Canon imagePROGRAF iPF650 User Manual

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Large Format Printer
User's Guide
Basic Printing Workflow
Enhanced Printing Options
Windows Software
Mac OS X Software
Handling Paper
Adjustments for Better Print Quality
Printer Parts
Control Panel
Network Setting
Maintenance and Consumables
Troubleshooting
Error Message
Specifications
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  • Page 1 Large Format Printer User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling Paper Adjustments for Better Print Quality Printer Parts Control Panel Network Setting Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Specifications Appendix ver1.40 2011-07-08...
  • Page 2 Note In order to be printed easily, this PDF-format manual is converted from the HTML-format instruction manual included on the "User Manuals CD-ROM" supplied with the printer. Thus, there are descriptions that are applied only in HTML format, and functions (video display function, etc.) that cannot be used. We appreciate your understanding.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Con t ents Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets ......................... 2 Turning the Printer On and Off ............................3 Loading and Printing on Rolls ............................6 Loading and Printing on Sheets ............................9 Printing in Windows ............................... 11 Printing from Mac OS X ..............................
  • Page 4 Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size ........................69 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ..................... 69 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) ................... 72 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ........................75 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ....................
  • Page 5 Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees ................... 174 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows) ..............174 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) ..............176 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins ............180 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) .........
  • Page 6 Starting Preview ................................247 Preview Main Window ..............................248 Dialog Area .................................. 251 Enlarge/Reduce the screen display ..........................252 Moving a Page ................................252 Using the ruler ................................253 Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees ......................... 253 Printing with Selecting the Layout ..........................255 Print on the Center ................................
  • Page 7 The Features of HDI Driver ............................358 Operating Environment ..............................358 Installation Procedure ..............................359 Installing with the Canon Installer ..........................359 Installing with the Add-A-Plotter Wizard ......................... 367 Opening the Plotter Configuration Dialog Box ......................371 Opening from the AutoCAD File Menu ........................372 Opening from the Start Menu ...........................
  • Page 8 Showing the Total Amount of Ink and Paper Consumed ..................... 405 Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access ............................406 Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ........................407 Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ......................407 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ..............408 Media Configuration Tool The Features of Media Configuration Tool ........................
  • Page 9 Color Settings Panel ..............................469 Color Adjustment ..............................470 Matching ................................... 473 Driver Matching Mode ............................475 ICC Matching Mode .............................. 476 ColorSync ................................477 Preferences Dialog Box ..............................477 Zoom Dialog Box ................................. 478 Go to Page Dialog Box ..............................478 Print with No Borders ..............................
  • Page 10 Setting the Print Parameters ............................528 Paper Settings Panel ..............................529 Easy Settings ................................531 Advanced Settings ..............................532 Output Settings Panel ..............................534 Color Settings Panel ..............................536 Driver Matching Mode .............................. 537 ICC Matching Mode ..............................538 ColorSync .................................. 539 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER ...............
  • Page 11 Removing Sheets ................................609 Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker ............................. 611 Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead ..............................619 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors (Head Posi. Adj.) ............... 619 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors (Head Posi. Adj.) ..............621 Adjusting Line Misalignment (Head Inc.
  • Page 12 Network Setting Network Environment Network Environment ..............................694 Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI ................................697 Initial Settings Configuring the IP Address on the Printer ........................700 Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel ................... 701 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands ................702 Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings ........................
  • Page 13 Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior ............................757 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover ............................. 757 Other Maintenance Preparing to Transfer the Printer ..........................763 Updating the Firmware ..............................767 Consumables Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions ............................770 Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) ........................
  • Page 14 Cannot print over a network Cannot connect the printer to the network ........................796 Cannot print over a TCP/IP network ..........................796 Cannot print over a NetWare network .......................... 797 Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks ...................... 797 Installation problems Removing Installed Printer Drivers ..........................
  • Page 15 Messages regarding ink Ink insufficient................................823 No ink left..................................823 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected..................... 823 Unable to detect ink level correctly..........................823 Close Ink Tank Cover ..............................824 Ink tank is empty................................824 Not much ink is left.
  • Page 16 Appendix How to use this manual About This User Manual .............................. 841 Searching Topics ................................842 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing ........................844 Disposal of the product WEEE Directive ................................852...
  • Page 17: Basic Printing Workflow 1

    Basic Printing Workflow > Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure Canceling print jobs Pausing Printing iPF650...
  • Page 18: Printing Procedure

    Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets ......................2 Turning the Printer On and Off ........................... 3 Loading and Printing on Rolls ..........................6 Loading and Printing on Sheets ......................... 9 Printing in Windows ............................11 Printing from Mac OS X ............................
  • Page 19: Turning The Printer On And Off

    Turning the printer on Press the Power button to turn on the printer. The printer will now start up. After the Display Screen shows the Canon logo, "Starting up... Please wait." is displayed. iPF650 Turning the Printer On and Off...
  • Page 20 Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > The Power Lamp is lit when the printer finishes starting up, and the printer is now in Standby. The printer will not go into Standby in the following situations. Take the appropriate action. •...
  • Page 21 Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > Turning the printer off Important • Never disconnect the printer's power supply or unplug it during a print job. This may damage the printer. Make sure no print jobs are in progress. If the Message Lamp is flashing, check the message on the Display Screen and take action as necessary. (See "Error Messages.") →P.810 If the Data Lamp is flashing, the printer is receiving a print job.
  • Page 22: Loading And Printing On Rolls

    Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > Hold down the Power button for more than a second. After "Shut Down.. Please Wait.." is shown on the Display Screen, the printer shuts off. Loading and Printing on Rolls These are the basic steps for loading and printing on rolls. Follow these steps to load and print on rolls.
  • Page 23 Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > Load the roll on the Roll Holder. (See "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls.") →P.575 Load the roll in the printer. (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.579 iPF650 Loading and Printing on Rolls...
  • Page 24 Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > Select the type of paper. (See "Changing the Type of Paper.") →P.583 Note • If no barcode has been printed on the roll and you have set ManageRemainRoll to On, specify the roll length after the type of paper. (See "Specifying the Paper Length.") →P.585 Complete settings in the printer driver for the type of paper and other details.
  • Page 25: Loading And Printing On Sheets

    Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > Send the print job. • Printing in Windows →P.11 • Printing from Mac OS X →P.12 The printer now starts printing the print job. Loading and Printing on Sheets These are the basic steps for loading sheets and then printing. Follow the steps below to load and print on sheets.
  • Page 26 Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > Turn the printer on. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") →P.3 Complete settings in the printer driver for the type of paper and other details. • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver(Windows) →P.209 •...
  • Page 27: Printing In Windows

    Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > Load the sheet. (See "Loading Sheets in the Printer.") →P.602 The printer now starts printing the print job. Printing in Windows Print from the application menu. Important • We recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may interrupt the transfer of print data and affect printing quality.
  • Page 28: Printing From Mac Os X

    Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > After confirming that the printer is selected in the dialog box, click Print or OK to start printing. Note • The appearance of the dialog box varies depending on the software application. In most cases, the dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer, specify the range of pages, number of copies, and so on.
  • Page 29 Basic Printing Workflow > Printing procedure > Important • During this setup process, the printer will not be listed among available printers if it is off or disconnected. Printing from the application software In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note •...
  • Page 30: Canceling Print Jobs

    Basic Printing Workflow > Canceling print jobs > Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel ....................14 Canceling Print Jobs from Windows ......................... 15 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X ....................... 16 Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel To cancel printing or reception of print jobs, press the Stop button on the Control Panel.
  • Page 31: Canceling Print Jobs From Windows

    Basic Printing Workflow > Canceling print jobs > Canceling Print Jobs from Windows In the printer window, you can cancel jobs that are being sent to the printer. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, you can cancel print jobs that have already been received by the printer or that are currently being printed.
  • Page 32: Canceling Print Jobs From Mac Os X

    Basic Printing Workflow > Canceling print jobs > Note • The screen may differ slightly depending on the model you are using. Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X In the printer window, you can cancel jobs that are being sent to the printer. Otherwise, you can cancel jobs from imagePROGRAF Printmonitor if they have been received by the printer or are current- ly being printed.
  • Page 33 Basic Printing Workflow > Canceling print jobs > If there are no jobs in the printer window that can be canceled, (that is, if the print data has already been sent to the printer), click Utility to display imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. Select the print job to cancel and click to delete the print job.
  • Page 34 Basic Printing Workflow > Canceling print jobs > Exit imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. In the printer window, click Resume Printer. Important • Always follow these steps if you cancel print jobs from imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. If you do not restart job processing, the next job cannot be printed. Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X iPF650...
  • Page 35: Pausing Printing

    Basic Printing Workflow > Pausing Printing > Pausing Printing Pausing Printing ..............................19 Pausing Printing During printing, if you set Pause Print in the Control Panel menu to On, printing is stopped at that point and the printer enters a state in which printing is paused. (See "Control Panel Display.") →P.652 Printing from the job queue is not possible in this state.
  • Page 36: Enhanced Printing Options

    Enhanced Printing Options > Enhanced Printing Options Choosing Paper for Printing Printing Photos and Office Documents Printing CAD Drawings Adjusting Images Printing enlargements or reductions Printing at full size Borderless Printing Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Centering originals Conserving roll paper Checking Images Before Printing...
  • Page 37: Choosing Paper For Printing

    Enhanced Printing Options > Choosing Paper for Printing > Choosing Paper for Printing Choosing a Paper for Printing ........................... 21 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ....................... 21 Choosing a Paper for Printing Choosing the right paper for your particular printing application will give you the best printing results. •...
  • Page 38: Printing Photos And Office Documents

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Printing Photos and Office Documents Printing Photos and Images ..........................22 Printing Photos and Images (Windows) ......................23 Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) ...................... 25 Printing Office Documents ..........................29 Printing Office Documents (Windows) ......................
  • Page 39: Printing Photos And Office Documents

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > • Print Quality Choose the print quality. The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution. Print Quality Description Highest A setting for printing at the highest resolution when quality is most important. Print- ing takes longer and consumes more ink than in other modes, but this mode offers superior printing quality.
  • Page 40 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Premium Glossy Paper 200. In the Media Type, choose the type of paper used for printing, such as Glossy Paper, Coated Paper, and so on.
  • Page 41: Printing Photos And Images (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click 10"x12". Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
  • Page 42 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 43 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Premium Glossy Paper 200. Make sure the paper you select is loaded in the printer. Note •...
  • Page 44 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note •...
  • Page 45: Printing Office Documents

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Make sure Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specified in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box—in this case, 10"x12". Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "...
  • Page 46: Printing Office Documents (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Note • You can check the settings values for each print target by clicking View Settings. • You can also fine-tune these values as needed. (Advanced Settings) For details on Advanced Settings, see " Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing "...
  • Page 47 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, click Office Document in the Print Target list.
  • Page 48: Printing Office Documents (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4. Click Manual in the Paper Source list.
  • Page 49 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 50 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, click Office Document in the Print Target list.
  • Page 51 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Access the Page Setup pane. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4 - for Paper Tray (Large Margins).
  • Page 52: Using Posterartist To Compose Originals

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Mac OS X) " →P.436 Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals You can print a variety of source documents from word-processing or spreadsheet programs or screen shots from web browsers after composing an original with them using PosterArtist.
  • Page 53 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click in the Edit Using PosterArtist in the Page Layout list. When you attempt to print, PosterArtist starts up and the PageCapture window is displayed. (At this point, the document will not be printed yet.) Choose the page to load in PosterArtist.
  • Page 54 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing Photos and Office Documents > Edit and rearrange the image in the PosterArtist window as desired. Important • Without closing the PosterArtist window, repeat steps 1-8 to arrange originals from multiple appli- cations on the same page. Note •...
  • Page 55: Printing Cad Drawings

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing CAD Drawings > Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings ............................. 39 Printing Line Drawings and Text ........................39 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows) ....................40 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS X) ....................42 Printing from AutoCAD ............................
  • Page 56: Printing Cad Drawings

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing CAD Drawings > Print Target Description CAD (Monochrome Line Settings optimized to print black lines in CAD drawings Drawing ) clearly. Perspective, GIS Settings optimized for printing 3D CAD drawings, perspec- tive drawings, and maps, including GIS maps. Note •...
  • Page 57 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing CAD Drawings > Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.(See " Accessing the Printer ") Driver Dialog Box from Applications(Windows) →P.217 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed.
  • Page 58: Printing Line Drawings And Text (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing CAD Drawings > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A3. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
  • Page 59 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing CAD Drawings > This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 60 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing CAD Drawings > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, click CAD (Color Line Drawing) or CAD (Monochrome Line Drawing ) in the Print Target list.
  • Page 61 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing CAD Drawings > Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note •...
  • Page 62: Printing From Autocad

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing CAD Drawings > Make sure Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specified in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A3. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "...
  • Page 63: Specifying Colors And Printing Cad Drawings

    The Printing dialog box is displayed. Printer Driver Optimization Module for AutoCAD is installed if in Plotter of Printer/plotter this is dis- played:iPFxxxx - Optimized driver - by Canon Inc.. Installation of Printer Driver Optimization Module for AutoCAD If Printer Driver Optimization Module for AutoCAD is not installed, install it by the following method.
  • Page 64: Specifying Colors And Printing Cad Drawings (Windows)

    Color (CAD) 2 Print in brighter colors. Color (CAD) 3 Print with approximate colors emulating Canon iPF500, iPF600, iPF700, iPF510, iPF610, iPF710, iPF605, iPF720, iPF810, iPF820. Color (CAD) 4 Print emulating the HP Designjet 500/800, in colors resembling colors produced by these printers.
  • Page 65 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing CAD Drawings > Select the printer, and then display the printer properties dialog box. Click the Device Settings tab to display the Device Settings sheet. iPF650 Specifying Colors and Printing CAD Drawings (Windows)
  • Page 66: Hp-Gl/2 Printing

    • Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) →P.63 HP-GL/2 Printing This printer supports the original Canon GARO printer control language as well as HP-GL/2 and HP RTL( *1 →P.50 emulation.( *2 ) When printing from applications that support HP-GL/2 output, specify HP-GL/2 in the applica- →P.50...
  • Page 67: Adjusting Images

    Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Adjusting Images Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ......................51 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) ................. 53 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X) ................57 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing ............. 60 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) .............
  • Page 68 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Adjustment Item Description Saturation Adjust the level of color saturation, in a range from subdued to vivid. Note • Click Object Adjustment to open the Object Adjustment dialog box, which allows you to select the color adjustment target from Image, Graphics, and Text.
  • Page 69: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Matching Method Description Remarks The available options and their display Colorimetric Color-matching optimized for printing order vary depending on your selected image data with accurate colors in input color-matching mode, as well as the op- color space.
  • Page 70 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Color in the Color Mode list. Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF650...
  • Page 71 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Click Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Color Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Cyan Magenta Yellow...
  • Page 72 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Confirm the settings of Page Size, Paper Source, and so on. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Windows) "...
  • Page 73: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to fine-tune the color tone of photos before printing. This sets the Format for and Paper Size.
  • Page 74 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Color in the Color Mode list. Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X) iPF650...
  • Page 75 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Click Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Cyan Magenta Yellow...
  • Page 76: Giving Priority To Particular Graphic Elements And Colors For Printing

    Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Access the Page Setup pane. Confirm the settings of Paper Source and Page Size. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Mac OS X) "...
  • Page 77 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Print Priority (*1) Description Image A setting for posters or other documents made up mainly of photos or images, or for emphasizing photos or images in printed documents. Line Drawing/Text Choose this setting for CAD drawings made up mainly of intricate lines, or wall newspapers and other notices with a large amount of text.
  • Page 78 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Setting Item Options Description Color Adjustment Brightness If you choose Monochrome or Monochrome Contrast (BK ink) in Color Mode only Brightness and Saturation Contrast can be adjusted. Image, Graphics, and Text are available as Object Adjustment options.
  • Page 79: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. As an example, this topic describes how to print CAD drawings as clearly as possible, with sharp lines and text. Choose Print in the application menu.
  • Page 80 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Line Drawing/Text in the Print Priority list. Click High (1200dpi) in the Print Quality list. Note • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. Click Color (CAD) in the Color Mode list.
  • Page 81 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Confirm the settings of Page Size, Paper Source, and so on. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Windows) "...
  • Page 82: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. As an example, this topic describes how to print CAD drawings as clearly as possible, with sharp lines and text. This sets the Format for and Paper Size.
  • Page 83 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Line Drawing in the Print Priority list. iPF650 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X)
  • Page 84 Enhanced Printing Options > Adjusting Images > Click High(1200dpi) in the Print Quality list. Note • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the type of paper. Click Color (CAD) in the Color Mode list. To adjust the color, click Set.
  • Page 85: Printing Enlargements Or Reductions

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size ..................... 69 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ................69 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) ................72 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ......................
  • Page 86 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box.(See " Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications(Windows) ") →P.217...
  • Page 87 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm).
  • Page 88: Resizing Originals To Match The Paper Size (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type •...
  • Page 89 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
  • Page 90 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note •...
  • Page 91: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Make sure Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specified in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Make sure Fit Paper Size is selected.
  • Page 92: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > • Fit Roll Paper Width Enlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper width, as desired. For instructions on resizing originals to match the roll paper width, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system.
  • Page 93 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the printing application in the Print Target list.
  • Page 94: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11").
  • Page 95 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) • Paper: Roll paper • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: 16 inches (406.4 mm) This sets the Format for and Paper Size.
  • Page 96 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 97: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm). Note •...
  • Page 98: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > • Scaling Enlarge or reduce originals by a particular amount, as desired. For instructions on entering a scaling value to resize originals, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system.
  • Page 99 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the printing application in the Print Target list.
  • Page 100 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application.
  • Page 101: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type •...
  • Page 102 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
  • Page 103 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note •...
  • Page 104 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing enlargements or reductions > Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click Scaling and enter 120.
  • Page 105: Printing At Full Size

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > Printing at full size Printing on Oversized Paper ..........................89 Printing at Full Size (Windows) ........................90 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) ........................92 Borderless Printing at Actual Size ........................95 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) ....................
  • Page 106: Printing At Full Size (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > Note • Paper larger than the maximum size supported by the printer cannot be used as paper for oversized printing.(See " Paper Sizes ") →P.569 • To specify a non-standard paper size in oversized printing, register the paper size as a Custom Paper Size.
  • Page 107 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Click Size Options to display the Paper Size Options dialog box.
  • Page 108: Printing At Full Size (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) •...
  • Page 109 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
  • Page 110 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note •...
  • Page 111: Borderless Printing At Actual Size

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > Make sure Page Size shows the original size as specified in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box— in this case, ISO A4 - Oversize. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
  • Page 112 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > Important • Borderless printing is only available with rolls. • Paper you can use for borderless printing is restricted to particular types of paper and rolls of particular widths. For information on types of paper compatible with borderless printing, refer to the Paper Refer- ence Guide.
  • Page 113: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > • Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) →P.97 • Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X) →P.99 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. •...
  • Page 114 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the source application.
  • Page 115: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > Select the Borderless Printing check box to display the Information dialog box. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, click 10-in. Roll (254.0mm). Click OK to close the Information dialog box.
  • Page 116 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 117 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 118 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Confirm that the roll paper width matches the paper size. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, 10 in.
  • Page 119 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing at full size > Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Mac OS X) " →P.436 iPF650 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X)
  • Page 120: Borderless Printing

    Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size .................... 104 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ......... 105 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) ........108 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ...............
  • Page 121: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Match The Paper Size (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > • Fit Paper Size Enlarge or reduce the original to match the size of the paper you are using. Note • The printer driver automatically enlarges originals 3 mm (0.12 in) past the dimensions of the paper on each side.
  • Page 122 Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
  • Page 123 Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click 10"x12". Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the Borderless Printing check box to display the Information dialog box.
  • Page 124: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Match The Paper Size (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. •...
  • Page 125 Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > In the Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click 10"x12". Note • All sizes are available in borderless printing if you resize originals to match the paper size. If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu.
  • Page 126 Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note •...
  • Page 127: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width

    Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box—in this case, 10"x12". On the Page Setup pane, select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Select the Borderless Printing check box.
  • Page 128 Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Important • Borderless printing is only available with rolls. • Paper you can use for borderless printing is restricted to particular types of paper and rolls of particular widths. For information on types of paper compatible with borderless printing, refer to the Paper Refer- ence Guide.
  • Page 129: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the roll width, based on the following ex- ample. • Document: Any type •...
  • Page 130 Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11").
  • Page 131: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, click 10-in. Roll (254.0mm). Click OK to close the Information dialog box. Borderless Printing Method, make sure Scale to fit Roll Paper Width is selected. Confirm the print settings and print as desired.
  • Page 132 Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 133 Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 134 Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Infor- mation on the Main pane to update the printer information.
  • Page 135 Enhanced Printing Options > Borderless Printing > Select the Borderless Printing check box. This ensures that Fit Roll Paper Width is automatically selected in Enlarged/Reduced Printing. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Mac OS X) "...
  • Page 136: Printing Banners Or At Other Non-Standard Sizes

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) ..............120 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) ..........121 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS X) ..........126 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes ......................
  • Page 137: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) By automatic enlargement of a document created with an application software by the printer driver, you can print maximum 18.0 m vertical or horizontal banners. However, you may not be able to print 18.0 m due to restrictions in the settable document size according to the application software.
  • Page 138: Enhanced Printing Options 20

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Click Size Options to display the Paper Size Options dialog box. Enter a desired paper name in Custom Paper Size Name.
  • Page 139 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Creating the banner in the application Follow the steps below to create the banner in Microsoft Word using the Custom Paper Size you registered. Start Microsoft Word. Choose Page Setup from the File menu to display the Page Setup dialog box. Under Paper Size, click the Custom Paper Size you registered—My Horizontal Banner in this example.
  • Page 140 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, click Poster in the Print Target list.
  • Page 141 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > In the Page Size list, click the size you registered, My Horizontal Banner. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Note • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not displayed on the Page Setup sheet, clear the Borderless Printing check box.
  • Page 142: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > If printing is unsuccessful, you may be able to print after completing the following setting. On the Layout sheet, click Special Settings to display the Special Settings dialog box. In the FineZoom Settings list, click Yes.
  • Page 143: Register A Custom Page Sizes

