Page 1 Canon and BJ are registered trademarks, and Bubble Jet is a trademark of Canon Inc. Copyright Copyright© 1997 by Canon Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmit- ted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Canon Inc.
Page 2: Welcome
Welcome Thank you for choosing the Canon FAX-B150 Bubble Jet facsimile. The compact, upright design of the fax means it takes up less space in your work area. The bubble jet print mechanism uses cut-sheet plain paper, so you get crisp reproductions of your fax documents and copies.
Page 3 TNV as described in EN60950. Canon recommend that any additional equipment connected in the installation is connected to one of these sockets. Do not connect additional equipment through parallel sockets elsewhere on the telephone line.
Page 4: For Your Safety (Australia Only)
For your safety (Australia only) To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug supplied must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power point which is effectively earthed through the normal household wiring. Extension cords used with the equipment must be three-core and be correctly wired to provide connection to earth. Wrongly wired extension cords are a major cause of fatalities.
Page 5: Precautions
Precautions General _________________________________________ Make sure the place where you set up the fax satisfies the following conditions: Over 32.5 C Under 10 C • Use the fax only within the following temperature and humidity ranges. Ambient temperature: 10 to 32.5 C Ambient humidity: 10% to 80% RH (no condensation) •...
Page 6: Others
• Never use liquids or drink beverages around the fax. Liquids spilled on the fax can cause a fire or electrical shock. If you accidentally spill a liquid on the fax, unplug it immediately and call your Canon service representative.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 1. SETTING UP 2. PREPARING TO USE YOUR viii How to use this User’s Guide ... ii Welcome ... iii Features ... iii Notice for connection to telecommunication systems in the United Kingdom and Republic of lreland ... iv For your safety (Australia only) ...
Page 8 Table of Contents 3. HANDLING DOCUMENTS 4. MAKING COPIES 5. SENDING FAXES 6. RECEIVING FAXES Registering One-touch Speed Dialling numbers and names ... 36 Registering Coded Speed Dialling numbers and names ... 38 Special dialling ... 39 Registering the access type and the outside line number ... 40 Using alternative telephone networks (UK only) ...
Page 9 Table of Contents 7. SETTINGS AND ACTIVITY REPORTS 8. SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Network FAX/TEL Switching (Australia only) ... 73 Setting the fax for Network Switch ... 73 Operation for Network Switch System ... 74 Network FAX/TEL Switching (New Zealand only) ... 75 Setting the fax Network ...
Page 10 Table of Contents Specifications ... 115 Appendix ... 117 Document sizes ...117 What happens when Fax/Tel Mode is selected ... 118 Glossary ... 119 Index ... 123...
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Page 12: Setting Up
SETTING UP Unpacking ... 2 Assembling the fax ... 5 Loading the paper ... 7 Installing the BJ cartridge ... 9 Connecting the phone line ... 14 Setting up to receive faxes ... 17 Removing the shipping materials ... 4 Attaching components ...
Page 13: Unpacking
Unpacking As you unpack the fax, save the carton and packing material in case you want to move or ship the unit in the future. Carefully remove all items from the box. It is best to have someone hold the box while you lift the fax and its protective packaging out of the carton.
Page 14 If any of these items are damaged or missing, notify your Canon dealer immediately. Main unit Power cord* Faceplate (Attached to the unit) * The shape of the power cord varies depending on the country of purchase. ** The shape of the telephone line varies depending on the country of purchase.
Page 15: Removing The Shipping Materials
Removing the shipping materials ______________ Remove the shipping materials as shown below. Remove these tapes Open the front cover Remove this tape Pull Open Be sure to also remove any shipping materials from the paper tray cover and the paper tray.
Page 16: Assembling The Fax
Assembling the fax To see how the fax looks fully assembled, see Main components of the fax, p. 24. Attaching components ________________________ Paper Tray Make sure the paper lever is in the position sure the two knobs fit in the appropriate slots on the fax. This symbol indicates the use of a function (envelope...
Page 17: Attaching The Optional Handset
Attaching the optional handset* ______________ *The handset is available as an option in some countries. Remove the screws on the left side of the fax. Place the handset on its cradle. Connecting the AC power cord ________________ Plug the fax into a 200–240 volt AC 50/60 Hz outlet. Plug the power cord connector into the rear of the unit.
Page 18: Loading The Paper
Loading the paper Selecting the right kind of paper ______________ The quality of the paper you use affects the print quality of the fax. Using paper that meets the following specifications will ensure the best possible printing results. Quality Use plain bond, typewriter quality without curls, folds, or rough edges.
