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Canon Pro9500 Mark II series On-screen Manual
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How to Use This Manual
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MC-3646-V1.00
Troubleshooting
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  • Page 1 Canon Pro9500 Mark II series On-screen Manual Page 1 of 541 pages How to Use This Manual Printing This Manual MC-3646-V1.00 Troubleshooting Basic Guide Advanced Guide Describes the summary of this Describes the detailed function product. of this product. Digital Photo Printing...
  • Page 2 Pro9500 Mark II series Basic Guide Page 2 of 541 pages How to Use This Manual Printing This Manual Printing on DVD/CDs MP-3158-V1.00 Advanced Guide Contents Loading Paper Safety Precautions Loading Paper Overview of the Printer Main Components Routine Maintenance...

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Page 3 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Contents > Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Please read the safety warnings and cautions provided in this manual to ensure that you use the printer safely. Do not attempt to use the printer in any way not described in this manual. It causes unexpected accident, fire, or electric shock.
  • Page 4 Safety Precautions Page 4 of 541 pages Always unplug the printer from the power outlet before cleaning the printer. If you accidentally switch the printer on while cleaning it, you could injure yourself or damage the printer. Maintaining Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the printer. There are the printer no user serviceable parts inside the printer.
  • Page 5 Safety Precautions Page 5 of 541 pages Do not transport or use the printer on a slant, vertically or upside-down, as the ink may leak and damage the printer. Print Heads Keep ink tanks out of the reach of children. and ink tanks In case ink is accidentally licked or swallowed, rinse out mouth or give one or two glasses of water to drink.

  • Page 6: Overview Of The Printer

    Overview of the Printer Page 6 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Contents > Overview of the Printer Overview of the Printer This section shows the component names of the printer and describes their functions. Main Components Front View Rear View Inside View Page top...

  • Page 7: Main Components

    Main Components Page 7 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > > Main Components Contents Overview of the Printer Main Components Front View Rear View Inside View Front View Top Cover Open to replace the ink tanks or to remove jammed paper inside the printer. Paper Guide Slide to align with the left side of the paper stack.
  • Page 8 You can set the printer to turn off automatically when no print data is sent for a certain interval. Specify this setting in the Maintenance sheet of the printer driver setup window (Windows) or in the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh). For details on the settings, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide...

  • Page 9: Rear View

    Main Components Page 9 of 541 pages Power lamp lights blue: The printer is ready to print. Power lamp flashes blue: The printer is getting ready to print, or printing is in progress. - Alarm lamp flashes orange: An error has occurred and the printer is not ready to print.For details, refer to "...
  • Page 10 Main Components Page 10 of 541 pages (21) Ink lamp Lights or flashes red to indicate the ink tank status. Checking the Ink Status (22) Print Head Lock Lever Locks the Print Head into place. Important Do not raise this lever after installing the Print Head. (23) Print Head Holder Install the Print Head.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Printing Photos / Documents Page 11 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Printing Photos / Documents Contents Printing Photos / Documents This section describes how to print documents or photos. You can easily print photos taken with your digital camera by using Easy-PhotoPrint EX supplied with your printer.

  • Page 12: Printing Photos (Easy-Photoprint Ex)

    Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Page 12 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Printing Photos / Documents > Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Contents Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Print image data saved on your computer by using Easy-PhotoPrint EX supplied with your printer. This section describes the procedure, using the settings to print borderless photos on 4"...
  • Page 13 Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Page 13 of 541 pages Select the Go menu, Applications, Canon Utilities, Easy-PhotoPrint EX, then double-click Easy- PhotoPrint EX. Note To start Easy-PhotoPrint EX from Solution Menu, double-click (Solution Menu) on the desktop and click (Print photos or albums, etc.).
  • Page 14 Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Page 14 of 541 pages Select the loaded paper. Make sure that your printer's name is selected in Printer. Select Rear Tray in Paper Source. Note To feed paper from the Front Tray, select Front Tray in Paper Source. Select the size and type of the loaded paper in Paper Size and Media Type.
  • Page 15 Note To cancel a print job in progress, press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer or click Cancel Printing on the printer status monitor. To display the printer status monitor, click Canon XXX (where " " is your printer's name) on the taskbar.

  • Page 16: Using Various Functions Of Easy-Photoprint Ex

    Using Various Functions of Easy-PhotoPrint EX Page 16 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Printing Photos / Documents > Printing Photos (Easy-PhotoPrint EX) Contents > Using Various Functions of Easy- PhotoPrint EX Using Various Functions of Easy-PhotoPrint EX This section describes a few of the useful functions of Easy-PhotoPrint EX. For details, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide Creating Your Own Prints...

  • Page 17: Using Various Functions Of Easy-Photoprint Pro

    Using Various Functions of Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Easy-PhotoPrint Pro is a plug-in application started from Adobe Photoshop or Digital Photo Professional for Canon brand Single Lens Reflex camera. Easy-PhotoPrint Pro allows easy performance of various photo prints, such as borderless print, index print, grayscale print, or print using Adobe RGB.
  • Page 18 Using Various Functions of Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Page 18 of 541 pages Produce retro flavor by grayscale photos Cool Tone Black/White (Default) Warm Tone Note Ambient light correction function When you use Easy-PhotoPrint Pro in Windows Vista, you can print using the ambient light correction function.

  • Page 19: Printing Documents (Windows)

    Printing Documents (Windows) Page 19 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Printing Photos / Documents Contents > Printing Documents (Windows) Printing Documents (Windows) This section describes the procedure, using the settings to print a document of A4 size on plain paper as an example.
  • Page 20 Printing Documents (Windows) Page 20 of 541 pages Specify the required print settings. Select Business Document in Commonly Used Settings. Note When the print object such as Business Document or Photo Printing is selected in Commonly Used Settings, the items in Additional Features will be selected automatically. The settings suitable for the print object such as media type or print quality will also appear.
  • Page 21 Cancel Printing on the printer status monitor. (where " XXX " is your printer's name) on To display the printer status monitor, click Canon XXX the taskbar. If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position.

  • Page 22: For Mac Os X V.10.5.X

    Printing Documents (Macintosh) Page 22 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Printing Photos / Documents Contents > Printing Documents (Macintosh) Printing Documents (Macintosh) This section describes the procedure, using the settings to print a document of A4 size on plain paper as an example.
  • Page 23 Printing Documents (Macintosh) Page 23 of 541 pages Specify the required print settings. Make sure that your printer's name is selected in Printer. Select the page size of the loaded paper in Paper Size. Here we select A4. Select Quality & Media in the pop-up menu. Select the media type of the loaded paper in Media Type.

  • Page 24: For Mac Os X V.10.4.X Or Mac Os X V.10.3.9

    Printing Documents (Macintosh) Page 24 of 541 pages Click Print to start printing. Note Click the printer icon in the Dock to display the list of print jobs in progress. To cancel a print job in progress, select the desired job in the Name list and click Delete. To temporarily stop a job in progress, click Hold.
  • Page 25 Printing Documents (Macintosh) Page 25 of 541 pages Specify the required print settings. Select Print on the File menu in your software application. The Print dialog box will appear. Make sure that your printer's name is selected in Printer. Select Quality & Media in the pop-up menu. Select the media type of the loaded paper in Media Type.
  • Page 26 Printing Documents (Macintosh) Page 26 of 541 pages Page top...
  • Page 27 Other Usages Page 27 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Contents > Other Usages Other Usages This section describes the function to print photos from your PictBridge compliant device such as a digital camera connecting with a USB cable. This section also introduces other useful functions; Solution Menu and My Printer. Printing Photos from a PictBridge Compliant Device Solution Menu and My Printer Page top...
  • Page 28 (PictBridge) A device with this mark is PictBridge compliant. With some Canon brand Single Lens Reflex cameras that are PictBridge compliant, you can select a desired color mode and make detailed color adjustments.
  • Page 29 To start Solution Menu from the Start menu, select All Programs (Programs in Windows 2000), Canon Utilities, Solution Menu, then Solution Menu. To start Solution Menu from the menu bar, select the Go menu, Applications, Canon Utilities, Solution Menu, then double-click Solution Menu.
  • Page 30 Install My Printer from the Setup CD-ROM when it has not been installed or has been uninstalled. To install My Printer, select My Printer in Custom Install. To start My Printer from the Start menu, select All Programs (Programs in Windows 2000), Canon Utilities, My Printer, then My Printer.

  • Page 31: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Page 31 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Loading Paper Contents Loading Paper This section describes types of paper you can load and how to load printing paper in the Rear Tray or Front Tray. Loading Paper Paper Source to Load Paper Notes on Loading Paper Loading Paper in the Rear Tray...
  • Page 32 Loading Paper Page 32 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Loading Paper > Loading Paper Contents Loading Paper Paper Source to Load Paper Notes on Loading Paper Loading Paper in the Rear Tray Loading Paper in the Front Tray Media Types You Can Use Media Types You Cannot Use Handling Paper...
  • Page 33 If you cut plain paper into small size such as 4" x 6" / 10 x 15 cm, 4" x 8" / 101.6 x 203.2 mm, or 5" x 7" / 13 x 18 cm to perform trial print, it can cause paper jams. Note We recommend Canon genuine photo paper for printing photos. For details on the Canon genuine paper, see Media Types You Can Use You can use general copy paper.
  • Page 34 Loading Paper in the Rear Tray Page 34 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Loading Paper > Loading Paper Contents > Loading Paper in the Rear Tray Loading Paper in the Rear Tray Notes on Loading Paper Before loading paper, see Note You can load A3+ (13"...
  • Page 35 Loading Paper in the Rear Tray Page 35 of 541 pages Open the Feed Slot Cover. Load the paper in the Rear Tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. Align the paper stack with the right edge of the Rear Tray. Important Always load paper in the portrait orientation (A).
  • Page 36 Loading Paper in the Rear Tray Page 36 of 541 pages Close the Feed Slot Cover. Note After loading paper Select the size and type of the loaded paper in Printer Paper Size (or Paper Size) and Media Type in the printer driver.
  • Page 37 Loading Paper in the Front Tray Page 37 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Loading Paper > Loading Paper Contents > Loading Paper in the Front Tray Loading Paper in the Front Tray Notes on Loading Paper Before loading paper, see Important When loading paper in the Front Tray, the paper sticks out from the back of the printer.
  • Page 38 Loading Paper in the Front Tray Page 38 of 541 pages paper feeding position. Make sure that the Front Feed button is lit. Press the Front Feed Support button to open the Front Feed Support. Prepare for loading paper. Pull out the Front Tray Extension. Press the right corner of the Front Feed Support to open the V-shaped Support.
  • Page 39 Loading Paper in the Front Tray Page 39 of 541 pages Load paper. Make sure that the Power lamp is lit and the Front Feed button is flashing quickly. Power lamp is flashing, wait until it stops flashing and stays lit. If the Load the paper straight into the Front Tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING UP.
  • Page 40 Loading Paper in the Front Tray Page 40 of 541 pages The paper feeds into the printer automatically and the Front Feed button flashes slowly. The printer is ready to start printing. Note After loading paper Select the size and type of the loaded paper in Printer Paper Size (or Paper Size) and Media Type in the printer driver.
  • Page 41 Loading Paper in the Front Tray Page 41 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 42: Media Types You Can Use

    Media Types You Can Use Choose paper suitable for printing, for the best print results. Canon provides you various types of paper to enhance the fun of printing, such as stickers as well as papers for photo or document. We recommend the use of Canon genuine paper for printing your important photos.
  • Page 43 For information on the page sizes available for each Canon genuine paper, visit our website. You may not be able to purchase some Canon genuine papers depending on the country or region of purchase. Paper is not sold in the US by Model Number.

  • Page 44: Page Sizes

    Rear Tray: From 17 lb / 64 gsm to 28 lb / 105 gsm (plain paper except for Canon genuine paper) Do not use heavier or lighter paper (except for Canon genuine paper), as it could jam in the printer.

  • Page 45: Media Types You Cannot Use

    Paper that is too thick Rear Tray: More than 28 lb / 105 gsm (plain paper except for Canon genuine paper) * However, you can use non-Canon genuine art paper that is up to 53 lb / 200 gsm. Non-Canon genuine specialty paper Front Tray: More than 47 mil / 1.2 mm...

  • Page 46: Handling Paper

    Handling Paper Page 46 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Loading Paper > Loading Paper > Handling Paper Contents Handling Paper Be careful not to rub or scratch the surfaces of any types of paper when handling. Hold the paper as closely as possible to its edges and try not to touch the printing surface. The print quality may be degraded if the printing surface is smudged with sweat or oil that comes from your hands.

  • Page 47: Routine Maintenance

    Cleaning the Print Head Cleaning the Print Head Deeply Aligning the Print Head Maintaining Ink Quality Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers Opening the Maintenance Screens Opening the Printer Driver Setup Window (Windows) Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Page top...

  • Page 48: Replacing An Ink Tank

    Important Handling ink To maintain optimal print quality, we recommend the use of specified Canon brand ink tanks. Refilling ink is not recommended. If you remove an ink tank, replace it immediately. Do not leave the printer with ink tanks removed.
  • Page 49 Replacing an Ink Tank Page 49 of 541 pages replacing the ink tank, be sure to close it. Replace the ink tank with the lamp flashing fast. Push the tab (B) and lift the ink tank to remove. Do not touch the Print Head Lock Lever (C). Important Handle the ink tank carefully to avoid staining of clothing or the surrounding area.
  • Page 50 Replacing an Ink Tank Page 50 of 541 pages Discard the protective cap once it is removed. Important Do not touch the electrical contacts (E) on the ink tank. It can cause the printer to malfunction or become unable to print. Important If you shake the ink tank, the ink may spill out and stain your hands and the surrounding area.

  • Page 51: Close The Top Cover

    Replacing an Ink Tank Page 51 of 541 pages Important You cannot print if the ink tank is installed in the wrong position. Be sure to install the ink tank in the correct position according to the label on the Print Head Holder. You cannot print unless all the ink tanks are installed.

  • Page 52: Checking The Ink Status

    Check the Alarm lamp on the printer. Refer to " Troubleshooting " in the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide . With the Computer Screen You can confirm the status of each ink tank with the printer status monitor (Windows) or the Canon...
  • Page 53 To confirm the ink tank information, click the Ink Details menu. Note You can also display the printer status monitor by clicking Canon XXX (where " XXX " is your printer's name) which appears on the taskbar while printing. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box.

  • Page 54: When Printing Becomes Faint Or Colors Are Incorrect

    When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Page 54 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance Contents > When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect If print results are blurred or colors are not printed correctly, the pint head nozzles are probably clogged. Follow the procedure below to print the nozzle check pattern, check the print head nozzle condition, then clean the Print Head.
  • Page 55 When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Page 55 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 56: Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern

    Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Page 56 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > > Printing the Nozzle Check Contents When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Pattern Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper Note If the remaining ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly.
  • Page 57 Gently press the upper center of the Front Tray to open it. Important If the Inner Cover is open, close it. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Print the nozzle check pattern.
  • Page 58 Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Page 58 of 541 pages Confirm the displayed message, and click Print Check Pattern. The nozzle check pattern will be printed. Do not perform any other operations until the printer completes the printing of the nozzle check pattern. Note Clicking Initial Check Items displays the items to be checked before printing the nozzle check pattern.

  • Page 59: Examining The Nozzle Check Pattern

    Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Page 59 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > > Examining the Nozzle Check Contents When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the Print Head if necessary. Check if there are horizontal white streaks in the pattern (1) and/or pattern (2).
  • Page 60 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Page 60 of 541 pages Load a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in the Rear Tray. Cleaning the Print Head to clean the Print Follow the procedure from (3) in step 5 (Windows or Macintosh) in Head.

  • Page 61: Cleaning The Print Head

    Cleaning the Print Head Page 61 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > > Cleaning the Print Head Contents When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Cleaning the Print Head Clean the Print Head if there are horizontal white streaks in the printed nozzle check pattern. Cleaning unclogs the nozzles and restores the print head condition.

  • Page 62: Pattern

    Cleaning the Print Head Page 62 of 541 pages Select the ink group to clean. Note If there are horizontal white streaks in the nozzle check pattern of MBK, PBK, GY, PC, or PM, select Group 1. If there are horizontal white streaks in the nozzle check pattern of R, G, C, M, or Y, select Group 2.
  • Page 63 Gently press the upper center of the Front Tray to open it. Important If the Inner Cover is open, close it. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Clean the Print Head.
  • Page 64 Cleaning the Print Head Page 64 of 541 pages Confirm the displayed message, and click Print Check Pattern. The nozzle check pattern will be printed. Do not perform any other operations until the printer completes the printing of the nozzle check pattern. Check the printed nozzle check pattern.