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > The print procedure is as follows. In the application, create an original in the format of a horizontal or vertical banner. In Page Setup, register Custom Page Sizes (Mac OS X 10.3.9–10.5) / Custom Paper Sizes (Mac OS X 10.6). Once you register Custom Page Sizes / Custom Paper Sizes, you then can select it repeatedly from the paper size list.
  • Page 144 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Click Manage Custom Sizes in the Paper Size list to display the Custom Page Sizes dialog box. Double-click Untitled in the list at left, and then enter a name for the page size you want to register. Here, enter 100*500.
  • Page 145 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list.
  • Page 146: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm). Note •...
  • Page 147: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > For instructions on specifying non-standard paper sizes for printing, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) →P.131 •...
  • Page 148 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, select from the Print Target list.
  • Page 149 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Click Size Options to display the Paper Size Options dialog box. Enter a desired paper name in Custom Paper Size Name. 430 mm Square is used in this example. Select mm in Units.
  • Page 150 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, select from the Print Target list.
  • Page 151: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Click Custom Size in the Page Size list to display the Custom Size Settings dialog box. Confirm that mm is selected in Units. Enter 430 (16.9 in) in both Width and Height.
  • Page 152 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the Printer list. Click Manage Custom Sizes in the Paper Size list to display the Custom Page Sizes dialog box. In Page Size, enter the height and width of the original.
  • Page 153 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
  • Page 154 Enhanced Printing Options > Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes > Access the Page Setup pane. Click Cut Sheet in the Paper Source list. Page Size, make sure 430*430 is displayed, as registered in Page Setup. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
  • Page 155: Tiling And Multiple Pages Per Sheet

    Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other ....................139 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) ................. 140 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS X) ................ 142 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously ......................
  • Page 156: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > • imagePROGRAF Free Layout (Macintosh) Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine originals from multiple files—even multi- ple source applications—in a single-page layout. For instructions on arranging originals from multiple applications, refer to the following topics. •...
  • Page 157 Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click Free Layout in the Page Layout list. iPF650 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows)
  • Page 158: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > When you attempt to print, the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. (At this point, the document will not be printed yet.) Edit and rearrange the image in the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. Note •...
  • Page 159 > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Access the Page Setup pane. Select the Free Layout check box. Click Print. The Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. iPF650 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS X)
  • Page 160: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously

    Edit and rearrange the image in the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. Note • Without closing the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window, repeat steps 1 to 4 to arrange originals from multiple applications on the same page. • For instructions on editing and rearranging images, refer to the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Lay- out help topic.
  • Page 161: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. •...
  • Page 162 Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Click Roll Paper Options to display the Roll Paper Options dialog box. Select the Banner Printing check box.
  • Page 163: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. •...
  • Page 164 Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, click the type of paper that is loaded.
  • Page 165: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet

    Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the Paper Source list. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Mac OS X) "...
  • Page 166: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Important • This function cannot be combined with the following options. • Borderless Printing • Scaling Originals (Windows) • Banner Printing (Windows) • When printing using this function, the Print Centered setting is disabled. Note •...
  • Page 167 Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list.
  • Page 168 Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application software. In this case, click ISO A3 or Letter (8.5"x11").
  • Page 169: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click 4 Pages/Sheet in the Page Layout list. Note • You can select the layout order for placing four pages on a sheet and a frame border in the Page Layout Printing dialog box by clicking Set.
  • Page 170 Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 171 Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Access the Layout pane. Click 4 in the Pages per Sheet list. Note • You can choose the layout order and specify a boundary line for the four pages in Layout Direc- tion and Border.
  • Page 172 Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note •...
  • Page 173: Printing Posters In Sections

    Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Make sure Page Size shows the original size as specified in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box— in this case, ISO A3. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
  • Page 174: Printing Large Posters (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Note • This method of poster printing is supported in Windows. Printing Large Posters (Windows) You can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assembling the printed sheets, you can create a post- er larger than the maximum supported paper size of the printer.
  • Page 175 Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A2. Click Manual in the Paper Source list.
  • Page 176 Enhanced Printing Options > Tiling and multiple pages per sheet > Select the Page Layout check box. Click Poster (2 x 2) in the Page Layout list. Note • Follow the steps below to print only a portion of the poster as divided for printing. •...
  • Page 177: Centering Originals

    Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls ....................... 161 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) ..................161 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) ..................163 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets ......................167 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) ..................
  • Page 178 Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
  • Page 179: Printing Originals Centered On Rolls (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
  • Page 180 Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 181 Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 182 Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width —in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Infor- mation on the Main pane to update the printer information.
  • Page 183: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets

    Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Mac OS X) " →P.436 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets You can print originals centered on a page—for example, if the paper is larger than the original, or if you are reducing the original.
  • Page 184 Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
  • Page 185 Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click Match Page Size in the Paper Size list.
  • Page 186: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 • Paper: Sheets •...
  • Page 187 Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
  • Page 188 Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > Access the Page Setup pane. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4 - for Paper Tray (Large Margins). Select the Print Centered check box.
  • Page 189 Enhanced Printing Options > Centering originals > Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Mac OS X) " →P.436 Important • If you have selected Manual as the paper source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size.
  • Page 190: Conserving Roll Paper

    Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees ................174 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows) ............174 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) ............176 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins ..........
  • Page 191 Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box.(See " Accessing the Printer Driver ") Dialog Box from Applications(Windows) →P.217 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
  • Page 192: Conserving Roll Paper By Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
  • Page 193 Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 194 Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
  • Page 195 Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width —in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Infor- mation on the Main pane to update the printer information.
  • Page 196: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Mac OS X) " →P.436 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins You can conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings as suitable for your original.
  • Page 197 Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.(See " Accessing the Printer ") Driver Dialog Box from Applications(Windows) →P.217 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed.
  • Page 198 Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11").
  • Page 199: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper) check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Windows) "...
  • Page 200 Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 201 Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
  • Page 202 Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width —in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Infor- mation on the Main pane to update the printer information.
  • Page 203 Enhanced Printing Options > Conserving roll paper > Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Mac OS X) " →P.436 iPF650 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS X)
  • Page 204: Checking Images Before Printing

    Enhanced Printing Options > Checking Images Before Printing > Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................188 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing You can check the print layout on the preview screen. •...
  • Page 205 Enhanced Printing Options > Checking Images Before Printing > • Preview (Macintosh) While viewing the preview screen, you can also adjust layout or size settings, and your changes will be instantly ap- plied on the preview screen. For instructions on how to check the layout before printing, refer to the following topics: •...
  • Page 206: Other Useful Settings Printing With Watermarks

    Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Other useful settings Printing With Watermarks ..........................190 Printing with Watermarks— COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) ............191 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation ................ 194 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) ..........194 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS X) ..........
  • Page 207: Printing With Watermarks- Copy, File Copy, And So On (Windows)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Note • Watermarks are supported in Windows. • In addition to the provided watermarks, you can create up to 50 original watermarks. For detailed instructions on printing with watermarks, refer to the following topics: •...
  • Page 208 Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Make your selection in the Print Target list. Note • You can check the settings values selected in the Print Target list by clicking View Settings. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application software.
  • Page 209 Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Watermark check box. Click FILE COPY in the Watermarks list. Note • Click Edit Watermark to open the Edit Watermark dialog box. In the Edit Watermark dialog box, you can create custom watermarks and change the position and angle of watermarks.
  • Page 210: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation

    Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation You can specify the original orientation to match the orientation of the paper for printing. • Orientation Paper is usually loaded in the printer in portrait orientation. When you have an original in landscape orientation, you can specify the printing orientation so that the original is printed in landscape orientation.
  • Page 211 Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 212: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11").
  • Page 213 Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 214 Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
  • Page 215 Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note •...
  • Page 216: Using Favorites

    Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Mac OS X) " →P.436 Using Favorites You can register print settings as Favorites to reuse settings from a particular job that met your expectations, or settings for a particular page size that you will use repeatedly.
  • Page 217 Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.(See " Accessing the Printer ") Driver Dialog Box from Applications(Windows) →P.217 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
  • Page 218: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac Os X)

    Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Confirm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings(Windows) " →P.212 Roll paper will be automatically cut after printing. Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically after printing (using the auto cut function), as well as how to print a cut line for manual cutting.
  • Page 219 Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Select the printer in the Printer list. Choose the original size in the Paper Size list. If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu.
  • Page 220 Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Set to display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box. Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS X) iPF650...
  • Page 221 Enhanced Printing Options > Other useful settings > To enable automatic cutting, click Printer Default in the Automatic Cutting list. If you prefer to cut the paper later yourself, click Print Cut Guideline. Important • If the automatic cut function has been deactivated on the printer, change the auto cut setting on the printer Control Panel.
  • Page 222: Windows Software

    Windows Software > Windows Software Printer Driver Preview Free Layout Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Print Plug-In for Office HDI Driver Status Monitor Accounting Digital Photo Front-Access Device Setup Utility Media Configuration Tool iPF650...
  • Page 223: Printer Driver Settings

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ............................. 207 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ......................209 Confirming Print Settings ..........................212 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................213 Using Favorites ............................... 214 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................
  • Page 224 Windows Software > Printer Driver > For information on the Windows printer driver settings, refer to the following topics. • Main Sheet →P.220 You can specify the type of paper, color processing, print quality, print preview, and other settings. Choose Easy Set- tings to specify basic print settings based on the printing application or Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired.
  • Page 225: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > You can view support information and the user manual. • Device Settings Sheet →P.245 You can display settings for optional equipment installed on the printer and see the version information for the printer driver. imagePROGRAF Free Layout is a feature for freely arranging originals from various source applications on a single page as desired before printing.
  • Page 226 Windows Software > Printer Driver > Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Note • Click the Get Information button to display the Paper Information on Printer dialog box. On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the print- er and configure printer driver settings for the feed source and type of paper.
  • Page 227 Windows Software > Printer Driver > Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, select the size of the original as specified in the application. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected roll paper in Paper Source, select the width of the loaded roll in Roll Paper Width.
  • Page 228: Confirming Print Settings

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Confirming Print Settings There are two ways to confirm the print settings, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main, Page Setup, and Layout sheets. By checking illus- trations and numerical values in the preview, you can confirm current settings for the page size, orientation, paper source, layout, and so on.
  • Page 229: Checking The Layout In A Preview Before Printing

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.(See " Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ") →P.217...
  • Page 230: Using Favorites

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > After you click OK, when you print a job, the imagePROGRAF Preview window will be displayed. Note • If PageComposer is running, access the Special Settings dialog box from the Layout sheet and clear Enable Preview Switching.
  • Page 231 Windows Software > Printer Driver > Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. Click Add to display the Add dialog box. Enter a desired name in Name, such as Photos for Presentations or Monthly Report. Choose a fitting icon for these print settings in the Icon list. In Comment, enter a description of the favorite to be added, as desired.
  • Page 232 Windows Software > Printer Driver > Click OK to close the Add dialog box. The favorite you have added is now displayed in Favorites. Note • To save a favorite as a file, click Export and specify the file to save. Printing using the favorite Follow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered.
  • Page 233: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Confirm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For instructions on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings " →P.212 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications Choose Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Select the printer, and then display the printer driver dialog box.
  • Page 234: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From The Operating System Menu

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. Note • The titles of dialog boxes may vary depending on the application, and sheets other than these six sheets may be displayed.
  • Page 235 Windows Software > Printer Driver > Select the printer, and then display the printer properties dialog box. Click Printing Preferences to display the Printing Preferences dialog box, titled with the name of this printer. Note • The Device Settings sheet is also an extension of the printer driver.(See " Device Settings ") Sheet →P.245...
  • Page 236: Main Sheet

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the operating system menu, changes you make to the settings will apply to all applications you use for printing.
  • Page 237 Windows Software > Printer Driver > Common Items • Media Type Select the type of paper. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide.(See " Types of Pa- ") →P.568 • Get Information Displays Paper Information on Printer.
  • Page 238 Windows Software > Printer Driver > • Defaults Restores all settings on the sheet to the default values. Configuration using Easy Settings • Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. • Printing Photos and Images →P.22 •...
  • Page 239 Windows Software > Printer Driver > Configuration using Advanced Settings • Print Priority Choose the graphic elements that you want to emphasize for printing. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing →P.60 • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. •...
  • Page 240: Paper Information On Printer Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > • Sharpen Text Activate this option to print text more sharply. • Economy Printing Select this checkbox to reduce the amount of ink consumed during printing. However, the print quality is worse than for normal printing. Select this mode if you want to conserve ink when checking drawings, for example.
  • Page 241: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driv- er help. Note • To display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main sheet, click Settings by Media Type.(See "...
  • Page 242: View Settings Dialog Box For The Printing Application

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • To display the View Settings dialog box, on the Main sheet, click View Settings by Print Target.(See "...
  • Page 243 Windows Software > Printer Driver > Note • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Ad- vanced Settings.(See " Main Sheet ") →P.220 • Sample Type Choose a sample image from Standard, Portrait, Landscape, or Graphics. •...
  • Page 244: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > • Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color ad- justment. • Object Adjustment dialog box: Color →P.228 • Defaults Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. Note •...
  • Page 245: Matching Sheet

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Matching Sheet On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on vari- ous devices. Important • If No color correction is selected under Color Mode, the Matching sheet is not displayed. Note •...
  • Page 246 Windows Software > Printer Driver > ICC Matching Mode, Driver ICM Mode and Host ICM Mode The following options are available when you select ICC Matching Mode, Driver ICM Mode, or Host ICM Mode in the Matching Mode list. • Matching Mode Select the color matching mode to use, as desired.
  • Page 247: Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Ad- vanced Settings.(See "...
  • Page 248: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > • Saturation Not available. • Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color ad- justment. • Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome →P.232 •...
  • Page 249: Page Setup Sheet

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Page Setup Sheet The following settings are available on the Page Setup sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help file. • Page Size Select the page size as specified in the source application. For details on available page sizes, see "...
  • Page 250 Windows Software > Printer Driver > • Print Image with Actual Size Prints documents at their actual size. This function is available when you have selected the size same as the width of Roll Paper for either the length or width of the document from the Page Size list.
  • Page 251: Paper Size Options Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > • Roll Paper Options Complete optional roll paper settings. Click to display the Roll Paper Options dialog box. Under Automatic Cutting, you can specify Yes or No and Print Cut Guideline. • Cutting Roll Paper After Printing →P.200 Select Banner Printing when printing multiple pages continuously.
  • Page 252 Windows Software > Printer Driver > Note • To display the Paper Size Options dialog box, on the Page Setup sheet, click Paper Size Options.(See " Page Setup Sheet ") →P.233 • Paper Size List Shows the names and sizes of paper that can be used with the printer driver. •...
  • Page 253: Layout Sheet

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Layout Sheet The following settings are available on the Layout sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • Page Layout Activate this setting to select a particular page layout. •...
  • Page 254: Page Options Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > • Printing Originals Centered on Sheets →P.167 • Rotate 180 degrees Activate this option to rotate document images by 180 degrees before printing. • No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper) Activate this setting to print the next image skipping blank areas above and below printable data in documents, which enables you to conserve the paper.
  • Page 255: Special Settings Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > • Print Date Select where the date is printed, as desired. To print the time as well, select Print Time Also. • Print User Name Select where the user name is printed, as desired. •...
  • Page 256: Favorites Sheet

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > • FineZoom Settings This function is used in large-format printing. Normally, choose Auto. If documents are not printed correctly on large- format paper, it may help to select Yes, and if fine lines are not visible or if images are distorted when printed, it may help to select No.
  • Page 257 Windows Software > Printer Driver > • Favorites Printing favorites you have created are listed with Default Settings favorites. • Using Favorites →P.200 • Settings Details Displays details of the favorite selected in the Favorites. • Comment Displays notes registered in the favorite. •...
  • Page 258: Utility Sheet

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Utility Sheet The following items can be executed on the Utility sheet. For details on the utilities, refer to the relevant utility help. • Maintenance Click to start the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, which offers the following maintenance for the printer. •...
  • Page 259: Support Sheet

    On the Support sheet, you can view support information and the user's manual. • Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can find the latest information on the printer and consumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information. •...
  • Page 260: Settings Summaries Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Settings Summaries Dialog Box The Settings Summaries dialog box enables you to confirm the settings for the Main, Page Setup, Layout, and Favorites sheets. • Copy Click to copy the settings information to the clipboard. You can paste the settings information into a file created with a text editor or similar application.
  • Page 261: Device Settings Sheet

    Windows Software > Printer Driver > Device Settings Sheet Many settings items on the printer properties sheets are controlled by Windows applications. However, the Device Settings sheet is for configuring the printer, and it is an extension of the printer driver. The following settings are available on the Device Settings sheet.
  • Page 262: The Features Of Preview

    Windows Software > Preview > Preview The Features of Preview ..........................246 Operating Environment ........................... 246 Starting Preview .............................. 247 Preview Main Window ............................. 248 Dialog Area ..............................251 Enlarge/Reduce the screen display ........................ 252 Moving a Page ..............................252 Using the ruler ..............................
  • Page 263: Starting Preview

    Windows Software > Preview > Starting Preview Follow the procedure below to start the Preview. Start the apllication software which you use. From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. Note •...
  • Page 264: Preview Main Window

    Windows Software > Preview > Preview main window is displayed. Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, preview and dialog area and status bar. Note • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool bar. •...
  • Page 265 Windows Software > Preview > • Tool Bar This allows you to select tool buttons required for major operations. • Preview Area You can check the settings you made in this area. • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. iPF650 Preview Main Window...
  • Page 266 Windows Software > Preview > For more information about Dialog Area, see "Dialog Area." →P.251 • Status Bar This shows the message, Pages and Output Size. Preview Main Window iPF650...
  • Page 267: Dialog Area

    Windows Software > Preview > Dialog Area You can select the layout and print on the center. • Media Type / Paper Source /Paper Size You can confirm the information that is set. • Layout Selection You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout. For more information about Layout Selection, see "Printing with Selecting the Layout."...
  • Page 268: Enlarge/Reduce The Screen Display

    Windows Software > Preview > • No Spaces at Top or Bottom You can save paper on not to feed roll paper for the empty spaces when the print data contains spaces at the top or bottom. For more information about No Spaces at Top or Bottom, see "Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom." →P.258 Note •...
  • Page 269: Using The Ruler

    Windows Software > Preview > Setting Details Next Page Go to the next page. Last Page Go to the last page. Go To Page Go to the specified page. Note • You can also move a page by clicking on the tool bar. Using the ruler You can confirm the layout with using the ruler.
  • Page 270 Windows Software > Preview > Selecting Rotate 90 Degrees If Possible or Placing a checkmark for Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) on the printer driver Selecting Use Driver Settings Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees iPF650...
  • Page 271: Printing With Selecting The Layout

    Windows Software > Preview > Printing with Selecting the Layout You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout. In Layout Selection, click the layout button to use. Button Details Upper Button Turn at the position of Right Button Turn at the position of Left Button Turn at the position of...
  • Page 272 Windows Software > Preview > Button Details Lower Button Turn at the position of Note • Right Button or Left Button can be selected only when the rotated pages can fit lengthwise across the roll. • By clicking Right Button or Left Button, you can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper.
  • Page 273: Print On The Center

    Windows Software > Preview > Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. Click the Center Originals Across Roll check box on. Click the Print button Printing on the center begins. Note •...
  • Page 274: Not Print Spaces At The Top/Bottom

    Windows Software > Preview > Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom You can save paper on not to feed roll paper for the empty spaces when the print data contains spaces at the top or bottom. Click the No Spaces at Top or Bottom check box on. Click the Print button.
  • Page 275: The Features Of Free Layout

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ........................... 259 Operating Environment ........................... 260 Starting Free Layout ............................260 Free Layout Main Window ..........................262 Detailed Settings ............................. 264 Preferences Dialog Box ..........................265 Page Options Dialog Box ..........................266 Zoom Dialog Box ............................
  • Page 276: Operating Environment

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Operating Environment You can use the Free Layout in the following environments. • Compatible Operating System Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7 Note •...
  • Page 277 Windows Software > Free Layout > Note • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list. Click the OK button to save the settings. Note •...
  • Page 278: Free Layout Main Window

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and status bar. Note • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool and status bar. •...
  • Page 279 Windows Software > Free Layout > • Layout Area This allows you to lay out objects and edit the object size and orientation. • Status Bar This shows the paper size, unit of length, and number of objects. iPF650 Free Layout Main Window...
  • Page 280: Detailed Settings

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Detailed Settings The printer driver opens when you select Detailed Settings from the File menu. The printer driver is used to configure basic settings to match the type of media loaded in the printer. Refer to Printer Driver for details on the printer driver.
  • Page 281: Preferences Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the File menu. This allows you to configure the preferences of Free Layout. • Units Set the unit for paper length, margins, and so on. •...
  • Page 282: Page Options Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Free Layout > • Object Frame Style You can select the object frame style for printing. The following settings are available for the object frame style. Setting Details None You can print with no frame style. Solid Line You can print the solid line as the frame style.
  • Page 283: Zoom Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Note • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. • You can input between 203.2 and 18000.0(mm) (between 8.00 and 708.66(inch)). • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. •...
  • Page 284: Format Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Format Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Format from the Object menu after you select an object. Size Sheet You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. Note • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format. •...
  • Page 285 Windows Software > Free Layout > Setting Details Fit Paper Size Prints by enlarging or reducing each object to match the paper size. If you are using roll paper, objects are enlarged or reduced so that the width of each object matches the width of the roll paper.
  • Page 286: Laying Out A Multiple-File Document On One Page

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Note • When several objects are selected, you cannot display Object Size. Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page You can lay out and print a multiple-file document on one page. From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. Note •...
  • Page 287 Windows Software > Free Layout > In the Page Setup sheet, select Paper Source. Note • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list. iPF650 Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page...
  • Page 288 Windows Software > Free Layout > Note • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. • When you select Free Layout, all other setting items will be disabled. Click the OK button to save the settings. In the Print dialog box, select the pages to print and the number of copies, and click the OK button.
  • Page 289: Laying Out A Document Created With Multiple Application Programs On One Page