Page 19 Align the right edge of the paper stack with the right edge of the paper tray and insert halfway into the paper tray. Insert the paper stack into the paper tray until it stops. Do not force the paper down into the fax. •...
Page 20: Installing The Bj Cartridge
BJ cartridge. You have been using the BJ cartridge for over one year. • To ensure optimum print quality, Canon recommends the use of the cartridges designated by Canon. Canon accepts no liability or responsi- bility for damages caused by the use of any cartridge other than those designated by Canon.
Page 21: Handling The Bj Cartridge
Handling the BJ cartridge _____________________ • Leave the BJ cartridge in its packaging until you are ready to use it to prevent it from drying out. • Store BJ cartridges out of the reach of children. The ink contains isopropyl alcohol 67-63-0.
Page 22: Installing The Bj Cartridge
Installing the BJ cartridge _____________________ Open the front cover of the fax. Remove the print head cap from the BJ cartridge. Installing the BJ cartridge Raise the green cartridge release lever. Thickness lever Make sure the paper thickness lever is set to the paper position (left position).
Page 23 Insert the BJ cartridge. Align the slot in the cartridge with the yellow post in the fax. The yellow post (BJ cartridge guide) should be visible through the slot. The BJ cartridge tilts slightly to the left in the loaded position. Close the front cover of the fax.
Page 24 The fax automatically prints a test page. The fax prints a test page every time you insert a BJ cartridge. T h i s i s a t e s t s h e e t d e s i g n e d t o t e s t t h e p r i n t q u a l i t y o f t h i s u n i t . P l e a s e r e f e r t o t h e t e s t p a t t e r n s b e l o w .
Page 25: Connecting The Phone Line
Connecting a telephone _______________________ Connect the end of the telephone cord to the jack. Users in the UK only: When you connect a telephone, be sure to connect the B.T. adaptor. Contact your Canon supplier for more information. B.T. adaptor UK only...
Page 26: Connecting The Optional Handset
If you connect an answering machine, refer to Ans. Machine Mode, p. 21. Users in the UK only: When you connect an extension phone or answering machine, be sure to connect the B.T. adaptor. Contact your Canon supplier for more information. Connecting the phone line B.T. adaptor...
Page 27: Setting The Tel Line Type
Setting the TEL LINE TYPE* ___________________ Your fax is factory set to work with rotary pulse telephone lines**. If you have a tone line, you will need to change the telephone line setting as follows. * TEL LINE TYPE cannot be set in Hong Kong, Norway and Denmark. The factory default setting for the UK and Singapore is touch tone.
Page 28: Setting Up To Receive Faxes
Setting up to receive faxes Selecting the receiving mode __________________ Before you set up the receiving mode on your fax, you should determine how you plan to use your fax: Are you able to dedicate the use of one telephone line to the fax only to receive document transmissions from other fax machines? If yes, choose Fax Only Mode (see below).
Page 29: Fax Only Mode
Make sure the fax is set to “Fax Only Mode” (see above). The fax assumes all incoming calls are from another fax machine sending a document. It receives the documents automatically. Fax Only Mode...
Page 30: Fax/Tel Mode
Fax/Tel Mode ___________________________________ If you only have one phone line in your office, you can set the fax to receive both documents and telephone calls. You need to have the optional handset or an extension phone connected to your fax for this mode. See pp. 14, 15. Setting Fax/Tel Mode The fax is set up at the factory to this mode.
Page 31: Manual Mode
You can set the fax to ring every time it receives a call so that you can personally check if it is from a fax machine or from a person. Keep in mind that you cannot use Manual Mode if a document is in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) waiting to be sent.
Page 32: Ans. Machine Mode
Ans. Machine Mode ____________________________ Use Ans. Machine Mode if you have an answering machine connected to the fax. By setting this mode, you can receive documents automatically, and messages from people calling when you are out. See p. 15 for details on connecting an answering machine to your fax. Recording the outgoing message When recording a message...
Page 33 Set your answering machine to answer. The fax allows the answering machine to answer, then listens for a fax tone, and switches to receive mode automatically if it detects the tone. If the fax runs out of paper or ink, it receives the document and stores it in memory.
Page 34: Your Fax
PREPARING TO USE YOUR FAX Main components of the fax ... 24 Fax controls — the Operation Panel ... 26 Registering your name and number ... 28 Registering One-touch Speed Dialling numbers and names ... 36 Registering Coded Speed Dialling numbers and names ...
Page 35: Main Components Of The Fax
Main components of the fax Front view ______________________________________ Extension For use with legal-size documents Paper tray Automatic document feeder (ADF) Paper tray cover/ document tray Document guide Operation panel Use the operation panel buttons to operate the fax. Front cover Speaker...
Page 36: Rear View
Rear view _______________________________________ Power cord connector Handset jack Main components of the fax Telephone line jack Extension phone jack...
Page 37: Fax Fax Controls - The Operation Panel