  • Page 65: See Opening The Printer Driver Setup Window (Windows

    Cleaning the Print Head Deeply Page 65 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > > Cleaning the Print Head Contents When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Deeply Cleaning the Print Head Deeply If print quality does not improve by the standard cleaning of the Print Head, clean the Print Head deeply. Cleaning the Print Head deeply consumes more ink than the standard cleaning of the Print Head, so clean the Print Head deeply only when necessary.
  • Page 66 Open the Front Tray gently, and pull out the Front Tray Extension. Gently press the upper center of the Front Tray to open it. Important If the Inner Cover is open, close it. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box.
  • Page 67 Cleaning the Print Head Deeply Page 67 of 541 pages Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Clean the Print Head deeply. Make sure that Cleaning is selected in the pop-up menu. Click Deep Cleaning. Select the ink group to clean deeply.
  • Page 68 Cleaning the Print Head Deeply Page 68 of 541 pages If the problem is still not resolved, the Print Head may be damaged. Contact the service center. Page top...

  • Page 69: Aligning The Print Head

    Aligning the Print Head Page 69 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > > Aligning the Print Head Contents When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Aligning the Print Head If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position.
  • Page 70 Aligning the Print Head Page 70 of 541 pages Confirm the displayed message, and click Align Print Head. The print head alignment pattern will be printed and the printer will adjust the print head position automatically. Do not perform any other operations until the printer completes the printing of the print head alignment pattern.
  • Page 71 Gently press the upper center of the Front Tray to open it. Important If the Inner Cover is open, close it. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Adjust the print head position.
  • Page 72 Aligning the Print Head Page 72 of 541 pages Click Print Head Alignment. Confirm the displayed message, and click Align Print Head. The print head alignment pattern will be printed and the printer will adjust the print head position automatically. Do not perform any other operations until the printer completes the printing of the print head alignment pattern.
  • Page 73 Aligning the Print Head Page 73 of 541 pages Note If the automatic adjustment of the print head position has failed, the Alarm lamp flashes. Refer to "Eleven flashes:" of "Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange" in " Troubleshooting " of the on- screen manual: Advanced Guide .

  • Page 74: Maintaining Ink Quality

    Do not open the Top Cover while the printer is operating (the Power lamp is flashing blue). Make sure that the power is turned on. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh)
  • Page 75 Maintaining Ink Quality Page 75 of 541 pages Mix the ink. Select Test Print in the pop-up menu. Click Ink Quality Maintenance. Confirm the displayed message, and click OK. The printer will vibrate for about 10 seconds to 3 minutes while mixing the ink. Do not open the Top Cover while the printer is operating (the Power lamp is flashing blue).

  • Page 76: Cleaning The Paper Feed Rollers

    Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers Page 76 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Routine Maintenance > Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers Contents Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers If the Paper Feed Rollers are dirty or paper powder is attached to them, paper may not be fed properly. In this case, clean the Paper Feed Rollers.
  • Page 77 Gently press the upper center of the Front Tray to open it. Important If the Inner Cover is open, close it. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Clean the Paper Feed Rollers.
  • Page 78 Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers Page 78 of 541 pages Make sure that the Paper Feed Rollers stop rotating, and load paper when the message appears. Load three sheets of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in the Rear Tray. Important You cannot feed paper from the Front Tray for cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers.
  • Page 79 Contents > Opening the Maintenance Screens Opening the Maintenance Screens You can perform maintenance operations from the printer driver setup window (Windows) or the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh). Opening the Printer Driver Setup Window (Windows) Click Control Panel, and Printer under Hardware and Sound.
  • Page 80 Select Applications from the Go menu, double-click the Utilities folder, then double-click Printer Setup Utility to open the Printer List dialog box. Select your printer's name in the Name list and click Utility, then select your printer's name in the Product list and click Maintenance. The Canon IJ Printer Utility starts up.
  • Page 81 Appendix Page 81 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Contents > Appendix Appendix Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images Tips on How to Use Your Printer Page top...

  • Page 82: Legal Limitations On Use Of Your Product And Use Of Images

    Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images Page 82 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Contents Appendix > Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images It may be unlawful to print the following documents.
  • Page 83 Tips on How to Use Your Printer Page 83 of 541 pages Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Contents Appendix > Tips on How to Use Your Printer Tips on How to Use Your Printer This section introduces the tips on how to use your printer and for printing with optimal quality. Ink is used for various purposes.
  • Page 84 Tips on How to Use Your Printer Page 84 of 541 pages (A) Desired print result (B) Rear Tray (C) Front Tray Load paper in the Rear Tray with the print side Load paper in the Front Tray with the print side facing you.
  • Page 85 Tips on How to Use Your Printer Page 85 of 541 pages How to maintain the optimal printing quality? The key to printing with the optimal printing quality is to prevent the Print Head from drying or clogging. Always follow the following steps for optimal printing quality. Follow the procedure below to disconnect the power plug.
  • Page 86 Tips on How to Use Your Printer Page 86 of 541 pages Lamp on the printer is flashing: What can I do? Alarm lamp is flashing orange. Alarm lamp flashes (B) Alarm lamp is off (C) Alarm lamp flashes repeatedly Your printer has an error.
  • Page 87 Tips on How to Use Your Printer Page 87 of 541 pages Adjust the intensity of each color, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow, in the color balance setting. Default Color correction applied Select the cool tone or warm tone in grayscale printing. Cool tone Warm tone Default...
  • Page 88 Pro9500 Mark II series Advanced Guide Page 88 of 541 pages MC-3677-V1.00 Basic Guide Printing Printing Troubleshooting Printing from a Computer Printing with the Bundled Application Software How to Use This Manual What Is Easy-PhotoPrint EX? Printing This Manual Printing Photos...
  • Page 89 Pro9500 Mark II series Advanced Guide Page 89 of 541 pages Using the Blemish Remover Function Adjusting Images Correct/Enhance Images Window Questions and Answers How Can I Move (or Copy) the Saved File? Which Side of the Displayed Image Does the Printing...
  • Page 90 Pro9500 Mark II series Advanced Guide Page 90 of 541 pages Adjust the Colors of Photo Printing Photos in Grayscale Adjusting the Color Balance Adjusting Color Balance Using Sample Patterns Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Using Sample Patterns Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Settings...
  • Page 91 Pro9500 Mark II series Advanced Guide Page 91 of 541 pages Smoothing Jagged Outlines Changing Color Properties to Improve Coloration Reducing Photo Noise Overview of the Printer Driver Printer Driver Operations Canon IJ Printer Driver How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window...
  • Page 92 Pro9500 Mark II series Advanced Guide Page 92 of 541 pages Paper Jams Message Appears on the Computer Screen Error Number: B200 A printer error has occurred. Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply.

  • Page 93: How To Use This Manual

    How to Use This Manual Page 93 of 541 pages Advanced Guide > How to Use This Manual How to Use This Manual Operating the Contents Pane Operating the Explanation Window Printing This Manual Using Keywords to Find a Topic Registering Topics to My Manual Symbols Used in This Document Trademarks...
  • Page 94 Operating the Contents Pane Page 94 of 541 pages > > Operating the Contents Pane Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual Operating the Contents Pane When you click a title displayed in the Contents pane found to the left of the on-screen manual, the pages of that title are displayed in the explanation window on the right side.
  • Page 95 Operating the Explanation Window Page 95 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual > Operating the Explanation Window Operating the Explanation Window (1) Click the green characters to jump to the corresponding page. (2) The cursor jumps to the top of this page. Page top...
  • Page 96 Printing This Manual Page 96 of 541 pages > > Printing This Manual Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual Printing This Manual Click to display the Print pane to the left of the on-screen manual. Important When printing on plain paper, open the printer driver setup window, click the Quick Setup tab, and select Plain Paper for Media Type.
  • Page 97 Printing This Manual Page 97 of 541 pages Current Document You can print the currently displayed topic. From Select Target, select Current Document The title of the currently displayed topic is displayed in the Documents to Be Printed list. Note By selecting Print linked documents, you can also print documents that are linked to the current document.
  • Page 98 Printing This Manual Page 98 of 541 pages Click Select All to select the check boxes of all titles. Click Clear All to clear the check boxes of all titles. Click Print Preview to display and check what the print results will look like before you actually print the document.
  • Page 99 Using Keywords to Find a Topic Page 99 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual > Using Keywords to Find a Topic Using Keywords to Find a Topic You can enter a keyword to search for a target page. All installed on-screen manuals (user's guides) are searched.
  • Page 100 Using Keywords to Find a Topic Page 100 of 541 pages [Documents Containing Any Keyword] Topics containing at least one of the keywords that were entered Display the topic that you want to read From the search results list, double-click (or select and press Enter) the title of the topic you want to read.
  • Page 101 Registering Topics to My Manual Page 101 of 541 pages > > Registering Topics to My Manual Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual Registering Topics to My Manual Register frequently read pages as My Manual topics so that you can refer to those pages easily at any time.

  • Page 102: Symbols Used In This Document

    Symbols Used in This Document Page 102 of 541 pages > > Symbols Used in This Document Advanced Guide How to Use This Manual Symbols Used in This Document Warning Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
  • Page 103 Adobe, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe RGB and Adobe RGB (1998) are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.,U.S.A. and licensed to Canon Inc. Exif Print This machine supports Exif Print.

  • Page 104: Printing From A Computer

    Printing from a Computer Page 104 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer Advanced Guide Printing from a Computer Printing with the Bundled Application Software Printing with Other Application Software Page top...
  • Page 105 Printing with the Bundled Application Software Page 105 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide Printing with the Bundled Application Software What Is Easy-PhotoPrint EX? Printing Photos Creating an Album Printing a DVD/CD Printing Calendars Printing Stickers...
  • Page 106 Important Easy-PhotoPrint EX does not support Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, or Windows NT4. Easy-PhotoPrint EX can only be used with Canon inkjet printers. It does not support some printers, including Canon compact printers (SELPHY CP series). If a printer that supports Easy-PhotoPrint EX is not installed, you cannot print items you create.
  • Page 107 What Is Easy-PhotoPrint EX? Page 107 of 541 pages MP Navigator EX Ver.1.00 or later ZoomBrowser EX Ver.6.0 or later Digital Photo Professional Ver.3.2 or later Important Easy-PhotoPrint EX is subject to the following restrictions when started from Digital Photo Professional: - Menu does not appear in the step button area on the left side of the screen.
  • Page 108 Printing Photos Page 108 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Photos Advanced Guide Printing Photos Easy-PhotoPrint EX allows you to print your favorite photos in a variety of layouts. You can also create borderless photos easily.
  • Page 109 Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Photos Advanced Guide > Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint EX > Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts and Menu appears. Page top...
  • Page 110 Selecting a Photo Page 110 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Photos > Advanced Guide Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Click Photo Print from Menu. The Select Images screen appears. Important The thumbnails (reduced images) displayed in the screen may appear as follows: - A black line appears along an edge of the image.
  • Page 111 Selecting a Photo Page 111 of 541 pages want is reached. To reduce the number of copies shown in the box, click (Down arrow). You can change the order of photos using the list located at the top right corner of the screen. You can select the printing order from Sort by Date and Sort by Name.

  • Page 112: Selecting The Paper

    Selecting the Paper Page 112 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Photos > Advanced Guide Selecting the Paper Selecting the Paper Click Select Paper. The Select Paper screen appears. Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Paper Source...
  • Page 113 Selecting the Paper Page 113 of 541 pages Page top...
  • Page 114 Printing Page 114 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Photos > Printing Advanced Guide Printing Click Layout/Print. The Layout/Print screen appears. Important The thumbnails (reduced images) displayed in the screen may appear as follows: - A black line appears along an edge of the image.
  • Page 115 Printing Page 115 of 541 pages White streaks may appear at the top and bottom edges of grayscale photos. In that case, print with a 45 mm (1.77 inch) or more margin at the top and bottom edges. If you select Bordered (Margin 45) from the layouts, images will be reduced when printing to allow a 45 mm (1.77 inch) margin at the top and bottom edges relative to the printing direction.

  • Page 116: Creating An Album

    Creating an Album Page 116 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album Advanced Guide Creating an Album Easy-PhotoPrint EX allows you to create your own personalized photo album. Steps Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Selecting the Paper and Layout...
  • Page 117 Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album > Advanced Guide Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint EX > Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts and Menu appears. Page top...
  • Page 118 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 118 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album > Advanced Guide Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting the Paper and Layout Click Album from Menu. The Page Setup screen appears.
  • Page 119 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 119 of 541 pages which the picture was taken) on the photo. Note The layouts that can be selected may vary depending on the Paper Size, Orientation, Double page album, or the type of page selected (front cover, inside pages or back cover). You can customize the date (position, size, color, etc.) in the Date Settings dialog box.
  • Page 120 Selecting a Photo Page 120 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album > Advanced Guide Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Click Select Images. The Select Images screen appears. Select the folder that contains the image you want to print from the folder tree area.
  • Page 121 Selecting a Photo Page 121 of 541 pages See Help for details on the Select Images screen. Page top...
  • Page 122 Editing Page 122 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album > Advanced Guide Editing Editing Click Edit. The Edit screen appears. Edit your album if necessary. Changing Layout Changing Background Adding Photos Swapping Positions of Photos...
  • Page 123 Editing Page 123 of 541 pages Note See Help for details on the Edit screen. Page top...
  • Page 124 Printing Page 124 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Creating an Album > Advanced Guide Printing Printing Click Print Settings. The Print Settings screen appears. Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Media Type Copies...
  • Page 125 Printing Page 125 of 541 pages Page top...
  • Page 126 Printing a DVD/CD Page 126 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing a DVD/CD Advanced Guide Printing a DVD/CD Start Easy-PhotoPrint EX and select DVD/CD Label in Menu to start CD-LabelPrint. CD-LabelPrint allows you to print DVD/CD labels easily.

  • Page 127: Printing Calendars

    Printing Calendars Page 127 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars Advanced Guide Printing Calendars Easy-PhotoPrint EX allows you to create your own calendar using your favorite photos. Steps Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting a Photo...
  • Page 128 Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars > Advanced Guide Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint EX > Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts and Menu appears. Page top...
  • Page 129 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 129 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars > Advanced Guide Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting the Paper and Layout Click Calendar from Menu. The Page Setup screen appears.
  • Page 130 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 130 of 541 pages Page top...
  • Page 131 Selecting a Photo Page 131 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars > Advanced Guide Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Click Select Images. The Select Images screen appears. Select the folder that contains the image you want to print from the folder tree area.
  • Page 132 Editing Page 132 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars > Advanced Guide Editing Editing Click Edit. The Edit screen appears. Edit the calendar if necessary. Changing Layout Changing Background Adding Photos Swapping Positions of Photos Replacing Photos...
  • Page 133 Editing Page 133 of 541 pages Page top...
  • Page 134 Printing Page 134 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Calendars > Advanced Guide Printing Printing Click Print Settings. The Print Settings screen appears. Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Media Type Copies...
  • Page 135 Printing Page 135 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 136: Printing Stickers

    Printing Stickers Page 136 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers Advanced Guide Printing Stickers You can print your favorite photos on compatible sticker sheets. Steps Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting a Photo Editing...
  • Page 137 Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers > Advanced Guide Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint EX > Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts and Menu appears. Page top...
  • Page 138 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 138 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers > Advanced Guide Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting the Paper and Layout Click Stickers from Menu. The Page Setup screen appears.
  • Page 139 Selecting a Photo Page 139 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers > Advanced Guide Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Click Select Images. The Select Images screen appears. Select the folder that contains the image you want to print from the folder tree area.
  • Page 140 Editing Page 140 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers > Editing Advanced Guide Editing Click Edit. The Edit screen appears. Edit the stickers if necessary. Adding Photos Swapping Positions of Photos Replacing Photos Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos Cropping Photos...
  • Page 141 Printing Page 141 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Stickers > Advanced Guide Printing Printing Click Print Settings. The Print Settings screen appears. Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Media Type Copies...
  • Page 142 Printing Page 142 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 143: Printing Layout

    Printing Layout Page 143 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout Advanced Guide Printing Layout You can add text to your favorite photos and print them in a variety of layouts. Steps Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Selecting the Paper and Layout...
  • Page 144 Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout Advanced Guide > Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX Starting Easy-PhotoPrint EX From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint EX > Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts and Menu appears. Page top...
  • Page 145 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 145 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout > Advanced Guide Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting the Paper and Layout Click Layout Print from Menu. The Page Setup screen appears.
  • Page 146 Selecting a Photo Page 146 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout > Advanced Guide Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Click Select Images. The Select Images screen appears. Select the folder that contains the image you want to print from the folder tree area.
  • Page 147 Editing Page 147 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout > Editing Advanced Guide Editing Click Edit. The Edit screen appears. Edit the layout if necessary. Changing Layout Adding Photos Swapping Positions of Photos Replacing Photos Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos...
  • Page 148 Printing Page 148 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Layout > Printing Advanced Guide Printing Click Print Settings. The Print Settings screen appears. Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Media Type Copies...
  • Page 149 Printing Page 149 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 150: Correcting And Enhancing Photos

    Correcting and Enhancing Photos Page 150 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide > Correcting and Enhancing Photos Correcting and Enhancing Photos You can correct and enhance images. Click (Correct/Enhance Images) in the Select Images or Edit screen, or in the Layout/Print screen of Photo Print.

