Page 1 MP260 series On-screen Manual Page 1 of 628 pages How to Use This Manual Printing This Manual MC-2746-V1.00 Basic Guide Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Describes the summary of Describes the detailed this product. function of this product.
Page 2 MP240/MP260 series Basic Guide Page 2 of 628 pages How to Use This Manual Printing This Manual MP-2146-V1.00 Advanced Guide Contents Overview of the Machine Other Usages Main Components Printing Photos from a PictBridge Compliant Device (MP240 series) LED Display and Basic Operations Solution Menu and My Printer Printing from a Memory Card (MP260 Loading Paper / Originals...
Page 3 Overview of the Machine Page 3 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Contents > Overview of the Machine Overview of the Machine This section shows the component names of the machine and describes the basic operations you need to know before using it. Main Components Front View Rear View...
Page 4: Front View
Main Components Page 4 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > > Main Components Contents Overview of the Machine Main Components Front View Document Cover Open to load an original on the Platen Glass. Paper Support Raise and tip back to load paper in the Rear Tray. Paper Guides Slide to align with both sides of the paper stack.
Page 5: Rear View
Main Components Page 5 of 628 pages Platen Glass Load an original to copy or scan. Operation Panel Use to change the settings of the machine or to operate it. Operation Panel Note The LED and lamps on the Operation Panel other than the Power lamp will go out if the machine is not operated for about 5 minutes.
Page 6 Main Components Page 6 of 628 pages (13) Ink Cartridge Locking Covers Locks the FINE Cartridges into place. (14) Scanning Unit (Cover) Scans originals. Open it to replace the FINE Cartridges or remove jammed paper inside the machine. When opening the Scanning Unit (Cover), lift it with the Document Cover closed. (15) Access lamp (MP260 series) Lights or flashes to indicate the memory card status.
Page 7: Operation Panel
Power lamp flashes green once and Alarm lamp flashes orange once alternately: An error that requires contacting your Canon service representative may have occurred. For details, refer to the " Troubleshooting " in the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide . Important...
Page 8 Main Components Page 8 of 628 pages Ink lamps Lights or flashes orange when ink runs out, etc. The lamp on the left indicates the Color FINE Cartridge status and the lamp on the right indicates the Black FINE Cartridge status. Paper button Switches the page size and media type.
Page 9 Troubleshooting " in the on -screen manual: Advanced Guide . P and number appear alternately. An error that requires contacting your Canon service representative may have occurred. For details, refer to the " Troubleshooting " in the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide .
Page 10: Error Codes
For details on the error codes, refer to the " Troubleshooting Guide P appears, an error that requires contacting your Canon service If an error code with representative may have occurred. For details, refer to the " " in the on-screen...
Page 11 LED Display and Basic Operations Page 11 of 628 pages Page top...
Page 12 Printing from a Memory Card (MP260 series) Page 12 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Printing from a Memory Card (MP260 series) Contents Printing from a Memory Card (MP260 series) You can print thumbnails of photos saved on the memory card on A4 or Letter-sized paper and select photos to print.
Page 13 Printing Photos Saved on the Memory Card Page 13 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > > Printing Photos Saved on the Memory Card Contents Printing from a Memory Card (MP260 series) Printing Photos Saved on the Memory Card Thumbnails of photos on the memory card are printed on A4 or Letter-sized paper (this printed sheet is called Photo Index Sheet).
Page 14 Printing Photos Saved on the Memory Card Page 14 of 628 pages Turn on the power. Operation Panel Load two or more sheets of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in the Rear Tray. Loading Paper Note If there are more than 30 photos on the memory card, two or more Photo Index Sheets will be printed.
Page 15 Printing Photos Saved on the Memory Card Page 15 of 628 pages Fill in the appropriate circles on the Photo Index Sheet. Fill in the appropriate circles with a dark pencil or a black ink pen to select photos to print and the print settings. Good (A) Check mark (B) Line only...
Page 16: Load Paper
Printing Photos Saved on the Memory Card Page 16 of 628 pages Important Be sure to fill in a circle for every setting item except options. If there are two or more Photo Index Sheets, fill in all the sheets. If the filled circles on the Photo Index Sheet are not dark enough, the machine may not scan the settings.
Page 17 Printing Photos Saved on the Memory Card Page 17 of 628 pages Page top...
Page 18: Table Of Contents
Inserting the Memory Card Page 18 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > > Inserting the Memory Card Contents Printing from a Memory Card (MP260 series) Inserting the Memory Card Before Inserting the Memory Card The following types of memory cards and image data are compatible with the machine. Important If you took and saved photos on a type of memory card that is not guaranteed operation to be used on your digital camera, the image data may be unreadable on the machine or damaged.
Page 19: Inserting The Memory Card
Inserting the Memory Card Page 19 of 628 pages Printable Image Data This machine supports images created by DCF ver. 1.0/2.0 standard compliant digital cameras (Exif ver. 2.2/2.21 compliant, including TIFF etc.). Other image or movie types such as RAW images cannot be printed.
Page 20: Removing The Memory Card
Inserting the Memory Card Page 20 of 628 pages For Compact Flash (CF), Microdrive, or xD-Picture Card*, xD-Picture Card Type M*, xD-Picture Card Type H*: Caution Part of the memory card will stick out of the Card Slot, but do not force it into the slot any further.
Page 21 Inserting the Memory Card Page 21 of 628 pages Setting the Read/Write Attribute of the Card Slot (Maintenance) button repeatedly until c appears. Press the Set the read/write attribute. To select the "Not writable from PC" mode Press the Color button.
Page 22 Setting the Language for the Photo Index Sheet Page 22 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Contents Printing from a Memory Card (MP260 series) > Setting the Language for the Photo Index Sheet Setting the Language for the Photo Index Sheet You can select a language for the Photo Index Sheet that is used to print photos saved on a memory card.
Page 23 Setting the Language for the Photo Index Sheet Page 23 of 628 pages Important If the filled circle is not dark enough, the machine may not be able to scan the setting. Scan the Language Selection Sheet to set the language. Place the Language Selection Sheet on the Platen Glass.
Page 24 Setting the Language for the Photo Index Sheet Page 24 of 628 pages " in the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide . For details, refer to the " Troubleshooting If the Photo Index Sheet is not printed in the selected language, be sure to place the Language Selection Sheet on the Platen Glass correctly and press the Photo Index Sheet button to...
Page 25 Copying Page 25 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Copying Contents Copying You can make enlarged or reduced copies to fit the page size, and borderless copies of photos, besides standard copies. Copying Documents Switching the Page Size between A4 or 8.5" x 11" (Letter) Copying Photos Fit-to-Page Copying Page top...
Page 26 Copying Documents Page 26 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Copying > Copying Documents Contents Copying Documents This section describes the basic operation to copy documents. For the operation, see the notes and operation procedure described in the reference page. You need to prepare: Originals to copy.
Page 27: You Can Switch The Size Of Paper Loaded In The Rear Tray Between A4 And 8.5" X
Copying Documents Page 27 of 628 pages Load paper. Loading Paper Open the Paper Output Tray gently, and open the Output Tray Extension. Load an original on the Platen Glass. Load the original with the side to copy facing down and align it with the alignment mark as shown below. Loading Originals to Copy or Scan Start copying.
Page 28 Copying Documents Page 28 of 628 pages remaining number of copies to be made. To make 10 to 19 copies The paper-out error will occur ("E, 2" appears on the LED) when all of the loaded paper has been used to print.
Page 29: Copying Photos
Copying Photos Page 29 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Copying > Copying Photos Contents Copying Photos This section describes the basic operation to copy photos. You need to prepare: Printed photos. Paper for printing. See Media Types You Can Use Prepare for copying a photo.
Page 30 Copying Photos Page 30 of 628 pages copying. The machine starts copying. Important Do not open the Document Cover or move the loaded photo until copying is completed. Note To cancel copying, press the Stop/Reset button. Page top...
Page 31 Fit-to-Page Copying Page 31 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Copying > Fit-to-Page Copying Contents Fit-to-Page Copying The Fit-to-Page copy function enables you to copy originals automatically enlarged or reduced to fit the selected page size. Prepare for copying. Prepare for copying.
Page 32 Fit-to-Page Copying Page 32 of 628 pages Page top...
Page 33 Scanning Page 33 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Contents > Scanning Scanning You can send scanned data to your computer, edit or process them with the supplied software application, then save them. You can also save scanned data on a memory card inserted into the machine (MP260 series).
Page 34 We recommend that you make a backup of the data on the memory card regularly and save it on other storage media, in case of accidental loss. Please note that Canon shall not be liable for any damage or loss of the data for any reason whatsoever, even within the warranty period of the machine.
Page 35 Saving Scanned Data Page 35 of 628 pages Saving Scanned Data on the Computer Before scanning originals, confirm the following. Are the necessary software applications (MP Drivers and MP Navigator EX) installed? If the software applications are not installed, refer to the printed manual: Getting Started Does the original to be scanned meet the requirements for an original to be set on the Platen Glass? For details, see...
Page 36 Saving Scanned Data Page 36 of 628 pages software to use, select Always use this program for this action, then click OK. From the next time, MP Navigator EX will be automatically started. Page top...
Page 37 Printing from Your Computer Page 37 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Contents > Printing from Your Computer Printing from Your Computer This section describes how to print documents or photos with a computer. You can easily print photos taken with your digital camera by using Easy-PhotoPrint EX supplied with your machine.
Page 38: Make Sure That The Machine Is Turned On
Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Page 38 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > > Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Contents Printing from Your Computer Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Print image data saved on your computer by using Easy-PhotoPrint EX supplied with your machine. This section describes the procedure, using print setting for borderless photo print on 4"...
Page 39 Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Page 39 of 628 pages Select the Go menu, Applications, Canon Utilities, Easy-PhotoPrint EX, then double-click Easy- PhotoPrint EX. Note To start Easy-PhotoPrint EX from Solution Menu, double-click (Solution Menu) on the desktop and click (Print photos or albums, etc.).
Page 40 Cancel Printing on the printer status monitor. To display the printer status monitor, click Canon XXX Printer (where " XXX " is your machine's name) on the taskbar. Click the printer icon in the Dock to display the list of print jobs in progress.
Page 41 Using Various Functions of Easy-PhotoPrint EX Page 41 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > > Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Contents Printing from Your Computer > Using Various Functions of Easy- PhotoPrint EX Using Various Functions of Easy-PhotoPrint EX This section describes a few of the useful functions of Easy-PhotoPrint EX. For details on the operation, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide Creating Your Own Prints...
Page 42: Create (Or Open) A Document To Print Using An Appropriate Software Application
Printing Documents (Windows) Page 42 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Contents Printing from Your Computer > Printing Documents (Windows) Printing Documents (Windows) Note Operations may vary depending on your software application. For details on the operation, refer to the instruction manual of your application.
Page 43 Cancel Printing on the printer status monitor. To display the printer status monitor, click Canon XXX Printer (where " XXX " is your machine's name) on the taskbar. If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are unsatisfactory, adjust the print head...
Page 44 Printing Documents (Windows) Page 44 of 628 pages Aligning the Print Head position. See Page top...
Page 45 Printing Documents (Macintosh) Page 45 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Contents Printing from Your Computer > Printing Documents (Macintosh) Printing Documents (Macintosh) Note Operations may vary depending on your software application. For details on the operation, refer to the instruction manual of your application.
Page 46 Printing Documents (Macintosh) Page 46 of 628 pages Make sure that your machine's name is selected in Printer. Select the page size of the loaded paper in Paper Size. Select Quality & Media in the pop-up menu. Select the media type of the loaded paper in Media Type. Note If you select the wrong media type, the machine may not print with the proper print quality.
Page 47 Printing Documents (Macintosh) Page 47 of 628 pages For Mac OS X v.10.4.x or Mac OS X v.10.3.9 Note The screens used in this section are for printing in Mac OS X v.10.4.x. Make sure that the machine is turned on. Operation Panel Load paper.
Page 48 Printing Documents (Macintosh) Page 48 of 628 pages Note If you select the wrong media type, the machine may not print with the proper print quality. Select the print quality in Print Quality. Note For details on the print quality, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide Note For details on the printer driver functions, click...
Page 49 Other Usages Page 49 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Contents > Other Usages Other Usages This section describes the function to print photos from your digital camera connected with a USB cable (MP240 series) and the useful function to start supplied software applications. Printing Photos from a PictBridge Compliant Device (MP240 series) Solution Menu and My Printer Page top...
Page 50 Printing Photos from a PictBridge Compliant Device (MP240 series) Page 50 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > > Printing Photos from a PictBridge Compliant Device (MP240 series) Contents Other Usages Printing Photos from a PictBridge Compliant Device (MP240 series) Connecting the PictBridge compliant device to this machine with a USB cable that is recommended by the device's manufacturer, you can print saved images directly.
Page 51 To start Solution Menu from the Start menu, select All Programs (Programs in Windows 2000), Canon Utilities, Solution Menu, then Solution Menu. To start Solution Menu from the menu bar, select the Go menu, Applications, Canon Utilities, Solution Menu, then double-click Solution Menu.
Page 52 Install My Printer from the Setup CD-ROM when it has not been installed or has been uninstalled. To install My Printer, select My Printer in Custom Install. To start My Printer from the Start menu, select All Programs (Programs in Windows 2000), Canon Utilities, My Printer, then My Printer.
Page 53 Loading Paper / Originals Page 53 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Loading Paper / Originals Contents Loading Paper / Originals This section describes types of paper or originals you can load, how to load printing paper in the Rear Tray, and how to load originals to copy or scan.
Page 54 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 55 For information on the page sizes available for each Canon genuine paper, visit our website. You may not be able to purchase some Canon genuine papers depending on the country or region of purchase. Paper is not sold in the US by Model Number.
Page 56 Paper Weight 17 to 28 lb / 64 to 105 gsm (plain paper except for Canon genuine paper) Do not use heavier or lighter paper (except for Canon genuine paper), as it could jam in the machine. Notes on Storing Paper Take out only the necessary number of paper from the package, just before printing.
Page 57 Damp paper Paper that is too thin (weighing less than 17 lb / 64 gsm) Paper that is too thick (plain paper, except for Canon genuine paper, weighing more than 28 lb / 105 gsm) Paper thinner than a postcard, including plain paper or notepad paper cut to a small size (when...
Page 58 For details on the Canon genuine paper, see Media Types You Can Use You can use general copy paper. When printing on both sides, we recommend Canon's Super White Paper. For the page size and paper weight you can use for this machine, see Media Types You Can Use Flatten the four corners of paper before loading it.
Page 59 Loading Paper Page 59 of 628 pages Open the Paper Support, raise it, then tip it back. Open the Paper Output Tray gently, and open the Output Tray Extension. Load paper. Slide the Paper Guides to open them, and load the paper in the center of the Rear Tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU.
Page 60 Loading Paper Page 60 of 628 pages The machine may make operating noise when feeding paper. Note After loading paper When printing with the Photo Index Sheet, make sure that the size and type of the loaded Printing paper match those specified in Page size/Media type on the Photo Index Sheet. See Photos Saved on the Memory Card When copying without using a computer, select the size and type of the loaded paper on the Operation Panel.
Page 61 Loading Envelopes Page 61 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Loading Paper / Originals > Loading Paper Contents > Loading Envelopes Loading Envelopes You can print on European DL and US Comm. Env. #10-sized envelopes. The address is automatically rotated and printed according to the envelope's direction by specifying with the printer driver properly.
Page 62 Loading Envelopes Page 62 of 628 pages (A) Rear side (B) Address side Open the Paper Support. Open the Paper Output Tray gently, and open the Output Tray Extension. Slide the Paper Guides to open them, and load the envelopes in the center of the Rear Tray WITH THE ADDRESS SIDE FACING YOU.
Page 63 Loading Originals to Copy or Scan Page 63 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Loading Paper / Originals Contents > Loading Originals to Copy or Scan Loading Originals to Copy or Scan Originals You Can Load You can copy or scan the following originals. Photos or Texts (documents, books, magazines, etc.) Types of originals: Max.
Page 64 Loading Originals Page 64 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Loading Paper / Originals > > Loading Originals Contents Loading Originals to Copy or Scan Loading Originals Load originals to copy or scan on the Platen Glass. Important After loading the original, be sure to close the Document Cover before starting to copy or scan. When scanning from a computer using a software application, you need to load originals in a different way.
Page 65 Loading Originals Page 65 of 628 pages Page top...
Page 66: Routine Maintenance
Routine Maintenance Page 66 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance Contents Routine Maintenance This section describes how to replace FINE Cartridges when they run out of ink, to clean the machine when the print result is faint, or to take an action when paper does not feed properly. When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern...
Page 67 When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Page 67 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance Contents > When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect If print results are blurred or colors are not printed correctly, the print head nozzles (FINE Cartridges) are probably clogged.
Page 68 When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Page 68 of 628 pages For details, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide Page top...
Page 69 Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Page 69 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > > Printing the Nozzle Check Contents When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Pattern Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles. Note If the remaining ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly.
Page 70 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Page 70 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > > Examining the Nozzle Check Contents When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the Print Head if necessary. Check if there are no missing lines in the pattern (1) or no white streaks in the pattern (2).
Page 71 Cleaning the Print Head Page 71 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > > Cleaning the Print Head Contents When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Cleaning the Print Head Clean the Print Head if lines are missing or if white streaks are present in the printed nozzle check pattern.
Page 72 Cleaning the Print Head Deeply Page 72 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > > Cleaning the Print Head Contents When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Deeply Cleaning the Print Head Deeply If print quality does not improve by the standard cleaning of the Print Head, clean the Print Head deeply. Cleaning the Print Head deeply consumes more ink than the standard cleaning of the Print Head, so clean the Print Head deeply only when necessary.
Page 73 Aligning the Print Head Page 73 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > > Aligning the Print Head Contents When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Aligning the Print Head If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position.
Page 74 Aligning the Print Head Page 74 of 628 pages Note If it is difficult to select the best pattern, select the pattern that has the least noticeable white streaks. (A) Less noticeable vertical white streaks (B) More noticeable vertical white streaks (C) Less noticeable horizontal white streaks (D) More noticeable horizontal white streaks Repeat the same procedure until you finish selecting the number of the pattern in...
Page 75 Aligning the Print Head Page 75 of 628 pages Important Do not open the Document Cover or move the loaded print head alignment sheet until scanning is completed. Note If adjusting the print head position has failed, the error code appears on the LED. For details, refer to the "...
Page 76 Replacing a FINE Cartridge Page 76 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > Replacing a FINE Cartridge Contents Replacing a FINE Cartridge When ink runs out while printing, the Ink lamp flashes orange and the error code appears on the LED to inform you of the error.
