Canon PRO-10 Series Manual

Canon PRO-10 Series Manual

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Overview of the Printer
(Including Proper Care and Setting
Changes)
How to Use the On-Screen Manuals,
Printing Procedures
Before Using Your Product
MC-6785-V1.10

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  • Page 1 Overview of the Printer (Including Proper Care and Setting Changes) How to Use the On-Screen Manuals, Printing Procedures Before Using Your Product MC-6785-V1.10...
  • Page 2 Before uninstalling the on-screen manuals, exit all on-screen manuals that are opening. From the Go menu of Finder, choose Applications Double-click the Canon Utilities folder and then the IJ Manual folder Delete the on-screen manual Drag the folder with the name of your model to the Trash.
  • Page 3 Home You Can Do the Following Useful Software Let's create various artworks by using images and videos You can also print by performing simple operations...
  • Page 4 Home How to Use the On-Screen Manuals, Printing Procedures How to Use the On-Screen Manuals, Printing Procedures Operating the On-Screen Manuals Printing the On-Screen Manuals Using Keywords to Find a Document Registering Documents to My Manual Symbols Used in This Document Trademarks and Licenses Uninstalling the On-Screen Manuals Page top...
  • Page 5 Home > How to Use the On-Screen Manuals, Printing Procedures > Operating the On-Screen Manuals Operating the On-Screen Manuals On-screen manuals operation (1) Click Back/Forward to return to the previously displayed explanation window or to advance the explanation window that was redisplayed. (2) Click Home to display the top page of the on-screen manual in the explanation window.
  • Page 6 When you click a document title displayed in the contents pane found to the left of the on-screen manual, the documents of that title are displayed in the explanation window on the right side. When you click found to the left of , the document titles found in the lower hierarchies are displayed.
  • Page 7 (1) Click the green characters to jump to the corresponding document. (2) The cursor jumps to the top of this document. Window Used in Operation Explanation This on-screen manual describes with a window displayed when the Mac OS X v10.7 is used. Page top...
  • Page 8 *CREATIVE PARK PREMIUM is a premium content service available exclusively to customers who use genuine Canon ink for all colors. To use this service, you must have My Image Garden installed on your computer. When My Image Garden is installed, Image Display also opens.
  • Page 9 Home > How to Use the On-Screen Manuals, Printing Procedures > Registering Documents to My Manual Registering Documents to My Manual Register frequently read documents as My Manual documents so that you can refer to those documents easily at any time. Display the document Display the document to be added to My Manual.
  • Page 10 displayed in the contents pane or click the explanation window. Then click Add to My Manual displayed in the shortcut menu. In the contents pane, select the document title that you want to add to My Manual, and then click Add to My Manual at the bottom left of the contents pane. Display My Manual When you double-click a document title displayed in List of My Manual or select a document title and press the Return key or Enter key, that document is displayed in the explanation window.
  • Page 11 Home Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The Printer Cannot Be Powered On Printing Does Not Start Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Print Results Not Satisfactory Ink Is Not Ejected Paper Jams Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Cannot Print on the Disc Label Search Each Function Problems with Network Communication Problems with Printing...
  • Page 12 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Appendix for Network Communication Appendix for Network Communication Restrictions Initial Values Set at Factory (Network) Connecting the Printer to the Computer Using a USB Cable About Technical Terms When Detecting the Printers Have the Same Name Connecting to Other Computer with LAN/Changing the Connection Method from USB to LAN Page top...
  • Page 13 Home Overview of the Printer Overview of the Printer Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Printer Loading Paper Loading Paper Placing a Printable Disc Replacing an Ink Tank Replacing an Ink Tank Checking the Ink Status Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Performing Maintenance from a Computer...
  • Page 14 Home > Overview of the Printer > Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Printer Page top...
  • Page 15 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper Loading Paper Loading Paper Placing a Printable Disc Page top...
  • Page 16 Home > Overview of the Printer > Replacing an Ink Tank Replacing an Ink Tank Replacing an Ink Tank Checking the Ink Status Page top...
  • Page 17 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Printer Page top...
  • Page 18 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > Performing Maintenance from a Computer Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning Inside the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Aligning the Print Head Position Manually from Your Computer Maintaining the Ink Quality...
  • Page 19 Home > Overview of the Printer > Changing the Printer Settings Changing the Printer Settings Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Page top...
  • Page 20 Home > Overview of the Printer > Changing the Printer Settings > Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Registering a Changed Printing Profile Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise Changing the Printer Operation Mode Page top...
  • Page 21 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication About Network Communication Changing and Confirming Network Settings Appendix for Network Communication Page top...
  • Page 22 > Changing and Confirming Network Settings Changing and Confirming Network Settings IJ Network Tool Canon IJ Network Tool Screen Canon IJ Network Tool Menus Changing the Settings in the Wireless LAN Sheet Changing the WEP Detailed Settings Changing the WPA or WPA2 Detailed Settings...
  • Page 23 Home > Overview of the Printer > Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality Useful Information about Ink Key Points to Successful Printing Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper Canceling a Print Job Printer Handling Precautions Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer...
  • Page 24 Home Printing Printing Printing from a Computer Useful Software Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) Printing from a Device Other Than a Computer Printing from a Digital Camera Page top...
  • Page 25 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer Printing from a Computer Useful Software Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) Page top...
  • Page 26 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) Printing with Easy Setup Basic Various Printing Methods Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Overview of the Printer Driver Updating the Printer Driver Page top...
  • Page 27 Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Updating the Printer Driver Updating the Printer Driver Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List Before Installing the Printer Driver Installing the Printer Driver Page top...
  • Page 28 Home > Printing > Printing from a Device Other Than a Computer Printing from a Device Other Than a Computer Printing from a Digital Camera Page top...
  • Page 29 Home > Printing > Printing from a Device Other Than a Computer > Printing from a Digital Camera Printing from a Digital Camera Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device About PictBridge Print Settings Page top...
  • Page 30 Home > How to Use the On-Screen Manuals, Printing Procedures > Printing the On-Screen Manuals Printing the On-Screen Manuals Click Print to display the print pane to the left of the on-screen manual. Note Click Print to close or display the print pane. The following four methods of printing are available: Print Current Document Print Selected Documents...
  • Page 31 Click Start Printing A message confirming the number of print pages is displayed. After you confirm the number of pages to be printed, and click Yes, a print dialog is displayed. Execute print Specify the necessary items, and click Print. The documents that are currently displayed are printed.
  • Page 32 Click Clear All to clear the check boxes of all document titles. Click Print Preview to display and check what the print results will look like before you actually print the document. Click Start Printing A message confirming the number of print pages is displayed. After you confirm the number of pages to be printed, and click Yes, a print dialog is displayed.
  • Page 33 Home > How to Use the On-Screen Manuals, Printing Procedures > Symbols Used in This Document Symbols Used in This Document Warning Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment. These must be observed for safe operation. Caution Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material damage caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
  • Page 34 Home > How to Use the On-Screen Manuals, Printing Procedures > Trademarks and Licenses Trademarks and Licenses Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
  • Page 35 SUCH DAMAGE. Apache License Version 2.0, January 2004 http://www.apache.org/licenses/ TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE, REPRODUCTION, AND DISTRIBUTION 1. Definitions. "License" shall mean the terms and conditions for use, reproduction, and distribution as defined by Sections 1 through 9 of this document. "Licensor"...
  • Page 36 then any patent licenses granted to You under this License for that Work shall terminate as of the date such litigation is filed. 4. Redistribution. You may reproduce and distribute copies of the Work or Derivative Works thereof in any medium, with or without modifications, and in Source or Object form, provided that You meet the following conditions: 1.
  • Page 37 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication Problems with Network Communication Problems with the Printer While Using with Network Cannot Detect a Printer on a Network Other Problems with Network Page top...
  • Page 38 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Problems with the Printer While Using with Network Problems with the Printer While Using with Network The Printer Stopped Working Suddenly Printing Speed Is Slow Cannot Use the Printer on Replacing an Access Point or Changing Its settings Page top...
  • Page 39 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Cannot Detect a Printer on a Network Cannot Detect a Printer on a Network Cannot Detect the Printer When Setting up Network Communication The Printer Cannot Be Detected in the Wireless LAN The Printer Cannot Be Detected in the Wired LAN Page top...
  • Page 40 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Other Problems with Network Other Problems with Network Forgot an Access Point Name, SSID, or a Network Key The Message Is Displayed on the Computer Screen During Setup The Admin Password Set to the Printer Was Forgotten Checking Information about the Network How to Restore the Printer's Network Settings to Factory Default Page top...
  • Page 41 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Problems with Printing Printing Does Not Start Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Paper Jams Cannot Print on the Disc Label Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Page top...
  • Page 42 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality Problems with Printing Quality Print Results Not Satisfactory Ink Is Not Ejected Page top...
  • Page 43 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with the Printer Problems with the Printer The Printer Cannot Be Powered On The Printer Turns Off Unintendedly Cannot Connect to Computer with a USB Cable Properly Cannot Communicate with the Printer with USB Connection Print Head Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing The Printer Is Vibrating/The Printer Makes the Operation Noise Even When the Printer Is Not in Use Page top...
  • Page 44 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Installation/Downloading Problems with Installation/Downloading Cannot Install the Printer Driver Uninstalling IJ Network Tool Page top...
  • Page 45 Home > Troubleshooting > About Errors/Messages Displayed About Errors/Messages Displayed If an Error Occurs Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Message Appears on the Computer Screen Error Message Appears on a PictBridge Compliant Device Page top...
  • Page 46 Home > How to Use the On-Screen Manuals, Printing Procedures > Using Keywords to Find a Document Using Keywords to Find a Document You can enter a keyword to search for a target document. All documents in the currently displayed on-screen manual are searched. Click Search The search pane is displayed to the left of the on-screen manual.
  • Page 47 Click Start Searching The search is started, and the titles of documents containing the keyword are displayed in the search results list. When you execute a search by entering multiple keywords, the search results are displayed as shown below. Documents Containing Perfect Match Documents containing the entire search character string (including spaces) exactly as entered (perfect match) Documents Containing All Keywords...
  • Page 48 Useful Functions Available on the Machine The following useful functions are available on the machine. Enjoy even more pleasant photography experience by utilizing various functions. Print Photos Easily Download Content Materials Print without a Computer Print Photos Easily Using an Application Organize Images Easily In My Image Garden, you can register the names of people and events to photos.
  • Page 49 PREMIUM Contents can be downloaded easily via My Image Garden. Downloaded PREMIUM Contents can be printed directly with My Image Garden. To print downloaded PREMIUM Contents, make sure that genuine Canon ink tanks/ink cartridges are installed for all colors on a supported printer.
  • Page 50 The designs of PREMIUM Contents provided in this page are subject to change without prior notice. Print Easily without a Computer You can directly print files saved on smartphones without using a computer. Print Easily from a Smartphone Use Easy-PhotoPrint (for iPhone/Android) to easily print photos saved on a smartphone wirelessly. You can also receive scanned data (PDF or JPEG) directly on a smartphone without using a computer.
  • Page 51: My Image Garden Guide

    Home > You Can Do the Following > Useful Software A001 Useful Software The following useful software can be used with the machine. My Image Garden Print Studio Pro Quick Menu My Image Garden My Image Garden is an application that allows you to utilize photos taken with digital cameras and other images saved on your computer, in many ways for various purposes.
  • Page 52 Note By default, Quick Menu starts automatically when you start up the computer. From the Go menu of Finder, select Applications, then double-click the Canon Utilities folder, Quick Menu folder, then Canon Quick Menu icon to start Quick Menu. If Image Display does not appear even when Quick Menu is started, click the (Start Image Display) icon.
  • Page 53 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Useful Software A002 Useful Software The following useful software can be used with the machine. My Image Garden Print Studio Pro Quick Menu My Image Garden My Image Garden is an application that allows you to utilize photos taken with digital cameras and other images saved on your computer, in many ways for various purposes.
  • Page 54 Note By default, Quick Menu starts automatically when you start up the computer. From the Go menu of Finder, select Applications, then double-click the Canon Utilities folder, Quick Menu folder, then Canon Quick Menu icon to start Quick Menu. If Image Display does not appear even when Quick Menu is started, click the (Start Image Display) icon.
  • Page 55 MA-9368-V1.00...
  • Page 56 Home > Overview of the Printer > Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality > Useful Information about Ink Useful Information about Ink How is ink used for various purposes other than printing? Ink may be used for purposes other than printing. Ink is not only used for printing, but also for cleaning the print head to maintain the optimal printing quality.
  • Page 57 Home > Overview of the Printer > Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality > Key Points to Successful Printing Key Points to Successful Printing Check the printer status before printing! Is the print head OK? If a print head nozzle is clogged, print will be faint and papers will be wasted. Print the nozzle check pattern to check the print head.
  • Page 58 Is the paper curled? The curled paper causes paper jam. Flatten the curled paper, then reload it. "Load the paper after correcting its curl." in Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Page top...
  • Page 59 Home > Overview of the Printer > Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality > Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper If the media type setting is not the one for the loaded paper, printing results may not be satisfactory. After loading paper, be sure to select the appropriate media type setting for the loaded paper.
  • Page 60 Home > Overview of the Printer > Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality > Canceling a Print Job Canceling a Print Job Never press the ON button! If you press the ON button while printing is in progress, the print data sent from the computer queues in the printer and you may not be able to continue to print.
  • Page 61 Home > Overview of the Printer > Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality > Printer Handling Precautions Printer Handling Precautions Do not place any object on the top cover! Do not place any object on the top cover. It will fall into the rear tray when the top cover is opened and cause the printer to malfunction.
  • Page 62 Home > Overview of the Printer > Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality > Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality The key to printing with the optimal printing quality is to prevent the print head from drying or clogging. Always observe the following rules for optimal printing quality.
  • Page 63 Home > Overview of the Printer > Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality > Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer When relocating the printer, make sure of the following. Important When sending the printer for repair Pack the printer in a sturdy box so that it is placed with its bottom facing down, using sufficient protective material to ensure safe transport.
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  • Page 65 Home > Overview of the Printer > Main Components and Basic Operations > Main Components Main Components Front View Rear View Inside View Page top...
  • Page 66 Home > Overview of the Printer > Main Components and Basic Operations > Main Components > Front View C001 Front View top cover Open to replace an ink tank, check the ink lamp, or remove jammed paper inside the printer. feed slot cover Prevents anything from falling into the feed slot.
  • Page 67 * All buttons and lamps are shown lit in the above illustration for explanatory purposes. POWER lamp Lights white after flashing when the power is turned on. Note POWER and Alarm lamps You can check the status of the printer by the POWER and Alarm lamps. - POWER lamp is off: The power is off.
  • Page 68 Warning Do not connect any equipment other than PictBridge compliant devices to the direct print port of the printer. This may cause fire, electric shock, or damage to the printer. Important Do not touch the metal casing. Do not use the USB cable longer than 10 feet (3 meters) to connect any PictBridge compliant device to the printer since it may affect the operation of other peripheral devices.
  • Page 69 Home > Overview of the Printer > Main Components and Basic Operations > Main Components > Rear View C002 Rear View paper guides Slide to align with both sides of the paper stack. paper support Open and pull out to load paper in the manual feed tray. manual feed tray Load a sheet of large size paper, such as 14"...
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  • Page 71 Home > Overview of the Printer > Main Components and Basic Operations > Main Components > Inside View C011 Inside View print head holder Install the print head. ink lamp Lights or flashes red to indicate the ink tank status. Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps print head lock lever Locks the print head into place.
  • Page 72 Home > Overview of the Printer > Main Components and Basic Operations > About the Power Supply of the Printer About the Power Supply of the Printer Confirming that the Power Is On Turning the Printer On and Off Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord Page top...
  • Page 73 Home > Overview of the Printer > Main Components and Basic Operations > About the Power Supply of the Printer > Confirming that the Power Is On D015 Confirming that the Power Is On The POWER lamp is lit white when the printer is turned on. Note It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer.
  • Page 74 Home > Overview of the Printer > Main Components and Basic Operations > About the Power Supply of the Printer > Turning the Printer On and Off D016 Turning the Printer On and Off Turning on the printer Press the ON button to turn on the printer. The POWER lamp flashes and then remains lit white.
  • Page 75 Note Auto power off feature You can set the printer to automatically turn off when no print jobs are sent to the printer for a certain interval. This is the default setting. For details on how to change the auto power off setting, see below. Managing the Printer Power Page top...
  • Page 76 Home > Overview of the Printer > Main Components and Basic Operations > About the Power Supply of the Printer > Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord D017 Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Unplug the power cord once a month to confirm that the power plug/power cord does not have anything unusual described below.
  • Page 77 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect > Aligning the Print Head C102 Aligning the Print Head If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position.
  • Page 78 Home > Overview of the Printer > Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images It may be unlawful to print the following documents. The list provided is non-exhaustive. When in doubt, check with a legal representative in your jurisdiction. Paper money Money orders Certificates of deposit...
  • Page 79 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Loading Paper Loading Paper Paper Sources to Load Paper Loading Paper in the Rear Tray Loading Paper in the Manual Feed Tray Media Types You Can Use Media Types You Cannot Use Handling Paper Before Printing on Art Paper Printing Area...
  • Page 80 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Loading Paper > Paper Sources to Load Paper C014 Paper Sources to Load Paper The printer has two paper sources for feeding paper, the rear tray and manual feed tray. The paper source used depends on the page size and media type.
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  • Page 82 If you cut plain paper into small size such as 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) or 5" x 7" (13 x 18 cm) to perform trial print, it can cause paper jams. Note We recommend Canon genuine photo paper for printing photos. For details on the Canon genuine paper, see Media Types You Can Use.
  • Page 83 Open the feed slot cover. Slide the paper guides to open them, and load the paper in the center of the rear tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. Slide the paper guides to align them with both sides of the paper stack. Do not slide the paper guides too hard against the paper.
  • Page 84 Important Always load paper in the portrait orientation (C). Loading paper in the landscape orientation can cause paper jams. Note Do not load sheets of paper higher than the load limit mark (E). The raised parts on the paper guides retract depending on the size of the loaded paper. Do not push these parts down with your finger.
  • Page 85 Close the feed slot cover gently. Note If the feed slot cover is open, paper cannot be fed. Be sure to close the feed slot cover. Note After loading paper Select the rear tray for the paper source and the size and type of the loaded paper on the print settings screen of the printer driver.
  • Page 86 (25 x 30 cm), and 14" x 17" (36 x 43 cm) sizes of paper in the manual feed tray. Note We recommend Canon genuine photo paper for printing photos. For details on the Canon genuine paper, see Media Types You Can Use.
  • Page 87 Slide the paper guides to open them, and load ONLY ONE SHEET OF PAPER in the center of the manual feed tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. Slide the paper guides to align them with both sides of the paper. Do not slide the paper guides too hard against the paper.
  • Page 88 Check if the paper is set properly in the manual feed tray. Make sure that the paper is set firmly against the bottom of the manual feed tray and against the paper guides by slightly jiggling the paper up and down. Note After loading paper Select the manual feed tray for the paper source and the size and type of the loaded paper on the...
  • Page 89 Media Types You Can Use Choose paper suitable for printing, for the best print results. Canon provides you various types of paper to enhance the fun of printing, such as stickers as well as papers for photo or document. We recommend the use of Canon genuine paper for printing your important photos.
  • Page 90 * You can use non-Canon genuine specialty paper that is up to 53 lb (200 g /m Do not use heavier or lighter paper (except for Canon genuine paper), as it could jam in the printer. manual feed tray: From 4 to 23.6 mil (0.1 to 0.6 mm) (up to 93 lb (350 g /m Do not use paper thicker or heavier than this, as it could jam in the printer.
  • Page 91 Approx. 50 sheets (14" x 17" (36 x 43 paper) cm) is not available.) Canon Genuine Papers Note We recommend that you remove the previously printed sheet from the paper output tray before continuously printing to avoid blurs and discoloration.
  • Page 92 *4 Feeding paper from the rear tray can damage the printer. Always load in the manual feed tray. Note When using non-Canon art paper, load one sheet at a time in the rear tray or manual feed tray. Page top...
  • Page 93 ) (plain paper except for Canon genuine paper) * However, you can use non-Canon genuine specialty paper that is up to 53 lb (200 g /m manual feed tray: More than 23.6 mil (0.6 mm) in thickness or more than 93 lb (350 g /m...
  • Page 94 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Loading Paper > Handling Paper C157 Handling Paper Be careful not to rub or scratch the surfaces of any types of paper when handling. Hold the paper as closely as possible to its edges and try not to touch the printing surface. The print quality may be degraded if the printing surface is smudged with sweat or oil that comes from your hands.
  • Page 95 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Loading Paper > Before Printing on Art Paper C042 Before Printing on Art Paper When using art paper, dust is liable to be generated. It is therefore recommended that paper dust be removed on art paper just before printing.
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  • Page 97 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Loading Paper > Printing Area Printing Area Printing Area Other Sizes than Letter or Legal Letter, Legal Sizes for Art Paper Printable Discs Page top...
  • Page 98 To ensure the best print quality, the printer allows a margin along each edge of media. The actual printable area will be the area inside these margins. Recommended printing area : Canon recommends that you print within this area. Printable area : The area where it is possible to print.
  • Page 99 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Loading Paper > Printing Area > Other Sizes than Letter or Legal C052 Other Sizes than Letter or Legal Size Printable Area (width x height) 5.56 x 7.95 inches (141.2 x 202.0 mm) 8.00 x 11.38 inches (203.2 x 289.0 mm) 11.43 x 16.22 inches (290.2 x 412.0 mm) 12.69 x 18.70 inches (322.2 x 475.0 mm)
  • Page 101 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Loading Paper > Printing Area > Letter, Legal C053 Letter, Legal Size Printable Area (width x height) Letter 8.00 x 10.69 inches (203.2 x 271.4 mm) Legal* 8.00 x 13.69 inches (203.2 x 347.6 mm) * This page size can be used only when printing from your computer.
  • Page 102 Sizes for Art Paper When using art paper or non-Canon genuine specialty paper, printing is not done in a 1.18 inch (30 mm) margin along the top and bottom edges. A limit is set to prevent printing along a 1.18 inch (30 mm) margin on the top and bottom edges when a page size for art paper is selected in the printer driver.
  • Page 103 Recommended printing area 1.18 inches (30.0 mm) 1.18 inches (30.0 mm) 0.25 inches (6.4 mm) 0.25 inches (6.3 mm) Page top...
  • Page 104 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Loading Paper > Printing Area > Printable Discs C061 Printable Discs The printing area of the printable disc is from 0.67 inches (17 mm) of the internal diameter to 0.04 inches (1 mm) from the external diameter of the printing surface.
  • Page 105 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Placing a Printable Disc Placing a Printable Disc Cautions When Printing on a Printable Disc Before Placing a Printable Disc Placing a Printable Disc Removing a Printable Disc Page top...