  • Page 151: Using The Auto Photo Fix Function

    Using the Auto Photo Fix Function Page 151 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Auto Photo Fix Function Using the Auto Photo Fix Function Apply optimum corrections automatically to the photos used for an album, calendar, etc.
  • Page 152 Using the Auto Photo Fix Function Page 152 of 541 pages Click Auto Photo Fix, then click OK. The entire photo is corrected automatically and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image. Note (Compare) to display the images before and after the correction side by side so that Click you can compare and check the result.

  • Page 153: Using The Red-Eye Correction Function

    Using the Red-Eye Correction Function Page 153 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Red-Eye Correction Function Using the Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes caused by a camera flash.
  • Page 154 Using the Red-Eye Correction Function Page 154 of 541 pages Click Red-Eye Correction. Click OK. Red eyes are corrected and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image. Important Areas other than the eyes may be corrected depending on the image. Note Click (Compare) to display the images before and after the correction side by side so that...
  • Page 155 Using the Red-Eye Correction Function Page 155 of 541 pages Click Save Selected Image or Save All Corrected Images. You can save corrected images as new files. Note To save only the image you like, click Save Selected Image. To save all images, click Save All Corrected Images.

  • Page 156: Using The Face Brightener Function

    Using the Face Brightener Function Page 156 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Face Brightener Function Using the Face Brightener Function You can brighten dark faces caused by bright background.
  • Page 157 Using the Face Brightener Function Page 157 of 541 pages Drag to select the area you want to correct, then click OK that appears over the image. The entire image is corrected so that the selected area containing the face becomes brighter, and (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.

  • Page 158: Using The Face Sharpener Function

    Using the Face Sharpener Function Page 158 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Face Sharpener Function Using the Face Sharpener Function You can sharpen out-of-focus faces in a photo.
  • Page 159 Using the Face Sharpener Function Page 159 of 541 pages The face is sharpened and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image. Note Effect levels can be changed using the slider below Face Sharpener. (Compare) to display the images before and after the correction side by side so that Click you can compare and check the result.
  • Page 160 Using the Face Sharpener Function Page 160 of 541 pages Note To save only the image you like, click Save Selected Image. To save all images, click Save All Corrected Images. Only JPEG/Exif file format is available for corrected images. Click Exit.

  • Page 161: Using The Digital Face Smoothing Function

    Using the Digital Face Smoothing Function Page 161 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Digital Face Smoothing Function Using the Digital Face Smoothing Function You can enhance skin beautifully by removing blemishes and wrinkles.
  • Page 162 Using the Digital Face Smoothing Function Page 162 of 541 pages Skin is enhanced beautifully and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image. Note Effect levels can be changed using the slider below Digital Face Smoothing. (Compare) to display the images before and after the enhancement side by side so Click that you can compare and check the result.
  • Page 163 Using the Digital Face Smoothing Function Page 163 of 541 pages Note To save only the image you like, click Save Selected Image. To save all images, click Save All Corrected Images. Only JPEG/Exif file format is available for enhanced images. Click Exit.

  • Page 164: Using The Blemish Remover Function

    Using the Blemish Remover Function Page 164 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Using the Blemish Remover Function Using the Blemish Remover Function You can remove moles.
  • Page 165 Using the Blemish Remover Function Page 165 of 541 pages Drag to select the area you want to enhance, then click OK that appears over the image. Moles in and around the selected area are removed and the (Correction/Enhancement) mark appears on the upper left of the image.

  • Page 166: Adjusting Images

    Adjusting Images Page 166 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Adjusting Images Adjusting Images You can make fine adjustments to the overall brightness, contrast, etc. of images. Select photos in the Select Images screen, then click (Correct/Enhance Images).
  • Page 167 Adjusting Images Page 167 of 541 pages Note Click Defaults to reset all adjustments. Click Save Selected Image or Save All Corrected Images. You can save adjusted images as new files. Note To save only the image you like, click Save Selected Image. To save all images, click Save All Corrected Images.
  • Page 168 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 168 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Correcting and Enhancing Photos > Correct/Enhance Images Window Correct/Enhance Images Window You can correct/enhance images in this window. To display the Correct/Enhance Images window, click (Correct/Enhance Images) in the Select Images or Edit screen, or in the Layout/Print screen of Photo Print.
  • Page 169 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 169 of 541 pages (2)Task Area Available tasks and settings may vary between the Auto and Manual tabs. Click Auto or Manual to display the corresponding tab. Auto Tab Select to correct automatically. Auto Photo Fix Applies automatic corrections suitable for photos.
  • Page 170 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 170 of 541 pages Enable Red-Eye Correction checkbox. Face Sharpener Sharpens out-of-focus faces. You can adjust the effect level using the slider. Digital Face Smoothing Enhances skin beautifully by removing blemishes and wrinkles. You can adjust the effect level using the slider. Apply to all images Automatically corrects all the images displayed in the list.
  • Page 171 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 171 of 541 pages Move the slider to the right to sharpen the image. Blur Blurs the outline of the subjects to soften the image. Move the slider to the right to soften the image. Show-through Removal Removes show-through of text from the reverse side or removes the base color.
  • Page 172 Correct/Enhance Images Window Page 172 of 541 pages slider. Digital Face Smoothing Enhances skin beautifully by removing blemishes and wrinkles. You can specify the area you want to apply the effect to. You can adjust the effect level using the slider.

  • Page 173: Questions And Answers

    Questions and Answers Page 173 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide > Questions and Answers Questions and Answers How Can I Move (or Copy) the Saved File? Which Side of the Displayed Image Does the Printing Start from? How Do I Print with Even Margins? What Is "C1"...

  • Page 174: How Can I Move (Or Copy) The Saved File

    How Can I Move (or Copy) the Saved File? Page 174 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Questions and Answers Advanced Guide > How Can I Move (or Copy) the Saved File? How Can I Move (or Copy) the Saved File? If you want to move (or copy) a file created and saved with Easy-PhotoPrint EX from one folder to another, you need to move (or copy) the folder that was automatically created when originally saving that file as...
  • Page 175 Which Side of the Displayed Image Does the Printing Start from? Page 175 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Questions and Answers Advanced Guide > Which Side of the Displayed Image Does the Printing Start from? Which Side of the Displayed Image Does the Printing Start from? As shown below, printing starts from the left side of the image displayed in the Layout/Print screen.

  • Page 176: How Do I Print With Even Margins

    How Do I Print with Even Margins? Page 176 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Questions and Answers Advanced Guide > How Do I Print with Even Margins? How Do I Print with Even Margins? When you print on a bordered layout, the margins on the left and right or the top and bottom may become wider than the other, depending on the image and printer.
  • Page 177 What Is "C1" or "C4"? Page 177 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Questions and Answers Advanced Guide > What Is "C1" or "C4"? What Is "C1" or "C4"? When an album is printed, labels such as "C1" and "C4" are printed as page numbers. The "C1"...
  • Page 178 Photo Print Settings Page 178 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings Advanced Guide Photo Print Settings Printing on a DVD/CD Printing Photos in Grayscale Printing Vivid Photos Reducing Photo Noise Cropping Photos (Photo Print) Printing Dates on Photos (Photo Print)
  • Page 179 Printing on a DVD/CD Page 179 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Printing on a DVD/CD Printing on a DVD/CD You can print on a DVD/CD using Photo Print. Select CD-R for Paper Size in the Select Paper screen, then select a layout and enter the title.
  • Page 180 Printing on a DVD/CD Page 180 of 541 pages Select a layout you want to use. Enter the title(s) and specify the details of the layout in Advanced. Note Items that can be set may vary depending on the selected layout. Click Print.
  • Page 181 Printing Photos in Grayscale Page 181 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Printing Photos in Grayscale Printing Photos in Grayscale Select the Grayscale Photo checkbox in the Select Paper screen to print photos in grayscale. Important Vivid Photo is not available when the Grayscale Photo checkbox is selected.
  • Page 182 Printing Photos in Grayscale Page 182 of 541 pages Note When the Grayscale Photo checkbox is selected, preview images appear in grayscale in the Layout/ Print screen. However, they appear in color in the Correct/Enhance Images window. In the Adjust Grayscale window, you can adjust the black color tone of grayscale photos. To display the Adjust Grayscale window , select the Grayscale Photo checkbox in the Select Paper screen and click (Adjust Grayscale) in the Layout/Print screen.

  • Page 183: Printing Vivid Photos

    Printing Vivid Photos Page 183 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Printing Vivid Photos Printing Vivid Photos Select the Vivid Photo checkbox in the Select Paper screen to boost the colors in a photo before printing. Important This function is available only with a printer that supports Vivid Photo.
  • Page 184 Reducing Photo Noise Page 184 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Reducing Photo Noise Reducing Photo Noise When a photo is taken in a dark location such as night scene using digital camera, noise may appear in the image.

  • Page 185: Cropping Photos (Photo Print)

    Cropping Photos (Photo Print) Page 185 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Cropping Photos (Photo Print) Cropping Photos (Photo Print) Cropping a photo is the act of removing the unnecessary portions of the photo by selecting the necessary portions.
  • Page 186 Cropping Photos (Photo Print) Page 186 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 187: Printing Dates On Photos (Photo Print)

    Printing Dates on Photos (Photo Print) Page 187 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Printing Dates on Photos (Photo Print) Printing Dates on Photos (Photo Print) To print the date the photo was taken on the photo, click (Date Settings) in the Layout/Print screen, then select the Print date checkbox in the Date Settings dialog box.

  • Page 188: Printing Multiple Photos On One Page

    Printing Multiple Photos on One Page Page 188 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Printing Multiple Photos on One Page Printing Multiple Photos on One Page You can print multiple photos on one page by selecting a multiple-photo layout in the Layout/Print screen.

  • Page 189: Printing An Index

    Printing an Index Page 189 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Printing an Index Printing an Index You can print an index of selected photos. An index print shows the thumbnails of the photos in one page.
  • Page 190 Printing an Index Page 190 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 191: Printing Id Photos (Id Photo Print)

    Printing ID Photos (ID Photo Print) Page 191 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Printing ID Photos (ID Photo Print) Printing ID Photos (ID Photo Print) You can print a variety of ID photos.
  • Page 192 Printing Photo Information Page 192 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Printing Photo Information Printing Photo Information Select Captured Info from the layouts in the Layout/Print screen to print the photo and the Exif information side by side.

  • Page 193: Saving Photos

    Saving Photos Page 193 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Saving Photos Saving Photos You can save edited photos. The information of cropping and layout can be saved. Click Save in the Layout/Print screen.
  • Page 194 Opening Saved Files Page 194 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Photo Print Settings > Advanced Guide Opening Saved Files Opening Saved Files You can open files created with Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Click Library from Menu.

  • Page 195: Other Settings

    Other Settings Page 195 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide > Other Settings Other Settings Changing Layout Changing Background Adding Photos Swapping Positions of Photos Replacing Photos Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos Cropping Photos Framing Photos Printing Dates on Photos...

  • Page 196: Changing Layout

    Changing Layout Page 196 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Advanced Guide Other Settings Changing Layout Changing Layout You can change the layout of each page separately. Select the page you want to change the layout of in the Edit screen, then click (Change Layout).
  • Page 197 Changing Layout Page 197 of 541 pages Important The layouts of all pages are changed to the selected layout. All images that do not fit in the new layout will be collected on the last page. Note The layouts that can be selected may vary depending on the Paper Size and Orientation. Layout Print Important If the new layout has a different number of frames per page from the current layout, the following will...

  • Page 198: Changing Background

    Changing Background Page 198 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Advanced Guide Other Settings Changing Background Changing Background You can change the background of each page. Important You cannot change the background of the Photo Print, Stickers, and Layout Print. Click Background...
  • Page 199 Changing Background Page 199 of 541 pages When Image file is Selected Set Image File Path and Image Layout, then click OK.
  • Page 200 Changing Background Page 200 of 541 pages Note See Help for details on how to set the background in the Change Background dialog box. Page top...

  • Page 201: Adding Photos

    Adding Photos Page 201 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Other Settings > Adding Photos Adding Photos You can add images to pages. Select the page you want to add photos in the Edit screen, then click (Add Image).

  • Page 202: Swapping Positions Of Photos

    Swapping Positions of Photos Page 202 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Advanced Guide Other Settings Swapping Positions of Photos Swapping Positions of Photos You can swap the positions of images. (Swap Image Positions) in the Edit screen.

  • Page 203: Replacing Photos

    Replacing Photos Page 203 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Advanced Guide Other Settings Replacing Photos Replacing Photos You can replace an image with another image. (Replace Selected Image). Select the image you want to replace in the Edit screen, then click Select the folder containing the image you want to replace with from the folder tree area on the left of the Replace Image dialog box.

  • Page 204: Changing Position, Angle And Size Of Photos

    Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos Page 204 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Advanced Guide Other Settings Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos Changing Position, Angle and Size of Photos You can adjust the position, angle and size of images.

  • Page 205: Cropping Photos

    Cropping Photos Page 205 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Advanced Guide Other Settings Cropping Photos Cropping Photos Cropping an image is the act of removing the unnecessary portions of the image by selecting the necessary portions.

  • Page 206: Framing Photos

    Framing Photos Page 206 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Framing Advanced Guide Other Settings Photos Framing Photos You can add frames to images. Important You cannot add frames to images in Photo Print, Stickers, and Layout Print. Select the image you want to frame in the Edit screen and click (Edit Image) or double-click the image.

  • Page 207: Printing Dates On Photos

    Printing Dates on Photos Page 207 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Printing Advanced Guide Other Settings Dates on Photos Printing Dates on Photos You can print dates on images. (Edit Image) or double-click Select the image you want to print the date in the Edit screen and click the image.

  • Page 208: Attaching Comments To Photos

    Attaching Comments to Photos Page 208 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Advanced Guide Other Settings Attaching Comments to Photos Attaching Comments to Photos You can attach comments to images and display them in your album. The photo name, shooting date and comments are displayed (from top to bottom) in a comment box.
  • Page 209 Attaching Comments to Photos Page 209 of 541 pages Note See Help for details on comments. Page top...

  • Page 210: Adding Text To Photos

    Adding Text to Photos Page 210 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Other Settings > Adding Text to Photos Adding Text to Photos You can add text to photos. Click (Add Text) in the Edit screen and drag the mouse over the area in which you want to add text.
  • Page 211 Saving Page 211 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Other Settings > Saving Saving You can save edited items. Click Save in the Edit or Print Settings screen. Note The screens for Album printing are used as examples in the following descriptions.