Page 77 Color Ink lamp or Black Ink lamp flashes, while Alarm lamp is off The function for detecting the remaining ink level is disabled. With the Computer Screen You can confirm the status of each FINE Cartridge on the printer status monitor (Windows) or Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh).
Page 78 To confirm the FINE Cartridge information, click the Ink Details menu. Note You can also display the printer status monitor by clicking Canon XXX Printer (where " XXX " is your machine's name) which appears on the taskbar during printing.
Page 79 (A) Electrical contacts (B) Print head nozzles To maintain optimal print quality, we recommend the use of specified Canon brand FINE Cartridges. Refilling ink is not recommended. If you remove a FINE Cartridge, replace it immediately. Do not leave the machine with FINE Cartridges removed.
Page 80 Replacing Procedure Page 80 of 628 pages Caution The inside of the machine may be stained with ink. Be careful not to stain your hands or clothing when replacing FINE Cartridges. You can easily wipe off the ink from the inside of the machine with a dry cloth or the like.
Page 81 Replacing Procedure Page 81 of 628 pages Take a new FINE Cartridge out of its package and remove the orange protective tape (D) gently. Important If you shake a FINE Cartridge, ink may spill out and stain your hands and the surrounding area. Handle a FINE Cartridge carefully.
Page 82 Replacing Procedure Page 82 of 628 pages (E) Closed correctly (F) Not closed correctly (the cover is tilted) Note If the Ink Cartridge Locking Cover is not closed correctly, push down the Ink Cartridge Locking Cover until it clicks. Important The machine cannot print unless both the Color and Black FINE Cartridges are installed.
Page 83 Cleaning the Machine Page 83 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > Cleaning the Machine Contents Cleaning the Machine This section describes how to clean the inside of the machine. Page top...
Page 84 Rotate the roller manually in the direction of the arrow (B) as you clean it. Do not touch the roller with your fingers; rotate it with the cotton swab. If this does not solve the problem, contact your Canon service representative.
Page 85 Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller Page 85 of 628 pages Page top...
Page 86 Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Page 86 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > Cleaning the Machine > Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Contents Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Remove stains from the inside of the machine.
Page 87 Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Page 87 of 628 pages When performing the Bottom Plate Cleaning again, make sure to use a new piece of paper. Page top...
Page 88 Cleaning the Protrusions inside the Machine Page 88 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > Cleaning the Machine Contents > Cleaning the Protrusions inside the Machine Cleaning the Protrusions inside the Machine Caution Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine. If the protrusions inside the machine are stained, wipe off any ink from the protrusions using a cotton swab or the like.
Page 89 Appendix Page 89 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Contents > Appendix Appendix Safety Precautions Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images Tips on How to Use Your Machine Page top...
Page 90: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Page 90 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Contents Appendix > Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Please read the safety warnings and cautions provided in this manual to ensure that you use the machine safely. Do not attempt to use the machine in any way not described in this manual. It causes unexpected accident, fire, or electrical shock.
Page 91 Safety Precautions Page 91 of 628 pages injure yourself or damage the machine. Maintaining Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the machine. There are no user serviceable parts inside the machine. the machine The machine contains high-voltage components. Never attempt any maintenance procedure not described in this guide.
Page 92 Safety Precautions Page 92 of 628 pages (Ink Cartridges) children. In case ink is accidentally licked or swallowed, rinse out mouth or give one or two glasses of water to drink. If irritation or discomfort occurs, obtain medical advice immediately. In case ink gets in contact with eyes, rinse with water immediately.
Page 93 Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images Page 93 of 628 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Contents Appendix > 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 make copies of, scan, print, or use reproductions of the following documents.
Page 94 The ink pumped out from the nozzles, such as when cleaning the Print Head, is absorbed by ink absorber in the machine. The ink absorber needs to be replaced when it is full. You cannot replace it by yourself. When the error code or message appears, contact your Canon service representative as soon as possible.
Page 95 Tips on How to Use Your Machine Page 95 of 628 pages The curled paper causes paper jam. Flatten the curled paper, then reload it. Refer to the " Troubleshooting " in the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide Tip!: After loading paper, be sure to specify the paper settings! After loading paper, be sure to select the loaded paper in Media Type of the printer driver or with the Paper button on the Operation Panel.
Page 96 Tips on How to Use Your Machine Page 96 of 628 pages Does the machine need to be handled with care when storing or transporting? Tip!: Do not store or transport the machine vertically or slanted! If the machine is stored or transported vertically or slanted, the machine may become damaged or ink may leak from the machine.
Page 97 MP260 series Advanced Guide Page 97 of 628 pages MC-2784-V1.00 Basic Guide Printing Printing Scanning Printing from a Computer Printing with the Bundled Application Software Copying What Is Easy-PhotoPrint EX? Troubleshooting Printing Photos Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX How to Use This Manual Selecting a Photo Printing This Manual Selecting the Paper...
Page 98 MP260 series Advanced Guide Page 98 of 628 pages Adjusting Images Correct/Enhance Images Window Questions and Answers How Can I Move (or Copy) the Saved File? Which Side of the Displayed Image Does the Printing Start from? How Do I Print with Even Margins? What Is "C1"...
Page 99 Presenting Image Data with Vivid Colors Smoothing Jagged Outlines Changing Color Properties to Improve Coloration Reducing Photo Noise Overview of the Printer Driver Canon IJ Printer Driver How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window Maintenance Tab Canon IJ Status Monitor The Canon IJ Preview...
Page 100 MP260 series Advanced Guide Page 100 of 628 pages Scanning Images Larger than the Platen (Stitch Assist) Easy Scanning with One-click Useful MP Navigator EX Functions Correcting/Enhancing Images Automatically Correcting/Enhancing Images Manually Adjusting Images Searching Images Classifying Images into Categories Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX Saving Saving as PDF Files...
Page 101 MP260 series Advanced Guide Page 101 of 628 pages Importing Images Saved on a Memory Card Opening Images Saved on a Computer Scanning with Other Application Software What Is ScanGear (Scanner Driver)? Scanning with Advanced Settings Using ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Starting ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Scanning in Basic Mode Scanning in Advanced Mode...
Page 102 MP260 series Advanced Guide Page 102 of 628 pages Copying without Borders (Borderless Copy) Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If an Error Occurs The Machine Can Not Be Powered On LED Cannot Be Seen At All An Error Code Is Displayed on the LED Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Power Lamp Flashes Green and Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Alternately...
Page 103 MP260 series Advanced Guide Page 103 of 628 pages Cannot Print Properly from a Photo Index Sheet (MP260 series) Cannot Remove a Memory Card (MP260 series) Problems with Scanning Scanner Does Not Work ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Does Not Start Error Message Appears and the ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screen Does Not Appear Scan Quality (Image Displayed on the Monitor) Is Poor Scanned Image Is Surrounded by Extra White Areas...
Page 104: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual Page 104 of 628 pages Advanced Guide > How to Use This Manual How to Use This Manual Operating the Contents Screen Operating the Explanation Screen Printing This Manual Using Keywords to Find a Topic Registering Topics to My Manual Symbols Used in this Document Trademarks...
Page 105 Operating the Contents Screen Page 105 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual > Operating the Contents Screen Operating the Contents Screen When you click a title displayed in the Contents screen found to the left of the On-screen Manual, the pages of that title are displayed in the Description window.
Page 106 Operating the Explanation Screen Page 106 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual > Operating the Explanation Screen Operating the Explanation Screen (1) Click the green characters to jump to the corresponding page. (2) The cursor jumps to the top of this page. Note The diagrams and computer screens in this guide refer to MP260 series.
Page 107 Printing This Manual Page 107 of 628 pages > > Printing This Manual Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual Printing This Manual Click to display the Print window to the left of the On-screen Manual. Note Click to close or display the Print window. Click , and then click Option Settings to display the Option Settings dialog box.
Page 108 Printing This Manual Page 108 of 628 pages Confirm the number of pages to be printed, and then click Yes. The topics that are currently displayed are printed. Selected Documents You can select and print the topics that you want printed. From Select Target, select Selected Documents The titles of all topics are displayed in the Documents to Be Printed list.
Page 109 Printing This Manual Page 109 of 628 pages The titles of all topics are displayed in the Documents to Be Printed list, and the check boxes are automatically selected. Note If you clear the check box of a topic, that topic is not printed. Click Select All to select the check boxes of all titles.
Page 110 Using Keywords to Find a Topic Page 110 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual > Using Keywords to Find a Topic Using Keywords to Find a Topic You can enter a keyword to search for a target page. All installed On-screen Manuals (user's guides) are searched.
Page 111 Using Keywords to Find a Topic Page 111 of 628 pages Display the topic that you want to read From the search results list, double-click (or select and press Enter) the title of the topic you want to read. When the pages of that title are displayed, the keywords found on those pages are highlighted. Page top...
Page 112 Registering Topics to My Manual Page 112 of 628 pages > > Registering Topics to My Manual Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual Registering Topics to My Manual Register frequently read pages as My Manual topics so that you can refer to those pages easily at any time.
Page 113 Symbols Used in this Document Page 113 of 628 pages > > Symbols Used in this Document Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual 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.
Page 114 Trademarks Page 114 of 628 pages > > Trademarks Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual Trademarks 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 115 Printing from a Computer Page 115 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer Advanced Guide Printing from a Computer Printing with the Bundled Application Software Printing with Other Application Software Page top...
Page 116 Printing with the Bundled Application Software Page 116 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide Printing with the Bundled Application Software What Is Easy-PhotoPrint EX? Printing Photos Creating an Album Printing Calendars Printing Stickers Printing Layout...
Page 117 Important Easy-PhotoPrint EX does not support Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, or Windows NT4. Easy-PhotoPrint EX can only be used with Canon inkjet printers. It does not support some printers, including Canon compact printers (SELPHY CP series). If a printer that supports Easy-PhotoPrint EX is not installed, you cannot print items you create.
Page 118 What Is Easy-PhotoPrint EX? Page 118 of 628 pages The Photo Print function is available with the following applications: MP Navigator EX Ver.1.00 or later ZoomBrowser EX Ver.6.0 or later Digital Photo Professional Ver.3.2 or later Note Easy-PhotoPrint EX is subject to the following restrictions when started from Digital Photo Professional: - Menu does not appear in the step button area on the left side of the screen.
Page 119 Printing Photos Page 119 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Photos Advanced Guide Printing Photos Easy-PhotoPrint EX allows you to print your favorite photos in a variety of layouts. You can also create borderless photos easily.
Page 120 Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Photos Advanced Guide > Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint EX > Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts and Menu appears. Page top...
Page 121 Selecting a Photo Page 121 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Photos > Advanced Guide Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Click Photo Print from Menu. The Select Images screen appears. Important The reduced images (thumbnails) displayed in the screen may appear as follows: - A black line appears along an edge of the image.
Page 122 Selecting a Photo Page 122 of 628 pages Note You can correct or enhance the selected image before printing. Correcting and Enhancing Photos See Help for details on the Select Images screen. Page top...
Page 123 Selecting the Paper Page 123 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Photos > Advanced Guide Selecting the Paper Selecting the Paper Click Select Paper. The Select Paper screen appears. Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Paper Source...
Page 124 Printing Page 124 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Photos > Printing Advanced Guide Printing Click Layout/Print. The Layout/Print screen appears. Important The reduced images (thumbnails) displayed in the screen may appear as follows: - A black line appears along an edge of the image.
Page 125 Printing Page 125 of 628 pages It is recommended that you save the printed image if you want to print it again. Saving Photos When you print on a bordered layout, the margins on the left and right or the top and bottom may become wider than the other.
Page 126 Creating an Album Page 126 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album Advanced Guide Creating an Album Easy-PhotoPrint EX allows you to create your own personalized photo album. Steps Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Selecting the Paper and Layout...
Page 127 Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album > Advanced Guide Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint EX > Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts and Menu appears. Page top...
Page 128 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 128 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album > Advanced Guide Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting the Paper and Layout Click Album from Menu. The Page Setup screen appears.
Page 129 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 129 of 628 pages The album layouts that can be selected may vary depending on the Paper Size, Orientation, Double page album, or the type of page selected (front cover, inside pages or back cover). You can customize the date (position, size and color) in the Date Settings dialog box.
Page 130 Selecting a Photo Page 130 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album > Advanced Guide Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Click Select Images. The Select Images screen appears. Select the folder that contains the image you want to print from the folder tree area.
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Page 132 Editing Page 132 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album > Advanced Guide Editing Editing Click Edit. The Edit screen appears. Edit your album if necessary. Changing Layout Changing Background Adding Photos Swapping Positions of Photos...
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Page 134 Printing Page 134 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album > Advanced Guide Printing Printing Click Print Settings. The Print Settings screen appears. Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Media Type Copies...
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Page 136 Printing Calendars Page 136 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars Advanced Guide Printing Calendars Easy-PhotoPrint EX allows you to create your own calendar using your favorite photos. Steps Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting a Photo...
Page 137 Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars > Advanced Guide Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint EX > Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts and Menu appears. Page top...
Page 138 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 138 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars > Advanced Guide Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting the Paper and Layout Click Calendar from Menu. The Page Setup screen appears.
Page 139 Selecting a Photo Page 139 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars > Advanced Guide Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Click Select Images. The Select Images screen appears. Select the folder that contains the image you want to print from the folder tree area.
Page 140 Editing Page 140 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars > Advanced Guide Editing Editing Click Edit. The Edit screen appears. Edit the calendar if necessary. Changing Layout Changing Background Adding Photos Swapping Positions of Photos Replacing Photos...
Page 141 Printing Page 141 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars > Advanced Guide Printing Printing Click Print Settings. The Print Settings screen appears. Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Media Type Copies...
Page 142 Printing Stickers Page 142 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers Advanced Guide Printing Stickers You can print your favorite photos on compatible sticker sheets. Steps Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting a Photo Editing...
Page 143 Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers > Advanced Guide Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint EX > Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts and Menu appears. Page top...
Page 144 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 144 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers > Advanced Guide Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting the Paper and Layout Click Stickers from Menu. The Page Setup screen appears.
Page 145 Selecting a Photo Page 145 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers > Advanced Guide Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Click Select Images. The Select Images screen appears. Select the folder that contains the image you want to print from the folder tree area.
Page 146 Editing Page 146 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers > Editing Advanced Guide Editing Click Edit. The Edit screen appears. Edit the stickers if necessary. Adding Photos Swapping Positions of Photos Replacing Photos Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos Cropping Photos...
Page 147 Printing Page 147 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers > Advanced Guide Printing Printing Click Print Settings. The Print Settings screen appears. Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Media Type Copies...
Page 148 Printing Layout Page 148 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout Advanced Guide Printing Layout You can add text to your favorite photos and print them in a variety of layouts. Steps Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Selecting the Paper and Layout...
Page 149 Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout Advanced Guide > Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint EX > Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts and Menu appears. Page top...
Page 150 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 150 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout > Advanced Guide Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting the Paper and Layout Click Layout Print from Menu. The Page Setup screen appears.
Page 151 Selecting a Photo Page 151 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout > Advanced Guide Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Click Select Images. The Select Images screen appears. Select the folder that contains the image you want to print from the folder tree area.
Page 152 Editing Page 152 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout > Editing Advanced Guide Editing Click Edit. The Edit screen appears. Edit the layout if necessary. Changing Layout Adding Photos Swapping Positions of Photos Replacing Photos Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos...
Page 153 Printing Page 153 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout > Printing Advanced Guide Printing Click Print Settings. The Print Settings screen appears. Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Media Type Copies...
Page 154 Correcting and Enhancing Photos Page 154 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide > Correcting and Enhancing Photos Correcting and Enhancing Photos You can correct and enhance images. Click (Correct/Enhance Images) in the Select Images or Edit screen, or in the Layout/Print screen of Photo Print.
Page 155 Using the Auto Photo Fix Function Page 155 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Auto Photo Fix Function Using the Auto Photo Fix Function Apply optimum corrections automatically to the photos used for an album or calendar.
Page 156 Using the Auto Photo Fix Function Page 156 of 628 pages 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. Note Click (Compare) to display the images before and after the correction side by side so that you can compare and check the result.
Page 157 Using the Red-Eye Correction Function Page 157 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Red-Eye Correction Function Using the Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes caused by a camera flash.
Page 158 Using the Red-Eye Correction Function Page 158 of 628 pages Click OK. Red eyes are corrected and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image. Important Areas other than the eyes may be corrected depending on the image. Note Click (Compare) to display the images before and after the correction side by side so that...
Page 159 Using the Red-Eye Correction Function Page 159 of 628 pages Click Save Selected Image or Save All Corrected Images. You can save corrected images as new files. Note To save only the image you like, click Save Selected Image. To save all images, click Save All Corrected Images.
Page 160 Using the Face Brightener Function Page 160 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Face Brightener Function Using the Face Brightener Function You can brighten dark faces caused by bright background.
Page 161 Using the Face Brightener Function Page 161 of 628 pages Drag to select the area you want to correct, then click OK that appears over the image. The entire image is corrected so that the selected area containing the face becomes brighter, and (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.
Page 162 Using the Face Sharpener Function Page 162 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Face Sharpener Function Using the Face Sharpener Function You can sharpen out-of-focus faces in a photo.
Page 163 Using the Face Sharpener Function Page 163 of 628 pages Note Effect levels can be changed using the slider below Face Sharpener. Click (Compare) to display the images before and after the correction side by side so that you can compare and check the result. Click Reset Selected Image to undo the correction operation.
Page 164 Using the Face Sharpener Function Page 164 of 628 pages Only JPEG/Exif file format is available for corrected images. Click Exit. Note The corrections will be lost if you exit before saving corrected images. Page top...
Page 165 Using the Digital Face Smoothing Function Page 165 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Digital Face Smoothing Function Using the Digital Face Smoothing Function You can enhance skin beautifully by removing blemishes and wrinkles.
Page 166 Using the Digital Face Smoothing Function Page 166 of 628 pages Note Effect levels can be changed using the slider below Digital Face Smoothing. (Compare) to display the images before and after the enhancement side by side so Click that you can compare and check the result. Click Reset Selected Image to undo the enhancement operation.
Page 167 Using the Digital Face Smoothing Function Page 167 of 628 pages Only JPEG/Exif file format is available for enhanced images. Click Exit. Note The enhancements will be lost if you exit before saving enhanced images. Page top...
Page 168 Using the Blemish Remover Function Page 168 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Blemish Remover Function Using the Blemish Remover Function You can remove moles.
Page 169 Using the Blemish Remover Function Page 169 of 628 pages Drag to select the area you want to enhance, then click OK that appears over the image. Moles in and around the selected area are removed and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.
