displayed when you click Utilities on the Page Setup dialog box. Select the function you wish to perform. Display area showing the various maintenance functions, including cleaning and test pattern printing.
Page 46 Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Printhead Cleaning Printhead Deep Cleaning Note For information about printhead alignment, refer to the printed Quick Start Guide. Description of Print Settings...
Page 47: Print Dialog Box
To open the Print dialog box, click Print on the File menu in your application program. Media Type Ensure this setting matches the type of media loaded in the printer. Grayscale Printing Select to print a grayscale version of a color document.
Page 48 Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Options Specify the output destination, print order and page layout for the document you are printing. Apply Register print settings or implement a previously saved print setting. Description of Print Settings...
Page 49: Detailed Setting Dialog Box
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Detailed Setting Dialog Box To open the Detailed Setting dialog box, select Manual click Details. Panel display icons Click these icons to switch between panels in the Detailed Setting dialog box. Description of Print Settings in the Print dialog box, then...
Page 50 Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Print Quality Move the slider to adjust the balance between print quality and speed. Moving the slider to the right enhances print quality, and moving it to the left increases printing speed. Halftoning Click either Dither or Diffusion ink dot configurations.
Page 51 Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Special Effects Panel To display the Special Effects panel, click the Special effects display icon. Simulate illustration This function lets you manipulate color image data to produce illustration effects. Select the check box, then adjust the brightness of the image with the Contrast slider.
Page 52 Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Vivid Photo With this function, you can reproduce breathtaking sceneries in which colors, especially blues and greens, appear even more vibrant. A major feature of this function is its ability to create vivid backgrounds for fields, trees, oceans, and sky, while maintaining the natural skin tones of people who appear in the images.
Page 53 Color Correction Select a color correction method: BJ Standard, ColorSync or None. BJ Standard is usually the optimum color correction method for printing with a BJ printer. When ColorSync is selected, you should also specify the Print Type and Printer Profile settings.
Page 54 Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Print Type For printing that emphasizes intermediate colors, select Photo. For printing that emphasizes the brightness of primary colors, select Graphics. For documents that contain large amounts of a basic color, select Spot Color. Printer Profile Select optimized color characteristics (a profile) for the media type and other factors.
Page 55: Options Dialog Box
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Options Dialog Box To open the Options dialog box, click Options in the Print dialog box. Layout Use this function to print more than one page on a single sheet of paper. Typically, this is set to 1 Page/Sheet Printing. You can also enlarge printing so that a single page spans multiple sheets of paper by using the Poster Printing feature.
Page 56 Paper Size. This fits the document paper size set in the application to the selected paper size. Destination Select the print output destination. Printer is the usual selection. To check the layout or other image elements before printing, select Preview. To save the document as a PICT file, select PICT File.
Page 57 Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Register Settings Dialog Box To open the Register Settings dialog box, click Apply in the Print dialog box. Settings Displays a list of the registered print settings. Import Imports a group of saved print settings. To use the settings, select the desired settings in the Settings list, then click Import.
Page 58: Bj Print Monitor
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) BJ Print Monitor The BJ Print Monitor allows you to check the progress of print jobs. You can launch the BJ Print Monitor if background printing is enabled in the Chooser utility. Opening the BJ Print Monitor Click Chooser on the Apple menu.
Page 59 ... Click to pause printing of the specified document..Click to resume printing..Click to cancel printing of the specified document. Displays the printer status. If an error occurs, instructions on what to do are displayed. Displays the printer status and ink status with images.
Page 60: Canceling A Print Job
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Canceling a Print Job When the BJ Print Monitor is running, you can use it to cancel or suspend a current job. Click BJ Print Monitor in the Application menu. Click the name of the print job you want to cancel, then click The document selected in the Print Monitor is deleted from the print list and the print job is canceled.
Page 61: Using The Printer With A Network
• Install the printer driver on each network computer that will use the printer. For information on installation, refer to the Quick Start Guide. • Use a USB cable to connect the printer to the computer that will function as the print server.
Page 62 • Client setup procedure Click Chooser on the Apple menu. Click Active next to AppleTalk. Select the S750 (Server) icon, then select the printer server in Connected Click the close box to close the Chooser. Using the Printer with a Network...
Page 63 The total number of queued documents is also displayed. The BJ Print Monitor allows you to change the print order of the queued documents. BJ Print Monitor BJ Status Monitor Functions Using the Printer with a Network...
Page 64 • If you are using two or more print servers, you can switch between the BJ Status Monitor displays. Click Print Server on the File menu, then select the desired print server and click OK. Using the Printer with a Network...