Fax controls — the Operation Panel PQRS WXYZ PQRS WXYZ FUNCTION Press Press to access an outside line. CLEANING Press to clean the BJ cartridge print head. REPORT Press to print a transaction report, a list of registered numbers, or a list of settings. SEND OPTIONS Press to select a transmission mode.
Page 38 LCD Display Displays messages and prompts during operation. Displays selectable functions, numbers, and names when registering information. VOLUME RECEIVE MODE CODED DIAL FUNCTION REDIAL/PAUSE HOOK START/COPY HOOK HOOK Press to engage or disengage the telephone line (hands-free dialling). START/COPY START/COPY Press to start sending, receiving and copying.
Page 39: Registering Your Name And Number
Registering your name and number You should now register the time, date, and your name and fax number, which will appear at the top of every page you send. Moving through the main menus _______________ The fax includes a menu system that you use to register information and select fax and telephone operations.
Page 40: Entering A Number
After selecting or entering a value, press [START/COPY]. Repeat steps 4 and 5 as needed. When the operation is complete, press [STOP]. Registration ends and the fax returns to standby mode. After 60 seconds of no operation panel input, the fax returns to standby mode and any unregistered changes are lost.
Page 41: Entering A Name
Then press [ ] to switch to lowercase or uppercase entry mode. Press the numeric button repeatedly until the character you want appears in the display. For example, to enter Canon 1: Press the appropriate numeric button repeatedly until the desired character appears.
Page 42 Repeat the step 4 to enter “n”. Canon The next character is a space. Simply press [SPACE]. Canon _ Press [SPACE] once. The next character is a digit. Press the numeric button corresponding to the digit. (For digits other than 0 and 1, press repeatedly until the digit appears.) Canon 1 Press [1] once.
Page 43: Personalising Your Fax
It also includes the total number of pages sent if you send the document from memory. CANON U K CANON U S A FAX SAPORS LANE - BOOLE - DORSET - BH 25 8 ER TELEPHONE DOOLE ( 945 13 ) 51617...
Page 44: Registering The Date And Time
Registering the date and time __________________ Follow the steps below to set the date and time for your fax. The date and time appear in the LCD display as well as on the documents you send. Press [FUNCTION]. Wait a second for TEL REGISTRATION to appear. Use [ ] or [ ] to select USER SETTINGS.
Page 45: Registering Your Telephone/Fax Number And Name
Enter the time using the numeric buttons. Set the time using the 24-hour clock system. Precede single digits with a zero. Example: 07:30 = 7:30 a.m. 17:05 = 5:05 p.m. Press [START/COPY] when you finish entering the new time. Press [STOP]. Registration ends and the fax returns to standby.
Page 46 Press [STOP]. Registration ends and the fax returns to standby. Registering your name and number ENTER YOUR TEL START/COPY TEL= TEL= 1234 5678 SPACE CLEAR START/COPY DATA ENTRY OK USER NAME START/COPY CANON USA PQRS WXYZ START/COPY DATA ENTRY OK STOP...
Page 47: Registering One-Touch Speed Dialling Numbers And Names
Registering One-touch Speed Dialling numbers and names The quickest way to dial a fax number is to use One-touch Speed Dialling. This allows you to dial a number by pressing a single button. Before you can use One- touch Speed Dialling, you must register the receiving number with your fax. One-touch Speed Dialling assigns a fax number (up to 50 digits) to a One-touch Speed Dialling button (01 to 10).
Page 48 4 . To finish, press [STOP]. Applying the faceplate For quick reference, write the names for the One-touch Speed Dialling numbers you register on the faceplate. START/COPY DATA ENTRY OK 1-TOUCH SPD NAME 03=_ 03=CANON PQRS WXYZ START/COPY DATA ENTRY OK STOP...
Page 49: Registering Coded Speed Dialling Numbers And Names
Registering Coded Speed Dialling numbers and names Use Coded Speed Dialling to dial a fax number at the press of three buttons. Each two-digit (01-20) Coded Speed Dialling number can contain a fax number. You can register up to 20 locations with each number containing up to 50 digits. You can also register the name of the party (up to 16 characters);...
Page 50: Special Dialling
Special dialling This section explains how to dial through a switchboard, dial long distance numbers, register your number to an outside line and confirm a dial tone. Dialling through a switchboard (PBX) A PBX (private branch exchange) is an on-site telephone switchboard. If your fax is connected through a switchboard, dial an outside line access number first.
Page 51: Registering The Access Type And The Outside Line Number
Registering the access type and outside line access number __________________________________ When the fax is connected to a PBX or other telephone switching system, you can register the access type and outside access line number under the [R] button. Once you have registered them, you simply need to press [R] before dialling a fax or telephone number.
Page 52 If you chose PREFIX in step 5, enter the outside line access number (up to 19 digits) using the numeric buttons and then press [REDIAL/ PAUSE]. Press [START/COPY]. Press [STOP]. If you want to use the [05] button for One-touch Speed Dialling instead of using it for registering the access type and outside line access number, follow steps 1 to 3.