Page 170 Adjusting Images Page 170 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Adjusting Images Adjusting Images You can make fine adjustments to the overall brightness, contrast, etc. of images. Select photos in the Select Images screen, then click (Correct/Enhance Images).
Page 171 Adjusting Images Page 171 of 628 pages Note Click Defaults to reset all adjustments. Click Save Selected Image or Save All Corrected Images. You can save adjusted images as new files. Note To save only the image you like, click Save Selected Image. To save all images, click Save All Corrected Images.
Page 172 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 172 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Correct/Enhance Images Window Correct/Enhance Images Window You can correct/enhance images in this window. To display the Correct/Enhance Images window, click (Correct/Enhance Images) in the Select Images or Edit screen, or in the Layout/Print screen of Photo Print.
Page 173 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 173 of 628 pages (2)Task Area Available tasks and settings may vary between the Auto and Manual tabs. Click Auto or Manual to display the corresponding tab. Auto Tab Select to correct automatically. Auto Photo Fix Applies automatic corrections suitable for photos.
Page 174 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 174 of 628 pages Face Sharpener Sharpens out-of-focus faces. You can adjust the effect level using the slider. Digital Face Smoothing Enhances skin beautifully by removing blemishes and wrinkles. You can adjust the effect level using the slider. Apply to all images Automatically corrects all the images displayed in the list.
Page 175 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 175 of 628 pages Blur Blurs the outline of the subjects to soften the image. Move the slider to the right to soften the image. Show-through Removal Removes show-through of text from the reverse side or removes the base color. Adjust the show- through level to prevent text on the reverse side of thin document or the base color of the document from appearing on the image.
Page 176 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 176 of 628 pages Digital Face Smoothing Enhances skin beautifully by removing blemishes and wrinkles. You can specify the area you want to apply the effect to. You can adjust the effect level using the slider. Blemish Remover Removes moles.
Page 177 Questions and Answers Page 177 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide > Questions and Answers Questions and Answers How Can I Move (or Copy) the Saved File? Which Side of the Displayed Image Does the Printing Start from? How Do I Print with Even Margins? What Is "C1"...
Page 178 How Can I Move (or Copy) the Saved File? Page 178 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Questions and Answers Advanced Guide > How Can I Move (or Copy) the Saved File? How Can I Move (or Copy) the Saved File? If you want to move (or copy) a file created and saved with Easy-PhotoPrint EX from one folder to another, you need to move (or copy) the folder that was automatically created when originally saving that file as...
Page 179 Which Side of the Displayed Image Does the Printing Start from? Page 179 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Questions and Answers Advanced Guide > Which Side of the Displayed Image Does the Printing Start from? Which Side of the Displayed Image Does the Printing Start from? As shown below, printing starts from the left side of the image displayed in the Layout/Print screen.
Page 180 How Do I Print with Even Margins? Page 180 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Questions and Answers Advanced Guide > How Do I Print with Even Margins? How Do I Print with Even Margins? When you print on a bordered layout, the margins on the left and right or the top and bottom may become wider than the other, depending on the image and printer.
Page 181 What Is "C1" or "C4"? Page 181 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Questions and Answers Advanced Guide > What Is "C1" or "C4"? What Is "C1" or "C4"? When an album is printed, labels such as "C1" and "C4" are printed as page numbers. The "C1"...
Page 182 Appendix 1: Easy-PhotoPrint EX Settings Page 182 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide > Appendix 1: Easy- PhotoPrint EX Settings Appendix 1: Easy-PhotoPrint EX Settings Printing Vivid Photos Reducing Photo Noise Cropping Photos (Photo Print) Printing Dates on Photos (Photo Print) Printing Multiple Photos on One Page...
Page 183 Printing Vivid Photos Page 183 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Printing Vivid Photos Printing Vivid Photos Select the Vivid Photo checkbox in the Select Paper screen to boost the colors in a photo before printing. Important This function is available only with a printer that supports Vivid Photo.
Page 184 Reducing Photo Noise Page 184 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Reducing Photo Noise Reducing Photo Noise When a photo is taken in a dark location such as night scene using digital camera, noise may appear in the image.
Page 185 Cropping Photos (Photo Print) Page 185 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Cropping Photos (Photo Print) Cropping Photos (Photo Print) Cropping a photo is the act of removing the unnecessary portions of the photo by selecting the necessary portions.
Page 186 Printing Dates on Photos (Photo Print) Page 186 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Printing Dates on Photos (Photo Print) Printing Dates on Photos (Photo Print) To print the date the photo was taken on the photo, click (Date Settings) in the Layout/Print screen, then select the Print date checkbox in the Date Settings dialog box.
Page 187 Printing Multiple Photos on One Page Page 187 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Printing Multiple Photos on One Page Printing Multiple Photos on One Page You can print multiple photos on one page by selecting a multiple-photo layout in the Layout/Print screen.
Page 188 Printing an Index Page 188 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Printing an Index Printing an Index You can print an index of selected photos. An index print shows the thumbnails of the photos in one page.
Page 189 Printing ID Photos (ID Photo Print) Page 189 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Printing ID Photos (ID Photo Print) Printing ID Photos (ID Photo Print) You can print a variety of ID photos.
Page 190 Printing Photo Information Page 190 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Printing Photo Information Printing Photo Information Select Captured Info from the layouts in the Layout/Print screen to print the photo and the Exif information side by side.
Page 191 Saving Photos Page 191 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Saving Photos Saving Photos You can save edited photos. The information of cropping and layout can be saved. Click Save in the Layout/Print screen.
Page 192 Opening Saved Files Page 192 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Opening Saved Files Opening Saved Files You can open files created with Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Click Library from Menu.
Page 193 Opening Saved Files Page 193 of 628 pages Library in Menu. - Double-click or click the file. - From the File menu, click Open..., then select the file you want to edit. You can also open a recently used file by clicking the file name shown in the File menu. Page top...
Page 194 Changing Layout Page 194 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Changing Layout Changing Layout You can change the layout of each page separately. Select the page you want to change the layout of in the Edit screen, then click (Change Layout).
Page 195 Changing Layout Page 195 of 628 pages Important The layouts that can be selected may vary depending on the Paper Size and Orientation. The layouts of all pages are changed to the selected layout. All images that do not fit in the new layout will be collected on one page. Layout Print Important The layouts that can be selected may vary depending on the Paper Size and Orientation.
Page 196 Changing Background Page 196 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Changing Background Changing Background You can change the background of each page. Important You cannot change the background of the Photo Print, Stickers, and Layout Print.
Page 197 Changing Background Page 197 of 628 pages When Image file is Selected Set Image File Path and Image Layout, then click OK.
Page 198 Changing Background Page 198 of 628 pages Note See Help for details on how to set the background in the Change Background dialog box. Page top...
Page 199 Adding Photos Page 199 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Adding Photos Adding Photos You can add images to pages. Select the page you want to add photos in the Edit screen, then click (Add Image).
Page 200 Swapping Positions of Photos Page 200 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Swapping Positions of Photos Swapping Positions of Photos You can swap the positions of images. Click (Swap Image Positions) in the Edit screen.
Page 201 Replacing Photos Page 201 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Replacing Photos Replacing Photos You can replace an image with another image. Select the image you want to replace in the Edit screen, then click (Replace Selected Image).
Page 202 Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos Page 202 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos You can adjust the position, angle and size of images.
Page 203 Cropping Photos Page 203 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Cropping Photos Cropping Photos Cropping an image is the act of removing the unnecessary portions of the image by selecting the necessary portions.
Page 204 Framing Photos Page 204 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Framing Photos Framing Photos You can add frames to images. Important You cannot add frames to images in Photo Print, Stickers, and Layout Print.
Page 205 Printing Dates on Photos Page 205 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Printing Dates on Photos Printing Dates on Photos You can print dates on images. Select the image you want to print the date in the Edit screen and click (Edit Image) or double-click the image.
Page 206 Attaching Comments to Photos Page 206 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Attaching Comments to Photos Attaching Comments to Photos You can attach comments to images and display them in your album. The photo name, shooting date and comments are displayed (from top to bottom) in a comment box.
Page 207 Attaching Comments to Photos Page 207 of 628 pages Page top...
Page 208 Adding Text to Photos Page 208 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Adding Text to Photos Adding Text to Photos You can add text to photos. Click (Add Text) in the Edit screen and drag the mouse over the area in which you want to add text.
Page 209 Saving Page 209 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Saving Saving You can save edited items. Click Save in the Edit or Print Settings screen. Note The screens for Album printing are used as examples in the following descriptions.
Page 210 Setting Holidays Page 210 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Setting Holidays Setting Holidays You can add holidays to your calendar. Click Set Holidays...
Page 211 Setting Holidays Page 211 of 628 pages See Help for details on each dialog box. Page top...
Page 212 Setting Calendar Display Page 212 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Appendix 1: Easy- Advanced Guide PhotoPrint EX Settings > Setting Calendar Display Setting Calendar Display You can customize the calendar display (fonts, lines, colors, position, size, etc.). Click Settings...
Page 213 Printing with Other Application Software Page 213 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software Advanced Guide Printing with Other Application Software Various Printing Methods Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Overview of the Printer Driver Page top...
Page 214 Various Printing Methods Page 214 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software Advanced Guide > Various Printing Methods Various Printing Methods Printing with Easy Setup Setting a Page Size and Orientation Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Setting the Stapling Margin Borderless Printing Fit-to-Page Printing...
Page 215 Printing with Easy Setup Page 215 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Printing with Easy Setup Printing with Easy Setup The procedure for setting the basic print setup, which is necessary to print data properly with this machine, is as follows: Open the printer driver setup window...
Page 216 Setting a Page Size and Orientation Page 216 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Setting a Page Size and Orientation Setting a Page Size and Orientation The paper size and orientation are essentially determined by the application.
Page 217 Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Page 217 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Default Setting Print from Last Page Collate...
Page 218 Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Page 218 of 628 pages If your application has the same function, make the settings with the application. If you specify the number of copies and the printing order with both the application and this printer driver, the number of copies may be multiplied numbers of the two settings or the specified printing order may not be enabled.
Page 219 Setting the Stapling Margin Page 219 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Setting the Stapling Margin Setting the Stapling Margin The procedure for setting the stapling direction and the width of the stapling margin is as follows: Open the printer driver setup window Specify the side to be stapled...
Page 220 Setting the Stapling Margin Page 220 of 628 pages Poster Printing or Booklet Printing is selected for Page Layout. Scaled Printing is selected for Page Layout (If Duplex Printing is also selected, only Staple Side is selectable). Borderless Printing check box is checked (If Duplex Printing is also selected, only Staple Side is selectable).
Page 221 Borderless Printing Page 221 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Borderless Printing 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 222 Borderless Printing Page 222 of 628 pages It is recommended to set the slider at the second position from the right for most cases. Important If you set the slider at the rightmost position, the back side of the paper may become smudged. Complete the setup Click OK.
Page 223 Fit-to-Page Printing Page 223 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Fit- Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods to-Page Printing Fit-to-Page Printing The procedure for printing document, which is enlarged or reduced to fit to the page size, is as follows: Open the printer driver setup window Set fit-to-page printing...
Page 224 Fit-to-Page Printing Page 224 of 628 pages Complete the setup Click OK. When you execute print, the document will be enlarged or reduced to fit to the page size. Important When Borderless Printing check box is checked, Fit-to-Page Printing cannot be selected. Page top...
Page 225 Scaled Printing Page 225 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Scaled Printing Scaled Printing The procedure for printing a document with pages enlarged or reduced is as follows: Open the printer driver setup window Set scaled printing...
Page 226 Scaled Printing Page 226 of 628 pages Specify a scaling factor Directly type in a value into the Scaling box. The current settings are displayed in the Settings Preview on the left side of the printer driver. Complete the setup Click OK.
Page 227 Page Layout Printing Page 227 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Page Layout Printing Page Layout Printing The page layout printing function allows you to print more than one page image on a single sheet of paper.
Page 228 Page Layout Printing Page 228 of 628 pages Pages To increase the number of pages to be included on a single sheet of paper, select a desired number of pages from the list. Page Order To change the page arrangement order, select an icon from the list to change the page placement order.
Page 229 Poster Printing Page 229 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Poster Printing Poster Printing The poster printing function allows you to enlarge image data, divide it into several pages, and print these pages on separate sheets of paper.
Page 230 Poster Printing Page 230 of 628 pages Image Divisions Select the number of divisions (vertical x horizontal) from the Image Divisions list. As the number of divisions increases, the number of sheets used for printing increases, allowing you to create a larger poster.
Page 231 Poster Printing Page 231 of 628 pages Note Click the deleted pages to display them again. Right-click the Settings Preview to select Print all pages or Delete all pages. Complete the setup After completing the page selection, click OK. When you execute print, only specified pages will be printed. Important When Poster Printing is selected, the Duplex Printing and Print from Last Page check boxes and the Staple Side list box appear grayed out and are unavailable.
Page 232 Booklet Printing Page 232 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Booklet Printing Booklet Printing The booklet printing function allows you to print data for a booklet. Data is printed on both sides of the paper.
Page 233 Booklet Printing Page 233 of 628 pages Insert blank page To leave one side of a sheet blank, check Insert blank page check box, and select the page to be left blank. Margin Enter the margin width. The specified width from the center of the sheet becomes the margin for one page.
Page 234 Duplex Printing Page 234 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Duplex Printing Duplex Printing The procedure for printing data on both sides of a sheet of paper is as follows: Open the printer driver setup window Set duplex printing...
Page 235 Duplex Printing Page 235 of 628 pages Duplex Printing is unavailable when: A media type other than Plain Paper is selected from the Media Type list. Poster Printing is selected from the Page Layout list. When Booklet Printing is selected from the Page Layout list, Duplex Printing and Staple Side appear grayed out and are unavailable.
Page 236 Stamp/Background Printing Page 236 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Stamp/Background Printing Stamp/Background Printing This feature is unavailable when the 64-bit printer driver is used. The Stamp function allows you to print a stamp text or a bitmap over or behind document data.
Page 237 Stamp/Background Printing Page 237 of 628 pages Note The stamp is given priority because the stamp is printed over the document data in the sections where the stamp and the document data overlap. If the Place stamp over text check box is unchecked, the stamp is printed behind the document data and may be hidden in the overlapping sections depending on the application used.
Page 238 Saving a Stamp Setting Page 238 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Stamp/Background Printing > Saving a Stamp Setting Saving a Stamp Setting This feature is unavailable when the 64-bit printer driver is used. You can create and save a new stamp.
Page 239 Saving a Stamp Setting Page 239 of 628 pages Configure the stamp while viewing the preview window Stamp tab Select Text or Bitmap with Stamp Type. When registering a text, the characters must already be entered in Stamp Text. Change the True Type Font, Style, Size, and Outline settings, as necessary.
Page 240 Saving a Stamp Setting Page 240 of 628 pages Click OK. The Stamp/Background dialog box opens again. The registered title appears in the Stamp list. Deleting an unnecessary stamp Click Define Stamp... in the Stamp/Background dialog box The Stamp Settings dialog box opens. Select the stamp to be deleted Select the title of the stamp you want to delete from the Stamps list on the Save settings tab.
Page 241 Saving Image Data to be Used as a Background Page 241 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Stamp/Background Printing > Saving Image Data to be Used as a Background Saving Image Data to be Used as a Background This feature is unavailable when the 64-bit printer driver is used.
Page 242 Saving Image Data to be Used as a Background Page 242 of 628 pages Select the image data to be registered to the background Click Select File..Select the target image data (bitmap file), and then click Open. Specify the following settings while viewing the preview window Layout Method Select how the background image data is to be placed.
Page 243 Saving Image Data to be Used as a Background Page 243 of 628 pages Deleting an unnecessary background Click Select Background... in the Stamp/Background dialog box The Background Settings dialog box opens. Select the background to be deleted Select the title of the background you want to delete from the Backgrounds list on the Save settings tab, and then click Delete.
Page 244 Printing an Envelope Page 244 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Printing an Envelope Printing an Envelope For details on how to load an envelope into the machine, refer to the "Loading Envelopes" in the manual: Basic Guide.
Page 245 Set the preview Check the Preview before printing check box on the Main tab. Complete the setup Click OK. The Canon IJ Preview will start and the print result will be displayed before printing. Related Topic Canon IJ Preview Page top...
Page 246 Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) Page 246 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) You can specify the height and width of paper if its size cannot be selected in Page Size. Such a paper size is called a custom size.
Page 247 Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) Page 247 of 628 pages Page top...
Page 248 Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Page 248 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Specifying Color Correction...
Page 249 Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Page 249 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method You can set the print quality level and the halftoning method.
Page 250 Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Page 250 of 628 pages Halftones refer to color shades between the darkest color and the brightest color. The printer replaces the color shades with a collection of small dots to express the halftones. Dither arranges the dots according to fixed rules to express the halftones.
Page 251 Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Page 251 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Printing a Color Document in Monochrome The procedure for printing a color document in monochrome is as follows: Open the...
Page 252 You can specify the color correction method suited to the type of document to be printed. Normally, the printer driver adjusts the colors by using Canon Digital Photo Color so that data is printed with color tints that most people prefer. This method is suitable for printing sRGB data.
Page 253 Page 253 of 628 pages Driver Matching By using Canon Digital Photo Color, you can print sRGB data with color tints that most people prefer. Driver Matching is the default setting for Color Correction. You can print by using the color space of sRGB or Adobe RGB data effectively.
Page 254 There are two typical printing methods. Check the color space (Adobe RGB or sRGB) of the image data and the application software to be used, and then select the printing method suited to your purpose. To print using Canon Digital Photo Color Target data: sRGB data Printing method:...
Page 255 You can specify the color correction function of the printer driver to print sRGB data with color tints that most people prefer (through the use of Canon Digital Photo Color). The procedure for adjusting colors with the printer driver is as follows:...
Page 256 Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver Page 256 of 628 pages Set the other items If necessary, click Color Adjustment tab, and adjust the color balance of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and adjust Brightness, Intensity, and Contrast settings, and then click OK. Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab.
Page 257 Printing image data from the application software that can specify an ICC profile When using Adobe Photoshop, Canon Digital Photo Professional, or any other application software that allows you to specify an ICC profile, you can use the color management system (ICM) found in Windows when printing the data.
Page 258 When you execute print, the printer uses the color space of the image data. Important If you print an image by specifying an individually created profile or a profile for special Canon paper in an application software, select None from the Color Correction menu of the printer driver.
Page 259 Printing with ICC Profiles Page 259 of 628 pages Select the print quality Select High, Standard, or Fast for Print Quality. Select the manual color adjustment Select Manual for Color/Intensity, and click Set..Manual Color Adjustment dialog box opens. Select color correction Click Matching tab, and select ICM for Color Correction.