Page 65: Uninstalling Printer Drivers
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) Uninstalling Printer Drivers When a printer driver is no longer needed, use the Installer to delete all the program files associated with it at the same time. Before proceeding, ensure that you save any unsaved files in currently running applications.
Page 66: Routine Maintenance
Routine Maintenance Routine Maintenance • When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Printhead • Replacing an Ink Tank • Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern • Printhead Cleaning • Printhead Deep Cleaning • Cleaning the Printer • Transporting the Printer...
Page 67: When To Replace Ink Tank And Maintain Printhead
Routine Maintenance When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Printhead The BJ Status Monitor (Windows) or the BJ Print Monitor (Macintosh) will initially advise you of a low ink level. At this stage, you can still continue to print. Once an ink tank is empty, the BJ Status Monitor (Windows) or the BJ Print Monitor (Macintosh) will tell you to replace the ink tank.
Page 68: Replacing An Ink Tank
• Black: BCI-3eBK Note Damage caused by using a refilled cartridge is not covered by the Canon warranty. Canon recommends using only original Canon ink tanks to ensure the best quality. Ensure that the printer is on, then open the front cover.
Page 69 Routine Maintenance Remove the empty ink tank. Push the tab and remove the ink tank. Do not touch the lock lever; remove only the ink tank. Important • Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining clothing or the surrounding area. •...
Page 70 Routine Maintenance Unpack the new ink tank and pull off the orange tape. Replacing an Ink Tank...
Page 71 Routine Maintenance Remove the orange protective cap from the bottom of the ink tank. Important • Do not re-attach the protective cap once you have removed it. • Once you have removed the protective cap, do not touch the open ink port.
Page 72 • To maintain optimal print quality, use an ink tank within six months of first use. • Once an ink tank has been used, do not remove it from the printer and leave it out in the open. Leaving an ink tank in the open will cause ink to dry, and the printer may not function properly when the ink tank is reinstalled.
Page 73: Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern from the Printer Drivers Windows With the printer on, load a sheet of plain letter-size paper in the printer. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Click the Maintenance tab, then click the Nozzle Check icon.
Page 74 Routine Maintenance Macintosh With the printer on, load a sheet of letter-size or A4 paper in the printer. Open the Page Setup dialog box. The Page Setup dialog box can normally be opened by clicking Page Setup on the File menu.
Page 75 Routine Maintenance Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern through the Printer With the printer on, load a sheet of letter-size or A4 paper in the printer. Hold the RESUME/CANCEL button down until the POWER lamp flashes twice. Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern...
Page 76 Routine Maintenance Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern The nozzle check pattern should appear as follows when ink is discharged properly. Examine the nozzle check pattern output by the printer. Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Lines missing here indicate the printhead requires cleaning.
Page 77: Printhead Cleaning
Printhead Cleaning Clean the printhead if you suspect that the nozzles might be clogged. Printhead cleaning can be performed either from the printer drivers or from the printer itself. Note Cleaning the printhead consumes ink, so perform printhead cleaning only when necessary.
Page 78 The Page Setup dialog box can normally be opened by clicking Page Setup on the File menu. Click the Utilities button to open the Printer Utility dialog box. Select Cleaning from the drop-down menu, then click the Cleaning icon. Printhead Cleaning...
Page 79 Cleaning the Printhead from the Printer This operation cleans all nozzles, both black and color. Because this method also resets the printer, any print data stored in the printer is lost. Ensure the printer is on. Hold down the RESUME/CANCEL button until the POWER lamp flashes once.
Page 80: Printhead Deep Cleaning
Printhead Deep Cleaning If print quality does not improve by standard printhead cleaning, try deep cleaning, which is a more powerful process. Perform printhead deep cleaning from the printer driver. Note Printhead deep cleaning consumes more ink than standard printhead cleaning, so perform this procedure only when necessary.
Page 81 If not, check that there are sufficient ink levels in all ink tanks before turning off the printer. Be sure to perform another printhead deep cleaning 24 hours after turning off the printer.If the head is still not clean, the printhead may be worn out. In this event, contact the Customer Care Center.
Page 82: Cleaning The Printer
Routine Maintenance Cleaning the Printer During normal printing, ink and small scraps of paper accumulate in the printer. When the accumulated debris becomes clearly visible, clean the printer by the following procedure. Turn the printer off. Ensure that the POWER lamp is off and unplug the printer.
Page 83 Routine Maintenance Open the front cover, and wipe the interior of the printer with a dry cloth. Wipe away any stray drops of ink, scraps of paper, and dust. Pay special attention to cleaning the black panel, which can easily become dirty. While cleaning, be careful not to touch the ink absorber (sponge part).