  • Page 106 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Placing a Printable Disc > Cautions When Printing on a Printable Disc D011 Cautions When Printing on a Printable Disc Be sure to use the disc tray supplied with this printer. It has a "K" on the upper side. Do not print on printable discs that are not compatible with inkjet printing.
  • Page 107 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Placing a Printable Disc > Before Placing a Printable Disc D012 Before Placing a Printable Disc The following items are needed to print onto the printable disc: disc tray (supplied with the printer) * Use the disc tray with "K"...
  • Page 108 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Placing a Printable Disc > Placing a Printable Disc D013 Placing a Printable Disc To print onto a printable disc, place it on the disc tray supplied with the printer, then insert it into the printer. Important Do not attach the disc tray until the message asking you to load the printable disc is displayed.
  • Page 109 Attach the disc tray to the printer. Important Do not attach the disc tray while the printer is operating (the POWER lamp is flashing white). Note The disc tray may be ejected during preparation by the printer for printing. Wait until the POWER lamp stays lit after flashing, then follow the on-screen instructions to attach the disc tray.
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  • Page 111 Home > Overview of the Printer > Loading Paper > Placing a Printable Disc > Removing a Printable Disc D014 Removing a Printable Disc Pull out the disc tray. Close the inner cover. Important If the inner cover is opened, you cannot print on paper as it will not feed properly. Make sure that the inner cover is closed.
  • Page 112 Dry the printing surface sufficiently before removing the disc. If you see printing on the disc tray or the transparent parts on inner or outer diameter of the printable disc, wipe them off after the printing surface has dried. Storing the disc tray When not using the disc tray, insert it straight into the disc tray storage compartment in the bottom center of the printer.
  • Page 113 Home > Overview of the Printer > Replacing an Ink Tank > Replacing an Ink Tank C093 Replacing an Ink Tank When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the Alarm lamp will flash orange to inform you of the error. Count the number of flashes and take appropriate action.
  • Page 114 Caution Do not hold the print head holder to stop or move it forcibly. Do not touch the print head holder until it stops completely. Important Do not place any object on the top cover. It will fall into the rear tray when the top cover is opened and cause the printer to malfunction.
  • Page 115 Important Do not push the sides of the ink tank. If you push the sides of the ink tank, ink may splash. Do not touch the inside of the orange protective cap or the open ink port (C). The ink may stain your hands if you touch them.
  • Page 116 Insert the front end of the ink tank into the print head at a slant. Make sure that the position of the ink tank matches the label. Press on the top of the ink tank until the ink tank snaps firmly into place. Make sure that the ink lamp lights up red.
  • Page 117 Home > Overview of the Printer > Replacing an Ink Tank > Checking the Ink Status Checking the Ink Status Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps You can also check the ink status on the computer screen. Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Page top...
  • Page 118 Home > Overview of the Printer > Replacing an Ink Tank > Checking the Ink Status > Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps C096 Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps Make sure that the power is turned on, and open the paper output tray gently. Open the top cover, then press the RESUME/CANCEL button.
  • Page 119 The ink lamp is off. The ink tank is not installed properly or the function for detecting the remaining ink level is disabled. If the ink tank is not firmly in place, make sure that the orange protective cap has been removed from the bottom of the ink tank, then press on the top of the ink tank until the ink tank clicks into place.
  • Page 120 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Maintenance Procedure Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning the Print Head Aligning the Print Head Page top...
  • Page 121 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect > Maintenance Procedure C097 Maintenance Procedure If print results are blurred or colors are not printed correctly, the print head nozzle is probably clogged. Follow the procedure below to print the nozzle check pattern, check the print head nozzle condition, then clean the print head.
  • Page 122 head twice: Step 3 Clean the print head deeply. From the computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Note When you have performed the procedure until step 3 and the problem has not been resolved, turn off the power and clean the print head deeply again after 24 hours. If the problem is still not resolved, the print head may be damaged.
  • Page 123 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect > Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern C098 Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzle. Note You can also print the nozzle check pattern using the computer.
  • Page 124 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect > Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern C099 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the print head if necessary. Check if there are horizontal streaks in the pattern and pattern (2).
  • Page 125 If there are horizontal streaks in both the pattern and pattern (2): Cleaning the nozzles of all ink colors is required. From the printer Cleaning the Print Head From the computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Note The total number of sheets printed so far is shown in increments of 50 sheets on the printout of the nozzle check pattern.
  • Page 126 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect > Cleaning the Print Head C100 Cleaning the Print Head Clean the print head if horizontal streaks are present in the printed nozzle check pattern. Cleaning unclogs the nozzles and restores the print head condition.
  • Page 127 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller Cleaning the Protrusions inside the Printer Page top...
  • Page 128 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > Cleaning the Printer > Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer C150 Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Be sure to use a soft and dry cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface gently.
  • Page 129 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > Cleaning the Printer > Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller C153 Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller If the paper feed roller is dirty or paper powder is attached to it, paper may not be fed properly. In this case, clean the paper feed roller.
  • Page 130 Home > Overview of the Printer > Maintenance > Cleaning the Printer > Cleaning the Protrusions inside the Printer C155 Cleaning the Protrusions inside the Printer Important Be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug before cleaning the printer. You need to prepare: cotton swab If the protrusions inside the printer are stained, wipe off any ink from the protrusions using a cotton swab or the like.
  • Page 131 Home > Overview of the Printer > Main Components and Basic Operations > About the Power Supply of the Printer > Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord D018 Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord To unplug the power cord, follow the procedure below. Important When you unplug the power cord, press the ON button, then confirm that the POWER lamp is off.
  • Page 132 The specification of the power cord differs depending on the country or region of use. Page top...
  • Page 133 Home > Overview of the Printer > Specifications Specifications General Specifications Printing resolution (dpi) 4800 (horizontal) X 2400 (vertical) Interface USB Port: Hi-Speed USB *1 Direct Print Port: PictBridge LAN Port: Wired LAN: 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Wireless LAN: IEEE802.11n/IEEE802.11g/IEEE802.11b *2 *1 A computer that complies with Hi-Speed USB standard is required. Since the Hi-Speed USB interface is fully upwardly compatible with USB 1.1, it can be used at USB 1.1.
  • Page 134 Wireless LAN Supported Standards: IEEE802.11n/IEEE802.11g/IEEE802.11b Frequency bandwidth: 2.4 GHz Channel: 1-11 or 1-13 * Frequency bandwidth and available channels differ depending on country or region. Transfer speed (Standard value): IEEE802.11n: max. 150 Mbps IEEE802.11g: max. 54 Mbps IEEE802.11b: max. 11 Mbps * These values are a theoretical maximum transmission speed between the printer and an equivalent network device, and do not indicate the actual transmission speed obtained.
  • Page 135 Windows: Internet Explorer 7, 8 or 9 is required to install Easy-WebPrint EX. Easy-WebPrint EX for Internet Explorer 9 can be downloaded from the Canon web site. Microsoft .NET Framework 4 Client Profile must be installed to use Easy-WebPrint EX in Internet Explorer 9.
  • Page 136 MP-8370-V1.00...
  • Page 137 Color Spaces and Color Modes Recommended by Canon Color spaces and color modes recommended by Canon vary depending on the file format of the image to be printed and whether the printing is in color or black and white. You can obtain...
  • Page 138 File Recommended Color Mode Recommended for Format Color Space Print Studio Pro Use ICC Profile Adobe RGB format (Rendering Intent: Perceptual) Color Printing JPEG sRGB PRO Mode format Black and White sRGB Printing format "About Color Spaces" for details on color spaces. "Lesson 3 Utilizing Print Studio Pro"...
  • Page 139 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Printing Workflow > Advantages of Using Print Studio Pro B002 Advantages of Using Print Studio Pro No need to set up the printer driver You can print easily by simply operating Print Studio Pro.
  • Page 140 Photo information printing Printing on various media types and paper sizes Back Next Page top...
  • Page 141 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Printing Workflow > 1. Checking the Camera Settings for Shooting B003 1. Checking the Camera Settings for Shooting Print results are affected by camera settings, file format, etc.
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  • Page 143 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Printing Workflow > 2. Developing/Correcting Images on the Monitor B004 2. Developing/Correcting Images on the Monitor Develop/correct images using image editing software to make them closer to what you want while viewing the images on the monitor.
  • Page 144 space. Change the color space according to the file format of the image to be used and purpose of use. 3. Develop/correct the photo to make it closer to what you want. White Balance/Color Temperature Before correction After correction Picture Style (for Digital Photo Professional only) You can easily make images closer to what you want by simply selecting a matching style such as portrait or landscape.
  • Page 145 Select Plug-in printing > Print with Print Studio Pro. Photoshop Select Automate > Canon Print Studio Pro..Photoshop Elements Select Automation Tools > Canon Print Studio Pro..Lightroom Select Plug-in Extras > Canon Print Studio Pro..Print Studio Pro starts.
  • Page 146 3. Specify the layout, then click Print. Printing starts. If the print result is not satisfactory, repeat the correction and printing steps. Pattern Print Function of Print Studio Pro Prints a pattern with slightly varying colors on a sheet of paper. This is convenient when searching for a print result that is closer to what you want.
  • Page 147 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Color Management Basics B006 Lesson 2 Color Management Basics Knowledge of color management is essential to creating rewarding works of art. The following describes the basic knowledge and process flow of color management.
  • Page 148 See the following pages for the processes. Ambient Light Adjustment Manual Monitor Adjustment Color Management Using ICC Profiles To perform more accurate color management, use ICC profiles. See the following pages for color management using ICC profiles. Color Management Using ICC Profiles About ICC Profiles Monitor Adjustment Using a Measuring Instrument Color Management of the Printer...
  • Page 149 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Color Management Basics > About Color Spaces B007 About Color Spaces What Is Color Space? A color space is a range of colors that can be represented; each device has its own color space. For example, when the same image is displayed on two types of monitor, the color tones may appear different from each other.
  • Page 150 The Printer's Color Space Canon PRO series inkjet printers can print in a color space wider than sRGB. By using Adobe RGB, you can perform vivid printing in a wider color space, maximizing the printer's performance.
  • Page 151 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Color Management Basics > Ambient Light Adjustment B008 Ambient Light Adjustment When looking at monitors and printed materials, ambient light significantly affects their color appearances.
  • Page 152 Condition with Inappropriate Lighting Color Corrected under a warm white lamp Bluish color tone Points to Remember when Setting the Ambient Light Consider the following points when selecting fluorescent lamps suitable for viewing photos. Color Temperature Color Rendering Properties Brightness Color Temperature Color temperature, stated in kelvin (K), is a unit to indicate whether the color tone belongs to warm colors or cool colors.
  • Page 153 The lighting affects photos whether it is too bright or too dark. Generally, about 500 lx (lux) is recommended when performing color management. Ambient Light Recommended by Canon D50 fluorescent lamps designed for color evaluation (color temperature: 5000 K, high color rendering properties) Brightness when viewing printed materials: 500 lx ±...
  • Page 154 It is also called luminance, brilliance, etc., depending on the manufacturer. Generally, around 120 cd (candelas) is recommended. 120 cd is equivalent to the brightness of approximately 100 W (watts). Monitor Setting Values Recommended by Canon Gamma: 2.2 Color temperature: D50 (5000 K) Luminance: 120 cd/m2 For even higher adjustment accuracy, make adjustments using a measuring instrument.
  • Page 155 Notes on the Environment for Monitor Installation Monitor hood When light shines on the display directly, contrast decreases affecting the color tone. By installing a monitor hood, influence of outside light can be reduced. While purchasing a universal hood is an option, a self-made hood is also effective enough. Desktop background When a colored background such as an image is used for the desktop, it may affect your sense of color.
  • Page 156 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Color Management Basics > Color Management Using ICC Profiles B010 Color Management Using ICC Profiles Each digital device such as a printer or monitor has its own "personality" in representing color tones. Therefore, in order to correctly communicate the image's color tone from a camera to a monitor and then to a printer, each device's "personality"...
  • Page 157 *Check the Canon website for the types of third party paper that are available at Canon. The ICC profiles for genuine Canon paper will be installed with the printer driver. The ICC profiles for paper other than genuine Canon paper can be downloaded from the Canon website. Download and...
  • Page 158 By creating ICC profiles on your own, you can reduce the differences due to variations in the usage environment or other factors between one printer and another. Canon provides Color Management Tool Pro that allows you to create ICC profiles. See...
  • Page 159 Printer" for details on Color Management Tool Pro. Back Next Page top...
  • Page 160 Monitor Setting Values Recommended by Canon The monitor's gamma, color temperature and brightness may need to be set manually during calibration. In that case, by setting as follows, as recommended by Canon, whiteness of the paper and that on the monitor can be made closer.
  • Page 161 When Choosing a Monitor To perform adjustments using a calibration tool, it is required to use a monitor that supports calibration. In addition, when displaying Adobe RGB images, it is recommended that you use a monitor that supports Adobe RGB. Monitor Profile Depending on your monitor, an ICC profile may be supplied with it.
  • Page 162 When you perform calibration with any of genuine Canon paper, it will be applied to the printer output on other paper as well.
  • Page 163 For some Canon printers, printer calibration can be performed by using Color Management Tool Pro. The flow of printer calibration is as follows. 1. Print a chart. Specify print settings according to the printer and paper to be used, then print a chart.
  • Page 164 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Utilizing Print Studio Pro B014 Lesson 3 Utilizing Print Studio Pro Print Studio Pro is a plug-in for Digital Photo Professional, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements and Lightroom.
  • Page 165 Color management items that can be selected may vary depending on your printer. Color Management in Print Studio Pro A different color mode is provided for each objective. You can print in high quality more easily by simply selecting a color mode according to the objective. When you want to print with an impression close to that on the monitor Printing with an Impression Close to That on the Monitor When you want to print according to the characteristics of the paper to be used...
  • Page 166 Color Adjustment in Color Printing Color Adjustment in Black and White Printing 16-bit Printing Clear Coating Print <Useful Functions> Adjusting Margins Printing Margins in Black Saving the Specified Settings Adding Text to Works of Art Page top...
  • Page 167 D50 fluorescent lamps designed for color evaluation (color temperature: 5000 K, high color rendering properties) Brightness when viewing printed materials: 500 lx ± 125 lx Select a color mode according to the color space of the image to be printed. Canon recommends the following combinations. Color Space...
  • Page 168 When Printing JPEG Format Images Most of images shot in JPEG format are in the sRGB color space. It is recommended that you avoid making corrections and other edits in image editing software as much as possible and print in PRO Mode. See Print Studio Pro Guide for details on the operation procedure.
  • Page 169 In addition, when using a Canon PRO/Pro series inkjet printer, you can obtain similar print results on any model by printing with Relative Colorimetric selected. Select this when you want to print in color tones close to those of the results printed on other Canon PRO/Pro series inkjet printers.
  • Page 170 - Adobe CMM can be selected only when using 32-bit OS. - ICC profiles provided by Canon are designed to allow you to obtain appropriate print results when not using black point compensation. Therefore, it is recommended that you deselect the Use black point compensation checkbox of Color Management when printing.
  • Page 171 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Utilizing Print Studio Pro > Color Adjustment in Color Printing B017 Color Adjustment in Color Printing In Print Studio Pro, you can adjust color tones for printing. Correct colors of each image in image editing software.
  • Page 172 See Print Studio Pro Guide for details on the operation procedure. Back Next Page top...
  • Page 173 In Print Studio Pro, you can easily print black and white photos in high quality by selecting the Print Black and White Photo checkbox. On Canon PRO series inkjet printers, you can perform black and white printing suitable for black and white photos. When the Print Black and White Photo checkbox is selected, a stable gray balance is achieved since more gray ink and black ink are used compared to color printing, and you can print black and white photos with rich gradation and little color shift.
  • Page 174 In Print Studio Pro, when the Print Black and White Photo checkbox is selected, images are converted to black and white data suitable for Canon PRO series inkjet printers to perform highly accurate color adjustment. Therefore, the color tones of images cannot be retained.
  • Page 176 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Utilizing Print Studio Pro > Color Adjustment in Black and White Printing B019 Color Adjustment in Black and White Printing Color tones in black and white printing are delicate.
  • Page 177 according to how you want the work to look. Example: Photos of people: Select a warm color such as Warm Tone for a warm finish. Photos of buildings: Select a cool color such as Cool Tone for a clean finish. Back Next Page top...
  • Page 178 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Utilizing Print Studio Pro > 16-bit Printing B050 16-bit Printing Since Print Studio Pro supports 16-bits-per-channel image data, you can receive the data as is from image editing software without degrading it, and print High Dynamic Range images (full 16-bit workflow).
  • Page 179 gradations by printing it as a High Dynamic Range image. See Print Studio Pro Guide for details on the operation procedure. 1200 ppi Input Supported When using a printer that supports 1200 ppi input, you can send image data to the printer driver without reducing it.
  • Page 180 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Utilizing Print Studio Pro > Clear Coating Print B051 Clear Coating Print Clear Coating Print is a function that adjusts glossiness by applying the Chroma Optimizer (CO) ink to the printed surface.
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  • Page 182 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Utilizing Print Studio Pro > Adjusting Margins B052 Adjusting Margins In Print Studio Pro, you can set margins. Wider margins give a softer impression. It is inevitable that paper degrades with time.
  • Page 183 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Utilizing Print Studio Pro > Printing Margins in Black B053 Printing Margins in Black In Print Studio Pro, you can change margins into black for printing. Some works of art may stand out more with black margins.
  • Page 184 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Utilizing Print Studio Pro > Saving the Specified Settings B054 Saving the Specified Settings In Print Studio Pro, you can print with the same settings repeatedly by saving print settings and loading the setting values.
  • Page 185 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Utilizing Print Studio Pro > Adding Text to Works of Art A520 Adding Text to Works of Art In Print Studio Pro, you can print images with information you need, such as print settings information and photo information.
  • Page 186 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Techniques for Specific Objectives A521 Lesson 4 Techniques for Specific Objectives Various techniques are necessary for creating works of art as you wish. The following introduces tips for printing works of art as you wish, by providing specific examples.
  • Page 187 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Techniques for Specific Objectives > Printing People's Skin Beautifully A522 Printing People's Skin Beautifully People's skin colors often attract attention when viewed in photos, and human eyes are very sensitive. Therefore, adjustments need to be made carefully since even a slight change in the color tone affects the outcome of works of art.
  • Page 188 "Color Adjustment in Color Printing" for details on color adjustment. Next Page top...
  • Page 189 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Techniques for Specific Objectives > Printing Flowers in Vivid Colors A523 Printing Flowers in Vivid Colors It is desirable that photos of beautiful flowers convey natural vivid colors to their viewers. This will provide a three-dimensional feel with the flowers while bringing out vividness of their colors by utilizing the printer's color space.
  • Page 190 Point for Printing 2: "Select Glossy Paper" Select glossy paper when you want to represent vivid color tones. When printed on glossy paper When printed on matte paper Matte paper is suitable for soft photos. "Media Types" for details on media types. Back Next Page top...
  • Page 191 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Techniques for Specific Objectives > Printing the Blue of the Sea in Vivid Hues A524 Printing the Blue of the Sea in Vivid Hues The blue of the sea, a mixture of complex colors, is one of the color tones that are difficult to reproduce.
  • Page 193 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Techniques for Specific Objectives > Being Particular about Color Tones of Black and White Photos A525 Being Particular about Color Tones of Black and White Photos To transform a black and white photo into a high quality work of art, perfect the color by adjusting it to how you want the work to look, and by considering how you want it to be seen.
  • Page 194 Point for Printing 2 "Perfect the Color" Make the color tone of the work of art closer to what you want. In Print Studio Pro, you can create subtle colors since fine adjustments are possible aside from color tone selection. By additionally using the Pattern Print function, you can perform accurate color adjustment while checking the print result.
  • Page 195 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Techniques for Specific Objectives > Producing Creative Layouts A530 Producing Creative Layouts As for works of art displayed at a museum or gallery, the photos are wonderful in themselves, but their layouts (size, margins, frames, etc.) are also well considered.
  • Page 196 When margins are white When margins are black "Printing Margins in Black" for details on the setting to make margins black. Back Next Page top...
  • Page 197 By focusing on the "whiteness" when selecting paper, you can print according to how you want the work of art to look. Canon provides ICC profiles that allow you to print properly even when using third party paper. See "Printing Using ICC Profiles"...
  • Page 198 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Useful Information A532 Appendix Useful Information The following introduces the required knowledge and useful information for photo printing. RAW Images and JPEG Images Numbers of Pixels and Print Sizes Media Types Types of Ink...
  • Page 199 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Useful Information > RAW Images and JPEG Images A533 RAW Images and JPEG Images The file formats used in digital cameras are RAW format and JPEG format. Understand the differences between these file formats and use them accordingly.
  • Page 200 JPEG format and shoot in RAW format to edit after shooting. What Is the Extension for RAW Images? The extension for RAW format is unique to each camera manufacturer. The extension for RAW format shot with Canon digital cameras is ".CR2." Next Page top...
  • Page 201 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Useful Information > Numbers of Pixels and Print Sizes A534 Numbers of Pixels and Print Sizes While a larger number of pixels makes it possible to depict finer details, the file size also becomes larger, meaning more time will be taken to save the image immediately after shooting.
  • Page 202 Even if the number of pixels is sufficient, it will decrease when the image is cropped. When cropping, measures such as shooting with a large number of pixels in the first place are required. Original image (16 megapixels) After cropping (4 megapixels) Back Next Page top...
  • Page 203 Genuine Canon Paper Genuine Canon paper includes the following types of paper. Photo Paper Glossy paper for professionals and experienced...
  • Page 204 Thick fine art paper with natural white color tone Fine Art Paper "Museum Etching" maintaining the roughness (texture) of "unbleached" paper Back Next Page top...
  • Page 205 There are two types of ink for inkjet printers: pigment ink and dye ink. The type of ink that can be used vary by printer, and there are models that adopt pigment ink and those that adopt dye ink among Canon printers as well. Pigment Ink and Dye Ink Pigment Ink Pigment is a particulate water-insoluble coloring material;...
  • Page 206 The ink may come off May blur when wet More variation in glossiness when Storage stability of the printed Disadvantage printed on glossy paper compared to material may be lower compared to dye ink pigment ink Back Next Page top...
  • Page 207 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Useful Information > Storage and Framing of Works of Art A537 Storage and Framing of Works of Art When you have successfully created a work of art as you wish, store or display it appropriately. Notes on Storing Works of Art Degradation of works of art is mainly caused by light and air.
  • Page 208 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information Digital Photo Printing Guide > Useful Information > Development/Correction in Digital Photo Professional, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements and Lightroom A538 Development/Correction in Digital Photo Professional, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements and Lightroom You can develop/correct RAW images in Digital Photo Professional, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements and Lightroom.
  • Page 209 Shadow Warning Displays the blocked-up shadows in blue. In exposure adjustment during RAW development, the adjustment range is narrow and image quality degradation occurs. Be sure to make substantial adjustments upon shooting so that only the minimum correction is required during development. White Balance The color tone of the entire image is affected by the light source (sunlight, fluorescent lamp, incandescent lamp, etc.) for shooting.