Page 260 Printing with ICC Profiles Page 260 of 628 pages Page top...
Page 261 Adjusting Color Balance Page 261 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Color Balance You can adjust the color tints during 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 262 Adjusting Color Balance Page 262 of 628 pages Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab. When you execute print, the document is printed with the adjusted color balance. Important When the Grayscale Printing check box on the Main tab is checked, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow appear grayed out and are unavailable.
Page 263: Adjusting Brightness
Adjusting Brightness Page 263 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Brightness 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 264 Adjusting Brightness Page 264 of 628 pages Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab. When you execute print, the data is printed at the specified brightness. Related Topics Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Intensity...
Page 265 Adjusting Intensity Page 265 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Intensity You can dilute (brighten) or intensify (darken) the colors of the overall image data during printing. If you want to sharpen the print results, you should intensify the colors.
Page 266 Adjusting Intensity Page 266 of 628 pages Important Adjust the slider gradually. Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab. When you execute print, the image data is printed with the adjusted intensity. Related Topics Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness...
Page 267: Adjusting Contrast
Adjusting Contrast Page 267 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Contrast 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 268 Adjusting Contrast Page 268 of 628 pages Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab. When you execute print, the image is printed with the adjusted contrast. Related Topics Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness...
Page 269 Simulating an Illustration Page 269 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Simulating an Illustration Simulating an Illustration With the Simulate Illustration function, you can print full-color or 256-color image data so that it looks like a hand-drawn illustration.
Page 270 Representing Image Data with a Single Color Page 270 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Representing Image Data with a Single Color Representing Image Data with a Single Color With the Monochrome Effects function, you can benefit from coloring effects such as changing a photograph to a sepia tone image.
Page 271 Presenting Image Data with Vivid Colors Page 271 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Presenting Image Data with Vivid Colors Presenting Image Data with Vivid Colors The Vivid Photo function allows you to print image data with vivid colors.
Page 272 Smoothing Jagged Outlines Page 272 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Smoothing Jagged Outlines Smoothing Jagged Outlines The Image Optimizer function allows you to smooth jagged outlines in photos and graphics that have been enlarged with your application.
Page 273 Changing Color Properties to Improve Coloration Page 273 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Changing Color Properties to Improve Coloration Changing Color Properties to Improve Coloration The Photo Optimizer PRO function corrects colors of digital camera images or scanned images.
Page 274 Changing Color Properties to Improve Coloration Page 274 of 628 pages Note Depending on images, the Photo Optimizer PRO may have no discernible effect. Page top...
Page 275 Reducing Photo Noise Page 275 of 628 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Reducing Photo Noise Reducing Photo Noise With the Photo Noise Reduction function, you can reduce the digital camera noise and improve the image quality of the digital print.
Page 276 Advanced Guide Overview of the Printer Driver > Overview of the Printer Driver Overview of the Printer Driver Canon IJ Printer Driver How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window Maintenance Tab Canon IJ Status Monitor The Canon IJ Preview...
Page 277 The Canon IJ printer driver converts the print data created by your Windows application into data that your printer can understand and sends the converted data to the printer. Because the format of print data varies depending on the your model, you need to have a Canon IJ printer driver for the specific model you are using.
Page 278: Open The Print Dialog Box
Advanced Guide Overview of the Printer Driver > Canon IJ Printer Driver > How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window The printer driver setup window can be displayed through the application software in use or the Start menu of the Windows.
Page 279 Printing with Other Application Software > Advanced Guide Overview of the Printer Driver > Canon IJ Printer Driver > Maintenance Tab Maintenance Tab The Maintenance tab allows you to perform machine maintenance or change the settings of the machine. Features...
Page 280 Canon IJ Status Monitor The Canon IJ Status Monitor is an application software that shows the status of the printer and the progress of printing on the Windows screen. You will know the status of the printer with graphics, icons, and messages.
Page 281 > The Canon IJ Preview The Canon IJ Preview The Canon IJ Preview is an application software that displays what the print result will look like before a document is actually printed. The preview reflects the information that is set within the printer driver and allows you to check the document layout, print sequence, and number of pages.
Page 282 Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Page 282 of 628 pages > Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Advanced Guide Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Copying Page top...
Page 283 Copying Page 283 of 628 pages > Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine > Copying Advanced Guide Copying Making Copies Using Useful Copy Functions Page top...
Page 284 Making Copies Page 284 of 628 pages > Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine > Copying > Making Copies Advanced Guide Making Copies Copying For the basic procedure to make copies, refer to Reducing or Enlarging a Copy Using Useful Copy Functions Page top...
Page 285 Reducing or Enlarging a Copy Page 285 of 628 pages > Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine > Copying > Making Copies > Reducing or Enlarging Advanced Guide a Copy Reducing or Enlarging a Copy Make sure that the machine is turned on. Load plain paper on the Rear Tray.
Page 286 Reducing or Enlarging a Copy Page 286 of 628 pages the Stop/Reset button to release the error. To cancel copying, press the Stop/Reset button. Page top...
Page 287 Using Useful Copy Functions Page 287 of 628 pages > Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine > Copying Advanced Guide > Using Useful Copy Functions Using Useful Copy Functions Borderless Copy You can copy images so that they fill the entire page without borders. Copying without Borders (Borderless Copy) Page top...
Page 288 Switching the Page Size between A4 and Letter Page 288 of 628 pages > Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine > Copying > > Advanced Guide Using Useful Copy Functions Switching the Page Size between A4 and Letter Switching the Page Size between A4 and Letter You can switch the size of paper loaded on the Rear Tray between A4 and Letter.
Page 289 Copying without Borders (Borderless Copy) Page 289 of 628 pages > Printing Using the Operation Panel of the Machine > Copying > > Advanced Guide Using Useful Copy Functions Copying without Borders (Borderless Copy) Copying without Borders (Borderless Copy) You can copy images so that they fill the entire page without borders. Load photo paper on the Rear Tray.
Page 290 Scanning Page 290 of 628 pages Advanced Guide > Scanning Scanning Scanning Images Scanning with the Bundled Application Software Scanning with Other Application Software Other Scanning Methods Page top...
Page 291 Scanning Images Page 291 of 628 pages > > Scanning Images Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning Images Scanning Images Before Scanning Placing Documents Saving Scanned Data to PC Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Appendix: Various Scan Settings Page top...
Page 292 Scanning Images Page 292 of 628 pages > > Scanning Images > Scanning Images Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning Images You can scan images from the machine to a computer without printing them and save them in popular image data, such as JPEG, TIFF, bitmap, or PDF. You can also save scanned images in PDF format on the memory card (MP260 series).
Page 293 Before Scanning Page 293 of 628 pages > > Scanning Images Advanced Guide Scanning > Before Scanning Before Scanning Before scanning images, confirm the following: Does the original to be scanned meet the requirements for an original to be set on the Platen Glass? If you save the data to PC, refer to Placing Documents for details.
Page 294 Placing Documents Page 294 of 628 pages > > Scanning Images > Placing Documents Advanced Guide Scanning Placing Documents Learn how to place documents on the machine's Platen. Place documents correctly according to the type of document to be scanned. Otherwise, documents may not be scanned correctly. Important Close the Document Cover when scanning documents.
Page 295 Placing Documents Page 295 of 628 pages Note You can place up to 10 documents. Positions of slanted documents (10 degrees or less) are corrected automatically. Top of Page...
Page 296 Saving Scanned Data to PC Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Page 296 of 628 pages > > Scanning Images > Saving Scanned Data to PC Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Advanced Guide Scanning Saving Scanned Data to PC Using the Operation Panel of the Machine You can scan images using the Operation Panel of the Machine.
Page 297 Saving Scanned Data to PC Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Page 297 of 628 pages ScanGear enables you to scan originals with advanced settings such as the resolution. Scanning with Advanced Settings Using ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Note You can use a TWAIN- or WIA- (Windows Vista and Windows XP only) compliant application software and the Control Panel (Windows Vista and Windows XP only) to scan originals with this machine.
Page 298 Appendix: Various Scan Settings Page 298 of 628 pages > > Scanning Images > Appendix: Various Scan Settings Advanced Guide Scanning Appendix: Various Scan Settings Specifying how to respond when scanning using the Operation Panel of the machine Selecting a Response to Commands from the Operation Panel Using MP Navigator EX Top of Page...
Page 299 Selecting a Response to Commands from the Operation Panel Using MP N... Page 299 of 628 pages > > Scanning Images > Appendix: Various Scan Settings Advanced Guide Scanning > Selecting a Response to Commands from the Operation Panel Using MP Navigator EX Selecting a Response to Commands from the Operation Panel Using MP Navigator EX MP Navigator EX enables you to specify the response resulting from pressing the Color Start or Black...
Page 300 Selecting a Response to Commands from the Operation Panel Using MP N... Page 300 of 628 pages Note See the section below for details. Scanner Button Settings Tab (Save) Click OK. The operation will be performed according to the settings when you press the Color Start or Black Start button on the machine.
Page 301 Scanning with the Bundled Application Software Page 301 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with the Bundled Application Software What Is MP Navigator EX (Supplied Scanner Software)? Let's Try Scanning Useful MP Navigator EX Functions Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX MP Navigator EX Screens Appendix: Opening Files Other than Scanned Images...
Page 302 What Is MP Navigator EX (Supplied Scanner Software)? Page 302 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > What Is MP Navigator EX (Supplied Advanced Guide Scanning Scanner Software)? What Is MP Navigator EX (Supplied Scanner Software)? MP Navigator EX is an application that enables you to easily scan photos and documents.
Page 303 What Is MP Navigator EX (Supplied Scanner Software)? Page 303 of 628 pages (1) Thumbnail Window Thumbnails of scanned images are displayed. (2) Settings and Operation Buttons Customize scan settings, start scanning, save, etc. (3) Selected Images Area Thumbnails of the selected images are displayed. View &...
Page 304 Let's Try Scanning Page 304 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide Scanning > Let's Try Scanning Let's Try Scanning Try scanning using MP Navigator EX. Starting MP Navigator EX Starting MP Navigator EX Scanning documents, photos, magazines, etc.
Page 305 MP Navigator EX 2.0 icon on the desktop. MP Navigator EX starts. Note Alternatively, from the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > MP Navigator EX 2.0 > MP Navigator EX 2.0. Switching between Navigation Mode screen and One-click Mode screen Click at the bottom left of the screen.
Page 306 Starting MP Navigator EX Page 306 of 628 pages Note Select the Show this window at startup checkbox in the Navigation Mode screen to always open the Navigation Mode screen at startup. If this checkbox is not selected, the last used screen appears at startup.
Page 307 Scanning Photos and Documents Page 307 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Scanning Let's Try Scanning > Scanning Photos and Documents Scanning Photos and Documents Scan photos and documents placed on the Platen. Start MP Navigator EX and open the Navigation Mode screen.
Page 308 Scanning Photos and Documents Page 308 of 628 pages Note If the document is large (such as an A4 photo) and cannot be placed away from the edges/ arrow of the Platen, specify the document size in the Scan Settings dialog box. Click Scan.
Page 309 Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time Page 309 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Scanning Let's Try Scanning > Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time You can scan two or more photos (small documents) at one time by setting Document Size to Auto Detect (Multiple Documents) in the Scan Settings dialog box of MP Navigator EX.
Page 310 Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time Page 310 of 628 pages Click Specify..Scan Settings Dialog Box (Photos/Documents) opens. Select Auto Detect (Multiple Documents) for Document Size and click OK. Return to the Scan/Import window and click Scan. Multiple documents are scanned at one time. When scanning is completed, the Scan Complete dialog box opens.
Page 311 Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time Page 311 of 628 pages Edit the scanned images as required. Use Edit Tools to rotate images, select a part of an image, etc. See the Edit Tools in " Photos/Documents (Platen) Screen (Scan/Import Window) "...
Page 312 Scanning Images Larger than the Platen (Stitch Assist) Page 312 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > > Scanning Images Advanced Guide Scanning Let's Try Scanning Larger than the Platen (Stitch Assist) Scanning Images Larger than the Platen (Stitch Assist) Stitch Assist allows you to scan the left and right halves of a large document separately and combine the scanned images back into one image.
Page 313 Scanning Images Larger than the Platen (Stitch Assist) Page 313 of 628 pages Select Stitch Assist for Document Size, then specify Scanning Resolution as required. Return to the Scan/Import window and click Scan. The Stitch-assist window opens. Place the left half of the document face-down on the Platen. Click Scan.
Page 314 Scanning Images Larger than the Platen (Stitch Assist) Page 314 of 628 pages The right half of the document is scanned. Adjust the scanned image as required. Use the icons to swap the left and right halves, rotate the image 180 degrees or enlarge/reduce the image.
Page 315 Scanning Images Larger than the Platen (Stitch Assist) Page 315 of 628 pages The combined image appears in the Thumbnail window. When scanning is completed, the Scan Complete dialog box opens. Select Scan or Exit. Select Scan to scan the next document, or select Exit to end. Save the scanned images.
Page 316 Easy Scanning with One-click Page 316 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Scanning Let's Try Scanning > Easy Scanning with One-click Easy Scanning with One-click You can complete from scanning to saving at one time by simply clicking the corresponding icon. Place the document on the Platen.
Page 317 Easy Scanning with One-click Page 317 of 628 pages Click the corresponding icon. Note See the corresponding sections below for details on each icon. Custom Scan with One-click Tab One-click Mode Screen Top of Page...
Page 318 Useful MP Navigator EX Functions Page 318 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Useful MP Navigator EX Functions Advanced Guide Scanning Useful MP Navigator EX Functions With MP Navigator EX, you can correct/enhance scanned images beautifully, and search saved images quickly.
Page 319 Correcting/Enhancing Images Automatically Page 319 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Useful MP Navigator EX Functions > Advanced Guide Scanning Correcting/Enhancing Images Automatically Correcting/Enhancing Images Automatically MP Navigator EX will analyze and correct/enhance scanned images automatically. Scan documents into MP Navigator EX and save them, then open the View &...
Page 320 Correcting/Enhancing Images Automatically Page 320 of 628 pages Note If you selected only one image in the View & Use window, the thumbnail list does not appear and only the preview image appears. Make sure that Auto is selected. Click Auto Photo Fix, Face Sharpener or Digital Face Smoothing. Auto Photo Fix Analyzes the image and makes suitable corrections automatically.
Page 321 Correcting/Enhancing Images Automatically Page 321 of 628 pages Note Click Reset Selected Image to undo the correction/enhancement. Select the Apply to all images checkbox to correct/enhance all selected images. Click Save Selected Image or Save All Corrected Images. You can save corrected/enhanced images as new files. Note To save only the images you like, select them and click Save Selected Image.
Page 322 Correcting/Enhancing Images Manually Page 322 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Useful MP Navigator EX Functions > Advanced Guide Scanning Correcting/Enhancing Images Manually Correcting/Enhancing Images Manually You can correct/enhance scanned images manually. Scan documents into MP Navigator EX and save them, then open the View & Use window from the Navigation Mode screen and select the photos you want to correct/ enhance.
Page 323 Correcting/Enhancing Images Manually Page 323 of 628 pages Note If you selected only one image in the View & Use window, the thumbnail list does not appear and only the preview image appears. Click Manual, then click Correct/Enhance. Click Face Brightener, Face Sharpener, Digital Face Smoothing or Blemish Remover.
Page 324 Correcting/Enhancing Images Manually Page 324 of 628 pages The portion in and around the selected area is corrected/enhanced and appears on the upper left of the thumbnail. Note For Face Brightener, Face Sharpener and Digital Face Smoothing, you can drag to rotate the rectangle.
Page 325 Adjusting Images Page 325 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Useful MP Navigator EX Functions > Advanced Guide Scanning Adjusting Images Adjusting Images You can make fine adjustments to the overall brightness, contrast, etc. of images. Scan documents into MP Navigator EX and save them, then open the View &...
Page 326 Adjusting Images Page 326 of 628 pages Note If you selected only one image in the View & Use window, the thumbnail list does not appear and only the preview image appears. Click Manual, then click Adjust. Move the slider of the item you want to adjust and set the effect level. Brightness...
Page 327 Adjusting Images Page 327 of 628 pages Adjusts the overall image brightness. Adjust the brightness when the image is too dark or too bright. Move the slider to the left to darken and right to brighten the image. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the image. Adjust the contrast when the image is flat due to lack of contrast.
Page 328 Searching Images Page 328 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Useful MP Navigator EX Functions > Advanced Guide Scanning Searching Images Searching Images In the View & Use window of the Navigation Mode screen, you can search images saved on your computer and open them in MP Navigator EX.
Page 329 Searching Images Page 329 of 628 pages Search in If you know where to look for, select the drive, folder or network from Specify Folder. File Name If you know the file name, enter it. A word or phrase in the file Enter a word or phrase included in the items selected in More Advanced Options.
Page 330 Searching Images Page 330 of 628 pages Text in password-protected PDF files cannot be searched. Search subfolders Select this checkbox to search subfolders. Case sensitive Select this checkbox to match case. Match all criteria Searches for files that meet all the specified criteria. Match any criteria Searches for files that meet any of the specified criteria.
Page 331 Classifying Images into Categories Page 331 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Useful MP Navigator EX Functions > Advanced Guide Scanning Classifying Images into Categories Classifying Images into Categories You can display images scanned with MP Navigator EX by category. Unclassified images can be classified automatically, and you can also create custom categories.
Page 332 Classifying Images into Categories Page 332 of 628 pages the next time, the images are classified to Unclassified. Note Click Classify Images to classify images displayed in Unclassified automatically. Click Cancel to stop. Some images may not be detected correctly and classified to wrong category. Drag and drop an image to move it from one category to another.
Page 333 Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX Page 333 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX Advanced Guide Scanning Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX You can save or print scanned images using MP Navigator EX. Saving scanned images to computer Saving Saving scanned image as PDF Files...
Page 334 Saving Page 334 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX > Advanced Guide Scanning Saving Saving Save images scanned with MP Navigator EX to a computer. Select the checkboxes of the images you want to save, then click Save. In the Save dialog box, specify the save settings.
Page 335 Saving Page 335 of 628 pages Printing Photos Sending via E-mail Editing Files Top of Page...
Page 336 Saving as PDF Files Page 336 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX > Advanced Guide Scanning Saving as PDF Files Saving as PDF Files Save images scanned with MP Navigator EX as PDF files. Select the checkboxes of the images you want to save, then click Save as PDF file.
Page 337 Saving as PDF Files Page 337 of 628 pages PDF(Add Page) Add the scanned images to a PDF file. The images are added to the end of the PDF file. You cannot rearrange the pages of the PDF file to which the images are added. Important Images can only be added to PDF files created with MP Navigator EX.