Page 84: Transporting The Printer
Transporting the Printer Pack the printer carefully in its original packing materials. If you do not have the original packing materials, pack the printer carefully and thoroughly in protective material and place it inside a sturdy box. Turn the printer off.
Page 85 Routine Maintenance Remove the paper rest and the paper output tray. Disconnect the printer cable from the computer and the printer, then disconnect the power cord from the printer. Transporting the Printer...
Page 86 Routine Maintenance Secure the printer with adhesive tape as shown, then pack it in a plastic bag. Transporting the Printer...
Page 87 Routine Maintenance Attach protective material to both sides of the printer when packing the printer. Clearly label the box as "Fragile" if using a transport company. Transporting the Printer...
Page 88: Printing Media
Printing Media • Compatible Media Types • Envelopes • High Resolution Paper HR-101N • Glossy Photo Paper GP-301/GP-301N • High Gloss Photo Film HG-201 • Glossy Photo Cards FM-101 • Photo Paper Pro PR-101 • Photo Paper Pro PC-101S • Transparencies CF-102 •...
Page 89: Compatible Media Types
• Others: Envelopes (US Com. #10 and European DL) Important Do not use the following types of paper. Using such paper will not only produce unsatisfactory results, but can also cause the printer to jam or malfunction. • Folded, curled or wrinkled paper •...
Page 90 Weight 17 to 28 lb (64 to 105 gsm ) Do not use paper heavier than this (except for supported Canon-brand media), as it could jam in the printer. Types The following types of media can be used. For more information about the media and the printing methods, refer to the specific sections.
Page 91: Envelopes
Envelopes Use US Com. #10 or European DL size envelopes. Preparation for Printing Press down on all four corners and edges of the envelopes to flatten them as shown below. If the envelopes are curled, hold the opposite corners and gently bend them in the opposite direction.
Page 92 The above illustrations show a side view of the leading edge of the envelope. The envelopes may jam in the printer if they are not completely flat and the edges are not aligned. Ensure that no curl or puff exceeds 0.2 in.
Page 93 If the envelopes still do not feed properly even after removing curl, clean the paper feed roller. Ensure that the printer is on, and that no paper is loaded in the printer. Hold down the RESUME/CANCEL button; when the POWER lamp flashes three times, release the RESUME/CANCEL button.
Page 94 Press and hold the RESUME/CANCEL button, then release when the POWER lamp flashes three times to feed the sheet. Repeat this three times. If the printer still does not feed the envelopes through even after cleaning, repeat Step 4 again. Printer Driver Settings •...
Page 95: High Resolution Paper Hr-101N
High Resolution Paper HR-101N This type of paper provides better color reproduction than plain paper. It is suitable for printing business documents that feature graphics, and for photographs. Loading • Load the paper with the whiter side facing up. • Set the paper thickness lever to the left. •...
Page 96: Printer Driver Settings
Printable Area With some images, the trailing edge of the image may be blurred if printing extends into the printable area. Canon recommends that you print within the printing area. Printing Area Printing Media...
Page 97: Glossy Photo Paper Gp-301/Gp-301N
Glossy Photo Paper GP-301/GP-301N This media is still thicker than High Resolution Paper with a glossy printing surface to produce printouts close to photograph quality. Loading • Load only one sheet at a time. • Load the paper with the whiter side facing up. •...
Page 98 • Do not touch the printed surface until the ink is fixed (approximately two minutes). Printable Area With some images, the trailing edge of the image may be blurred if printing extends into the printable area. Canon recommends that you print within the printing area. Printing Area Note...
Page 99: High Gloss Photo Film Hg-201
High Gloss Photo Film HG-201 This film has an extremely glossy surface, ideal for printing photographs with outstanding results. Loading • Load only one sheet at a time. • Load the film with the cut corner at the upper right. •...
Page 100 • Do not touch the printed surface until the ink is fixed. Printable Area With some images, the trailing edge of the image may be blurred if printing extends into the printable area. Canon recommends that you print within the printing area. Printing Area Printing Media...
Page 101: Glossy Photo Cards Fm-101
Glossy Photo Cards FM-101 This photo-size paper is intended for printing images that cover the entire surface of the card, without a white border. When printing, use the original application software, ZoomBrowser EX/PhotoRecord (for Windows) or ImageBrowser (for Macintosh). Loading •...
Page 102 Printing Media Handling of Printed Output • Do not stack more than 20 sheets in the paper output tray. • Do not touch the printed surface until the ink is fixed (approximately two minutes). Glossy Photo Cards FM-101...
Page 103: Photo Paper Pro Pr-101
Photo Paper Pro PR-101 This is thick paper with a treated surface that enhances gloss and provides superior color reproduction. It is ideal for printing high quality photographs. This media is available in A4/ Letter and 4 x 6 sizes. Loading •...
