Page 1: Table Of Contents
Large Format Printer User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Printing enlargements or reductions ........63 Printing at full size ..............74 Borderless Printing ..............84 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes ..... 93 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet ........105 Centering originals ..............
Page 2 Contents Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets .......................... 20 Turning the Printer On and Off ............................21 Loading and Printing on Rolls ............................... 22 Loading and Printing on Sheets ............................25 Printing in Windows ................................... 26 Printing from Mac OS ................................
Page 3 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) ......................79 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS) ......................81 Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size ......................84 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ........85 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ................
Page 4 Windows Software Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ................................150 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ........................... 152 Confirming Print Settings ..............................153 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ....................153 Using Favorites ..................................154 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................. 156 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu ..........
Page 5 Changing the Object Overlapping Order ........................208 Pasting a Copied or Cut Object ............................209 Folded Duplex Window ................................210 Finished Size Settings Dialog Box ............................. 211 Binding Settings Dialog Box ..............................212 Prints using Folded Duplex ..............................212 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ..................
Page 6 Store Print History to Print Preferences ......................268 Delete Print History ..............................270 Export Print History from Print Preferences ....................272 Import Print History to Print Preferences ......................273 Delete Print History from Print Preferences ....................274 Set Information to Print with Image ........................275 Layout Plug-In for Photoshop About the Layout Plug-In ..............................
Page 7 Preview Main Window ................................338 Paper Settings Panel ................................341 Easy Settings ..................................342 Advanced Settings ................................343 Output Settings Panel ................................344 Color Settings Panel ................................346 Color Adjustment ................................347 Gray Adjustment ................................349 Matching ....................................350 Driver Matching Mode ............................... 352 ICC Matching Mode ..............................
Page 8 Easy Settings ..................................391 Advanced Settings ................................392 Output Settings Panel ................................393 Color Settings Panel ................................395 Driver Matching Mode ..............................396 ICC Matching Mode ................................396 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER ............ 397 Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional ............
Page 9 Layout Plug-In Main Window ............................... 452 Add Canvas Size dialog box ..............................454 Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame ............... 455 Handling and Use of Paper Paper Types of Paper ................................... 458 Paper Sizes ....................................458 Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper ..............
Page 10 Compatible Paper ................................532 Add Custom Paper ................................532 Delete Custom Paper ............................... 538 Edit Custom Paper ................................539 Export Custom Media Information ..........................540 Import Custom Media Information ..........................540 Warnings ....................................541 Checking the update ................................543 Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS) The Features of Media Configuration Tool ........................
Page 11 Optional accessories Roll Holder Set ................................... 620 Media Take-up Unit .................................. 620 Network Setting Network Environment Network Environment ................................624 Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI ..................................627 Initial Settings Configuring the IP Address on the Printer ........................629 Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel ................. 629 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands ..............
Page 12 Configuring Unit Costs in Accounting Manager ......................662 Setting the Unit Cost for Ink ............................663 Setting the Unit Cost for Paper ........................... 664 Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper ................665 Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager ................ 666 Automatically Acquiring Print Job Logs at Regular Intervals ................
Page 13 Managing Colors Using Printer Sensors ........................733 Color Calibration Using the Printer Sensor ......................735 Adjustment Types of Color Calibration ........................... 737 Color Calibration Management Console (Windows) Features of Color Calibration Management Console ....................740 Installation Procedure ................................741 Uninstallation Procedure ............................... 744 Startup ......................................
Page 14 Maintenance and Consumables Ink Tanks Ink Tanks ...................................... 806 Replacing Ink Tanks ................................. 806 Checking Ink Tank Levels ..............................815 When to Replace Ink Tanks ..............................816 Printheads Printhead ...................................... 817 Checking for Nozzle Clogging ............................. 817 Cleaning the Printhead ................................818 Replacing the Printhead ................................
Page 15 The surface of the paper is dirty ............................865 The back side of the paper is dirty ..........................865 Immediately after borderless printing, the trailing edge margin is soiled during regular printing ........866 Printed colors are inaccurate .............................. 866 Banding in different colors occurs ...........................
Page 16 Paper position not suitable for borderless printing....................892 Messages regarding ink Ink insufficient................................... 893 No ink left....................................893 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected..................893 Close Ink Tank Cover ................................893 Ink tank is empty..................................893 Not much ink is left.
Page 17 Specifications Printer Specifications Specifications ..................................... 906 Print Area ..................................... 907 Appendix Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ................................... 910 Legal Notices ....................................912 Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer ................................. 914 About This User Manual ................................ 914 Disposal of the product WEEE Directive ..................................
Page 19: User's Guide
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure ................20 Canceling print jobs ................28 Pausing Printing .................. 31 Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management...
Page 20: Printing Procedure
Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets iPF8400S Printing procedure Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets ....................... 20 Turning the Printer On and Off ..........................21 Loading and Printing on Rolls ............................. 22 Loading and Printing on Sheets ..........................25 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) .................
Page 21: Turning The Printer On And Off
Press the Power button to turn on the printer. The printer will now start up. After the Display Screen shows the Canon logo, "Start- ing up... Please wait." is displayed. The Power Lamp is lit when the printer finishes starting up, and the printer is now in Standby.
Page 22: Loading And Printing On Rolls
Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF8400S • Starting the printer when it is connected via the USB cable to a Macintosh computer that is off may cause the computer to start up at the same time. To prevent this, disconnect the USB cable before starting the printer. Connecting the printer Important to the computer via a USB hub may solve this issue.