Page 53: Using Alternative Telephone Networks (Uk Only)
The procedures described in this chapter show you how to use your fax with the 2300 Service of Mercury Communications Limited. For details on using your fax with alternative telephone services, contact your Canon authorised representative. Attaching the M label___________________________ Before operating the fax, attach the M label as shown below.
Page 54 Use [ ] or [ ] to select ON. Press [START/COPY] twice. Enter the access code (up to 19 digits) using the numeric buttons. Press [REDIAL/PAUSE]. Press [START/COPY] twice. Enter the ID code (up to 19 digits) using the numeric buttons. •...
Page 55: Sending With A Registered Long-Distance Service
Sending with a registered long-distance service Feed the document face-down into the Auto- matic Document Feeder (ADF). See Loading the document, p. 49. Press [M]. Dial the other party’s fax number. Press [START/COPY]. The fax automatically dials the access code and ID code registered under the [M] button.
Page 56: Registering Speed Dialling With The M Button
Registering speed dialling with the M button __ Follow this procedure to enter your access code and ID code when you register a number for One-touch or Coded Speed dialling. This allows you to send documents over the 2300 Service of Mercury Communications Limited at the press of one or a few buttons.
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Page 58: Handling Documents
HANDLING DOCUMENTS Preparing documents ... 48 Types of documents you can scan ... 48 Loading the document ... 49 Setting the resolution and density ... 51...
Page 59: Preparing Documents
Preparing documents Types of documents you can scan ______________ Size The fax can scan standard A4, letter, or legal size documents. Thickness Each sheet of the document should be of the same thickness and between 0.08 mm and 0.13 mm thick with a paper weight between 75 and 90 g/m Effective image size The actual scanned image size for the fax is shown below.
Page 60: Loading The Document
Loading the document __________________________ For a multipage document, tap the document on a flat surface to even the stack. You can load up to 20 A4 or letter size sheets, or 10 legal size sheets at a time into the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF).
Page 61: Adding Pages To The Document
Adding pages to the document You can load up to 20 A4 or letter size sheets, or 10 legal size sheets at a time into the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF). For longer documents, wait until the twentieth sheet has started feeding, then load up to 20 more sheets (10 for legal size).
Page 62: Setting The Resolution And Density
Setting the resolution and density______________ You can control the resolution and density of the fax reproduction when sending or copying documents. What is resolution Resolution defines the quality of the document reproduction. STANDARD is enough for most text documents. Documents with very fine print should be set to FINE. Documents with photographs should be set to PHOTO.
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Page 64: Making Copies
MAKING COPIES Copying documents ... 54...
Page 65: Copying Documents
Copying documents One of the convenient features of the fax is its ability to make high quality copies. You can make up to 99 copies of one document at a time. Feed the document face-down into the Auto- matic Document Feeder (ADF). See Loading the document, p.
Page 66 SENDING FAXES Preparing to send a document ... 56 Sending documents ... 57 Delayed Sending ... 63 Sequential broadcasting ... 66 Sending methods ... 56 Dialling methods ... 56 Direct Sending ... 57 Manual Sending ... 57 Automatic Dialling ... 58 Memory Sending ...
Page 67: Preparing To Send A Document
Preparing to send a document Before you send a document please refer to: Types of documents you can scan, p. 48. Loading the document, p. 49. Adding pages to the document, p. 50. Setting the resolution and density, p. 51. Sending methods _______________________________ Direct Sending (See p.
Page 68: Sending Documents
Sending documents Direct Sending __________________________________ To scan and transmit a document one page at a time without storing it in memory first, follow the steps below. This procedure is called “Direct sending”. Use Direct Sending if you want to visually confirm that the fax scans the document. Each page is scanned as it is sent.
Page 69: Automatic Dialling
One-touch Speed Dialling button or press [CODED DIAL] and re-enter the code. If an error message appears on the LCD, correct the error and press [STOP]. If necessary, refer to Frequently Asked Questions, p. 104. FINE CANON USA 12345678999 CODED DIAL CANON CANADA 2345678999...
Page 70: Memory Sending
You can send up to 21 A4-size pages at a time with Memory Sending (based on the Canon FAX Standard Chart No.1- standard resolution). If the memory becomes full while scanning your document, MEMORY FULL is displayed on the LCD.
Page 71: Cancelling Sending
Cancelling Sending _____________________________ To stop sending before the fax is finished, press [STOP]. Then you may need to open the operation panel to remove the document, see Clearing document jams, p. 62. Redialling _______________________________________ Manual To start dialling again, just press [REDIAL/PAUSE]. (When you press [REDIAL/ PAUSE], the previous number dialled with the numeric buttons is redialled.) Automatic The fax automatically redials twice after the first attempt at sending fails (eg.