  • Page 212: Setting Holidays

    Setting Holidays Page 212 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Setting Advanced Guide Other Settings Holidays Setting Holidays You can add holidays to your calendar. Click Set Holidays... in the Page Setup screen of Calendar, or click (Setup Period/Holiday) in the Edit screen and click Set Holidays...
  • Page 213 Setting Holidays Page 213 of 541 pages Select the Set as Holiday checkbox to display that day as a holiday in your calendar. Note See Help for details on each dialog box. Page top...
  • Page 214 Setting Calendar Display Page 214 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Setting Advanced Guide Other Settings Calendar Display Setting Calendar Display You can customize the calendar display (fonts, lines, colors, position, size, etc.). Click Settings...
  • Page 215 Opening Saved Files Page 215 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > > Opening Advanced Guide Other Settings Saved Files Opening Saved Files You can open files created with Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Click Library from Menu.
  • Page 216 Opening Saved Files Page 216 of 541 pages Note You can open files created with Easy-PhotoPrint EX with the following methods, besides from Library in Menu. - Double-click or click the file. - From the File menu, click Open..., then select the file you want to edit. You can also open a recently used file by clicking the file name shown in the File menu.
  • Page 217 PhotoPrint Pro as it does not appear in Adobe Photoshop's menu. In that case, follow these steps to install the Photoshop Plug-In. 1. From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint Pro > Photoshop Plug-In Installer.
  • Page 218 What Is Easy-PhotoPrint Pro? Page 218 of 541 pages General Note The color tone of the image displayed on the display (monitor) is different from the print result. Page top...
  • Page 219 Easy-PhotoPrint Pro allows you to print images captured in Adobe RGB or sRGB mode, in colors that are close to their original colors by using ICC profiles. You can also print with Canon's unique color tones (Canon Digital Photo Color) or print edited/retouched sRGB images in the edited/retouched state.
  • Page 220 What is Canon Digital Photo Color? Canon Digital Photo Color is Canon's unique image processing technology. This technology allows you to print images in popular, beautiful color tones by producing high contrast with sharp, three- dimensional feel while reproducing the genuine colors of the original image.
  • Page 221 Printing with ICC Profiles (Adobe RGB, sRGB) Page 221 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Beautiful Photos Advanced Guide > Printing with ICC Profiles (Adobe RGB, sRGB) Printing with ICC Profiles (Adobe RGB, sRGB) By specifying an ICC profile, you can print an image captured in Adobe RGB or sRGB mode by utilizing its original color space, or print in colors that are close to those corrected with Adobe Photoshop or Digital Photo Professional.
  • Page 222 Printing with ICC Profiles (Adobe RGB, sRGB) Page 222 of 541 pages when you want to print the photo. Click OK. Click Print. The Print dialog box appears. Click OK. Note You can also change the color balance, brightness and contrast of the image. Adjusting the Color Balance Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Page top...
  • Page 223 Printing Edited/Retouched sRGB Images Page 223 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Beautiful Photos Advanced Guide > Printing Edited/Retouched sRGB Images Printing Edited/Retouched sRGB Images You can print edited/retouched sRGB images in the edited/retouched state. Important You may not be able to print with this setting depending on the printer type.
  • Page 224 Printing Edited/Retouched sRGB Images Page 224 of 541 pages Click OK. Click Print. The Print dialog box appears. Click OK. Note You can also change the color balance, brightness and contrast of the image. Adjusting the Color Balance Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Page top...
  • Page 225 Advanced Guide > Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones You can print sRGB images using Canon Digital Photo Color. Note Canon Digital Photo Color is Canon's unique image processing technology. This technology allows you to print images in popular, beautiful color tones by producing high contrast with sharp, three-dimensional feel while reproducing the genuine colors of the original image.
  • Page 226 Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones Page 226 of 541 pages Click OK. Click Print. The Print dialog box appears. Click OK. Note You can also change the color balance, brightness and contrast of the image. Adjusting the Color Balance...
  • Page 227 Printing According to the Lighting in the Viewing Environment Page 227 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Printing Beautiful Photos Advanced Guide > Printing According to the Lighting in the Viewing Environment Printing According to the Lighting in the Viewing Environment You can print in color tones suitable for the lighting conditions of the places where images are viewed, displayed or exhibited by using a function that reduces the differences in the way images appear in...
  • Page 228 Printing According to the Lighting in the Viewing Environment Page 228 of 541 pages Select the lighting (ambient light) in the place where you use the prints from Ambient Light. Note From Ambient Light, you can select the following lighting options. - High Color Rendering Fluorescent lamp (6500K) - High Color Rendering Fluorescent lamp (5000K) - High Color Rendering Fluorescent lamp (3000K)
  • Page 229 Printing with Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Page 229 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide > Printing with Easy- PhotoPrint Pro Printing with Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Steps Starting Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Selecting a Photo Selecting the Paper and Layout Printing Adjust the Colors of Photo...
  • Page 230 If Easy-PhotoPrint Pro does not appear in Adobe Photoshop's menu even after installing Easy- PhotoPrint Pro, follow these steps to install the Photoshop Plug-In. 1. Exit Adobe Photoshop. 2. From the Start menu, select (All) Programs > Canon Utilities > Easy-PhotoPrint Pro > Photoshop Plug-In Installer. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install.
  • Page 231 Starting Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Page 231 of 541 pages Important Easy-PhotoPrint Pro cannot be started when no image is displayed in Digital Photo Professional. Note The images displayed in Digital Photo Professional appear in Easy-PhotoPrint Pro. Page top...
  • Page 232 Selecting a Photo Page 232 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Printing with Easy- PhotoPrint Pro > Selecting a Photo Selecting a Photo Check that the photo you want to print is displayed in the bottom right area of the screen.
  • Page 233 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 233 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Printing with Easy- PhotoPrint Pro > Selecting the Paper and Layout Selecting the Paper and Layout Set the following items according to the printer and paper to be used: Printer Paper Size...
  • Page 234 Selecting the Paper and Layout Page 234 of 541 pages Important When Plain Paper is selected for Media Type and Bordered (full) is selected for Layout, the print result may be soft. In that case, change Media Type or Layout and print again. Note The layouts may vary depending on the printer, paper size, and media type.
  • Page 235 Printing Page 235 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Advanced Guide Printing with Easy- PhotoPrint Pro > Printing Printing Click Print. The Print dialog box appears. Note You can change the printing order by clicking (Specify Print Order) in the Print Preview window.
  • Page 236 Adjust the Colors of Photo Page 236 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software Advanced Guide > Adjust the Colors of Photo Adjust the Colors of Photo Printing Photos in Grayscale Adjusting the Color Balance Adjusting Color Balance Using Sample Patterns Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Using Sample Patterns...
  • Page 237 Printing Photos in Grayscale Page 237 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Adjust the Colors of Advanced Guide Photo > Printing Photos in Grayscale Printing Photos in Grayscale You can print color photos in grayscale photos. Check that the photo you want to print is displayed in the bottom right area of the screen.
  • Page 238 Printing Photos in Grayscale Page 238 of 541 pages Click OK. Important White streaks may appear at the top and bottom edges of grayscale photos. In that case, print with a 45 mm (1.77 inch) or more margin at the top and bottom edges. If you select Bordered (Margin 45) for Layout, images will be reduced when printing to allow a 45 mm (1.77 inch) margin at the top and bottom edges relative to the printing direction.

  • Page 239: Adjusting The Color Balance

    Adjusting the Color Balance Page 239 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Adjust the Colors of Advanced Guide Photo > Adjusting the Color Balance Adjusting the Color Balance You can adjust the color balance of an image. Check that the photo you want to print is displayed in the bottom right area of the screen.
  • Page 240 Adjusting the Color Balance Page 240 of 541 pages Important If the print result after adjusting the color balance is different from the preview image, print a color pattern and adjust the colors based on the pattern. Adjusting Color Balance Using Sample Patterns The color balance adjustment applies to all images to print.
  • Page 241 Adjusting Color Balance Using Sample Patterns Page 241 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Adjust the Colors of Advanced Guide Photo > Adjusting Color Balance Using Sample Patterns Adjusting Color Balance Using Sample Patterns You can print a pattern of an image and adjust the color balance of the image based on the pattern.
  • Page 242 Adjusting Color Balance Using Sample Patterns Page 242 of 541 pages The Pattern Print window appears. Select Color for Pattern Print, then select the color direction in which you want to adjust. Note Select Print in ALL Directions to print a pattern of the image adjusted in the following six directions.
  • Page 243 Adjusting Color Balance Using Sample Patterns Page 243 of 541 pages M (lower right) direction Magenta Select a specific direction such as Print in Direction R to print a pattern of the image adjusted in the selected direction. (The image with the current color balance values is printed at the bottom left.) For example, select Print in Direction R to print a more detailed pattern of the portion in the R direction of the pattern for all directions (the portion outlined in red in the figure below).
  • Page 244 Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Page 244 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Adjust the Colors of Advanced Guide Photo > Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Adjusting Brightness/Contrast You can adjust the brightness and contrast of an image. Check that the photo you want to print is displayed in the bottom right area of the screen.
  • Page 245 Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Page 245 of 541 pages Important If the print result after adjusting the brightness and contrast is different from the preview image, print a color pattern and adjust the colors based on the pattern. Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Using Sample Patterns The brightness/contrast adjustment applies to all images to print.
  • Page 246 Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Using Sample Patterns Page 246 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Adjust the Colors of Advanced Guide Photo > Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Using Sample Patterns Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Using Sample Patterns You can print a pattern of an image and adjust the brightness/contrast of the image based on the pattern.
  • Page 247 Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Using Sample Patterns Page 247 of 541 pages The Pattern Print window appears. Select Brightness/Contrast for Pattern Print. Select Paper Size and Pattern Size. Note You can crop the image before printing the pattern. Move the white frame in Preview to change the cropping area.
  • Page 248 Adjusting Brightness/Contrast Using Sample Patterns Page 248 of 541 pages Click OK. Select the image with the desired brightness/contrast from the printed pattern and enter the values indicated below the image into Brightness and Contrast. Click OK. Page top...
  • Page 249 Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Settings Page 249 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Advanced Guide Settings Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Settings Printing Borderless Photos Printing an Index Printing Contact Sheets Printing Advanced Information Trimming Photos Printing with Adjusted Print Size Saving Print Settings...

  • Page 250: Printing Borderless Photos

    Printing Borderless Photos Page 250 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Advanced Guide Settings > Printing Borderless Photos Printing Borderless Photos You can print borderless photos by selecting a borderless layout from Layout in the Printer Settings window.
  • Page 251 Printing an Index Page 251 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Advanced Guide > Printing an Index Settings Printing an Index You can print an index of selected photos. An index print shows the thumbnails of the photos in one page.
  • Page 252 Printing Contact Sheets Page 252 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Advanced Guide > Printing Contact Sheets Settings Printing Contact Sheets You can print an index of photos with a design that looks like negative film strips. To print a contact sheet, select Contact Sheet for Layout in the Printer Settings window.
  • Page 253 Printing Advanced Information Page 253 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Advanced Guide Settings > Printing Advanced Information Printing Advanced Information Select the Print advanced info checkbox in the Printer Settings window to print the photo with photo information or color correction information side by side.

  • Page 254: Trimming Photos

    Trimming Photos Page 254 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Advanced Guide > Trimming Photos Settings Trimming Photos Cropping a photo is the act of removing the unnecessary portions of the photo by selecting the necessary portions.
  • Page 255 Printing with Adjusted Print Size Page 255 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Advanced Guide Settings > Printing with Adjusted Print Size Printing with Adjusted Print Size Click (Specify Print Size) in the Print Preview window to adjust the print size and amount of margin before printing.

  • Page 256: Saving Print Settings

    Saving Print Settings Page 256 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with the Bundled Application Software > Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Advanced Guide > Saving Print Settings Settings Saving Print Settings You can save frequently used combinations of paper size, media type, color adjustment, etc. as custom profiles.
  • Page 257 Printing with Other Application Software Page 257 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software Advanced Guide Printing with Other Application Software Various Printing Methods Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Overview of the Printer Driver Page top...

  • Page 258: Various Printing Methods

    Various Printing Methods Page 258 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software Advanced Guide > Various Printing Methods Various Printing Methods Printing with Easy Setup Setting a Page Size and Orientation Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Setting the Stapling Margin Borderless Printing Fit-to-Page Printing...

  • Page 259: Printing With Easy Setup

    Printing with Easy Setup Page 259 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Printing with Easy Setup Printing with Easy Setup A simple procedure that is necessary for printing data properly with this printer, is as follows: Open the printer driver setup window Select a frequently used profile...

  • Page 260: Setting A Page Size And Orientation

    Setting a Page Size and Orientation Page 260 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Setting a Page Size and Orientation Setting a Page Size and Orientation The paper size and orientation are essentially determined by the application.

  • Page 261: Setting The Number Of Copies And Printing Order

    Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Page 261 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Default Setting Print from Last Page Collate...
  • Page 262 Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Page 262 of 541 pages Click OK. The specified number of copies will be printed with the specified printing order. Important If the application software that you used to create the document has the same function, give priority to the printer driver settings.

  • Page 263: Setting The Stapling Margin

    Setting the Stapling Margin Page 263 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Setting the Stapling Margin Setting the Stapling Margin The procedure for setting the stapling direction and the width of the stapling margin is as follows: Open the printer driver setup window Specify the side to be stapled...
  • Page 264 Setting the Stapling Margin Page 264 of 541 pages Important Staple Side and Specify Margin... appear grayed out and are unavailable when: Borderless, Poster, or Booklet is selected for Page Layout. Scaled is selected for Page Layout (If Duplex Printing is also selected, only Staple Side is selectable).

  • Page 265: Borderless Printing

    Borderless Printing Page 265 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Borderless Printing Borderless Printing The borderless printing function allows you to print data without any margin by enlarging the data so that it extends slightly off the paper.
  • Page 266 Borderless Printing Page 266 of 541 pages Moving the slider to the right makes the amount larger and moving the slider to the left makes the amount smaller. It is recommended to set the slider at the second position from the right for most cases. Important If you set the slider at the rightmost position, the back side of the paper may become smudged.

  • Page 267: Fit-To-Page Printing

    Fit-to-Page Printing Page 267 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Fit- Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods to-Page Printing Fit-to-Page Printing The procedure for printing document, which is enlarged or reduced to fit to the page size, is as follows: Open the printer driver setup window Set fit-to-page printing...
  • Page 268 Fit-to-Page Printing Page 268 of 541 pages Complete the setup Click OK. When you execute print, the document will be enlarged or reduced to fit to the page size. Page top...

  • Page 269: Scaled Printing

    Scaled Printing Page 269 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Scaled Printing Scaled Printing The procedure for printing a document with pages enlarged or reduced is as follows: Open the printer driver setup window Set scaled printing...
  • Page 270 Scaled Printing Page 270 of 541 pages Specify a scaling factor Directly type in a value into the Scaling box. The current settings are displayed in the Settings Preview on the left side of the printer driver. Complete the setup Click OK.

  • Page 271: Page Layout Printing

    Page Layout Printing Page 271 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Page Layout Printing Page Layout Printing The page layout printing function allows you to print more than one page image on a single sheet of paper.
  • Page 272 Page Layout Printing Page 272 of 541 pages Pages To increase the number of pages to be included on a single sheet of paper, select a desired number of pages from the list. Page Order To change the page arrangement order, select an icon from the list to change the page placement order.

  • Page 273: Poster Printing

    Poster Printing Page 273 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Poster Printing Poster Printing The poster printing function allows you to enlarge image data, divide it into several pages, and print these pages on separate sheets of paper.
  • Page 274 Poster Printing Page 274 of 541 pages Image Divisions Select the number of divisions (vertical x horizontal) from the Image Divisions list. As the number of divisions increases, the number of sheets used for printing increases, allowing you to create a larger poster.
  • Page 275 Poster Printing Page 275 of 541 pages Note Click the deleted pages to display them again. Right-click the Settings Preview to select Print all pages or Delete all pages. Complete the setup After completing the page selection, click OK. When you execute print, only specified pages will be printed. Important When Poster is selected, the Duplex Printing and Print from Last Page check boxes and the Staple Side list box appear grayed out and are unavailable.

  • Page 276: Booklet Printing

    Booklet Printing Page 276 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Booklet Printing Booklet Printing The booklet printing function allows you to print data for a booklet. Data is printed on both sides of the paper.
  • Page 277 Booklet Printing Page 277 of 541 pages Margin for stapling Select which side the stapling margin should be on when the booklet is completed. Insert blank page To leave one side of a sheet blank, check Insert blank page check box, and select the page to be left blank.

  • Page 278: Duplex Printing

    Duplex Printing Page 278 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Duplex Printing Duplex Printing The procedure for printing data on both sides of a sheet of paper is as follows: You can also set duplex printing in Additional Features on the Quick Setup tab.
  • Page 279 Duplex Printing Page 279 of 541 pages Important Duplex Printing is unavailable when: A media type other than Plain Paper is selected from the Media Type list. Poster is selected from the Page Layout list. When Booklet is selected from the Page Layout list, Duplex Printing and Staple Side appear grayed out and are unavailable.