Page 338 Creating/Editing PDF Files Page 338 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX > Advanced Guide Scanning Creating/Editing PDF Files Creating/Editing PDF Files Create/edit PDF files. You can add/delete pages, rearrange page order, etc. Scan documents into MP Navigator EX and save them, then open the View &...
Page 339 Creating/Editing PDF Files Page 339 of 628 pages Note You can add PDF, JPEG, TIFF and BMP files. When adding a password-protected PDF file, you will be prompted to enter the password. Rearrange the page order as required. Use the icons to rearrange the order. Alternatively, drag and drop the thumbnail to the target location. Note See "...
Page 340 Creating/Editing PDF Files Page 340 of 628 pages Use the application to edit/print the file. For details, refer to the application's manual. Important In some applications, the commands (print, edit, etc.) restricted by Permissions Password may differ from those in MP Navigator EX. Top of Page...
Page 341 Printing Documents Page 341 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX > Advanced Guide Scanning Printing Documents Printing Documents You can print multiple scanned images at one time, print at specific quality, etc. using MP Navigator EX. Scan documents into MP Navigator EX and save them, then open the View &...
Page 342 Printing Documents Page 342 of 628 pages Important At 100% Normal-size, some images may be printed small or with some portions cropped. In that case, select Auto to resize the print in proportion to the paper size. Note See " Print Document Dialog Box "...
Page 343 Printing Photos Page 343 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX > Advanced Guide Scanning Printing Photos Printing Photos You can print scanned photos using MP Navigator EX or an application that accompanies the machine. Scan documents into MP Navigator EX and save them, then open the View &...
Page 344 Printing Photos Page 344 of 628 pages Note See " Print Photo Dialog Box " for details. Click Print. Printing starts. Note To cancel while spooling, click Cancel. To cancel while printing, select the printer icon on the taskbar and click Cancel Printing. Top of Page...
Page 345 Sending via E-mail Page 345 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX > Advanced Guide Scanning Sending via E-mail Sending via E-mail Send scanned images via e-mail. Important MP Navigator EX is compatible with the following e-mail software programs: - Windows Mail (Windows Vista) - Outlook Express (Windows XP/Windows 2000) - Microsoft Outlook...
Page 346 Sending via E-mail Page 346 of 628 pages Important You can select a compression type when sending JPEG images via e-mail. Click Set... to open a dialog box and select High(Low Compression), Standard or Low(High Compression). Note See " Send via E-mail Dialog Box "...
Page 347 Editing Files Page 347 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX > Advanced Guide Scanning Editing Files Editing Files You can edit scanned images using MP Navigator EX, or convert them to text using an application that accompanies the machine.
Page 348 Editing Files Page 348 of 628 pages Select images and click Edit/Convert, then click Convert to text file on the list. NotePad starts and editable text appears. Note Text displayed in NotePad is for guidance only and may not be as accurate as text converted with commercial OCR software.
Page 349 Setting Passwords for PDF Files Page 349 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX > Advanced Guide Scanning Setting Passwords for PDF Files Setting Passwords for PDF Files Set passwords for opening, editing and printing PDF files. You can set two passwords: one for opening the file and one for editing/printing it.
Page 350 Setting Passwords for PDF Files Page 350 of 628 pages The Password Security -Settings dialog box opens. Note You can also open the Password Security -Settings dialog box by clicking Set..., then selecting Password Security for Security in the PDF Settings dialog box. Select the Require a password to open the document or Use a password to restrict printing and editing of the document and its security settings checkbox, then enter a password.
Page 351 Setting Passwords for PDF Files Page 351 of 628 pages Permissions Password Re-enter the password and click OK. The Save as PDF file dialog box returns. Important If you close the Save as PDF file dialog box without clicking Save, the settings in the Password Security -Settings dialog box will be deleted.
Page 352 Opening/Editing Password-protected PDF Files Page 352 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Utilizing Images in MP Navigator EX > Advanced Guide Scanning Opening/Editing Password-protected PDF Files Opening/Editing Password-protected PDF Files Enter a password to open or edit/print password-protected PDF files. Password entry method varies by operation.
Page 353 Opening/Editing Password-protected PDF Files Page 353 of 628 pages The Password dialog box opens. Enter the password and click OK. The PDF file opens in the Zoom in dialog box. Important To reopen the file after closing the Zoom in dialog box, re-enter the password. Entering a Password (Permissions Password) to Edit or Print a File In the View &...
Page 354 Opening/Editing Password-protected PDF Files Page 354 of 628 pages In the Password dialog box, you will be prompted to enter a password. Important If the Document Open Password is set as well, the Document Open Password will be required, then the Permissions Password will be required. Enter the password and click OK.
Page 355 MP Navigator EX Screens Page 355 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning MP Navigator EX Screens Learn about the screens and functions of MP Navigator EX. Navigation Mode Screen Scan/Import Documents or Images Tab View &...
Page 356 Navigation Mode Screen Page 356 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > Advanced Guide Scanning Navigation Mode Screen Navigation Mode Screen This is one of the startup screens of MP Navigator EX. Point to the icon at the top of the screen to display each tab.
Page 357 Scan/Import Documents or Images Tab Page 357 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Scan/ Import Documents or Images Tab Scan/Import Documents or Images Tab Point to Scan/Import in the Navigation Mode screen to display the Scan/Import Documents or Images tab.
Page 358 View Use Images on your Computer Tab Page 358 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > View & Advanced Guide Scanning Use Images on your Computer Tab View & Use Images on your Computer Tab Point to View &...
Page 359 View Use Images on your Computer Tab Page 359 of 628 pages (Guide) Click to open this guide. Related Topic Opening Images Saved on a Computer Top of Page...
Page 360 Custom Scan with One-click Tab Page 360 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > Custom Advanced Guide Scanning Scan with One-click Tab Custom Scan with One-click Tab Point to One-click in the Navigation Mode screen to display the Custom Scan with One-click tab. You can complete from scanning to saving at one time by simply clicking the corresponding icon.
Page 361 Custom Scan with One-click Tab Page 361 of 628 pages (Switch Mode) Switch to One-click Mode and the One-click Mode screen opens. One-click Mode Screen Show this window at startup Select this checkbox to open the Main Menu at startup. If this checkbox is not selected, the last used screen appears.
Page 362 Photos/Documents (Platen) Screen (Scan/Import Window) Page 362 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > Photos/ Advanced Guide Scanning Documents (Platen) Screen (Scan/Import Window) Photos/Documents (Platen) Screen (Scan/Import Window) Point to Scan/Import in the Navigation Mode screen and click Photos/Documents (Platen). Open this window to scan documents from the Platen.
Page 363 Photos/Documents (Platen) Screen (Scan/Import Window) Page 363 of 628 pages Specify... is not available if the Use the scanner driver checkbox is selected. Use the scanner driver Select this checkbox when you want to scan with ScanGear (scanner driver). Use ScanGear (scanner driver) to correct images and adjust colors when scanning documents.
Page 364 Photos/Documents (Platen) Screen (Scan/Import Window) Page 364 of 628 pages Inverts the target image (outlined in orange) horizontally. (Trimming) Trims the target image (outlined in orange) in the Thumbnail window. Trimming is the act of selecting the area you want to keep in a photo and discarding the rest. Click this button to open the Crop window and specify the trimming frame.
Page 365 Scan Settings Dialog Box (Photos/Documents) Page 365 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Scan Settings Dialog Box (Photos/Documents) Scan Settings Dialog Box (Photos/Documents) The Scan Settings dialog box opens when you click Specify... in the Scan/Import window. In the Scan Settings dialog box, you can make advanced scan settings.
Page 366 Scan Settings Dialog Box (Photos/Documents) Page 366 of 628 pages dots may interfere with each other and cause uneven gradation and a stripe pattern in the image. Descreen is the function for reducing this moire effect. Important You cannot select this checkbox when Document Type is Color Photo, Black and White Photo or Text(OCR).
Page 367 Scan Settings Dialog Box (Photos/Documents) Page 367 of 628 pages You cannot select this checkbox when Document Type is Color Photo, Black and White Photo. You cannot select this checkbox when Document Size is Stitch Assist. This function may not work properly depending on the document language. Only text documents written in languages that can be selected from Document Language are supported.
Page 368 Save Dialog Box Page 368 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Save Dialog Box Save Dialog Box The Save dialog box opens when you click Save in the Scan/Import window. In the Save dialog box, you can make settings for saving images to a computer.
Page 369 Save as PDF file Dialog Box Page 369 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Save as PDF file Dialog Box Save as PDF file Dialog Box In the Save as PDF file dialog box, you can make advanced settings for saving scanned images as PDF files.
Page 370 Save as PDF file Dialog Box Page 370 of 628 pages PDF(Multiple Pages) is displayed when multiple images are selected. PDF(Add Page) Add the scanned images to a PDF file. The images are added to the end of the PDF file. You cannot rearrange the pages of the PDF file to which the images are added.
Page 371 PDF Settings Dialog Box Page 371 of 628 pages > PDF > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning Settings Dialog Box PDF Settings Dialog Box In the PDF Settings dialog box, you can specify the PDF compression type and other advanced settings for creating PDF files.
Page 372 PDF Settings Dialog Box Page 372 of 628 pages The following images can be compressed with high efficiency. - Images with resolutions within the range of 75 dpi to 600 dpi. Security Set passwords for opening, editing and printing the created PDF files. Important Internet Explorer 5.5 Service Pack 2 or later is required to use this function.
Page 373 Memory Card Screen (Scan/Import Window) Page 373 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > Memory Advanced Guide Scanning Card Screen (Scan/Import Window) Memory Card Screen (Scan/Import Window) Point to Scan/Import in the Navigation Mode screen and click Memory Card, or click Memory Card in the Scan/Import window.
Page 374 Memory Card Screen (Scan/Import Window) Page 374 of 628 pages Preferences The Preferences dialog box opens. In the Preferences dialog box, you can make advanced settings to MP Navigator EX functions. Preferences Dialog Box (Guide) Click to open this guide. Edit Tools (Select All) Selects all images in the Thumbnail window.
Page 375 View Use Window Page 375 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > View & Advanced Guide Scanning Use Window View & Use Window In the Navigation Mode screen, point to View & Use and click My Box (Scanned/Imported Images), Specify Folder or Recently Saved Images.
Page 376 View Use Window Page 376 of 628 pages Displays all hard disks and folders in tree view. Select a folder to display images in the Thumbnail window to the right. Recently Saved Images Images that have been "Scanned/Imported", "Attached to E-mail" or "Sent to Application" recently are displayed in tree view by date.
Page 377 View Use Window Page 377 of 628 pages clicking it. You can check all pages when you select a PDF file. You can also check file information such as file name, date, size and security setting. A lock icon appears for PDF files with Document Open Password set. Note Opening/Editing Password-protected PDF Files "...
Page 378 View Use Window Page 378 of 628 pages Image: N The number of images classified into the category is displayed. (Selected: n) The number of images with the checkbox selected is displayed. Note This portion is displayed only when one or more images are selected. Open All Displays all images.
Page 379 Create/Edit PDF file Window Page 379 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > Create/ Advanced Guide Scanning Edit PDF file Window Create/Edit PDF file Window Click PDF in the View & Use window, then click Create/Edit PDF file on the list to open the Create/Edit PDF file window.
Page 380 Create/Edit PDF file Window Page 380 of 628 pages Cancels the latest change made. Reset Cancels all the changes made. Save Selected Pages Opens the Save as PDF file dialog box. Specify the save settings. Only the selected page is saved. Note When multiple pages are selected, a multiple-page PDF file is created.
Page 381 Print Document Dialog Box Page 381 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > Print Advanced Guide Scanning Document Dialog Box Print Document Dialog Box Click Print in the View & Use window, then click Print Document on the list to open the Print Document dialog box.
Page 382 Print Document Dialog Box Page 382 of 628 pages Auto Scale is adjusted automatically according to the detected paper width and the selected paper size. Image may be printed rotated 90 degrees depending on its size. Important At 100% Normal-size, some images may be printed small or with some portions cropped. In that case, select Auto to resize the print in proportion to the paper size.
Page 383 Print Photo Dialog Box Page 383 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > Print Advanced Guide Scanning Photo Dialog Box Print Photo Dialog Box Click Print in the View & Use window, then click Print Photo on the list to open the Print Photo dialog box. Important The Print Photo dialog box will not open if Easy-PhotoPrint EX is installed.
Page 384 Print Photo Dialog Box Page 384 of 628 pages Specify the print orientation. Important This setting is available only when Page Layout is Normal-size Printing. For others, the image is automatically rotated according to the aspect ratio of the paper. Copies Specify the number of copies to print.
Page 385 Send via E-mail Dialog Box Page 385 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Send via E-mail Dialog Box Send via E-mail Dialog Box Click Send in the View & Use window, then click Attach to E-mail on the list to open the Send via E-mail dialog box.
Page 386 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 386 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Correct/ Enhance Images Window Correct/Enhance Images Window Click (Image Correction/Enhancement) in the View & Use window or click Fix photo images in the Task Button area to open the Correct/Enhance Images window.
Page 387 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 387 of 628 pages Auto Photo Fix Applies automatic corrections suitable for photos. Face Sharpener Sharpens out-of-focus faces. You can adjust the effect level using the slider. Digital Face Smoothing Enhances skin beautifully by removing blemishes and wrinkles. You can adjust the effect level using the slider.
Page 388 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 388 of 628 pages Brightness Adjusts the overall image brightness. Move the slider to the left to darken and right to brighten the image. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the image. Adjust the contrast when the image is flat due to lack of contrast. Move the slider to the left to decrease and right to increase the contrast of the image.
Page 389 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 389 of 628 pages Face Brightener Corrects the entire image so that the selected facial area is brightened. You can adjust the effect level using the slider. Undo Cancels the latest correction. Face Sharpener Corrects the entire image to sharpen the face. You can specify the area you want to apply the effect to.
Page 390 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 390 of 628 pages the displayed window, drag the white frame to specify the trimming area. Move the mouse pointer inside the white frame and drag to move the trimming area. Note Place the main subjects along the broken white lines or at the intersections to create a balanced image.
Page 391 One-click Mode Screen Page 391 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > One-click Mode Screen One-click Mode Screen Click (Switch Mode) at the bottom left of the Navigation Mode screen to display the One-click Mode screen.
Page 392 One-click Mode Screen Page 392 of 628 pages Important The following restrictions apply when you scan with Document Type set to Auto Mode in the Save or Custom dialog box. Specify Document Type (other than Auto Mode) to extract the text in the image and convert to editable text after scanning.
Page 393 Save Dialog Box (One-click Mode Screen) Page 393 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Save Dialog Box (One-click Mode Screen) Save Dialog Box (One-click Mode Screen) Click Save to PC on the Custom Scan with One-click tab or click Save in the One-click Mode screen to open the Save dialog box.
Page 394 Save Dialog Box (One-click Mode Screen) Page 394 of 628 pages Important When you select Auto Detect, the image may not be scanned at the correct position and size. In that case, change the size to the actual document size (A4, Letter, etc.) and align a corner of the document with the corner at the arrow of the Platen.
Page 395 Save Dialog Box (One-click Mode Screen) Page 395 of 628 pages You can specify the file format in which to save images. Select a file format for Document and Photo each. When Save as type is JPEG/Exif You can specify a compression type for JPEG files. Select High(Low Compression), Standard or Low(High Compression).
Page 396 Save Dialog Box (One-click Mode Screen) Page 396 of 628 pages Scan Click to scan and save documents with the specified settings. When Save as type is Auto, a confirmation appears. Click Open Manual to open this guide (if it is installed).
Page 397 Scan Settings Dialog Box Page 397 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Scan Settings Dialog Box Scan Settings Dialog Box The Scan Settings dialog box opens when you click Specify... in the dialog box that opens when scanning from the One-click Mode screen or the Custom Scan with One-click tab.
Page 398 Scan Settings Dialog Box Page 398 of 628 pages Important When you select Auto Detect, the image may not be scanned at the correct position and size. In that case, change the size to the actual document size (A4, Letter, etc.) and align a corner of the document with the corner at the arrow of the Platen.
Page 399 Scan Settings Dialog Box Page 399 of 628 pages Note Scanning takes longer than usual when you enable Correct slanted document. Detect the orientation of text documents and rotate images Select this checkbox to detect the orientation of the document from the scanned text and rotate the scanned image to the correct orientation.
Page 400 Save Dialog Box Page 400 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Save Dialog Box Save Dialog Box The Save dialog box for specifying the image's file name and destination opens after you scan with Open the save dialog box after scanning the image (Input Exif information) selected in the Save dialog box that opens when you click Save to PC on the Custom Scan with One-click tab or Save in the One-click Mode screen.
Page 401 Save Dialog Box Page 401 of 628 pages When Save as type is JPEG/Exif You can specify a compression type for JPEG files. Select High(Low Compression), Standard or Low(High Compression). When Save as type is PDF, PDF(Multiple Pages) or PDF(Add Page) Make advanced settings for creating PDF files.
Page 402 Exif Settings Dialog Box Page 402 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > Exif Advanced Guide Scanning Settings Dialog Box Exif Settings Dialog Box You can input Exif information into a file to be saved. Exif is a standard format for embedding various shooting data in digital camera images (JPEG).
Page 403 PDF Dialog Box Page 403 of 628 pages > PDF > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning Dialog Box PDF Dialog Box Click Save as PDF file on the Custom Scan with One-click tab or click PDF in the One-click Mode screen to open the PDF dialog box.
Page 404 PDF Dialog Box Page 404 of 628 pages For Descreen, Unsharp Mask, etc., see the corresponding descriptions in " Scan Settings Dialog ." Save Settings Automatically save the image to your computer after scanning it Select this to save the images to your computer as specified after scanning them. Important If you select this function, you will not be able to set passwords for PDF files.
Page 405 PDF Dialog Box Page 405 of 628 pages Open with Specify an application with which to open scanned images. Drag and drop the icon of an application that supports the file format displayed in Save as type. The specified application starts after images are scanned.
Page 406 Save as PDF file Dialog Box Page 406 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Save as PDF file Dialog Box Save as PDF file Dialog Box The Save as PDF file dialog box opens when you scan from Save as PDF file on the Custom Scan with One-click tab or from PDF in the One-click Mode screen after selecting Open the save dialog box after scanning the image.
Page 407 Save as PDF file Dialog Box Page 407 of 628 pages Set... Make advanced settings for creating PDF files. See " PDF Settings Dialog Box " for details. Password security settings Select this checkbox to open the Password Security -Settings dialog box in which you can set passwords for opening, editing and printing created PDF files.