Page 23 Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF8400S Turn the printer on. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") P.21 ➔ Load the roll on the Roll Holder. (See "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls.") P.469 ➔ Load the roll in the printer. (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.")
Page 24 Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF8400S • When printing without borders, definitely set the blue Switch on the platen to the ● side. If the switch is set incorrectly, print quality may deteriorate. (See "Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen.") P.868...
Page 25: Loading And Printing On Sheets
Loading and Printing on Sheets iPF8400S Send the print job. Printing in Windows • P.26 ➔ Printing from Mac OS • P.27 ➔ The printer now starts printing the print job. Loading and Printing on Sheets Loading and Printing on Sheets These are the basic steps for loading sheets and then printing.
Page 26: Printing In Windows
Printing in Windows iPF8400S Load the sheet. (See "Loading Sheets in the Print- er.") P.492 ➔ Start printing. Printing in Windows Printing in Windows Print from the application menu. • We recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may inter- rupt the transfer of print data and affect printing quality.
Page 27: Printing From Mac Os
Printing from Mac OS iPF8400S Printing from Mac OS Printing from Mac OS Print from the application menu after registering the printer. • We recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may inter- rupt the transfer of print data and affect printing quality.
Page 28: Canceling Print Jobs
Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel iPF8400S Canceling print jobs Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel ....................... 28 Canceling Print Jobs from Windows ........................28 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS .......................... 29 Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel To cancel printing or reception of print jobs, press the Stop button on the Control Panel.
Page 29: Canceling Print Jobs From Mac Os
Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS iPF8400S Right-click the job to cancel and select Cancel. If the job to cancel is not shown in the printer window (that is, if the print data has already been received by the printer), double-click the taskbar icon to display imagePROGRAF Status Monitor.
Page 30 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS iPF8400S Click Pause Printer to stop printing. If there are no jobs in the printer window that can be canceled, (that is, if the print data has already been sent to the printer), click Utility to display image- PROGRAF Printmonitor.
Page 31: Pausing Printing
Pausing Printing iPF8400S Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing During printing, if you set Pause Print in the Control Panel menu to On, printing is stopped at that point and the printer enters a state in which printing is paused. (See "Control Panel Display.") P.576...
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Page 33: Enhanced Printing Options
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Choosing Paper for Printing ..............34 Printing Photos and Office Documents ..........35 Adjusting Images ................. 51 Printing enlargements or reductions ............ 63 Printing at full size ................74 Borderless Printing ................84 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes .........
Page 34: Choosing Paper For Printing
Select the appropriate media type from the printer control panel or printer driver to match the paper loaded in the printer. The appropriate media type differs between the case of genuine Canon paper or Canon feed confirmed paper and the case of paper other than Canon feed confirmed paper. Select the media type by following the de- scription below.
Page 35: Printing Photos And Office Documents
Printing Photos and Images iPF8400S Printing Photos and Office Documents Printing Photos and Office Documents Printing Photos and Images ............................35 Printing Photos and Images (Windows) ......................36 Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS) ......................37 Printing from Photoshop ............................... 39 Printing Adobe RGB Images (Windows) ......................
Page 36: Printing Photos And Images (Windows)
➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glos- sy Paper 2 280. In the Media Type, choose the type of paper used for printing, such as Glossy Paper, Canon Coated Paper, and so on.
Page 37: Printing Photos And Images (Mac Os)
This topic describes how to print photos based on the following example. Document: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll paper • Paper type: Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280 • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • User's Guide...
Page 38 Print from the application software menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glos- sy Paper 2 280. Make sure the paper you select is loaded in the printer.
Page 39: Printing From Photoshop
Printing from Photoshop iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) is selected.
Page 40: Printing Adobe Rgb Images (Windows)
Document: Adobe RGB image created in Photoshop • Page Size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280 • Roll Paper Width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • • In Photoshop, select no color-matching.
Page 41 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glos- sy Paper 2 280. Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode.
Page 42 Printing Adobe RGB Images (Windows) iPF8400S Click Color Settings to display the Color Settings dia- log box. Click the Matching tab to display the Matching sheet. Matching Mode, click Driver Matching Mode. Color Space, click Adobe RGB. Click OK to close the Color Settings dialog box.
Page 43: Printing Adobe Rgb Images (Mac Os)
In the Color Handling list, click Printer Manages Colors. Click Print. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glos- sy Paper 2 280. User's Guide...
Page 44 Printing Adobe RGB Images (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Select the print quality in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the type of paper.
Page 45: Printing Office Documents
Printing Office Documents iPF8400S Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.321 ➔ Note Printing Office Documents Printing Office Documents By selecting Office Document from Easy Settings of the printer driver, you can easily configure settings for print- ing office documents.
Page 46: Printing Office Documents (Mac Os)
Printing Office Documents (Mac OS) iPF8400S After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, click Office Document in the Print Target list. • You can check the settings values selected in the Print Target list by clicking View Settings. Note Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 47 Printing Office Documents (Mac OS) iPF8400S This sets the Format for and Paper Size. The configuration method varies depending on the OS • and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attrib- utes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 48: Using Posterartist To Compose Originals
Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Click Cut Sheet in the Paper Source list. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the orig- inal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4 - for Paper Tray (Large Margins).
Page 49 Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals iPF8400S Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click in the Edit Using PosterArtist in the Page Layout list. •...