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  • Page 211 A539 Color Adjustment Performed on Digital Cameras Advanced Function for Direct Printing from Your Camera PictBridge-compatible Canon digital cameras have an advanced function that allows you to set print effects. Note Settings are available only when a Canon digital camera supporting the advanced function is connected to a Canon PRO series inkjet printer.
  • Page 212 Setting "Brightness" and "Adjust levels" You can set "Brightness," "Adjust levels" and "Red-eye corr. (Red-eye correction)" for printing. Brightness Correction You can adjust the overall image brightness by increasing or reducing the midtone brightness, without changing the colors of the darkest (blackest) and brightest (whitest) areas. Even for a photo of "blue sky and shadows,"...
  • Page 213 Reduce Standard Emphasize Darkest (blackest) area Saturation Adjustment You can adjust the overall image vividness by increasing or reducing saturation, without changing the colors of the darkest (blackest) area, gray axis and brightest (whitest) area. Emphasize Makes colors of flowers, etc. more vivid. Reduce Reduces redness of skin, etc.
  • Page 214 G (green) direction B (blue) direction Standard A (amber) direction M (magenta) direction Back Page top...
  • Page 215 I want to keep my precious photos beautiful. I want to transform photos into works of art as I wish. To make such wishes come true, master printing techniques that maximize the printer's performance! MA-9387-V1.00 Digital Printing Workflow Color Management Basics Utilizing Print Studio Pro Techniques for Specific Objectives Useful Information...
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  • Page 217 General Notes (My Image Garden) My Image Garden is subject to the following restrictions. Keep these points in mind. See the Canon website for products supporting My Image Garden. Available functions and settings vary depending on your scanner or printer.
  • Page 218 My Image Garden Guide > What Is My Image Garden? > What You Can Do with My Image Garden A011 What You Can Do with My Image Garden My Image Garden is an application that allows you to utilize photos taken with digital cameras and other images saved on your computer, in many ways for various purposes.
  • Page 219 Print Photos and Documents Easily You can print your favorite photos easily after checking them in preview. You can also print documents saved as PDF files. Printing Photos and Documents Print Personalized Items You can combine your favorite photos with preset themes to create and print personalized items such as collages and cards.
  • Page 220 Capturing and Printing Still Images from Videos Scan Photos and Documents Easily You can scan photos and documents easily by automatically detecting the item type. Easy Scanning with Auto Scan Correct/Enhance Photos You can correct red eyes or adjust the brightness and contrast of images. Correcting/Enhancing Photos Note In My Image Garden, there are many screens for selecting images, PDF files and videos.
  • Page 221 MP4 (.mp4) Important Only video files recorded with Canon digital cameras or digital camcorders are supported. In addition, ImageBrowser Ver.6.5 or later or ImageBrowser EX Ver.1.0 or later supplied with the digital camera or digital camcorder needs to be installed.
  • Page 222 PNG (.png) PDF (.pdf) Note The following TIFF file formats are supported. - Uncompressed, black and white binary - Uncompressed, RGB (8 bits per channel) - Uncompressed, YCC (8 bits per component) - Uncompressed, RGB (16 bits per channel) - Uncompressed, YCC (16 bits per component) - Uncompressed, Grayscale About Exif Print My Image Garden supports "Exif Print."...
  • Page 223 Starting My Image Garden Note There are the following two methods for starting My Image Garden. From the Go menu of Finder select Applications, then double-click the Canon Utilities folder, My Image Garden folder, and then My Image Garden icon Click...
  • Page 224 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Printing Photos and Documents A014 Printing Photos and Documents You can print your favorite photos easily. You can also print documents (PDF files) created in My Image Garden. Make sure that your scanner or printer is turned on. Start My Image Garden.
  • Page 225 The print settings dialog appears. Set the number of copies to print, the printer and paper to use, etc. Note "Print Settings Dialog" for details on the print settings dialog. Load paper. Click Print. A message appears.
  • Page 226 Click OK. The Print dialog appears. Important If you change the printer in the Print dialog, a message appears and printing will be canceled. Click Print. Important When you print a large number of high resolution images at one time, printing may stop halfway through.
  • Page 227 You can print recommended patterns and images displayed in Image Display with simple steps. Important To use Image Display, you need to install Quick Menu. You can download Quick Menu from the Canon website. Internet connection is required to download the software. Internet connection fees apply. Note "Utilizing the Item Recommendation...
  • Page 228 My Image Garden starts. When a pattern is clicked, the item appears in the My Art view. When an image is clicked, the Calendar view appears in Day View. Click Print. The print settings dialog appears. Set the number of copies to print, the printer and paper to use, etc. Note "Print Settings Dialog"...
  • Page 229 Click Print. A message appears. Click OK. The Print dialog appears. Important If you change the printer in the Print dialog, a message appears and printing will be canceled. Click Print. Note You can correct or enhance images before printing. Correcting/Enhancing Photos Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters You can swap images in patterns.
  • Page 230 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Creating and Printing Items A021 Creating and Printing Items You can easily create personalized items using your favorite photos and print them. Select an image in the Calendar view, Event view, People view, Unregistered People view or folder view, then click New Art at the bottom of the screen to select the item you want to create.
  • Page 231 Printing Calendars You can create personalized calendars using your memorable photos and print them. Printing Calendars Printing Stickers You can create personalized stickers by printing your favorite photos on sticker sheets. Printing Stickers Printing Disc Labels You can create personalized disc labels using your favorite photos and print them. Printing Disc Labels...
  • Page 232 Printing in a Cinematic Layout You can print your favorite photos in a layout that resembles a film or theater. Printing in a Cinematic Layout Printing Paper Crafts You can print downloaded PREMIUM Contents (paper crafts) and create three-dimensional art. Printing Paper Crafts Page top...
  • Page 233 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Creating and Printing Items > Printing Paper Crafts A022 Printing Paper Crafts You can print downloaded PREMIUM Contents (paper crafts) and create three-dimensional art. Important Keep these points in mind when printing paper crafts. "Downloading PREMIUM Contents"...
  • Page 234 Select Theme and Main People Dialog The paper craft appears in the My Art view. Click Print at the bottom right of the screen. The print settings dialog appears. Set the number of copies to print, the printer and paper to use, etc. Note "Print Settings Dialog"...
  • Page 235 A message appears. Click OK. The Print dialog appears. Important If you change the printer in the Print dialog or click PDF (PDF or Preview when using Mac OS X 10.6/Mac OS X 10.5), a message appears and printing will be canceled. Click Print.
  • Page 236 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Creating and Printing Items > Printing in a Cinematic Layout A023 Printing in a Cinematic Layout You can print your favorite photos in a layout that resembles a film or theater. Start My Image Garden. Starting My Image Garden Select the image(s) you want to place in a cinematic layout.
  • Page 237 An item with the image(s) placed according to the selected layout appears in the My Art view. Note Even if a high priority is set, the person may not be placed in the item depending on the selected theme. The layout may not be as expected depending on the photo information or analysis results of the selected images.
  • Page 238 Refer to "Inserting/Adjusting Images" to swap automatically placed images. Click Print at the bottom right of the screen. The print settings dialog appears. Set the number of copies to print, the printer and paper to use, etc. Note "Print Settings Dialog"...
  • Page 239 My Art View Page top...
  • Page 240 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Creating and Printing Items > Printing Stickers A024 Printing Stickers You can create personalized stickers by printing your favorite photos on sticker sheets. Start My Image Garden. Starting My Image Garden Select the image(s) from which you want to create stickers. Selecting Images, PDF Files and Videos Click Stickers from New Art.
  • Page 241 Set the theme, Paper Size, etc., then click OK. Setting the Theme and Main People The sticker appears in the My Art view. Edit the item according to your preference. Editing Items Note In the Advanced Settings dialog displayed by clicking Advanced... at the bottom of the screen, you can set to use the same image in all frames within the page.
  • Page 242 been completed. Refer to "Inserting/Adjusting Images" to swap automatically placed images. Click Print at the bottom right of the screen. The print settings dialog appears. Set the number of copies to print, the printer and paper to use, etc. Note "Print Settings Dialog"...
  • Page 243 Related Topic My Art View Page top...
  • Page 244 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Creating and Printing Items > Printing Photos in a Variety of Layouts A025 Printing Photos in a Variety of Layouts You can print your favorite photos with dates or in a variety of layouts. Start My Image Garden.
  • Page 245 Setting the Theme and Main People An item with the image(s) placed according to the selected layout appears in the My Art view. Note Even if a high priority is set, the person may not be placed in the item depending on the selected theme.
  • Page 246 be as expected since automatic placement does not apply to images for which analysis has not been completed. Refer to "Inserting/Adjusting Images" to swap automatically placed images. Add the date according to your preference. Select the image to which you want to add the date to display the image editing tool. Click Add date to place a checkmark;...
  • Page 247 The Print dialog appears. Important If you change the printer in the Print dialog, a message appears and printing will be canceled. Click Print. Note You can correct or enhance images before printing. Correcting/Enhancing Photos Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters You can swap images in items.
  • Page 248 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Creating and Printing Items > Printing Cards A030 Printing Cards You can create cards for anniversaries and annual events using your favorite photos and print them. Start My Image Garden. Starting My Image Garden Select the image(s) from which you want to create a card.
  • Page 249 Set the theme, priority of people for Main People, Paper Size, etc., then click OK. Setting the Theme and Main People The card appears in the My Art view. Note Even if a high priority is set, the person may not be placed in the item depending on the selected theme.
  • Page 250 When Identifying people... appears at Unregistered People in Global Menu, the result may not be as expected since automatic placement does not apply to images for which analysis has not been completed. Refer to "Inserting/Adjusting Images" to swap automatically placed images. Click Print at the bottom right of the screen.
  • Page 251 Related Topic My Art View Page top...
  • Page 252 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Creating and Printing Items > Printing Calendars A031 Printing Calendars You can create personalized calendars using your memorable photos and print them. Start My Image Garden. Starting My Image Garden Select the image(s) you want to use for a calendar. Selecting Images, PDF Files and Videos Click Calendar from New Art.
  • Page 253 Set the theme, priority of people for Main People, Paper Size, etc., then click OK. Setting the Theme and Main People The calendar appears in the My Art view. Note Even if a high priority is set, the person may not be placed in the item depending on the selected theme.
  • Page 254 If Advanced... is not displayed, click (Right Scroll). Set the calendar display format and holidays, then click OK. Advanced Settings Dialog (Calendar) Click OK to return to the My Art view. Edit the item according to your preference. Editing Items Note When Identifying people...
  • Page 255 Note "Print Settings Dialog" for details on the print settings dialog. Click Print. A message appears. Click OK. The Print dialog appears. Important If you change the printer in the Print dialog, a message appears and printing will be canceled. Click Print.
  • Page 256 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Creating and Printing Items > Printing Disc Labels A032 Printing Disc Labels You can create personalized disc labels using your favorite photos and print them. Important Do not set the disc tray until a message prompting you to load a printable disc appears. Loading a printable disc while the scanner or printer is operating may damage the scanner or printer.
  • Page 257 The Select Theme and Main People dialog appears. Set the theme, Paper Size, etc., then click OK. Setting the Theme and Main People The disc label appears in the My Art view. Note Even if a high priority is set, the person may not be placed in the item depending on the selected theme.
  • Page 258 Note In the Advanced Settings dialog displayed by clicking Advanced... at the bottom of the screen, you can set the print area. If Advanced... is not displayed, click (Right Scroll). Advanced Settings Dialog (Disc Label) When Identifying people... appears at Unregistered People in Global Menu, the result may not be as expected since automatic placement does not apply to images for which analysis has not been completed.
  • Page 259 Note "Print Settings Dialog" for details on the print settings dialog. Click Print. A message appears. Click OK. The Print dialog appears. Important If you change the printer in the Print dialog, a message appears and printing will be canceled. Click Print.
  • Page 260 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Creating and Printing Items > Printing Collages A033 Printing Collages You can create collages using your favorite photos and print them. Start My Image Garden. Starting My Image Garden Select the image(s) from which you want to create a collage. Selecting Images, PDF Files and Videos Click Collage from New Art.
  • Page 261 Set the theme, priority of people for Main People, Paper Size, etc., then click OK. Setting the Theme and Main People The collage appears in the My Art view. Note Even if a high priority is set, the person may not be placed in the item depending on the selected theme.
  • Page 262 Note When Identifying people... appears at Unregistered People in Global Menu, the result may not be as expected since automatic placement does not apply to images for which analysis has not been completed. Refer to "Inserting/Adjusting Images" to swap automatically placed images. Click Print at the bottom right of the screen.
  • Page 263 You can swap images in items. Inserting/Adjusting Images Related Topic My Art View Page top...
  • Page 264 Important Keep these points in mind when using PREMIUM Contents. To print PREMIUM Contents, make sure that genuine Canon ink tanks/ink cartridges are installed for all colors on a supported printer. You may only use downloaded or printed PREMIUM Contents for personal purposes.
  • Page 265 The view switches to Download PREMIUM Contents. Important Internet connection is required to use this function. Internet connection fees apply. Note When you click Download PREMIUM Contents, a message screen appears. Follow the on- screen prompts. Select a category. Select and download the PREMIUM Contents you want to print. Printing PREMIUM Contents You can edit and print downloaded PREMIUM Contents.
  • Page 266 Downloaded PREMIUM Contents appear as thumbnails. Note When you click Downloaded PREMIUM Contents, a message screen appears. Follow the on- screen prompts. Select the PREMIUM Content you want to print, then click Edit. The PREMIUM Content appears in the My Art view. Click Theme and Main People to set Paper Size and Orientation.
  • Page 267 Move the cursor over a thumbnail of PREMIUM Content in the Downloaded PREMIUM Contents view to check supported paper sizes and other information. Edit the item according to your preference. Editing Items Note Available editing functions vary depending on the PREMIUM Content. Click Print at the bottom right of the screen.
  • Page 268 Note Depending on the PREMIUM Content, you can correct or enhance the inserted images before printing. Correcting/Enhancing Photos Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters Depending on the PREMIUM Content, you can swap images in the item. Inserting/Adjusting Images Related Topic Download PREMIUM Contents View Downloaded PREMIUM Contents View My Art View Page top...
  • Page 269 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Capturing and Printing Still Images from Videos A035 Capturing and Printing Still Images from Videos You can capture video frames to create still images and print them. Important If videos do not appear, check the system requirements and file formats. See "File Formats"...
  • Page 270 Display the frame you want to capture as a still image. Drag the slider in the Video Frame Capture view or use the still image capture panel to display the frame you want to capture. Note (Pause) or (Playback) appears on the still image capture panel while a video is playing or stopped, respectively.
  • Page 271 Note "Video Frame Capture View" for how to switch between Capture (single frame) and Capture (multiple). In Capture (multiple), you can capture multiple still images from a video at one time by specifying the number of captures, etc. Select the Prefer clearer images checkbox to automatically detect less blurry frames when capturing images.
  • Page 272 Set the number of copies to print, the printer and paper to use, etc. Note "Print Settings Dialog" for details on the print settings dialog. Click Print. A message appears. Click OK. The Print dialog appears.
  • Page 273 Important If you change the printer in the Print dialog, a message appears and printing will be canceled. Click Print. Note To save still images captured from videos, select the still image(s) you want to save in the Captured Images area, then click Save. Click Layout Print at the bottom of the screen to edit or print an item created from the captured still images in a cinematic layout.
  • Page 274 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Capturing and Printing Still Images from Videos > Creating Images of Merged Video Frames A040 Creating Images of Merged Video Frames You can overlap and merge multiple still images captured from a video in the order of the time code to create an image depicting the flow of a moving subject.
  • Page 275 Click Save. The Save dialog appears. Specify the save settings. Save Dialog (Video Frame Capture View) Note The created image can be saved in JPEG/Exif format only. Click Save. The created image is saved, and the Merge Frames view reappears. Click Close.
  • Page 276 My Image Garden Guide > Printing > Capturing and Printing Still Images from Videos > Correcting Still Images Captured from Videos A041 Correcting Still Images Captured from Videos You can reduce noise or roughness in still images captured from videos. Important When a frame in which the subject or camera has moved significantly is captured, the still image may not be corrected properly.
  • Page 277 Note You can also select and correct multiple images. Click Noise Reduction or Enhance Resolution according to purpose. The image is corrected, and the (Correction) mark appears on the upper right of the image. Note Click Undo to undo the correction. Click Close.
  • Page 278 Related Topic Correct View Page top...
  • Page 279 My Image Garden Guide > Utilizing the Item Recommendation Function > Registering Various Information to Photos > Registering People A043 Registering People Register the information of people to images so that you can browse the images by person. Registering People from the Unregistered People View Registering People from the Details View Important The information of people can only be registered to images saved in folders under Perform Image...
  • Page 280 (expression, glasses, angle, etc.). Areas that are not of people in photos may be identified as people. Image analysis only applies to images saved in folders under Perform Image Analysis in the Following Folder(s). See "Preferences Dialog" for details on image analysis. Click Register name, then enter the name.
  • Page 281 the People view, Unregistered People view and folder view, then click (Details View) at the bottom right of the screen to switch to the details view. Click Specify Person. A white frame to specify the area to register appears on the image. Specify the area of the person you want to register.
  • Page 282 The image(s) is (are) registered to the People view. Note When a registered name is entered, its image(s) and the name(s) appear in the pop-up menu. To register as the same person as the registered person, select the name in the pop-up menu. To register as a different person, click an area outside the white frame to complete the name entry.
  • Page 283 My Image Garden Guide > Utilizing the Item Recommendation Function > Registering Various Information to Photos > Registering People > Registering People's Profiles A044 Registering People's Profiles For registered people, you can set your relationships with them and their birthdays. You can also change the names.
  • Page 284 The Register Profile dialog appears. Register Profile Dialog Set Name, Relationship and Birthday. Click OK. The profile is saved. Related Topic People View Page top...
  • Page 285 My Image Garden Guide > Utilizing the Item Recommendation Function > Registering Various Information to Photos > Registering Events A045 Registering Events Register the event information to images so that you can browse the images by event. Click Calendar. The view switches to Calendar. Note Events can be registered only when the Calendar view is set to Month View.
  • Page 286 The Register Event dialog appears. Set Event Name and Category. Note "Register Event Dialog" for the Register Event dialog. Click OK. The event label appears in the Calendar view, and the registered event name appears below Event on the left side of the screen. Note When you place the cursor over an event label, the shape of the cursor changes to (Left Right...
  • Page 287 retained. Related Topic Calendar View Event View Page top...
  • Page 288 My Image Garden Guide > Utilizing the Item Recommendation Function > Registering Various Information to Photos > Registering Favorite Levels A050 Registering Favorite Levels When you register favorite levels to images, those with higher favorite levels are more likely to be laid out automatically in recommended items.
  • Page 289 You can also register the favorite level by selecting an image then selecting Favorite Level from the Image menu. Important When the file name of an image is changed or an image is moved, the registered favorite level may be lost. Even if you copy images with favorite levels set, the set favorite levels will not be retained.
  • Page 290 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Scanning Photos and Documents A051 Scanning Photos and Documents Easy Scanning with Auto Scan Scanning Photos Scanning Documents Scanning with Favorite Settings Cropping Scanned Images Note By clicking Stitch in the Scan view, you can scan the left and right halves of an item larger than the platen and combine the scanned images back into one image.
  • Page 291 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Scanning Photos and Documents > Easy Scanning with Auto Scan A052 Easy Scanning with Auto Scan You can scan easily by automatically detecting the item type. Make sure that your scanner or printer is turned on. Place the item on the platen of your scanner or printer.
  • Page 292 Scanning starts. Note Refer to the corresponding page of On-screen Manual to specify the scan settings. Click Cancel to cancel the scan. When scanning is completed, the image appears as a thumbnail. Note You can rotate the selected image 90 degrees clockwise each time you click Rotate. You can crop images.
  • Page 293 Preferences dialog displayed by selecting Preferences... from the My Image Garden menu. "Preferences Dialog" for details on the setting procedure. Note You can also print scanned images. Control-click a thumbnail and select Print... from the displayed menu to display the print settings dialog. Select the printer and paper to use, then click Print. Print Settings Dialog Related Topic Scan View...
  • Page 294 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Scanning Photos and Documents > Scanning Photos A053 Scanning Photos You can scan with settings suitable for photos. Note You can even scan two or more photos (small items) at one time. Refer to the corresponding page of On-screen Manual to specify the scan settings.
  • Page 295 Scanning starts. Note Click Cancel to cancel the scan. When scanning is completed, the image appears as a thumbnail. Note You can rotate the selected image 90 degrees clockwise each time you click Rotate. You can crop images. Cropping Scanned Images Click Save to save rotated or cropped scanned images.
  • Page 296 "Preferences Dialog" for details on the setting procedure. Note You can also print scanned images. Control-click a thumbnail and select Print... from the displayed menu to display the print settings dialog. Select the printer and paper to use, then click Print. Print Settings Dialog Related Topic Scan View...
  • Page 297 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Scanning Photos and Documents > Scanning Documents A054 Scanning Documents You can scan with settings suitable for documents. Note You can even scan two or more small items at one time. Refer to the corresponding page of On- screen Manual to specify the scan settings.
  • Page 298 Scanning starts. Note Click Cancel to cancel the scan. When scanning is completed, the image appears as a thumbnail. Note Click Save to save scanned images. Save Dialog (Scan View) You can set the save location for scanned images on the Advanced Settings tab of the Preferences dialog displayed by selecting Preferences...
  • Page 299 You can also print scanned images. Control-click a thumbnail and select Print... from the displayed menu to display the print settings dialog. Select the printer and paper to use, then click Print. Print Settings Dialog Related Topic Scan View Page top...
  • Page 300 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Scanning Photos and Documents > Scanning with Favorite Settings A055 Scanning with Favorite Settings You can scan with your favorite, frequently used settings by saving them beforehand. Note You can save your favorite settings in the dialog displayed by clicking Settings. See the corresponding page of On-screen Manual for details on the setting procedure.
  • Page 301 Scanning starts. Note Click Cancel to cancel the scan. When scanning is completed, the image appears as a thumbnail. Note You can rotate the selected image 90 degrees clockwise each time you click Rotate. You can crop images. Cropping Scanned Images Click Save to save rotated or cropped scanned images.
  • Page 302 "Preferences Dialog" for details on the setting procedure. Note You can also print scanned images. Control-click a thumbnail and select Print... from the displayed menu to display the print settings dialog. Select the printer and paper to use, then click Print. Print Settings Dialog Related Topic Scan View...
  • Page 303 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Scanning Photos and Documents > Cropping Scanned Images A060 Cropping Scanned Images You can crop scanned images. "Cropping" is the act of selecting the area you want to keep in an image and discarding the rest.
  • Page 304 Note To move the cropping area, place the cursor within the white frame and drag it. You can rotate the selected image 90 degrees clockwise each time you click Rotate. Click Close. The view switches to Scan. Click Save. Save Dialog (Scan View) Related Topic Crop View (Scan View) Page top...