Page 72: Messages Displayed During Sending
Other party’s number 789 3456 Other party’s name CANON INC. (For some models, the other party’s name may not be displayed.) After the document is sent, the fax beeps once and the display tells you when the transmission has ended.
Page 73: Clearing Document Jams (Ejecting A Document From The Adf)
Clearing document jams (ejecting a document from the ADF) __________________________________ Removing a jammed sheet Hold down the fax with your left hand, and gently pull the operation panel with your right hand. Do not press on the LCD display. Gently push the operation panel shut until it clicks.
Page 74: Delayed Sending
Delayed Sending Your fax can send documents automatically at a preset time. This allows you to take advantage of lower late night long-distance rates offered by some telephone companies. You can use any dialling method to dial fax numbers to send a document to up to 31 destinations at a preset time.
Page 75: Sending Other Documents While The Fax Is Set For Delayed Sending
Press [START/COPY]. Dial the other party’s fax number. You can enter the other party’s fax number using the numeric buttons, One-touch Speed Dialling (see p. 58), or Coded Speed Dialling (see p. 58). If you use the numeric buttons, press [START/ COPY] after entering the number to register it before going on to the next number.
Page 76: Cancelling Delayed Sending
Cancelling Delayed Sending ____________________ Press [FUNCTION]. Wait a second for TEL REGISTRATION to appear. Press [SEND OPTIONS]. Use [ ] or [ ] to select DELAYED TX. Press [START/COPY]. Wait a second for SET TIME to appear. Press [CLEAR]. Press [START/COPY]. Delayed Sending is cancelled.
Page 77: Sequential Broadcasting
You can also include one destination using Regular dialling. Remember that when using regular dialling, you must press [START/COPY] after entering the number. You can send up to 21 A4-size pages (based on the Canon FAX Standard Chart No.1-standard resolution).
Page 78 RECEIVING FAXES Receiving documents ... 68 Network FAX/TEL Switching (Australia only) ... 73 Network FAX/TEL Switching (New Zealand only).. 75 Receiving documents in Manual Mode ... 68 Receiving documents in Fax Only Mode ... 69 Receiving documents in Fax/Tel Mode ... 69 Receiving documents in Ans.
Page 79: Receiving Documents
You may want to set your fax to Manual Mode if you want to personally monitor every call, whether from a fax machine or a person. For Manual Mode, you need to have the optional handset or an extension phone connected to your fax.
Page 80: Receiving Documents In Fax Only Mode
You can set the fax to monitor all incoming calls over the fax/telephone line. When the fax receives an incoming call, it checks to see if the call is from another fax machine trying to send a document or from someone wanting to talk to you. You need to have the optional handset or an extension phone connected to your fax for this mode.
Page 81: Receiving Documents In Ans. Machine Mode
If the call is from a person, the caller can leave a message. If the call is from a fax machine, your fax receives the document automatically. See p. 15 for instructions on how to connect the answering machine to the fax.
Page 82: Receiving Documents In Memory
Cause: The front cover is open. CHK. FRONT COVER Action: Close the front cover. The fax can store up to 15 A4-size pages (based on the Canon FAX Standard Chart No.1). When the memory contains documents, the LCD displays REC’D IN MEMORY alternating with the error message.
Page 83: Printing Documents In Memory
Printing documents in memory ________________ Except when you run out of paper, the fax will automatically print out the contents stored in memory when you remedy the cause of the problem. If running out of recording paper caused memory reception, add recording paper and press [STOP] to begin printing the stored page(s).
Page 84: Network Fax/Tel Switching (Australia Only)
Network FAX/TEL Switching (Australia only) Telstra offers the FaxStream DUET capability. If you subscribe to this service, your line is assigned two numbers: one for fax and one for phone. When the fax number is called, the network sends a specific ringing tone which your unit recognises and automatically handles as a fax call.
Page 85: Operation For Network Switch System
Pick up the handset and talk normally. If you hear a slow beep, it means the call is from a fax machine trying to send a document. Press [START/COPY] to receive the document. If you do not pick up the handset, the fax continues to ring until the other party hangs up.
Page 86: Network Fax/Tel Switching (New Zealand Only)
Network FAX/TEL Switching (New Zealand only) Telecom N.Z. offers the FaxAbility capability. If you subscribe to this service, your line is assigned two numbers: one for fax and one for phone. When the fax number is called, the network sends a specific ringing tone which your unit recognises and automatically handles as a fax call.
Page 87: Operation For Network Switch System
Pick up the handset and talk normally. If you hear a slow beep, it means the call is from a fax machine trying to send a document. Press [START/COPY] to receive the document. If you do not pick up the handset, the fax continues to ring until the other party hangs up.