Page 50 Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals iPF8400S Choose the page to load in PosterArtist. Edit and rearrange the image in the PosterArtist window as desired. Without closing the PosterArtist window, repeat steps 1-8 to arrange originals from multiple applications on the same page.
Page 51: Adjusting Images
Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver iPF8400S Adjusting Images Adjusting Images Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ....................... 51 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) ................52 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) .................. 55 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing ............
Page 52: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Windows)
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF8400S Matching Mode Description Remarks Driver Matching Mode Enables printing of optimal color tones us- You should normally select this mode. ing a driver specific color profile. ICC Matching Mode Enables color matching using ICC profiles.
Page 53 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF8400S Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Print- er Driver Dialog Box from Applications .") P.156 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed.
Page 54 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF8400S On the Color Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Cyan Magenta Yellow Adjust the gray tone.
Page 55: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Mac Os)
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) iPF8400S Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to fine- tune the color tone of photos before printing.
Page 56 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Color in the Color Mode list. Click Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired.
Page 57: Giving Priority To Particular Graphic Elements And Colors For Printing
Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Confirm the settings of Paper Source and Page Size. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ."...
Page 58 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing iPF8400S Print Quality (*1) Description Print Priority Standard Printing takes less time than in Highest or High Proof mode. Fast Choose this setting to print faster. Image Printing in draft mode can help you work more effi- Line Drawing/Text ciently when checking layouts.
Page 59: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Windows)
Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) iPF8400S Setting Item Description Economy Printing When this mode is selected, the quality is diminished from that of regular printing, however less ink is consumed. Select this mode if you want to conserve ink when printing to check drawings, for example.
Page 60 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) iPF8400S Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Click High (600dpi) in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the type of paper.
Page 61: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Mac Os)
Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) iPF8400S Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how print photographic images in monochrome.
Page 62 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Click High (600dpi) in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type.
Page 63: Printing Enlargements Or Reductions
Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size iPF8400S Printing enlargements or reductions Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size ......................63 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ................63 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ........................65 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ..................
Page 64 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) iPF8400S Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) • Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications .")
Page 65: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width
Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width iPF8400S Click ISO A3 in the Paper Size list. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.153 ➔ Note Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired.
Page 66 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) iPF8400S Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the printing application in the Print Target list.
Page 67: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os)
Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) iPF8400S Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not displayed on the Page Setup sheet, clear the Bor- Note derless Printing check box. Click Fit Roll Paper Width.
Page 68 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) iPF8400S Select the printer in the Printer list. In the Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu.
Page 69: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value
Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value iPF8400S Make sure the Page Size setting matches the orig- inal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box.
Page 70 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) iPF8400S Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) • Paper: Roll paper • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) •...
Page 71: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value (Mac Os)
Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) iPF8400S In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click ISO A4 in the Paper Size list.
Page 72 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) iPF8400S This sets the Format for and Paper Size. The configuration method varies depending on the OS • and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attrib- utes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 73 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm) is selected.
Page 74: Printing At Full Size
Printing on Oversize Paper iPF8400S Printing at full size Printing at full size Printing on Oversize Paper ............................74 Printing at Full Size (Windows) ..........................75 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) ..........................76 Borderless Printing at Actual Size ..........................78 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) ....................
Page 75: Printing At Full Size (Windows)
Printing at Full Size (Windows) iPF8400S Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) • P.76 ➔ Printing at Full Size (Windows) Printing at Full Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) Document: Any Type •...
Page 76: Printing At Full Size (Mac Os)
Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click Oversize - ISO A4 in the Page Size list. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm).
Page 77 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) iPF8400S Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 78: Borderless Printing At Actual Size
Borderless Printing at Actual Size iPF8400S Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.321 ➔ Note Borderless Printing at Actual Size Borderless Printing at Actual Size Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos or images) without a surrounding margin, or border.
Page 79: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Windows)
Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • Create the original in the source application 3 mm (0.12 in) larger on each side than 254.0×304.8 mm (10 ×...
Page 80 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) iPF8400S Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 81: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Mac Os)
Document: Any type • Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)–Borderless • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • User's Guide...
Page 82 Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 83 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS) iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) is selected.
Page 84: Borderless Printing
Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size iPF8400S Borderless Printing Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size ....................84 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ......85 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ..............87 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ........
Page 85: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Match The Paper Size (Windows)
Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size.
Page 86 P.156 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. •...
Page 87: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width
Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width iPF8400S Select the Borderless Printing check box to dis- play the Information dialog box. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, click 10-in. Roll (254.0mm).
Page 88: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Windows)
Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • User's Guide...
Page 89 P.156 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. •...
Page 90: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os)
Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • User's Guide...
Page 91 Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 92 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width.
Page 93: Printing Banners Or At Other Non-Standard Sizes
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) iPF8400S Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) ..............93 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) ........94 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing;...
Page 94: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows)
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF8400S Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) By automatic enlargement of a document created with an application software by the printer driver, you can print maximum 18.0 m vertical or horizontal banners.
Page 95 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF8400S Click Add to add the paper size of My Horizontal Banner. Click OK to close the Paper Size Options dialog box. Close the printer driver dialog box. • Although you can even set Custom Size for the paper size, the maximum settable size is 3.2 m. The setting of Custom Size is disabled when you exit the application software.
Page 96 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF8400S Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size you registered, My Horizontal Banner. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. •...
Page 97: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac Os)
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) iPF8400S If printing is unsuccessful, you may be able to print after completing the following setting. On the Layout sheet, click Special Settings to display the Special Settings dialog box. In the FineZoom Settings list, click Yes.