Page 104 Printer Driver Settings • Media Type: Photo Paper Pro • Page Size: Ensure the setting matches the size set in the application. Handling of Printed Output • Remove each sheet as soon as it is printed. • Do not stack more than 20 sheets of 4 x 6 size paper in the output tray.
Page 105 Printable Area With some images the trailing edge of the image may be blurred if printing extends into the printable area. Canon recommends that you print within the printing area. Printing Area Note For photos and illustrations that you want to print with Borderless Printing, create the document data by using the same size as the paper size, and paste the data so that it fills the editing screen without leaving any margins.
Page 106: Photo Paper Pro Pc-101S
Photo Paper Pro PC-101S Made of the same material as Photo Paper Pro PR-101, this photo-size paper is intended for printing images that cover the entire surface of the card, without a white border. When printing, use the original application software, ZoomBrowser EX/PhotoRecord (for Windows) or ImageBrowser (for Macintosh).
Page 107 Printing Media Handling of Printed Output Follow the instructions described in "Photo Paper Pro PR-101". Photo Paper Pro PC-101S...
Page 108: Transparencies Cf-102
Transparencies CF-102 This film is ideal for printing presentation material for use with overhead projectors. Loading • Place one sheet of letter-size or A4 paper under the transparencies in the sheet feeder. • Set the paper thickness lever to the left. •...
Page 109 • Although you can print on either side of CF-102, best results can be obtained by printing on the side toward which it curls when held by the edge. Print side Printer Driver Settings • Media Type: Transparency • Page Size: Ensure that the setting matches the size set in the application.
Page 110: T-Shirt Transfers Tr-201
T-Shirt Transfers TR-201 This paper is used to produce iron-on transfers. The image is printed backward (mirror image) when Media Type is set to T-Shirt Transfer in the printer driver. Note For more information refer to the instructions packaged with your media.
Page 111 Printer Driver Settings • Media Type: T-Shirt Transfer • Page Size: Ensure the setting matches the size set in the application. Handling of Printed Output • Remove each T-shirt transfer as soon as it is printed. • The T-shirt transfer should be used as soon as it is printed. Refer to the supplied instructions for details on how to use this media.
Page 112: Banner Paper
Banner Paper This is long paper that consists of consecutive sheets of letter-size or A4 paper, ideal for printing long posters or banners (up to six sheets long). Preparation for Printing • When tearing the banner paper, tear off one more sheet than you actually need to print. •...
Page 113 Printing Media Place the printer where the printed banner output can hang over the edge of the table. Ensure the ink does not stain the table or floor. Banner Paper...
Page 114 Printer Driver Settings • Media Type: Plain Paper • Page Size: Letter or A4 • Copies: Must be set to "1" to print correctly. • In Windows, select Banner Printing for Printing Type on the Page Setup tab. • In Macintosh, before creating the document, select Banner Printing in the Page Setup dialog box.
Page 115: Troubleshooting
• Cannot Install the Printer Driver • Print Quality is Poor or Contains Errors • Printer Does Not Start or Stops During Print Jobs • Paper Does Not Feed Properly or Paper Jams • The POWER Lamp Flashes Orange •...
Page 116: Cannot Install The Printer Driver
Install the printer driver carefully following the procedures described in the printed Quick Start Guide. If the printer driver was not installed correctly, reinstall it. If you are using Windows, delete the printer driver before reinstalling it. Uninstalling Printer Drivers...
Page 117 Troubleshooting If the Installer for the printer driver does not start up automatically when you insert the Setup Software & User’s Guide CD-ROM, open the My Computer window, then double-click the CD-ROM icon. Note If you are typing in the file name, you must specify the CD-ROM drive letter and the installation program ("msetup.exe").
Page 118: Print Quality Is Poor Or Contains Errors
Troubleshooting Print Quality is Poor or Contains Errors • Cannot Print to End of Job • Colors are Unclear • Meaningless Characters or Symbols are Printed • Printing is Blurred/Colors are Wrong • Straight Lines are Misaligned • Printed Paper Curls or Ink Blots •...
Page 119: Cannot Print To End Of Job
Confirm that the Page Size setting matches the size of the paper loaded in the printer. First, check the Page Size setting in the application. Then check the Page Size setting in the Printer Properties dialog box for Windows or the Page Setup dialog box for Macintosh. Note When using an ECP printer port in Windows, you may not be able to print due to the computer environment.
Page 120: Colors Are Unclear
Troubleshooting Colors are Unclear Confirm that the Media Type setting in the printer driver matches the type of paper loaded in the printer. If you are printing a photograph or an illustration from Windows, also increase Print Quality on the Main tab.