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Leaving Free Layout running, open other files with the application software and repeat the above steps. Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page You can lay out and print a document created with multiple application programs on one page. From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box.
  • Page 290 Windows Software > Free Layout > In the Page Setup sheet, select Paper Source. Note • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list. Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF650...
  • Page 291 Windows Software > Free Layout > Note • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. • When you select Free Layout, all other setting items will be disabled. Click the OK button to save the settings. In the Print dialog box, select the pages to print and the number of copies, and click the OK button.
  • Page 292: Selecting An Object

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Leaving Free Layout running, open other files with other application software and repeat the above steps. Selecting an Object When an object is selected, a select box (blue border) appears around the object. Note •...
  • Page 293: Changing The Object Size

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Changing the Object Size You can change the object size by means of mouse operation or by specifying a scaling value. Note • The vertical-to-horizontal ratio remains unchanged when the object is enlarged or reduced. Resizing by means of mouse operation Select an object.
  • Page 294: Rotating An Object

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Place the pointer inside the selection box of the object to show the crosshair handle, and drag it to move the object. Alternatively, you can move the Object Position by changing the values in Vertical Pos, Horizontal Pos and Page Pos in the Format Dialog Box →P.268 Rotating an Object...
  • Page 295: Laying Out Objects Automatically

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Laying out Objects Automatically Click Auto Arrange Object in the tool bar. This automatically lays out objects. Alternatively, you may select Auto Ar- range Object from the Object menu. Note • The object layout order varies depending on the Order setting in the Page Options Dialog Box →P.266 dialog box.
  • Page 296 Windows Software > Free Layout > • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the vertical center. • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bottom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left. Aligning Objects iPF650...
  • Page 297: Changing The Object Overlapping Order

    Windows Software > Free Layout > • Center Horizontally Lays out the objects, justifying them to the horizontal center. • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object.
  • Page 298 Windows Software > Free Layout > • Bring to Front Moves the object to the frontmost position. • Send to Back Moves the object to the backmost position. • Bring Forward Moves the object one position to the front. Changing the Object Overlapping Order iPF650...
  • Page 299: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object

    Windows Software > Free Layout > • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may select Copy or Cut from the Edit menu. Click Paste from the toolbar.
  • Page 300: Folded Duplex Window

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Folded Duplex Window This window is displayed if you select Folded Duplex from the Edit menu after selecting an object. Using the Folded Du- plex function allows you to print with fold lines added. The Folded Duplex window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and status bar.
  • Page 301: Finished Size Settings Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Free Layout > • Layout Area This allows you to check the arrangement and orientation of objects. • Status Bar This shows the paper source, roll paper width, and output size. Finished Size Settings Dialog Box This dialog box is displayed when you select Finished Size Settings from the Edit menu. This allows you to configure finished size settings.
  • Page 302: Binding Settings Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Setting Details Fit Roll Paper Width Prints by automatically enlarging or reducing the entire document so that the width of the document matches the roll paper width. Specify Folded Size Prints by automatically enlarging or reducing the entire document to match the size of the paper.
  • Page 303: Prints Using Folded Duplex

    Windows Software > Free Layout > Note • To not print fold lines, clear the Print Fold Lines checkbox. • Fold Line Color You can select the fold lines. • Fold Line Type You can select the fold lines. The following settings are available for the fold line type. Setting Details Solid Line...
  • Page 304 Windows Software > Free Layout > Configure the Fold Line Color and Fold Line Type from Print Fold Lines. Note • When the Only Print Center and Edges checkbox is selected, fold lines are only printed at the three locations of the center and both edges. Click OK to save the settings.
  • Page 305: The Features Of Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy

    Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ................289 Operating Environment ........................... 289 Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ..................290 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box ..................291 Hot Folder ...............................
  • Page 306: Starting Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy

    Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Follow the procedure below to start the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy. To start by selecting Printers and Faxes from the start button Open the folder of the OS you are using for configuring printers. For example, on Windows XP click the start button on the desktop, and then select Printers and Faxes.
  • Page 307: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box

    Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Note • If you click on the Add to Startup folder check box in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, the icon of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility will appear on the task bar when starting Windows thereafter.
  • Page 308: Hot Folder

    Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Note • For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color image- RUNNER Enlargement Copy." →P.290 • Hot Folder The hot folder list appears. • Add Button Click the button to open the Easy Setup Wizard dialog box so that you can add a hot folder.
  • Page 309: Creating A New Hot Folder

    Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Creating a New Hot Folder Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, and then click the Add button. Note • For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy."...
  • Page 310 Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Select the type of printer to use. Click the Next button. Select the media type to print. Note • If the Borderless Printing checkbox is checked, only media types that can be used for borderless printing are displayed in the list.
  • Page 311 Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Select roll paper or cut sheet to print. Also, select the media size to print. Click the Next button. Select the color matching method. Click the Next button. To receive a document scanned with the Color imageRUNNER, you need to share a folder. Enter the folder shared name in Shared Name.
  • Page 312 Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Click Finish button to close the Easy Setup Wizard dialog box. Creating a New Hot Folder iPF650...
  • Page 313: Specifying An Existing Shared Folder As A Hot Folder

    Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder Share the folder you want to specify as a hot folder. Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, and then click the Add button.
  • Page 314 Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > The Easy Setup Wizard dialog box displays. Click the Manual Settings button. The Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box displays. Enter the hot folder name in Name. Click the Browse botton, with selecting Specify a folder, to set the existing shared folder. Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder iPF650...
  • Page 315 Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > The location of the folders will appear. Select the folder to specify a hot folder, and click the OK button. As necessary, set the print conditions in the hot folder. (See "Setting the Print Parameters.") →P.300 Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box.
  • Page 316: Setting The Print Parameters

    Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. Setting the Print Parameters The printer driver opens when you click the Properties button in the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box. The printer driver is used to configure basic settings to match the type of media loaded in the printer.
  • Page 317: Printing Enlargements Of Scanned Originals From A Color Imagerunner

    Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Note • The only three sheets displayed are the Main sheet, the Page Setup sheet, and the Layout sheet. Some of the printer driver settings may be disabled. • Apply Sharpness Place a checkmark here to set the sharpness. Drag the slider bar to the left or right to adjust.
  • Page 318 Windows Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Press Start on the control panel. If you scan originals on the platen glass, after scanning all originals, press Done on the touch-panel display. Scanned originals are sent to the hot folder and automatically enlarged and printed following the conditions you specified for the folder.
  • Page 319: Print Plug-In For Office Features

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Office features ........................303 Operating Environment ........................... 303 Steps to install ..............................304 Steps to uninstall ............................. 308 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed ....................309 To start from Microsoft Word ...........................
  • Page 320: Steps To Install

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7 Note • For the Windows OS, use the latest version of Service Pack. • Software that requires installation Microsoft Office XP/2003/2007/2010 imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Ver.
  • Page 321 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click the Install Individual Software button. Click Install in imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In for Office. iPF650 Steps to install...
  • Page 322 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click the Next button. Read the License Agreement, and click the Yes button. Steps to install iPF650...
  • Page 323 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click the Start button. Click the Yes button. Click the Exit button. iPF650 Steps to install...
  • Page 324: Steps To Uninstall

    The installation for Print Plug-In for Office is complete. Important • When you install this software, the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn may be installed. If you want to use this software, do not uninstall the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn.
  • Page 325: When Print Plug-In For Office Is Not Displayed

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed Buttons such as Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In sometimes do not appear in the Word, PowerPoint and Excel Office applications, and the Print Plug-In for Office functions are not available. In this event, re-install Print Plug-In for Office.
  • Page 326 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Select Options from the File menu. From the list on the left side of the <application name> options dialog box, select Add-ins. Select Disabled Items in the Manage combo box and click the Go button. When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed iPF650...
  • Page 327 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > If Addin imageprograf print plug-in (ipfaddinif.dll) is displayed in the Disabled Items dialog box, select it and click the Enable button. Close all the dialog boxes and restart the Office application. • For Microsoft Office 2007 Click the Office button and then click the <application name>...
  • Page 328 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Select Disabled Items in the Manage combo box and click the Go button. If Addin imageprograf print plug-in (ipfaddinif.dll) is displayed in the Disabled Items dialog box, select it and click the Enable button. Close all the dialog boxes and restart the Office application.
  • Page 329 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click About <application name> in the Help menu of application. Click the Disabled Items button in the About <application name> dialog box. iPF650 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed...
  • Page 330: To Start From Microsoft Word

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > If Addin imageprograf print plug-in (ipfaddinif.dll) is displayed in the Disabled Items dialog box, select it and click the Enable button. Close all the dialog boxes and restart the Office application. To start from Microsoft Word Below are the steps to start Print Plug-In for Office from Microsoft Word.
  • Page 331 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Icon Contents Select Printer. If you select Show All Printers, the imagePROGRAF printers will be displayed again. Select this when you want to display all printer drivers or update the display. Printer list The print Wizard is displayed.
  • Page 332: Print Matching Roll Width (Word)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box Important • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Large-Format Printing Wizard is open, close the Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 333 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Important • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
  • Page 334 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select image size. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies.
  • Page 335: Borderless Printing (Word)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Borderless Printing (Word) Prints up to the border of the media. Photos and posters can be printed without worrying about margins. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 336 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click Borderless Printing. A confirmation dialog box is displayed. If the data fills up the page, confirm that Continue using the plug-in is selected in Choose how to proceed and press OK. Note •...
  • Page 337 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Select Layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. For Pages, insert the page number. Enter Copies. Note • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 338: Multi-Page Printing (Word)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Multi-Page Printing (Word) Prints multiple pages as one page. You can print handouts into a single page, or print matter with many pages. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 339 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click Multi-Page Printing. Select the Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select layout from Layout Selection. Select Next. iPF650 Multi-Page Printing (Word)
  • Page 340: Register The Settings (Word)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. Note • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 341: Print Using Registered Settings (Word)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click the One-Touch Registration button. Enter name in Name. Up to 31 characters can be entered. Click . The name you entered is displayed in Registered Settings. Click OK, and return to the Print screen. Click Print to print, and click Cancel to cancel the print.
  • Page 342 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Important • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
  • Page 343 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click the Next button. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, or Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. Note • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 344: Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (Word)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (Word) Print to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, or print the Landscape or Portrait Orientation Page Sizes made in the Large-Format Printing Wizard. Create Page Size in Portrait or Landscape Orientation.
  • Page 345 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Adjust Length from the list-box or slide-bar. Click the Create Page button. Click OK if the message is displayed. Edit and create the document. Note • Printing is done in Print Matching Roll Width of the Printing Wizard. For details on Print Matching Roll Width, refer to see "Print Matching Roll Width (Word)."...
  • Page 346: To Start From Microsoft Powerpoint

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Important • The layout may collapse if you create a form using existing data. If that is the case, modify the data again. To start from Microsoft PowerPoint Below are the steps to start Print Plug-In for Office from Microsoft PowerPoint. Start Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Page 347 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Icon Contents Paper Settings Button Large-Format Wizard is displayed. Settings for Portrait or Landscape Orientation can be set. Printing Wizard dialog box Important • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
  • Page 348: Print Matching Roll Width (Powerpoint)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box Important • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Large-Format Printing Wizard is open, close the Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 349 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Important • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
  • Page 350 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select image size. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies.
  • Page 351: Borderless Printing (Powerpoint)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Borderless Printing (PowerPoint) Prints up to the border of the media. Photos and posters can be printed without worrying about margins. Start Microsoft PowerPoint. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 352 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click Borderless Printing. A confirmation dialog box is displayed. If the data fills up the page, confirm that Continue using the plug-in is selected in Choose how to proceed and press OK. Note •...
  • Page 353 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Select Layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. Note • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 354: Multi-Page Printing (Powerpoint)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Multi-Page Printing (PowerPoint) Prints multiple pages as one page. You can print handouts into a single page, or print matter with many pages. Start Microsoft PowerPoint. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 355 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click Multi-Page Printing. Select the Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select layout from Layout Selection. Select Next. iPF650 Multi-Page Printing (PowerPoint)
  • Page 356: Register The Settings (Powerpoint)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. Note • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 357: Print Using Registered Settings (Powerpoint)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click the One-Touch Registration button. Enter name in Name. Up to 31 characters can be entered. Click . The name you entered is displayed in Registered Settings. Click OK, and return to the Print screen. Click Print to print, and click Cancel to cancel the print.
  • Page 358 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Important • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
  • Page 359 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click the Next button. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. Note • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
  • Page 360: Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (Powerpoint)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (PowerPoint) Print to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, or print the Landscape or Portrait Orientation Page Sizes made in the Large-Format Printing Wizard. Create Page Size in Portrait or Landscape Orientation.
  • Page 361 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Adjust Length from the list-box or slide-bar. Click the Create Page button. Click OK if the message is displayed. Edit and create the document. Important • The layout may collapse if you create a form using existing data. If that is the case, modify the data again.
  • Page 362: To Start From Microsoft Excel

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Note • Printing is done in Print Matching Roll Width of the Printing Wizard. For details on Print Matching Roll Width, refer to see "Print Matching Roll Width (PowerPoint)." →P.332 To start from Microsoft Excel Below are the steps to start Print Plug-In for Office from Microsoft Excel.
  • Page 363 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Printing Wizard dialog box Important • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or oper- ate the toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 364: Print Entire Sheet (Excel)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Print Entire Sheet (Excel) For resizing the entire sheet to fit the roll width. Choose this option to enlarge the currently displayed sheet before printing. Start Microsoft Excel. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
  • Page 365 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click Print Entire Sheet. A message will appear informing you that analysis is in progress. The Layout menu will appear automatically. Note • If data analysis requires time, a message dialog will appear. If you select No, you will return to the application.
  • Page 366 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Select image size. Select layout. To configure Binding, click the Binding Settings button. Refer to Configuring Binding (Excel) for details on the procedure for configuring Binding. →P.355 Select Next. Select Media Type. Enter Copies.
  • Page 367: Print Selected Area (Excel)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Press Print to start printing. Important • If divided into plural pages, try reducing the data size or the range you select. • You cannot run Print or Print Preview if you select it for a worksheet with no data displayed. Print Selected Area (Excel) For resizing the selected range of cells to fit the roll width.
  • Page 368 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Click Print Selected Area. Important • If only one cell is selected, Print Selected Area cannot be selected. A message will appear informing you that analysis is in progress. Print Selected Area (Excel) iPF650...
  • Page 369 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > The Layout menu will appear automatically. Important • If the range selected in Excel 2007/2010 is too large, it will not be possible to analyze the data. Se- lect a smaller range and then run the analysis. Note •...
  • Page 370 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Select Next. Select Media Type. Enter Copies. Note • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. • Press the Print Preview button to display the preview screen. You can check and make changes to the layout in the preview screen.
  • Page 371: Configuring Binding (Excel)

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Configuring Binding (Excel) You can configure Binding margins for binding printouts. Configure the settings up to Layout Selection in the Layout screen in Print Entire Sheet or Print Selected Area. Refer to Print Entire Sheet (Excel) and Print Selected Area (Excel) for the configuration →P.348...
  • Page 372: Configuring Special Settings

    Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Click the OK button. Return to the Layout screen. Check that the Binding settings are applied in the preview screen. Configure the settings in the Printing Wizard dialog box. Configuring Special Settings You can configure Special Settings from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar.
  • Page 373 Windows Software > Print Plug-In for Office > Item Details Center sheets and print areas When this setting is off, printing is performed without changing the po- sition. When this setting is on, printing is performed with the top, bot- tom, left, and right margins layed out equally.
  • Page 374: The Features Of Hdi Driver

    The Features of HDI Driver ..........................358 Operating Environment ........................... 358 Installation Procedure ............................. 359 Installing with the Canon Installer ....................... 359 Installing with the Add-A-Plotter Wizard ..................... 367 Opening the Plotter Configuration Dialog Box ....................371 Opening from the AutoCAD File Menu ....................... 372 Opening from the Start Menu ........................
  • Page 375: Installation Procedure

    →P.367 Installing with the Canon Installer The Canon installer opens and displays as soon as you start the User Software CD-ROM provided with the printer. Follow the procedure below to perform the installation from this screen. Mount the User Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive and start the Canon installer.
  • Page 376 Windows Software > HDI Driver > The Installation List appears. Click the Install button of the imagePROGRAF HDI Driver. The driver setup screen appears. Click the Next button. Installing with the Canon Installer iPF650...
  • Page 377 After you have read the Licensing Agreement, select I accept the terms of the license agreement and click the Next button. Confirm that the installed AutoCAD is compatible with your computer environment. Click the OK button. Note • Confirm that the installed AutoCAD is compatible with your computer environment. iPF650 Installing with the Canon Installer...
  • Page 378 The Ready to Install the Program screen opens. Click the Install button. The HDI driver files are copied to the Drv folder where the AutoCAD program files are stored. Click the Finish button. This completes the setup of the HDI driver. Installing with the Canon Installer iPF650...
  • Page 379 The Add Plotter - Introduction Page screen opens. Check the displayed screen and then click the Nextbutton. Note • To open the Add-A-Plotter Wizard you can also click Start > Control Panel > Autodesk Plotter Manager > and then double-click the Plotter Wizard icon in the Plotters window. iPF650 Installing with the Canon Installer...
  • Page 380 The Add Plotter - Plotter Model screen opens. Make sure that Canon Inc. is selected in the list of Manufacturers, and for the Models select the name of the printer that you want to install then click the Next button.
  • Page 381 Make sure that Plot to a port is selected, select the port that you want to use for the plotter, then click the Next button. Note • In the Add Plotter - Ports screen, it is recommended to select Network Port. If you select Local Port, the AutoCAD warning message may appear when printing. iPF650 Installing with the Canon Installer...
  • Page 382 The Add Plotter - Finish screen opens. Click the Finish button. This completes the installation of the HDI driver. Clicking the Finish button closes the Installation List and Setup Menu and ejects the User Software CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive. Installing with the Canon Installer iPF650...
  • Page 383: Installing With The Add-A-Plotter Wizard

    > Installing with the Add-A-Plotter Wizard Follow the procedure below to use the Add-A-Plotter Wizard to install the HDI driver without the Canon installer. After AutoCAD starts, select Plotter Manager from the File menu. The Plotters window opens. Click the Add-A-Plotter Wizard icon.
  • Page 384 Windows Software > HDI Driver > The Add Plotter - Begin screen opens. Select My Computer then click the Next button. The Add Plotter - Plotter Model screen opens. Mount the User Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. On the Add Plotter - Plotter Model screen, click the Have Disk button. Installing with the Add-A-Plotter Wizard iPF650...
  • Page 385 • The hif format file is contained in the following folder. \HDI Driver\English\2007 (AutoCAD Version 2007) The display returns to the Add Plotter - Plotter model screen. Select Canon Inc. from the list of Manufacturers, select the name of the printer for Models, and then click the Next button. iPF650...
  • Page 386 Windows Software > HDI Driver > The Add Plotter - Import Pcp or Pc2 screen opens. Click the Next button. Note • If you want the installer to read plotter information from previously stored PCP or PC2 files, click the Import File button. The Add Plotter - Ports screen opens.
  • Page 387: Opening The Plotter Configuration Dialog Box

    Windows Software > HDI Driver > The Add Plotter - Plotter Name screen opens. Click the Nextbutton. Note • You can change the Plotter Name setting here, but you will normally leave it as it is and go to Step The Add Plotter - Finish screen opens.
  • Page 388: Opening From The Autocad File Menu

    Windows Software > HDI Driver > Opening from the AutoCAD File Menu Follow the procedure below to open the Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box from the AutoCAD File menu. Select Plot from the AutoCAD File menu. The Plot dialog box opens. Check the Name setting under Printer/plotter and confirm that iPFxxxx.pc3 (the name of the printer you use) is displayed.
  • Page 389: Opening From The Start Menu

    Windows Software > HDI Driver > The Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box opens. Opening from the Start Menu Follow the procedure below to open the Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box from the Start menu. Click the Start button then select Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens.
  • Page 390 Windows Software > HDI Driver > Double-click the Autodesk Plotter Manager icon. The Plotters window opens. Double-click the iPFxxxx.pc3 icon (the icon name is the name of the printer you use) to open. The Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box opens. Opening from the Start Menu iPF650...
  • Page 391: Plotter Configuration Editor Dialog Box

    Windows Software > HDI Driver > Plotter Configuration Editor Dialog Box The Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box has three sheets. The Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box display can be manipulated by selecting the items on these sheets or in the Explorer tree.
  • Page 392: Media Source And Media Size Settings

    Windows Software > HDI Driver > Media Source and Media Size Settings Follow this procedure to select the media source and the media size. Press the Source and Size below Media. The Device and Document Settings sheet opens and switches to the display that presents the media source and size settings.
  • Page 393: Graphics Settings

    Windows Software > HDI Driver > Graphics Settings You can perform the graphics settings. Vector Graphics settings Use these settings to adjust the print mode and resolution. Click the Vector Graphics below Graphics. The Device and Document Settings sheet opens and switches to the Vector Graphics settings. Select Color or Monochrome.
  • Page 394 Windows Software > HDI Driver > Move the Res slider to adjust the settings. Res presents the following items for selection. Setting Details 300 DPI Due to this low resolution, the image will print faster but its texture will appear rough.
  • Page 395 Windows Software > HDI Driver > Move the slider for each item to the left or right to adjust the settings. Setting Details Raster and Shaded/Rendered Use these settings to adjust the balance between print quality, memory consumption, Viewports and the print speed. If set to None, you cannot print raster images. Printing time will take longer the higher you set the Best setting.
  • Page 396: Opening The Custom Properties Dialog Box

    Windows Software > HDI Driver > Setting Details Lines Merge Where the lines intersect, the line colors merge. Click the OK button. Opening the Custom Properties Dialog Box Follow the procedure below to open the Custom Properties dialog box. In the Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box, select and open the Device and Document Settings sheet. Note •...
  • Page 397 Windows Software > HDI Driver > The Custom Properties dialog box opens. iPF650 Opening the Custom Properties Dialog Box...
  • Page 398: Custom Properties Dialog Box