Page 98 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) iPF8400S Register a Custom Paper Sizes This example describes how to register and print using a page size that is horizontally elongated and suitable for banners in either horizontal or vertical format.
Page 99: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes iPF8400S Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 100: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows)
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) iPF8400S • In Windows, although you can even set Custom Size for the paper size, the maximum settable size is 3.2 m. The setting of Custom Size is disabled when you exit the application software.
Page 101 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) iPF8400S Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Click Size Options to display the Paper Size Options dialog box. Enter a desired paper name in Custom Paper Size Name. 430 mm Square is used in this example.
Page 102: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac Os)
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) iPF8400S Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, select from the Print Target list.
Page 103 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) iPF8400S Call a non-standard paper size registered in the printer driver with Custom Paper Sizes . Once you register Custom Paper Sizes, you then can select it repeatedly from the paper size list.
Page 104 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) iPF8400S Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, select from the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 105: Tiling And Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other iPF8400S Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other ....................105 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) ..............106 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS) ............... 108 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously ........................
Page 106: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Windows)
Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) iPF8400S • Free Layout (Mac OS) Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine originals from multiple files—even multiple source applications—in a single-page layout. For instructions on arranging originals from multiple applications, refer to the following topics.
Page 107 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) iPF8400S Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click Free Layout in the Page Layout list. When you attempt to print, the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. (At this point, the document will not be printed yet.)
Page 108: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Mac Os)
Edit and rearrange the image in the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. • Without closing the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window, repeat steps 1 to 4 to arrange originals from multiple applications on the same page. Note For instructions on editing and rearranging images, refer to the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout help top- •...
Page 109: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows)
Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows) iPF8400S • Banner Printing • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. • When using Banner Printing, some of the settings are disabled, including Borderless Printing, Enlarge/Reduce Important Printing, and Layout.
Page 110: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac Os)
Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Click Roll Paper Options to display the Roll Paper Op- tions dialog box.
Page 111 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS) iPF8400S This sets the Format for and Paper Size. The configuration method varies depending on the OS • and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attrib- utes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 112: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the Paper Source list. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ."...
Page 113: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows)
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) iPF8400S Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) • P.113 ➔ Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) • P.114 ➔ Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) This topic describes how to print four pages of originals together on a single sheet based on the following example.
Page 114: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac Os)
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) iPF8400S Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application software. In this case, click ISO Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll...
Page 115 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) iPF8400S This sets the Format for and Paper Size. The configuration method varies depending on the OS • and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attrib- utes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 116 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) iPF8400S In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 117: Printing Posters In Sections
Printing Posters in Sections iPF8400S Printing Posters in Sections Printing Posters in Sections You can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assembling the printed sheets, you can create a poster larger than the maximum supported paper size of the printer.
Page 118 Printing Large Posters (Windows) iPF8400S In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Poster in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A2.
Page 119: Centering Originals
Printing Originals Centered on Rolls iPF8400S Centering originals Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls ........................119 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) ..................119 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) ................... 121 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets ........................123 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) ..................
Page 120 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) iPF8400S Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 121: Printing Originals Centered On Rolls (Mac Os)
Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ."...
Page 122 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) iPF8400S In the Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu.
Page 123: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets
Printing Originals Centered on Sheets iPF8400S Make sure the Page Size setting matches the orig- inal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 124 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) iPF8400S Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Print- er Driver Dialog Box from Applications .") P.156 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed.
Page 125: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets (Mac Os)
Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • If you have selected Cut Sheet as the paper source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size.
Page 126 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) iPF8400S Select the printer in the Printer list. In the Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4 - Cut Sheet. If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu.
Page 127 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) iPF8400S Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.321 ➔ Note •...
Page 128: Conserving Roll Paper
Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees iPF8400S Conserving roll paper Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees ................128 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows) ..........128 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) ..........129 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins ........
Page 129: Conserving Roll Paper By Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac Os)
Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) iPF8400S Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 130 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) iPF8400S Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) • Paper: Roll paper • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]) •...
Page 131: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width.
Page 132: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Windows)
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) iPF8400S • Printing without the top and bottom margins is not supported in the following cases. If you have chosen poster as the type of page layout Important •...
Page 133: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Mac Os)
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11").
Page 134 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) iPF8400S Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]) • This sets the Format for and Paper Size. The configuration method varies depending on the OS •...
Page 135 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width.
Page 136: Checking Images Before Printing
Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing iPF8400S Checking Images Before Printing Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing You can check the print layout on the preview screen.
Page 137: Other Useful Settings
Printing With Watermarks iPF8400S Other useful settings Other useful settings Printing With Watermarks ............................137 Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) ..........138 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation ..............139 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) ........140 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) ........
Page 138: Printing With Watermarks-Copy, File Copy, And So On (Windows)
Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) iPF8400S Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) • P.138 ➔ Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) This topic describes how to print with watermarks, based on the following example of printing with a FILE COPY watermark.
Page 139: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation iPF8400S Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application software. In this case, click ISO Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll...
Page 140: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Windows)
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) iPF8400S For instructions on specifying the original orientation before printing, refer to the following topics, as appropri- ate for your computer and operating system. Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) •...
Page 141: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Mac Os)
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11").
Page 142 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) iPF8400S This sets the Format for and Paper Size. The configuration method varies depending on the OS • and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page Attrib- utes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 143: Using Favorites
Using Favorites iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm) is selected.