  • Page 305 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Editing Items A061 Editing Items Setting the Theme and Main People Changing Background Changing Layout Arranging Photos Automatically Adding, Deleting or Rearranging Pages Inserting/Adjusting Images Adding Text to Photos Page top...
  • Page 306 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Editing Items > Setting the Theme and Main People A062 Setting the Theme and Main People In the My Art view, you can set the theme and main people of your items. Note "My Art View"...
  • Page 307 Set the priority of people. You can select Priority 1 or Priority 2. Leave the field blank if not setting the priority. Select Paper Size and Orientation. Note Selectable Paper Size and Orientation vary depending on the theme. Make sure that the Display recommendation checkbox is selected. Images will be automatically inserted to the item's layout frames based on the information registered to the images.
  • Page 308 Note Images with higher favorite levels and frequently browsed images are used with priority. Deselect the checkbox if you want to specify the images that are to be inserted into your item. "Inserting/Adjusting Images" for how to insert images. When Identifying people... appears at Unregistered People in Global Menu, the result may not be as expected since automatic placement does not apply to images for which analysis has not been completed.
  • Page 309 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Editing Items > Changing Background A063 Changing Background In the My Art view, you can change the background of your items by page. Important This function is not available when PREMIUM Contents are used. This function may not be available depending on the type and theme of your item.
  • Page 310 The Select Background dialog appears. Select a background. Select the type of background you want to use in the Select Background dialog. When No background is selected The background will be blank (white). When a sample image is selected The selected image is set as the background. When Single color is selected The Colors dialog appears.
  • Page 311 Click OK. The selected background is set for the selected page. When Photo is selected, you can insert an image into the background by dragging and dropping it from the Materials area. You can also scan an item such as a photo and insert it into the background. Control-click the background of the page in the Edit area, then select Use Scanned Image from the displayed menu.
  • Page 312 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Editing Items > Changing Layout A064 Changing Layout In the My Art view, you can change the layout of your items by page. Important This function is not available when PREMIUM Contents are used. This function may not be available depending on the type and theme of your item.
  • Page 313 The Select Layout dialog appears. Select the layout you want to use. Click OK. The layout of the selected page changes to the selected one. Related Topic Select Layout Dialog Page top...
  • Page 314 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Editing Items > Arranging Photos Automatically A065 Arranging Photos Automatically In the My Art view, you can automatically place images into the layout frames of your items. Important This function may not be available when PREMIUM Contents are used. Note "My Art View"...
  • Page 315 Select a layout type from the displayed menu. Images in the Materials area are placed automatically according to the selected layout type. When Display recommendation is selected Based on the favorite level and information of people registered to images, suitable images are selected and placed into the layout frames.
  • Page 316 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Editing Items > Adding, Deleting or Rearranging Pages A066 Adding, Deleting or Rearranging Pages In the My Art view, you can add pages to or delete pages from your items. You can also rearrange pages. Adding Pages Deleting Pages Rearranging Pages...
  • Page 317 Click Add Page. A new page is added after the selected page. Deleting Pages You can delete unwanted pages. Note Pages can be deleted only when there are multiple pages. Select an unwanted page in the Page Thumbnails area. Note...
  • Page 318 If the Page Thumbnails area is not displayed, click the bar above the operation buttons. Click Delete Page. The page is deleted. Rearranging Pages You can rearrange the order of pages by dragging and dropping them in the Page Thumbnails area. Page top...
  • Page 319 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Editing Items > Inserting/Adjusting Images A067 Inserting/Adjusting Images In the My Art view, you can insert images into your items by dragging and dropping materials or by scanning items such as photos. You can also change the angle, position and size of images. You can also correct or enhance images.
  • Page 320 Scanning and Inserting Images You can scan and insert your favorite photos, etc. into your items. You can scan with simple steps or by using ScanGear (scanner driver). Place the item on the platen. In the Edit area of the My Art view, control-click an image, a layout frame or the background, then select Use Scanned Image from the displayed menu.
  • Page 321 Select an image in the Edit area of the My Art view. The image editing tool appears below the selected image. Change the angle, position and size using the editing toolbar. (Rotate 90°) You can rotate the image 90 degrees clockwise each time you click it. (Adjust Position) You can switch the cursor between (Move) and the standard one.
  • Page 322 When Correct/Enhance is selected The Correct/Enhance Images window appears. You can correct red eyes or adjust the brightness and contrast of images. Correcting/Enhancing Photos When Special Filters is selected The Special Image Filters window appears. You can joyfully enhance photos using the filter you want to use.
  • Page 323 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Editing Items > Adding Text to Photos A068 Adding Text to Photos In the My Art view, you can add text to cards, collages, disc labels and other items containing a text box. Important This function may not be available depending on the type and theme of your item.
  • Page 324 Select the font type. (2) Size You can set the font size within the range of 5 to 100 points. (Decrease Size) Decreases the font size by 1 point each time it is clicked. (Increase Size) Increases the font size by 1 point each time it is clicked. (3) Color You can select the font color.
  • Page 325 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Correcting/Enhancing Photos A070 Correcting/Enhancing Photos You can correct red eyes or adjust the brightness and contrast of images. Select an image in the Edit area of the My Art view, Calendar view set to Day View, Event view, the expanded display of the People view, Unregistered People view or folder view, then click Correct/Enhance at the bottom of the screen to display the Correct/Enhance Images window.
  • Page 326 Face Sharpener You can sharpen out-of-focus faces. Using Face Sharpener Digital Face Smoothing You can enhance skin beautifully by reducing blemishes and wrinkles. Using Digital Face Smoothing Blemish Remover You can reduce moles. Using Blemish Remover Image Adjustment You can adjust brightness and contrast, sharpen the entire image, etc. You can also blur the outline of the subjects or remove the base color.
  • Page 327 Crop You can select the area you want to keep in an image and discard the rest. Cropping Photos Related Topic Correct/Enhance Images Window Page top...
  • Page 328 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Correcting/Enhancing Photos > Using Auto Photo Fix A071 Using Auto Photo Fix You can automatically apply corrections suitable for photos based on the analysis of the shot scene. Important Auto Photo Fix cannot be applied to images that have been corrected with Auto Photo Fix and saved. In addition, Auto Photo Fix may not be available for images edited with an application, digital camera, etc.
  • Page 329 Note If only one image is selected, only the preview appears and the Selected Images area does not appear. Make sure that Auto is selected. Click Auto Photo Fix, then click OK. The entire photo is corrected automatically and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.
  • Page 330 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Correcting/Enhancing Photos > Using Red-Eye Correction A072 Using Red-Eye Correction You can reduce red eye caused by a camera flash. There are two Red-Eye Correction methods: automatic and manual. Note You can automatically correct red eyes when printing. See "Print Settings Dialog"...
  • Page 331 If only one image is selected, only the preview appears and the Selected Images area does not appear. Auto Correction Make sure that Auto is selected. Click Red-Eye Correction. Click OK. Red eyes are corrected and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.
  • Page 332 The correction level can be changed by moving the slider displayed below Red-Eye Correction. When the cursor is moved over the image, the shape of the cursor changes to (Cross). Drag to specify the red area you want to correct, then click OK over the image. Red eyes are corrected and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.
  • Page 333 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Correcting/Enhancing Photos > Using Face Brightener A073 Using Face Brightener You can brighten dark faces caused by bright background. Note It is recommended to apply Face Brightener when the correction made by Auto Photo Fix is not sufficient.
  • Page 334 If only one image is selected, only the preview appears and the Selected Images area does not appear. Click Manual, then click Correct/Enhance. Click Face Brightener. Note The correction level can be changed by moving the slider displayed below Face Brightener. When the cursor is moved over the image, the shape of the cursor changes to (Cross).
  • Page 335 Note To save only the image(s) you like, select it (them) and click Save Selected Image. Click Save All Corrected Images to save all the corrected images at one time. The corrected image(s) can be saved in JPEG/Exif format only. Click Exit.
  • Page 336 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Correcting/Enhancing Photos > Using Face Sharpener A074 Using Face Sharpener You can sharpen out-of-focus faces. There are two Face Sharpener methods: automatic and manual. Select the image(s) you want to correct. Selecting Images, PDF Files and Videos Click Correct/Enhance at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 337 Auto Correction Make sure that Auto is selected. Click Face Sharpener. Note The correction level can be changed by moving the slider displayed below Face Sharpener. Click OK. The face is sharpened and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.
  • Page 338 image. The face area in and around the selected area is sharpened and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image. Note You can also drag to rotate the selected area. Click (Display Comparison Screen) to display the images before and after the correction side by side so that you can compare and check the result.
  • Page 339 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Correcting/Enhancing Photos > Using Digital Face Smoothing A076 Using Digital Face Smoothing You can enhance skin beautifully by reducing blemishes and wrinkles. There are two Digital Face Smoothing methods: automatic and manual. Select the image(s) you want to enhance.
  • Page 340 Auto Enhancement Make sure that Auto is selected. Click Digital Face Smoothing. Note The enhancement level can be changed by moving the slider displayed below Digital Face Smoothing. Click OK. Skin is enhanced beautifully and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.
  • Page 341 Drag to specify the area you want to correct, then click OK that appears over the image. Skin in and around the specified area is enhanced beautifully and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image. Note You can also drag to rotate the selected area.
  • Page 342 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Correcting/Enhancing Photos > Using Blemish Remover A077 Using Blemish Remover You can reduce moles. Select the image(s) you want to enhance. Selecting Images, PDF Files and Videos Click Correct/Enhance at the bottom of the screen. The Correct/Enhance Images window appears.
  • Page 343 Click Blemish Remover. Note When the cursor is moved over the image, the shape of the cursor changes to (Cross). Drag to specify the area you want to enhance, then click OK that appears over the image. Moles in and around the specified area are reduced and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.
  • Page 344 Important If the enhanced image(s) is (are) not saved, the enhancement(s) will be deleted. Related Topic Correct/Enhance Images Window Page top...
  • Page 345 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Correcting/Enhancing Photos > Adjusting Images A078 Adjusting Images You can make fine adjustments to the overall brightness, contrast, etc. of images. Select the image(s) you want to adjust. Selecting Images, PDF Files and Videos Click Correct/Enhance at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 346 Move the slider of each item to adjust the level. The following adjustments are available: Brightness Contrast Sharpness Blur Show-through Removal The image is adjusted and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image. Note Click (Display Comparison Screen) to display the images before and after the adjustment side by side so that you can compare and check the result.
  • Page 347 Page top...
  • Page 348 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Cropping Photos A079 Cropping Photos Cropping is the act of selecting the area you want to keep in an image and discarding the rest. Important This function may not be available when PREMIUM Contents are used. Images cannot be cropped while editing items.
  • Page 349 Drag the white squares on the image to specify the area to be cropped, then click Note Click Reset Selected Image in the Correct/Enhance Images window to undo all enhancements. Related Topic Crop Window Page top...
  • Page 350 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters A080 Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters Transform your photos into unique and attractive images using special filters. Select an image in the Edit area of the My Art view, Calendar view set to Day View, Event view, the expanded display of the People view, Unregistered People view or folder view, then click Special Filters at the bottom of the screen to display the Special Image Filters window.
  • Page 351 Soft Focus You can soften an image to resemble a photo taken with a soft focus lens. Enhancing with Soft Focus Blur Background You can blur the background to emphasize the subject or specific areas. Blurring the Background Related Topic Special Image Filters Window Page top...
  • Page 352 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters > Enhancing with Fish-eye Effect A081 Enhancing with Fish-eye Effect You can enhance an image to resemble a photo taken with a fish-eye lens. Select the image(s) you want to enhance. Selecting Images, PDF Files and Videos Click Special Filters at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 353 (Center) mark for setting the center position appears in the Preview area. Note The effect level can be changed by moving the slider displayed below Fish-eye Effect. Drag the (Center) mark to set the center position, then click OK. The edges of the image are distorted, focusing on the specified area, and the (Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.
  • Page 354 Important If the enhanced image(s) is (are) not saved, the enhancement(s) will be deleted. Related Topic Special Image Filters Window Page top...
  • Page 355 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters > Enhancing with Miniature Effect A082 Enhancing with Miniature Effect You can enhance an image (landscape photo, etc.) to resemble a photo of a miniature model (diorama). Note This filter is suitable for photos taken from above, looking down on the subject.
  • Page 356 appear. Click Miniature Effect. Note A white frame (area that will not be blurred) appears in the Preview area. The frame size can be changed by moving the slider displayed below Miniature Effect. Drag the frame up or down to specify the position on which to adjust the focus, then click OK.
  • Page 357 The enhanced image(s) can be saved in JPEG/Exif format only. Click Exit. Important If the enhanced image(s) is (are) not saved, the enhancement(s) will be deleted. Related Topic Special Image Filters Window Page top...
  • Page 358 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters > Enhancing with Toy Camera Effect A083 Enhancing with Toy Camera Effect You can enhance an image to resemble a retro photo taken with a toy camera. Select the image(s) you want to enhance.
  • Page 359 Click Toy Camera Effect. Move the slider to adjust the level. The entire image is enhanced to resemble a photo taken with a toy camera, and the (Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image. Note Click (Display Comparison Screen) to display the images before and after the enhancement side by side so that you can compare and check the result.
  • Page 360 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters > Enhancing with Soft Focus A084 Enhancing with Soft Focus You can soften an image to resemble a photo taken with a soft focus lens. Select the image(s) you want to enhance. Selecting Images, PDF Files and Videos Click Special Filters at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 361 Move the slider to adjust the level. The entire image is enhanced to resemble a photo taken with a soft focus lens, and the (Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image. Note Click (Display Comparison Screen) to display the images before and after the enhancement side by side so that you can compare and check the result.
  • Page 362 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters > Blurring the Background A085 Blurring the Background You can blur the background to emphasize the subject or specific areas. Note Areas may not be specified as intended depending on how you surround them. This filter is suitable for photos in which the subject is clearly distinguished from the background.
  • Page 363 Note If only one image is selected, only the preview appears and the Selected Images area does not appear. Click Blur Background. Note The effect level can be changed by moving the slider displayed below Blur Background. When the cursor is moved over the Preview area, the shape of the cursor changes to (Pen).
  • Page 364 select the area" mode. When the "Detect the outline and select the area" mode is canceled, a clicked point and the next clicked point will be connected with a straight line. Press the delete key to undo the specified points one at a time. When you finish surrounding the area, click the first point.
  • Page 365 Page top...
  • Page 366 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Creating/Editing PDF Files A087 Creating/Editing PDF Files You can create PDF files from images saved on a computer. You can also add pages to or delete pages from the created PDF files and rearrange pages. Important You can create or edit up to 99 pages of a PDF file at one time.
  • Page 367 When adding existing images or PDF files Click Add Page at the bottom of the screen. After the Open dialog appears, select the image(s) or PDF file(s) you want to add, then click Open. When deleting pages Select the image(s), then click Delete Page at the bottom of the screen. Change the page order as required.
  • Page 368 My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions > Extracting Text from Images (OCR Function) A090 Extracting Text from Images (OCR Function) Scan text in images and display it in TextEdit (included with Mac OS). Important PDF files cannot be converted to text. Text conversion may not be possible depending on the size of the selected image.
  • Page 369 characters) - Documents containing special fonts, effects, italics, or hand-written text - Documents with narrow line spacing - Documents with colors in the background of text - Documents containing multiple languages Page top...
  • Page 370 Please also check terms of service in the photo sharing site before using the work of others. Canon is not responsible for any copyright issues arising from the use of this function. This application uses the Flickr API but is not endorsed or certified by Flickr.
  • Page 371 Important Some images, such as images in formats other than JPEG, do not appear. Note The number of images that match the search text may be small depending on the language of the search text. In that case, entering the search text in English may increase search results. Select Sort by and License Type at the bottom of the screen as required, then click (Refresh).
  • Page 372 My Image Garden Guide > Utilizing the Item Recommendation Function > Enjoying Items Recommended by My Image Garden A092 Enjoying Items Recommended by My Image Garden Creating collages, calendars, etc. using photos saved on a computer require a lot of time and effort to select your favorite photos among a huge number of images and to enlarge/reduce photos to fit the layout frames.
  • Page 373 Collage/card in which photos shot on the birthday are automatically laid out Preserve the Proud Moments When you register a recital event in the Calendar view... Collage/card/calendar in which photos shot on the day of the recital are automatically laid out Record the Memories of Family Travel When you register a travel event in the Calendar view...
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  • Page 375 My Image Garden Guide > Utilizing the Item Recommendation Function > Registering Various Information to Photos A093 Registering Various Information to Photos Images analyzed in My Image Garden appear in the Unregistered People view or People view by person, and also appear in the Calendar view based on the shooting date and time. Even this alone will display patterns of items such as collages and calendars with automatically selected/placed photos as slide shows in Image Display, allowing you to enjoy various items;...
  • Page 376 When the relationship is not registered When the relationship is registered The daughter may appear smaller, or the layout may The layout focuses on the daughter. focus on a friend. Moreover, if the parent-child relationship is registered, patterns that enrich family memories will also appear.
  • Page 377 Patterns Displayed by Category Category Patterns Displayed Kids Growth record Unisex collages, cards, calendars, etc. of growth records Entrance ceremony, Graduation, Unisex collages, cards, calendars, etc. Recital, Sports day, Birthday, Others specific for each event Anniversary Wedding Photo studio-like collages, marriage cards, calendars, etc.
  • Page 378 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen A094 Main Screen This is the screen in which you handle various functions of My Image Garden. You can organize, edit or print images and your items, or scan documents and photos by operating in the corresponding area. Global Menu Display/Operation Area Information Area...
  • Page 379 Event View People Switches to the People view in which the registered people appear as thumbnails. People View Click (Right Arrow) to display the registered people. When you click the name of a person, the view switches to the expanded display of People and you can browse the images registered to the person.
  • Page 380 You can edit images, documents, items, etc. via the operation buttons, control-click menu or drag-and- drop. (3) Information Area Displays the details such as file names of images, documents and items as well as dates and times they were saved. (Information) You can show or hide information area.
  • Page 381 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > My Art View A096 My Art View You can edit or print items such as collages and cards. Important Background may not be clicked depending on the type and theme of your item. Switch to the My Art view by one of the following operations Click a title displayed below My Art on the left side of the screen Click OK in the Select Theme and Main People dialog displayed by clicking New Art at the bottom...
  • Page 382 You can drag and drop images to the layout frames in the Edit area to replace images. You can also add images for use by dragging and dropping them to the title on the left side of the screen. When you select Delete from the menu displayed by control-clicking a thumbnail, it will disappear from the Materials area.
  • Page 383 Auto Layout When you select a layout pattern, images will be automatically placed in the layout frames displayed in the Edit area. You can select from the following three types of layout pattern. - Display recommendation - Material order - Date order Note When you select Display recommendation, a suitable image is selected for and placed in each layout frame of the item.
  • Page 384 (5) Display Size Setting Bar (Thumbnail View) Switches to the thumbnail view in which you can edit items. (Details View) Switches the view to preview the image. (Whole Image View) Fits the preview to the area size. (Reduce/Enlarge) Click (Reduce) or (Enlarge) to reduce or enlarge the display size.
  • Page 385 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > My Art View > Select Theme and Main People Dialog A097 Select Theme and Main People Dialog You can set your item's theme and main people, paper size, etc. Display the Select Theme and Main People dialog by one of the following operations.
  • Page 386 An item is automatically created by placing photos with higher priority in the center. (3) Paper Settings Area Paper Size You can select the paper size. Orientation You can select the paper orientation. (4) Display recommendation Select this checkbox to place images selected for the item in a state suitable for the layout frames of the item.
  • Page 387 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > My Art View > Select Background Dialog A098 Select Background Dialog You can change the background of your item. In the My Art view, click Background at the bottom of the screen to display the Select Background dialog.
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  • Page 389 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > My Art View > Select Layout Dialog A099 Select Layout Dialog You can change the layout of your item. Click the page you want to change from the Page Thumbnails area of the My Art view, then click Layout at the bottom of the screen to display the Select Layout dialog.
  • Page 390 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > My Art View > Advanced Settings Dialog (Stickers) A100 Advanced Settings Dialog (Stickers) You can use the same image in all sticker frames. In the My Art view, display stickers and click Advanced... at the bottom of the screen to display the Advanced Settings dialog.
  • Page 391 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > My Art View > Advanced Settings Dialog (Photo Layout) A101 Advanced Settings Dialog (Photo Layout) When you want to add dates to the images to be used for layout printing, you can specify the position, size, color, etc.
  • Page 393 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > My Art View > Advanced Settings Dialog (Calendar) A102 Advanced Settings Dialog (Calendar) You can specify basic settings, font, font color, display format, etc. for the calendar. In the My Art view, display a calendar and click Advanced...
  • Page 394 Week Starts on You can set the start day of the week. You can select Sunday or Monday. Set Holidays Click Settings... to display the Advanced Settings dialog (Calendar holiday settings) in which you can set holidays for the calendar. Advanced Settings Dialog (Calendar Holiday Settings) (2) Style for Year You can set the font, font color and display format to be applied to the year.
  • Page 395 Font for Days of Week/Font for Days You can select the font to use for the days of the week and dates. Font Color for Weekdays/Font Color for Saturdays/Font Color for Sundays/Font Color for Holidays You can select the font color of the days of the week and dates. (Color Setting) The Colors dialog appears.
  • Page 396 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > My Art View > Advanced Settings Dialog (Calendar) > Advanced Settings Dialog (Calendar Holiday Settings) A103 Advanced Settings Dialog (Calendar Holiday Settings) You can set holidays for the calendar. In the My Art view, display the Advanced Settings dialog and click Settings...
  • Page 397 Related Topic Printing Calendars Advanced Settings Dialog (Calendar) Page top...
  • Page 398 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > My Art View > Advanced Settings Dialog (Disc Label) A150 Advanced Settings Dialog (Disc Label) You can set the print area for disc labels. In the My Art view, display a disc label and click Advanced... at the bottom of the screen to display the Advanced Settings dialog.
  • Page 399 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Calendar View A151 Calendar View You can browse or organize images, PDF files and videos by date of shooting or creation. Click Calendar on the left side of the screen to switch to the Calendar view. Calendar Area Calendar View Switching Area Operation Buttons...
  • Page 400 date appear. (2) Calendar View Switching Area (Decrease)/(Increase) Increases or decreases the numbers for year, month and day. The calendar view switches according to the specified year, month and day with each click. Note You can also enter the year, month and day directly. Day View Switches to the Day View calendar.
  • Page 401 You can create items such as collages and cards using images. Select an item to create to display the Select Theme and Main People dialog in which you can set the theme and main people of the item. Select Theme and Main People Dialog The view switches to My Art when selection of the theme and main people is completed.
  • Page 402 Click (Reduce) or (Enlarge) to reduce or enlarge the display size. You can also freely change the display size by dragging the slider. Note "Registering Events" for how to register events. "Registering People from the Details View" for how to register people from the details view of preview.