    Windows Software > HDI Driver > Custom Properties dialog box You can perform the settings for the media type, color matching, brightness, and other settings. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. Note • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
  • Page 399 Windows Software > HDI Driver > • Print Quality Select a print quality to suit the print job. Setting Details Highest Gives priority to the highest possible image quality. High Prints images of high quality. Standard Balances quality with the need for faster printing. Draft Gives priority to high speed printing.
  • Page 400: Paper Detailed Settings

    Windows Software > HDI Driver > • Adj. Pale Color Recognizable When you place a checkmark here, yellow or cyan lines or other portions of images that are difficult to see when prin- ted in white space can become easier to see. •...
  • Page 401 Windows Software > HDI Driver > Setting Details 30sec. / 1min. / 3min. / 5min. / The sheet is ejected when the specified time after printing has elapsed. 10min. / 30min. / 60min. Between Scans This sets the wait time between line scans during printing. Setting Details Printer Default...
  • Page 402: Color Compatibility Dialog Box

    Color (CAD) 1 Print with standard color. Color (CAD) 2 Print with a light-shade color. Color (CAD) 3 Print with approximate colors emulating Canon iPF500/iPF600/iPF700/iPF510/ iPF610/iPF710/iPF605/iPF720/iPF810/iPF820. Color (CAD) 4 Print with approximate colors emulating HP Designjet 500/800. Color (CAD) 5 Print with approximate colors emulating HP Designjet 1000.
  • Page 403 Windows Software > HDI Driver > Select Plot from the File menu. The Plot dialog box opens. Check the Name setting under Printer/plotter and confirm that iPFxxxx.pc3 (the name of the printer you use) is displayed. Click the Properties button. Note •...
  • Page 404 Windows Software > HDI Driver > The Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box opens. Perform the settings that you need for the print job. Click the OK button to close the Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box. Note • For more details about how to perform the settings in the Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box, see "Plotter Configuration Editor Dialog Box."...
  • Page 405 Windows Software > HDI Driver > The Plot dialog box opens. Perform the settings that you need on the Plot dialog box, then click the OK button. Note • The content of the settings done in the Plotter Configuration Editor dialog box are reflected in the Paper size settings on the Plot dialog box.
  • Page 406: Status Monitor

    Windows Software > Status Monitor > Status Monitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ................... 390 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ................391 The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. Two screens are available in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor : Printer List shows a list of printers, and Status Monitor shows details for each printer.
  • Page 407: Job Management Using Imageprograf Status Monitor

    Windows Software > Status Monitor > • If a printer error occurs, you can investigate the corrective action immediately. • Printer status can be checked in real time on a computer monitor. • Displays the ink level of every color in the printer. An icon and warning message will notify you when ink levels are low.
  • Page 408 Windows Software > Status Monitor > • Canceling Print Jobs Selecting a print job and clicking the Cancel Job button cancels printing of the selected job. Note • You cannot cancel other users' print jobs. Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor iPF650...
  • Page 409: Accounting Manager

    • The Accounting Manager in Status Monitor displays approximate estimates of the amount of paper con- sumed and the ink consumed per job. Canon cannot guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. These esti- mates will also vary depending on the conditions of printer use.
  • Page 410: Launching The Accounting Manager

    Windows Software > Accounting > Launching the Accounting Manager The procedure for launching the Accounting Manager is shown below. Open the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor window. Select Accounting in the Accounting menu. Or, open the Accounting sheet and click the Accounting button. Accounting Manager Main Window The Accounting Manager main window consists of a title bar, menu bar, toolbars, listed job selection area, job list area, totals area and status bar.
  • Page 411 Windows Software > Accounting > • Title Bar This displays the printer model, its serial number and the port number it is using. • Menu Bar Allows you to select the menu options required for operation. • Toolbars Provide tool buttons and pull-down menus for the main operations. Note •...
  • Page 412 Windows Software > Accounting > Display a list of jobs within the printer or of jobs collected periodically. For details, refer to Job List Area →P.397 • Totals Area Displays the total costs for the selected job and the amounts of paper and ink consumed. Note •...
  • Page 413: Job List Area

    Windows Software > Accounting > • Status Bar Displays messages and other information. Job List Area The content and items of the jobs displayed in the job list area are as follows. • Job Cost This is the cost incurred in printing. Note •...
  • Page 414: Configuring Unit Costs In Accounting Manager

    Windows Software > Accounting > If you are using Regular Data Acquisition, configure the Regular Data Acquisition settings. For details of the Regular Data Acquisition settings, see Automatically Acquiring Print Job Logs at Regular In- tervals →P.403 Specify the jobs to be listed. For details of how to select the job logs displayed, see Switching Between Displaying Jobs on Printer and Reg- ularly Acquired Jobs →P.404...
  • Page 415: Setting The Unit Cost For Ink

    Windows Software > Accounting > Setting the Unit Cost for Ink Open the Ink sheet. Set the unit cost for ink in this sheet. To set the same unit cost for all the inks Select the Use same price for all ink checkbox. Enter the Tank Capacity and corresponding Price.
  • Page 416: Setting The Unit Cost For Paper

    Windows Software > Accounting > Enter the Tank Capacity and corresponding Price. Click the Overwrite button. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for all the inks. Click the OK button. Important • Your settings are not applied until you click the OK button. Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Open the Paper sheet.
  • Page 417: Setting The Unit Cost For Items Other Than Ink And Paper

    Windows Software > Accounting > Enter the Width and Length of the paper, and the Price per area for the configured width x height. Click the Add button. To change the unit cost for a media type you have already set, click the Overwrite button. Click the OK button.
  • Page 418: Configuring Units And Display Settings In Accounting Manager

    Windows Software > Accounting > Use Allocated to specify whether the costs are allocated as being incurred by the print job. Click the Add button. To change the unit cost for a media type you have already set, click the Overwrite button. Click the OK button.
  • Page 419: Automatically Acquiring Print Job Logs At Regular Intervals

    Windows Software > Accounting > • Ink Consumed Use this option to select the unit used for ink consumption. • Paper Width Use this to select the unit used for paper width. • Paper Length Use this to select the unit used for paper length. •...
  • Page 420: Switching Between Displaying Jobs On Printer And Regularly Acquired Jobs

    Windows Software > Accounting > Switching Between Displaying Jobs on Printer and Regularly Acquired Jobs The print job logs displayed by the Status Monitor Accounting Manager contain two types of job: Jobs on Printer and Regu- larly Acquired Jobs. You can select whether to display Jobs on Printer or Regularly Acquired Jobs in the Listed Job Selection Area on the left side of the window.
  • Page 421: Showing Job Properties

    Windows Software > Accounting > Showing Job Properties If you select a job in the job list and then select Show Job Properties in the File menu, the Job Properties dialog box appears, allowing you to check information such as detailed cost data. You can copy text-based information in this dialog box to the clipboard by clicking the Copy button.
  • Page 422: Digital Photo Front-Access

    Digital Photo Front-Access ..........................406 Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access is an application that links photos from Canon digital cameras and other image files on your computer with various other applications. • Simply select an image and click the icon of the application you want to start to launch the application.
  • Page 423: Device Setup Utility

    Windows Software > Device Setup Utility > Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ......................407 Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ..................... 407 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ............408 imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility is a utility to establish communication between the printer and your computer by completing relevant settings.
  • Page 424: Configuring The Ip Address Using Imageprograf Device Setup Utility

    Windows Software > Device Setup Utility > Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility On a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility provided with the printer to configure the printer's IP address. This topic describes how to configure the IP address using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility. Important •...
  • Page 425 Windows Software > Device Setup Utility > Select the IPv4 tab. In the Setting IP Address list, choose Manual. Enter the IP address assigned to the printer and click the Set button. Click OK after the Confirmation message is displayed. Exit imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility.
  • Page 426 Windows Software > Device Setup Utility > When specifying an IPv6 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu. Select the IPv6 tab.
  • Page 427 Windows Software > Device Setup Utility > In IPv6, select On. When there is an IPv6-compatible router in the network environment, select On in Stateless Address. Additionally, when there is an DHCPv6-compatible server in the network environment, select On in DHCPv6. Note •...
  • Page 428: The Features Of Media Configuration Tool

    Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > Media Configuration Tool The Features of Media Configuration Tool ...................... 412 Operating Environment ........................... 412 Installation Procedures ........................... 413 Starting the Media Configuration Tool ......................416 Media Configuration Tool Main Window ......................417 Editing Media Type Information ........................
  • Page 429: Installation Procedures

    Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > • Software that requires installation imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Installation Procedures The Media Configuration Tool installation screen appears when you start the installation of a new version of the Media Configuration Tool. The installation procedure started from this screen is described below. Important •...
  • Page 430 Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > The next screen presents selections for the country or area where the printer is used. Select a country or territory then click the Next button. The License Agreement is displayed. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement and click the Next button. Installation Procedures iPF650...
  • Page 431 Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > The Choose Destination Location screen appears. Select the destination folder then click the Next button. The Ready to Install the Program screen appears. Click the Install button. iPF650 Installation Procedures...
  • Page 432: Starting The Media Configuration Tool

    Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > All the required files are copied to your computer and InstallShield Wizard Complete screen appears. Click the Finish button. This completes the installation of Media Configuration Tool. Starting the Media Configuration Tool Follow the procedure below to start Media Configuration Tool. From the start menu go to All Programs >...
  • Page 433: Media Configuration Tool Main Window

    For more information about Edit Media Type Information, see "Editing Media Type Information." →P.418 • Support Information Button Click this button to access the Canon support webpage, where you can find the latest printer information, check for software updates, and browse other information. • User Manual Button Click this button to display the printer user manual.
  • Page 434: Editing Media Type Information

    • It may not be possible to deleting, showing/hiding, and changing the display order under some conditions. Adding Media Types Media information files (.amf files) released by Canon are registered in the printer control panel and printer driver. Important • Do not perform printing on the target printer while adding the media types.
  • Page 435 Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > Open the Edit Media Types dialog box, and then click the Add button. The Add Media Type dialog box displays. Click the Browse button. iPF650 Adding Media Types...
  • Page 436 Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > The Browse for Folder dialog box opens. Select the folder that contains the media information files (.amf files), and then click the OK button. The names of media information files in the folder you selected in the Browse for Folder dialog box are displayed under Media Information File in the Add Media Type dialog box.
  • Page 437: Changing Media Names

    Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Update Media Types wizard is started at this point. For details on the procedure to update paper information using the Update Media Types wizard, see "Updating Media Types." →P.428 Important •...
  • Page 438 Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > In the Media Type list, select the name to change. Click the Rename button. The Rename Media dialog box is displayed. Edit the names in Name in Printer Driver and Name on Control Panel and click the OK button. Note •...
  • Page 439: Deleting Media Types You Have Added

    Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Update Media Types wizard is started at this point. For details on the procedure to update paper information using the Update Media Types wizard, see "Updating Media Types." →P.428 Important •...
  • Page 440 Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to delete. Click the Delete button. Note • Only paper for which Status in the Media Type is Add can be deleted. In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button.
  • Page 441: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide

    Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to switch off or on for display. Click the Show/Hide button. The selected paper is alternately shown or hidden.
  • Page 442: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types

    Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Update Media Types wizard is started at this point. For details on the procedure to update paper information using the Update Media Types wizard, see "Updating Media Types." →P.428 Important •...
  • Page 443 Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > Select the paper in the Media Type list for which to change the display order, and then click the buttons to move the item ( The selected item moves one line up or down for every button click. In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button.
  • Page 444: Updating Media Types

    Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > Updating Media Types Clicking the Update button on the Edit Media Types dialog box opens the Update Media Types wizard. You can use this wizard to apply new information about print media in the printer and in the printer driver. The procedures for updating the media information with the Update Media Types wizard are as follows.
  • Page 445 Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > Important • Do not attempt to print or turn the printer off while the program is communicating with the printer. • When the program cannot communicate with the printer, the following warning message is dis- played.
  • Page 446 Windows Software > Media Configuration Tool > Important • Do not attempt to print or turn the printer off while the program is communicating with the printer. • When the program cannot communicate with the printer, the following warning message is dis- played.
  • Page 447: Mac Os X Software

    Mac OS X Software > Mac OS X Software Printer Driver Preview Free Layout Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Printmonitor Media Configuration Tool iPF650...
  • Page 448: Printer Driver Settings

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ............................. 432 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ......................434 Confirming Print Settings ..........................436 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................437 Using Favorites ............................... 439 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................
  • Page 449 Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > • Color Settings Pane: Monochrome →P.450 • Page Setup Pane →P.452 You can specify the page size of the original, borderless printing, enlargement or reduction, the orientation, the paper size and source, and automatic cutting. •...
  • Page 450: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
  • Page 451 Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Access the Page Setup pane. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. iPF650 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver...
  • Page 452: Confirming Print Settings

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > If you have selected Manual in Paper Source, make sure the size as selected in Page Setup is displayed in Page Size. If you have selected Roll Paper in Paper Source, make sure the width of the loaded roll is dis- played in Roll Width.
  • Page 453: Checking The Layout In A Preview Before Printing

    " →P.188 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview function. Choose Print in the application menu. iPF650 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing...
  • Page 454 Access the Main pane. Select the Print Preview check box. Click Print. The Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window is displayed. Check the layout and adjust settings in the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window as desired. Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing iPF650...
  • Page 455: Using Favorites

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Print from the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview menu. Note • For details on imagePROGRAF Preview functions, refer to Preview →P.457 Using Favorites You can use the Presets function in Mac OS X for favorite-based printing.
  • Page 456: Main Pane

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Click Print to start printing. As shown in the following illustration, you can switch to other panes in this dialog box to complete settings for various methods of printing, including enlarged and reduced printing, borderless printing, and so on. Main Pane The following settings are available on the Main pane.
  • Page 457 Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > • Get Information Displays Paper Information on Printer. You can update the printer driver settings for the feed source, media type, and roll width by selecting the feed source. • Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box →P.443 •...
  • Page 458 Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. • View set. Click to display the View settings dialog box, which enables you to confirm the settings for the selected item from the Print Target list or change the order of items listed in Print Target.
  • Page 459: Paper Information On Printer Dialog Box

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > • Sharpen Text Activate this option to print text more sharply. • Reduce Print Unevenness Select this checkbox for two-pass printing to reduce color shading. This option is displayed if you have selected Plain Paper in Media Type and Office Document in Print Priority. •...
  • Page 460: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driv- er help. Note • To display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Set by Media Type.(See " Main Pane ") →P.440...
  • Page 461: View Settings Dialog Box For The Printing Application

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > • Cut Speed Select the speed of automatic cutting, as needed. You can adjust this setting if paper is not cut well when automatic cutting is used. • Automatic Cutting You can activate or deactivate automatic cutting and printing of cut lines, as desired. In this list, specify Printer De- fault, None, or Print Cut Guideline.
  • Page 462: Matching Pane

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Matching pane On the Matching pane, you can specify color matching to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. Important • If No color correction is selected under Color Mode, the Matching pane is not displayed. Note •...
  • Page 463 Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > ICC Matching Mode The following options are available when you select ICC Matching Mode, in the Matching Mode list. Note • To display the Matching pane, on the Main pane, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Set- tings, and then click the Matching tab.(See "...
  • Page 464: Color Settings Pane: Color

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Color Settings Pane: Color In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them. However, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver. If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment pane.
  • Page 465: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > • Contrast Adjust the contrast of the darkest and lightest portions relative to each other, as desired. Increasing the Contrast makes images sharper, and reducing the Contrast softens images. • Saturation Adjust the color intensity as desired. Increasing the Saturation setting makes colors more vivid, and reducing the Saturation makes colors more subdued.
  • Page 466: Color Settings Pane: Monochrome

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Color Settings Pane: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • To display the Color Adjustment pane, on the Main pane, click Color Settings in Advanced Settings.(See "...
  • Page 467: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > • Contrast Adjust the contrast of the darkest and lightest portions relative to each other, as desired. Increasing the Contrast makes images sharper, and reducing the Contrast softens images. • Saturation Not available. •...
  • Page 468: Page Setup Pane

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Page Setup Pane The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • Paper Source Choose how paper is supplied. Options displayed in the list vary depending on the selection in Media Type in the Main pane.
  • Page 469 Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > • Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size →P.104 • Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width →P.111 • Borderless Printing at Actual Size →P.95 • Paper Size Choose the size of the paper you will print on. Click Display all selections for Paper Size to list available sizes.
  • Page 470: Utility Pane

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Utility Pane The following settings are available on the Utility pane. • Click to display the Printer Information dialog box, which offers the following maintenance for the printer. • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) cleaning •...
  • Page 471: Additional Settings Pane

    Mac OS X Software > Printer Driver > Additional Settings Pane The following settings are available on the Additional Settings pane. • Data Send Method Choose how print data is sent to the printer. • Send Print Data Immediately to Printer •...
  • Page 472: Support Information

    Printer Driver > • Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can find the latest information on the printer and consumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information. • User Manual Click to view the printer user's manual. This function requires the user's manual to be installed on your computer.
  • Page 473: The Features Of Preview

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Preview The Features of Preview ..........................457 Operating Environment ........................... 457 Starting Preview .............................. 458 Preview Main Window ............................. 459 Paper Settings Panel ............................462 Easy Settings .............................. 464 Advanced Settings ............................466 Output Settings Panel .............................
  • Page 474: Starting Preview

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Starting Preview Follow the procedure below to start the Preview. Start the apllication software which you use. From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. Note •...
  • Page 475: Preview Main Window

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Preview main window is displayed. Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, and preview, dialog , drawer and status area. Note • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool bar. •...
  • Page 476 Mac OS X Software > Preview > • Tool Bar This allows you to select tool buttons required for major operations. • Preview Area You can check the settings you made in this area. Preview Main Window iPF650...
  • Page 477 Mac OS X Software > Preview > • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. • Drawer Area This allows you to display the thumbnails of a document. This area appears when you click Drawer from the tool bar.
  • Page 478: Paper Settings Panel

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > • Status Area This shows Input Size and Output Size. Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. Note •...
  • Page 479 Mac OS X Software > Preview > • Paper Source You can select the paper source. The following settings are available for paper source. Setting Details Manual Select for manual paper feed printing. Roll Paper Select to print on roll paper. •...
  • Page 480: Easy Settings

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that matches the content of the document. • Print Target You can easily select the best settings for the print job simply.
  • Page 481 Mac OS X Software > Preview > Note • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type. • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed. The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations.
  • Page 482: Advanced Settings

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Advanced Settings Presents detailed settings for the print quality, the color mode, and other items so you can select the values for these settings yourself. • Print Priority Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details Image...
  • Page 483: Output Settings Panel

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations. Setting Details Print Quality Highest / High / Standard / Draft Resolution 1200dpi / 600dpi / 300dpi Note •...
  • Page 484 Mac OS X Software > Preview > Setting Details Fit Roll Paper Width Enlarges/reduces the whole page automatically to fit the width of the roll paper with the page width. *Make sure that the width of the roll paper in the printer is set correctly for Roll Pa- per Width in the Paper Settings panel.
  • Page 485: Color Settings Panel

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Setting Details Rotate Right 90 Degrees Rotates the portrait page right 90 degrees and print in landscape orientation. When the rotated page can fit in the width of roll paper, the page is rotated automatically, and when it can not fit in the width of roll paper, the page is not rotated.
  • Page 486: Color Adjustment

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Setting Details Color Enables color printing. Monochrome Disables color printing and converts image from continuous color to grayscaled monochrome. Color (CAD) Prints lines in the best color possible so they are easy to see. Monochrome Bitmap Prints all colors other than white in black.
  • Page 487 Mac OS X Software > Preview > Select Color Adjustment. Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Cyan Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Magenta Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Yellow Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues.
  • Page 488 Mac OS X Software > Preview > Adjusting Monochrome Use the monochrome setting to print monochrome images of color photographs captured with a scanner or digital camera or other color images. Select Monochrome on Color Mode in the Color Settings panel. Select Color Adjustment.
  • Page 489: Matching

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Matching You can set the matching. Important • If No color correction is selected under Color Mode, the Matching is not displayed. • Matching Mode You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Enables printing of optimal color tones using a driver specific color profile.
  • Page 490 Mac OS X Software > Preview > • Matching Method You can select a matching method to suit the print job. • Input Profile Select the input profile. Note • You can select only after ICC Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. •...
  • Page 491: Driver Matching Mode

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Driver Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select Driver Matching Mode. Click Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Auto Automatically selects the best color matching method for each Image, Graphics, Text.
  • Page 492: Icc Matching Mode

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a feature. This is also an easy-to-use mode when performing color adjustment us- ing application software.
  • Page 493: Colorsync

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Click the Printer Profile list and select a printer profile. ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. To apply ColorSync to previews, check the Soft Proof check box. Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu.
  • Page 494: Zoom Dialog Box

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > • Units Set the unit for paper length, margins, and so on. Zoom Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Zoom from the View menu. You can enlarge or reduce the screen display. •...
  • Page 495: Print With No Borders

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Print with No Borders You can use the borderless printing function to print without margins surrounding the image. Note • With some media borderless printing can be performed only between two edges. • To use the borderless printing function, the specified media must be set to the printer. On the Paper Settings Panel , select Roll Paper in Paper Source.
  • Page 496: Not Print Spaces At The Top/Bottom

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > On the Output Settings panel, click the Print Centered check box on. Click the Print button. Printing on the center begins. Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom You can save paper on not to feed roll paper for the empty spaces when the print data contains spaces at the top or bottom. Note •...
  • Page 497: Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > On the Output Settings panel, click the No Spaces at Top or Bottom check box on. Click the Print button. Printing on the settings with no spaces at top or bottom begins. Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees You can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper.
  • Page 498: Display With Fitting To The Width Of The Paper

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Select Rotate Right 90 Degrees or Rotate Left 90 Degrees. Click the Print button. Printing on rotating 90 degrees begins. Display with Fitting to the Width of the Paper In the preview area, you can display to the width of the paper. Select Fit to Width from the tool bar.
  • Page 499: Display With All

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Fitting to the width of the paper, it is displayed. Display with All In the preview area, you can display all. Select Fit Screen from the tool bar. All is displayed. iPF650 Display with All...
  • Page 500: Display With Actual Size