Page 144: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing
Cutting Roll Paper After Printing iPF8400S Cutting Roll Paper After Printing Cutting Roll Paper After Printing Roll paper can be automatically cut after printing. • It may not be possible to cut certain types of paper, such as adhesive paper. For details on types of paper that cannot be used with the auto cut feature, see the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 145: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac Os)
Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click OK to close the Roll Paper Options dialog box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.153 ➔...
Page 146 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) iPF8400S Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
Page 147 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) iPF8400S To enable automatic cutting, click Printer Default in the Automatic Cutting list. If you prefer to cut the paper later yourself, click Print Cut Guideline. • If the automatic cut function has been deactivated on the printer, change the auto cut setting on the printer Control Panel.
Page 148 User's Guide...
Page 149: Windows Software
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Printer Driver ..................150 Preview ....................182 Free Layout ..................192 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ......... 214 Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional ....223 Layout Plug-In for Photoshop ............277 Print Plug-In for Office ...............
Page 150: Printer Driver
Printer Driver Settings iPF8400S Printer Driver Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ..............................150 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ......................... 152 Confirming Print Settings ............................153 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................153 Using Favorites ................................154 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ..............
Page 151 Printer Driver Settings iPF8400S You can specify the type of paper, color processing, print quality, print preview, and other settings. Choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the printing application or Advanced Settings to com- plete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 152: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver
Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver iPF8400S Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. • Always specify the same type and size of paper in the printer menu and printer driver.
Page 153: Confirming Print Settings
Confirming Print Settings iPF8400S If you have selected roll paper in Paper Source, select the width of the loaded roll in Roll Paper Width. • A variety of settings are available in the printer driver to suit different printing applications.
Page 154: Using Favorites
Using Favorites iPF8400S Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. Select the Open Preview When Print Job Starts check box. After you click OK, when you print a job, the image- PROGRAF Preview window will be displayed. • If PageComposer is running, access the Special Settings dialog box from the Layout sheet and clear Enable Preview Switching.
Page 155 Using Favorites iPF8400S Perform normal printing settings. The favorite is registered from here. Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. Click Add to display the Add dialog box. Enter a desired name in Name, such as Photos for Presentations or Monthly Report.
Page 156: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications iPF8400S Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. In the Favorites, choose the favorite you registered. • To import a favorite, click Import and specify the favorite file. Note Click Apply Favorite to replace the favorite settings with the current print settings.
Page 157: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From The Operating System Menu
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu iPF8400S Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the print- er driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. • The titles of dialog boxes may vary depending on the application, and sheets other than these six sheets may be displayed.
Page 158 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu iPF8400S Select the printer, and then display the printer proper- ties dialog box. Click Printing Preferences to display the Main(or Printing Preferences) dialog box, titled with the name of this printer.
Page 159: Main Sheet
Main Sheet iPF8400S Main Sheet Main Sheet The following settings are available on the Main sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help file. • On the Main sheet, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the particular printing application, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 160 Main Sheet iPF8400S Configuration using Easy Settings • Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Printing Photos and Images • P.35 ➔ Printing Office Documents • P.45 ➔ • Depending on the Media Type setting, some Print Target options may not be available.
Page 161: Paper Information On Printer Dialog Box
Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box iPF8400S Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing • P.57 ➔ • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing •...
Page 162: Drying Time
Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF8400S As for the items for which you can select Printer Default in this dialog box, you also can set them from the control panel of the printer. (See "Menu Settings.") P.591 ➔ Drying Time Specify the time that the printer waits for ink to dry, as needed.
Page 163: View Settings Dialog Box For The Printing Application
View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application iPF8400S Cut Speed Select the speed of automatic cutting, as needed. You can adjust this setting if paper is not cut well when automat- ic cutting is used. Setting Item Details Printer Default The setting of the control panel of the printer is applied.
Page 164: Color Adjustment Sheet: Color
Color Adjustment Sheet: Color iPF8400S Color Adjustment Sheet: Color Color Adjustment Sheet: Color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment sheet. • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings.
Page 165: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color
Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color iPF8400S • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver." P.51 ➔ Note Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color adjustment to.
Page 166 Matching Sheet iPF8400S Driver Matching Mode The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. • Matching Mode Select the color matching mode to use, as desired. Normally, select Driver Matching Mode. For color matching based on ICC profiles, select ICC Matching Mode or Host ICM Mode, depending on your color matching system.
Page 167 Specify the printer profile as desired. Normally, select Auto Settings. We recommend that you select an ICC profile created using commercially available profile creation software in order to perform color management accurately on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper.
Page 168: Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome
Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome iPF8400S Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings.
Page 169: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome
Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome iPF8400S • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver." P.51 ➔ Note Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color adjustment to.
Page 170: Page Setup Sheet
Page Setup Sheet iPF8400S • Sample Type The image at left is updated to reflect any changes you make to setting items on the sheet, enabling you to check the results of adjustment. • Sample List Select a sample image, as desired.
Page 171 Page Setup Sheet iPF8400S • Page Size Select the page size as specified in the source application. For details on available page sizes, see "Paper Sizes." P.458 ➔ • Borderless Printing Borderless printing is available if roll paper is selected in the Paper Source list.
Page 172 Page Setup Sheet iPF8400S For details on available paper sizes, see "Paper Sizes." P.458 ➔ • Orientation Choose the printing orientation. Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation • P.139 ➔ • Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) Activate this setting to rotate the document image by 90 degrees before printing.