Page 88 SETTINGS AND ACTIVITY REPORTS User menu settings ... 78 Settings ... 81 Activity reports ... 87 Restricting use of the fax ... 93 How to change a setting ... 81 How to print a report ... 87 Activity management report ... 88 One-touch Speed Dialling list ...
Page 89: User Menu Settings
User menu settings The following illustrates the user menu settings in hierarchical order. The TEL REGISTRATION, USER SETTINGS, REPORT SETTINGS, TX SETTINGS, RX SETTINGS, FAX PRINTER, and SYSTEM SETTINGS menus comprise the items shown on the following pages. Take a few minutes to familiarise yourself with the user menu settings. FUNCTION SELECT MENU Whenever you make a change to a setting, press [START/COPY] and confirm that...
Page 90 The TEL REGISTRATION menu contains the following settings. TEL REGISTRATION The USER SETTINGS menu contains the following settings. USER SETTINGS *TEL LINE TYPE cannot be set in Hong Kong, Norway and Denmark. The REPORT SETTINGS menu contains the following settings. REPORT SETTINGS The TX SETTINGS menu contains the following settings.
Page 91 The RX SETTINGS menu contains the following settings. RX SETTINGS The FAX PRINTER menu contains the following settings. FAX PRINTER The SYSTEM SETTINGS menu contains the following settings. SYSTEM SETTINGS START/COPY START/COPY START/COPY ECM RX FAX/TEL SWITCH INCOMING RING MAN/AUTO SWITCH REMOTE RX MEMORY RX (Australia and New...
Page 92: Settings
Settings The fax has seven sets of settings that control its various modes of operation. The settings and how to change them are described below. How to change a setting ________________________ There are two basic types of settings, selectable settings and numeric entry settings. The following example shows how to make both types of changes.
Page 93 Use [ ] or [ ] to select ON. Press [START/COPY]. Use the numeric buttons to enter a new ring count, for example 3. Press [START/COPY]. Press [STOP] to finish registration and return to standby mode. START/COPY DATA ENTRY OK RING COUNT START/COPY DATA ENTRY OK...
Page 94: Settings Settings
TEL REGISTRATION Factory settings are in bold. For instructions on how to change a setting, refer to How to change a setting, pp. 81, 82. Name Description See Registering One-touch Speed Dialling numbers and 1-TOUCH DIAL names, p. 36. CODED DIAL See Registering Coded Speed Dialling numbers and names, p.
Page 95: Report Settings
Name TEL LINE TYPE* PSTN/PBX SET PSTN M-KEY SETTING (UK only) ACCESS CODE ID CODE * TEL LINE TYPE cannot be set in HongKong, Norway and Denmark. ** TOUCH TONE is the default setting in the UK and Singapore. REPORT SETTINGS Factory settings are in bold.
Page 96 TX SETTINGS Factory settings are in bold. For instructions on how to change a setting, refer to How to change a setting, pp. 81, 82. Name Description Enable/disable error correction during transmission. ECM TX Set the length of the pause you insert into a dialling MID PAUSE SET sequence.
Page 97: System Settings
FAX PRINTER Factory settings are in bold. For instructions on how to change a setting, refer to How to change a setting, pp. 81, 82. Name PAPER SIZE RX REDUCTION REDUCTION RATE SEL. REDUCE DIR PRT DIRECTION SYSTEM SETTINGS Factory settings are in bold. For instructions on how to change a setting, refer to How to change a setting, pp. 81, 82. Name UN/LOCK PHONE PASSWORD...
Page 98: Activity Reports
Activity reports Your fax keeps track of most of its sending and receiving operations. These operations can be printed out in the form of activity reports that can help you confirm the dates and times of facsimile transmissions and whether or not each transaction was successful.
Page 99: Activity Management Report
Activity management report ____________________ Summarises the information for the sending and receiving activities of your fax after 20 transactions. For automatic printing see ACTIVITY REPORT in REPORT SETTINGS, p. 84. 0 1 / 1 2 / 9 7 1 0 : 1 2 FAX 3 2 1 4 5 6 7 7 7 7 S T A R T T I M E C O N N E C T I O N T E L C O N N E C T I O N I D...
Page 100: Coded Speed Dialling List
Coded Speed Dialling list _______________________ Lists information for each of the registered Coded Speed Dialling numbers. 0 1 / 1 2 / 9 7 1 0 : 1 2 FAX 3 2 1 4 5 6 7 7 7 7 S D # C O N N E C T I O N T E L [ * 0 1 ]...
Page 101: User's Data List
See TX CONFIRM REP. in REPORT SETTINGS, p. 84. CANON U . S . A . * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *...
Page 102: Rx (Receiving) Report
(Sending). See TX REPORT in REPORT SETTINGS, p. 84. CANON U.S.A. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *...
Page 103: Memory Clear List
CANON U.S.A. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *...
Page 104: Restricting Use Of The Fax
Restricting use of the fax Use the lock feature of the FAX-B150 to prevent unauthorised use of the fax. When the lock feature is on, your fax cannot be used to send faxes without entering the registered password. To restrict access to the LOCK PHONE setting, you need to register a password. Set the password and LOCK PHONE setting as explained below.
Page 105: Changing The Access Password
Enter the current four-digit access password using the numeric buttons. The password is not displayed as you enter it. Press [START/COPY]. Use [ ] or [ ] to select ON. Press [START/COPY]. Press [STOP]. Changing the access password _________________ Follow steps 1 to 3 on p. 93. OLD appears in the display.