    Mac OS X Software > Preview > Display with Actual Size In the preview area, you can display the actual size. Select Actual Size from the tool bar. Actual size is displayed. Moving a Page You can move a page to display in the preview area. Select each button in Go to Page on the tool bar.
  • Page 501 Mac OS X Software > Preview > The target page appears. Note • You can also move a page by clicking the page on the thumbnails. iPF650 Moving a Page...
  • Page 502: The Features Of Free Layout

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ........................... 486 Operating Environment ........................... 486 Starting Free Layout ............................487 Free Layout Main Window ..........................488 Paper Settings Panel ............................491 Easy Settings .............................. 493 Advanced Settings ............................
  • Page 503: Starting Free Layout

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Starting Free Layout Follow the procedure below to start the Free Layout. Start the apllication software which you use. From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. Note •...
  • Page 504: Free Layout Main Window

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Free Layout main window is displayed. Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and dialog areas. Note • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool. •...
  • Page 505 Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > • Tool Bar This allows you to select tool buttons required for major operations. • Layout Area This allows you to lay out objects and edit the object size and orientation. iPF650 Free Layout Main Window...
  • Page 506 Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. Free Layout Main Window iPF650...
  • Page 507: Paper Settings Panel

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. Note • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
  • Page 508 Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > • Roll Paper Width This selects the width of the roll media set to the printer. Note • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. • Copies You can input the number of print copies in numerical characters. Note •...
  • Page 509: Easy Settings

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that matches the content of the document. • Print Target You can easily select the best settings for the print job simply.
  • Page 510 Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Note • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type. • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed. The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations.
  • Page 511: Advanced Settings

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Advanced Settings Presents detailed settings for the print priority, the print quality, and other items so you can select the values for these set- tings yourself. • Print Priority Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details Image...
  • Page 512: Color Settings Panel

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Setting Details Print Quality Highest / High / Standard / Draft Resolution 1200dpi / 600dpi / 300dpi Note • The availability of settings is determined by the media type and print priority selections. •...
  • Page 513: Color Adjustment

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Setting Details Monochrome Bitmap Prints all colors other than white in black. Monochrome (BK ink) Select to print all lines with black ink. No color correction Prints without performing color matching in the printer driver. Select this when color matching is performed by the application such as Adobe Photoshop or when you want to print color charts using the profile creation tool.
  • Page 514 Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Select Color Adjustment. Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Cyan Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Magenta Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Yellow Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues.
  • Page 515 Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Adjusting Monochrome Use the monochrome setting to print monochrome images of color photographs captured with a scanner or digital camera or other color images. Select Monochrome on Color Mode in the Color Settings panel. Select Color Adjustment.
  • Page 516: Matching

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Matching You can set the matching. Important • If No color correction is selected under Color Mode, the Matching is not displayed. • Matching Mode You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Enables printing of optimal color tones using a driver specific color profile.
  • Page 517 Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > • Matching Method You can select a matching method to suit the print job. • Input Profile Select the input profile. Note • You can select only after ICC Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. •...
  • Page 518: Driver Matching Mode

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Driver Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select Driver Matching Mode. Click Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Auto Automatically selects the best color matching method for each Image, Graphics, Text.
  • Page 519: Icc Matching Mode

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a feature.
  • Page 520: Colorsync

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Click the Printer Profile list and select a printer profile. ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. Place a checkmark on Soft Proof to simulate the output product in Layout Area. ColorSync iPF650...
  • Page 521: Preferences Dialog Box

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu. You can set the preferences for Free Layout. • Units Set the unit for paper length, margins, and so on. •...
  • Page 522: Page Setup Dialog Box

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > The following settings are available for the object frame style. Setting Details Solid Line You can print the solid line as the frame style. Dotted Line You can print the dotted line as the frame style. Dashed Line You can print the dashed line as the frame style.
  • Page 523: Zoom Dialog Box

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Note • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. • You can input between 203.2 and 18000.0(mm) (between 8.00 and 708.66(inch)). • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. •...
  • Page 524: Format Dialog Box

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Format Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Format from the Object menu after you select an object. You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. Note • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format. •...
  • Page 525: Laying Out A Multiple-File Document On One Page

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page You can lay out and print a multiple-file document on one page. From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. Note •...
  • Page 526: Selecting An Object

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Selecting an Object When an object is selected, a select box (blue border) appears around the object. Note • To select an object, click that object. • To select multiple successive objects, click them while holding down the shift key. •...
  • Page 527: Moving An Object

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Place the pointer at a corner of the selection box around the object to show the arrow handle, and drag this handle to change the object size. Resizing by specifying a scaling value Select an object.
  • Page 528: Rotating An Object

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Place the pointer inside the selection box of the object to show the crosshair handle, and drag it to move the object. Rotating an Object You can rotate the object. Select an object. Select Rotate Left or Rotate Right from the toolbar.
  • Page 529: Laying Out Objects Automatically

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Laying out Objects Automatically Click Auto Arrange in the tool bar. This automatically lays out objects. Alternatively, you may select Auto Arrange Ob- ject from the Object menu. Note • The object layout order varies depending on the Order setting on the Page Setup Dialog Box →P.506 Aligning Objects You can align objects systematically.
  • Page 530 Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the vertical center. • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bottom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left. Aligning Objects iPF650...
  • Page 531: Changing The Object Overlapping Order

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > • Center Horizontally Lays out the objects, justifying them to the horizontal center. • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object.
  • Page 532 Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > Select the overlapping order menu from the Object menu. • Bring to Front Moves the object to the frontmost position. • Send to Back Moves the object to the backmost position. • Bring Forward Moves the object one position to the front.
  • Page 533: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object

    Mac OS X Software > Free Layout > • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may select Copy or Cut from the Edit menu. Click Paste from the toolbar.
  • Page 534: The Features Of Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ................518 Operating Environment ........................... 518 Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ..................519 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box ..................520 Hot Folder ...............................
  • Page 535: Starting Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Follow the procedure below to start the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy. Open the Utility panel of the Print dialog box. Note • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. iPF650 Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy...
  • Page 536: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box

    Note • You can also start the utility directly by clicking on the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy.app icon in Applications > Canon Utilities > iR Enlargement Copy. Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box The explanation below is on the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box.
  • Page 537: Hot Folder

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > • Delete files in the folder From the Hot Folder list, select a hot folder and click the Delete button to delete only files in the hot folder. • Delete the entire folder, as well as items in the list above From the Hot Folder list, select a hot folder and click the Delete button to delete the hot folder.
  • Page 538: Creating A New Hot Folder

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Creating a New Hot Folder Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. Note • For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy."...
  • Page 539 Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Click the OK button to open the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box. In Name, enter the name to display in the Hot Folder list. In Hot Folder, enter the Hot Folder name. iPF650 Creating a New Hot Folder...
  • Page 540 Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Click the OK button. The created Hot Folder is listed in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. Click the Close button to close the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. From the Apple Menu, open the Sharing dialog box for System Preferences.
  • Page 541: Editing A Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions)

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. Select the Hot Folder from the Hot Folder list. From Enlarged Copy Settings, click Edit button to open the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box. iPF650 Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions)
  • Page 542 Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Make the necessary settings in the Paper Settings Panel →P.529 Make the necessary settings in the Output Settings Panel →P.534 Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) iPF650...
  • Page 543 Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Make the necessary settings in the Color Settings Panel →P.536 Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box. From the Apple Menu, open the Sharing dialog box for System Preferences. Select the check box labeled File Sharing, and click the Options button.
  • Page 544: Deleting A Hot Folder

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Deleting a Hot Folder Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. Select the Hot Folder you want to delete from the Hot Folder list. Select Delete the entire folder, as well as items in the list above, and then click the Delete button. Read the messag,e and then click the OK button.
  • Page 545: Paper Settings Panel

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Paper Settings Panel • Easy Settings / Advanced Settings Two modes are available to provide the optimum print settings for jobs. The settings available on each mode are as follows. •...
  • Page 546 Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Note • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. • Automatic Cutting You can set the printer to cut roll paper automatically or print a guideline for cutting. The following settings are available for automatic cutting.
  • Page 547: Easy Settings

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that matches the content of the document. •...
  • Page 548: Advanced Settings

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed. The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations. Setting Details Print Quality...
  • Page 549 Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Setting Details Line Drawing This mode is best for printing CAD drawings with fine lines or wall newssheet or other documents that contain large amounts of text. However, you may not achieve the quality you expect with printing photographs or other images with many filled areas.
  • Page 550: Output Settings Panel

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Output Settings Panel • Enlarged/Reduced Printing Select the method for enlarged/reduced printing. The following settings are available for enlarged/reduced printing. Setting Details Fit Paper Size Enlarges/reduces the whole page automatically to fit the media size selected for out- put.
  • Page 551 Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Note • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. • Paper Size You can select the size of the print media. Note • This is not displayed when Fit Roll Paper Width is set in Enlarged/Reduced Printing. •...
  • Page 552: Color Settings Panel

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Color Settings Panel • Color Mode You can select a color mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Color Enables color printing. Monochrome Disables color printing and converts image from continuous color to grayscaled monochrome.
  • Page 553: Driver Matching Mode

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Setting Details ICC Matching Mode Enables color matching using ICC profiles. Select this if you want to print by speci- →P.538 fying the input profile, printer profile, and matching method in detail. This allows you to use ICC profiles for digital cameras and scanners, ICC profiles created using the profile creation tool, etc.
  • Page 554: Icc Matching Mode

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Setting Details Colorimetric Color-matching optimized for printing image data with accurate colors in input color space. This is the easiest-to-use mode when you want to adjust the color and print. However, gradation may be lost for colors of wider range than the color reproduction range of the printer.
  • Page 555: Colorsync

    Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > Click the Input Profile list, and then select an input profile. Note • To match the color on the printing, select the input profile for Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy of the Color imageRUNNER type in use. Click the Printer Profile list, and then select a printer profile.
  • Page 556 Mac OS X Software > Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy > This processing sequence is called the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy function. To use Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, first complete these settings in the following order. Register a hot folder on your computer. Register a hot folder on your computer for storing scanned originals from the Color imageRUNNER and complete the settings for enlargement copy.
  • Page 557: Printmonitor

    Mac OS X Software > Printmonitor > Printmonitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ....................541 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ................. 542 The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. •...
  • Page 558: Job Management Using Imageprograf Printmonitor

    Mac OS X Software > Printmonitor > Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor You can use the Driver Panel in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs. • Pausing/Resuming Print Jobs Selecting a print job and clicking the button pauses printing of the selected job.
  • Page 559: The Features Of Media Configuration Tool

    Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Media Configuration Tool The Features of Media Configuration Tool ...................... 543 Operating Environment ........................... 543 Procedures for Installing ..........................544 Procedures for Uninstalling ..........................547 Starting the Media Configuration Tool ......................551 Media Configuration Tool main window ......................
  • Page 560: Procedures For Installing

    Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Procedures for Installing Start the installer in the new version of Media Configuration Tool, and follow procedures below to install the Media Config- uration Tool. Important • The Media Configuration Tool is normally installed when you install the printer driver from the User Soft- ware CD-ROM, and media information is registered at this time.
  • Page 561 The next screen presents selections for the country or area where the printer is used. Select a country or territory then click the OK button. The License is displayed. After you have read Canon Software License Agreement, click the Continue button. iPF650 Procedures for Installing...
  • Page 562 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Click the Agree button. Select Easy Install then click the Install button. Click the Continue button to quit another application. Procedures for Installing iPF650...
  • Page 563: Procedures For Uninstalling

    • When the installation is completed properly, the Media Configuration Tool folder is saved in the following folder. Applications > Canon Utilities > iPFxxxx Media Configuration Tool • The iPFxxxx in the folder above will be the printer name in use.
  • Page 564 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Input the administrator name and password, and click the OK button. The next screen presents selections for the country or area where the printer is used. Select a country or territory then click the OK button. Procedures for Uninstalling iPF650...
  • Page 565 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > The License is displayed. After you have read Canon Software License Agreement, click the Continue button. Click the Agree button. Select Uninstall. iPF650 Procedures for Uninstalling...
  • Page 566 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Click the Uninstall button. Press the Continue button when another application is running. When the following message is displayed, click the Quit button. Media Configuration Tool has been uninstalled. Procedures for Uninstalling iPF650...
  • Page 567: Starting The Media Configuration Tool

    > Starting the Media Configuration Tool Follow the procedure below to start the Media Configuration Tool. From the Applications menu > Canon Utilities >iPFxxxx Media Configuration Tool > MCTxxxx.app. Media Configuration Tool main window is displayed. Note • If a compatible printer driver is not installed, the Media Configuration Tool will not start. If you attempt to start the Media Configuration Tool when a printer driver is not installed, the warning message below is dis- played.
  • Page 568: Media Configuration Tool Main Window

    For more information about Edit Media Type Information, see "Editing Media Type Information." →P.553 • Support Information Button Click this button to access the Canon support webpage, where you can find the latest printer information, check for software updates, and browse other information. • User Manual Button Click this button to display the printer user manual.
  • Page 569: Editing Media Type Information

    • It may not be possible to deleting, showing/hiding, and changing the display order under some conditions. Adding Media Types Media information files (.amf files) released by Canon are registered in the printer control panel and printer driver. Important • Do not perform printing on the target printer while adding the media types.
  • Page 570 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Open the Edit Media Types dialog box, and then click the Add button. The Add Media Type dialog box displays. Click the Browse button. Adding Media Types iPF650...
  • Page 571 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Select the folder that contains the media information files (.amf files), and then click the Open button. The names of media information files in the folder you selected in the Open dialog box are displayed under Media Information File in the Add Media Type dialog box.
  • Page 572: Changing Media Names

    Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Update Media Types wizard is started at this point. For details on the procedure to update paper information using the Update Media Types wizard, see "Updating Media Types." →P.564 Important •...
  • Page 573 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > In the Media Type list, select the name to change. Click the Rename button. The Rename Media dialog box is displayed. Edit the names in Name in Printer Driver and Name on Control Panel and click the OK button. Note •...
  • Page 574: Deleting Media Types You Have Added

    Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Update Media Types wizard is started at this point. For details on the procedure to update paper information using the Update Media Types wizard, see "Updating Media Types." →P.564 Important •...
  • Page 575 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to delete. Click the Delete button. Note • Only paper for which Status in the Media Type is Add can be deleted. In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button.
  • Page 576: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide

    Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > The Update Media Types wizard is started at this point. For details on the procedure to update paper information using the Update Media Types wizard, see "Updating Media Types." →P.564 Important •...
  • Page 577 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to switch off or on for display. Click the Show/Hide button. The selected paper is alternately shown or hidden. Note •...
  • Page 578: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types

    Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > The Update Media Types wizard is started at this point. For details on the procedure to update paper information using the Update Media Types wizard, see "Updating Media Types." →P.564 Important •...
  • Page 579 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Select the paper in the Media Type list for which to change the display order, and then click the buttons to move the item ( The selected item moves one line up or down for every button click. In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button.
  • Page 580: Updating Media Types

    Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Updating Media Types Clicking the Update button on the Edit Media Types dialog box opens the Update Media Types wizard. You can use this wizard to apply new information about print media in the printer and in the printer driver. The procedures for updating the media information with the Update Media Types wizard are as follows.
  • Page 581 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Caution • When the program cannot communicate with the printer, the following warning message is dis- played. When the program has finished communicating with the printer, the screen moves to display Update Media Types - Confirm Update.
  • Page 582 Mac OS X Software > Media Configuration Tool > Important • Do not attempt to print or turn the printer off while the program is communicating with the printer. Caution • When the program cannot communicate with the printer, the following warning message is dis- played.
  • Page 583: Handling Paper

    Handling Paper > Handling Paper Paper Handling rolls Handling sheets Output Stacker iPF650...
  • Page 584: Types Of Paper

    Handling Paper > Paper > Paper Types of Paper ..............................568 Paper Sizes ..............................569 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide ......................570 Updating paper information ..........................572 Adding Custom Paper ............................ 574 Types of Paper The following types of paper are supported by the printer. For details on the paper supported by the printer, refer to the Paper Reference Guide.
  • Page 585: Paper Sizes

    Handling Paper > Paper > Paper Sizes Rolls Rolls that meet the following conditions are supported. • Outer diameter: Up to 150 mm (6 in) • Inner diameter of paper core: 2 or 3 inches • Printing side out Borderless Printing Roll Width Roll Paper Width Setting in Printer Driver ( *1 →P.569...
  • Page 586: Displaying The Paper Reference Guide

    Handling Paper > Paper > Paper Sizes Dimensions 17"x22"(ANSI C) 431.8 × 558.8 mm (17.00 × 22.00 in) 11"x17"(Ledger) 279.4 × 431.8 mm (11.00 × 17.00 in) 13"x19"(Super B) 330.2 × 482.6 mm (13.00 × 19.00 in) Letter(8.5"x11") 215.9 × 279.4 mm (8.50 × 11.00 in) Legal(8.5"x14") 215.9 ×...
  • Page 587 Handling Paper > Paper > The imagePROGRAF Support Information window is displayed. Click the Paper Reference Guide button. The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. • Mac OS X Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock. The imagePROGRAF Support Information window is displayed. iPF650 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide...
  • Page 588: Updating Paper Information

    Download the latest Media Information File (Media Information File) after accessing the imagePROGRAF-dedicated site from imagePROGRAF Support Information. If you cannot download it, contact your Canon dealer. For details on Media Information File (Media Information File), refer as follows.
  • Page 589 Handling Paper > Paper > • Windows Double-click the iPFxxxx Support desktop icon. (iPFxxxx indicates the printer model.) The imagePROGRAF Support Information window is displayed. Click Visit the imagePROGRAF webpage. The default browser on your computer is started and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. •...
  • Page 590: Adding Custom Paper

    Handling Paper > Paper > Adding Custom Paper Using Media Configuration Tool, you can add custom paper (paper not listed in the Paper Reference Guide) to the printer driver and control panel of the printer. For details on Media Configuration Tool, refer as follows. •...
  • Page 591: Handling Rolls

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Handling rolls Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ........................575 Loading Rolls in the Printer ..........................579 Changing the Type of Paper ........................... 583 Specifying the Paper Length .......................... 585 Removing the Roll from the Printer ......................... 585 Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls ......................
  • Page 592 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Important • When handling the roll, be careful not to soil the printing surface. This may affect the printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing surface. •...
  • Page 593 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Insert the respective attachments for the roll paper core on the Roll Holder and Holder Stopper. • Using rolls with a 2-inch paper core Roll Holder (Right Holder Stopper (Left Side) Side) Align the tips (a) of the 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment with the holes (b) of the Holder Stopper No attachment is and insert it firmly.
  • Page 594 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insert the Roll Holder from the right of the roll. Insert it firmly until the roll touches the flange (a) of the Roll Holder, leaving no gap. Insert the Holder Stopper from the left in the Roll Holder as shown.
  • Page 595: Loading Rolls In The Printer

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Loading Rolls in the Printer Follow these steps to load rolls in the printer. Note • Before loading rolls, make sure the printer is clean inside the Top Cover and around the Ejection Guide. If these areas are dirty, we recommend cleaning them in advance.
  • Page 596 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), rest the Roll Holder shaft on the Roll Ledge (b). At this time, position the holder so that the R label (c) on the [W label (c) on the Roll Holder flange is aligned with the R label (d) on the printer .
  • Page 597 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), guide the holder along the Roll Loading Slots (b) on both ends, keeping the holder level as you load it in the Roll Holder Slot. Caution • Do not force the Roll Holder into the printer with the right and left ends reversed. This may damage the printer and Roll Holder.
  • Page 598 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Important • Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you insert it in the slot. This may affect the printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the print- ing surface.
  • Page 599: Changing The Type Of Paper

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Note • Cut the edge of the roll after the paper is advanced if it is soiled or if there are cuts from scissors or the blade after removing creased edges. (See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") →P.594 Changing the Type of Paper Follow these steps to change the type of paper specified on the printer after you have loaded paper.
  • Page 600 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper loaded in the printer, and then press the OK button. Important • Be sure to select the correct paper type. If this setting does not match the loaded paper, it may cause feed errors and affect printing quality.
  • Page 601: Specifying The Paper Length

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Specifying the Paper Length When changing the length of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the length as follows. Note • Specify the paper length when you have set ManageRemainRoll to On. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.") →P.591 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀...
  • Page 602 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Paper tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed.
  • Page 603 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cover. Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder toward the back to rewind the roll. iPF650 Removing the Roll from the Printer...
  • Page 604 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), remove the holder from the Roll Holder Slot. Note • For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls." →P.589 Holding it at the positions indicated, close the Roll Cover. Note •...
  • Page 605: Removing The Roll Holder From Rolls

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position indica- ted (b), remove it from the Roll Holder. Remove the Roll Holder from the roll.
  • Page 606: Feeding Roll Paper Manually

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > • 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment L ( Holder Stopper side) • 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment Important • Store the roll in the original bag or box, away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight. If paper is not stored properly, the printing surface may become scratched, which may affect the printing quality when you use it again.
  • Page 607: Keeping Track Of The Amount Of Roll Paper Left

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Press the ▲ or ▼ button to advance or retract the roll. Press ▲ to retract the roll manually. Press ▼ to advance the roll manually. Note • If you hold down ▲ or ▼ for less than a second, the roll will move about 1 mm (0.04 in). If you hold down ▲...
  • Page 608: Specifying The Ink Drying Time For Rolls

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere, ink may be transferred onto the paper surface during ejection, soiling it. In that case, you may be able to improve the condition by setting the time to wait for the ink to dry after printing. Note •...
  • Page 609 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in Between Pages Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK. (See "Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box(Windows).") →P.225 Mac OS X Choose Print in the application menu.
  • Page 610: Specifying The Cutting Method For Rolls

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in Between Pages Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK. (See "Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box(Mac OS X).") →P.444 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls How rolls are cut after ejection varies depending on printer settings.
  • Page 611 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Cutting Method Printer Setting Driver Setting Paper Otherwise choose this option if you want to cut Cut but- Auto Cut No Print Cut Cut- the roll edge after loading a roll. ton press- Guideline ting →P.598 Note...
  • Page 612 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Cutting Mode, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
  • Page 613 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
  • Page 614 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Press the OK button. After the roll is rewound, it stops automatically. Paper cutting (to have the roll cut at your specified position) Press the Feed button. Press the ▼ button to advance the roll to the position for cutting. Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF650...
  • Page 615: Cutting The Leading Edge Of Roll Paper Automatically