Page 173: Output Method Dialog Box
Output Method Dialog box iPF8400S Output Method Dialog box Output Method Dialog box The Output Method dialog box allows you to select the Output Method and set the save settings when saving to the box. To display the Output Method dialog box, on the Page Setup sheet, click Output Method. (See "Page Setup •...
Page 174: Paper Size Options Dialog Box
Paper Size Options Dialog Box iPF8400S Paper Size Options Dialog Box Paper Size Options Dialog Box In the Paper Size Options dialog box, you can create and register your own Custom Paper Size. The sizes you define are listed with standard paper sizes for selection later as needed.
Page 175: Layout Sheet
Layout Sheet iPF8400S Layout Sheet Layout Sheet The following settings are available on the Layout sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • Page Layout Activate this setting to select a particular page layout. Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet •...
Page 176: Page Options Dialog Box
Page Options Dialog Box iPF8400S • Copies Enter the number of copies to print, in a range of 1–999. Reverse Order • Activate this option to print pages in reverse order. • Page Options Click to display the Page Options dialog box, which enables you to complete settings for printing the user name, date, or page number in the header or footer.
Page 177: Special Settings Dialog Box
Special Settings Dialog Box iPF8400S • If you specify the same position for multiple items, the items are printed from left to right in this order: date, user name, and page number. Note • When you print multiple pages per sheet using Page Layout Printing or similar functions, these items will be prin- ted for each page.
Page 178: Favorites Sheet
Favorites Sheet iPF8400S Favorites Sheet Favorites Sheet The following settings are available on the Favorites sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • Favorites Printing favorites you have created are listed with Default Settings favorites.
Page 179: Utility Sheet
Utility Sheet iPF8400S • Import Click to display the Open dialog box, which enables you to import favorite settings saved as a file. • Export Click to display the Save As dialog box, which enables you to save the favorite settings as a file.
Page 180: Support Sheet
On the Support sheet, you can view support information and the user's manual. • Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can find the latest information on the printer and con- sumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information. •...
Page 181: Device Settings Sheet
Device Settings Sheet iPF8400S Device Settings Sheet Device Settings Sheet Many settings items on the printer properties sheets are controlled by Windows applications. However, the Device Settings sheet is for configuring the printer, and it is an extension of the printer driver.
Page 182: Preview
The Features of Preview iPF8400S Preview Preview The Features of Preview ............................. 182 Starting Preview ................................182 Preview Main Window ..............................183 Dialog Area ..................................185 Enlarge/Reduce the screen display ........................186 Moving a Page ................................. 186 Using the ruler ................................. 186 Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees .......................
Page 183: Preview Main Window
Preview Main Window iPF8400S On the Print dialog box in the apllication software, click the Print button. Preview main window is displayed. Preview Main Window Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, preview and dialog area and status bar.
Page 184 Preview Main Window iPF8400S • Preview Area You can check the settings you made in this area. • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. For more information about Dialog Area, see "Dialog Area."...
Page 185: Dialog Area
Dialog Area iPF8400S Dialog Area Dialog Area You can select the layout and print on the center. • Media Type/Paper Source/Paper Size You can confirm the information that is set. • Layout Selection You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout.
Page 186: Enlarge/Reduce The Screen Display
Enlarge/Reduce the screen display iPF8400S • Update Printer Information Button Click the button to update the printer information with connecting to the printer. • Status Monitor Button Click the button to start Status Monitor. Enlarge/Reduce the screen display Enlarge/Reduce the screen display You can enlarge or reduce the screen display when you select Zoom from the View menu.
Page 187 Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees iPF8400S Setting Details Rotate 90 Degrees If Possible Rotates pages in portrait orientation 90 degrees before printing. Pages are only rotated if they can fit lengthwise across the roll. Use Driver Settings Follows printer driver settings when determining whether to rotate pages.
Page 188: Printing With Selecting The Layout
Printing with Selecting the Layout iPF8400S Printing with Selecting the Layout Printing with Selecting the Layout You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout. In Layout Selection, click the layout button to use. Button Details Upper Button Turn at the position of...
Page 189 Printing with Selecting the Layout iPF8400S • Right Button or Left Button can be selected only when the rotated pages can fit lengthwise across the roll. By clicking Right Button or Left Button, you can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper.
Page 190: Print On The Center
Print on the Center iPF8400S Print on the Center Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. Click the Center Originals Across Roll check box on. Click the Print button. Printing on the center begins.
Page 191: Not Print Spaces At The Top/Bottom
Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom iPF8400S Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom You can save paper on not to feed roll paper for the empty spaces when the print data contains spaces at the top or bottom.
Page 192: Free Layout
The Features of Free Layout iPF8400S Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ............................. 192 Starting Free Layout ..............................192 Free Layout Main Window ............................194 Detailed Settings ................................195 Preferences Dialog Box ............................... 195 Page Options Dialog Box ............................196 Zoom Dialog Box ................................
Page 193 Starting Free Layout iPF8400S From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. • Normally, select Print from the File menu. Note From the list, select the printer and select the Layout sheet.
Page 194: Free Layout Main Window
Free Layout Main Window iPF8400S Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and status bar. • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool and status bar.
Page 195: Detailed Settings
Detailed Settings iPF8400S • Status Bar This shows the paper size, unit of length, and number of objects. Detailed Settings Detailed Settings The printer driver opens when you select Detailed Settings from the File menu. The printer driver is used to con- figure basic settings to match the type of media loaded in the printer.