Page 106: Cancelling The Restriction Setting
Cancelling the restriction setting _______________ Follow steps 1 and 2 on p. 93. Press [START/COPY]. Use [ ] or [ ] to select LOCK PHONE. Press [START/COPY]. Enter the current four-digit access password using the numeric buttons. The password is not displayed as you enter it. Press [START/COPY].
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Page 108 SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Paper Jams ... 98 Periodic care ... 100 Frequently Asked Questions ... 104 Print quality problems ... 109 Error codes, messages and solutions ... 110 In case of a power failure ... 113 Specifications ... 115 Appendix ...
Page 109: Paper Jams
Paper jams Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) jams _______ To remove a jammed document Hold down the fax with your left hand, and gently pull the operation panel with your right hand. Do not push the LCD display. Gently push the operation panel shut until it clicks.
Page 110: Recording Paper Jams
Recording paper jams___________________________ To remove jammed paper Remove the paper tray cover. Open the front cover. Close the front cover. Remove the recording paper. Pull the sheet out slowly from the top or bottom. Load the paper (see Loading the paper, p.
Page 111: Periodic Care
Periodic care Cleaning the fax exterior _______________________ To keep the exterior of the fax clean, gently wipe the fax with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water. Never use thinner, benzene, alcohol or any other organic solvent, as it may damage the surface of the fax.
Page 112: Cleaning The Printer Area
Cleaning the printer area _______________________ Clean the printer area regularly to prevent accumulation of paper dust and ink spots. To clean the printer area Disconnect the power cord. Clean the printer area with a soft, dry cloth. Platen Roller Remove any ink mist or paper debris from the interior of the printer using a soft cloth.
Page 113: Cleaning The Bj Cartridge Print Head
Cleaning the BJ cartridge print head ___________ To maintain the best possible print quality, the BJ cartridge print head needs to be cleaned from time to time. If you notice some degradation in the print quality, try cleaning the print head. Cleaning the print head consumes a small amount of ink.
Page 114: Replacing The Bj Cartridge
Replacing the BJ cartridge______________________ Replace the BJ cartridge when you see the message CHANGE CARTRIDGE displayed. Open the front cover of the fax. Remove the cartridge. Dispose of the BJ cartridge properly. You may want to place it in a plastic bag to keep from spilling any residual ink.
Page 115: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Refer to this section if you experience trouble operating your fax. TRANSMITTING Cannot send a document? • Is the fax set for the type of telephone line in use (pulse/tone)? If you have a pulse line, be sure the fax is set for pulse dialling. If you are not sure about what type of line you have, contact your local telephone company.
Page 116: Receiving
RECEIVING Cannot receive a document automatically? • Is the fax set to receive automatically? For the fax to receive automatically, the LCD must display “Fax/Tel”, “Fax Only” or “AnsMode”. Press [RECEIVE MODE] to display “Fax/ Tel Mode”“Fax Only Mode”or “Ans. Machine Mode” on the operation panel.
Page 117: Telephone
Cannot receive using Error Correction Mode (ECM)? • Does the other party’s fax support ECM? Some fax units do not support ECM transmission. If the other party’s fax does not support ECM, the document is sent in the normal mode without error checking.
Page 118: Copying
COPYING Cannot make a copy? • Was the [HOOK] button pressed? You cannot make copies if [HOOK] was pressed. Press [HOOK] to release it. • Make sure the handset is on the hook. • Make sure a document is set in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) and the LCD displays the current resolution.
Page 119 Cannot get faxes from information services? • Is your fax connected to a rotary dial telephone line? Press [TONE] to receive faxes from information services that require touch-tone telephone lines for transmission. Nothing shows on the display? • Is the power plug firmly plugged in? Check the plug and be sure it is firmly plugged into the socket.
Page 120: Print Quality Problems
Print quality problems If the printout is unsatisfactory, consider the following suggestions: Most paper has a right side and a wrong side. If the print quality is poor, try turning the paper over and printing on the other side. If characters and images are blurred, check that you are using the correct kind of paper, see p.
Page 121: Error Codes, Messages And Solutions
Error codes, messages and solutions The following table summarises the error codes that appear on Activity reports (see p. 87), the displayed messages and what to do for each error. Message BUSY/NO SIGNAL CHANGE CARTRIDGE CHECK DOCUMENT CHECK PRINTER CHECK REC PAPER Error Code Cause #005/018...
Page 122 Message Error Code CHK. FRONT COVER – DOC. TOO LONG #003 HANG UP PHONE – MEMORY FULL #037 MULTI TRANS. ON – NO RX PAPER #012 NO TEL # #022 Error codes, messages and solutions Cause Action The front cover is Close the front cover.