Page 408 Mail Dialog Box Page 408 of 628 pages > Mail > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning Dialog Box Mail Dialog Box Click Attach to E-mail on the Custom Scan with One-click tab or click Mail in the One-click Mode screen to open the Mail dialog box.
Page 409 Mail Dialog Box Page 409 of 628 pages For Document Type, Color Mode, Document Size and Scanning Resolution, the settings specified in the Mail dialog box are displayed. For Descreen, Unsharp Mask, etc., see the corresponding descriptions in " Scan Settings Dialog ."...
Page 410 Mail Dialog Box Page 410 of 628 pages Cancels the specified settings. The current dialog box closes. Defaults Returns all settings in the dialog box to their defaults. Scan Click to scan documents with the specified settings. When scanning is completed, the e-mail software program starts automatically and a new message window opens with the image attached.
Page 411 OCR Dialog Box Page 411 of 628 pages > OCR > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning Dialog Box OCR Dialog Box Click OCR on the Custom Scan with One-click tab or in the One-click Mode screen to open the OCR dialog box.
Page 412 OCR Dialog Box Page 412 of 628 pages For Document Type, Color Mode, Document Size and Scanning Resolution, the settings specified in the OCR dialog box are displayed. For Descreen, Unsharp Mask, etc., see the corresponding descriptions in " Scan Settings Dialog ."...
Page 413 OCR Dialog Box Page 413 of 628 pages Important You cannot specify a text editor other than NotePad. Start scanning by clicking the one-click button Select this checkbox to start scanning when you click an icon. Apply Saves and applies the specified settings. Click Cancel instead of Apply to cancel the specified settings.
Page 414 Custom Dialog Box Page 414 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > Custom Advanced Guide Scanning Dialog Box Custom Dialog Box Click Custom on the Custom Scan with One-click tab or in the One-click Mode screen to open the Custom dialog box.
Page 415 Custom Dialog Box Page 415 of 628 pages Resolution Select the resolution at which to scan documents. Resolution Use the scanner driver Select this checkbox to display the ScanGear (scanner driver) screen and make advanced scan settings. Specify... For Document Type, Color Mode, Document Size and Scanning Resolution, the settings specified in the Custom dialog box are displayed.
Page 416 Custom Dialog Box Page 416 of 628 pages Save in Displays the folder in which to save the scanned images. To change the folder, click Browse... to specify another one. The following folders are specified by default. Windows Vista: MP Navigator EX folder in Picture folder Windows XP: MP Navigator EX folder in My Pictures folder Windows 2000: MP Navigator EX folder in My Pictures folder Save to a Subfolder with Current Date...
Page 417 Custom Dialog Box Page 417 of 628 pages installed). Top of Page...
Page 418 Preferences Dialog Box Page 418 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens > Advanced Guide Scanning Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box Click Preferences in the Navigation Mode screen to open the Preferences dialog box. In the Preferences dialog box, you can make advanced settings to MP Navigator EX functions via the General and Scanner Button Settings tabs.
Page 419 Preferences Dialog Box Page 419 of 628 pages If the displayed product is not the one you want to use, select the desired product from the list. Save in (My Box) Displays the folder in which to save scanned documents. To change the folder, click Browse... to specify another one.
Page 420 Scanner Button Settings Tab (Save) Page 420 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > MP Navigator EX Screens Advanced Guide Scanning > Scanner Button Settings Tab (Save) Scanner Button Settings Tab (Save) On the Scanner Button Settings tab, you can specify the following settings. You can specify how to respond when scanning using the Operation Panel of the machine.
Page 421 Scanner Button Settings Tab (Save) Page 421 of 628 pages Automatically save the image to your computer after scanning it Select this to save the images to your computer as specified after scanning them. The File Name, Save as type and Save in settings will be displayed. Important If you select this function, you will not be able to set passwords for PDF files.
Page 422 Appendix: Opening Files Other than Scanned Images Page 422 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide Scanning > Appendix: Opening Files Other than Scanned Images Appendix: Opening Files Other than Scanned Images You can save or print data other than scanned images using MP Navigator EX. Using images saved on a memory card Importing Images Saved on a Memory Card Using images saved on a computer...
Page 423 Importing Images Saved on a Memory Card Page 423 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Scanning Appendix: Opening Files Other than Scanned Images > Importing Images Saved on a Memory Card Importing Images Saved on a Memory Card You can import images (including PDF files scanned with the operation pannel) saved on a memory card, and save them to a computer or print them using MP Navigator EX.
Page 424 Importing Images Saved on a Memory Card Page 424 of 628 pages Note See " Memory Card Screen (Scan/Import Window) " for details on the Memory Card screen (Scan/Import window). Windows 2000: Start MP Navigator EX and open the Navigation Mode screen. Starting MP Navigator EX Point to Scan/Import and click Memory Card.
Page 425 Importing Images Saved on a Memory Card Page 425 of 628 pages Displays the folder in which to save the imported images and PDF files. To change the folder, click Browse... to specify another one. The following folders are specified by default. Windows Vista: MP Navigator EX folder in Picture folder Windows XP: MP Navigator EX folder in My Pictures folder Windows 2000: MP Navigator EX folder in My Pictures folder...
Page 426 Opening Images Saved on a Computer Page 426 of 628 pages > > Scanning with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Scanning Appendix: Opening Files Other than Scanned Images > Opening Images Saved on a Computer Opening Images Saved on a Computer You can open images saved on a computer and print them or attach them to e-mail using MP Navigator EX.
Page 427 Opening Images Saved on a Computer Page 427 of 628 pages Select the images you want to use, then select what you want to do with them. See the corresponding sections below for details on using images. Creating/Editing PDF Files Printing Documents Printing Photos Sending via E-mail...
Page 428 Scanning with Other Application Software Page 428 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide Scanning > Scanning with Other Application Software Scanning with Other Application Software What Is ScanGear (Scanner Driver)? Scanning with Advanced Settings Using ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens Appendix: Useful Information on Scanning Page top...
Page 429 What Is ScanGear (Scanner Driver)? Page 429 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software > What Is ScanGear (Scanner Driver)? What Is ScanGear (Scanner Driver)? ScanGear (scanner driver) is software required for scanning documents. It enables you to specify the output size and make image corrections when scanning documents.
Page 430 What Is ScanGear (Scanner Driver)? Page 430 of 628 pages Auto Scan Mode Use Auto Scan Mode to scan easily by simply placing the document on the Platen and clicking Scan. Top of Page...
Page 431 Scanning with Advanced Settings Using ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Page 431 of 628 pages > > > Scanning with Advanced Settings Using Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Scanning with Advanced Settings Using ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Starting ScanGear (scanner driver) Starting ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Scanning documents after making simple image corrections...
Page 432 Starting ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Page 432 of 628 pages > > > Scanning with Advanced Settings Using Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software ScanGear (Scanner Driver) > Starting ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Starting ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Use ScanGear (scanner driver) to make image corrections and color adjustments when scanning documents.
Page 433 Starting ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Page 433 of 628 pages The ScanGear (scanner driver) screen appears. Important Use the scanner driver is not displayed in the PDF dialog box. Starting from an Application Follow these steps (example) to start ScanGear (scanner driver) from an application. The procedure varies depending on the application.
Page 434 Scanning in Basic Mode Page 434 of 628 pages > > > Scanning with Advanced Settings Using Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software ScanGear (Scanner Driver) > Scanning in Basic Mode Scanning in Basic Mode In Basic Mode, you can scan easily by following the on-screen steps. Place the document on the Platen, then start ScanGear (scanner driver).
Page 435 Scanning in Basic Mode Page 435 of 628 pages Note If you scan without preview, colors are adjusted based on the document type selected in Select Source. Set Destination. Note To scan at 301 dpi or higher, scan in Advanced Mode. Scanning in Advanced Mode Set Output Size.
Page 436 Scanning in Advanced Mode Page 436 of 628 pages > > > Scanning with Advanced Settings Using Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software ScanGear (Scanner Driver) > Scanning in Advanced Mode Scanning in Advanced Mode In Advanced Mode, you can specify the color mode, output resolution, image brightness, color tone, etc. when scanning documents.
Page 437 Scanning in Advanced Mode Page 437 of 628 pages Note If you scan without preview, the show-through prevention function will be active. This function is useful when scanning magazines. However, when scanning photos, the color tone of the scanned image may differ from the source due to the show-through prevention function. In that case, use preview first.
Page 438 Scanning in Auto Scan Mode Page 438 of 628 pages > > > Scanning with Advanced Settings Using Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software ScanGear (Scanner Driver) > Scanning in Auto Scan Mode Scanning in Auto Scan Mode You can scan easily in Auto Scan Mode of ScanGear (scanner driver) by letting it automatically determine the type of document placed on the Platen.
Page 439 Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time in Advanced Mode Page 439 of 628 pages > > > Scanning with Advanced Settings Using Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software > Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time in Advanced Mode ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time in Advanced Mode You can scan two or more photos (small documents) on the Platen at one time by using Multi-Crop in...
Page 440 Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time in Advanced Mode Page 440 of 628 pages Each image is cropped (scan area is specified) automatically according to the document size. If you do not want to scan one, select the image and press the Delete key. Alternatively, select the image and click (Remove Cropping Frame) on the Toolbar.
Page 441 Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time in Advanced Mode Page 441 of 628 pages Note See " Image Settings " for details on each function. The settings are applied to all cropping frames. Click Scan. Each cropping frame is scanned as an individual image. Note ScanGear's response after scanning can be specified in Status of ScanGear dialog after scanning on the Scan tab of the Preferences dialog box.
Page 442 Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors Page 442 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software > Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors The following sections provide you with tips and know-how on advanced scanning techniques involving color/brightness adjustment, etc.
Page 443 Correcting Images (Unsharp Mask, Reduce Dust and Scratches, Fading Co... Page 443 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors Correcting Images (Unsharp Mask, Reduce Dust and Scratches, Fading Correction, etc.) Correcting Images (Unsharp Mask, Reduce Dust and Scratches, Fading Correction, etc.) The Image Settings functions in Advanced Mode of ScanGear (scanner driver) allow you to enhance the...
Page 444 Correcting Images (Unsharp Mask, Reduce Dust and Scratches, Fading Co... Page 444 of 628 pages Reducing gradations and stripe patterns Set Descreen to ON. Note Moire is an uneven gradation or stripe pattern that appears in parts of a scanned image where the dots have interfered with each other.
Page 445 Correcting Images (Unsharp Mask, Reduce Dust and Scratches, Fading Co... Page 445 of 628 pages Correcting backlit images Set Backlight Correction to Low, Medium or High according to the degree of backlight. Medium Correcting shadows that appear between pages when scanning open booklets Set Gutter Shadow Correction to Low, Medium or High according to the degree of shadows.
Page 446 Adjusting Colors Using a Color Pattern Page 446 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors Adjusting Colors Using a Color Pattern Adjusting Colors Using a Color Pattern You can preview color changes and reproduce natural colors by using the Color Pattern function in ScanGear's Basic Mode.
Page 447 Adjusting Colors Using a Color Pattern Page 447 of 628 pages Below is an example of correcting a bluish image. Since Blue and Green are too strong, click the Yellow and Magenta arrows to correct. After Before Note Color adjustments are applied only to the scan area (cropping frame) specified in the Preview area. You can also select a color tone from the color pattern displayed on the left of the Color Pattern screen.
Page 448 Adjusting Saturation and Color Balance Page 448 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors Adjusting Saturation and Color Balance Adjusting Saturation and Color Balance In ScanGear's Advanced Mode, click (Saturation/Color Balance).
Page 449 Adjusting Saturation and Color Balance Page 449 of 628 pages It is usually difficult to correct the image completely by adjusting only one color pair. It is recommended that you find a portion in the image where it should be white, and adjust all three color pairs so that the portion turns white.
Page 450 Adjusting Brightness and Contrast Page 450 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors Adjusting Brightness and Contrast Adjusting Brightness and Contrast In ScanGear's Advanced Mode, click (Brightness/Contrast). Note Click to switch to detailed view.
Page 451 Adjusting Brightness and Contrast Page 451 of 628 pages Darkened Original image Brightened Note Highlights may be lost if you brighten the image too much, and shadows may be lost if you darken the image too much. Contrast Contrast is the degree of difference between the brighter and darker parts of an image. Increasing contrast will increase the difference, thus sharpening the image.
Page 452 Adjusting Histogram Page 452 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors Adjusting Histogram Adjusting Histogram In ScanGear's Advanced Mode, click (Histogram). Channel Each dot of an image is a mixture of Red, Green and Blue in various proportions (gradation). These colors can be adjusted individually as a "channel."...
Page 453 Adjusting Histogram Page 453 of 628 pages More data is distributed to the More data is distributed to the Data is widely distributed between the highlight side. shadow side. highlight and shadow. Adjusting Histograms (Using the Slider) Select a Channel, then move (Black-point Slider) or (White-point Slider) to specify the level to be set as the shadow or highlight.
Page 454 Adjusting Histogram Page 454 of 628 pages Move the Mid-point Slider toward the highlight side. Images with more data distributed to the shadow side Move the Mid-point Slider toward the shadow side. Adjusting Histograms (Using the Droppers) When you select a Channel and click the Black-point, Mid-point or White-point Dropper, the mouse pointer on the preview image changes to a dropper.
Page 455 Adjusting Tone Curve Page 455 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors Adjusting Tone Curve Adjusting Tone Curve In ScanGear's Advanced Mode, click (Tone Curve Settings). Channel Each dot of an image is a mixture of Red, Green and Blue in various proportions (gradation).
Page 456 Adjusting Tone Curve Page 456 of 628 pages Adjusting Tone Curve In Select Tone Curve, select a tone curve from No correction, Overexposure, Underexposure, High contrast, Reverse the negative/positive image and Edit custom curve. No correction (No adjustment) Overexposure (Convex curve) The midtone data of the input side is stretched toward the highlight of the output side, resulting in a bright-toned image when viewed on a monitor.
Page 457 Setting Threshold Page 457 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors Setting Threshold Setting Threshold The brightness of color and grayscale images is expressed in a value between 0 and 255. However, in creating black and white images, all colors are mapped to either black (0) or white (255).
Page 458 ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens Page 458 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens The following sections describe ScanGear's screens and functions, and how to use ScanGear (scanner driver).
Page 459 Basic Mode Tab Page 459 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Basic Mode Tab Basic Mode Tab This mode allows you to scan easily by following the on-screen steps. This section describes the settings and functions available in Basic Mode.
Page 460 Basic Mode Tab Page 460 of 628 pages Note If you scan without preview, colors are adjusted based on the document type selected in Select Source. When using the machine for the first time, scanner calibration starts automatically. Wait a while until the preview image appears.
Page 461 Basic Mode Tab Page 461 of 628 pages In the Add/Delete the Output Size dialog box, you can specify multiple output sizes and save them at one time. Saved items appear in the Output Size list along with the predefined items. To add a size, enter Output Size Name, Width and Height, then click Add.
Page 462 Basic Mode Tab Page 462 of 628 pages Gutter shadow correction Corrects shadows that appear between pages when scanning open booklets. Important For precautions on using this function, see Gutter Shadow Correction in " Image Settings " (Advanced Mode tab). Color Pattern...
Page 463 Basic Mode Tab Page 463 of 628 pages You can also create two or more cropping frames. Note See " Adjusting Cropping Frames " for details on cropping frames. Related Topic Scanning in Basic Mode Top of Page...
Page 464 Advanced Mode Tab Page 464 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Advanced Mode Tab Advanced Mode Tab This mode allows you to make advanced scan settings such as the color mode, resolution, image brightness and color tone.
Page 465 Advanced Mode Tab Page 465 of 628 pages Important You can set Add/Delete... in Favorite Settings after preview. Note Save up to 10 items to Favorite Settings List. To delete an item, select it in Favorite Settings List and click Delete. Click Save to save settings displayed in Favorite Settings List. Input Settings Specify the input settings such as the document type and size.
Page 466 Advanced Mode Tab Page 466 of 628 pages Note When scanning starts, the progress will be displayed. Click Cancel to cancel the scan. When scanning is completed, a dialog box prompting you to select the next action may open. Follow the prompt to complete. For details, see Status of ScanGear dialog after scanning in " Scan Tab"...
Page 467 Advanced Mode Tab Page 467 of 628 pages Select All Crops This button is available when there are two or more cropping frames. All cropping frames will be displayed in thick broken lines. The settings will be applied to all the cropping frames.
Page 468 Input Settings Page 468 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens > Input Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Settings Input Settings Input Settings allows you to set the following items: Select Source The type of document to be scanned is displayed. Paper Size Select the size of the document to be scanned.
Page 469 Input Settings Page 469 of 628 pages into black and white and is rendered in two colors. The threshold level can be set with (Threshold). Input Size The Paper Size is displayed before preview. After preview, the cropping frame size is displayed. You can adjust the cropping frame (scan area) size by entering the values into (Width) and (Height).
Page 470 Output Settings Page 470 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Output Settings Output Settings Output Settings allows you to set the following items: Output Resolution Select the resolution to scan at. The higher the resolution (value), the more detail in your image.
Page 471 Output Settings Page 471 of 628 pages In the Add/Delete the Output Size dialog box, you can specify multiple output sizes and save them at one time. Saved items appear in the Output Size list along with the predefined items. To add a size, select Print or Image display for Destination, then enter Output Size Name, Width, and Height then click Add.
Page 472: Image Settings
Image Settings Page 472 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Image Settings Image Settings Important Do not apply these functions to images without moire, dust/scratches or faded colors. The color tone may be adversely affected.
Page 473 Image Settings Page 473 of 628 pages Even if Descreen is set to ON, some moire effects may remain if Unsharp Mask is set to ON. In that case, set Unsharp Mask to OFF. Selecting Magazine(Color) in Select Source in Basic Mode has the same effect as setting Descreen to ON in Advanced Mode.
Page 474 Image Settings Page 474 of 628 pages image. Important Grain Correction may not be effective if the scan area is too small. The result will not be reflected in the preview image. Backlight Correction Use this function to correct photos that have been shot against light. When you change the Backlight Correction setting, the result will be reflected in the preview image.
Page 475 Image Settings Page 475 of 628 pages Shadows may not be corrected properly depending on the document. If the page background is not white, shadows may not be detected correctly or may not be detected at all. While scanning, press down on the spine with the same amount of pressure you used to preview the scan.
Page 476 Color Adjustment Buttons Page 476 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens > Color Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Adjustment Buttons Color Adjustment Buttons The Color Adjustment Buttons allow you to make fine corrections to the image brightness and color tones.