Page 196: Page Options Dialog Box
Page Options Dialog Box iPF8400S • You can input between 10.0 and 200.0(mm) (between 0.39 and 7.88(inch)). • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Divisions You can change the number of divisions of grid lines so that they serve as a guide to laying out objects.
Page 197: Zoom Dialog Box
Zoom Dialog Box iPF8400S The following settings are available for roll paper length. Setting Details Auto Settings The one-page length to be printed on roll paper is automatically set so that the laid-out objects are printed on one page. Manual Settings You can input the length of one page to print on roll paper in numerical characters.
Page 198: Format Dialog Box
Format Dialog Box iPF8400S Format Dialog Box Format Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Format from the Object menu after you select an object. Size Sheet You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format.
Page 199: Laying Out A Multiple-File Document On One Page
Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page iPF8400S Position Sheet You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format. Note • Object Position You can move the object position by changing the values.
Page 200 Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page iPF8400S Click Properties to open the Properties dialog box. In the Page Setup sheet, select Paper Source. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list.
Page 201: Laying Out A Document Created With Multiple Application Programs On One Page
Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF8400S Click the OK button to save the settings. In the Print dialog box, select the pages to print and the number of copies, and click the OK button.
Page 202 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF8400S Click Properties to open the Properties dialog box. In the Page Setup sheet, select Paper Source. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen.
Page 203 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF8400S Click the OK button to save the settings. In the Print dialog box, select the pages to print and the number of copies, and click the OK button.
Page 204: Selecting An Object
Selecting an Object iPF8400S Selecting an Object Selecting an Object When an object is selected, a select box (blue border) appears around the object. To select an object, click that object. • Note • To select multiple successive objects, click them while holding down the Shift key.
Page 205: Moving An Object
Moving an Object iPF8400S Place the pointer at a corner of the selection box around the object to show the arrow handle, and drag this handle to change the object size. Resizing by specifying a scaling value Select an object.
Page 206: Laying Out Objects Automatically
Laying out Objects Automatically iPF8400S Select Rotate Left 90 Degrees orRotate Right 90 Degrees from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may click on the Rotate check box in the Format Dialog Box then select Rotate P.198 ➔ Right or Rotate Left, and click the OK button.
Page 207 Aligning Objects iPF8400S • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the verti- cal center. • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bot- tom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left.
Page 208: Changing The Object Overlapping Order
Changing the Object Overlapping Order iPF8400S • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the Overlapping Order menu from the Object menu.
Page 209: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object
Pasting a Copied or Cut Object iPF8400S • Bring Forward Moves the object one position to the front. • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar.
Page 210: Folded Duplex Window
Folded Duplex Window iPF8400S Folded Duplex Window Folded Duplex Window This window is displayed if you select Folded Duplex from the Edit menu after selecting an object. Using the Fol- ded Duplex function allows you to print with fold lines added.
Page 211: Finished Size Settings Dialog Box
Finished Size Settings Dialog Box iPF8400S • Layout Area This allows you to check the arrangement and orientation of objects. • Status Bar This shows the paper source, roll paper width, and output size. Finished Size Settings Dialog Box Finished Size Settings Dialog Box This dialog box is displayed when you select Finished Size Settings from the Edit menu.
Page 212: Binding Settings Dialog Box
Binding Settings Dialog Box iPF8400S Binding Settings Dialog Box Binding Settings Dialog Box This is displayed when you select Binding Settings from theEdit menu. This allows you to configure the binding edge settings. • Binding Edge Configures the binding edge when folding paper.
Page 213 Prints using Folded Duplex iPF8400S Select Folded Duplex from the Edit menu of Free Layout. Open the Folded Duplex window and arrange the selected objects in the layout area. Open the Finished Size Settings dialog box from the Edit menu.
Page 214: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy
The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy iPF8400S Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ................214 Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ................... 214 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box ..................215 Hot Folder ..................................
Page 215: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box iPF8400S The Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dia- log box displays. If you click on the Add to Startup folder check box in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, the • icon of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility will appear on the task bar when starting Windows thereafter.
Page 216: Hot Folder
Hot Folder iPF8400S • Hot Folder The hot folder list appears. • Add Button Click the button to open the Easy Setup Wizard dialog box so that you can add a hot folder. • Edit Button From the Hot Folder list, select a hot folder and click the button to open the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box that allows you to edit the hot folder.
Page 217 Creating a New Hot Folder iPF8400S The Easy Setup Wizard dialog box displays. Click the Next button. Select the type of printer to use. Click the Next button. Select the media type to print. • If the Borderless Printing checkbox is checked, only media types that can be used for borderless printing are displayed in the list.
Page 218 Creating a New Hot Folder iPF8400S Select roll paper or cut sheet to print. Also, select the media size to print. Click the Next button. Select the color matching method. Click the Next button. To receive a document scanned with the Color imageRUNNER, you need to share a folder. Enter the folder shared name in Shared Name.
Page 219: Specifying An Existing Shared Folder As A Hot Folder
Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder iPF8400S Click Finish button to close the Easy Setup Wizard dialog box. The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy dialog box.
Page 220 Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder iPF8400S The Easy Setup Wizard dialog box displays. Click the Manual Settings button. The Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box displays. Enter the hot folder name in Name. Click the Browse botton, with selecting Specify a folder, to set the existing shared folder.
Page 221: Setting The Print Parameters
Setting the Print Parameters iPF8400S As necessary, set the print conditions in the hot fold- er. (See "Setting the Print Parameters.") P.221 ➔ Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Fold- er dialog box. The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy dialog box.