  • Page 280: Stamp/Background Printing

    Stamp/Background Printing Page 280 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Stamp/Background Printing Stamp/Background Printing This feature is unavailable when the 64-bit printer driver is used. The Stamp function allows you to print a stamp text or a bitmap over or behind document data.
  • Page 281 Stamp/Background Printing Page 281 of 541 pages Place stamp over text To print the stamp on the front of the document, check this check box. Note The stamp is given priority because the stamp is printed over the document data in the sections where the stamp and the document data overlap.
  • Page 282 Stamp/Background Printing Page 282 of 541 pages Page top...
  • Page 283 Saving a Stamp Setting Page 283 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Stamp/Background Printing > Saving a Stamp Setting Saving a Stamp Setting This feature is unavailable when the 64-bit printer driver is used. You can create and save a new stamp.
  • Page 284 Saving a Stamp Setting Page 284 of 541 pages Configure the stamp while viewing the preview window Stamp tab Select Text, Bitmap, or Date/Time/User Name for Stamp Type. For Text registration, the characters must already be entered in Stamp Text. Change the TrueType Font, Style, Size, and Outline settings, as necessary.
  • Page 285 Saving a Stamp Setting Page 285 of 541 pages Configure the stamp while viewing the preview window Save the stamp Click Save overwrite on the Save settings tab. If you want to save the stamp with a different title, type a new title in the Title box and click Save. Click OK when the confirmation message appears.
  • Page 286 Saving Image Data to be Used as a Background Page 286 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Stamp/Background Printing > Saving Image Data to be Used as a Background Saving Image Data to be Used as a Background This feature is unavailable when the 64-bit printer driver is used.
  • Page 287 Saving Image Data to be Used as a Background Page 287 of 541 pages Select the image data to be registered to the background Click Select File..Select the target image data (bitmap file), and then click Open. Specify the following settings while viewing the preview window Layout Method Select how the background image data is to be placed.
  • Page 288 Saving Image Data to be Used as a Background Page 288 of 541 pages Deleting an Unnecessary Background Click Select Background... in the Stamp/Background dialog box The Background Settings dialog box opens. Select the background to be deleted Select the title of the background you want to delete from the Backgrounds list on the Save settings tab, and then click Delete.
  • Page 289 Front Feed Printing Page 289 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Front Feed Printing Front Feed Printing If you are printing on thick paper such as art paper, feed the paper from the front tray of the printer. For instructions on setting up paper in the front tray, see the user's manual.
  • Page 290 Paper Source. Note Canon IJ Status Monitor can display guidelines for Front Feed Printing. Display the Status Monitor by clicking View Printer Status... on the Maintenance tab, click Display Guide Message in the Option menu, and make sure that Front Feed Printing is checked.

  • Page 291: Displaying The Print Results Before Printing

    Set the preview Check the Preview before printing check box on the Main tab. Complete the setup Click OK. The Canon IJ Preview will start and the print result will be displayed before printing. Related Topic Canon IJ Preview Page top...

  • Page 292: Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size)

    Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) Page 292 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > > Advanced Guide Various Printing Methods Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) You can specify the height and width of paper if its size cannot be selected in Page Size. Such a paper size is called a custom size.
  • Page 293 Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) Page 293 of 541 pages Complete the setup Click OK on the Page Setup tab. When you execute print, the data is printed with the specified paper size. Important If you use a custom paper size to print, specify the size of paper correctly in the Custom Paper Size dialog box.

  • Page 294: Changing The Print Quality And Correcting Image Data

    Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Page 294 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Adjusting Tone...
  • Page 295 Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Page 295 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method You can set the print quality level and the halftoning method.
  • Page 296 Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Page 296 of 541 pages Note Halftones refer to color shades between the darkest color and the brightest color. The printer replaces the color shades with a collection of small dots to express the halftones. Dither arranges the dots according to fixed rules to express the halftones.

  • Page 297: Printing A Color Document In Monochrome

    Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Page 297 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Printing a Color Document in Monochrome The procedure for printing a color document in monochrome is as follows: You can also set a grayscale printing in Additional Features on the Quick Setup tab.
  • Page 298 Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Page 298 of 541 pages Adjusting Tone Page top...
  • Page 299 Adjusting Tone Page 299 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Tone Adjusting Tone When printing black and white photos, you can produce the cooling effects of cool colors and the warming effects of warm colors.
  • Page 300 Adjusting Tone Page 300 of 541 pages Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab. The color document is converted to grayscale data with adjusted tones. It allows you to print the color document in monochrome. Note If white streaks appear at the top and bottom of the paper when you print black and white photos, use your application software to set top and bottom margins of at least 45 mm (1.77 inch) in the print direction, and then print the photo.

  • Page 301: Specifying Color Correction

    You can specify the color correction method suited to the type of document to be printed. Normally, the printer driver adjusts the colors by using Canon Digital Photo Color so that data is printed with color tints that most people prefer. This method is suitable for printing sRGB data.
  • Page 302 Page 302 of 541 pages Driver Matching By using Canon Digital Photo Color, you can print sRGB data with color tints that most people prefer. Driver Matching is the default setting for Color Correction. You can print by using the color space of sRGB or Adobe RGB data effectively.

  • Page 303: Optimal Photo Printing Of Image Data

    Describes the procedure for printing sRGB data by using the color correction function of the printer driver. To print using Canon Digital Photo Color The printer prints data with color tints that most people prefer, reproducing colors of the original image data and producing three-dimensional effects and high, sharp contrasts.

  • Page 304: Adjusting Colors With The Printer Driver

    You can specify the color correction function of the printer driver to print sRGB data with color tints that most people prefer (through the use of Canon Digital Photo Color). When printing from an application software that can identify ICC profiles and allows you to specify them, use a printing ICC profile in the application software, and select settings for color management.
  • Page 305 Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver Page 305 of 541 pages Select Color Mode To print using Canon Digital Photo Color: Select Standard. The printer prints data with color tints that most people prefer, reproducing colors of the original image data and producing three-dimensional effects and high, sharp contrasts.

  • Page 306: Printing With Icc Profiles

    ICC profile and a printing ICC profile in the image data. Even if you print using a printing ICC profile that you created yourself or one for special Canon paper from your application software, be sure to select color management items from your application software.
  • Page 307 Printing with ICC Profiles Page 307 of 541 pages Click Matching tab, and select None for Color Correction. Set the other items If necessary, click Color Adjustment tab, and adjust the color balance of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and adjust Brightness, Intensity, and Contrast settings, and then click OK. Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab.
  • Page 308 Printing with ICC Profiles Page 308 of 541 pages Select the print quality Select High, Standard, or Fast for Print Quality. Select the manual color adjustment Select Manual for Color/Intensity, and click Set..Manual Color Adjustment dialog box opens. Select color correction Click Matching tab, and select ICM for Color Correction.
  • Page 309 Printing with ICC Profiles Page 309 of 541 pages reproduced depends on the image data. Important When Windows XP SP2 or Windows XP SP3 is used, this function is disabled. Set the other items If necessary, click Color Adjustment tab, and adjust the color balance of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and adjust Brightness, Intensity, and Contrast settings, and then click OK.

  • Page 310: Adjusting Color Balance

    Adjusting Color Balance Page 310 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Color Balance You can adjust the color tints during printing. Since this function adjusts color balance of the output by changing the ink ratios of each color, it changes the total color balance of the document.
  • Page 311 Adjusting Color Balance Page 311 of 541 pages Important Adjust the slider gradually. Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab. When you execute print, the document is printed with the adjusted color balance. Important When the Grayscale Printing check box on the Main tab is checked, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow appear grayed out and are unavailable.

  • Page 312: Adjusting Brightness

    Adjusting Brightness Page 312 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Brightness You can change the brightness of the overall image data during printing. This function does not change pure white or pure black but it changes the brightness of the intermediate colors.
  • Page 313 Adjusting Brightness Page 313 of 541 pages Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab. When you execute print, the data is printed at the specified brightness. Related Topics Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Intensity...

  • Page 314: Adjusting Intensity

    Adjusting Intensity Page 314 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Intensity You can dilute (brighten) or intensify (darken) the colors of the overall image data during printing. If you want to sharpen the print results, you should intensify the colors.
  • Page 315 Adjusting Intensity Page 315 of 541 pages Important Adjust the slider gradually. Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab. When you execute print, the image data is printed with the adjusted intensity. Related Topics Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness...

  • Page 316: Adjusting Contrast

    Adjusting Contrast Page 316 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Adjusting Contrast Adjusting Contrast You can adjust the image contrast during printing. To make the differences between the light and dark portions of images greater and more distinct, increase the contrast.
  • Page 317 Adjusting Contrast Page 317 of 541 pages Important Adjust the slider gradually. Complete the setup Click OK on the Main tab. When you execute print, the image is printed with the adjusted contrast. Related Topics Selecting a Combination of the Print Quality Level and a Halftoning Method Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness...

  • Page 318: Simulating An Illustration

    Simulating an Illustration Page 318 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Simulating an Illustration Simulating an Illustration With the Simulate Illustration function, you can print full-color or 256-color image data so that it looks like a hand-drawn illustration.

  • Page 319: Representing Image Data With A Single Color

    Representing Image Data with a Single Color Page 319 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Representing Image Data with a Single Color Representing Image Data with a Single Color With the Monochrome Effects function, you can benefit from coloring effects such as changing a photograph to a sepia tone image.

  • Page 320: Presenting Image Data With Vivid Colors

    Presenting Image Data with Vivid Colors Page 320 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Presenting Image Data with Vivid Colors Presenting Image Data with Vivid Colors The Vivid Photo function allows you to print image data with vivid colors.

  • Page 321: Smoothing Jagged Outlines

    Smoothing Jagged Outlines Page 321 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Smoothing Jagged Outlines Smoothing Jagged Outlines The Image Optimizer function allows you to smooth jagged outlines in photos and graphics that have been enlarged with your application.

  • Page 322: Changing Color Properties To Improve Coloration

    Changing Color Properties to Improve Coloration Page 322 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Changing Color Properties to Improve Coloration Changing Color Properties to Improve Coloration The Photo Optimizer PRO function corrects colors of digital camera images or scanned images.
  • Page 323 Changing Color Properties to Improve Coloration Page 323 of 541 pages Define Stamp... is selected in the Stamp/Background dialog box on the Page Setup tab, and the bitmapped stamp is configured. Note Depending on images, the Photo Optimizer PRO may have no discernible effect. Page top...
  • Page 324 Reducing Photo Noise Page 324 of 541 pages > Printing from a Computer > Printing with Other Application Software > Changing the Print Quality and Advanced Guide Correcting Image Data > Reducing Photo Noise Reducing Photo Noise With the Photo Noise Reduction function, you can reduce the digital camera noise and improve the image quality of the digital print.
  • Page 325 Reducing Photo Noise Page 325 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 326: Overview Of The Printer Driver

    Advanced Guide Overview of the Printer Driver > Overview of the Printer Driver Overview of the Printer Driver Canon IJ Printer Driver How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window Maintenance Tab Canon IJ Status Monitor The Canon IJ Preview...
  • Page 327 Front Feed Printing Displaying the Print Results before Printing Overview of the Printer Driver Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) Canon IJ Printer Driver How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Maintenance Tab...

  • Page 328: Canon Ij Printer Driver

    Canon IJ Printer Driver The Canon IJ printer driver is software that is installed on your computer for printing data on this printer. The Canon IJ printer driver converts the print data created by your Windows application into data that your printer can understand and sends the converted data to the printer.

  • Page 329: How To Open The Printer Driver Setup Window

    Advanced Guide Overview of the Printer Driver > Canon IJ Printer Driver > How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window The printer driver setup window can be displayed through the application software in use or the Start menu of the Windows.

  • Page 330: Maintenance Tab

    Printing with Other Application Software > Advanced Guide Overview of the Printer Driver > Canon IJ Printer Driver > Maintenance Tab Maintenance Tab The Maintenance tab allows you to perform printer maintenance or change the settings of the printer. Features...

  • Page 331: Canon Ij Status Monitor

    Canon IJ Status Monitor The Canon IJ Status Monitor is an application software that shows the status of the printer and the progress of printing on the Windows screen. You will know the status of the printer with graphics, icons, and messages.
  • Page 332 > The Canon IJ Preview The Canon IJ Preview The Canon IJ Preview is an application software that displays what the print result will look like before a document is actually printed. The preview reflects the information that is set within the printer driver and allows you to check the document layout, print sequence, and number of pages.
  • Page 333 Printing on DVD/CDs Page 333 of 541 pages > Printing on DVD/CDs Advanced Guide Printing on DVD/CDs Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs Troubleshooting Page top...
  • Page 334 Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs Page 334 of 541 pages > Printing on DVD/CDs > Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs Advanced Guide Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs Items to Prepare Cautions When Printing on DVD/CDs Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs Printing with CD-LabelPrint from the Computer...

  • Page 335: Items To Prepare

    Items to Prepare Page 335 of 541 pages > Printing on DVD/CDs > Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs > Items to Prepare Advanced Guide Items to Prepare The following items are needed to print on DVD/CDs: CD-R Tray "E"...
  • Page 336 Cautions When Printing on DVD/CDs Page 336 of 541 pages > Printing on DVD/CDs > Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs > Cautions When Printing on DVD/CDs Advanced Guide Cautions When Printing on DVD/CDs Be sure to use the CD-R Tray supplied with this printer. It has an "E" on the upper side. Do not print on DVD/CDs that are not compatible with ink-jet printing.
  • Page 337 Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Page 337 of 541 pages > Printing on DVD/CDs > Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs > Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Advanced Guide Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Attaching the CD-R Tray Gently press the mark on the Front Tray to open the Front Tray (A), then open the Inner Cover (B).
  • Page 338 Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Page 338 of 541 pages 2. Place the 8 cm disc on the CD-R Tray with the printing surface facing up. Attach the CD-R Tray to the printer. Important Do not attach the CD-R Tray while the printer is in operation ( Power lamp is blinking). Note The printer may eject the CD-R Tray while it is preparing for printing.
  • Page 339 Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Page 339 of 541 pages (D) Keep the CD-R Tray level when inserting it. ) on the Inner Cover. (E) Align the arrow ( ) on the CD-R Tray with the arrow ( Important Do not insert the CD-R Tray beyond the arrow ( ) on the Inner Cover.
  • Page 340 Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Page 340 of 541 pages Dry the printing surface sufficiently before removing the disc. If you see printing on the CD-R Tray or the transparent parts on inner or outer diameter of DVD/CD, wipe them off after the printing surface has dried.
  • Page 341 Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Page 341 of 541 pages a flat place. Page top...
  • Page 342 Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs Page 342 of 541 pages > Printing on DVD/CDs > Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs > Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs Advanced Guide Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs The CD-R Tray (supplied) allows the printing of images on printable DVD/CDs.
  • Page 343 Printing with CD-LabelPrint from the Computer Page 343 of 541 pages > Printing on DVD/CDs > Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs > Printing with CD-LabelPrint from the Advanced Guide Computer Printing with CD-LabelPrint from the Computer CD-LabelPrint is bundled application software that allows you to edit and modify data before printing.

  • Page 344: Printing Area

    Printing Area Page 344 of 541 pages > Printing on DVD/CDs > Printing on the Label Side of DVD/CDs Advanced Guide > Printing Area Printing Area Printable DVD/CDs The printing area of both printable DVDs and CDs is the area excluding the 1 mm area from the internal and external diameters of the label.

  • Page 345: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Page 345 of 541 pages > Printing on DVD/CDs Advanced Guide > Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Message Appears on the Computer Screen Cannot Print on DVD/CDs Page top...

  • Page 346: Message Appears On The Computer Screen

    For details on how to place the CD-R Tray, see Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Check 3: Unrecognizable DVD/CD may be placed. Canon recommends that you use DVD/CDs specially processed to be printed on by an inkjet printer. Check 4: Is the DVD/CD on the CD-R Tray already printed? If you place a DVD/CD on which has already been printed on the CD-R Tray, the CD-R Tray may be ejected.
  • Page 347 For details on how to place the CD-R Tray, see Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Check 2: Unrecognizable DVD/CD may be placed. Canon recommends that you use DVD/CDs specially processed to be printed on by an inkjet printer. Check 3: Is the DVD/CD on the CD-R Tray already printed? If you place a DVD/CD on which has already been printed on the CD-R Tray, the CD-R Tray may be ejected.
  • Page 348 For details on how to place the CD-R Tray, see Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray Check 2: Unrecognizable DVD/CD may be placed. Canon recommends that you use DVD/CDs specially processed to be printed on by an inkjet printer. Check 3: Is the DVD/CD on the CD-R Tray already printed? If you place a DVD/CD on which has already been printed on the CD-R Tray, the CD-R Tray may be ejected.
  • Page 349 Cannot Print on DVD/CDs Page 349 of 541 pages CD-R Tray Jammed Pull out the CD-R Tray gently. If the CD-R Tray cannot be pulled out, turn the printer off and then turn the printer back on again. The CD-R Tray will automatically be ejected. When the CD-R Tray is pulled out, place the CD-R Tray again, with an "E"...