Page 121: Meaningless Characters Or Symbols Are Printed
Troubleshooting Meaningless Characters or Symbols are Printed If the problem only occurs when printing a specific document, try editing the document, then printing it. If this does not resolve the problem, there may be a problem with your application program. Print Quality is Poor or Contains Errors...
Page 122: Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong
Troubleshooting Printing is Blurred/Colors are Wrong If a specific color does not print, check whether the corresponding ink tank is empty. Replace if necessary. Print the nozzle check pattern to ensure that ink is output correctly. If the nozzle check pattern does not print correctly, clean the printhead. Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Printhead Cleaning If the problem is not resolved after cleaning the printhead several times, the printhead...
Page 123: Straight Lines Are Misaligned
Straight Lines are Misaligned Align the printhead. Ensure that you align the printhead every time you install a new printhead. Windows Open the Printer Properties dialog box. Click the Maintenance tab. Click Printhead Alignment. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Page 124 Troubleshooting Macintosh Open the Page Setup dialog box. Click Utilities. Select Test Print from the drop-down menu, then click Printhead Alignment. Follow the instructions on the screen. Print Quality is Poor or Contains Errors...
Page 125 Troubleshooting In the printer driver settings, select a higher print quality setting. Windows Open the Printer Properties dialog box. On the Main tab, click High for the Print Quality setting. Macintosh Open the Print dialog box. For Print Mode, select Manual, then click Details.
Page 126: Printed Paper Curls Or Ink Blots
Use high resolution paper or photo paper to print images that require a lot of ink (for example, photos or pictures with intense colors). Reduce the Intensity setting in the printer driver and try printing again. Windows Open the Printer Properties dialog box.
Page 127 Troubleshooting Macintosh Open the Print dialog box. For Print Mode, select Manual, then click Details. Click the Color icon, then drag the Intensity slider to set the intensity. Print Quality is Poor or Contains Errors...
Page 128: Back Of Paper Is Smudged
Troubleshooting Back of Paper is Smudged If the next page prints before the ink is dry, enable the Pause Page printer driver setting. You can either remove each printed sheet from the output tray as soon as it is printed, or enable Pause Page to pause after each sheet has printed.
Page 129 Select Custom Settings from the drop-down menu. Select Pause between pages, then click Send. You may need to clean some internal parts of the printer. Follow the procedure below. Load several sheets of letter-size or A4 paper into the printer’s paper feeder.
Page 130: Printed Surface Is Scratched
Ensure that you are using suitable paper. • The paper weight must be less than 28 lb. If you use non-Canon brand paper heavier than 28 lb., the printhead may scratch the printed surface. Clean the printhead first and print with the correct paper.
Page 131 Troubleshooting Reduce the Intensity setting in the printer driver and try printing again. When printing an image with high intensity, especially on plain paper, the paper may absorb too much ink and become wavy. This may cause the printed surface to become scratched.
Page 132 Troubleshooting Windows Open the Printer Properties dialog box. On the Main tab, select Manual for Color Adjustment, then click Set. Drag the Intensity slider to adjust the intensity. Macintosh Open the Print dialog box. For Print Mode, select Manual, then click Details.
Page 133 Troubleshooting White Streaks Print the nozzle check pattern to check the ink output. If a specific color does not print in the nozzle check pattern, clean the printhead. Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Printhead Cleaning The problem can also be resolved by aligning the printhead. For details on printhead alignment, refer to "Straight Lines are Print Quality is Poor or Contains Errors...
Page 134: Colors Are Uneven Or Streaked
Troubleshooting Colors are Uneven or Streaked Increase the print quality setting in the printer driver settings. Windows Open the Printer Properties dialog box. On the Main tab, click High for the Print Quality setting. Macintosh Open the Print dialog box.
Page 135 Troubleshooting Set the halftoning method to Diffusion in the printer driver settings. Windows Open the Printer Properties dialog box. On the Main tab, select Custom for the Print Quality setting, then click Set. Click Diffusion for the Halftoning setting. Macintosh Open the Print dialog box.
Page 136: Printer Does Not Start Or Stops During Print Jobs
Troubleshooting Printer Does Not Start or Stops During Print Jobs • Printing Does Not Start • Printing Stops Before It Is Completed • Printer Moves But Does Not Print • Printhead Holder Does Not Move to the Center Printer Does Not Start or Stops During Print Jobs...
Page 137: Printing Does Not Start
When printing a large amount of data, such as a photograph or illustration, the printer may take longer than usual to begin printing. While the POWER lamp is flashing, the computer is processing the data and sending it to the printer.