  • Page 403 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Calendar View > Register Event Dialog A152 Register Event Dialog You can register the event information to images. Select the date for registration in the Calendar view, then click Register Event at the bottom of the screen to display the Register Event dialog.
  • Page 404 (3) Associate all images captured on the selected date Select this checkbox to register all images contained in the selected date as the same event. The preview to check all images contained in the selected date appears. Related Topic Registering Events Calendar View Page top...
  • Page 405 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Event View A154 Event View You can browse the images, PDF files and videos registered to the events set in the Calendar view by event. Click an event name displayed below Event on the left side of the screen to switch to the Event view. Note The Event view can be displayed only when an event has been registered in the Calendar view.
  • Page 406 Correct/Enhance and Special Filters can be clicked only when an image is selected. Create/Edit PDF File can be clicked only when an image or PDF file is selected. Video Frame Capture can be clicked only when a video is selected. New Art You can create items such as collages and cards using images.
  • Page 407 (Details View) Switches the view to preview an image, PDF file or video. (Whole Image View) While in the details view, fits the preview to the area size. (Reduce/Enlarge) Click (Reduce) or (Enlarge) to reduce or enlarge the display size. You can also freely change the display size by dragging the slider.
  • Page 408 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > People View A155 People View Images appear grouped by person. You can set the profiles of registered people. Click People on the left side of the screen to switch to the People view. Registered People Area Operation Buttons Display Size Setting Bar...
  • Page 409 New Art You can create items such as collages and cards using the images registered to people. Select an item to create to display the Select Theme and Main People dialog in which you can set the theme and main people of the item. Select Theme and Main People Dialog The view switches to My Art when selection of the theme and main people is completed.
  • Page 410 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > People View > Register Profile Dialog A160 Register Profile Dialog You can register the profiles of registered people. Select the person you want to register in the People view, then click Register Profile at the bottom of the screen to display the Register Profile dialog.
  • Page 411 Related Topic Registering People's Profiles Page top...
  • Page 412 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > People View > Expanded Display A161 Expanded Display All images contained in a registered person appear as thumbnails. You can browse or edit the images. Switch the People view to the expanded display by one of the following operations. Double-click a person in the People view Click the name displayed below People on the left side of the screen Thumbnails Area...
  • Page 413 New Art appears only in the thumbnail view. Specify Person and (Previous File/Next File) appear only in the details view. Correct/Enhance, Special Filters and Create/Edit PDF File can be clicked only when an image is selected. New Art You can create items such as collages and cards using images. Select an item to create to display the Select Theme and Main People dialog in which you can set the theme and main people of the item.
  • Page 414 the display size by dragging the slider. Related Topic Registering People from the Details View Page top...
  • Page 415 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Unregistered People View A170 Unregistered People View You can register names to the images whose face areas have been automatically detected. Click Unregistered People on the left side of the screen to switch to the Unregistered People view. Note Identifying people...
  • Page 416 (3) Operation Buttons Note New Art appears only in the thumbnail view. Specify Person and (Previous File/Next File) appear only in the details view. Correct/Enhance, Special Filters and Create/Edit PDF File can be clicked only when an image is selected. New Art You can create items such as collages and cards using images.
  • Page 417 Click (Reduce) or (Enlarge) to reduce or enlarge the display size. You can also freely change the display size by dragging the slider. Related Topic Registering People Page top...
  • Page 418 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Folder View A171 Folder View Images, PDF files and videos in the specified folder appear as thumbnails. Click the folder in the folder tree on the left side of the screen to switch to the folder view. Thumbnails Area Operation Buttons Display Size Setting Bar...
  • Page 419 New Art You can create items such as collages and cards using images. Select an item to create to display the Select Theme and Main People dialog in which you can set the theme and main people of the item. Select Theme and Main People Dialog The view switches to My Art when selection of the theme and main people is completed.
  • Page 420 (Whole Image View) While in the details view, fits the preview to the area size. (Reduce/Enlarge) Click (Reduce) or (Enlarge) to reduce or enlarge the display size. You can also freely change the display size by dragging the slider. Note "Registering People from the Details View"...
  • Page 421 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Scan View A180 Scan View You can perform various scans according to item and use. Click Scan on the left side of the screen to switch to the Scan view. Scan Buttons Area Scanned Image Thumbnails Area Operation Buttons...
  • Page 422 Stitch Combines scanned images into one image. Click to start IJ Scan Utility. See the corresponding page of On-screen Manual for details. ScanGear Opens ScanGear (scanner driver) from which you can scan photos and documents with advanced settings. Click to start ScanGear. See the corresponding page of On-screen Manual for details.
  • Page 423 Switches the view to preview the image. (Whole Image View) While in the details view, fits the preview to the area size. (Reduce/Enlarge) Click (Reduce) or (Enlarge) to reduce or enlarge the display size. You can also freely change the display size by dragging the slider. Related Topic Scanning Photos and Documents Page top...
  • Page 424 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Scan View > Crop View (Scan View) A181 Crop View (Scan View) You can crop scanned images. Click Crop in the Scan view to switch to the Crop view. Preview Area Operation Buttons Display Size Setting Bar...
  • Page 425 Applies cropping. Close Returns to the Scan view without applying cropping. (Previous Image/Next Image) Switches the displayed image when there are multiple scanned images. (3) Display Size Setting Bar (Thumbnail View) The view switches to Scan. (Whole Image View) Fits the preview to the area size. (Reduce/Enlarge) Click (Reduce) or...
  • Page 426 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Scan View > Save Dialog (Scan View) A182 Save Dialog (Scan View) You can make advanced settings for saving scanned images to a computer. Click Save at the bottom right of the Scan view to display the Save dialog. Save in Displays the folder in which to save the scanned images.
  • Page 427 Select this checkbox to create a current date folder in the folder specified in Save in and save scanned images in it. The folder will be created with a name such as "20XX_01_01" (Year_Month_Date). If this checkbox is not selected, files are saved directly in the folder specified in Save in. Related Topic Scan View Page top...
  • Page 428 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Photo Sharing Sites View A183 Photo Sharing Sites View You can search for images on photo sharing sites on the Internet and download the images you want to print.
  • Page 429 (2) Search Results Area Displays the thumbnails of search results. The title appears under each thumbnail. Important Due to limitations of photo sharing sites, if the search results exceed 4,000 images, the same images as those displayed in the page containing the 4,001st image will be displayed in all the subsequent pages.
  • Page 430 Attribution No - You must show the title and licensor of the original Derivatives (CC work along with your creation. license) - You may not modify the work. Attribution Share - You must show the title and licensor of the original Alike (CC license) work along with your creation.
  • Page 431 Note "Downloading Images from Photo Sharing Sites" for how to download images from photo sharing sites. Page top...
  • Page 432 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Photo Sharing Sites View > Save Dialog (Photo Sharing Sites View) A184 Save Dialog (Photo Sharing Sites View) You can make advanced settings for saving the images downloaded in the Photo Sharing Sites view to a computer.
  • Page 433 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Video Frame Capture View A185 Video Frame Capture View You can capture video frames to create still images. You can also print the captured still images. Switch to the Video Frame Capture view by one of the following operations. Select a video in Day View of the Calendar view, the Event view or folder view, then click Video Frame Capture at the bottom of the screen Click Video Frame Capture on the left side of the screen when video frame capture is in progress...
  • Page 434 (2) Captured Images Area Displays the thumbnails of still images captured from the video. The (Correction) mark appears on the thumbnails of corrected still images. (Left Scroll)/(Right Scroll) Scrolls the Captured Images area left or right to display the hidden thumbnails. (3) Operation Buttons Layout Print You can print multiple still images by placing them in a layout that resembles a film or theater.
  • Page 435 Capture (single frame) Panel Capture (multiple) Panel (Playback Slider) Displays the video playback progress. The current playback time appears below the slider. You can drag the slider to move the video forward or backward. (Start Time of Capture Range)/(End Time of Capture Range) You can specify the range from which to automatically capture multiple images.
  • Page 436 (Switch Single/Multiple Capture) Switches the view between the Capture (single frame) panel and Capture (multiple) panel. Note "Capturing and Printing Still Images from Videos" for how to capture still images from a video. Page top...
  • Page 437 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Video Frame Capture View > Correct View A186 Correct View You can correct still images captured from a video. Select the still image(s) you want to correct in the Captured Images area of the Video Frame Capture view, then click Correct at the bottom of the screen to switch to the Correct view.
  • Page 438 (3) Operation Buttons Noise Reduction Reduces noise (tonal variation that may appear in images taken in dark locations such as night scenes using a digital camera). Enhance Resolution Reduces jaggies (roughness in images). Undo Restores the original uncorrected state. Close Switches to the Video Frame Capture view.
  • Page 439 (Reduce/Enlarge) Click (Reduce) or (Enlarge) to reduce or enlarge the display size. You can also freely change the display size by dragging the slider. Note "Correcting Still Images Captured from Videos" for how to correct still images captured from a video.
  • Page 440 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Video Frame Capture View > Merge Frames View A187 Merge Frames View You can merge still images captured from a video in the order of the time code to create an image depicting the flow of a moving subject.
  • Page 441 Operation Buttons Display Size Setting Bar (1) Selected Images Area Displays the thumbnails of the still image(s) selected in the Video Frame Capture view. (Left Scroll)/(Right Scroll) Scrolls the Selected Images area left or right to display the hidden thumbnails. (2) Preview Area Displays the preview of the merged image.
  • Page 442 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Video Frame Capture View > Save Dialog (Video Frame Capture View) A188 Save Dialog (Video Frame Capture View) You can make advanced settings for saving still images captured from a video or images of merged frames to a computer.
  • Page 444 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Download PREMIUM Contents View A189 Download PREMIUM Contents View You can download PREMIUM Contents. Click Download PREMIUM Contents on the left side of the screen to switch to the Download PREMIUM Contents view.
  • Page 445 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Downloaded PREMIUM Contents View A200 Downloaded PREMIUM Contents View You can edit or print PREMIUM Contents (materials for printing) downloaded. Click Downloaded PREMIUM Contents on the left side of the screen to switch to the Downloaded PREMIUM Contents view.
  • Page 446 (2) Operation Buttons Edit Switches to the My Art view. My Art View Note Available editing functions vary depending on the selected PREMIUM Content. You cannot edit multiple PREMIUM Contents at the same time. (3) Display Size Setting Bar (Reduce/Enlarge) Click (Reduce) or (Enlarge) to reduce or enlarge the display size.
  • Page 447 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Main Screen > Scan View > Save Dialog (Scan View) > PDF Settings Dialog A300 PDF Settings Dialog You can make advanced settings such as the PDF compression type to the PDF file to be saved. Select PDF for Data Format in the Save dialog of the Scan view, then click Settings...
  • Page 448 - Images with small amount of text - Images containing figures/images - Hand-written image PDF Compression Select a compression type for saving. Standard It is recommended that you normally select this setting. High Compresses the file size when saving. You can reduce the load on your network/server. Important PDF images may degrade if you repeatedly save them with high compression.
  • Page 449 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Correct/Enhance Images Window A301 Correct/Enhance Images Window You can correct or enhance images. Display the Correct/Enhance Images window by one of the following operations. Select the image(s) in use in the Edit area of the My Art view, then click Correct/Enhance at the bottom of the screen Select an image or images in Day View of the Calendar view, the Event view, the expanded display of the People view, the Unregistered People view or folder view, then click Correct/Enhance at the...
  • Page 450 Auto Photo Fix Applies corrections suitable for photos automatically. Note You can automatically correct photos when printing. See "Print Settings Dialog" for the setting procedure. Prioritize Exif info Select this checkbox to apply corrections primarily based on the settings made at the time of shooting.
  • Page 451 Reset Selected Image Restores the corrected, adjusted or enhanced image to the original uncorrected, unenhanced or unadjusted state. Manual Tab There are two menus on the Manual tab: Adjust and Correct/Enhance. Use Adjust to adjust brightness and contrast, or to sharpen the entire image. Use Correct/Enhance to correct/enhance specific areas.
  • Page 452 Brightness/Contrast Adjusts the brightness and contrast of the image. Move the Brightness slider to the left to darken and right to brighten the image. Move the Contrast slider to the left to decrease and right to increase the contrast of the image. Tone Adjusts the brightness balance by specifying Highlight (the brightest level), Shadow (the darkest level) and Midtone (the color in the middle of Highlight and Shadow).
  • Page 453 Correct/Enhance Red-Eye Correction Corrects red eyes in the selected area. You can adjust the correction level using the slider. Face Brightener Corrects the entire image to brighten the face area in and around the selected area. You can adjust the correction level using the slider. Face Sharpener Corrects the entire image to sharpen the face area in and around the selected area.
  • Page 454 Rotates the image 90 degrees counter-clockwise or clockwise with each click. (Invert Horizontally) Inverts the image horizontally. (Crop) Displays the Crop window in which you can crop the image. Crop Window (Enlarge)/(Reduce) Enlarges or reduces the preview with each click. (Whole Image View) Fits the preview to the area size.
  • Page 455 window. (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on corrected or enhanced images. Note This area does not appear when multiple images were selected in the My Art view upon displaying the Correct/Enhance Images window; only the preview of the last selected image appears. (5) Operation Buttons Save Selected Image Displays the Save dialog from which you can save the corrected, enhanced or adjusted image...
  • Page 456 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Correct/Enhance Images Window > Crop Window A302 Crop Window You can crop images. Click (Crop) in the Correct/Enhance Images window to display the Crop window. Note When the Correct/Enhance Images windows is displayed from the My Art view, (Crop) does not appear.
  • Page 457 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page top...
  • Page 458 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Special Image Filters Window A303 Special Image Filters Window You can enhance images using special filters. Display the Special Image Filters window by one of the following operations. Select the image(s) in use in the Edit area of the My Art view, then click Special Filters at the bottom of the screen Select an image or images in Day View of the Calendar view, the Event view, the expanded display of the People view, the Unregistered People view or folder view, then click Special Filters at the...
  • Page 459 Miniature Effect You can enhance an image to resemble a photo of a miniature model (diorama). You can adjust the size of the white frame (area that will not be blurred) using the slider. Toy Camera Effect You can enhance an image to resemble a retro photo taken with a toy camera. The enhancement is applied as you move the slider to adjust the effect level.
  • Page 460 Before The image before enhancement appears. After The image after enhancement appears. Back/Next Switches to the previous/next image. Not available when one image is selected. Close Closes the Compare Images window. (3) Preview Area Displays the preview of the image being enhanced. (Enhancement) mark appears on enhanced images.
  • Page 461 Closes the Special Image Filters window. Related Topic Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters Page top...
  • Page 462 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Correct/Enhance Images Window > Save Dialog (Correct/Enhance Images or Special Image Filters Window) A304 Save Dialog (Correct/Enhance Images or Special Image Filters Window) You can make advanced settings for saving corrected, enhanced or adjusted images to a computer. Display the Save dialog by one of the following operations.
  • Page 463 Special Image Filters Window Page top...
  • Page 464 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Create/Edit PDF File View A305 Create/Edit PDF File View You can create PDF files from images saved on a computer. You can also add pages to or delete pages from the created PDF files and rearrange pages. Select an image (or images) or a PDF file (or PDF files) in Day View of the Calendar view, the Event view or folder view, then click Create/Edit PDF File at the bottom of the screen to switch to the Create/Edit PDF File view.
  • Page 465 (a) Pages Area Displays the thumbnails of images as pages that compose a PDF file. You can change the page order via drag-and-drop. (Up Scroll)/(Down Scroll) Scrolls up/down the Pages area. (b) Preview Area Displays the preview of an image. (c) Page Operations Toolbar (Previous Page)/(Next Page) Switches the displayed page.
  • Page 466 Deletes the selected page(s). Rotate Rotates the image 90 degrees clockwise with each click. Undo Undoes the last operation. Each click restores the previous state. Reset Undoes all operations performed in the Create/Edit PDF File view. Click to restore the initial state. Save Displays the Save dialog from which you can save each of the page displayed in the Preview area as a separate PDF file.
  • Page 467 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Create/Edit PDF File View > Save Dialog (Create/Edit PDF File View) A500 Save Dialog (Create/Edit PDF File View) You can make advanced settings for saving created or edited PDF files to a computer. Click Save or Save All at the bottom right of the Create/Edit PDF File view to display the Save dialog.
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  • Page 469 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Create/Edit PDF File View > Save Dialog (Create/Edit PDF File View) > File Settings Dialog A502 File Settings Dialog You can make advanced settings such as the PDF compression type to the PDF file to be saved. Click Settings...
  • Page 470 - Images containing figures/images - Hand-written image PDF Compression Select a compression type for saving. Standard It is recommended that you normally select this setting. High Compresses the file size when saving. You can reduce the load on your network/server. Important PDF images may degrade if you repeatedly save them with high compression.
  • Page 471 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Print Settings Dialog A503 Print Settings Dialog You can specify the print settings and start printing. Click Print at the bottom right of each view to display the print settings window. Note The displayed items vary by the data to be printed.
  • Page 472 Printer Settings Printer You can select the printer to be used. Note Only Canon printers appear. Paper Size You can select the size of the paper to be used. Note When printing from the My Art view, the paper size suitable for your item appears...
  • Page 473 automatically. The size cannot be changed. "Paper Size List" for sizes of paper. Media Type Select the type of paper to be used. Paper Source You can select how to feed paper. Note Available paper sizes, media types, paper sources vary depending on the printer to be used. Print Range Settings Page Range You can specify the page range for printing.
  • Page 474 Print date Select this checkbox to add dates to the images before printing. Text Orientation You can select the orientation of the date. Position You can select the position to print the date. The print position of the date does not change even if images are rotated. Font Size You can select the size of the date.
  • Page 475 extension. Important When Amount of Extension is set to Large, the back of paper may become stained. When Amount of Extension is set to Small or None, margins may appear depending on the size of the paper. Adjust Print Position If the image on the printed sticker or disc label is out of position, you can adjust the print position.
  • Page 476 Enable Red-Eye Correction Select this checkbox to correct red eyes caused by a camera flash. Prioritize Exif info Select this checkbox to apply corrections primarily based on the settings made at the time of shooting. Important The color tone may change when you print a document image with Enable Auto Photo Fix selected.
  • Page 477 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Print Settings Dialog > Paper Size List A504 Paper Size List Paper sizes available for printing with My Image Garden are as follows. Check the paper to use before printing. Note Paper sizes that can be selected vary depending on your printer, your operating system and the country/region setting.
  • Page 478 Art A3+ (Margin 35) 12.95 x 19.02 inches (32.9 x 48.3 cm) Fine Art A4 8.27 x 11.69 inches (21.0 x 29.7 cm) Fine Art Letter 8.50 x 11.00 inches (21.59 x 27.94 cm) Fine Art A3 11.69 x 16.54 inches (29.7 x 42.0 cm) Fine Art A3+ 12.95 x 19.02 inches (32.9 x 48.3 cm) A4 (Art Paper Margin 35)
  • Page 479 My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens > Preferences Dialog A505 Preferences Dialog You can specify the environment of My Image Garden, image analysis function settings, folders in which to save files, applications to use, etc. Select Preferences... in the My Image Garden menu of My Image Garden to display the Preferences dialog.
  • Page 480 Image Analysis Settings Tab You can set the folders to be subject to image analysis, face detection rate for image analysis, etc. Perform Image Analysis in the Following Folder(s) Displays the folders to be subject to image analysis. Only the images in the folders registered here appear in the Calendar view, Unregistered People view or People view, and are used in recommended items displayed in Image Display.
  • Page 481 Optimize Image Analysis Results Click Optimize to refresh the saved image analysis results. Delete Saved Image Analysis Results Click Delete to delete the image analysis results. After the image analysis results are deleted, no image appears in the Unregistered People view until the next image analysis is performed.
  • Page 482 Document Language Select the language for detecting text in images. Combine multiple text conversion results Select this checkbox to save the results of extraction in one file collectively upon extracting text from multiple images. Important Be sure to select this checkbox when extracting text from 11 or more images collectively. Defaults Restores all items to the default settings.
  • Page 483 Check 4: Are the ink tanks/ink cartridges installed properly? If genuine Canon ink tanks/ink cartridges are not installed for any colors of a supported printer, an error message is displayed on the computer screen. Follow the instructions on the computer screen, make sure that genuine Canon ink tanks/ink cartridges are installed properly for all colors, then print the PREMIUM Contents again.
  • Page 484 If your printer is connected to AirMac using a USB cable and being used as a shared printer, an error message is displayed on the computer screen. Change the connection to USB connection or network connection, then try printing the PREMIUM Contents again. Page top...
  • Page 485 My Image Garden Guide > Troubleshooting A511 Troubleshooting How Can I Change the Settings of My Image Garden? You can change the settings of My Image Garden in the Preferences dialog. Preferences Dialog Images Do Not Appear Image analysis is performed immediately after installation. Therefore, images may not appear in the Calendar view or Unregistered People view until the image analysis is completed.
  • Page 486 You can also select images downloaded from photo sharing sites on the Internet. Downloading Images from Photo Sharing Sites For videos, only MOV or MP4 format videos recorded with Canon digital cameras or digital camcorders appear. Calendar View (Images, PDF Files and Videos)
  • Page 487 Note Click a date and select Select All from the Edit menu to select all dates of the month. In Day View When you click Day View in the Calendar view set to Month View, the view switches to Calendar set to Day View, and images, PDF files and videos appear as thumbnails by date.
  • Page 488 event appear as thumbnails. Note Select Select All from the Edit menu to select all images, PDF files and videos. People View (Images) When you click People, the view switches to People and the images of registered people appear as thumbnails.
  • Page 489 and the images registered to the person appear as thumbnails. Note Select Select All from the Edit menu to select all images. Unregistered People View (Images) When you click Unregistered People, the view switches to Unregistered People and images detected as a result of image analysis appear as thumbnails.
  • Page 490 Identifying people... appears at Unregistered People in Global Menu during image analysis. Folder View (Images, PDF Files and Videos) When you select a folder in the folder tree, images, PDF files and videos in the folder appear as thumbnails. Page top...
  • Page 491: What Is My Image Garden

    My Image Garden Guide > What Is My Image Garden? What Is My Image Garden? What You Can Do with My Image Garden Starting My Image Garden Page top...
  • Page 492: Printing

    My Image Garden Guide > Printing Printing Printing Photos and Documents Printing Recommended Items and Images Displayed in Slide Shows Creating and Printing Items Downloading and Printing PREMIUM Contents Capturing and Printing Still Images from Videos Page top...
  • Page 493: Using Various Functions

    My Image Garden Guide > Using Various Functions Using Various Functions Scanning Photos and Documents Editing Items Correcting/Enhancing Photos Cropping Photos Enhancing Photos Using Special Filters Creating/Editing PDF Files Extracting Text from Images (OCR Function) Downloading Images from Photo Sharing Sites Page top...