  • Page 350: Printing Photographs Directly From A Compliant Device

    Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Page 350 of 541 pages > Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Advanced Guide Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Page top...
  • Page 351 Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Page 351 of 541 pages > Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Advanced Guide > Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device About PictBridge Print Settings Page top...
  • Page 352 Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Page 352 of 541 pages > Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device > Advanced Guide Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device > Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device You can connect a PictBridge compliant device such as a digital camera, camcorder, or mobile phone using a USB cable recommended by the device's manufacturer, and print recorded images directly without using a computer.
  • Page 353 Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Page 353 of 541 pages Specify the print settings such as the paper type and layout. You can perform settings using the menu on the LCD of your PictBridge compliant device. Select the size and type of paper that you loaded in the printer.

  • Page 354: About Pictbridge Print Settings

    Layout Default (Borderless), Index, Bordered, Borderless, 20-up*1, 35-up*2 *1 With a Canon brand PictBridge compliant device, selecting items with "i" mark allows you to print shooting info (Exif Data) in list format (20-up) or on the margins of the specified data (1-up). (May not be available with some Canon-brand PictBridge compliant devices.)
  • Page 355 About PictBridge Print Settings Page 355 of 541 pages the instruction manual provided with your Canon PictBridge compliant device. You can select the following color modes: Natural, Natural M, B/W*3, Cool tone*3, Warm tone*3 *3 Depending on the image, printing problems such as uneven coloration or white streaks may occur at the top and/or bottom edges of the sheet when printing in grayscale.
  • Page 356 Maintenance Page 356 of 541 pages > Maintenance Advanced Guide Maintenance Cleaning Your Printer Performing Maintenance from a Computer Page top...

  • Page 357: Cleaning Your Printer

    Cleaning Your Printer Page 357 of 541 pages > Maintenance Advanced Guide > Cleaning Your Printer Cleaning Your Printer Cleaning Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Cleaning the Protrusions Inside the Printer Page top...
  • Page 358 Cleaning Page 358 of 541 pages > Maintenance > > Cleaning Advanced Guide Cleaning Your Printer Cleaning This section describes the cleaning procedure that is needed to maintain your printer. Important Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as not to scratch the surface.

  • Page 359: Cleaning The Exterior Of The Printer

    Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Page 359 of 541 pages > Maintenance > Advanced Guide Cleaning Your Printer > Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Be sure to use a soft cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface gently. Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning.

  • Page 360: Cleaning The Protrusions Inside The Printer

    Cleaning the Protrusions Inside the Printer Page 360 of 541 pages > Maintenance > > Cleaning the Protrusions Inside the Printer Advanced Guide Cleaning Your Printer Cleaning the Protrusions Inside the Printer If protrusions inside the printer are stained, wipe off any ink from the protrusions using a cotton swab or the like.

  • Page 361: Performing Maintenance From A Computer

    Performing Maintenance from a Computer Page 361 of 541 pages > Maintenance > Performing Maintenance from a Computer Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Print Heads Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers Aligning the Print Head Position Manual Print Head Alignment Checking the Print Head Nozzles Cleaning Inside the Printer Maintaining the Ink Quality...

  • Page 362: Cleaning The Print Heads

    Cleaning the Print Heads Page 362 of 541 pages > Maintenance > > Cleaning the Print Heads Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Print Heads The print head cleaning function allows you to remove any blockages in the print head nozzles. Perform print head cleaning if printing is faint or a specific color fails to print, even though there is enough ink.
  • Page 363 Cleaning the Print Heads Page 363 of 541 pages process, click Cancel. Important Cleaning consumes a small amount of ink. Deep Cleaning consumes a larger amount of ink than Cleaning. Cleaning the print heads frequently will rapidly deplete your printer's ink supply. Consequently, perform cleaning only when necessary.
  • Page 364 Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers Page 364 of 541 pages > Maintenance > > Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers The feed roller cleaning function allows you to clean the paper feed roller. Perform feed roller cleaning when there are paper particles sticking to the paper feed roller and paper is not fed properly.

  • Page 365: Aligning The Print Head Position

    Aligning the Print Head Position Page 365 of 541 pages > Maintenance > > Aligning the Print Head Position Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Aligning the Print Head Position Print head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improves deviated colors and lines.

  • Page 366: Manual Print Head Alignment

    Manual Print Head Alignment Page 366 of 541 pages > Maintenance > > Manual Print Head Alignment Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Manual Print Head Alignment This section describes how to align the Print Head manually. If the results of Automatic Print Head Alignment are not satisfactory, follow the procedure below to perform Manual Print Head Alignment to precisely align the Print Head.
  • Page 367 Manual Print Head Alignment Page 367 of 541 pages Note If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical white streaks. (A) Less noticeable vertical white streaks (B) More noticeable vertical white streaks 2.
  • Page 368 Manual Print Head Alignment Page 368 of 541 pages Note If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical white streaks. (E) Less noticeable vertical white streaks (F) More noticeable vertical white streaks 2.
  • Page 369 Front Tray to open the Front Tray and extend the Front Tray Extension. Print the pattern. 1. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) 2. Select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu.
  • Page 370 Manual Print Head Alignment Page 370 of 541 pages Important Do not open the Top Cover while printing is in progress. Note Clicking Print Alignment Value prints the current settings and finishes Print Head Alignment. Look at the first printout and adjust the print head position. 1.
  • Page 371 Manual Print Head Alignment Page 371 of 541 pages (C) Less noticeable vertical white streaks (D) More noticeable vertical white streaks 3. Confirm the displayed message and click OK. The second pattern is printed. Important Do not open the Top Cover while printing is in progress. Look at the second printout and adjust the print head position.
  • Page 372 Manual Print Head Alignment Page 372 of 541 pages Note If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical white streaks. (G) Less noticeable vertical white streaks (H) More noticeable vertical white streaks 2.

  • Page 373: Checking The Print Head Nozzles

    Checking the Print Head Nozzles Page 373 of 541 pages > Maintenance > > Checking the Print Head Nozzles Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Checking the Print Head Nozzles The nozzle check function allows you to check whether the print heads are working properly by printing a nozzle check pattern.

  • Page 374: Cleaning Inside The Printer

    Cleaning Inside the Printer Page 374 of 541 pages > Maintenance > > Cleaning Inside the Printer Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning Inside the Printer The bottom plate cleaning function allows you to prevent smudges on the back side of the paper. Perform bottom plate cleaning before you execute duplex printing.
  • Page 375 Maintaining the Ink Quality Page 375 of 541 pages > Maintenance > > Maintaining the Ink Quality Advanced Guide Performing Maintenance from a Computer Maintaining the Ink Quality This printer automatically mixes the ink at fixed intervals to keep the ink density even. You can also disable this function by clicking the Custom Settings button on the Maintenance tab and unchecking the Execute ink quality maintenance automatically check box.

  • Page 376: Changing The Printer Settings

    Changing the Printer Settings Page 376 of 541 pages > Changing the Printer Settings Advanced Guide Changing the Printer Settings Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Page top...

  • Page 377: Changing Printer Settings From Your Computer

    Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Page 377 of 541 pages > Changing the Printer Settings Advanced Guide > Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Changing the Print Options Registering a Frequently Used Printing Profile Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise Changing the Printer Operation Mode...

  • Page 378: Changing The Print Options

    Changing the Print Options Page 378 of 541 pages > Changing the Printer Settings > > Changing the Print Advanced Guide Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Options Changing the Print Options You change detailed print driver settings for print data that is sent from an application software. Specify this option if you encounter print failures such as part of an image data being cut off.

  • Page 379: Registering A Frequently Used Printing Profile

    Registering a Frequently Used Printing Profile Page 379 of 541 pages > Changing the Printer Settings > > Registering a Advanced Guide Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Frequently Used Printing Profile Registering a Frequently Used Printing Profile You can register the frequently used printing profile to Commonly Used Settings on the Quick Setup tab. Unnecessary printing profiles can be deleted at any time.
  • Page 380 Registering a Frequently Used Printing Profile Page 380 of 541 pages Registered print settings cannot be saved and preserved. In this case, register the print settings again. Deleting Unnecessary Printing Profile Select the printing profile to be deleted Select the printing profile you want to delete from the Commonly Used Settings list on the Quick Setup tab.

  • Page 381: Managing The Printer Power

    Managing the Printer Power Page 381 of 541 pages > Changing the Printer Settings > > Managing the Printer Advanced Guide Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Power Managing the Printer Power This function allows you to manage the printer power from the printer driver. The procedure for managing the printer power is as follows: Power Off The Power Off function turns off the printer.

  • Page 382: Reducing The Printer Noise

    Reducing the Printer Noise Page 382 of 541 pages > Changing the Printer Settings > > Reducing the Printer Advanced Guide Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Noise Reducing the Printer Noise This function allows you to reduce the operating noise of the printer. Select if you wish to reduce the operating noise of the printer at night, etc.

  • Page 383: Changing The Printer Operation Mode

    Changing the Printer Operation Mode Page 383 of 541 pages > Changing the Printer Settings > > Changing the Printer Advanced Guide Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Operation Mode Changing the Printer Operation Mode This function allows you to change the printer settings, as necessary. The procedure for configuring Custom Settings is as follows: Custom Settings Open the...
  • Page 384 Changing the Printer Operation Mode Page 384 of 541 pages to the right increases the pause time and moving the slider to the left decreases the time. If the paper gets stained because the next page is ejected before the ink on the printed page dries, increase the ink drying wait time.
  • Page 385 Troubleshooting Page 385 of 541 pages Advanced Guide > Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If an Error Occurs The Printer Cannot Be Powered On Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Power Lamp Flashes Blue and Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Alternately Cannot Install the Printer Driver Cannot Install the Application Program Cannot Connect to Computer Properly The Printer Is Vibrating/The Printer Makes the Operation Noise Even When the Printer Is Not in Use...

  • Page 386: If An Error Occurs

    If an Error Occurs Page 386 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > If an Error Occurs If an Error Occurs When an error occurs in printing such as the printer is out of paper or paper is jammed, a troubleshooting message is displayed automatically.

  • Page 387: The Printer Cannot Be Powered On

    The Printer Cannot Be Powered On Page 387 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > The Printer Cannot Be Powered On The Printer Cannot Be Powered On Check 1: Press the Power button. Check 2: Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged into the Power Cord Connector of the printer, then turn it back on.

  • Page 388: Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange

    Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Page 388 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange When a printer error occurs, the Alarm lamp flashes orange as shown below. The number of flashes indicates the type of error that has occurred. Count the flashes and take the appropriate action to correct the error.
  • Page 389 Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Page 389 of 541 pages the ink out condition. Routine Maintenance Note If multiple ink lamps are flashing, refer to Routine Maintenance and confirm the status of each ink tank. Five flashes: Follow the directions given in your setup manual to install the Print Head is not installed./Print Head is Print Head.
  • Page 390 The Custom Settings in the Maintenance sheet, clear the Detect paper width check box, and then click Send. In the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, clear the Detect paper width check box, and then click Send.
  • Page 391 5 seconds, and then release it. *Releasing the function for detecting the remaining ink level is memorised. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble which may be caused by continuation of printing or refilling of ink.
  • Page 392 Power Lamp Flashes Blue and Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Alternately Page 392 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Power Lamp Flashes Blue and Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Alternately Power Lamp Flashes Blue and Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange Alternately A printer problem has occurred.

  • Page 393: Cannot Install The Printer Driver

    Cannot Install the Printer Driver Page 393 of 541 pages > > Cannot Install the Printer Driver Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Cannot Install the Printer Driver If the installation does not start even after the Setup CD-ROM is inserted into your computer's disc drive: Start the installation following the procedure below.
  • Page 394 Cannot Install the Printer Driver Page 394 of 541 pages Note In Windows Vista, The printer is not detected. Check the connection. may be displayed depending on the computer you use. In this case, wait for a while. If you still cannot proceed to the next step, follow the procedure below to reinstall the printer driver.
  • Page 395 Photoshop Plug-In Installer. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Adobe Photoshop Plug-In. Select Applications from the Go menu, and double-click the Canon Utilities folder, the Easy -PhotoPrint Pro folder and then the Plug-In Installer icon. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Adobe Photoshop Plug-In.

  • Page 396: Cannot Connect To Computer Properly

    Cannot Connect to Computer Properly Page 396 of 541 pages > > Cannot Connect to Computer Properly Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Cannot Connect to Computer Properly "This device Printing Speed Is Slow/Hi-Speed USB Connection Does Not Work/ can perform faster" Message Is Displayed If your system environment is not fully compatible with Hi-Speed USB, the printer will operate at a lower speed provided under USB 1.1.
  • Page 397 Confirm the message and click OK. Make sure that the printer is turned on. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu. Select the Execute ink quality maintenance automatically check box, then click Send.

  • Page 398: Print Results Not Satisfactory

    Print Results Not Satisfactory Page 398 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Print Results Not Satisfactory Print Results Not Satisfactory If the print result is not satisfactory due to white streaks, misaligned lines, or uneven colors, confirm the paper and print quality settings first.

  • Page 399: Cannot Print To End Of Job

    Cannot Print to End of Job Page 399 of 541 pages > > > Cannot Print to End of Job Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory Cannot Print to End of Job Check 1: Is the size of the print data extremely large? Click Print Options on the Page Setup sheet.
  • Page 400 No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Page 400 of 541 pages > > > No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory Wrong/White Streaks No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Check the status of ink tanks.
  • Page 401 Confirm the message and click OK. Make sure that the printer is turned on. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu. Select the Execute ink quality maintenance automatically check box, then click Send.
  • Page 402 No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Page 402 of 541 pages Important Enabling automatic ink quality maintenance is recommended. Failure to perform the ink quality maintenance about once a week may affect print quality. If automatic ink quality maintenance has been disabled, perform the ink quality maintenance manually about once a week.

  • Page 403: Lines Are Misaligned

    Lines Are Misaligned Page 403 of 541 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory > Lines Are Misaligned Lines Are Misaligned Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Perform Print Head Alignment. If you did not align the Print Head after installation, straight lines may be printed misaligned.

  • Page 404: Printed Paper Curls Or Has Ink Blots

    Printed Paper Curls or Has Ink Blots Page 404 of 541 pages > > > Printed Paper Curls or Has Ink Blots Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory Printed Paper Curls or Has Ink Blots Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: If the intensity is set high, reduce the Intensity setting in the printer driver and try printing again.
  • Page 405 Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Page 405 of 541 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory > Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Is the appropriate type of paper used? Check the followings: Check to see if the paper you are printing on is suitable for your printing purpose.
  • Page 406 To open the printer properties dialog box, see Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) In the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, select the Prevent paper abrasion check box, and then click Send. To open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, see...
  • Page 407 Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Page 407 of 541 pages Open the printer properties dialog box. Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) Click Here: Printer Driver * Before clicking here to open the printer properties dialog box, quit the running application software.
  • Page 408 Make sure that the printer is turned on. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu. Drag the Ink Drying Wait Time slide bar to set the wait time, and then click Send.

  • Page 409: Back Of The Paper Is Smudged

    Back of the Paper Is Smudged Page 409 of 541 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory > Back of the Paper Is Smudged Back of the Paper Is Smudged Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Perform the Bottom Plate Cleaning to clean the inside of the printer.

  • Page 410: Colors Are Uneven Or Streaked

    Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Page 410 of 541 pages > > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Results Not Satisfactory > Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Check 1: Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check 2: Print the Nozzle Check Pattern and perform any necessary maintenance operations such as Print Head Cleaning.
  • Page 411 Confirm the message and click OK. Make sure that the printer is turned on. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu. Select the Execute ink quality maintenance automatically check box, then click Send.
  • Page 412 Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Page 412 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 413: Printing Does Not Start

    Printing Does Not Start Page 413 of 541 pages > > Printing Does Not Start Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Printing Does Not Start Check 1: Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged in, then turn the printer on. While the Power lamp is flashing blue, the printer is initializing. Wait until the Power lamp stops flashing and remains lit blue.
  • Page 414 Check 10: Are the Media Type and the Page Size settings of the printer driver correct? When using Art Paper or non Canon genuine specialty paper, be sure to select the type of each media from Media Type and a paper size which says "Art XX (Margin 35)" from Paper size.
  • Page 415 Page 415 of 541 pages Click the Ports tab to confirm the port settings. Make sure that a port named USBnnn (where "n" is a number) with Canon XXX appearing in the Printer column is selected for Print to the following port(s).

  • Page 416: Printing Stops Before It Is Completed

    Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Page 416 of 541 pages > > Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Check 1: Is the Inner Cover opened while printing on paper? Close the Inner Cover and press the RESUME/CANCEL button on the printer.

  • Page 417: Printer Moves But Ink Is Not Ejected

    Printer Moves But Ink Is Not Ejected Page 417 of 541 pages > > Printer Moves But Ink Is Not Ejected Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Printer Moves But Ink Is Not Ejected Check 1: Are the Print Head nozzles clogged? Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles.
  • Page 418 Printing Speed Is Not as Fast as Expected Page 418 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Printing Speed Is Not as Fast as Expected Printing Speed Is Not as Fast as Expected Check 1: Is printing performed in Quiet Mode? Print speed is reduced if you specified to print in Quiet Mode in the printer driver.