Page 138 Troubleshooting Ensure that the correct printer driver is selected. In Windows, ensure that Canon S750 is selected in the Print dialog box. In Macintosh, ensure that S750 is selected in the Chooser. Note In Windows, you can set the Canon S750 as the default printer.
Page 139: Printing Stops Before It Is Completed
In either case, simply wait until the processing is completed. Halt the print job, then turn the printer off for at least 15 minutes to cool the printhead. The printhead can overheat when continuously printing for long time. To protect the printhead, the printer will sometimes pause automatically at a line break before resuming.
Page 140: Printer Moves But Does Not Print
Ensure that the ink tanks snap into place when you install them. If there is plenty of ink but the printer does not print, then clean the printhead. After cleaning the printhead, print the nozzle check pattern to check that ink is being output normally.
Page 141 The printhead holder will not move unless the power is on. If the POWER lamp is off, close the front cover and turn the power on. If the POWER lamp is flashing green, the printer is initializing. When the POWER lamp stops flashing, open the front cover again.
Page 142: Paper Does Not Feed Properly Or Paper Jams
Troubleshooting Paper Does Not Feed Properly or Paper Jams • Paper Does Not Feed Properly • Paper Jams Paper Does Not Feed Properly or Paper Jams...
Page 143: Paper Does Not Feed Properly
Paper Does Not Feed Properly Confirm the paper conditions. • If using non-Canon brand media, ensure the paper is not too thick (less than 28 lb.). • Ensure the number of sheets loaded does not exceed the recommended level. • Ensure the paper is not creased, curled or wrinkled.
Page 144: Paper Jams
Slowly pull the paper out, either from the sheet feeder or from the paper output slot, whichever is easier. If the paper tears and a piece remains inside the printer, open the front cover and remove it. If you cannot pull the paper out, press the POWER button twice to eject the paper automatically.
Page 145: The Power Lamp Flashes Orange
If paper has jammed in the printer, clear the jam and press the RESUME/CANCEL button. Three flashes: Paper jam If paper has jammed in the printer, clear the jam, replace the paper in the printer correctly and press the RESUME/CANCEL button. Paper Jams Four flashes: Empty ink tank One of the ink tanks is empty.
Page 146 Customer Care Center to have the waste ink tank replaced. Note Canon recommends that you call the Customer Care Center for service as soon as this error occurs. Once the waste ink tank becomes completely full, printing will be no longer possible.
Page 147 An error has occurred that may require you to contact the Customer Care Center. Turn the printer off and unplug the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem remains, contact a Canon service representative.
Page 148: An Error Message Is Displayed On The Screen
Troubleshooting An Error Message is Displayed on the Screen Windows • Error Writing to LPT1 or USBxxx • Application Error or General Protection Fault Windows • Other Error Messages Windows • Other Error Messages Macintosh An Error Message is Displayed on the Screen...
Page 149 Error Writing to LPT1 or USBxxx Ensure that the printer is turned on. If the POWER lamp is off, turn the printer on. If the POWER lamp is flashing green, the printer is initializing. Wait until the POWER lamp stops flashing.
Page 150 In Windows XP, Windows 2000 or Windows NT 4.0, click the Advanced tab or Scheduling tab, then click Print directly to the printer. Verify the printer port status. • When using the parallel interface (in Windows Me/Windows 2000/Windows 98/ Windows 95) Refer to the Windows NT 4.0 manual for information on operating Windows NT 4.0.
Page 151 USB Print Support. On the General tab, check for any indication of a problem with the device. If an error has occurred, reinstall the printer driver according to "Notes on Handling the USB Interface (for Windows Users)" in the printed Quick Start Guide.
Page 152 Ports tab). If LPT1:(ECP Printer Port) is displayed in the Print to the following port field, the parallel port is selected. If USBPRNnn (Canon S750) or USBnnn (Canon S750) ("n" represents a number) is displayed, the USB port is selected.
Page 153 Troubleshooting If the WPS driver or CAPT driver is installed, either uninstall it or change the driver port to FILE as follows. Click the Start button, then click Settings, then Printers. Display the WPS or CAPT driver properties, then click the Details tab. Change Print to the following port to FILE.
Page 154: Application Error Or General Protection Fault
Troubleshooting Application Error or General Protection Fault Ensure that the application program you are using is intended for your operating system. For example, if you attempt to print with a Windows 3.1 application under Windows 98, the application may not function correctly and an error may occur. Use an application program intended for your operating system.
Page 155 There may be a problem in the printer driver. Uninstall the printer driver and reinstall it. If the printer is connected to the USB interface, follow the procedure “Notes on Handling the USB Interface (for Windows Users)” in the printed Quick Start Guide.