  • Page 494: My Image Garden Screens

    My Image Garden Guide > My Image Garden Screens My Image Garden Screens Main Screen Correct/Enhance Images Window Special Image Filters Window Create/Edit PDF File View Print Settings Dialog Preferences Dialog Page top...
  • Page 495 My Image Garden Guide > Utilizing the Item Recommendation Function Utilizing the Item Recommendation Function Enjoying Items Recommended by My Image Garden Registering Various Information to Photos Page top...
  • Page 496: Table Of Contents

    My Image Garden Guide MA-8768-V1.00 General Notes (My Image Garden) What Is My Image Garden? What You Can Do with My Image Garden Starting My Image Garden Utilizing the Item Recommendation Function Enjoying Items Recommended by My Image Registering Various Information to Photos Garden Printing Printing Photos and Documents...
  • Page 497 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Appendix for Network Communication > Restrictions N002 Restrictions If you use a printer over the wireless LAN, the printer may recognize nearby wireless systems, you should set a network key (WEP, WPA, or WPA2) to the access point to encrypt wireless transmission. Wireless communication with a product that does not comply with the Wi-Fi standard cannot be guaranteed.
  • Page 498 Enable/disable WSD (WSD settings) Enable Timeout setting (WSD settings) 1 minute Enable/disable Bonjour (Bonjour settings) Enable Service name (Bonjour settings) Canon PRO-10 series LPR protocol setting Enable Wireless LAN DRX Enable Wired LAN DRX Enable * The initial value in this item varies by the printer.
  • Page 499 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Appendix for Network Communication > Connecting to Other Computer with LAN/Changing the Connection Method from USB to LAN N106 Connecting to Other Computer with LAN/Changing the Connection Method from USB to LAN To add the computer connecting the printer with LAN or to change the connection method between the printer and the computer from USB to LAN, setup with the Setup CD-ROM.
  • Page 500 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Appendix for Network Communication > About Technical Terms N100 About Technical Terms In this section, technical terms used in the manual are explained. Access Point A wireless transceiver or base station that receives information from wireless clients/the printer and rebroadcasts it.
  • Page 501 For WPA/WPA2, authentication method is PSK. Auto The printer automatically changes its authentication method to match the access point. Open System In this authentication method, the communication partner is authenticated without using WEP key even if Use Password (WEP) is selected. Shared Key In this authentication method, the communication partner is authenticated using the WEP key that was set for encryption.
  • Page 502 when using two or more antennas simultaneously or obtaining a bigger transfer rate than before by using multiple communication channels at the same time, the transmission speed may be influenced by the connected apparatus. At the maximum transfer rate of 600 Mbps, it is possible to communicate with multiple computer terminals within a dozen or so metre radius.
  • Page 503 Network (SSID) Unique label for wireless LAN. It is often represented such as a network name or a access point name. SSID distinguishes one wireless LAN from another to prevent interference. The printer and all clients on a wireless LAN must use the same SSID in order to communicate with each other.
  • Page 504 TCP/IP Suite of communications protocols used to connect hosts on the Internet or the LAN. This protocol allows different terminals to communicate with each other. TKIP An encryption protocol employed by WPA/WPA2. Serial interface designed to enable you to "hot-swap" devices, i.e., by plugging and unplugging them without turning off the power.
  • Page 505 The passphrase should be a string of 8 to 63 alphanumeric characters or a 64-digit hexadecimal value. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) WPS is a standard for easy and secure establishment of a wireless network. There are 2 primary methods used in the Wi-Fi Protected Setup: PIN entry: a mandatory method of setup for all WPS certified devices Push button configuration (PBC): an actual push button on the hardware or through a simulated push button in the software.
  • Page 506 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Cannot Detect a Printer on a Network > Cannot Detect the Printer When Setting up Network Communication N102 Cannot Detect the Printer When Setting up Network Communication If the printer could not be detected on the network when setting up the network communication, confirm the network settings before redetecting the printer.
  • Page 507 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Appendix for Network Communication > Connecting the Printer to the Computer Using a USB Cable U088 Connecting the Printer to the Computer Using a USB Cable Connect the printer and the computer using a USB cable as the illustration below. The USB port is located on the rear of the printer.
  • Page 508 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Appendix for Network Communication > When Detecting the Printers Have the Same Name N105 When Detecting the Printers Have the Same Name When the printer is detected, you may see multiple printers of the same name on the detection result screen.
  • Page 509 Do not print when IJ Network Tool is running. If the firewall function of your security software is turned on, a message may appear warning that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If the warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access.
  • Page 510 > Canon IJ Network Tool Screen N011 Canon IJ Network Tool Screen This section describes the items displayed on the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. Utilities Modifies the settings of the printer. Select to change the network name (SSID) settings.
  • Page 511 Configuration Enabled when Utilities is selected. Click to display the Configuration screen to configure settings of the selected printer. Note This item has the same function as Configuration in the Settings: menu. Page top...
  • Page 512 If the printer is being used from another computer, a screen is displayed informing you of this condition. Note This item has the same function as Update in the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. Network Information Displays the Network Information screen to confirm the network settings of the printer.
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  • Page 514 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Changing and Confirming Network Settings > Changing the Settings in the Wireless LAN Sheet N015 Changing the Settings in the Wireless LAN Sheet To change the wireless network settings of the printer, connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily.
  • Page 515 1. Network Type: AirPort Network (Infra) Connects the printer to the wireless LAN with an access point. 2. Network (SSID): The network name (SSID) of the wireless LAN is displayed. Note Enter the same SSID that the access point is configured to use. The SSID is case-sensitive. 3.
  • Page 516 Transmission is encrypted using a network key you specified. The security has been strengthened more than WEP. If a network key has not been set, the Authentication Type Confirmation screen is displayed automatically. To change network key settings before, click Configuration to display the WPA Details screen or WPA2 Details screen.
  • Page 517 : Poor Type of encryption is displayed as follows. Blank: No encryption WEP: WEP is set WPA: WPA is set WPA2: WPA2 is set Refresh Click to update the list of access points when your target access point is not detected. If the target access point is set to a closed network (the stealth mode), click Cancel to return to the previous screen and enter the network name (SSID) in Network (SSID).
  • Page 518 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Changing and Confirming Network Settings > Changing the WEP Detailed Settings N014 Changing the WEP Detailed Settings To change the wireless network settings of the printer, connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily.
  • Page 519 Select either 64 bit or 128 bit. 3. Key Format: Select either ASCII or Hex. 4. Key ID: Select the Key ID (index) set to the access point. Note When the printer is connected to an AirPort Base Station via a LAN: When the printer is connected to an AirPort Base Station via a LAN, confirm the settings in Wireless Security of AirPort Utility.
  • Page 520 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Changing and Confirming Network Settings > Changing the WPA or WPA2 Detailed Settings N107 Changing the WPA or WPA2 Detailed Settings To change the wireless network settings of the printer, connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily.
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  • Page 522 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Changing and Confirming Network Settings > Changing the Settings in the Wired LAN Sheet N016 Changing the Settings in the Wired LAN Sheet Note To change the settings in the Wired LAN sheet, follow the procedure below to activate wired LAN. 1.
  • Page 523 Use following IP address If no DHCP server functionality is available in your setup where you use the printer or you want to use a particular IP address, select this option to use a fixed IP address. Page top...
  • Page 524 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Changing and Confirming Network Settings > Changing the Settings in the Admin Password Sheet N017 Changing the Settings in the Admin Password Sheet Start up IJ Network Tool. Starting up IJ Network Tool Select the printer in Printers:.
  • Page 525 A screen is displayed asking you for confirmation before the settings are sent to the printer. If you click OK, the settings are sent to the printer and the Transmitted Settings screen is displayed. Page top...
  • Page 526 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Changing and Confirming Network Settings > Monitoring Wireless Network Status N018 Monitoring Wireless Network Status Note When using the printer over the Wired LAN, you cannot monitor network status. Start up IJ Network Tool.
  • Page 527 sources of radio interference. Try to keep the printer and the access point away from such sources. Check if the radio channel of the access point is close to that of other access points nearby. If the radio channel of the access point is close to that of other access points nearby, the connection performance may become unstable.
  • Page 528 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Changing and Confirming Network Settings > Initializing the Network Settings of the Printer N019 Initializing the Network Settings of the Printer Important Note that initialization erases all network settings on the printer, and printing operation from a computer over network may become impossible.
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  • Page 530 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Changing and Confirming Network Settings > Viewing the Modified Settings N020 Viewing the Modified Settings The Confirmation screen is displayed when you modified the printer settings on the Configuration screen.
  • Page 531 Home > Overview of the Printer > About Network Communication > Changing and Confirming Network Settings > Printing Out Network Setting Information N022 Printing Out Network Setting Information You can print out the network settings of the printer such as its IP address and SSID. Important This print out contains valuable information about your computer.
  • Page 532 Length*1 IPsec*2 IPsec setting Active Security Protocol*2 Method of the Security Protocol ESP/ESP & AH/AH WPS PIN CODE WPS PIN code XXXXXXXX Wireless LAN DRX Discontinuous reception (wireless Enable/Disable LAN) Wired LAN Wired LAN Enable/Disable Connection Status of the Wired LAN Active/Inactive MAC Address MAC Address...
  • Page 533 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Other Problems with Network > Forgot an Access Point Name, SSID, or a Network Key N041 Forgot an Access Point Name, SSID, or a Network Key Cannot Connect with an Access Point to Which a WEP/WPA/WPA2 Key Is Set (You Forgot the WEP/WPA/WPA2 Key) How to Set a WEP/WPA/WPA2 Key Cannot Connect with an Access Point to Which a WEP/WPA/WPA2 Key Is Set (You Forgot...
  • Page 534 Note This printer supports WPA-PSK (WPA-Personal) and WPA2-PSK (WPA2-Personal). Page top...
  • Page 535 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Problems with the Printer While Using with Network > The Printer Stopped Working Suddenly N042 The Printer Stopped Working Suddenly Cannot Communicate with the Printer over the Wireless LAN Cannot Communicate with the Printer over the Wired LAN Cannot Print from a Computer Connected to the Network Cannot Communicate with the Printer over the Wireless LAN Check 1: Make sure that the printer is turned on.
  • Page 536 Canon software is attempting to access the network. If the warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access. If using any programs that switch the network environment, check their settings. Some programs will enable a firewall by default.
  • Page 537 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Other Problems with Network > The Message Is Displayed on the Computer Screen During Setup N043 The Message Is Displayed on the Computer Screen During Setup The Enter Password Screen Is Displayed During Setup The Screen for Setting the Encryption Is Displayed After Selecting the Access Point in the Access Points Screen "You are connecting the printer to the non encrypted wireless network"...
  • Page 538 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Problems with the Printer While Using with Network > Printing Speed Is Slow N046 Printing Speed Is Slow Check 1: The printer may be printing out a large job issued from another computer.
  • Page 539 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Other Problems with Network > The Admin Password Set to the Printer Was Forgotten N047 The Admin Password Set to the Printer Was Forgotten Initialize the LAN settings. How to Restore the Printer's Network Settings to Factory Default After initializing the LAN settings, setup with the Setup CD-ROM.
  • Page 540 To display the network setting information using IJ Network Tool, select Network Information on the View menu. Canon IJ Network Tool Menus Checking the IP Address or the MAC Address of the Computer To check the IP address or MAC address assigned to the computer, follow the procedure below.
  • Page 541 Start Network Utility. Click the Ping button. Make sure that Send only XX pings (XX are numbers) is selected. Enter the IP address of the target printer or the target access point in Enter the network address to ping.. When using the OS other than Mac OS X v.10.6.x, enter the IP address of the target printer or the target access point in Please enter the network address to ping.
  • Page 542 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Other Problems with Network > How to Restore the Printer's Network Settings to Factory Default N050 How to Restore the Printer's Network Settings to Factory Default Important Note that initialization erases all network settings on the printer, and printing operation from a computer over network may become impossible.
  • Page 543 Even if IJ Network Tool is uninstalled, you can print over network. However, you cannot change the network settings over network. Select Applications from the Go menu of Finder, double-click Canon Utilities > IJ Network Tool, drag the Canon IJ Network Tool icon into the Trash. Restart the computer. Empty the Trash. and restart your computer.
  • Page 544 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Problems with the Printer While Using with Network > Cannot Use the Printer on Replacing an Access Point or Changing Its settings U046 Cannot Use the Printer on Replacing an Access Point or Changing Its settings When you replace an access point, perform network setup of the printer again.
  • Page 545 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Cannot Detect a Printer on a Network > Cannot Detect the Printer When Setting up Network Communication > Cannot Detect the Printer with the Wireless LAN: Check 1 N021 Cannot Detect the Printer with the Wireless LAN: Check 1 Are the computer and network device (router, access point, etc.) configured and can the computer connect to the network? Make sure that you can view any web pages on your computer.
  • Page 546 When the message does not appear on your computer: Cancel to set up, then set the security software to allow Canon software* to access the network. * Set the security software to allow Setup.app, Canon IJ Network Tool.app, canonijnetwork.bundle, CIJScannerRegister.app, and CNNSelectorAgent.app to access...
  • Page 547 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Cannot Detect a Printer on a Network > Cannot Detect the Printer When Setting up Network Communication > Cannot Detect the Printer with the Wireless LAN: Check 3 N052 Cannot Detect the Printer with the Wireless LAN: Check 3 Check the settings of the access point.
  • Page 548 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Cannot Detect a Printer on a Network > Cannot Detect the Printer When Setting up Network Communication > Cannot Detect the Printer with the Wired LAN: Check 1 U029 Cannot Detect the Printer with the Wired LAN: Check 1 Is the LAN cable connected, and are the printer and the router turned on? Make sure that the LAN cable is connected.
  • Page 549 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Cannot Detect a Printer on a Network > Cannot Detect the Printer When Setting up Network Communication > Cannot Detect the Printer with the Wired LAN: Check 2 U034 Cannot Detect the Printer with the Wired LAN: Check 2 Are the computer and the router configured and can the computer connect to the network? Make sure that you can view any web pages on your computer.
  • Page 550 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Cannot Detect a Printer on a Network > Cannot Detect the Printer When Setting up Network Communication > Cannot Detect the Printer with the Wired LAN: Check 3 U037 Cannot Detect the Printer with the Wired LAN: Check 3 Activate the wired LAN setting of the printer.
  • Page 551 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with the Printer > Cannot Communicate with the Printer with USB Connection U102 Cannot Communicate with the Printer with USB Connection Check 1: Make sure that the printer is turned on. Check 2: Make sure that the USB cable is connected properly. Connecting the Printer to the Computer Using a USB Cable to connect the USB cable properly.
  • Page 552 If not, setup with the Setup CD-ROM. Check 5: When using IJ Network Tool, click Update to search for the printer again. Canon IJ Network Tool Screen Check 6: Make sure that the network settings in the printer are identical with those of the access point.
  • Page 553 If the firewall function of your security software is turned on, a message may appear warning that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If the warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access. If using any programs that switch the network environment, check their settings. Some programs will enable a firewall by default.
  • Page 554 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Network Communication > Cannot Detect a Printer on a Network > The Printer Cannot Be Detected in the Wired LAN U103 The Printer Cannot Be Detected in the Wired LAN Check 1: Make sure that the printer is turned on. Check 2: Is the wired LAN setting of the printer activated? To check whether the wired LAN is activated, print out the network setting information.
  • Page 555 MP-8477-V1.00...
  • Page 556 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > Print Dialog > Borderless Printing P705 Borderless Printing This dialog allows you to adjust the amount of the document that extends off the paper when borderless printing is performed.
  • Page 557 The pattern is printed only in black and blue. Print Head Alignment Select Test Print from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Click the Print Head Alignment icon A message is displayed. Load paper in the printer Load two sheets of A4 size or Letter size plain paper into the rear tray.
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  • Page 559 Check the Align heads manually check box. Apply the settings Click Apply and when the confirmation message appears, click OK. Select Test Print from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Click the Print Head Alignment icon A message is displayed.
  • Page 560 Do not open the top cover while printing is in progress. Check the printed pattern Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least amount of streaks in the associated boxes, and click Note If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical white streaks.
  • Page 561 Note If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical white streaks. (A) Least noticeable vertical white streaks (B) Most noticeable vertical white streaks Confirm the displayed message and click OK The third pattern is printed.
  • Page 562 Note If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical white streaks. (A) Least noticeable vertical white streaks (B) Most noticeable vertical white streaks To execute remaining adjustments If a confirmation message is displayed, click OK. Note After head alignment is completed, you can print and check the current setting.
  • Page 563 Notes on Adding a Printer If you will be installing the Canon printer driver on Mac OS X and using the printer through a network connection, you can select Bonjour or Canon IJ Network in the Add Printer dialog.
  • Page 564 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Printing with Easy Setup P000 Printing with Easy Setup The simple setup procedure for carrying out appropriate printing on this printer, is as follows: Check that the printer is turned on Confirming that the Power Is On Load paper on the printer...
  • Page 565 Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu Select the media type For Media Type, select the same paper type loaded in the printer.
  • Page 566 Select the paper source Select Manual Feed or Rear Tray that matches your purpose for Paper Source. Important The paper source settings that can be selected may differ depending on the paper type and size. Select the print quality For Print Quality, select High, Standard, or Fast, according to your purpose.
  • Page 567 Important Certain print quality levels cannot be selected depending on the settings of Media Type. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the document will be printed in accordance with the type and size of the media. Important In the Presets section, click Save Current Settings as Preset...
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  • Page 569 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods > Execute Borderless Printing P003 Execute Borderless Printing The borderless printing function allows you to print data without any margin by enlarging the data so that it extends slightly off the paper.
  • Page 570 Adjust the amount of extension from the paper If necessary, adjust the amount of extension using the Amount of Extension slider. Moving the slider to the right increases the amount extending off the paper, and moving the slider to the left decreases the amount. It is recommended to set the slider at the second position from the right for most cases.
  • Page 571 depending on the size of the paper. Note When the Amount of Extension slider is set to the leftmost position, image data will be printed in the full size. Page top...
  • Page 572 The procedure for performing bottom plate cleaning is as follows: Bottom Plate Cleaning Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Click the Bottom Plate Cleaning icon The dialog opens. Load paper in the printer As instructed in the dialog, fold the A4 size or Letter size plain paper in half lengthwise, and then unfold the sheet.
  • Page 573 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Brightness P018 Adjusting Brightness You can change the brightness of the overall image data during printing. This function does not change pure white or pure black but it changes the brightness of the intermediate colors.
  • Page 574 Important If you select ColorSync for Color Matching, then the Brightness appear grayed out and is unavailable. Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast Page top...
  • Page 575 The procedure for cleaning the print head is as follows: Cleaning Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Click the Cleaning icon When the dialog opens, select the ink group for which cleaning is to be performed.
  • Page 576 When the dialog opens, select the ink group for which deep cleaning is to be performed. Click Initial Check Items to display the items you need to check before performing deep cleaning. Execute deep cleaning Make sure that the printer is on and then click OK. Click OK when the confirmation message appears.
  • Page 577 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods > Changing the Clear Coating Settings P100 Changing the Clear Coating Settings When you execute clear coating, the printer applies chroma optimizer (CO) ink onto the printing surface and allows you to adjust the glossiness.
  • Page 578 Auto The printer automatically sets the areas to be clear-coated and whether clear coating is to be executed. It may be possible to reduce the ink consumption of the chroma optimizer (CO) or to accelerate the print speed. Overall The printer clear-coats the entire print area. If selecting Auto produced unsatisfactory clear coating effects, selecting Overall may improve the results.
  • Page 579 the non-white areas. Note To display form files in a list, you must first create form files. For instructions on creating form files, see "Create a Form File." You can rearrange the displayed form files by clicking the list heading. Set the form details If necessary, specify the following settings.
  • Page 580 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Color Balance P017 Adjusting Color Balance You can adjust the color tints when printing. Since this function adjusts color balance of the output by changing the ink ratios of each color, it changes the total color balance of the document.
  • Page 581 Important Adjust the slider gradually. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the document is printed with the adjusted color balance. Important When the Black and White Photo Print check box is checked for Quality & Media, the color balance (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) are unavailable.
  • Page 582 Depending on the application software, when a printing ICC profile is specified from that application software, Canon Color Matching (Vendor Matching) cannot be selected because ColorSync is selected automatically. The Quality & Media setting is necessary even when ColorSync or Canon Color Matching (Vendor...
  • Page 583 Matching) is selected. Related Topics Optimal Photo Printing of Image Data Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Application Software) Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver) Interpreting the ICC Profile Page top...
  • Page 584 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data > Specifying Color Correction > Optimal Photo Printing of Image Data P014 Optimal Photo Printing of Image Data When people print images taken with digital cameras, they sometimes feel that the printed color tones differ from those of actual image or those displayed on the monitor.
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  • Page 586 Important When you print in PRO mode, Canon recommends that you set the monitor and the environment light as follows: Monitor...
  • Page 587 Set the other items From the pop-up menu, select Color Options. If necessary, adjust the color balance (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) and adjust Brightness, Intensity, and Contrast settings. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the printer driver adjusts the colors when printing the data. Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction...
  • Page 588 ICC profile and a printing ICC profile in the image data. Even if you print using a printing ICC profile that you created yourself or one for special Canon paper, be sure to select color management items from your application software.
  • Page 589 Click Print. When you execute print, the printer uses the color space of the image data. Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast Page top...
  • Page 590 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data > Specifying Color Correction > Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver) P721 Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver)
  • Page 591 Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast Page top...
  • Page 592 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Contrast P020 Adjusting Contrast You can adjust the image contrast during printing. To make the differences between the light and dark portions of images greater and more distinct, increase the contrast.
  • Page 593 Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the image is printed with the adjusted contrast. Important If you select ColorSync for Color Matching, then the Contrast appear grayed out and is unavailable. Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness...
  • Page 594 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods > Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order P001 Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Collate pages + Reverse Collate pages + Normal Reverse The procedure for specifying the number of copies and printing order is as follows:...
  • Page 595 Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the specified number of copies will be printed with the specified printing order. Important When the application software that you used to create the document has the same function, specify the settings on the printer driver. However, if the print results are not acceptable, specify the function settings on the application software.
  • Page 596 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > Display the Printing Status Screen P709 Display the Printing Status Screen Check the print progress according to the following procedure: Launch the printing status screen If the print data has been sent to the printer The printing status screen opens automatically.
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  • Page 598 P025 Canon IJ Printer Driver The Canon IJ printer driver (called printer driver below) is a software that is installed on your computer for printing data with this printer. The printer driver converts the print data created by your application software into data that your printer can understand, and sends the converted data to the printer.
  • Page 599 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Updating the Printer Driver > Before Installing the Printer Driver P040 Before Installing the Printer Driver This section describes the items that you should check before installing the printer driver. You should also refer to this section if the printer driver cannot be installed.
  • Page 600 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Installation/Downloading > Cannot Install the Printer Driver U308 Cannot Install the Printer Driver Reinstall the printer driver. If you reinstall the printer driver, install the printer driver on the Setup CD-ROM. Note If the CD-ROM icon is not displayed, try the following: Remove the CD-ROM from your computer, then insert it again.