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Press the Cut button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. After the roll paper is cut, it is rewound automatically. Caution • If paper would be short when cut at a particular position, the roll may automatically be advanced in some cases before cutting.
  • Page 616 Handling Paper > Handling rolls > • On The leading edge is cut off when you load a roll, and scraps are removed. The amount of paper cut from the leading edge varies depending on the type of paper. For more information, see the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Types of Paper.") →P.568 Important...
  • Page 617: Reducing Dust From Cutting Rolls

    Handling Paper > Handling rolls > Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls For media such as Backlit Film that are more likely to generate debris when cut, select CutDustReduct. > On in the Paper Menu of the Control Panel. This option reduces debris from cutting by printing black lines at the leading and trailing edges of documents.
  • Page 618: Handling Sheets

    Handling Paper > Handling sheets > Handling sheets Loading Sheets in the Printer .......................... 602 Printing From a Desired Starting Point ......................606 Removing Sheets ............................609 Loading Sheets in the Printer Follow these steps to load sheets in the printer. Important •...
  • Page 619 Handling Paper > Handling sheets > Slide the Width Guide (a) to align it with the mark for the size of paper you will load. iPF650 Loading Sheets in the Printer...
  • Page 620 Handling Paper > Handling sheets > Load a single sheet printing-side up in the Paper Feed Slot, with the right edge aligned with the Paper Alignment Guide (a) to the right of the Roll Cover. Insert the paper until the leading edge makes contact and you hear a tone. Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF650...
  • Page 621 Handling Paper > Handling sheets > Move the Width Guide (a) carefully to match the size of paper loaded. Set the Width Guide against the edge of the paper to prevent the paper from becoming crooked or wrinkled. Press the OK button. •...
  • Page 622: Printing From A Desired Starting Point

    Handling Paper > Handling sheets > Printing From a Desired Starting Point When printing inside boundaries or in other situations when you want to specify a particular position to start printing from, set Width Detection to Off in the printer menu for the type of paper used. Set Width Detection to Off On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀...
  • Page 623 Handling Paper > Handling sheets > After a menu for selection of the paper size is displayed, press ▲ or ▼ to select the paper size, and then press the OK button. Open the Top Cover and check the position where paper is loaded. To start printing from the current position, close the Top Cover.
  • Page 624 Handling Paper > Handling sheets > Keeping the right edge of the paper aligned with the extended line of the Paper Alignment Line (a) to the right of the ejection guide and the leading edge aligned with the groove (b) at the far end of the Platen, load the paper at the position from which to start printing.
  • Page 625: Removing Sheets

    Handling Paper > Handling sheets > Removing Sheets Remove sheets from the printer as follows. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Paper tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
  • Page 626 Handling Paper > Handling sheets > Pull the Release Lever forward. Removing Sheets iPF650...
  • Page 627: Output Stacker

    Handling Paper > Output Stacker > Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker ..........................611 Using the Output Stacker This section describes how to use the Output Stacker. Note • The Stand that can be used with this printer is Printer Stand ST-27 and Printer Stand ST-26. •...
  • Page 628 Handling Paper > Output Stacker > Note regarding the Extended position The Output Stacker has a regular position and a position for easy removal of printed documents. Use the best position for the paper size and orientation that you are using. For information on the types and sizes of paper that the Extended position supports, refer to the following.
  • Page 629 Handling Paper > Output Stacker > Lift the Support Rod to the position shown (a) and switch the stacker to Extended position A. When using 24-inch or A1 (portrait) rolls, pull out the Adjustable Stopper (a). This completes the procedure for switching to Extended position A.
  • Page 630 Handling Paper > Output Stacker > Once the printing has finished, use the following procedure to return to the regular position. Lower the Support Rod to the position shown (a) to return to the regular position. If the Adjustable Stopper (b) is extended, retract it.
  • Page 631 Handling Paper > Output Stacker > Grasp the Output stacker handle (a) and pull out the Output Stacker so that it tilts towards you. Open the Output Stacker Ejection Guides (a). This completes the procedure of switching to Extended position B. iPF650 Using the Output Stacker...
  • Page 632 Handling Paper > Output Stacker > Once the printing has finished, use the following procedure to return to the regular position. Push the Output Stacker Ejection Guides (a) closed until it clicks into place. Hold onto the Output stacker handle (a) and pull the Output stacker release lever (b) towards you. Using the Output Stacker iPF650...
  • Page 633 Handling Paper > Output Stacker > While continuing to hold the Output stacker handle (a), slowly lower the Output Stacker. Return to the regular position. iPF650 Using the Output Stacker...
  • Page 634: Adjustments For Better Print Quality

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the feed amount iPF650...
  • Page 635: Adjusting The Printhead

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the Printhead > Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead ........................... 619 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors (Head Posi. Adj.) ........... 619 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors (Head Posi. Adj.) ............621 Adjusting Line Misalignment (Head Inc.
  • Page 636 Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the Printhead > Important • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified on the printer. Adjustment cannot be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings. • This function is not available with CAD Tracing Paper, CAD Translucent Matte Film, or CAD Clear Film. If adjustment is not possible as expected using highly transparent film or similar media, try another type of paper, or try Manual adjustment.
  • Page 637: Manual Adjustment To Straighten Lines And Colors (Head Posi. Adj.)

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the Printhead > Press ▲ or ▼ to select Head Posi. Adj., and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Auto(Standard) or Auto(Advanced), and then press the OK button. A test pattern is printed for adjustment.
  • Page 638 Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the Printhead > On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
  • Page 639: Adjusting Line Misalignment (Head Inc. Adj.)

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the Printhead > Note • If two patterns seem equally good and you cannot decide which one is better, choose an intermediate value. For example, choose 11 if you cannot decide whether pattern 10 or 12 is better. Press ▲...
  • Page 640 Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the Printhead > On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
  • Page 641 Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the Printhead > A test pattern is printed for adjustment. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). Touching these parts may damage them. • If you accidentally move the Carriage, you will hear a warning tone. In this case, close the Top Cov- Examine the test pattern for adjustment.
  • Page 642: Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion And Blurry Images (Head Height)

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the Printhead > Close the Top Cover. The Printhead is now straight, and adjustment is complete. Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images (Head Height) If the Printhead rubs against paper during printing, adjusting the Printhead height may improve results. If image edges are blurred, it may help to lower the Printhead.
  • Page 643 Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the Printhead > Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired setting value, and then press the OK button. Note • Depending on the type of paper, some setting values may not be available. iPF650 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images (Head Height)
  • Page 644: Adjusting The Feed Amount Adjusting The Feed Amount

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the feed amount > Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount ..........................628 Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method (Feed Priority) ..............628 Automatic Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality) .................... 630 Manual Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality) ....................631 Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount (Adj.
  • Page 645 Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the feed amount > Note • Either A:High or B:Standard/Draft in the Adjust Length menu is applied, depending on printer driver set- tings at the time of printing. • If you have selected Easy Settings in the printer driver, follow these steps to confirm the Print Priority setting.
  • Page 646: Automatic Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality)

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the feed amount > Automatic Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality) If printed images are affected by banding in different colors across the sheet, execute Adj. Quality for automatic adjustment of the paper feed amount. There are two modes of automatic adjustment to correct banding: Auto(GenuinePpr) and Auto(OtherPaper).
  • Page 647: Manual Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality)

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the feed amount > On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
  • Page 648 Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the feed amount > Note • Always check the Adj. Priority values before using Manual adjustment. (See "Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method (Feed Priority).") →P.628 • If additional fine-tuning is necessary after Manual adjustment, use Adj. Fine Feed (See "Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount (Adj.
  • Page 649: Fine-Tuning The Paper Feed Amount (Adj. Fine Feed)

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the feed amount > Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual, and then press the OK button. Test pattern A is printed for manual adjustment. Note • When printing on sheets, follow the instructions on the Display Screen and remove the sheet. Examine test pattern A for adjustment.
  • Page 650: Adjusting Line Length (Adjust Length)

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the feed amount > Perform adjustment as follows. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
  • Page 651 Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the feed amount > Paper to Prepare Rolls • An unused roll at least 10 inches wide • High-precision ruler Sheets • One sheet of unused paper of at least A4/Letter size • High-precision ruler Perform adjustment as follows.
  • Page 652: Adjusting The Vacuum Strength (Vacuumstrngth)

    Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the feed amount > Press ▲ or ▼ to select AdjustmentPrint or Change Settings, and then press the OK button. When you select AdjustmentPrint, a test pattern is printed for you to measure the scale and calculate the discrep- ancy.
  • Page 653 Adjustments for Better Print Quality > Adjusting the feed amount > Press ▲ or ▼ to select VacuumStrngth, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired setting value, and then press the OK button. iPF650 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength (VacuumStrngth)
  • Page 654: Printer Parts

    Printer Parts > Printer Parts Printer parts Optional accessories iPF650...
  • Page 655: Front

    Printer Parts > Printer parts > Printer parts Front ................................639 Side ................................. 641 Top Cover (Inside) ............................642 Roll Cover (Inside) ............................643 Carriage ................................644 Ink Tank Cover (Inside) ........................... 644 Front a. Roll Cover Open this cover to load rolls. (See "Roll Cover (Inside).") →P.643 b.
  • Page 656 Printer Parts > Printer parts > g. Paper Alignment Line An orange line for alignment of paper. h. Maintenance Cartridge Cover Open this cover to replace the Maintenance Cartridge. i. Maintenance Cartridge Absorbs ink used for maintenance purposes such as head cleaning. (Replace the cartridge when it is full.) j.
  • Page 657: Side

    Printer Parts > Printer parts > Side a. Manual Pocket Store printer manuals in this pocket. b. Ethernet Port Connect an Ethernet cable to this port. The lamp is lit if the Ethernet cable is connected correctly and communication is possible between the computer and printer.
  • Page 658: Top Cover (Inside)

    Printer Parts > Printer parts > Top Cover (Inside) a. Carriage Moves the Printhead. The carriage serves a key role in printing. (See "Carriage.") →P.644 b. Carriage Shaft The Carriage slides along this shaft. c. Paper Retainer Important in supplying the paper. This retainer holds paper as it is fed. d.
  • Page 659: Roll Cover (Inside)

    Printer Parts > Printer parts > Roll Cover (Inside) a. Roll Holder Load the roll on this holder. b. Holder Stopper Secure rolls on the Roll Holder with this part. c. Roll Loading Slots Slide the Roll Holder along these slots. d.
  • Page 660: Carriage

    Printer Parts > Printer parts > Carriage a. Angle Adjustment Lever Use this lever to fine-tune the printer to correct misalignment of printed lines. b. Printhead The printhead is equipped with ink nozzles. The carriage serves a key role in printing. c.
  • Page 661 Printer Parts > Printer parts > b. Ink Set Label An Ink Tank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter J in a black circle on the side. When purchasing an Ink Tank, make sure a J is printed on the label. (See "Ink Tanks.") →P.732 c.
  • Page 662: Optional Accessories

    Printer Parts > Optional accessories > Optional accessories Roll Holder Set ..............................646 Stand ................................647 Roll Holder Set Load a roll on the roll holder and then load the holder in the printer. The Roll Holder in the Roll Holder Set RH2-33 is for use with both 2-inch and 3-inch paper cores.
  • Page 663: Stand

    Printer Parts > Optional accessories > Stand When using an optional Stand, you can store and stack documents printed on rolls. • Printer Stand ST-27 a. Accessory Pocket Stores printer accessories. b. Output Stacker Printed documents are ejected into the output tray. c.
  • Page 664 Printer Parts > Optional accessories > Note • The Stand that can be used with this printer is Printer Stand ST-27 and Printer Stand ST-26. • The Stand is normally offered as an optional accessory, but either one or the other of the Stand may be inclu- ded as a standard accessory in some sales regions and periods.
  • Page 665: Control Panel

    Control Panel > Control Panel Operations and Display Screen Printer Menu iPF650...
  • Page 666: Operations And Display Screen

    Control Panel > Operations and Display Screen > Operations and Display Screen Control Panel ..............................650 Control Panel Display ............................652 How to View Instructions With Navigate ......................656 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations ................... 657 Control Panel a. Display Screen Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages.
  • Page 667 Control Panel > Operations and Display Screen > d. Power button (green) Turns the printer on and off. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") →P.3 The Power button is lit when the printer is on or in Sleep mode. e.
  • Page 668: Control Panel Display

    Control Panel > Operations and Display Screen > Note • To recover from Sleep mode, any button can be pressed except the Power button. Control Panel Display After the printer starts up, the Tab Selection screen is displayed. Each of the four tabs presents status, menus, and error information related to the particular tab. Types of tabs The Tab Selection screen presents four tabs.
  • Page 669 Control Panel > Operations and Display Screen > Settings/Adj. tab A tab indicating status and showing menus related to settings and adjustment. Pressing the OK button when this tab is highlighted will display the Set./Adj. Menu. • Top line displayed The settings/adjustment icon is highlighted.
  • Page 670: Mode Transition

    Control Panel > Operations and Display Screen > Sleep The printer is in power-saving mode. The printer automatically enters Sleep mode to con- serve power when idle for a specific period (by default, five minutes), that is, if no print jobs are received or buttons are pressed while all covers are closed.
  • Page 671 Control Panel > Operations and Display Screen > The printer mode is indicated as follows. *1: The printer automatically enters Sleep mode when idle for a specific period (by default, five minutes), that is, if no print jobs are received or buttons are pressed while all covers are closed. However, it does not enter Sleep mode while error messages are displayed.
  • Page 672: How To View Instructions With Navigate

    Control Panel > Operations and Display Screen > • Error display Mode transition during error display is as follows. If multiple errors occur, tabs related to errors other than the error currently shown flash. Press the ◀ or ▶ button to access other tabs and check those errors.
  • Page 673: Checking Instructions During Printer Operations

    Control Panel > Operations and Display Screen > Example: Loading sheets Checking Instructions During Printer Operations You can refer to instructions on the printer control panel when loading paper, replacing ink tanks, or performing other oper- ations. How to view instructions Once you complete an action described in the instructions, the printer detects the action and switches to the next instruction screen.
  • Page 674 Control Panel > Operations and Display Screen > When all actions in the sequence are finished, the instruction screen for the next step is displayed. Example: Ink tank replacement Checking Instructions During Printer Operations iPF650...
  • Page 675 Control Panel > Operations and Display Screen > Note • During a continuous display of instructions, you can press the ◀ button to pause the instructions on the cur- rent screen. Press the ◀ or ▶ button to display the previous or next screens. If you do not press the ◀ or ▶ button within 30 seconds, continuous display is resumed.
  • Page 676: Printer Menu Printer Menu Operations

    Control Panel > Printer Menu > Printer Menu Printer Menu Operations ..........................660 Menu Operations ............................661 Menu Structure ..............................664 Menu Settings ..............................674 Menu Settings (During Printing) ........................685 Status Print ..............................687 Printing Interface Setting Reports ........................689 Printer Menu Operations The printer menu is classified into menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu items only available during printing.
  • Page 677: Menu Operations

    Control Panel > Printer Menu > Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, pressing OK will not display menus. Menus can be selected after you resolve the problem. The following operations are available from the menu during printing. •...
  • Page 678 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Menus are displayed with the upper line selected. You can use the buttons on the Control Panel to access each menu. • Press Back to access a higher menu in the menu list, and press OK to access a lower one. If not all menu items are displayed, hold down ▲...
  • Page 679: Specifying Menu Items

    Control Panel > Printer Menu > Specifying menu items Menu items can be set as follows. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired setting, and then press the OK button. After two seconds, the display reverts to the upper level menu. Note •...
  • Page 680: Menu Structure

    Control Panel > Printer Menu > Executing menu commands Menu commands can be executed as follows. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the action to execute, and then press the OK button. The menu command is now executed. Menu Structure The menu structure is organized by tabs, as follows.
  • Page 681 Control Panel > Printer Menu > First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Paper Details (The paper type is Skew Check Lv. displayed here.) Cutting Mode Automatic ( *1 →P.666 ( *6 →P.666 Eject Manual Cut Speed Fast Standard Slow...
  • Page 682 Control Panel > Printer Menu > First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Paper Details (The paper type is Bordless Margin Automatic displayed here.) Fixed ( *1 →P.666 Width Detection On * Return Defaults Paper Details Keep Paper Type Off * *1: For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide.
  • Page 683 Control Panel > Printer Menu > First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Print Job Log Pause Print Off * Set./Adj. Menu Second Lev- First Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Test Print Nozzle Check Status Print...
  • Page 684 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Second Lev- First Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Mainte- Head Info Count [Mdot]: nance GL2 Replot GL2 BufferClear GL2 Set- Quality Color Monochrome tings Manager Mode Color (CAD) 1 * Color (CAD) 2 Color (CAD) 3...
  • Page 685 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Second Lev- First Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level GL2 Set- Line & Pen Setup Define Pa- Palette A (Select the Line Attrib- Circle Set- tings Pen Man- lette pen number) utes...
  • Page 686 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Second Lev- First Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Interface TCP/IP IPv4 Protocol RARP Setup ( *8 ( *4 Off * →P.674 →P.674 IPv4 Set- IP Address xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx tings Subnet...
  • Page 687 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Second Lev- First Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Interface NetWare Print BinderyPServer Setup ( *8 Service RPrinter →P.674 ( *5 NDSPServer * →P.674 NPrinter AppleTalk ( *8 Off * →P.674 Ethernet...
  • Page 688 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Second Lev- First Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level System Date & Date Setup Time yyyy/mm/dd ( *7 →P.674 ( *8 Time →P.674 hh:mm Date For- yyyy/mm/dd * dd/mm/yyyy ( *8 mm/dd/yyyy...
  • Page 689 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Second Lev- First Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level System Time Zone -7:Arizona(MST) Setup ( *8 -6:Texas (CST) →P.674 -5:NewYork(EST) -4:Santiago -3:Buenos Aires -1:Cape Verde Length meter * Unit feet/inch Detect...
  • Page 690: Menu Settings

    Control Panel > Printer Menu > Second Lev- First Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Admin. Change (The screen for setting the password is displayed) Menu Password ( *8 ( *9 →P.674 →P.674 Init.Admin.Pswd ( *9 →P.674 Printer In-...
  • Page 691: Paper Menu

    Control Panel > Printer Menu > Paper Menu Setting Item Description, Instructions Load Paper Select sheets or rolls and load the paper. Eject Paper Choose this item before removing loaded paper. Chg. Paper Type ( *1 Change the type of paper loaded. (See "Changing the Type →P.676 of Paper.") →P.583...
  • Page 692 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Setting Item Description, Instructions Paper Details (The type of pa- Scan Wait Specify the time to wait for the ink to dry between each scan per is displayed Time (after the printhead finishes moving in one direction), in con- here.) sideration of how quickly the ink dries.
  • Page 693: Ink Menu

    *1: Indicates a rough estimate of how much ink was consumed per page. Actual ink consumption may be different. The average margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. Estimates may vary depending on conditions of use.
  • Page 694 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Setting Item Description, Instructions Test Paper Details Print the paper settings as specified in Paper Details. Print Print Job Log Print a record of print jobs, including the paper type and size, amount of ink consumed, and so on. Ink con- sumption indicates a rough estimate of how much ink was consumed per page.( *1 →P.685...
  • Page 695 Color (CAD) 2 Print in brighter colors. Color (CAD) 3 Print emulating the following printers, in colors re- sembling colors produced by these printers: Canon BJ- W3000/W3050.( *2 →P.685 Color (CAD) 4 Print emulating the HP Designjet 500/800, in colors resembling colors produced by these printers.
  • Page 696 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Setting Item Description, Instructions Quality Print (Economy) Although printing quality is diminished, less ink is Set- Man- consumed than in regular printing. Select On to con- tings ager serve ink. Paper Paper Source Choose the source of paper for HP-GL/2 printing. Man- Margin Specify the margin around paper.
  • Page 697 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Setting Item Description, Instructions Line & Smoothing • If you choose Software Set- Operation is determined by the application. If noth- tings Man- ing is specified by the application, the result is as ager shown in the figure.
  • Page 698 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Setting Item Description, Instructions Inter- TCP/I IPv4 IPv4 IP Address Specify the printer network information when using a face Set- static IP address. Subnet Mask Setup tings Enter the IP address assigned to the printer, as well as Default G/W the network subnet mask and default gateway.
  • Page 699 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Setting Item Description, Instructions Inter- Ether- MAC Address Indicates the MAC address. face Setup Driver Interface Print Print interface settings information. Return Defaults Choose OK to restore Interface Setup settings to the default values. System Sleep Timer Specify the period before the printer enters sleep...
  • Page 700 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Setting Item Description, Instructions System Keep Paper Size Choose Off to give priority to margin settings. The Setup larger value is used if the margin specified in the print- er driver does not match the margin in the printer menu TrimEdge Reload Specify whether to trim the leading edge of the cur-...
  • Page 701: Menu Settings (During Printing)

    *1: Indicates a rough estimate of how much ink was consumed per page. Actual ink consumption may be different. The average margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. Estimates may vary depending on conditions of use.
  • Page 702: Set./Adj. Menu

    *1: A rough estimate of how much ink was consumed per job is displayed. Actual ink consumption may be different. The average margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. Estimates may vary depending on conditions of use.
  • Page 703: Status Print

    Press ▲ or ▼ to select Status Print, and then press the OK button. Checking the information in Status Print reports The following information is included in Status Print reports. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Status Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version...
  • Page 704 Control Panel > Printer Menu > Information on the loaded paper. Roll Media Type Cut Sheet Type ManageRemainRoll Keep Paper Type Set./Adj. Menu Settings and adjustment information. System Setup Printer system settings, as well as settings regarding warn- ings and errors. Sleep Timer Buzzer Contrast Adj.
  • Page 705: Printing Interface Setting Reports