Page 477 Color Adjustment Buttons Page 477 of 628 pages Adjust the brightness of an image by selecting the type of graph (tone curve) showing the balance of tone input and output. You can make fine adjustments to the brightness of a specific area. Adjusting Tone Curve (Final Review) Make a final check of color adjustments.
Page 478 Color Adjustment Buttons Page 478 of 628 pages Save up to 20 items. Defaults Reset all adjustments (saturation/color balance, brightness/contrast, histogram and tone curve). Top of Page...
Page 479 Auto Scan Mode Tab Page 479 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software > Auto Scan Mode Tab Auto Scan Mode Tab This mode allows you to scan easily by simply placing documents on the Platen and clicking a button. In Auto Scan Mode, documents are automatically detected.
Page 480 Auto Scan Mode Tab Page 480 of 628 pages Scan Scanning starts. Note When scanning starts, the progress will be displayed. Click Cancel to cancel the scan. When scanning is completed, a dialog box prompting you to select the next action may open. Follow the prompt to complete.
Page 481 Preferences Dialog Box Page 481 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box Click Specify... in the ScanGear (scanner driver) screen to open Preferences dialog box. In the Preferences dialog box, you can make advanced settings to ScanGear (scanner driver) functions via the Scanner, Preview, Scan and Color Settings tabs.
Page 482 Scanner Tab Page 482 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Scanner Tab Scanner Tab On the Scanner tab, you can specify the following settings. Quiet Mode Select this checkbox to reduce scanner sound by slowing down the scanner head when previewing or scanning documents.
Page 483 Preview Tab Page 483 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software PreviewTab Preview Tab On the Preview tab, you can specify the following settings. Preview at Start of ScanGear Select what to do with Preview when ScanGear (scanner driver) is started.
Page 484 Scan Tab Page 484 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software > Scan Scan Tab On the Scan tab, you can specify the following settings. Status of ScanGear dialog after scanning Select what to do with ScanGear (scanner driver) after scanning images.
Page 485 Color Settings Tab Page 485 of 628 pages > > > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens > Color Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Settings Tab Color Settings Tab On the Color Settings tab, you can specify the following settings. Color Adjustment Select either of the following.
Page 486 Color Settings Tab Page 486 of 628 pages Note When previewing or scanning images with plain backgrounds, the color tone may change from the source image due to the Auto Tone function. In that case, deselect the Always Execute the Auto Tone checkbox.
Page 487 Appendix: Useful Information on Scanning Page 487 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software > Appendix: Useful Information on Scanning Appendix: Useful Information on Scanning Adjusting the cropping frame (scan area) Adjusting Cropping Frames Selecting the best resolution Resolution Learning about file formats...
Page 488 Adjusting Cropping Frames Page 488 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Appendix: Useful Information on Scanning Adjusting Cropping Frames Adjusting Cropping Frames You can specify the scan area by creating a cropping frame on the image displayed in the Preview area. When you click Scan, only the portion within the cropping frame will be scanned and passed to the application.
Page 489 Adjusting Cropping Frames Page 489 of 628 pages In Advanced Mode, you can specify the cropping frame size by entering the values into (Width) and (Height) in Input Settings. Note Cropping frames are set according to the document size (Auto Crop) by default. For details, see Cropping Frame on Previewed Images in "...
Page 490 Resolution Page 490 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Appendix: Useful Information on Scanning Resolution Resolution What is Resolution? The data in the image you have scanned is a collection of dots carrying information about brightness and color.
Page 491 Resolution Page 491 of 628 pages Example of Appropriate Resolution when Printing to Scale The scanning resolution is automatically set so that the value set in Output Resolution will be the resolution of the scanned image. If you set Output Resolution to 300 dpi and scan at twice the size, the document will be automatically scanned at 600 dpi, and the resolution of the scanned image will be 300 dpi.
Page 492 File Formats Page 492 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Appendix: Useful Information on Scanning File Formats File Formats You can select a file format when saving scanned images. You should specify the most suitable format according to how you want to use the image on which application.
Page 493 Color Matching Page 493 of 628 pages > > > > Advanced Guide Scanning Scanning with Other Application Software Appendix: Useful Information on Scanning Color Matching Color Matching Color Matching adjusts devices as shown below to match the colors of an image displayed on a monitor or a printed image with the colors of the original document.
Page 494 Other Scanning Methods Page 494 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide Scanning > Other Scanning Methods Other Scanning Methods Scanning with WIA Driver Scanning using the Control Panel (Windows XP Only) Page top...
Page 495 Scanning with WIA Driver Page 495 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Scanning Other Scanning Methods > Scanning with WIA Driver Scanning with WIA Driver You can scan an image from a WIA-compliant application and use the image in that application. The procedure varies depending on the application.
Page 496 The following is an example of scanning using Windows Photo Gallery. Place the document on the Platen. Placing Documents In File, click From Scanner or Camera..., then double-click WIA Canon (model name). The scan setting screen appears. Specify the settings.
Page 497 Scanning with WIA Driver Page 497 of 628 pages Select a file format from JPEG, BMP, PNG and TIFF. Resolution Enter the resolution. Specify a value between 50 dpi and 600 dpi. 300 dpi is set by default. Resolution Brightness Move the slider to adjust the brightness.
Page 498 From the Start menu, select Control Panel. Click Printers and Other Hardware > Scanners and Cameras, then double-click WIA Canon (model name). The Scanner and Camera Wizard dialog box opens. Click Next. Select Picture type according to the document to be scanned.
Page 499 Scanning using the Control Panel (Windows XP Only) Page 499 of 628 pages Resolution Enter the resolution. Specify a value between 50 dpi and 600 dpi. Resolution Picture type Select the type of scan you want for your document. Reset Click to restore the original settings.
Page 500 Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device (MP240 series) Page 500 of 628 pages > Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device (MP240 series) Advanced Guide Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device (MP240 series) Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Page top...
Page 501 Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Page 501 of 628 pages > > Printing Photographs Directly Advanced Guide Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device (MP240 series) from a Compliant Device Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device About PictBridge Print Settings Page top...
Page 502 Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Page 502 of 628 pages > > Printing Photographs Directly Advanced Guide Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device (MP240 series) from a Compliant Device > Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device You can connect a PictBridge compliant device such as a digital camera, camcorder, or mobile phone using a USB cable recommended by the device's manufacturer, and print recorded images directly...
Page 503 Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Page 503 of 628 pages Start printing from your PictBridge compliant device. Important Never disconnect the USB cable during printing unless when explicitly allowed to by the PictBridge compliant device. When disconnecting the USB cable between the PictBridge compliant device and machine, follow the instructions given in the device's instruction manual.
Page 504 *1 Can be selected only on certain Canon-brand PictBridge compliant devices. (May not be selected depending on the device.) *2 Hi Vision may appear on a non-Canon brand PictBridge compliant device. Paper type Default: Photo Paper Plus Glossy II PP-201 Photo: Photo Paper Plus Glossy II PP-201/Glossy Photo Paper "Everyday Use"...
Page 505 Maintenance Page 505 of 628 pages > Maintenance Advanced Guide Maintenance Cleaning Your Machine Performing Maintenance from a Computer Page top...
Page 506 Cleaning Your Machine Page 506 of 628 pages > Maintenance Advanced Guide > Cleaning Your Machine Cleaning Your Machine Cleaning Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Page top...
Page 507 Cleaning Page 507 of 628 pages > Maintenance > > Cleaning Advanced Guide Cleaning Your Machine Cleaning This section describes the cleaning procedure that is needed to maintain your machine. Caution Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as not to scratch the surface.
Page 508 Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine Page 508 of 628 pages > Maintenance > Advanced Guide Cleaning Your Machine > Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine Be sure to use a soft cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface gently. Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning.
Page 509 Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Page 509 of 628 pages > Maintenance > > Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Advanced Guide Cleaning Your Machine Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Caution Be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug before cleaning the machine. With a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, wipe the Platen Glass (A) and the inner side of the Document Cover (white sheet) (B) gently.
Page 510 Performing Maintenance from a Computer Page 510 of 628 pages > Maintenance > Performing Maintenance from a Computer Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Print Heads Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers Aligning the Print Head Position Checking the Print Head Nozzles Cleaning Inside the Machine Page top...
Page 511 Cleaning the Print Heads Page 511 of 628 pages > Maintenance > > Cleaning the Print Heads Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Print Heads The print head cleaning function allows you to remove any blockages in the print head nozzles. Perform print head cleaning if printing is faint or a specific color fails to print, even though there is enough ink.
Page 512 Cleaning the Print Heads Page 512 of 628 pages If there is no sign of improvement after Deep Cleaning, switch off the machine and perform again. If there is still no sign of improvement, the ink may have run out or the print head may be worn. For details on the remedial action to be taken, see "Machine Moves But Ink Is Not Ejected."...
Page 513 Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers Page 513 of 628 pages > Maintenance > > Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers The feed roller cleaning function allows you to clean the paper feed roller. Perform feed roller cleaning when there are paper particles sticking to the paper feed roller and paper is not fed properly.
Page 514 Aligning the Print Head Position Page 514 of 628 pages > Maintenance > > Aligning the Print Head Position Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Aligning the Print Head Position Print head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improves deviated colors and lines.
Page 515 Checking the Print Head Nozzles Page 515 of 628 pages > Maintenance > > Checking the Print Head Nozzles Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Checking the Print Head Nozzles The nozzle check function allows you to check whether the print heads are working properly by printing a nozzle check pattern.
Page 516 Cleaning Inside the Machine Page 516 of 628 pages > Maintenance > > Cleaning Inside the Machine Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning Inside the Machine The bottom plate cleaning function allows you to prevent smudges on the reverse side of a sheet of paper.
Page 517 Changing the Machine Settings Page 517 of 628 pages > Changing the Machine Settings Advanced Guide Changing the Machine Settings Changing Machine Settings from Your Computer Page top...
Page 518 Changing Machine Settings from Your Computer Page 518 of 628 pages > Changing the Machine Settings Advanced Guide > Changing Machine Settings from Your Computer Changing Machine Settings from Your Computer Changing the Print Options Saving a Changed Printing Profile Setting the Ink Cartridge Managing the Machine Power Reducing the Machine Noise...
Page 519 Changing the Print Options Page 519 of 628 pages > Changing the Printer Settings > > Changing the Print Advanced Guide Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Options Changing the Print Options You change detailed print driver settings for print data that is sent from an application software. Specify this option if you encounter print failures such as part of an image data being cut off.
Page 520 Saving a Changed Printing Profile Page 520 of 628 pages > Changing the Printer Settings > Advanced Guide Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer > Saving a Changed Printing Profile Saving a Changed Printing Profile You can assign a name to the settings made on the Main, Page Setup, and Effects tabs and save them as a printing profile.
Page 521 Saving a Changed Printing Profile Page 521 of 628 pages registered will be deleted from Printing Profiles. Registered print settings cannot be saved and preserved. In this case, register the print settings again. Using registered print settings Select the print settings to be used Select a printing profile in the Printing Profiles list on the Profiles tab.
Page 522 A media type other than Plain Paper, Hagaki, or Envelope is selected for Media Type on the Main tab. Borderless Printing is checked on the Page Setup tab. Canon recommends that you use the ink cartridges installed in the machine and not remove them until the ink runs out. Page top...
Page 523 Managing the Machine Power Page 523 of 628 pages > Changing the Printer Settings > > Managing the Advanced Guide Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Machine Power Managing the Machine Power This function allows you to manage the machine power from the printer driver. The procedure for managing the printer power is as follows: Power Off The Power Off function turns off the machine.
Page 524 Reducing the Machine Noise Page 524 of 628 pages > Changing the Printer Settings > > Reducing the Advanced Guide Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Machine Noise Reducing the Machine Noise This function allows you to reduce the operating noise of the machine. Select if you wish to reduce the operating noise of the printer at night, etc.
Page 525 Changing the Machine Operation Mode Page 525 of 628 pages > Changing the Printer Settings > > Changing the Advanced Guide Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Machine Operation Mode Changing the Machine Operation Mode This function allows you to switch between various modes of machine operation. The procedure for changing the printer settings is as follows: Custom Settings Open the...
Page 526: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Page 526 of 628 pages Advanced Guide > Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If an Error Occurs The Machine Can Not Be Powered On LED Cannot Be Seen At All An Error Code Is Displayed on the LED Cannot Install the MP Drivers Cannot Connect to Computer Properly Print Results Not Satisfactory Printing Does Not Start...
Page 527 If an Error Occurs Page 527 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > If an Error Occurs If an Error Occurs When an error occurs in printing such as the machine is out of paper or paper is jammed, a troubleshooting message is displayed automatically.
Page 528 Check 3: Unplug the machine from the power supply, then plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on after leaving it for at least 1 minute. If the problem is not resolved, contact your Canon service representative. Page top...
Page 529 LED Cannot Be Seen At All Page 529 of 628 pages > > LED Cannot Be Seen At All Advanced Guide Troubleshooting LED Cannot Be Seen At All If the Power lamp is off: button. The machine is not powered on. Connect the power cord and press the If the Power lamp is lit: The LED may be in the screen-saver mode.
Page 530 Open the Scanning Unit (Cover) and install the appropriate FINE Cartridge. If the error is not resolved, the FINE Cartridge may be damaged. Contact your Canon service representative. E, 7 FINE Cartridge is not Make sure that each FINE Cartridge is installed installed in the correct in the correct position.
Page 531 5 seconds. Canon recommends to use new genuine Canon cartridges in order to obtain optimum qualities. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble caused by continuation of printing under the ink out condition.
Page 532 An Error Code Is Displayed on the LED Page 532 of 628 pages (MP260 series) the Photo Index Sheet machine. correctly./No images on the The machine may not recognize the file if the Photo Index Sheet. file name or the folder path contains certain characters.
Page 533 Turn off the machine, and unplug the power cord of the machine from the power supply. Plug the power cord of the machine back in, and then turn on the machine. If the problem is not resolved, contact your Canon service representative. Page top...
Page 534 Restart your computer. If the icon is still not displayed, try different discs and see if they are displayed. If other discs are displayed, there is a problem with the Setup CD-ROM . In this case, contact your Canon service representative.
Page 535 Cannot Install the MP Drivers Page 535 of 628 pages Note In Windows Vista, "The printer is not detected. Check the connection." may be displayed depending on the computer you use. In this case, wait for a while. If you still cannot proceed to the next step, follow the procedure below to reinstall the MP Drivers.
Page 536 Cannot Connect to Computer Properly Page 536 of 628 pages > > Cannot Connect to Computer Properly Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Cannot Connect to Computer Properly Printing or Scanning Speed Is Slow/Hi-Speed USB Connection Does Not Work/ "This device can perform faster" Message Is Displayed If your system environment is not fully compatible with Hi-Speed USB, the machine will operate at a lower speed provided under USB 1.1.
Page 537 Print Results Not Satisfactory Page 537 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Print Results Not Satisfactory 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.
Page 538 Print Results Not Satisfactory Page 538 of 628 pages Page top...
Page 539 Cannot Print to End of Job Page 539 of 628 pages > > > Cannot Print to End of Job Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory Cannot Print to End of Job Check 1: Is the size of the print data extremely large? Click Print Options on the Page Setup sheet.
Page 540 No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Page 540 of 628 pages > > > No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory Wrong/White Streaks No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Is the FINE Cartridge installed properly?
Page 541 No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Page 541 of 628 pages If the Ink Cartridge Locking Cover is not closed securely, ink may not be ejected correctly. Open the Scanning Unit (Cover), open the Ink Cartridge Locking Cover, then close the Ink Cartridge Locking Cover.
Page 542 Colors Are Unclear Page 542 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory > Colors Are Unclear Colors Are Unclear Check 1: Enable color correction. When printing photographs or other graphics, enabling color correction in the printer driver may improve color.
Page 543 Lines Are Misaligned Page 543 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory > Lines Are Misaligned 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 you did not align the Print Head after installation, straight lines may be printed misaligned.
Page 544 Check 3: Is Photo Paper being 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. Loading Paper / Originals...
Page 545 Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Page 545 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory > Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Is the appropriate type of paper being used? Check the following:...
Page 546 To open the printer properties dialog box, see Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) In the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, select the Prevent paper abrasion check box, and then click Send. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh)
Page 547 Make sure that the machine is turned on. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu. Drag the Ink Drying Wait Time slide bar to set the wait time, and then click Send.
Page 548 Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Page 548 of 628 pages Confirm the message and click OK. Check 11: Is the paper scratched by other loaded paper? Depending on the media type, the paper may be scratched with other loaded paper when feeding from the Rear Tray.
Page 549 Back of the Paper Is Smudged Page 549 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory > Back of the Paper Is Smudged 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 machine.
Page 550 Vertical Lines Are Printed on the Sides of the Printout Page 550 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory > Vertical Lines Are Printed on the Sides of the Printout Vertical Lines Are Printed on the Sides of the Printout Check 1: Did you confirm the paper type and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Is the size of the loaded paper correct?
Page 551 Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Page 551 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory > Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Colors Are Uneven or 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 552 Right-click the Canon XXX icon, then select Properties. Click the Ports tab to confirm the port settings. Make sure that a port named USBnnn (where "n" is a number) with Canon XXX Printer appearing in the Printer column is selected for Print to the following port(s).
Page 553 Copying/Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Page 553 of 628 pages > > Copying/Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Copying/Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Check 1: Has the machine been printing continuously for a long period? If the machine has been printing continuously for a long time, the Print Head may overheat.
Page 554 Machine Moves But Ink Is Not Ejected Page 554 of 628 pages > > Machine Moves But Ink Is Not Ejected Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Machine Moves But Ink Is Not Ejected Check 1: Are the Print Head nozzles clogged? Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles.
Page 555 Printing Speed Not as Fast as Expected Page 555 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Printing Speed Not as Fast as Expected Printing Speed Not as Fast as Expected Check 1: Is printing performed in Quiet Mode? Print speed is reduced if you specified to print in Quiet Mode in the printer driver. For faster printing, do not print in Quiet Mode.
Page 556 FINE Cartridge Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing Page 556 of 628 pages > > FINE Cartridge Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing Advanced Guide Troubleshooting FINE Cartridge Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing Check 1: Is the Power lamp off? Check if the Power lamp is lit green.
Page 557 Paper Does Not Feed Properly Page 557 of 628 pages > > Paper Does Not Feed Properly Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Paper Does Not Feed Properly Check 1: Make sure of the following when you load paper. When loading two or more sheets of paper, align the edges of the sheets before loading. When loading two or more sheets of paper, make sure that the paper stack does not exceed the paper support load limit.
Page 558 If you cannot remove the paper or the paper tears inside the machine, or if the paper jam error continues after removing the paper, contact your Canon service representative. In other cases:...
Page 559 Paper Jams Page 559 of 628 pages Page top...