  • Page 601 The procedure to delete the unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the printer list is as follows: You cannot delete the Canon IJ Printer unless you are logged in as a user with the administrative right. For information about an administrative user, refer to the user's manual for the Mac OS.
  • Page 602 You can download the printer driver for free, but you are responsible for paying any connection fees to the Internet. Related Topics Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List Before Installing the Printer Driver...
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  • Page 604 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Updating the Printer Driver > Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver P038 Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver By updating the printer driver to the latest version of the printer driver, unresolved problems may be solved. Obtaining the Printer Driver You can access our website and download the latest printer driver for your model.
  • Page 605 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods > Scaling the Printing to Fit the Paper Size P004 Scaling the Printing to Fit the Paper Size The procedure for printing a document that is automatically enlarged or reduced to fit the page size to be used is as follows: Click Show Details (...
  • Page 606 Set the print paper size Check the Scale to fit paper size check box. Then from the Destination Paper Size pop-up menu, select the paper size that is actually loaded in the printer. If necessary, check the Scale down only check box When you check this check box, the document will be reduced to fit to the paper size when the document size is larger than the page size.
  • Page 607 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods > Changing the Clear Coating Settings > Create a Form File P101 Create a Form File You can create clear coating areas by using the application software of your choice, and save those areas as a form.
  • Page 608 Spaces, tabs, and returns cannot be entered at the beginning or end of a form name. You cannot set a form name that is the same as the name of an existing form file. You cannot change the name of the created form. Complete the setup Click Print.
  • Page 609 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data > Specifying Color Correction > Interpreting the ICC Profile P049 Interpreting the ICC Profile When you need to specify an ICC profile for this printer, specify the ICC profile of the print output media.
  • Page 610 You can check the detailed information such as the remaining ink level and the ink tank types of your model. Select Ink Level Information from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility An illustration of the ink types and their status are displayed.
  • Page 611 This printer automatically mixes the ink at fixed intervals to keep the ink density even. You can also disable this function by unchecking the Execute ink quality maintenance automatically check box in Custom Settings of the Canon IJ Printer Utility pop-up menu. You should check this check box when using the printer.
  • Page 612 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Intensity P019 Adjusting Intensity You can dilute (brighten) or intensify (darken) the colors of the overall image data during printing. The following sample shows the case when the intensity is increased so that all colors become more intense when the image data is printed.
  • Page 613 Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the image data is printed with the adjusted intensity. Important If you select ColorSync for Color Matching, then the Intensity appear grayed out and is unavailable. Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness...
  • Page 614 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > Deleting the Undesired Print Job P037 Deleting the Undesired Print Job If the printer does not start printing, canceled or failed print job data may be remaining. Delete unnecessary print jobs from the print status check screen.
  • Page 615 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods > Page Layout Printing P006 Page Layout Printing The page layout printing function allows you to print more than one page image on a single sheet of paper. The procedure for performing page layout printing is as follows: Click Show Details ( (the disclosure triangle)) in the...
  • Page 616 Border To print a page border around each document page, select a type of page border. Reverse page orientation Select this check box to change the paper orientation. Flip horizontally Select this check box to reverse left and right of the document. Important With Mac OS X 10.5.8, you cannot use Flip horizontally.
  • Page 617 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods > Setting the Stapling Margin P002 Setting the Stapling Margin The procedure for setting the staple side and the margin width is as follows: Select Margin from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog Set the staple side and the margin width...
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  • Page 619 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data > Printing a Color Document in Monochrome P012 Printing a Color Document in Monochrome The procedure for printing a color document in monochrome is as follows: Select Quality &...
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  • Page 621 The procedure for printing a nozzle check pattern is as follows: Nozzle Check Select Test Print from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Click the Nozzle Check icon The confirmation message appears. To display a list of items that you should check before printing the nozzle check pattern, click Initial Check Items.
  • Page 622 > Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility P410 Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility To open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, follow the steps below. Open System Preferences, and select Print & Scan (Print & Fax) Start the Canon IJ Printer Utility If you are using Mac OS X 10.7 or Mac OS X 10.6...
  • Page 623 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window P409 How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window You can display the printer driver setup window from the application software you are using.
  • Page 624 The procedure for configuring Custom Settings is as follows: Make sure that the printer is on, and then select Custom Settings from the pop- up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Note If the computer is unable to communicate with the printer, a message appears because the computer cannot access the function information that was set on the printer.
  • Page 625 Detect paper width check box. Align heads manually Usually, the Print Head Alignment function of Test Print on the pop-up menu in the Canon IJ Printer Utility is set to automatic head alignment, but you can change it to manual head alignment.
  • Page 626 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods > Switching the Paper Source to Match the Purpose P008 Switching the Paper Source to Match the Purpose In this printer, there are two paper sources, a manual feed tray and a rear tray.
  • Page 627 Rear Tray Paper is fed from the rear tray. Important When 14"x17" 36x43cm is selected for Paper Size on the Print Dialog, paper cannot be supplied from the rear tray. When Fine Art "Museum Etching" or Canvas is selected from the Media Type menu of the Quality &...
  • Page 628 Media name <Model No.> Media Type in the printer driver Photo Stickers <PS-101> Photo Paper Plus Glossy II Special paper (other than genuine Canon paper) Media Features Media Type in the printer driver Media Types with Art Material Textures Other Fine Art Paper 1 / Other Fine Art Paper 2...
  • Page 630 The Power Off function turns off the printer. When you use this function, you will not be able to turn the printer on from the printer driver. Select Power Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Execute power off Click Power Off, and when the confirmation message appears, click OK.
  • Page 631 Important If you connect this printer to a network and use it, you can set Auto Power Off but the power will not switch off automatically. Page top...
  • Page 632 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods > Displaying the Print Results before Printing P009 Displaying the Print Results before Printing If you are using Mac OS X 10.6 or Mac OS X 10.5.8, you can display and check the print result before printing.
  • Page 633 Custom Paper Sizes (Custom Page Sizes) dialog. If an error message is displayed even though paper of the same size that was specified is loaded, select Custom Settings from the pop-up menu of Canon IJ Printer Utility, and uncheck the Detect paper width check box.
  • Page 634 Note To duplicate the registered paper size, select the paper size you want to duplicate from the list and click Duplicate. To delete a registered paper size, select the paper size you want to delete from the list, and click -. Related Topic Changing the Printer Operation Mode Page top...
  • Page 635 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data > Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) P011 Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) The print quality level can be set in the Custom.
  • Page 636 Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast Page top...
  • Page 637 Home > Overview of the Printer > Changing the Printer Settings > Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer > Registering a Changed Printing Profile P031 Registering a Changed Printing Profile You can name and register the printing profile you made in the Print Dialog.
  • Page 638 Printing profile in the Print dialog will be updated to the called profile. Deleting Unnecessary Printing Profile Select the printing profile to be deleted If you are using Mac OS X 10.7 In the print dialog, select Show Presets... in the Presets section. Then in the dialog that appears, select the name of the printing profile to be deleted.
  • Page 639 Prepare the printer Remove all sheets of paper from the paper source from which paper could not be properly fed. Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Click the Roller Cleaning icon A message appears.
  • Page 640 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods > Scaled Printing P005 Scaled Printing The procedure for printing a document with pages enlarged or reduced is as follows: Select the printer In the Page Setup...
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  • Page 642 Using this function may lower the print speed. The procedure for using the quiet mode is as follows: Select Quiet Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Note If the computer is unable to communicate with the printer, a message appears because the computer cannot access the function information that was set on the printer.
  • Page 643 Make sure that the printer is on and click Apply. Click OK when the confirmation message appears. The settings are enabled hereafter. Note The effects of the quiet mode may be less depending on the paper source and the print quality settings.
  • Page 644 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Tone P045 Adjusting Tone When printing black and white photos, you can produce the cooling effects of cool colors and the warming effects of warm colors.
  • Page 645 Cool Tone This item adjusts color tones to cool shades (cool black). When you select Cool Tone, a value of -30 is entered for X, and a value of 0 for Y. Black and White This item adjusts color tones to neutral shades. When you select Black and White, a value of 0 is entered for X, and a value of 0 for Y.
  • Page 646 Important If you select ColorSync for Color Matching, then Tone, X, and Y appear grayed out and are unavailable. Related Topics Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast Page top...
  • Page 647 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > Print Dialog > Clear Coating P102 Clear Coating This dialog allows you to set the various Clear Coating functions. Clear Coating Area Set the clear coating area.
  • Page 648 Important On the Quality & Media, look at Media Type. If a media type other than Photo Paper Plus Glossy II, Photo Paper Pro Platinum, Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss, Other Glossy Paper (Margin 35), or Other Glossy Paper is selected, you cannot select Overall or Custom. Depending on which print quality is set on the Quality &...
  • Page 649 Enter the name of the form to be created. Related Features Changing the Clear Coating Settings Create a Form File Page top...
  • Page 650 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > Print Dialog > Color Options P703 Color Options This dialog allows you to adjust the print color as you like. If the color of the printed image is not as expected, adjust the properties in the dialog and retry printing.
  • Page 651 If necessary, adjust the strength of each color. To strengthen a color, drag the slider to the right. To weaken a color, drag the slider to the left. You can also directly enter a value linked to the slider. Enter a value in the range from -50 to 50. Adjusting the color balance will result in variations in the balance among the volumes of the individual color inks and hence in the hues of the document as a whole.
  • Page 652 Quality & Media Color Options Clear Coating Borderless Printing Margin Canon IJ Printer Utility Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility Maintenance of this Printer Display the Printing Status Screen Deleting the Undesired Print Job Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) Page top...
  • Page 653 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > Print Dialog > Margin P706 Margin This dialog allows you to set the stapling side and amount of margin for stapling multiple sheets of paper. Stapling Side Specify the stapling side.
  • Page 654 For your convenience, when purchasing new ink tanks, print this page or write down the ink tank number on a piece of paper and bring it with you to the store. Using the genuine Canon inks is recommended. Photo Magenta : PGI-73PM...
  • Page 655 For your convenience, when purchasing new ink tanks, print this page or write down the ink tank number on a piece of paper and bring it with you to the store. Using the genuine Canon inks is recommended. Photo Magenta : PGI-72PM...
  • Page 656 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > Page Setup Dialog P700 Page Setup Dialog In the Page Setup dialog, you configure the basic print settings such as the size of paper loaded in the printer or the scaling ratio.
  • Page 657 The Canon IJ Printer Utility allows you to perform printer maintenance or change the settings of the printer. What You Can Do with the Canon IJ Printer Utility You can switch between pages in Canon IJ Printer Utility by the pop-up menu. You can choose one of the following items from the pop-up menu.
  • Page 658 Related Topics Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning Inside the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Maintaining the Ink Quality Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise...
  • Page 659 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > Print Dialog P701 Print Dialog In the Print dialog, you can set paper type, paper source and print quality to start printing. To open the Print dialog, you typically select Print...
  • Page 660 You can switch between pages in the Print dialog by the pop-up menu. The first menu to appear differs depending on the application software that opened the Print dialog. You can choose one of the following items from the pop-up menu. Layout You can set page layout printing.
  • Page 662 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Various Printing Methods Various Printing Methods Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Setting the Stapling Margin Execute Borderless Printing Scaling the Printing to Fit the Paper Size Scaled Printing Changing the Clear Coating Settings...
  • Page 663 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Adjusting Tone Specifying Color Correction...
  • Page 664 Home > Printing > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > Print Dialog > Quality & Media P702 Quality & Media This dialog allows you to create a basic print setup in accordance with the paper type. Unless special printing is required, normal printing can be performed just by setting the items in this dialog.
  • Page 665 Quality Selecting Custom in the Print Quality allows you to adjust the print quality level. Dragging the slider to the right enhances the print quality while dragging the slider to the left increases the printing speed. Black and White Photo Print Set black and white photo printing.
  • Page 666 Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) > Overview of the Printer Driver > Canon IJ Printer Utility > Maintenance of this Printer P708 Maintenance of this Printer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning Inside the Printer...
  • Page 667 Updating the Printer Driver Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Changing Printer Settings from Your Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from Computer the Printer List Before Installing the Printer Driver Registering a Changed Printing Profile...
  • Page 668 Print Studio Pro Guide > What Is Print Studio Pro? What Is Print Studio Pro? What You Can Do with Print Studio Pro Starting Print Studio Pro Page top...
  • Page 669 Print Studio Pro Guide > What Is Print Studio Pro? > What You Can Do with Print Studio Pro S731 What You Can Do with Print Studio Pro Print Studio Pro is a plug-in that makes professional photo printing easier and more convenient. See "General Notes (Print Studio Pro)"...
  • Page 670 Print Black and White Photos You can easily print color photos in black and white. Printing Black and White Photos Print after Correcting the Tone You can print in the color tone you want to use by adjusting the color balance, brightness and contrast. Adjusting the Tones of Black and White Photos Adjusting the Color Balance, Brightness and Contrast Adjust Margins...
  • Page 671 settings repeatedly. Registering Settings Page top...
  • Page 672 If Print Studio Pro does not appear in the menu of Photoshop, Photoshop Elements or Lightroom even after installing Print Studio Pro, follow these steps to install the Photoshop Plug-In. 1. Exit Photoshop, Photoshop Elements or Lightroom. 2. From the Go menu of Finder, select Applications, then double-click the Canon Utilities folder,...
  • Page 673 Print Studio Pro folder, then Plug-In Install icon. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install. The Photoshop Plug-In may not be installed if Photoshop, Photoshop Elements or Lightroom has never been started. If using Lightroom, the Photoshop Plug-In needs to be installed on a user-by-user basis. If you have multiple user accounts on the computer, install it on a user-by-user basis.
  • Page 674 Print Studio Pro Guide > Printing Printing Printing Photos Printing after Color Management Printing Borderless Photos Printing an Index Page top...
  • Page 675 Print Studio Pro Guide > Printing > Printing Photos S733 Printing Photos Start Print Studio Pro. Starting Print Studio Pro Make sure that the images you want to print are displayed in the Thumbnails area at the bottom left of the screen. Note Images with the checkboxes selected will be printed.
  • Page 676 Printing Guide" can be downloaded by accessing our website. Available paper sources and print quality vary depending on the selected printer and media type. "Settings Area (Print Settings)" for details on the Settings area (Print Settings). Select the layout you want to use from Layout. Note The layouts displayed vary depending on the selected printer, paper size and media type.
  • Page 677 Print Studio Pro Guide > Printing > Printing after Color Management S734 Printing after Color Management In Print Studio Pro, you can print by correctly reflecting the characteristics of the data displayed on the monitor, or print according to the characteristics of the paper by using ICC profiles. You can print photos in high quality by changing the print mode according to the objective.
  • Page 678 Pro" for how to start Print Studio Pro. Select Use ICC Profile or PRO Mode for Color Mode in Color Management. Select a color mode according to the color space of the image to be printed. Canon recommends the following combinations.
  • Page 679 When Use ICC Profile is selected, select Perceptual for Rendering Intent. Click Print. A message appears. Click OK. The Print dialog appears. Click Print. Note You can also change the color balance, brightness and contrast of the images. Adjusting the Color Balance, Brightness and Contrast "Settings Area (Color Management)"...
  • Page 680 Print Studio Pro Guide > Printing > Printing after Color Management > Printing Using ICC Profiles S736 Printing Using ICC Profiles By specifying an ICC profile, you can print according to the paper to be used or print by utilizing the color space of the image developed/corrected in Adobe RGB or sRGB.
  • Page 681 Click Print. A message appears. Click OK. The Print dialog appears. Click Print. Note You can also change the color balance, brightness and contrast of the images. Adjusting the Color Balance, Brightness and Contrast "Settings Area (Color Management)" for details on the Settings area (Color Management). Page top...
  • Page 682 Print Studio Pro Guide > Printing > Printing Borderless Photos S739 Printing Borderless Photos You can print borderless photos by selecting a borderless layout in Layout. Select the layout in which you want to print, then select the paper orientation. Note Click (Advanced Print Settings) to set the amount of extension.
  • Page 683 Print Studio Pro Guide > Printing > Printing an Index S740 Printing an Index You can print an index of selected images. Index print is very useful for organizing images since it allows you to view images in a list. Select Index 5x4 from Registered Layouts in Layout and print.
  • Page 684 Print Studio Pro Guide > Correcting the Tones of Photos Correcting the Tones of Photos Printing Black and White Photos Adjusting the Tones of Black and White Photos Adjusting the Color Balance, Brightness and Contrast Page top...
  • Page 685 Print Studio Pro Guide > Correcting the Tones of Photos > Printing Black and White Photos S741 Printing Black and White Photos Print color images in black and white. You can also print photos shot in black and white or data converted to black and white in image editing software.
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  • Page 687 Print Studio Pro Guide > Correcting the Tones of Photos > Adjusting the Tones of Black and White Photos S742 Adjusting the Tones of Black and White Photos When printing a black and white image, you can specify a tone to adjust its color tone. You can also make a fine adjustment to the color tone.
  • Page 688 Note In the black and white color tone adjustment space, you can make a fine adjustment to the color tone of the image. Click on the color close to what you want. The black and white tone switches to Custom when you make a fine adjustment in the black and white color tone adjustment space.
  • Page 690 Print Studio Pro Guide > Correcting the Tones of Photos > Adjusting the Tones of Black and White Photos > Adjusting the Color Tones of Black and White Photos by Looking at Patterns (Print Studio Pro) S743 Adjusting the Color Tones of Black and White Photos by Looking at Patterns (Print Studio Pro) Adjust the color tone of a black and white photo by printing and viewing a pattern with which you can check the color tones of the black and white photo.
  • Page 691 Select Pattern Size and Color Variation between Instances. Click Print. A message appears. Click OK. The Print dialog appears. Click Print. The pattern is printed. From the printed pattern, enter the values described under the image with the color tone you want into the X-coordinate and Y-coordinate. Click OK in the Pattern Print window.
  • Page 692 Print Studio Pro Guide > Correcting the Tones of Photos > Adjusting the Color Balance, Brightness and Contrast S744 Adjusting the Color Balance, Brightness and Contrast Adjust the color tones of images by specifying the color balance, brightness and contrast. Important The color balance, brightness and contrast adjustments apply to all the images to be printed.
  • Page 693 Adjusting the Color Balance by Looking at Patterns (Print Studio Pro) Note Move the slider to the right to emphasize and left to weaken the color tone. You can also set by entering a value directly into the text input box. Adjust Brightness and Contrast.
  • Page 694 Print Studio Pro Guide > Correcting the Tones of Photos > Adjusting the Color Balance, Brightness and Contrast > Adjusting the Color Balance by Looking at Patterns (Print Studio Pro) S745 Adjusting the Color Balance by Looking at Patterns (Print Studio Pro) Adjust the color balance by printing and viewing a pattern with which you can check the color balance of the image.
  • Page 695 Select the color direction in which you want to adjust. Note Select Print in All Directions to print a pattern adjusted in the following six color directions, with the currently entered color balance values in the center. You can check the color direction in which you want to adjust the color balance.
  • Page 696 Select Pattern Size and Color Variation between Instances. Click Print. A message appears. Click OK. The Print dialog appears. Click Print. The pattern is printed. From the printed pattern, enter the values described under the image with the color balance you want into Color Balance. Click OK in the Pattern Print window.
  • Page 697 Print Studio Pro Guide > Correcting the Tones of Photos > Adjusting the Color Balance, Brightness and Contrast > Adjusting the Brightness/Contrast by Looking at Patterns (Print Studio Pro) S800 Adjusting the Brightness/Contrast by Looking at Patterns (Print Studio Pro) Adjust the brightness and contrast by printing and viewing a pattern with which you can check the brightness and contrast of the image.
  • Page 698 Select Pattern Size and Color Variation between Instances. Click Print. A message appears. Click OK. The Print dialog appears. Click Print. The pattern is printed. From the printed pattern, enter the values described under the image with the brightness and contrast you want into Brightness and Contrast. Click OK in the Pattern Print window.
  • Page 699 Print Studio Pro Guide > Using Convenient Functions Using Convenient Functions Adjusting Margins Entering Text into Photos Cropping Photos Registering Settings Page top...
  • Page 700 Print Studio Pro Guide > Using Convenient Functions > Adjusting Margins S801 Adjusting Margins You can adjust margins when printing in a bordered layout or when printing an index. Items that can be adjusted for margins vary by layout. Bordered (x1) Other than Bordered (x1) (1) Margins (Top, Bottom, Left and Right) (2) Image Size (Height and Width)
  • Page 701 Setting Margin Values Set margin values. The image size changes according to the margin values. Set the top, bottom, left and right margins in Margins. Set the margin values by moving the sliders for top, bottom, left and right. The image size is enlarged or reduced according to the margin values. Important When a cropping frame is set for the image, the image will be cropped according to the margin values instead of being enlarged or reduced.
  • Page 702 Changing Image Size For Bordered (x1), change the image size. The margin values change according to the image size. Set the height and width in Image Size. Set the image size by moving the sliders for height and width. The image is enlarged or reduced to the specified image size.
  • Page 703 Note Click (Add Layout) in the Settings area (Layout) to register the changed margin settings. "Settings Area (Layout)" for details on the Settings area (Layout). Page top...
  • Page 704 Print Studio Pro Guide > Using Convenient Functions > Entering Text into Photos S802 Entering Text into Photos You can superimpose and print copyright information on the image; when printing in a bordered layout or when printing an index, you can print text, the page numbers, the print information and the photo information in the margins.
  • Page 705 Print Studio Pro Guide > Using Convenient Functions > Cropping Photos S803 Cropping Photos Cropping is the act of selecting the area you want to keep in an image and discarding the rest. Select the image you want to crop, then click (Crop) in the Tools area to display the Crop window.
  • Page 706 Print Studio Pro Guide > Using Convenient Functions > Registering Settings S804 Registering Settings You can register print settings and settings of layout, color management and correction made in the Settings area. Once added, the group of settings can be loaded from a list, allowing you to print images easily with the same settings.
  • Page 707 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens Print Studio Pro Screens Main Screen Advanced Print Settings Dialog Text Settings Dialog Pattern Print Window Crop Window Other Settings Dialog Page top...
  • Page 708: Main Screen

    Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Main Screen S805 Main Screen This is the screen in which you handle various functions of Print Studio Pro. You can correct color tones of images, perform printing, etc. by operating in the corresponding area. Preview Settings Area Tools Area...
  • Page 709 Settings Area (My Settings) Print Settings Settings Area (Print Settings) Layout Settings Area (Layout) Color Management Settings Area (Color Management) Correction Settings Area (Correction) Note Click (Triangle) to display the corresponding category in the Settings area. (3) Tools Area Change the orientation of the page or image displayed in preview, or change the display size. (Rotate Left) Rotates the image 90 degrees counterclockwise.