Page 156: Other Error Messages
Other Error Messages If the BJ Status Monitor is displayed, follow the instructions on screen. If an error occurs during printing, the BJ Status Monitor displays the error on the Printer Status tab. Follow the instructions on screen. In Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me, click the Guide tab for the action to be taken in response to the error.
Page 157 Could not spool successfully due to insufficient memory Increase available memory by closing any other applications currently running. Printer driver could not be found Uninstall the printer driver and reinstall it. Uninstalling Printer Drivers Background printing failed (Windows 95/Windows 98/Windows Me only) Restart Windows and try printing again.
Page 158 Not enough memory for printing. Increase available memory by closing any other applications currently running. Error No.: X203 There is a problem with the printer driver. Uninstall the printer driver and reinstall it. Uninstalling Printer Drivers Error No.: X300 Ensure that the power is on, and that the printer and the computer are securely connected.
Page 159: Problems Unique To Windows
Troubleshooting Problems Unique to Windows • The BJ Status Monitor is Not Displayed • Cannot Print in Background (Windows 95/Windows 98/Windows Me only) • Cannot Print Normally Problems Unique to Windows Windows...
Page 160: The Bj Status Monitor Is Not Displayed
On the Details tab (or Ports tab), click Spool Settings and select Enable bi-directional support for this printer. If the printer is connected to the parallel interface, ensure that the printer cable supports bi-directional communication. The BJ Status Monitor is displayed only when the computer and cable support bi- directional communication.
Page 161: Cannot Print In Background (Windows 95/Windows 98/ Windows Me Only)
Ensure that background printing is enabled. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box On the Page Setup tab, click Printer control and select Background Printing. Problems Unique to Windows...
Page 162: Cannot Print Normally
Troubleshooting Cannot Print Normally When the printer port is set to "ECP", cancel ECP mode, then try printing again. Sometimes ECP mode disrupts normal printing. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. Click the Maintenance tab. Click Custom Settings to open the Custom Setting dialog box.
Page 163 If the WPS driver or CAPT driver is installed, either uninstall it or change the driver port to FILE as follows. The WPS (Windows Printing System) driver or CAPT (Canon Advanced Printing Technology) driver may disrupt normal printing. Click Start, then click Settings, then Printers.
Page 164: Problems Unique To The Macintosh
Troubleshooting Macintosh Problems Unique to the Macintosh • Jagged Text/Graphics or Banded Gradations • Cannot Print in Background Problems Unique to the Macintosh...
Page 165 If you are using a PostScript-compatible application, printed text and lines may appear jagged and gradations may appear banded. As S750 is not a PostScript printer but a Quick Draw printer, use an application compatible with Quick Draw for printing.
Page 166: Cannot Print In Background
Troubleshooting Cannot Print in Background Ensure background printing is enabled. In the Apple menu, click Chooser. Set Backgrounding to On. Check the amount of free space on the hard disk. Background printing requires a certain amount of disk space. You may need to remove unnecessary files, or disable background printing.
Page 167: Appendix
Appendix Appendix Macintosh Windows • For Faster Printing...
Page 168: For Faster Printing
The USB interface provides the quickest printing with Windows 98, Windows Me and Windows 2000. Refer to the printed Quick Start Guide for USB connection details. When using the parallel printer interface, use the ECP data transfer mode for faster printing. Note The ECP mode may not speed up printing on some computers.
Page 169 Click the Maintenance tab, then click the Custom Settings icon. Select the Set printer to ECP mode check box, then click Send. Appendix For Faster Printing...
Page 170 Send. Turn the printer off and back on to cancel the ECP mode. • With Windows 95, a problem may remain after you cancel the ECP mode setting. See also “Unable to Print from the Canon BJ Printer Port” in the on-line Help.
Page 171: Specifications
Specifications Printing method: Bubble Jet on-demand Printing resolution: 2400 (horizontal) Print speed (printing with Canon standard pattern): Black printing Color printing Print direction: Bi-directional Print width: 8.0 in. max. (216.0 mm) (for borderless printing: 8.5 in. max) Resident print control mode: Canon extended mode 1200 (vertical) dpi max.
Page 172 Interface (USB): USB 1.10-compatible Interface connector (parallel): Amphenol 57-40360 or equivalent Interface connector (USB): USB standard Series B receptacle (USB interface) Recommended printer cable (parallel): Material: AWG28 or larger Type: Twisted-pair shielded cable Length: 6.5 ft (Up to 2.0 m)
Page 173 Acoustic noise level: Approx. 39 dB (A) (in the best quality mode) Operating environment: Temperature: 41 to 95°F (5 to 35°C) Humidity: 10 to 90% RH (no condensation) Storage environment: Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C Humidity: 5 to 90% RH (no condensation) Power supply: USA/Canada AC 120 V, 60 Hz Europe AC 230 V±10%, 50 Hz...