    Control Panel > Printer Menu > Utilization status of replacement parts that require servic- CR1-5, SP1, ing. PG1, HMa1, MT1, PL1, Mi1,CT1,WF1-2 COUNTER Utilization status of the cutter, media, and other items (indi- cating how much they have been used). CUTTER MEDIA LIFE TTL...
  • Page 706 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Test Print, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Print, and then press the OK button. Confirming Interface Print information The following information is included in the Interface Print report. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Interface Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version...
  • Page 707 Control Panel > Printer Menu > TCP/IPv4 IPv4 settings values. FTP Printing Use Discovery Scope Primary DNS Server Address Secondary DNS Server Address DNS Host Name DNS Domain Name MulticastDNS ServiceName SNMPv1 SNMPv3 TCP/IPv6 Use IPv6 IPv6 settings values. Use DHCPv6 Stateful Address Prefix Length Primary DNS Server Address...
  • Page 708 Control Panel > Printer Menu > TCP/IPv6 IPv6 settings values. Perform dynamic updating of stateful addresses Dynamically update the stateless address Dynamically update the manual address NetWare Frame Type NetWare settings values. IPX External Network Number Node Number Print Application Bindery PServer File Server Name Print Server Name...
  • Page 709: Network Setting

    Network Setting > Network Setting Network Environment Using RemoteUI Initial Settings NetWare Settings Mac OS X Settings Other Settings iPF650...
  • Page 710: Network Environment

    Network Setting > Network Environment > Network Environment Network Environment ............................694 Network Environment System requirements The system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are as follows. • Printing over a TCP/IP network (when using IPv4) • Compatible operating systems •...
  • Page 711 Network Setting > Network Environment > • Mac OS X 10.2.8–10.4 • Compatible computer • A computer that runs one of the above operating systems Note • The printer cannot be used over a LocalTalk network. • Compatible with EtherTalk Phase 2. •...
  • Page 712 Network Setting > Network Environment > • Example of a Macintosh network In Macintosh networks, print over AppleTalk (EtherTalk) or TCP/IP, using Bonjour (Zeroconf) functions. Note • The imagePROGRAF printer driver is not compatible with AppleTalk. • Example of a NetWare network Note •...
  • Page 713: Using Remoteui

    Network Setting > Using RemoteUI > Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI .............................. 697 Using RemoteUI RemoteUI is software with which you can access the printer via the network from your Web browser to confirm the printer status, operate jobs, and configure the settings. Since the software (Web server) for using RemoteUI is built in the printer, preparing software other than a Web browser is unnecessary.
  • Page 714 Network Setting > Using RemoteUI > The RemoteUI screen is displayed. Note • The screen slightly differs depending on the model of printer. Configuring the Network With RemoteUI For details on configuring printer settings for networks, refer to the following topics. •...
  • Page 715 Network Setting > Using RemoteUI > Note • RemoteUI also offers many other features. You can display the ink levels, check error messages and other status information, and cancel print jobs. • By factory default, the English screen is displayed. To change the display language, select the desired lan- guage under Language before logging on in administrator mode.
  • Page 716: Initial Settings

    Network Setting > Initial Settings > Initial Settings Configuring the IP Address on the Printer ...................... 700 Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel ..............701 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands ..............702 Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings ......................703 Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows) ..................
  • Page 717: Configuring The Ip Address Using The Printer Control Panel

    Network Setting > Initial Settings > Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel This topic describes how to configure the printer's IP address on the Control Panel. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note •...
  • Page 718: Configuring The Ip Address Using Arp And Ping Commands

    Network Setting > Initial Settings > Repeat steps 8 and 9 to complete the settings, and then press the OK button. Press the Menu button. If you have changed the settings, a confirmation message is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button.
  • Page 719: Configuring Tcp/Ipv6 Network Settings

    Network Setting > Initial Settings > Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. • You can investigate the MAC address by printing an interface setting report. (See "Printing Interface Setting Reports.") →P.689 In Windows, open a command prompt, or in Mac OS X, start Terminal. Execute the following command to add entries to the ARP table for managing IP addresses and corresponding MAC addresses.
  • Page 720: Configuring The Printer Driver Destination (Windows)

    Network Setting > Initial Settings > Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select TCP/IP, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
  • Page 721: Configuring The Printer Driver Destination (Mac Os X)

    Network Setting > Initial Settings > In the Available Port list, select Standard TCP/IP Port. Click New Port. After the wizard starts, a window is displayed for the Welcome to the Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wiz- ard. Click Next. In Printer Name or IP Address, enter the printer's IP address.
  • Page 722 Network Setting > Initial Settings > If a password has been set on the printer, enter the password. Click Network in the Device Manager menu at left to display the Network page. Click Edit in the upper-right corner of the TCP/IPv4 group to display the Edit TCP/IP Protocol Settings page. Refer to the TCP/IP Settings Items table to complete the settings.
  • Page 723 > Item Details Default Setting Multicast DNS Serv- Specify the printer's Multicast DNS service name. (1–63 charac- Canon iPFxxxx ice Name ters) (xxxxxx) This name will be displayed when Bonjour functions are used. Click OK to display the Network page.
  • Page 724 Network Setting > Initial Settings > Item Details Default Setting Prefix Length Enter the IP address prefix length. Default Router Ad- Enter the default router address. dress Prefix Length Enter the prefix length of the default router address. Primary DNS Server Address Specify the IP address of the primary DNS server.
  • Page 725: Netware Settings

    Network Setting > NetWare Settings > NetWare Settings Configuring NetWare Network Settings ......................709 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type ....................... 710 Specifying NetWare Print Services ......................... 714 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI ............. 717 Configuring NetWare Network Settings Follow these steps to configure the network environment when using the printer in a NetWare network.
  • Page 726: Specifying The Printer's Frame Type

    Network Setting > NetWare Settings > Specifying the Printer's Frame Type To enable communication between the printer and computers on your network, specify the Ethernet frame type in your Net- Ware environment. Follow the steps below to specify the frame type by using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility or the printer Control Panel.
  • Page 727 Network Setting > NetWare Settings > Click the NetWare tab and select the frame type in the NetWare Frame Type list. iPF650 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type...
  • Page 728 Network Setting > NetWare Settings > Select the IPv4 tab. In IP Address, enter the IP address assigned to the printer, and then enter the subnet mask in Subnet Mask and the default gateway in Gateway Address. Important • You must specify the IP address here to be able to configure NetWare protocol settings using Remo- teUI.
  • Page 729 Network Setting > NetWare Settings > Specifying the frame type using the printer Control Panel On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
  • Page 730: Specifying Netware Print Services

    Network Setting > NetWare Settings > Press the Menu button. If any of the settings is changed, a confirmation message is displayed. In this case, press the OK button. Important • Be sure to complete step 11. This will activate the values you have entered. Note •...
  • Page 731 Network Setting > NetWare Settings > When using queue server mode, all print server functions are supported, so there is no need for other print server software or hardware. In NDS queue server mode (NDS PServer), the NDS print server is used for printing. In bindery queue server mode (Bindery PServer), the bindery print server is used for printing.
  • Page 732 Network Setting > NetWare Settings > To use the printer in remote printer mode, start the print server. To use the NetWare file server as the print server, enter LOAD PSERVER.NLM at the file server and press the Enter key. Note •...
  • Page 733: Configuring The Printer's Netware Network Settings With Remoteui

    Network Setting > NetWare Settings > Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI Follow the steps below to configure NetWare protocol settings other than the frame type by using RemoteUI. Note • For details on RemoteUI, see "Using RemoteUI." →P.697 Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address) box to display the RemoteUI page.
  • Page 734 Network Setting > NetWare Settings > Default Set- Item Details ting Bindery PSer- Polling Interval (1–15 seconds) RPrinter Print Server Specify the name of a NetWare print server. — Name (0–47 characters) Printer Number Specify the number of the printer connected to the NetWare print server.
  • Page 735 Network Setting > NetWare Settings > In Print Server Password, enter the password of the print server created in " Specifying NetWare Print ." Services →P.714 In Polling Interval, specify the interval at which the printer checks the NetWare print queue. •...
  • Page 736: Mac Os X Settings

    • If you use the printer in a TCP/IP network, make sure the printer's IP address is configured correctly. (See "Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel.") →P.701 Configuring the Destination (Mac OS X) Navigate to Applications > Canon Utilities > imagePROGRAF PrinterSetup and double-click imagePROG- RAF PrinterSetup.app. Click Next. Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks...
  • Page 737 Network Setting > Mac OS X Settings > Click Registering IP Address. Select the model and type and then enter the IP address before clicking the Next button. Complete Printer Name and Location as desired and click Register. iPF650 Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks...
  • Page 738: Configuring The Destination For Bonjour Network

    • By default, Bonjour is activated on the printer. You can activate or deactivate the Bonjour function or change the printer name by using RemoteUI. For instructions on changing it, see "Using RemoteUI." →P.697 Navigate to Applications > Canon Utilities > imagePROGRAF PrinterSetup and double-click imagePROG- RAF PrinterSetup.app. Click Next.
  • Page 739 Network Setting > Mac OS X Settings > Select the printer to register and click Next. Complete Printer Name and Location as desired and click Register. Click Finish. iPF650 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network...
  • Page 740: Configuring The Destination For Appletalk Networks

    Network Setting > Mac OS X Settings > Configuring the Destination for AppleTalk Networks To print over an AppleTalk network, activate the AppleTalk protocol and configure the destination as follows. Activating AppleTalk on the printer Important • By factory default, the AppleTalk protocol is disabled on the printer. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀...
  • Page 741 Network Setting > Mac OS X Settings > Note • By using RemoteUI, you can also specify the object name used for AppleTalk, as well as the printer zone name. For details on RemoteUI, see "Using RemoteUI." →P.697 Configuring the Destination (Mac OS X) Important •...
  • Page 742: Configuring The Printer's Appletalk Network Settings

    X 10.2.8–10.4. If you use multiple printers in the same zone, assign a unique name to each printer. By default, the network interface name is Canon NB-18GB (xxxxxx). (Here, xxxxxx is the last six digits of the printer's MAC address.) *2: If zones have been created on the network, enter the name of the printer's zone.
  • Page 743: Other Settings

    Network Setting > Other Settings > Other Settings Specifying Printer-Related Information ......................727 Configuring the Communication Mode Manually .................... 728 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur ................. 729 Initializing the Network Settings ........................730 Specifying Printer-Related Information Follow the steps below to specify device information and security settings.
  • Page 744: Configuring The Communication Mode Manually

    Network Setting > Other Settings > Security Settings Item Details Default Setting New Password Enter the new password. blank (0-9999999) Confirm Enter the new password again to confirm it. blank (0-9999999) *1: On the Security settings screen, besides entering a password, you can specify other security-related information, such as IP address-based SNMP or TCP usage restrictions, MAC address-based access restrictions, or IPP and FTP authentication settings.
  • Page 745: Email Notification When Printing Is Finished Or Errors Occur

    Network Setting > Other Settings > Press ▲ or ▼ to select the communication mode, and then press the OK button. The display reverts to the Ethernet Driver menu. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Ethernet Type, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
  • Page 746: Initializing The Network Settings

    Network Setting > Other Settings > Note • For details on email notification using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (in Windows), refer to the image- PROGRAF Status Monitor help. • Mail server authentication is only supported with imagePROGRAF Status Monitor. Initializing the Network Settings Use RemoteUI to restore the network settings to the default values as follows.
  • Page 747: Maintenance And Consumables

    Maintenance and Consumables > Maintenance and Consumables Ink Tanks Printheads Maintenance Cartridge Cleaning the Printer Other Maintenance Consumables iPF650...
  • Page 748: Ink Tanks

    Maintenance and Consumables > Ink Tanks > Ink Tanks Ink Tanks ................................. 732 Replacing Ink Tanks ............................732 Checking Ink Tank Levels ..........................737 When to Replace Ink Tanks ..........................738 Ink Tanks When purchasing ink tanks, make sure a J is printed on the label, along with the following Ink Tank serial numbers. •...
  • Page 749 Maintenance and Consumables > Ink Tanks > Important • Do not install used ink tanks in another model of printer. This will prevent correct ink level detection, which may damage the printer or cause other problems. • We recommend using up an Ink Tank in the course of printing within six months after breaking the seal. Printing quality may be affected if you use older ink tanks.
  • Page 750 Maintenance and Consumables > Ink Tanks > Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button. The Ink Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Rep. Ink Tank, and then press the OK button. A message on the Display Screen requests you to open the Ink Tank Cover.
  • Page 751 Maintenance and Consumables > Ink Tanks > Hold the Ink Tank by the grips and remove it. Press the OK button. Caution • If there is still ink in the Ink Tank you removed, store it with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains.
  • Page 752 Maintenance and Consumables > Ink Tanks > Important • If you do not agitate the Ink Tank, the ink may settle, which may affect printing quality. Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank. Caution • Never touch the ink holes or electrical contacts. This may cause stains, damage the Ink Tank, and affect printing quality.
  • Page 753: Checking Ink Tank Levels

    Maintenance and Consumables > Ink Tanks > Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. Note • If the Ink Lamp is not lit, reload the tank. Close the Ink Tank Cover. Checking Ink Tank Levels On the Display Screen, you can check how much ink is left in the ink tanks. To check remaining Ink Tank levels, access the Tab Selection screen on the Control Panel and press ◀...
  • Page 754: When To Replace Ink Tanks

    Maintenance and Consumables > Ink Tanks > Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. • If an error has occurred and the Tab Selection screen cannot be displayed, display Ink Info as follows. 1.
  • Page 755 Maintenance and Consumables > Ink Tanks > Before print jobs and maintenance that consume a lot of ink If little ink is left, there may not be enough for large-format printing, head cleaning, and maintenance, which require a lot of ink.
  • Page 756: Printheads

    Maintenance and Consumables > Printheads > Printheads Printhead ................................. 740 Checking for Nozzle Clogging ........................740 Cleaning the Printhead ........................... 741 Replacing the Printhead ..........................742 Printhead A replacement Printhead. • Printhead PF-04 Note • For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see "Replacing the Printhead." →P.742 Checking for Nozzle Clogging If printing is faint or affected by banding in different colors, make sure the Printhead nozzles are clear by printing a test...
  • Page 757: Cleaning The Printhead

    Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. Note • If you repeat these steps several times but the horizontal lines are still faint or incomplete, contact your Canon dealer. Cleaning the Printhead If printing is faint, cleaning the Printhead may improve results.
  • Page 758: Replacing The Printhead

    • If printing does not improve after Head Cleaning B, try repeating Head Cleaning B once or twice. If this still does not improve printing, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance.
  • Page 759 > Printheads > • If the Display Screen indicates "Open top cover and replace the printhead." • If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the Printhead Compatible printheads For information on compatible printheads, see "Printhead." →P.740 Precautions when handling the Printhead Take the following precautions when handling the Printhead.
  • Page 760: Replace The Printhead

    Maintenance and Consumables > Printheads > Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
  • Page 761 Maintenance and Consumables > Printheads > If the Printhead Fixer Cover or Printhead Fixer Lever is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). Touching these parts may damage them. •...
  • Page 762 Maintenance and Consumables > Printheads > Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to open it completely. Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely. Remove the Printhead and press the OK button. Note • Dispose of the used Printhead in accordance with local regulations. Replacing the Printhead iPF650...
  • Page 763 Maintenance and Consumables > Printheads > Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from the pouch. Important • When handling the Printhead, always hold it by the grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or metal contacts (c). This may damage the Printhead and affect printing quality. •...
  • Page 764 Maintenance and Consumables > Printheads > Important • The inside surface of the Protective Part (a) and Protective Part (b) is coated with ink to protect the nozzles. Be careful not to touch these surfaces when removing the caps. • The Printhead contains ink to protect the nozzles. We recommend removing Protective Part (b) as you hold it over the Printhead package or safely out of the way to avoid spilling ink and staining your clothes or the surrounding area.
  • Page 765 Maintenance and Consumables > Printheads > Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the printer until it clicks. Close the Top Cover. Ink now fills the system. It takes about seven minutes to complete. Important • Never remove an Ink Tank while the system is filling with ink. •...
  • Page 766: Maintenance Cartridge

    Maintenance and Consumables > Maintenance Cartridge > Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge ........................... 750 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge ......................750 Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity ................755 When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge ....................756 Maintenance Cartridge A replacement Maintenance Cartridge. •...
  • Page 767 Maintenance and Consumables > Maintenance Cartridge > Make sure the printer is ready for Maintenance Cartridge replacement You can replace Maintenance Cartridge if the Display Screen advises you to check the remaining capacity or replace the Maintenance Cartridge. If a message is displayed requesting Maintenance Cartridge replacement, you can skip the step Access the menu for Main- tenance Cartridge replacement.
  • Page 768 Maintenance and Consumables > Maintenance Cartridge > Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Open the box, remove the plastic bag and packaging material, and take out the Maintenance Cartridge. Important • Never touch the metal contacts (a). This may damage the Maintenance Cartridge. At this point, open the Maintenance Cartridge Cover.
  • Page 769 Maintenance and Consumables > Maintenance Cartridge > Hold the used Maintenance Cartridge by the grip (a) with one hand and put your other hand under the Maintenance Cartridge to hold it firmly on the bottom, keeping it level as you pull it out. Caution •...
  • Page 770 Note • In accordance with active and ongoing environmental programs, Canon supports recycling of used maintenance cartridges. Follow the instructions provided with the new Maintenance Cartridge that describe how to process the used Maintenance Cartridge.
  • Page 771: Checking The Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity

    Maintenance and Consumables > Maintenance Cartridge > Close the Maintenance Cartridge Cover. Press the OK button. The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge. Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity The Maintenance Cartridge absorbs excess ink from borderless printing, printhead cleaning, and other processes. You can confirm the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge by checking the Maintenance Cartridge capacity shown on the Display Screen.
  • Page 772: When To Replace The Maintenance Cartridge

    Maintenance and Consumables > Maintenance Cartridge > When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Replace or prepare to replace the Maintenance Cartridge in the following situations. If a message for checking the Maintenance Cartridge is shown on the Display Screen When the Maintenance Cartridge is almost full, the Message Lamp is lit and "The level is low" is shown on the Display Screen.
  • Page 773: Cleaning The Printer

    Maintenance and Consumables > Cleaning the Printer > Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior ........................... 757 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover ........................757 Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. To ensure a comfortable working environment, clean the printer exterior about once a month.
  • Page 774 Maintenance and Consumables > Cleaning the Printer > • After you have used up a roll • After borderless printing • After printing on small paper • After printing on paper that generates a lot of cutting debris • If you have replaced the roll •...
  • Page 775 Maintenance and Consumables > Cleaning the Printer > If paper dust has accumulated in the Vacuum holes (a) on the Platen or in the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (b), use the Cleaning Brush (c), provided with the printer, to wipe it away. Note •...
  • Page 776 Maintenance and Consumables > Cleaning the Printer > Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely, wipe inside the Top Cover to clean it. Wipe away any ink residue on the Platen as a whole (a), the Paper Retainer (b), Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (c), and Ejection Guide (d).
  • Page 777 Maintenance and Consumables > Cleaning the Printer > Important • Do not use a dry cloth to wipe inside the Top Cover. This may create a static charge, which may attract dust and affect the printing quality. • Never use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or thinner. If these substances come into contact with electrical components inside the printer, there is a risk of fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 778 Maintenance and Consumables > Cleaning the Printer > Close the Top Cover. Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF650...
  • Page 779: Other Maintenance

    Important • Avoid tilting the printer excessively in transit. This may cause ink in the printer to leak and cause stains. If it is necessary to tilt the printer in transit, contact your Canon dealer. Note • It is not possible to prepare the printer for transfer if the Display Screen requests you to replace the Mainte- nance Cartridge or check the remaining capacity.
  • Page 780 • If consumables must be replaced, the message "Consumables must be replaced. Call for service." is shown on the Display Screen and preparation is not possible. If this message is displayed, press the OK button and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Remove the Ink Tank Open the Ink Tank Cover.
  • Page 781 Maintenance and Consumables > Other Maintenance > Note • Store the ink tanks you removed with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove all ink tanks. Push all ink tank lock levers closed until they click into place. Close the Ink Tank Cover.
  • Page 782 Maintenance and Consumables > Other Maintenance > At this point, ink is drawn out from inside the tubes. Important • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge during this process. When the process is finished, "Completed! Turn Power Off!!" is displayed. Pack the printer Press the Power button and turn off the printer.
  • Page 783: Updating The Firmware

    The firmware version is displayed. Updating the Firmware To obtain the latest firmware, visit the Canon website. If the firmware available online is newer than the installed firmware, update the printer firmware. For details on downloading and updating the firmware, visit the Canon website.
  • Page 784: Consumables

    Maintenance and Consumables > Consumables > Consumables Ink Tanks ................................. 732 Printhead ................................. 740 Maintenance Cartridge ........................... 750 iPF650...
  • Page 785: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Problems Regarding Paper Printing does not start The printer stops during a print job Problems with the printing quality Cannot print over a network Installation problems HP-GL/2 problems Other problems iPF650...
  • Page 786: Frequently Asked Questions

    Troubleshooting > Frequently Asked Questions > Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions ........................... 770 Frequently Asked Questions This section presents frequently asked questions and answers. To view more detailed explanations, click the hyperlinks in the answer column. Question Answer How do I print on a When printing on rolls, after loading the roll, specify the paper type and length, both on the roll? Control Panel and in the printer driver.
  • Page 787 Troubleshooting > Frequently Asked Questions > Question Answer How do I print without By specifying to rotate originals 90 degrees in the printer driver, you can print at A4 size to wasting all the blank fill the width of A3 paper. ⇒"...
  • Page 788: Problems Regarding Paper

    Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) ....................772 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper .......................... 774 Clearing a Jammed Sheet ..........................778 Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot .................. 781 Cannot load sheets ............................
  • Page 789 Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cover. Fold an A4 sheet lengthwise four times and insert it through the gap of the Paper Feed Slot. Push the scrap out toward the Platen. Remove the scrap when it is pushed out onto the Platen.
  • Page 790: Clearing Jammed Roll Paper

    Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > Holding it at the positions indicated, close the Roll Cover. Pull the Release Lever forward. Clearing Jammed Roll Paper If paper from a roll becomes jammed, "Paper jam." is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel. Remove the jammed paper as follows.
  • Page 791: Problems Regarding Paper

    Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > Caution • When cutting paper, be careful to avoid injury or damage to the printer. Push the Release Lever back. Remove the jammed paper. • If paper is jammed inside the Top Cover Open the Top Cover and move the Carriage to the left or right side manually, away from the jam. Clear any jammed paper from inside the Top Cover.
  • Page 792 Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > Close the Top Cover. Important • Do not move the Carriage over jammed paper. This may damage the Printhead. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer.
  • Page 793 Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. • If the paper is jammed by the Ejection Guide Remove the jammed paper from the Output Tray. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer.
  • Page 794: Clearing A Jammed Sheet

    Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > Pull the Release Lever forward. Clearing a Jammed Sheet If a sheet becomes jammed, "Paper jam." is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel. Remove the jammed paper as follows. Push the Release Lever back. Clearing a Jammed Sheet iPF650...
  • Page 795 Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > Remove the jammed paper. • If paper is jammed inside the Top Cover Open the Top Cover and move the Carriage to the left or right side manually, away from the jam. Clear any jammed paper from inside the Top Cover. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer.
  • Page 796 Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > Important • Do not move the Carriage over jammed paper. This may damage the Printhead. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer.
  • Page 797: Roll Paper Cannot Be Inserted Into The Paper Feed Slot

    Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. Pull the Release Lever forward. Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot Cause Corrective Action The roll paper is warped.
  • Page 798: Paper Is Not Cut Neatly

    Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > Paper is not cut neatly Cause Corrective Action The paper is bent or curled at the cut posi- Straighten out any curling by the edges of the paper. tion. Paper rises by the ends of the cut position be- Reload the paper correctly.
  • Page 799: Roll Paper Is Continuously Ejected

    Troubleshooting > Problems Regarding Paper > Roll Paper is Continuously Ejected Cause Corrective Action Although sheets are After roll ejection stops, follow these steps to reload the roll. selected as the paper 1. Push the Release Lever back. source, a roll was ad- 2.
  • Page 800: Printing Does Not Start

    Troubleshooting > Printing does not start > Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up ................... 784 The printer does not respond even if print jobs are sent ................784 Ink Filling.. is displayed ........................... 784 The display screen indicates Agitating ......................
  • Page 801: The Display Screen Indicates Agitating

    Troubleshooting > Printing does not start > The display screen indicates Agitating Cause Corrective Action Ink agitation is in pro- Please wait until ink agitation is finished. gress. The time for agitation varies depending on how long the printer has been off. (Between about 30 seconds and two minutes.) iPF650 The display screen indicates Agitating...
  • Page 802: The Printer Stops During A Print Job

    In the Control Panel, set Auto Rotate to Off and print again. cludes HP RTL commands when Auto Ro- (See "Menu Settings.") →P.674 tate is On in the Control Panel menu. The printer is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. An error message is shown on the Display Screen iPF650...
  • Page 803: Problems With The Printing Quality Printing Is Faint

    Troubleshooting > Problems with the printing quality > Problems with the printing quality Printing is faint ..............................787 Paper rubs against the Printhead ........................788 The edges of the paper are dirty ........................789 The surface of the paper is dirty ........................789 The back side of the paper is dirty .........................
  • Page 804: Paper Rubs Against The Printhead

    Troubleshooting > Problems with the printing quality > Cause Corrective Action You are printing on paper that In the Control Panel menu, set CutDustReduct. in Paper Details to On. tends to generate dust when cut. (See "Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls.") →P.601 Paper rubs against the Printhead Cause...
  • Page 805: The Edges Of The Paper Are Dirty

    Troubleshooting > Problems with the printing quality > The edges of the paper are dirty Cause Corrective Action The Platen has become dirty after Open the Top Cover and clean the Platen. borderless printing or printing on (See "Cleaning Inside the Top Cover.") →P.757 small paper.
  • Page 806: The Back Side Of The Paper Is Dirty

    Troubleshooting > Problems with the printing quality > Cause Corrective Action You are using a paper that In the Control Panel menu, set Roll DryingTime to at least 1 min. does not dry easily. (See "Menu Settings.") →P.674 When paper that does not dry easily is used for printing, it may curl during printing and touch the Output Tray.
  • Page 807: Banding In Different Colors Occurs

    Troubleshooting > Problems with the printing quality > Cause Corrective Action Color may change slightly even on the same mod- Follow these steps to prepare the printing environment. el of printer if you use a different version of the 1. Use the same version of firmware or printer driver. firmware or printer driver, or when you print un- 2.
  • Page 808: Image Edges Are Blurred Or White Banding Occurs

    Troubleshooting > Problems with the printing quality > Cause Corrective Action You are printing on paper that curls (See "Adjusting the Vacuum Strength (VacuumStrngth).") →P.636 easily. Printed colors may be uneven if you Choose a higher level of Print Quality in the Advanced Settings of the printer set the Print Quality too low.
  • Page 809: The Contrast Becomes Uneven During Printing

    Troubleshooting > Problems with the printing quality > Cause Corrective Action The Printhead is set too high in the (See "Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images (Head Control Panel menu. Height).") →P.626 The type of paper specified in the Load paper of the same type as you have specified in the printer driver. printer driver does not match the type (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.579...
  • Page 810: Documents Are Printed In Monochrome

    Troubleshooting > Problems with the printing quality > Cause Corrective Action In the Control Panel menu, Width Detection is set to Set Width Detection to On in the Control Panel menu. Off. Documents are printed in monochrome Cause Corrective Action In the Advanced Settings of the printer driver, In the Advanced Settings of the printer driver, specify Color in Monochrome, Monochrome (BK ink), or...
  • Page 811: Problems With The Printing Quality Caused By The Type Of Paper

    Troubleshooting > Problems with the printing quality > Cause Corrective Action The type of paper specified in the Load paper of the same type as you have specified in the printer driver. printer driver does not match the (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.579 type loaded in the printer.
  • Page 812: Cannot Print Over A Network

    Troubleshooting > Cannot print over a network > Cannot print over a network Cannot connect the printer to the network ...................... 796 Cannot print over a TCP/IP network ........................ 796 Cannot print over a NetWare network ......................797 Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks ..................797 Cannot connect the printer to the network Cause Corrective Action...
  • Page 813: Cannot Print Over A Netware Network

    Troubleshooting > Cannot print over a network > Cannot print over a NetWare network Cause Corrective Action The printer's NetWare set- Make sure the printer's NetWare settings are configured correctly. In particular, make sure tings are not configured a valid frame type is selected. correctly.
  • Page 814: Installation Problems

    • The following instructions are for Windows XP. The method of removing printer drivers varies depending on the version of Windows. From the Windows start menu, select Programs > Canon Printer Uninstaller > imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Uninstaller to display the Delete Printer window.
  • Page 815 Troubleshooting > Installation problems > Select Control Panel from the start menu. Select Add or Remove Programs. Select imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and then click the Change/Remove button. Removing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility (Windows) Remove imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility as follows. Note •...
  • Page 816: Hp-Gl/2 Problems

    Troubleshooting > HP-GL/2 problems > HP-GL/2 problems With HP-GL/2, printing is misaligned ......................800 Lines or images are missing in printed HP-GL/2 jobs..................800 Lines are printed too thick or thin in HP-GL/2 print jobs ................. 800 HP-GL/2 jobs are printed in monochrome (or color) ..................801 Printed colors of lines are inaccurate during HP-GL/2 printing ..............
  • Page 817: Hp-Gl/2 Jobs Are Printed In Monochrome (Or Color)

    Troubleshooting > HP-GL/2 problems > HP-GL/2 jobs are printed in monochrome (or color) Cause Corrective Action The Color Mode setting in Check the Color Mode setting in the Control Panel menu. the Control Panel menu is in- (See "Menu Settings.") →P.674 correct.
  • Page 818: Replotting With Hp-Gl/2 Jobs Is Not Possible

    Troubleshooting > HP-GL/2 problems > Replotting with HP-GL/2 jobs is not possible. Cause Corrective Action The data was lost be- Data for replotting is lost after the following operations. In this case, send the print job again. cause of replotting. •...
  • Page 819: Other Problems

    Troubleshooting > Other problems > Other problems The printer does not go on ..........................803 If the Printer Makes a Strange Sound ......................804 Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared ............. 804 The printer consumes a lot of ink ........................804 Ink Level Detection ............................
  • Page 820: If The Printer Makes A Strange Sound

    • After ink tank replacement. (Ink agitation takes about three and a half minutes.) In other cases, contact your Canon dealer. Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared...
  • Page 821: Ink Level Detection

    Printing with the ink level detection canceled may lead to printer damage and printing problems. Canon Inc. is not liable for any damage that may occur as a result of refilling ink.
  • Page 822 Troubleshooting > Other problems > Press ▲ or ▼ to select Information, and then press the OK button. A confirmation message is shown on the Display Screen about releasing ink level detection. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. After checking the message, press the ▶...
  • Page 823 Troubleshooting > Other problems > Check the message and press the ▶ button. Check the message and press the ▶ button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A confirmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen. After checking the mes- sage, press the ▶...
  • Page 824 Troubleshooting > Other problems > Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Ink level detection is now released. Ink Level Detection iPF650...
  • Page 825: Error Message

    Error Message > Error Message Error Messages Messages regarding paper Messages regarding ink Messages regarding printing or adjustment Messages regarding printheads Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Messages regarding HP-GL/2 Other Messages iPF650...
  • Page 826: Error Messages

    Error Message > Error Messages > Error Messages Borderless printng not possible........................821 Cannot adjust paper feed..........................826 Cannot adjust printhead..........................827 Cannot detect papr ............................820 Check printed document..........................826 Close Ink Tank Cover ............................824 Do not pull out ink tank.
  • Page 827 Error Message > Error Messages > Sheet printing is selected..........................818 The paper is too small............................. 813 The paper is too small............................. 813 The roll is empty.............................. 817 This paper cannot be used..........................816 This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2..................831 Top cover is open.
  • Page 828: Messages Regarding Paper Mediatype Mismatch

    Error Message > Messages regarding paper > Messages regarding paper MediaType Mismatch ............................812 The paper is too small............................. 813 The paper is too small............................. 813 PaprWidth Mismatch ............................814 Paper size not detected..........................815 Insufficient paper for job ..........................816 This paper cannot be used.
  • Page 829: The Paper Is Too Small

    Error Message > Messages regarding paper > Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control You can continue to print, but note that this error may cause problems in Panel menu is set to Warning, the type the printing results. of paper loaded does not match the type specified in the printer driver.
  • Page 830: Paprwidth Mismatch

    Error Message > Messages regarding paper > "Replace roll with 10 in. wide or larger roll." Cause Corrective Action The loaded paper is too small. Replace the roll with a roll 10 inches in width or larger as follows. 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Change Paper, and then press the OK button. (See "Removing the Roll from the Printer.") →P.585 (See "Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls.")
  • Page 831: Paper Size Not Detected

    Error Message > Messages regarding paper > Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control Panel menu Make sure the roll width selected in the dialog box displayed is set to Pause or Warning, the width of the loa- when you select Fit Roll Paper Width in the printer driver ded roll does not match the width specified in Fit matches the width of the roll loaded in the printer, and then try...
  • Page 832: Insufficient Paper For Job

    Error Message > Messages regarding paper > Insufficient paper for job Cause Corrective Action The printer has received a print job longer than the amount of Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, and then press the roll paper left when ManageRemainRoll in the Control Panel OK button to resume printing.
  • Page 833: Roll Printing Is Selected, But Sheets Are Loaded

    Error Message > Messages regarding paper > Roll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded. Cause Corrective Action A print job for rolls was re- Follow these steps to load and print on a roll. ceived when a sheet is loaded. 1.
  • Page 834: Sheet Printing Is Selected

    Error Message > Messages regarding paper > Sheet printing is selected. Cause Corrective Action You have attempted to print a test print sheet or Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load Cut Sheet, and then press the OK other printer status information on a sheet, but button.
  • Page 835: Paper Is Crooked

    Error Message > Messages regarding paper > "Manually rewind the roll all the way and press OK." Cause Corrective Action A paper jam occur- 1. Rewind paper on the Roll Holder manually, all the way, and then press the OK button. red when advancing 2.
  • Page 836: Paper Not Aligned With Right Guide

    Error Message > Messages regarding paper > Paper not aligned with right guide. Cause Corrective Action When paper was loaded, it was not aligned with the guide Follow these step to reload a sheet. on the right side. 1. Push the Release Lever back. 2.
  • Page 837: End Of Paper Feed

    Reference Guide. matic cutting. (See Paper Reference Guide .) 2. Push the Release Lever back and remove the paper. In other cases, the Cutter Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Unit may be damaged. End of paper feed. Cause Corrective Action You are pressing the ▲...
  • Page 838: Paper Position Not Suitable For Borderless Printing

    Error Message > Messages regarding paper > Cause Corrective Action The loaded paper is a size not (See Paper Reference Guide .) compatible with borderless Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print With Border, and then press the OK button to con- printing.
  • Page 839: Messages Regarding Ink

    Error Message > Messages regarding ink > Messages regarding ink Ink insufficient..............................823 No ink left................................ 823 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected................823 Unable to detect ink level correctly........................ 823 Close Ink Tank Cover ............................824 Ink tank is empty.
  • Page 840: Close Ink Tank Cover

    Error Message > Messages regarding ink > Close Ink Tank Cover Cause Corrective Action The Ink Tank Cover is open. Close the Ink Tank Cover. Ink tank is empty. Cause Corrective Action There is no ink left in an ink tank. Open the Ink Tank Cover and replace the Ink Tank for which the Ink Lamp is flashing.
  • Page 841: No Ink Tank Loaded

    Error Message > Messages regarding ink > No ink tank loaded. Cause Corrective Action There is no Ink Tank of the indicated color in the printer. Load or reload the Ink Tank. (See "Replacing Ink Tanks.") →P.732 There is a problem with the Ink Tank. Replace it with a new Ink Tank.
  • Page 842: Messages Regarding Printing Or Adjustment

    Error Message > Messages regarding printing or adjustment > Messages regarding printing or adjustment Cannot adjust paper feed..........................826 Check printed document..........................826 Cannot adjust paper feed. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Execute Adj. Quality again, as follows. 1.
  • Page 843: Messages Regarding Printheads

    Error Message > Messages regarding printheads > Messages regarding printheads Cannot adjust printhead..........................827 Wrong printhead............................. 827 Printhead error ..............................827 No printhead ..............................828 Execute printhead cleaning..........................828 Cannot adjust printhead. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead noz- Execute Head Posi.
  • Page 844: No Printhead

    Error Message > Messages regarding printheads > No printhead Cause Corrective Action No Printhead is installed. Install the Printhead. (See "Replacing the Printhead.") →P.742 Execute printhead cleaning. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead Follow these steps to clean the Printhead. nozzles are clog- 1.
  • Page 845: Messages Regarding The Maintenance Cartridge

    Error Message > Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge > Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Insert the maintenance cartridge........................829 Wrong maintenance cartridge........................829 Maint. cart. The level is low ..........................829 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity....................... 829 Maintenance cartridge full..........................829 Maintenance cartridge problem.
  • Page 846: Maintenance Cartridge Problem

    Error Message > Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge > Maintenance cartridge problem. Cause Corrective Action An incompatible or used Maintenance Install an unused Maintenance Cartridge specified for use with the printer. Cartridge has been installed. (See "Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge.") →P.750 Maintenance cartridge problem.
  • Page 847: Messages Regarding Hp-Gl/2

    Error Message > Messages regarding HP-GL/2 > Messages regarding HP-GL/2 This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2..................831 GL2: Wxxxx The memory is full. (xxxx is 0501, 0903, or 0904) ..............831 GL2: W0502 The parameter is out of range....................831 GL2: W0504 This command is not supported.
  • Page 848: Other Messages

    Corrective Action An error requiring service may have occurred. Write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and con- tact your Canon dealer for assistance. Hardware error. xxxxxxxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number) Cause Corrective Action The last portion of roll paper was used during a print job.
  • Page 849: Top Cover Is Open

    You have uploaded firmware for a different Check the firmware version. Turn off the printer and wait a while model. before restoring power, and then resend the firmware. If the message is displayed again, contact your Canon dealer for as- sistance. iPF650 Top cover is open.
  • Page 850: Multi-Sensor Error

    The performance of a sensor inside the printer Turn off the printer and wait at least three seconds before restoring may be impaired. the power. If the message is displayed again, contact your Canon dealer for as- sistance. Error in cutter position. Cause Corrective Action The Cutter Unit stops in the middle of cutting.
  • Page 851: Specifications

    Specifications > Specifications Printer Specifications iPF650...
  • Page 852: Printer Specifications

    Specifications > Printer Specifications > Printer Specifications Specifications ..............................836 Print Area ................................ 838 Specifications Important • The following values may vary depending on the operating environment. Printer Power supply 100–120 V AC (50/60 Hz), 220–240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Power consumption During operation 140 W max.
  • Page 853: Printing Performance

    Format Internal port Specification IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3ab1000Base-T/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex Protocols IPX/SPX (Netware 4.2, 5.1, 6.0), SNMP (Canon-MIB compatible), TCP/IP(IPv4/IPv6), AppleTalk, HTTP Ink Tank MBK Ink Tank ( Matte Black Ink, Pigment ink PFI-102MBK...
  • Page 854: Print Area

    Specifications > Printer Specifications > Paper Size Roll width 24-in. Roll (609.6mm), ISO A1/A2 Roll (594.0mm), JIS B2/B3 Roll (515.0mm), 17-in. Roll (431.8mm), ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm), 16- in. Roll (406.4mm), 14-in. Roll (355.6mm), 300mm Roll (300.0mm), ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm), JIS B4 Roll (257.0mm), and 10-in. Roll (254.0mm) Sheets ISO A1, ISO A2+, ISO A2, ISO A3+, ISO A3, ISO A4, ISO B2, ISO...
  • Page 855 Specifications > Printer Specifications > Margins of Printable Area Margins of Recommended Print Area Top Edge Bottom Edge Sides Top Edge Bottom Edge Sides Sheets 3 mm (0.12 in) 23 mm (0.91 in) 3 mm (0.12 in) 20 mm (0.79 23 mm (0.91 5 mm (0.20 Rolls...
  • Page 856: Appendix

    Appendix > Appendix How to use this manual Disposal of the product iPF650...
  • Page 857: How To Use This Manual

    Appendix > How to use this manual > How to use this manual About This User Manual ..........................841 Searching Topics ............................842 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing ......................844 About This User Manual • Symbols The following symbols are used in this User Manual to indicate safety information and explanations on restrictions or precautions in use.
  • Page 858: Searching Topics

    How to use this manual > • Trademarks • Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of Canon Inc. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other coun- tries.
  • Page 859 Appendix > How to use this manual > Click a topic you want to read. The terms you searched for will be highlighted in the topic. To review multiple topics at once, select the check box of desired topics and click the Apply button. iPF650 Searching Topics...
  • Page 860: Html Version Of The Manual For Printing

    Appendix > How to use this manual > HTML Version of the Manual for Printing You can select a group of topics in the table of contents or individual topics in this manual for printing. The following procedure describes how to do this, using the information in Basic Printing Workflow as an example. Printing a group of topics in the manual When you access printable HTML versions of the content from section titles in the table of contents, you can specify a group of topics to print.
  • Page 861 Appendix > How to use this manual > The topics in Basic Printing Workflow are displayed together in HTML format, ready for printing. Clear the sections you will not print and click the Apply button. iPF650 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing...
  • Page 862 Appendix > How to use this manual > Printing a group of individual topics in the manual When you access printable HTML versions from subtitles in the table of contents, you can specify a group of topics to print. Click a section title in the table of contents. Here, Basic Printing Workflow is used as an example. Under Basic Printing Workflow, click Printing Procedure.
  • Page 863 Appendix > How to use this manual > Click Access to the HTML for printing in the title area. The topics in Printing Procedure are displayed together in HTML format, ready for printing. iPF650 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing...
  • Page 864 Appendix > How to use this manual > Clear the topics you will not print and click the Apply button. Printing selected topics Print selected topics as follows. Access the printing dialog box as follows, depending on your computer's operating system. •...
  • Page 865 Appendix > How to use this manual > • Macintosh On a Macintosh computer, click anywhere in the explanation area except on a figure or a link while holding the Ctrl key. In the shortcut menu, click Print Frame to display the Print dialog box. Specify conditions as needed, and then click Print (Windows) or Print (Macintosh).
  • Page 866 Appendix > How to use this manual > • Macintosh Note • To print only individual topics that are displayed, use this method. HTML Version of the Manual for Printing iPF650...
  • Page 867: Disposal Of The Product

    Appendix > Disposal of the product > Disposal of the product WEEE Directive ............................... 852 iPF650...
  • Page 868: Weee Directive

    Appendix > Disposal of the product > WEEE Directive WEEE Directive iPF650...
  • Page 869 Appendix > Disposal of the product > iPF650 WEEE Directive...
  • Page 870 Appendix > Disposal of the product > WEEE Directive iPF650...
  • Page 871 Appendix > Disposal of the product > iPF650 WEEE Directive...
  • Page 872 Appendix > Disposal of the product > WEEE Directive iPF650...
  • Page 873 Appendix > Disposal of the product > iPF650 WEEE Directive...
  • Page 874 Appendix > Disposal of the product > WEEE Directive iPF650...
  • Page 875 Appendix > Disposal of the product > iPF650 WEEE Directive...
  • Page 876 Appendix > Disposal of the product > WEEE Directive iPF650...
  • Page 877 I n d e x 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment ........589 Open Preview ........188,213,221,240,247 Orientation ..........194,196,328,344 Accounting ......391,393,394,397,398,402,404 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength ........636 PosterArtist ..............36 AppleTalk Network ............726 Power ..............641,766 Print Job Log ............393,403 Print area .................
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