Page 560 Right-click the Canon XXX icon, then select Properties. Click the Ports tab to confirm the port settings. Make sure that a port named USBnnn (where "n" is a number) with Canon XXX Printer appearing in the Printer column is selected for Print to the following port(s).
Page 561 Message Appears on the Computer Screen Page 561 of 628 pages and the computer. If you are using a relay device such as a USB hub, disconnect it, connect the machine directly to the computer, and try printing again. If printing starts normally, there is a problem with the relay device.
Page 562 Message Appears on the Computer Screen Page 562 of 628 pages Ink Info Number: 1686 Is Displayed E, 1, 3 Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange and take the appropriate action. Error Number: 2001 Is Displayed (MP240 series) E, 9 Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange and take the appropriate action.
Page 563 If you agree to participate in the survey program: Click Agree, then follow the on-screen instructions. The printer usage information will be sent to Canon via the Internet. Note When sending the information, the caution screen such as an Internet security may be displayed.
Page 564 For Windows Users Page 564 of 628 pages To uninstall the Inkjet Printer/Scanner Extended Survey Program, click Details, then click Uninstall on the detail description screen. Once the program has been uninstalled, neither the survey nor the transmission of the printer usage information will be performed. Page top...
Page 565 For errors on non -Canon PictBridge compliant devices, check the error code on the LED and take the appropriate action to clear the error. For details, see...
Page 566 Error Message Appears on a PictBridge Compliant Device (MP240 series) Page 566 of 628 pages device to the machine. If the same error occurs, contact your Canon service representative. Page top...
Page 567 Cannot Print Properly from a Photo Index Sheet (MP260 series) Page 567 of 628 pages > > Cannot Print Properly from Photo Index Sheet (MP260 series) Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Cannot Print Properly from a Photo Index Sheet (MP260 series) Check 1: Check the following when you cannot print from the Photo Index Sheet.
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> Cannot Remove a Memory Card (MP260 series) Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Cannot Remove a Memory Card (MP260 series) Contact your Canon service representative. Important Never attempt to remove a memory card using a thin stick or tweezers. Doing so may damage the machine.
Page 569 Problems with Scanning Page 569 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Problems with Scanning Problems with Scanning Scanner Does Not Work ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Does Not Start Error Message Appears and the ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screen Does Not Appear Scan Quality (Image Displayed on the Monitor) Is Poor Scanned Image Is Surrounded by Extra White Areas Cannot Scan Properly with Multi Crop...
Page 570 Scanner Does Not Work Page 570 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Problems with Scanning > Scanner Does Not Work Scanner Does Not Work Check: Restart the computer. Top of Page...
Page 571 ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Does Not Start Page 571 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Problems with Scanning > ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Does Not Start ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Does Not Start Check 1: Make sure that the MP Drivers are installed. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into the computer's disc drive, then select Custom Install and install MP Drivers.
Page 572 Error Message Appears and the ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screen Does N... Page 572 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Problems with Scanning > Error Message Appears and the ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screen Does Not Appear Error Message Appears and the ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screen Does Not Appear Check 1: Make sure that the machine is turned on.
Page 573 Scan Quality (Image Displayed on the Monitor) Is Poor Page 573 of 628 pages > > > Scan Quality (Image Displayed on the Monitor) Is Poor Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Problems with Scanning Scan Quality (Image Displayed on the Monitor) Is Poor Check 1: Increase the scanning resolution.
Page 574 Scanned Image Is Surrounded by Extra White Areas Page 574 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Problems with Scanning > Scanned Image Is Surrounded by Extra White Areas Scanned Image Is Surrounded by Extra White Areas Check: Specify the scan area. Click (Auto Crop) in ScanGear (scanner driver) to automatically set the scan area for your document.
Page 575 Cannot Scan Properly with Multi Crop Page 575 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Problems with Scanning > Cannot Scan Properly with Multi Crop Cannot Scan Properly with Multi Crop Check 1: Make sure that the documents are placed correctly on the Platen. Placing Documents Check 2: Scan each item individually without using Multi Crop.
Page 576 Slow Scanning Speed Page 576 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Problems with Scanning > Slow Scanning Speed Slow Scanning Speed Check 1: To view the image on a monitor, set the output resolution to around 150 dpi. To print, set it to around 300 dpi. Resolution Check 2: Disable Fading Correction, Grain Correction, etc.
Page 577 "There is not enough memory." Message Is Displayed Page 577 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Problems with Scanning > "There is not enough memory." Message Is Displayed "There is not enough memory." Message Is Displayed Check 1: Exit other applications and try again. Check 2: Reduce the resolution or output size and scan again.
Page 578 Computer Stops Operating during Scanning Page 578 of 628 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Problems with Scanning > Computer Stops Operating during Scanning Computer Stops Operating during Scanning Check 1: Restart the computer, reduce the output resolution in ScanGear (scanner driver) and scan again.
Page 579 Uninstalling the MP Drivers " for details. Step 2: Uninstall MP Navigator. From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > MP Navigator EX 2.0 > MP Navigator EX Uninstall. When a confirmation appears, click Yes. When uninstallation is complete, click OK.
Page 580 Software Problems Page 580 of 628 pages > > Software Problems Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Software Problems E-mail Software Program You Want to Use Does Not Appear in the Screen for Selecting an E-mail Software Program Scanned Image Is Printed Enlarged (Reduced) Scanned Image Is Enlarged (Reduced) on the Computer Monitor Scanned Image Does Not Open Top of Page...
Page 581 E-mail Software Program You Want to Use Does Not Appear in the Screen f... Page 581 of 628 pages > > Software Problems Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > E-mail Software Program You Want to Use Does Not Appear in the Screen for Selecting an E-mail Software Program E-mail Software Program You Want to Use Does Not Appear in the Screen for Selecting an E-mail Software Program Check 1: MP Navigator EX may not support the e-mail software program.
Page 582 Scanned Image Is Printed Enlarged (Reduced) Page 582 of 628 pages > > Software Problems > Scanned Image Is Printed Enlarged (Reduced) Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Scanned Image Is Printed Enlarged (Reduced) Check: Set the printing size in the application. Top of Page...
Page 583 Scanned Image Is Enlarged (Reduced) on the Computer Monitor Page 583 of 628 pages > > Software Problems > Scanned Image Is Enlarged (Reduced) on the Computer Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Monitor Scanned Image Is Enlarged (Reduced) on the Computer Monitor Check 1: Change the display setting in the application.
Page 584 Scanned Image Does Not Open Page 584 of 628 pages > > Software Problems > Scanned Image Does Not Open Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Scanned Image Does Not Open Check: If the file format is not supported by the application, scan the image again and save it in a popular file format such as JPEG.
Page 585 MP Navigator EX Problems Page 585 of 628 pages > > MP Navigator EX Problems Advanced Guide Troubleshooting MP Navigator EX Problems Cannot Scan at the Correct Size Position or Size of the Image Cannot Be Detected Correctly When Scanning Using the Operation Panel Document Is Placed Correctly, but the Scanned Image Is Slanted Document Is Placed Correctly, but the Orientation Changes in the Scanned Image...
Page 586 Cannot Scan at the Correct Size Page 586 of 628 pages > > MP Navigator EX Problems Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Cannot Scan at the Correct Size Cannot Scan at the Correct Size Check 1: Make sure that the documents are placed correctly on the Platen. Placing Documents Check 2: Set Document Size to the actual document size and scan again.
Page 587 Position or Size of the Image Cannot Be Detected Correctly When Scanning... Page 587 of 628 pages > > MP Navigator EX Problems > Position or Size of the Image Cannot Be Detected Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Correctly When Scanning Using the Operation Panel Position or Size of the Image Cannot Be Detected Correctly When Scanning Using the Operation Panel Check 1: Make sure that the documents are placed correctly on the Platen.
Page 588 Document Is Placed Correctly, but the Scanned Image Is Slanted Page 588 of 628 pages > > MP Navigator EX Problems > Document Is Placed Correctly, but the Scanned Image Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Is Slanted Document Is Placed Correctly, but the Scanned Image Is Slanted Check: In MP Navigator EX, deselect the Correct slanted document checkbox and scan again.
Page 589 Document Is Placed Correctly, but the Orientation Changes in the Scanned ... Page 589 of 628 pages > > MP Navigator EX Problems Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Document Is Placed Correctly, but the Orientation Changes in the Scanned Image Document Is Placed Correctly, but the Orientation Changes in the Scanned Image Check: In MP Navigator EX, deselect the Detect the orientation of text documents and rotate images checkbox and scan again.
Page 590 FAQs Page 590 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > FAQs FAQs No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Machine Moves But Ink Is Not Ejected Cannot Install the MP Drivers Printing Does Not Start Copying/Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Writing Error/Output Error/Communication Error Print Results Not Satisfactory Paper Jams...
Page 591 Caution If the machine emits any unusual sound, smoke, or odor, turn it off immediately. Unplug the power cord from the outlet and contact the seller or your Canon service representative. Never attempt to repair or disassemble the machine yourself.
Page 592 Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) Page 592 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) This printer driver is subject to the following restrictions. Keep the following points in mind when using the printer driver.
Page 593 Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) Page 593 of 628 pages clearing the Bitmap Printing check box in the Print dialog box. Page top...
Page 594 General Notes (Scanner Driver) Page 594 of 628 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > General Notes (Scanner Driver) General Notes (Scanner Driver) ScanGear (scanner driver) is subject to the following restrictions. Keep these points in mind when using Scanner Driver Restrictions When using the NTFS file system, the TWAIN data source may not be invoked.
Page 595 General Notes (Scanner Driver) Page 595 of 628 pages first scanned image is accepted, or multiple images are scanned as one image. When scanning platen size images into a Microsoft Office application (such as Word, Excel or PowerPoint), click Custom Insert in the Insert Picture from Scanner or Camera dialog box. Otherwise, images may not be scanned correctly.
Page 596 Uninstalling the On-Screen Manuals Transporting and Storing the Machine Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) Opening the Page Setup and Print Dialog Box (Macintosh) Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Connecting the Printer to the Network Page top...
Page 597 To ensure the best print quality, the machine 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 598 Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelops Page 598 of 628 pages > Appendix > Advanced Guide Printing Area > Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelops Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelops 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 6.90 x 9.80 inches / 175.2 x 249.0 mm 4"...
Page 599 Letter, Legal Page 599 of 628 pages > Appendix > Advanced Guide Printing Area > Letter, Legal 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 600 Envelopes Page 600 of 628 pages > Appendix > > Envelopes Advanced Guide Printing Area Envelopes Size Printable Area (width x height) European DL* 4.06 x 7.12 inches / 103.2 x 180.8 mm US Comm. Env. #10* 3.86 x 7.96 inches / 98.0 x 202.1 mm * This page size can be used only when printing from your computer.
Page 601 How to Detach/Attach the Document Cover Page 601 of 628 pages > Appendix Advanced Guide > How to Detach/Attach the Document Cover How to Detach/Attach the Document Cover Detaching the Document Cover: Hold up the Document Cover vertically. Attaching the Document Cover: Insert both hinges (A) of the Document Cover vertically into the holder (B) to attach the Document Cover as illustrated bellow.
Page 602 Setting Up the Card Slot as the Memory Card Drive of the Computer (MP26... Page 602 of 628 pages > Appendix Advanced Guide > Setting Up the Card Slot as the Memory Card Drive of the Computer (MP260 series) Setting Up the Card Slot as the Memory Card Drive of the Computer (MP260 series) The Card Slot of the machine can also be used as the memory card drive of the computer.
Page 603 DPOF Print by Using the Photo Index Sheet (MP260 series) Page 603 of 628 pages > Appendix > DPOF Print by Using the Photo Index Sheet (MP260 series) Advanced Guide DPOF Print by Using the Photo Index Sheet (MP260 series) Print out a Photo Index Sheet, select DPOF print, scan the sheet in, and you can print using DPOF settings stored in the memory card.
Page 604 DPOF Print by Using the Photo Index Sheet (MP260 series) Page 604 of 628 pages If the circle is filled, the error E 3, 3 is displayed on the LED. Select the page size and other printing formats. When you select the paper type other than plain paper, the photo specified as Standard Print or Multi-Image Print with DPOF is printed in Borderless.
Page 605 Deleting the Undesired Print Jobs If the printer does not start printing, the print job data cancelled or failed may be remaining. Delete the undesired print job by using the Canon IJ Status Monitor. Display the Canon IJ Status Monitor Click the Status Monitor button displayed on the Task Bar.
Page 606 Updating the MP Drivers Page 606 of 628 pages > Appendix > Updating the MP Drivers Advanced Guide Updating the MP Drivers Obtaining the Latest MP Drivers Uninstalling the MP Drivers Before Installing the MP Drivers Installing the MP Drivers Page top...
Page 607 Obtaining the Latest MP Drivers Page 607 of 628 pages > Appendix > Updating the Printer Driver > Obtaining the Latest MP Drivers Advanced Guide Obtaining the Latest MP Drivers The MP Drivers include a printer driver and scanner driver (ScanGear). By updating the MP Drivers to the latest version of the MP Drivers, unresolved problems may be solved.
Page 608 Uninstalling the MP Drivers Page 608 of 628 pages > Appendix > Updating the Printer Driver > Uninstalling the MP Drivers Advanced Guide Uninstalling the MP Drivers The MP drivers you no longer use can be deleted. When deleting the MP drivers, first exit all programs that are running. The procedure to delete the unnecessary MP drivers is as follows: If there is an uninstaller Start the uninstaller...
Page 609 Uninstalling the MP Drivers Page 609 of 628 pages When data collection is completed in the Remove Driver Package dialog box, click Delete. Click OK. The deletion of the printer driver is complete. Important You may not be able to delete the printer driver properly from the Installed printer drivers list. If this happens, restart your computer, and try again.
Page 610 Before Installing the MP Drivers Page 610 of 628 pages > Appendix > Updating the Printer Driver > Before Installing the MP Drivers Advanced Guide Before Installing the MP Drivers This section describes the items that you should check before installing the MP Drivers. You should also refer to this section if the MP Drivers cannot be installed.
Page 611 Installing the MP Drivers Page 611 of 628 pages > Appendix > Updating the Printer Driver > Installing the MP Drivers Advanced Guide Installing the MP Drivers You can access our web site through the Internet and download the latest MP Drivers for your model. The procedure for installing the downloaded MP Drivers is as follows: Turn off the machine Important...
Page 612 Follow the procedure below to uninstall all of the installed on-screen manuals from your computer. All of the installed on-screen manuals will be deleted at the same time. Click Start > All Programs (Programs in Windows 2000) > Canon XXX Manual (where " XXX " is your machine's name) > Uninstall.
Page 613 Transporting and Storing the Machine Page 613 of 628 pages > Appendix Advanced Guide > Transporting and Storing the Machine Transporting and Storing the Machine When relocating the machine or storing it for a long period of time, pack the machine using the original packing materials.
Page 614 Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) Page 614 of 628 pages > Appendix Advanced Guide > Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) The printer driver setup window can be displayed through the application software in use or the Start menu of the Windows.
Page 615 Opening the Page Setup and Print Dialog Box (Macintosh) Page 615 of 628 pages > Appendix > Opening the Page Setup and Print Dialog Box (Macintosh) Advanced Guide Opening the Page Setup and Print Dialog Box (Macintosh) You can open the Page Setup dialog box and the Print dialog box from the application program you are using.
Page 616 > Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Advanced Guide Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) To open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, follow the procedure below. In Mac OS X v.10.5.x Select System Preferences on the Apple menu.
Page 617 Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Page 617 of 628 pages Select Applications on the Go menu. Double-click the Utilities folder, and then double-click the Printer Setup Utility icon. The Printer List opens. Select your machine's name in the Name list and click Utility.
Page 618 In case an error occurred when a document is printed by the client system to a shared printer, the error message of Canon IJ Status Monitor will be displayed both on the client system and the print server system. For regular printing, Canon IJ Status Monitor will be displayed only on the client system.
Page 619 Settings on Print Server Page 619 of 628 pages > Appendix > Advanced Guide Connecting the Printer to the Network > Settings on Print Server Settings on Print Server To use a printer in a network, set printer sharing on the print server system. The procedure for setting up the print server systems is as follows: Install the printer driver on the print server system For installation instructions, see the user's manual.
Page 620 Settings on Client PC Page 620 of 628 pages > Appendix > > Settings on Client PC Advanced Guide Connecting the Printer to the Network Settings on Client PC After setting up the print server system, set up the client system. The procedure for setting up the client systems is as follows: In Windows Vista Install the printer driver on the client systems...
Page 621 Settings on Client PC Page 621 of 628 pages Select A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer (Windows XP) or Network printer (Windows 2000), then click Next. On the Specify a Printer window (Windows XP) or Locate Your Printer window (Windows 2000), click Next and then search for the print server system.
Page 622 In this case, check Enable bidirectional support check box on both the print server system and the client system. When you print from a client system, you cannot use Canon IJ Preview. If the functions on the Maintenance tab cannot be set properly from a client system, they may be grayed out.
Page 623 Using Easy-PhotoPrint EX Page 623 of 628 pages > Using Easy-PhotoPrint EX Advanced Guide Using Easy-PhotoPrint EX --- Transforming Your Photos into Creative Works of Art --- Easy-PhotoPrint EX allows you to create albums, calendars and stickers easily using photos taken with digital cameras.
Page 624 Using Easy-PhotoPrint EX Page 624 of 628 pages CHECK! Select Album to add text and frames. You cannot decorate photos with Photo Print. Create a Calendar Using Your Favorite Photos Create calendars easily with Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Create your own calendar using your favorite photos! It'll be exciting to turn the calendar pages.
Page 625 Using MP Navigator EX Page 625 of 628 pages > Using MP Navigator EX Advanced Guide Using MP Navigator EX MP Navigator EX is an application that enables you to easily scan photos and documents. It is suitable even for beginners. Start MP Navigator EX MP Navigator EX Click Here:...
Page 626 Using MP Navigator EX Page 626 of 628 pages Scan and Correct/Enhance Photos You can easily correct/enhance scanned photos using MP Navigator EX. You do not need to use other applications. ." For details on how to use MP Navigator EX, refer to " Scanning with the Bundled Application Software Top of Page...
Page 627 Advanced Guide About Solution Menu Quick Shortcut!! Solution Menu Solution Menu is a menu window that provides quick access from your desktop to Canon applications, manuals, and online product information. Important The number and types of buttons displayed in the window may vary depending on your printer and region.
Page 628 About Solution Menu Page 628 of 628 pages Starting an Application Point to a button on the window to display the description of each application. By clicking each button, the introduced application starts. Follow the same steps to view the manuals or online product information. Important Internet connection is required to access the online information.

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