Page 123 Message OUT OF RANGE PUT IN CARTRIDGE REC’D IN MEMORY REC.PAPER JAM REDIALING START AGAIN STOP KEY PRESSED TALK TIMER Error Code Cause The number you entered is out of range. The BJ cartridge is – not installed. – The paper or ink ran out, or a paper jam occurred, so the fax received the docu-...
Page 124: In Case Of A Power Failure
In case of a power failure The user data settings and registered data for One-touch Speed Dialling and Coded Speed Dialling are saved during a power failure using a built-in battery. However, documents stored in the fax memory will be deleted. If a power failure occurs or the power is turned off, the fax will automatically print a Memory Clear List as soon as the power is turned on or the power is restored.
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Page 126: Specifications
One-touch Speed Dialling (Registration for 10 numbers) Coded Speed Dialling (Registration for 20 numbers) 216 mm 210 mm 148 mm 279 mm 356 mm 8.00 dots/mm Standard: 3.85 lines/mm Fine: 7.7 lines/mm Based on the Canon FAX Standard Chart No.1, Standard mode.
Page 127 Power consumption: Operating environment: Dimensions: Weight: Specifications subject to change without notice. Specifications Type: Canon BX-3 (single cartridge ink supply) Ink colour: Black Print head: 64 bubble jet nozzles Approx. 29 ml 200–240 V/50–60 Hz Standby: Approx. 8 W 20 C room temp.
Page 128: Appendix
Document sizes The following illustrations show the maximum and minimum document sizes that can be fed into the fax. 216 mm Up to a maximum of 32 minutes for sending each page 1 m in length The actual scanned image size for the fax is shown below. 208 mm 1.0 3.5 mm The margin on either side of the sheet and the margin on the top and bottom are not...
Page 129: What Happens When Fax/Tel Mode Is Selected
What happens when Fax/Tel Mode is selected Type of call Tel. charges begin for caller. RING START TIME (Factory setting = 8 sec.) F/T RING TIME (Factory setting = 22 sec.) Receive (Factory setting) and Disconnect Not all fax machines are capable of sending a FAX TONE.
Page 130: Glossary
This printing method provides a fast speed. See also Unidirectional printing. Bits per second. Refers to the speed with which a fax machine sends and receives data. Broadcasting Transmitting documents to more than one location (through the fax’s memory).
Page 131 The button that engages and disengages the telephone line. Ink cartridge The special type of ink cartridge used with Canon Bubble Jet fax machines. The ink cartridge for the fax includes the print head and ink. Use the BX-3 cartridge only.
Page 132 Manual redialling When you use Regular dialling, you can redial a num- ber manually simply by pressing [REDIAL] on the operation panel. The last number called is the num- ber redialled. Memory Sending Scans a document into memory before the fax dials the numbers and sends it.
Page 133 STANDARD A document setting for sending normal typewritten or printed documents containing only text and no drawings, photographs, or illustrations. Standby The mode in which the fax is on and ready to use. All operations start from standby mode when the LCD displays the date and time.
Page 134: Index
Activity Management Report automatic print out of, 84 explanation, 88 Activity Report automatic print out of, 84 errors and, 110 explanation, 87, 90, 91 turning on/off, 84 Adding pages when sending, 50 Adjusting pause time, 39, 85 Alarm volume of, 83 Answering machine connecting, 15 receiving documents and, 70...
Page 135 Feeding documents into fax, Frequently Asked Questions, Handset attaching, 6 connecting, 15 cartridge. See Bubble-Jet cartridge Installing answering machine, 15 Bubble-Jet cartridge, 11 extension phone, 15 paper, 7 Jack answering machine, 15 extension phone, 15 telephone line, 14 Jams document, 62, 98 paper, 62, 98, 99 Lightening documents, 51, 83 Loading paper, 7...
Page 136 clearing document jams when, 62 darkening documents when, 51, 83 Delayed, 63 Direct, 57 documents with fine lines, 51 documents with photos/ illustrations, 51 ECM, 85 feeding documents for, 49 lightening documents when, 51, 83 Manual, 57 Memory, 59 non-usable types of documents when, 48 preparing documents before, redialling and, 60...
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Canon FaxPhone B150 User Manual

Welcome

Features

For Your Safety (Australia Only)

Precautions

1 Setting up

Unpacking

Assembling the Fax

Loading the Paper

Installing the BJ Cartridge

Connecting the Phone Line

Setting up to Receive Faxes

Main Components of the Fax

FAX Fax Controls - the Operation Panel

Registering Your Name and Number

Registering One-Touch Speed Dialling Numbers and Names

Registering Coded Speed Dialling Numbers and Names

Special Dialling

Using Alternative Telephone Networks (UK Only)

3 Handling Documents

Preparing Documents

4 Making Copies

Copying Documents

5 Sending

Preparing to Send a Document

Sending Documents

Delayed Sending

Sequential Broadcasting

Receiving Documents

Network FAX/TEL Switching (Australia Only)

Network FAX/TEL Switching (New Zealand Only)

7 Settings

User Menu Settings

Settings

Activity Reports

Restricting Use of the Fax

Paper Jams

Periodic Care

Frequently Asked Questions

Print Quality Problems

Error Codes, Messages and Solutions

In Case of a Power Failure

Specifications

Appendix

Glossary

Index

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