Page 174 Feed method: Continuous feed through auto sheet feeder For Plain Paper, A4, Envelopes, High Resolution Paper, Glossy Photo Paper, High Gloss Photo Film, Glossy Photo Cards, Photo Paper Pro, Photo Paper Pro for Borderless Printing, Transparencies, T-shirt Transfers, Banner Paper Sheet feeder capacity maximum: Plain Paper (75 gsm) High Resolution Paper...
Page 175 Letter, Legal, A4, A5, B5, European DL, US Com.#10 Custom size: width: 3.54 to 8.5 in. height: 4.72 to 23.0 in. Weight: 17 to 28 lb. for non-Canon brand media Canon Specialty media: High Resolution Paper Glossy Photo Paper High Gloss Photo Film...
Page 176: Ink Tanks
Graphic image printing: Data format: Canon extended mode: Raster image format Resolution: Canon extended mode: 300, 600, 1200, 2400 dpi Printhead: Black: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow: 256 nozzles (1200 dpi) Ink Tanks: Capacity (pages): Black (BCI-3eBK) Cyan (BCI-3eC) Magenta (BCI-3eM) Yellow (BCI-3eY)
Page 177 MB on Macintosh, or approximately 25 MB on Windows XP, Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 (including temporary files) Note When connecting printer and computer through USB interface, use the system under the following operating environment. Computer with Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me or...
Page 178: Printing Area
To ensure the best print quality, the printer allows a margin along each edge of media. Printing area (dark blue): Canon recommends that you print within this area. Printable area (light blue): The area where it is possible to print. However, printing in this area may degrade the print quality and paper feed accuracy, or cause ink to adhere to the printing surface.
Page 179 4" x 6", A4, B5, A5 Size 4" 6" Note When printing on PR-101 and GP-301/GP-301N, selecting Borderless Printing enables you to make prints with no margins. However, borderless printing may cause the top and bottom edges of paper to decrease in print quality or become soiled.
Page 180 Letter, Legal Size Letter Legal Note When printing on PR-101 and GP-301/GP-301N, selection of Borderless Printing enables you to make prints with no margins. However, borderless printing may cause the top and bottom edges of paper to decrease in print quality or become soiled.
Page 181 Envelopes Size Printable Area (width European DL 7.5 4.1 in US Com. #10 8.3 3.9 in 0.13 in 0.13 in. 0.12 in. height) Printable area 1.04 in. Specifications...
Page 182 Banner Paper Size Banner Paper A4: 8.0 69.8 in Letter: 8.0 65.7 in 1.1 in. 0.12 in. 0.13 in. Min. 2 sheets 0.13 in. Recommended printing area Printable area Printable Area (width height) Max. 6 sheets Specifications 0.2 in.
Page 183: Index
Index Application Error Background printing (Macintosh) Background printing (Windows) Banner Paper BCI-3eBK BCI-3eC BCI-3eM BCI-3eY BJ Print Monitor (Macintosh) BJ Status Monitor (Macintosh) BJ Status Monitor (Windows) Booklet Printing Borderless Printing Canceling a Print Job (Macintosh) Canceling a Print Job (Windows) CAPT driver Index 35, 155, 159...
Page 184 Chooser (Macintosh) Cleaning Cleaning the Printer Client (Macintosh) Compatible Media Types Deep Cleaning Duplex Printing ECP mode Envelopes Error Message Fit-to-page Printing Front cover Gamma Correction (Macintosh) General Protection Fault Glossy Photo Cards FM-101 Glossy Photo Paper GP-301/GP-301N High Gloss Photo Film HG-201...
Page 185 Ink Tank Media Type (Macintosh) Media Type (Windows) Network (Macintosh) Nozzle Check Pattern Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) Page Setup Dialog Box (Macintosh) Page Size (Windows) Paper feed roller Paper Guide Paper Jams Paper Output Tray Paper Rest...
Page 186 Print Mode (Macintosh) Print server (Macintosh) Printable area Printer Driver (Macintosh) Printer Driver (Windows) Printer port Printer Port (Parallel) Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) Printhead Holder Printhead Lock Lever Printing Area Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Quiet Mode Replacing an Ink Tank...
Page 187 Simulate illustration (Macintosh) Simulate illustration (Windows) Specifications Transparencies CF-102 Transporting the Printer T-Shirt Transfers TR-201 Uninstalling Printer Drivers (Macintosh) Uninstalling Printer Drivers (Windows) USB Port When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Print Head WPS driver Index 152, 162...

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