  • Page 419: Print Head Holder Does Not Move To The Position For Replacing

    Print Head Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing Page 419 of 541 pages > > Print Head Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Print Head Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing Check 1: Is the Power lamp off? Check if the Power lamp is lit blue.

  • Page 420: Paper Does Not Feed Properly

    Loading Paper Check 3: If you are using art paper that is not produced by Canon, make sure that the paper is 200 gsm (53 lb) or less. Printing cannot be done from the Rear Tray if the paper is too heavy. Check the paper's package for information on its weight.
  • Page 421 Paper Does Not Feed Properly Page 421 of 541 pages If there are any foreign objects in the Rear Tray, be sure to turn off the printer, unplug it from the power supply, then remove the foreign object. Check 6: Make sure that the Inner Cover is closed completely. Paper does not feed properly if the Inner Cover is even slightly open.

  • Page 422: Paper Does Not Feed From The Paper Source Specified In The Printer Driver

    Paper Does Not Feed from the Paper Source Specified in the Printer Driver Page 422 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Paper Does Not Feed from the Paper Source Specified in the Printer Driver Paper Does Not Feed from the Paper Source Specified in the Printer Driver Check: Is the paper source setting inconsistent between the application program and the printer driver?

  • Page 423: Paper Jams

    Paper Jams Page 423 of 541 pages > > Paper Jams Advanced Guide Troubleshooting Paper Jams Note If you need to turn off the printer to remove jammed paper during printing, press the RESUME/CANCEL button to cancel print jobs before turning off the printer. If paper is jammed in the Rear Tray, the Front Tray, or the Front Feed Support: Remove the paper following the procedure below.
  • Page 424 Paper Jams Page 424 of 541 pages When reloading the paper, confirm that you are using the correct paper and are loading it correctly. Loading Paper A5 sized paper is suited to printing documents consisting mainly of text. We do not recommend using such paper to print documents with photos or graphics, since the printout may curl and cause paper exit jams.
  • Page 425 Message Appears on the Computer Screen Page 425 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Message Appears on the Computer Screen Message Appears on the Computer Screen Error Number: B200 A printer error has occurred. Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply.
  • Page 426 Message Appears on the Computer Screen Page 426 of 541 pages Confirm the movement of the Print Head Holder blocked. Cancel printing from your computer and turn off the printer. Then clear the jammed paper or protective material that is preventing the Print Head Holder from moving, and turn on the printer again.
  • Page 427 The Custom Settings in the Maintenance sheet, clear the Detect paper width check box, and then click Send. In the Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Custom Settings in the pop-up menu, clear the Detect paper width check box, and then click Send.
  • Page 428 Message Appears on the Computer Screen Page 428 of 541 pages Make sure that a port named USBnnn (where "n" is a number) with Canon XXX appearing in the Printer column is selected for Print to the following port(s). If the port setting is not correct, reinstall the printer driver or change the port setting according to the interface you are using.
  • Page 429 Message Appears on the Computer Screen Page 429 of 541 pages Check 2: Make sure that the USB cable is securely plugged in to the printer and the computer. If you are using a relay device such as a USB hub, disconnect it, connect the printer directly to the computer, and try printing again.
  • Page 430 Message Appears on the Computer Screen Page 430 of 541 pages Error Number: 1700 Is Displayed Eight flashes: Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange and take the appropriate action. Ink Info Number: 1600 Is Displayed Four flashes: Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange and take the appropriate action.
  • Page 431 Click Agree, then follow the on-screen instructions. The printer usage information will be sent to Canon via the Internet. If you have followed the on-screen instructions, the information will be sent automatically from the second time onward and the confirmation screen will not be displayed again.
  • Page 432 This dialog box appears when administrative rights are required to perform a task. If you are logged on to an administrator account, click Continue or Allow to continue. 2. Select Canon Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program. 3. Select Change. If you select Yes after you have followed the on-screen instructions, the confirmation screen will be displayed at the time of the next survey.
  • Page 433 Click Agree, then follow the on-screen instructions. The printer usage information will be sent to Canon via the Internet. If you have followed the on-screen instructions, the information will be sent automatically from the second time onward and the confirmation screen will not be displayed again.

  • Page 434: For Windows Users

    For Windows Users Page 434 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > For Windows Users For Windows Users Printer Status Monitor Is Not Displayed Check: Is the printer status monitor enabled? Make sure that Enable Status Monitor is selected on the Option menu of the printer status monitor.

  • Page 435: Error Message Appears On A Pictbridge Compliant Device

    For errors on non -Canon PictBridge compliant devices, check the status of the Alarm lamp and take the appropriate action to clear the error. For details, see...
  • Page 436 Error Message Appears on a PictBridge Compliant Device Page 436 of 541 pages the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the power cord of the printer back in, turn on the printer, and then reconnect the PictBridge compliant device to the printer.
  • Page 437 FAQs Page 437 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > FAQs FAQs No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Printer Moves But Ink Is Not Ejected Cannot Install the Printer Driver Printing Does Not Start Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Writing Error/Output Error/Communication Error Print Results Not Satisfactory Paper Jams...

  • Page 438: If You Cannot Resolve The Problem

    If you cannot resolve the problem with any of the workarounds in this chapter, please contact the seller of the printer or the service center. Canon support staff are trained to be able to provide technical support to satisfy customers. Caution If the printer emits any unusual sound, smoke, or odor, turn it off immediately.
  • Page 439 Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) Page 439 of 541 pages > Advanced Guide Troubleshooting > Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) This printer driver is subject to the following restrictions. Keep the following points in mind when using the printer driver.
  • Page 440 Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) Page 440 of 541 pages 3. Without starting printing, close the Print dialog box. 4. Open Word's Print dialog box again. 5. Open the printer driver setup window again and click OK. 6. Start printing. Illustrator/Adobe Systems Inc.
  • Page 441 Updating the Printer Driver Uninstalling the On-Screen Manuals Transporting the Printer Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) Opening the Page Setup and Print Dialog Box (Macintosh) Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Sharing the Printer on a Network Page top...

  • Page 442: Xps Printer Driver

    XPS Printer Driver Page 442 of 541 pages > Appendix > XPS Printer Driver Advanced Guide XPS Printer Driver The following two printer drivers can be installed on Windows Vista: IJ printer driver XPS printer driver In this topic, the above drivers are indicated as "standard IJ printer driver" and "XPS printer driver" respectively.
  • Page 443 Before Printing on Art Paper Page 443 of 541 pages > Appendix Advanced Guide > Before Printing on Art Paper Before Printing on Art Paper When using art paper, dust is liable to be generated. It is therefore recommended that paper dust be removed on art paper just before printing.
  • Page 444 Before Printing on Art Paper Page 444 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 445: Matte Photo Paper Mp

    To ensure the best print quality, the printer allows a margin along each edge of media. The actual printable area will be the area inside these margins. Recommended printing area : Canon recommends that you print within this area. Printable area : The area where it is possible to print.
  • Page 446 Other Sizes than Letter or Legal Page 446 of 541 pages > Appendix > Advanced Guide Printing Area > Other Sizes than Letter or Legal Other Sizes than Letter or Legal Size Printable Area (width x height) 5.56 x 7.95 inches / 141.2 x 202.0 mm 8.00 x 11.38 inches / 203.2 x 289.0 mm 11.4 x 16.2 inches / 290.2 x 412.0 mm A3+ (13"...
  • Page 447 Letter, Legal Page 447 of 541 pages > Appendix > Advanced Guide Printing Area > Letter, Legal Letter, Legal Size Printable Area (width x height) Letter 8.00 x 10.69 inches / 203.2 x 271.4 mm Legal 8.00 x 13.69 inches / 203.2 x 347.6 mm Recommended printing area Printable area Page top...
  • Page 448 Sizes for Art Paper When using the Art Paper or non Canon genuine specialty paper, printing is not done in a 1.38 inches / 35 mm margin along the top and bottom edges. A limit is set to prevent printing along a 1.38 inches / 35 mm margin on the top and bottom edges when a paper size for Art Paper is selected in the printer driver.

  • Page 449: Deleting The Undesired Print Job

    Deleting the Undesired Print Job If the printer does not start printing, the print job data cancelled or failed may be remaining. Delete the undesired print job by using the Canon IJ Status Monitor. Display the Canon IJ Status Monitor Click the Status Monitor button displayed on the Task Bar.

  • Page 450: Updating The Printer Driver

    Updating the Printer Driver Page 450 of 541 pages > Appendix > Updating the Printer Driver Advanced Guide Updating the Printer Driver Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Uninstalling the Printer Driver Before Installing the Printer Driver Installing the Printer Driver Page top...

  • Page 451: Obtaining The Latest Printer Driver

    Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Page 451 of 541 pages > Appendix > Updating the Printer Driver Advanced Guide > Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver By updating the printer driver to the latest version of the printer driver, unresolved problems may be solved.

  • Page 452: Step

    Uninstalling the Printer Driver Page 452 of 541 pages > Appendix > Updating the Printer Driver > Uninstalling the Printer Driver Advanced Guide Uninstalling the Printer Driver The printer driver you no longer use can be deleted. When deleting the printer driver, first exit all programs that are running. The procedure to delete the unnecessary printer driver is as follows: If There is an Uninstaller Start the uninstaller...
  • Page 453 Uninstalling the Printer Driver Page 453 of 541 pages Click OK. The deletion of the printer driver is complete. Important You may not be able to delete the printer driver properly from the Installed printer drivers list. If this happens, restart your computer, and try again. Page top...

  • Page 454: Before Installing The Printer Driver

    Before Installing the Printer Driver Page 454 of 541 pages > Appendix > Updating the Printer Driver Advanced Guide > Before Installing the Printer Driver Before Installing the Printer Driver This section describes the items that you should check before installing the printer driver. You should also refer to this section if the printer driver cannot be installed.

  • Page 455: Installing The Printer Driver

    Installing the Printer Driver Page 455 of 541 pages > Appendix > Updating the Printer Driver > Installing the Printer Driver Advanced Guide Installing the Printer Driver You can access our web site through the Internet and download the latest Printer Driver for your model. The procedure for installing the downloaded Printer Driver is as follows: Turn off the printer Important...
  • Page 456 Before uninstalling the on-screen manuals, exit all on-screen manuals that are opening. All of the installed on-screen manuals will be deleted at the same time. Click Start > All Programs (Programs in Windows 2000) > Canon XXX Manual (where " XXX " is your printer's name) > Uninstall.

  • Page 457: Transporting The Printer

    Transporting the Printer Page 457 of 541 pages > Appendix Advanced Guide > Transporting the Printer Transporting the Printer When relocating the printer, pack the printer using the original packing materials. If you do not have the original packing materials, pack the printer carefully using protective material and place it inside a sturdy box.

  • Page 458: Step

    Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) Page 458 of 541 pages > Appendix Advanced Guide > Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box (Windows) The printer driver setup window can be displayed through the application software in use or the Start menu of the Windows.
  • Page 459 Opening the Page Setup and Print Dialog Box (Macintosh) Page 459 of 541 pages > Appendix > Opening the Page Setup and Print Dialog Box (Macintosh) Advanced Guide Opening the Page Setup and Print Dialog Box (Macintosh) You can open the Page Setup dialog box and the Print dialog box from the application program you are using.
  • Page 460 > Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Advanced Guide Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) To open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, follow the procedure below. In Mac OS X v.10.5.x Select System Preferences on the Apple menu.
  • Page 461 Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh) Page 461 of 541 pages Select Applications on the Go menu. Double-click the Utilities folder, and then double-click the Printer Setup Utility icon. The Printer List opens. Select your printer's name in the Name list and click Utility.

  • Page 462: Sharing The Printer On A Network

    In case an error occurred when a document is printed by the client system to a shared printer, the error message of Canon IJ Status Monitor will be displayed both on the client system and the print server system. For regular printing, Canon IJ Status Monitor will be displayed only on the client system.

  • Page 463: Settings On Print Server

    Settings on Print Server Page 463 of 541 pages > Appendix > Advanced Guide Sharing the Printer on a Network > Settings on Print Server Settings on Print Server To use a printer in a network, set printer sharing on the print server system. The procedure for setting up the print server systems is as follows: Install the printer driver on the print server system For details on installation instructions, refer to the "Install the Software"...

  • Page 464: Settings On Client Pc

    Settings on Client PC Page 464 of 541 pages > Appendix > > Settings on Client PC Advanced Guide Sharing the Printer on a Network Settings on Client PC After setting up the print server system, set up the client system. The procedure for setting up the client systems is as follows: In Windows Vista Install the printer driver on the client systems...
  • Page 465 Settings on Client PC Page 465 of 541 pages Add a printer Select A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer (Windows XP) or Network printer (Windows 2000), then click Next. On the Specify a Printer window (Windows XP) or Locate Your Printer window (Windows 2000), click Next and then search for the print server system.

  • Page 466: Restrictions On Printer Sharing

    In this case, check Enable bidirectional support check box on both the print server system and the client system. When you print from a client system, you cannot use Canon IJ Preview. If the functions on the Maintenance tab cannot be set properly from a client system, they may be grayed out.
  • Page 467 Using Easy-PhotoPrint EX Page 467 of 541 pages > Using Easy-PhotoPrint EX Advanced Guide Using Easy-PhotoPrint EX --- Transforming Your Photos into Creative Works of Art --- Easy-PhotoPrint EX allows you to create albums, calendars and stickers easily using photos taken with digital cameras.
  • Page 468 Using Easy-PhotoPrint EX Page 468 of 541 pages CHECK! Select Album to add text and frames. You cannot decorate photos with Photo Print. Create a Calendar Using Your Favorite Photos Create calendars easily with Easy-PhotoPrint EX. Create your own calendar using your favorite photos! It'll be exciting to turn the calendar pages.
  • Page 469 Advanced Guide About Solution Menu Quick Shortcut!! Solution Menu Solution Menu is a menu window that provides quick access from your desktop to Canon applications, manuals, and online product information. Important The number and types of buttons displayed in the window may vary depending on your printer and region.

  • Page 470: Step

    About Solution Menu Page 470 of 541 pages Starting an Application Point to a button on the window to display the description of each application. By clicking each button, the introduced application starts. Follow the same steps to view the manuals or online product information. Important Internet connection is required to access the online information.
  • Page 471 Adjusting Colors Flexibly on a Digital Camera before Printing This section explains the advanced functions that can be customized on PictBridge-compatible Canon digital cameras. Printing in Grayscale This section explains how to print digital photos in grayscale from Easy- PhotoPrint Pro and from other applications by utilizing your printer's performance.
  • Page 472 Printer-based Digital Photo Printing Page 472 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide Digital Photo Printing Guide > Printer-based Digital Photo Printing Printer-based Digital Photo Printing Printing Photos from Digital Photo Data Essential Basics of Color Management Page top...
  • Page 473 Printing Photos from Digital Photo Data Page 473 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printer-based Digital Photo Printing > Printing Photos from Digital Photo Data Printing Photos from Digital Photo Data Digital photo data can only be transformed into photos after being transferred to a computer and printed using a printer.
  • Page 474 Printing Photos from Digital Photo Data Page 474 of 541 pages not need to have it adjusted/corrected by anyone else since you can edit it yourself on a computer. In other words, by using a digital camera, you can check and complete all processes from taking the picture to printing it, and you can convert a picture in your mind into reality as you wish.
  • Page 475 Printing Photos from Digital Photo Data Page 475 of 541 pages If you open data in an application and print it with an incorrect ICC profile, the printed photo will not be what you want. Follow the link below to learn about the procedures for checking opened data type and for specifying an ICC profile.

  • Page 476: What Is Color Management

    Essential Basics of Color Management Page 476 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printer-based Digital Photo Printing > Essential Basics of Color Management Essential Basics of Color Management This section explains the basics of color management that will help you maximize your printer's performance and create rewarding work of art (in photographic form).
  • Page 477 Essential Basics of Color Management Page 477 of 541 pages (3) For printers, the images converted to a common color space are converted to RGB values via the printer output profile in accordance with the printer driver's characteristics. MEMO Are the monitor settings and usage environment appropriate? The monitor settings and usage environment are important factors for correct color management.
  • Page 478 Essential Basics of Color Management Page 478 of 541 pages Easy-PhotoPrint Pro. Ambient light correction is a function that reduces the differences in the way images appear depending on the place where they are viewed, displayed or exhibited. You can print in color tones suitable for each lighting condition.
  • Page 479 Essential Basics of Color Management Page 479 of 541 pages allows you to maximize your printer's performance. For example, compare the two photos below. You should be able to tell the color difference between the cobalt blue seas. Color differences are distinct in Adobe RGB when subjects have vivid, highly saturated gamut.
  • Page 480 Utilizing Characteristics of Compressed Data Check2 How can I print sRGB images using the color correction function of the driver? You can print sRGB images in popular color tones with Canon Digital Photo Color using the color correction function of the driver.