  • Page 710 Images whose checkboxes are not selected in the Thumbnails area do not appear. (4) Thumbnails Area Displays the thumbnails of images. Images with the checkboxes selected will be printed. You can change the order of images by selecting and dragging them. Note You can select multiple images by clicking them while pressing the control key.
  • Page 711 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Main Screen > Settings Area (My Settings) S806 Settings Area (My Settings) Register or load the settings (Print Settings, Layout, Color Management and Correction) made in the Settings area. My Settings List Displays a list of the names of registered My Settings entries.
  • Page 712 You cannot use a name, "Printer Default" and "Custom" that are already registered. Page top...
  • Page 713 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Main Screen > Settings Area (Print Settings) S807 Settings Area (Print Settings) You can set the printer, paper, print quality, etc. to be used for printing. Note The displayed items vary by the printer to be used. Available media types, paper sizes and paper sources vary depending on the printer to be used.
  • Page 714 This setting is not available when the Always print in the finest quality setting checkbox is selected in the Advanced Print Settings dialog. Print Black and White Photo Select this checkbox to print images in black and white. The preview will also appear in black and white.
  • Page 715 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Main Screen > Settings Area (Layout) S808 Settings Area (Layout) Set the layout. Note When setting the layout, set the printer and paper in the Settings area (Print Settings) beforehand. Layout Selection Area Margin Settings Area Paper Orientation Selection Area...
  • Page 716 (Delete Layout) Deletes the selected layout. Note You can delete only the layouts you registered. (Add Layout) Displays the Add Layout dialog from which you can register the settings made in the Settings area (Layout). Name Enter the name of the settings to be registered. Note You can enter up to 64 characters.
  • Page 717 Print the margins in black Select this checkbox to print the margins and cell spacing in black. Important When text is entered and the font color is set to black, selecting the Print the margins in black checkbox automatically changes the font color for the header, footer, page numbers and photo information to white.
  • Page 718 Print header Select this checkbox and enter the text you want to print; the text will be printed at the top of the image. Print footer Select this checkbox and enter the text you want to print; the text will be printed at the bottom of the image.
  • Page 719 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Main Screen > Settings Area (Color Management) S809 Settings Area (Color Management) Set the color mode, printer profile, etc. Note This function is not available when the Print Black and White Photo checkbox is selected in Print Settings.
  • Page 720 Relative Colorimetric Converts the image to the printer's color space in a way that the image's colors that are within the common color gamut are reproduced to the nearest level. Select this when you want to print in colors that are close to the original image. Note You can set only when Use ICC Profile is selected for Color Mode.
  • Page 721 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Main Screen > Settings Area (Correction) S810 Settings Area (Correction) Correct color tones of images. Black and White Tone Adjustment Area Color Balance Area Brightness/Contrast Area Buttons Area (1) Black and White Tone Adjustment Area Note You can set only when the Print Black and White Photo checkbox is selected in the Settings area (Print Settings).
  • Page 722 You can adjust the color tone of the black and white image by clicking the color field. You can also adjust by moving the sliders or by entering the X-coordinate and Y-coordinate values. Darken white areas in the photo Select this checkbox to darken the highlights in the image; it will be easier to distinguish the boundary between the image and the paper.
  • Page 723 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Advanced Print Settings Dialog S811 Advanced Print Settings Dialog Set the number of copies to print and the amount of extension for borderless printing. Number of copies Set the number of copies to print. Collated Select this checkbox to print multiple copies on a copy-by-copy basis.
  • Page 724 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Text Settings Dialog S812 Text Settings Dialog Set the font, font size, etc. for the header, footer, page numbers, copyright information and photo information. Text can be set on each tab. Apply the following text settings Select this checkbox to print with the settings made on the corresponding tab.
  • Page 725 (Align Left/Center/Align Right) You can set how you want to align text. Note Not displayed on the Copyright tab. Position Set the position to print text by moving the slider or by entering the value (0 to 100) in the text input box. Note For the Copyright tab, print positions appear in a list;...
  • Page 726 You can change the order by dragging the item name. Defaults Restores the default state. Select All Selects all checkboxes. Clear All Deselects all checkboxes. Note Displayed on the Photo Information tab only. Preview Allows you to check the preview with the settings applied. Page top...
  • Page 727 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Pattern Print Window S813 Pattern Print Window Print a pattern with which you can check the color balance, brightness and contrast of the image. To display the Pattern Print window, click Pattern Print... in the Settings area (Correction). Pattern Print Preview Image Preview Area Pattern Print Settings Area (Correction)
  • Page 728 (Horizontal/Vertical) Displays the image horizontally or vertically. (Enlarge/Reduce) Click (Reduce) or (Enlarge) to reduce or enlarge the display size. You can also freely change the display size by dragging the slider. (3) Pattern Print Settings Area (Correction) Displays the settings made in the Settings area (Correction) in the main screen. When you change the settings in this window and click OK, the changes will be applied to the Settings area in the main screen.
  • Page 729 Large Medium Small Defaults Restores the default state. (5) Print Button Print Starts Pattern Print. Page top...
  • Page 730 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Crop Window S814 Crop Window Cut out a portion of an image. To display the Crop window, select the image you want to crop in preview, then click (Crop) in the Tools area.
  • Page 731 Print Studio Pro Guide > Print Studio Pro Screens > Other Settings Dialog S815 Other Settings Dialog Specify the settings related to preview and set the monitor's color matching. To display the Other Settings dialog, select Other Settings... from the File menu. Display printable area Select this checkbox to display the printable area in the preview area.
  • Page 732 Auto can be selected for Digital Photo Professional only. Select Auto to set the profile automatically according to the settings of Digital Photo Professional. Select Monitor Profile and click Browse... to display the Open window. Select the profile to be used.
  • Page 733: General Notes (My Image Garden)

    Print Studio Pro, follow these steps to install the Photoshop Plug-In. 1. Exit Photoshop, Photoshop Elements or Lightroom. 2. From the Go menu of Finder, select Applications, then double-click the Canon Utilities folder, Print Studio Pro folder, then Plug-In Install icon.
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  • Page 735: Cropping Photos

    Print Studio Pro Guide See the following for photo printing and the techniques utilizing Print Studio Pro. Digital Photo Printing Guide MA-9403-V1.00 General Notes (Print Studio Pro) What Is Print Studio Pro? What You Can Do with Print Studio Pro Starting Print Studio Pro Printing Printing Photos...
  • Page 736 Home > Before Using Your Product Before Using Your Product Be sure to read the following before using your product. Regulatory and Safety Information (PDF) Conformity declaration for R & TTE (PDF) Note For Windows users To read the PDF file, you need the Adobe Reader (formerly Adobe Acrobat Reader). If you have not installed the Adobe Reader on your computer, download it from the website of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
  • Page 737 SA-0166-V1.00...
  • Page 738 Home > Printing > Printing from a Device Other Than a Computer > Printing from a Digital Camera > Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device U052 Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device You can connect a PictBridge compliant device such as a digital camera, camcorder, or mobile phone to the printer using a USB cable recommended by the device's manufacturer, and print recorded images directly without using a computer.
  • Page 739 Specify the print settings such as the paper type and layout. You can perform settings using the menu on the LCD of your PictBridge compliant device. Select the size and type of paper that you loaded in the printer. Settings on a PictBridge Compliant Device Start printing from your PictBridge compliant device.
  • Page 740 Note In the following description, names of setting items are given according to those used in Canon- brand PictBridge compliant devices. Setting item names may be different depending on the brand or model of your device.
  • Page 741 *2 Can be selected only on certain Canon-brand PictBridge compliant devices. (May not be selected depending on the device.) With some types of Canon PictBridge compliant cameras, you can make finer color adjustments by selecting the color mode that is most suitable for what you want to achieve.
  • Page 742 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Print Results Not Satisfactory > No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks U313 No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks No Printing Results Printing Is Blurred Colors Are Wrong White Streaks...
  • Page 743 If automatic ink quality maintenance is disabled, ink in one or more ink tanks may separate, resulting in uneven density. Enable automatic ink quality maintenance by using the printer driver. Make sure that the printer is turned on. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility...
  • Page 744 Select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu. Select the Execute ink quality maintenance automatically check box, then click Apply. Confirm the message and click OK. Important Enabling automatic ink quality maintenance is recommended. Failure to perform the ink quality maintenance about once a week may affect print quality. If automatic ink quality maintenance has been disabled, perform the ink quality maintenance manually about once a week.
  • Page 745 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing > Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs U326 Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Check 1: Make sure that paper is loaded. Loading Paper Check 2: Make sure of the following when you load paper. In the rear tray: When loading two or more sheets of paper, flip through the paper before loading.
  • Page 746 If the paper tears in the rear tray or the manual feed tray, see Paper Jams to remove it. If there are any foreign objects in the rear tray or manual feed tray, be sure to turn off the printer, unplug it from the power supply, then remove the foreign object.
  • Page 747 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing > Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs U326 Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Check 1: Make sure that paper is loaded. Loading Paper Check 2: Make sure of the following when you load paper. In the rear tray: When loading two or more sheets of paper, flip through the paper before loading.
  • Page 748 If the paper tears in the rear tray or the manual feed tray, see Paper Jams to remove it. If there are any foreign objects in the rear tray or manual feed tray, be sure to turn off the printer, unplug it from the power supply, then remove the foreign object.
  • Page 749 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing > Paper Jams > Paper Is Jammed in the Paper Output Slot/Rear Tray/Manual Feed Tray U350 Paper Is Jammed in the Paper Output Slot/Rear Tray/Manual Feed Tray Remove the paper following the procedure below. Press the paper jam clearing button if the paper is jammed in the manual feed tray.
  • Page 750 Paper is jammed in the manual feed tray: Note If you cannot pull the paper out, turn the printer off and turn it back on. The paper may be ejected automatically. If the paper tears and you cannot remove the jammed paper from the paper output slot, remove the paper from inside the printer.
  • Page 751 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing > Paper Jams U328 Paper Jams Note If you need to turn off the printer to remove jammed paper during printing, press the RESUME/CANCEL button to cancel print jobs before turning off the printer. If the paper is jammed, remove it following the procedure appropriate for each case.
  • Page 752 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing > Paper Jams U328 Paper Jams Note If you need to turn off the printer to remove jammed paper during printing, press the RESUME/CANCEL button to cancel print jobs before turning off the printer. If the paper is jammed, remove it following the procedure appropriate for each case.
  • Page 753 If you cannot resolve the problem with any of the workarounds in this chapter, please contact the seller of the printer or the service center. Canon support staff are trained to be able to provide technical support to satisfy customers. Caution If the printer emits any unusual sound, smoke, or odor, turn it off immediately.
  • Page 754 Home > Troubleshooting > About Errors/Messages Displayed > If an Error Occurs U302 If an Error Occurs When an error occurs in printing such as the printer is out of paper or paper is jammed, a troubleshooting message is displayed automatically. Take the appropriate action described in the message. In Mac OS X v.10.7.x: In Mac OS X v.10.6.x:...
  • Page 755 In Mac OS X v.10.5.8: Page top...
  • Page 756 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with the Printer > The Printer Cannot Be Powered On U303 The Printer Cannot Be Powered On Check 1: Press the ON button. Check 2: Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged into the power cord connector of the printer, then turn it back on.
  • Page 757 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with the Printer > The Printer Cannot Be Powered On U303 The Printer Cannot Be Powered On Check 1: Press the ON button. Check 2: Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged into the power cord connector of the printer, then turn it back on.
  • Page 758 Home > Troubleshooting > About Errors/Messages Displayed > Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange U329 Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange When a printer error occurs, the Alarm lamp flashes orange as shown below. The number of flashes indicates the type of error that has occurred. Count the flashes and take the appropriate action to correct the error.
  • Page 759 the manual feed tray, then press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer. If the error still remains, paper may be jammed. Remove the jammed paper, reload paper in the printer, and then press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer. Paper Jams 1600 Four flashes: The ink tank is not installed.
  • Page 760 Set the printer not to detect the width of the paper using the Canon IJ Printer Utility. To set the printer not to detect the width of the paper, open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, clear the Detect paper width check box, and then click Apply.
  • Page 761 PARK PREMIUM. When you print the contents on CREATIVE PARK PREMIUM, confirm the message on the computer screen, make sure that genuine Canon ink tanks are installed properly for all colors, then start printing again. 1684 Fourteen flashes: The ink tank cannot be recognized.
  • Page 762 * With this operation, releasing the function for detecting the remaining ink level is memorized. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble which may be caused by continuation of printing or refilling of ink.
  • Page 763 Canon IJ Printer Utility. Checking the Ink Status If a PictBridge compliant device is connected via 2002 Nineteen flashes: An unsupported USB hub is a USB hub, remove the hub and connect it connected.
  • Page 764 6901 6902 6910 6911 6920 6921 6930 6931 6932 6933 6940 6941 6942 6943 6944 6945 6946 6A00 6B00 8200 9000 B400 Page top...
  • Page 765 Home > Troubleshooting > About Errors/Messages Displayed > Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange U329 Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange When a printer error occurs, the Alarm lamp flashes orange as shown below. The number of flashes indicates the type of error that has occurred. Count the flashes and take the appropriate action to correct the error.
  • Page 766 the manual feed tray, then press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer. If the error still remains, paper may be jammed. Remove the jammed paper, reload paper in the printer, and then press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer. Paper Jams 1600 Four flashes: The ink tank is not installed.
  • Page 767 Set the printer not to detect the width of the paper using the Canon IJ Printer Utility. To set the printer not to detect the width of the paper, open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, clear the Detect paper width check box, and then click Apply.
  • Page 768 PARK PREMIUM. When you print the contents on CREATIVE PARK PREMIUM, confirm the message on the computer screen, make sure that genuine Canon ink tanks are installed properly for all colors, then start printing again. 1684 Fourteen flashes: The ink tank cannot be recognized.
  • Page 769 * With this operation, releasing the function for detecting the remaining ink level is memorized. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble which may be caused by continuation of printing or refilling of ink.
  • Page 770 Canon IJ Printer Utility. Checking the Ink Status If a PictBridge compliant device is connected via 2002 Nineteen flashes: An unsupported USB hub is a USB hub, remove the hub and connect it connected.
  • Page 771 6901 6902 6910 6911 6920 6921 6930 6931 6932 6933 6940 6941 6942 6943 6944 6945 6946 6A00 6B00 8200 9000 B400 Page top...
  • Page 772 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with the Printer > Cannot Connect to Computer with a USB Cable Properly U309 Cannot Connect to Computer with a USB Cable Properly Printing Speed Is Slow/Hi-Speed USB Connection Does Not Work If your system environment is not fully compatible with Hi-Speed USB, the printer will operate at a lower speed provided under USB 1.1.
  • Page 773 Enabling automatic ink quality maintenance is recommended. Failure to perform the ink quality maintenance about once a week may affect print quality. Make sure that the printer is turned on. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility Select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu.
  • Page 774 If you do not want the printer to turn off automatically, open Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Power Settings in the pop-up menu, then select Disable for Auto Power Off on Auto Power.
  • Page 775 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Print Results Not Satisfactory U310 Print Results Not Satisfactory If the print result is not satisfactory due to white streaks, misaligned lines, or uneven colors, confirm the paper and print quality settings first. Check 1: Do the page size and media type settings match the size and type of the loaded paper? When these settings are incorrect, you cannot obtain a proper print result.
  • Page 776 Back of the Paper Is Smudged Vertical Lines Are Printed on the Sides of the Printout Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Page top...
  • Page 777 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Print Results Not Satisfactory U310 Print Results Not Satisfactory If the print result is not satisfactory due to white streaks, misaligned lines, or uneven colors, confirm the paper and print quality settings first. Check 1: Do the page size and media type settings match the size and type of the loaded paper? When these settings are incorrect, you cannot obtain a proper print result.
  • Page 778 Back of the Paper Is Smudged Vertical Lines Are Printed on the Sides of the Printout Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Page top...
  • Page 779 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Print Results Not Satisfactory > Cannot Print to End of Job U311 Cannot Print to End of Job Check: Is the space of your computer's hard disk sufficient? Delete unnecessary files to free disk space. Page top...
  • Page 780 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Print Results Not Satisfactory > Lines Are Misaligned U315 Lines Are Misaligned Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Perform Print Head Alignment. If printed lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position.
  • Page 781 Check 3: Is Photo Paper used for printing photographs? When printing data with high color saturation such as photographs or images in deep color, we recommend using Photo Paper Plus Glossy II or other Canon speciality paper. Media Types You Can Use...
  • Page 782 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Print Results Not Satisfactory > Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched U317 Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Paper Is Smudged The Edges of Paper Are Smudged Printed Surface Is Smudged Printed Surface Is Scratched Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory...
  • Page 783 * Readjust the setting not to prevent paper abrasion once printing is complete. If not, this setting remains enabled for all subsequent print jobs. In the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, select the Prevent paper abrasion check box, and then click Apply.
  • Page 784 Doing so gives the printed surface enough time to dry so that paper smudged and scratched are prevented. Make sure that the printer is turned on. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility Select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu.
  • Page 785 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Print Results Not Satisfactory > Back of the Paper Is Smudged U318 Back of the Paper Is Smudged Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Perform the Bottom Plate Cleaning to clean the inside of the printer.
  • Page 786 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Print Results Not Satisfactory > Vertical Lines Are Printed on the Sides of the Printout U319 Vertical Lines Are Printed on the Sides of the Printout Check: Is the size of the loaded paper correct? The vertical lines may be printed in the margin if the size of the loaded paper is larger than that you have specified.
  • Page 787 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Print Results Not Satisfactory > Colors Are Uneven or Streaked U320 Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Colors Are Uneven Colors Are Streaked Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Print the Nozzle Check Pattern and perform any necessary maintenance operations such as Print Head Cleaning.
  • Page 788 If automatic ink quality maintenance is disabled, ink in one or more ink tanks may separate, resulting in uneven density. Enable automatic ink quality maintenance by using the printer driver. Make sure that the printer is turned on. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility Select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu.
  • Page 789 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing > Printing Does Not Start U321 Printing Does Not Start Check 1: Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged in, then turn the printer on. While the POWER lamp is flashing, the printer is initializing. Wait until the POWER lamp stops flashing and remains lit.
  • Page 790 Set the printer not to detect the width of the paper using the Canon IJ Printer Utility. To set the printer not to detect the width of the paper, open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, clear the Detect paper width check box, and then click Apply.
  • Page 791 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing > Printing Does Not Start U321 Printing Does Not Start Check 1: Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged in, then turn the printer on. While the POWER lamp is flashing, the printer is initializing. Wait until the POWER lamp stops flashing and remains lit.
  • Page 792 Set the printer not to detect the width of the paper using the Canon IJ Printer Utility. To set the printer not to detect the width of the paper, open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, clear the Detect paper width check box, and then click Apply.
  • Page 793 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing > Printing Stops Before It Is Completed U322 Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Check 1: Is the inner cover (the cover of the disc tray) opened while printing on paper? Close the inner cover and press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer. Check 2: Is the paper loaded? Make sure that paper is loaded.
  • Page 794 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Ink Is Not Ejected U323 Ink Is Not Ejected Check 1: Has the ink run out? Open the top cover, then check the status of ink lamp. Checking the Ink Status Check 2: Are the print head nozzles clogged? Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles.
  • Page 795 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing Quality > Ink Is Not Ejected U323 Ink Is Not Ejected Check 1: Has the ink run out? Open the top cover, then check the status of ink lamp. Checking the Ink Status Check 2: Are the print head nozzles clogged? Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles.
  • Page 796 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with the Printer > Print Head Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing U325 Print Head Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing Check 1: Is the POWER lamp off? Check if the POWER lamp is lit. The print head holder will not move unless the power is on.
  • Page 797 For details on how to place the disc tray, refer to Placing a Printable Disc. Check 2: Unrecognizable printable disc may be placed. Canon recommends that you use printable discs specially processed to be printed on by an inkjet printer. Disc Tray Jammed Pull out the disc tray gently.
  • Page 799 For details on how to place the disc tray, refer to Placing a Printable Disc. Check 2: Unrecognizable printable disc may be placed. Canon recommends that you use printable discs specially processed to be printed on by an inkjet printer. Disc Tray Jammed Pull out the disc tray gently.
  • Page 801 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing > Paper Jams > In Other Cases U353 In Other Cases Make sure of the following: Check 1: Are there any foreign objects around the paper output slot? Check 2: Are there any foreign objects in the rear tray or the manual feed tray? If there are any foreign objects in the rear tray or the manual feed tray, be sure to turn off the printer, unplug it from the power supply, then remove the foreign object.
  • Page 802 Home > Troubleshooting > Problems with Printing > Paper Jams > Paper Is Jammed inside the Printer U156 Paper Is Jammed inside the Printer Remove the paper following the procedure below. Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply.
  • Page 803 Hold the jammed paper with your hands. If the paper is rolled up, pull it out. Pull the paper slowly not to tear it, then pull the paper out diagonally forward in front at aslant. Keep an angle of the paper about 45 degrees and pull it slowly.
  • Page 804 Make sure that all the jammed paper is removed. If the paper is torn, a piece of paper may remain inside the printer. Check the following and remove the piece of paper if it remains. Does the piece of paper remain under the print head holder? Does the little piece of paper remain inside the printer? Does the piece of paper remain in the right side or the left side space (C) inside the printer? Close the top cover and the inner cover, then reload the paper.
  • Page 805 Home > Troubleshooting > About Errors/Messages Displayed > Message Appears on the Computer Screen U331 Message Appears on the Computer Screen Support Code: B200 An error has occurred. The printer needs repair. Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Then see the user's guide and contact the service center.
  • Page 806 Placing a Printable Disc. Check 2: Unrecognizable printable disc may be placed. Canon recommends that you use printable discs specially processed to be printed on by an inkjet printer. Support Code: 1200 Is Displayed Check: Close the top cover and wait for a while.
  • Page 807 be damaged if it is left without an ink tank, causing a problem such as clogging due to dried ink. When starting the ink tank replacement, press the printer's RESUME/CANCEL button with the top cover open. Support Code: 1700 Is Displayed Eight flashes: Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange and take the appropriate action.
  • Page 808 action. The Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program Icon Appears If the Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program is installed, the printer and application software usage information is scheduled to be sent every month for about ten years. The Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program icon appears in the Dock when it is time to send the printer usage information.
  • Page 809 1. Stop the Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program. Changing the setting: 2. Select Applications from the Go menu of Finder, and double-click the Canon Utilities folder, then the Inkjet Extended Survey Program folder. 3. Place the Canon Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program.app file into the Trash.
  • Page 810 This section describes errors that are indicated on Canon-brand PictBridge compliant devices. The error messages and operations may vary depending on the device you are using. For errors on non-Canon PictBridge compliant devices, check the status of the Alarm lamp and take the appropriate action to clear the error. For details, see Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange.
  • Page 811 If you want to cancel printing, press the printer's RESUME/CANCEL button. Replacing an Ink Tank "Ink Error" Check the number of how many the Alarm lamp flashes and take the appropriate action to resolve the error. Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange "Hardware Error"...

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