  • Page 481: Printing From Computers

    Case 1 Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space Case 2 Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images Case 3 Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones Case 4 Printing According to the Lighting in the Viewing Environment Printing from Other Applications...
  • Page 482 Overview of Printing from Computers Page 482 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers > Overview of Printing from Computers Overview of Printing from Computers This section explains the operational flows of printing from computers. Follow the procedure based on your application, image type and how you want to print.
  • Page 483 Overview of Printing from Computers Page 483 of 541 pages Next Page top...
  • Page 484 Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Page 484 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers > Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Which application do you want to print from? Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro...
  • Page 485 Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Page 485 of 541 pages Detailed Operations When you want to print by utilizing the color space of the source ICC profile (Adobe RGB or sRGB)
  • Page 486 Photo Professional and print the resulting images Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro (Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images) When you want to print sRGB images in popular color tones using Canon Digital Photo Color Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro (Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones)
  • Page 487 Printing from Other Applications Page 487 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers > Printing from Other Applications Which application do you want to print from? Printing from Other Applications Specifying an ICC Profile within the Application...
  • Page 488 Printing from Other Applications Page 488 of 541 pages...
  • Page 489 Printing from Other Applications Page 489 of 541 pages Detailed Operations When you want to print by utilizing the color space of the source ICC profile (Adobe RGB or sRGB) Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro (Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space) When you want to print edited/retouched images by specifying a profile Printing from Other Applications (Printing by Specifying an ICC Profile within the Application)
  • Page 490 Printing from Other Applications Page 490 of 541 pages Detailed Operations When you want to print by utilizing the color space of the source ICC profile (Adobe RGB or sRGB) Printing from Other Applications (Printing from Applications in which ICC Profiles Cannot be Set) When you want to edit/retouch sRGB images and print the resulting images...
  • Page 491 Page 491 of 541 pages Printing from Other Applications (Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images) When you want to print sRGB images in popular color tones using Canon Digital Photo Color Printing from Other Applications (Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones)
  • Page 492 The compression rate is the rate used to compress image data in JPEG format. With Canon digital cameras, the compression rate increases depending whether you use SuperFine, Fine, or Normal.
  • Page 493 Points to Check in the Digital Camera Settings Page 493 of 541 pages 3600 x 2400 (approx. 8.6 megapixels) A3/Legal or larger 3456 x 2304 (approx. 8.0 megapixels) 3072 x 2304 (approx. 7.0 megapixels) A3/Legal 3072 x 2048 (approx. 6.3 megapixels) From A4/Letter to sizes smaller than A3/Legal 2592 x 1944 (approx.
  • Page 494 Points to Check in the Digital Camera Settings Page 494 of 541 pages Check2 Adjust the contrast You can change gradations of captured images. Increase or decrease contrast to change their impressions. Source RAW image After contrast adjustment Utilizing Characteristics of Compressed Data Images captured with a digital camera are normally compressed and saved in JPEG format.

  • Page 495: Application Settings

    Points to Check in the Application Settings Page 495 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers > Points to Check in the Application Settings Points to Check in the Application Settings This section explains the points to check and the procedures in applications when specifying ICC profiles in applications other than Easy-PhotoPrint Pro, using Adobe Photoshop CS3 as an example.
  • Page 496 Printing from Other Applications (Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images) Printing from Other Applications (Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones) Printing with a Specific ICC Profile When you want to specify a custom profile, check that an input profile is set, select the item that allows the application to manage colors, then specify the custom profile.
  • Page 497 Points to Check in the Application Settings Page 497 of 541 pages MEMO Editing sRGB Images in Adobe RGB Color Space Follow these steps to edit/retouch an sRGB image in the Adobe RGB color space. You can edit/retouch in the Adobe RGB color space while preserving sRGB data colors. (1) Set the working space to Adobe RGB.
  • Page 498 Print result: Resulting image (edited/retouched sRGB image) printed Case 3 Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones Source image: sRGB Print result: sRGB image printed using Canon Digital Photo Color Case 4 Printing According to the Lighting in the Viewing Environment...
  • Page 499 Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Page 499 of 541 pages Source image: Adobe RGB or sRGB Print result: Image printed according to the selected lighting condition (appearance difference reduced) Previous Next Page top...
  • Page 500 Case 1 Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space Page 500 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro > Case 1 Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space Case 1 Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space Edit/retouch an image in an Easy-PhotoPrint Pro-compatible application and print it by utilizing the color space (Adobe RGB or sRGB) supported by the input ICC profile.
  • Page 501 You can also print with a specific profile by selecting one from the list. Normally select Auto. If a new ICC profile for Canon brand paper is added, download it and select it from the list. Checking the Application Settings (4) Select a method for Rendering Intent and click OK.
  • Page 502 Case 1 Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space Page 502 of 541 pages MEMO For details on printing procedures and other settings, refer to "Using Easy-PhotoPrint Pro" in the On-screen Manual: Advanced Guide Previous Next Page top...
  • Page 503 Case 2 Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images Page 503 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro > Case 2 Edit/ Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images Case 2 Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images Edit/retouch an sRGB image in an Easy-PhotoPrint Pro-compatible application and print the resulting image.
  • Page 504 Case 2 Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images Page 504 of 541 pages (3) Click OK. Printing (1) Set the Paper Size, Media Type and Layout. (2) Click Print. MEMO For details on printing procedures and other settings, refer to "Using Easy-PhotoPrint Pro" in the On-screen Manual: Advanced Guide Previous Next...
  • Page 505 Print sRGB images using Canon Digital Photo Color. Advice Canon Digital Photo Color allows you to print images in popular, beautiful color tones. This is achieved by producing high contrast with sharp, three-dimensional feel while reproducing the genuine colors of the original image.
  • Page 506 Case 3 Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones Page 506 of 541 pages Printing (1) Set the Paper Size, Media Type and Layout. (2) Click Print. MEMO For details on printing procedures and other settings, refer to "Using Easy-PhotoPrint Pro"...
  • Page 507 Case 4 Printing According to the Lighting in the Viewing Environment Page 507 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers Printing from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro > Case 4 Printing According to the Lighting in the Viewing Environment Case 4 Printing According to the Lighting in the Viewing Environment In Windows Vista, you can print using the ambient light correction function if you print from Easy-...
  • Page 508 Case 4 Printing According to the Lighting in the Viewing Environment Page 508 of 541 pages (4) Click OK. MEMO The selectable ambient lighting options include fluorescent lamps designed for color evaluation and other commercially available ones. For how to check the type of fluorescent lamp and details on the settings, refer to "Using Easy-PhotoPrint Pro"...

  • Page 509: Printing From Other Applications

    Printing from Other Applications Page 509 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers > Printing from Other Applications Printing from Other Applications This section explains how to print images from applications other than Easy-PhotoPrint Pro in Windows Vista.
  • Page 510 Print result: Resulting image (edited/retouched sRGB image) printed Case 5 Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones Source image: sRGB Application: Applications in which ICC profiles can/cannot be set Print result: sRGB image printed using Canon Digital Photo Color Previous Next Page top...
  • Page 511 Case 1 Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space Page 511 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers Printing from Other Applications > Case 1 Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space Case 1 Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space Print an edited/retouched image by utilizing the color space (Adobe RGB or sRGB) supported by the input ICC profile from an application other than Easy-PhotoPrint Pro in which input ICC...
  • Page 512 Case 1 Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space Page 512 of 541 pages Opening the Manual Color Adjustment Dialog Box (1) Select the Main tab. (2) Set the Media Type and Print Quality. (3) Click Manual for Color/Intensity. (4) Click Set... to the right of Manual. The Manual Color Adjustment dialog box appears.
  • Page 513 Case 1 Printing by Utilizing the Source Color Space Page 513 of 541 pages (3) Click OK. Printing Click Print. MEMO For details on printing procedures and other settings, refer to the On-screen Manual: Advanced Guide Previous Next Page top...
  • Page 514 Therefore, you can print using the color space of the source ICC profile (Adobe RGB or sRGB) by following the steps in Case 1 Follow these steps when using a custom profile or a new downloaded profile for Canon brand paper. Specifying an ICC Profile within an Application (1) Open the image you want to print in an application other than Easy-PhotoPrint Pro.
  • Page 515 Case 2 Printing by Specifying an ICC Profile within the Application Page 515 of 541 pages Opening the Manual Color Adjustment Dialog Box (1) Select the Main tab. (2) Set the Media Type and Print Quality. (3) Click Manual for Color/Intensity. (4) Click Set...
  • Page 516 Case 2 Printing by Specifying an ICC Profile within the Application Page 516 of 541 pages (3) Click OK. Printing Click Print. MEMO For details on printing procedures and other settings, refer to the On-screen Manual: Advanced Guide Previous Next Page top...
  • Page 517 Case 3 Printing from Applications in which ICC Profiles Cannot be Set Page 517 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers Printing from Other Applications > Case 3 Printing from Applications in which ICC Profiles Cannot be Set Case 3 Printing from Applications in which ICC Profiles Cannot be Print an image using the color space of the input ICC profile (Adobe RGB or sRGB) even when you cannot (or do not) identify/set input ICC profiles within an application other than Easy-...
  • Page 518 Case 3 Printing from Applications in which ICC Profiles Cannot be Set Page 518 of 541 pages (3) Click Manual for Color/Intensity. (4) Click Set... to the right of Manual. The Manual Color Adjustment dialog box appears. Setting the Color Correction and Input Profile (1) Select the Matching tab.
  • Page 519 Case 3 Printing from Applications in which ICC Profiles Cannot be Set Page 519 of 541 pages (4) Click OK. Printing Click Print. MEMO For details on printing procedures and other settings, refer to the On-screen Manual: Advanced Guide Previous Next Page top...
  • Page 520 Case 4 Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images Page 520 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing from Computers Printing from Other Applications > Case 4 Edit/ Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images Case 4 Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images Edit/retouch an sRGB image and print the resulting image.
  • Page 521 Case 4 Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images Page 521 of 541 pages Opening the Manual Color Adjustment Dialog Box (1) Select the Main tab. (2) Set the Media Type and Print Quality. (3) Click Manual for Color/Intensity. (4) Click Set...
  • Page 522 Case 4 Edit/Retouch sRGB Images and Print the Resulting Images Page 522 of 541 pages Printing Click Print. MEMO For details on printing procedures and other settings, refer to the On-screen Manual: Advanced Guide Previous Next Page top...
  • Page 523 Print an sRGB image using Canon Digital Photo Color. Advice Canon Digital Photo Color allows you to print images in popular, beautiful color tones. This is achieved by producing high contrast with sharp, three-dimensional feel while reproducing the genuine colors of the original image.
  • Page 524 Case 5 Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones Page 524 of 541 pages Opening the Manual Color Adjustment Dialog Box (1) Select the Main tab. (2) Set the Media Type and Print Quality. (3) Click Manual for Color/Intensity. (4) Click Set... to the right of Manual.
  • Page 525 Case 5 Printing with Canon's Unique Color Tones Page 525 of 541 pages Printing Click Print. MEMO For details on printing procedures and other settings, refer to the On-screen Manual: Advanced Guide Previous Page top...
  • Page 526 Adjusting Colors Flexibly on a Digital Camera before Printing Page 526 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide Digital Photo Printing Guide > Adjusting Colors Flexibly on a Digital Camera before Printing Adjusting Colors Flexibly on a Digital Camera before Printing Advanced Functions for Direct Printing from Your Camera Adjusting Colors before Printing...
  • Page 527 This section explains the advanced functions that can be customized on PictBridge-compatible Canon digital cameras. MEMO The following functions can only be customized when a Canon digital camera compatible with the advanced functions is connected to this printer. Color Mode Setting In Image Optimize (Print Effect), you can select one of five color modes (Natural, Natural M, Black/ White, Cool tone and Warm tone).
  • Page 528 Advanced Functions for Direct Printing from Your Camera Page 528 of 541 pages Cool tone Photos are printed in grayscale with a cool bluish tint. Warm tone Photos are printed in grayscale with a warm reddish tint. Next Page top...
  • Page 529 Adjusting Colors before Printing Page 529 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Adjusting Colors Flexibly on a Digital Camera before Printing > Adjusting Colors before Printing Adjusting Colors before Printing Select Natural M in Image Optimize (Print Effect) to print in the specified color. Customizing Brightness and Adjust levels Select Natural M in Image Optimize (Print Effect) to customize Brightness, Adjust levels, Face brightener and Red-eye corr.
  • Page 530 Adjusting Colors before Printing Page 530 of 541 pages Manual Specify the darkest (blackest) and brightest (whitest) parts and adjust the luminance to the desired level. Face brightener Brightens dark faces caused by bright backgrounds. Red-eye corr. (Red-eye correction) Corrects red eyes in images caused by camera flashes. Customizing Contrast, Saturation, Color tone and Color balance After selecting Natural M in Image Optimize (Print Effect), you can customize Contrast, Saturation, Color tone and Color balance in Detail set..
  • Page 531 Adjusting Colors before Printing Page 531 of 541 pages colors of the darkest (blackest) part, gray axis and brightest (whitest) part. + (+ adjustment) Makes skin tones yellower. - (- adjustment) Makes skin tones redder. Standard Color Balance Adjustment You can adjust the colors of the entire image by shifting midtone colors, without changing the colors of the darkest (blackest) and brightest (whitest) parts.
  • Page 532 Adjusting Colors before Printing Page 532 of 541 pages Page top...

  • Page 533: Printing In Grayscale

    Printing in Grayscale Page 533 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide Digital Photo Printing Guide > Printing in Grayscale Printing in Grayscale Printing Digital Photos in Grayscale Printing Grayscale Photos from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Printing Grayscale Photos from Other Applications Page top...
  • Page 534 Printing Digital Photos in Grayscale Page 534 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing in Grayscale > Printing Digital Photos in Grayscale Printing Digital Photos in Grayscale This printer allows you to print full-color digital photos in grayscale. For more details, refer to "Printing Grayscale Photos from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro"...
  • Page 535 Printing Digital Photos in Grayscale Page 535 of 541 pages Printing Procedures Printing Grayscale Photos from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Printing Grayscale Photos from Other Applications Next Page top...
  • Page 536 Printing Grayscale Photos from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Page 536 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing in Grayscale > Printing Grayscale Photos from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Printing Grayscale Photos from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro This section explains how to print digital camera photos in grayscale using Easy-PhotoPrint Pro, an application supplied with this printer, after opening (then editing/retouching) them in Adobe Photoshop CS/Adobe Photoshop CS2/Adobe Photoshop CS3/Adobe Photoshop Elements 6 or Digital Photo Professional.
  • Page 537 Printing Grayscale Photos from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Page 537 of 541 pages MEMO In Digital Photo Professional, click File > Plug-in printing > Print with Easy- PhotoPrint Pro to start Easy-PhotoPrint Pro. Opening the Color Adjustment Dialog Box (1) Click Grayscale Photo. (2) In the Printer Settings window, click Color Adjustment..
  • Page 538 Printing Grayscale Photos from Easy-PhotoPrint Pro Page 538 of 541 pages (2) Click OK. Printing (1) Set the Paper Size, Media Type and Layout. memo White streaks may appear at the top and bottom edges of printed grayscale photos. In that case, print with a 45 mm (1.77 inch) or more margin at the top and bottom edges.
  • Page 539 Printing Grayscale Photos from Other Applications Page 539 of 541 pages Digital Photo Printing Guide > Digital Photo Printing Guide Printing in Grayscale > Printing Grayscale Photos from Other Applications Printing Grayscale Photos from Other Applications This section explains how to print grayscale photos from applications other than Easy-PhotoPrint Pro.
  • Page 540 Printing Grayscale Photos from Other Applications Page 540 of 541 pages The Print Settings screen of the printer driver appears. Setting Grayscale Printing (1) Select the Main tab. (2) Set the Media Type and Print Quality. (3) Click Grayscale Printing. Setting the Color Correction (1) Click Manual for Color/Intensity.
  • Page 541 Printing Grayscale Photos from Other Applications Page 541 of 541 pages Photos are printed as if they had been taken with black and white film. Cool side Photos are printed in grayscale with a cool bluish tint. Warm side Photos are printed in grayscale with a warm reddish tint. (4) Click OK.

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