Page 222: Printing Enlargements Of Scanned Originals From A Color Imagerunner
Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER iPF8400S Refer to "Printer Driver" for details on the printer driver. P.150 ➔ • The only three sheets displayed are the Main sheet, the Page Setup sheet, and the Layout sheet. Some of the printer driver settings may be disabled.
Page 223: Print Plug-In For Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional
Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional ..........224 Installation Procedures ..............................224 Uninstall Procedures ..............................227 Starting from Photoshop ............................227 Starting from Digital Photo Professional ......................
Page 224: Features Of The Print Plug-In For Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional
Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional iPF8400S Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional The main features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional are as follows.
Page 225 Installation Procedures iPF8400S Select the printer model and click the Next button. Click the Install button corresponding to the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional you are using. • For 32-bit Windows • For 64-bit Windows • If a version of Photoshop supported by Print Plug-In for Photoshop is not installed, The application is not in- stalled.
Page 226 Installation Procedures iPF8400S Click Next button. After you have read the Licensing Agreement, select I accept the terms of the license agreement and click the Next button. Click Install button. User's Guide...
Page 227: Uninstall Procedures
Uninstall the Print Plug-In for Digital Photo Professional Select start in Control Panel menu. Select Programs and Features. Select Canon iPFxxxx Series Print Plug-In for Digital Photo Professional, then click Change/ Remove. iPFxxxx is the name of your printer. •...
Page 228: Starting From Digital Photo Professional
Starting from Digital Photo Professional iPF8400S Open the image that you wish to print. If required, select the print range. • Images for use with Print Plug-In for Photoshop are less than 60,000 pixels in width and height. Reduce the...
Page 229: Print Plug-In For Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main Window
Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main Window iPF8400S Select Plug-in printing from the File menu and then select the output plug-in that matches your printer. The imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In for Digital Photo Professional window (hereinafter referred to as the Print Plug-In window) is displayed.
Page 230 Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main Window iPF8400S • Sheet Selection Area The tabs used to switch between each sheet on the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional win- dow are displayed. When you select a tab, a sheet is displayed. The settings available on each sheet are as follows.
Page 231: Preview Area
Preview Area iPF8400S • Button Area This contains the buttons Print, Quit and Help. Print Button • Click this button to begin printing. Quit Button • Click this button to close the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main window and re- turn to application software.
Page 232: Main Sheet
Main Sheet iPF8400S Setting Details Image *When you click the image while the cursor is displayed as , the selected area is deselec- ted. Roll Paper Preview Display the media size and roll paper information on the top in the layout printing on roll paper.
Page 233 Main Sheet iPF8400S When you click the OK button after selecting the printer in the Select Printer dialog box, you can change the printer that corresponds with Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type.
Page 234 Main Sheet iPF8400S The following settings are available for the output profile. Setting Details Auto (Color) Performs the optimum color conversion from the input image data color space information (sRGB, Adobe RGB), media settings etc. You should normally select these settings.
Page 235: Page Setup Sheet
Page Setup Sheet iPF8400S For more information about Set Configuration, see "Set Configuration Dialog Box." P.245 ➔ • Defaults button Click the button to return all of the settings on the Main sheet to their defaults. Page Setup Sheet Page Setup Sheet You can use this sheet to set the size of the image to be printed, the media size, and whether to enlarge/reduce the image.
Page 236 Page Setup Sheet iPF8400S • When Paper Size is smaller than Output Image Size, part of the image may not print. Note • Paper Size You can select the size of the print media. • This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in Borderless Printing.
Page 237: Color Settings Sheet (Color)
Color Settings Sheet (Color) iPF8400S • Size Options Click the Size Options button to open the Size Options dialog box and you can select a media name, size and other settings. For more information about the size options, see "Size Options Dialog Box."...
Page 238: Color Settings Sheet (Monochrome)
Color Settings Sheet (Monochrome) iPF8400S For more information about Curves, see "Curves Dialog Box." P.248 ➔ • Defaults button Click the button to return all of the settings on the Color Settings sheet to their defaults. Color Settings Sheet (Monochrome)
Page 239: Print History Sheet
Print History Sheet iPF8400S • Adjustment pattern setting button When this button is clicked, the Adjustment pattern setting dialog box is displayed. The Adjustment pattern setting dialog box allows you to print an adjustment pattern with adjustment values that vary in steps up and down, and to select your preferred adjustment values.
Page 240: Support Sheet
Support Sheet iPF8400S Setting Details File Name Place a checkmark here to print the file name. Printed at Place a checkmark here to print the time and date. Color Adjustment Value Place a checkmark here to print the color adjustment value.
Page 241 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF8400S • Preview Area This area allows you to view adjustment pattern images side-by-side to check the state when changes to ad- justment values are applied. The adjustment values of the image enclosed in the blue frame in the center are used as the base values, with images arranged around this with the adjustment values varying in steps up and down from these base values.
Page 242 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF8400S (Swap) button • Rearranges the adjustment pattern with the Horizontal Axis and Vertical Axis adjustment items swap- ped. • Rotate 90 degrees Rotating the image may make it easier to conserve paper and compare images.
Page 243 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF8400S • Specify the Range of Images button When this button is clicked, the Specify the Range of Images dialog box is displayed for specifying the range of images. When you specify the range by using the mouse or other means and then click the OK button, the Specify the Range of Images dialog box closes and the specified image range is redisplayed as the adjustment pattern.
Page 244: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box
Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF8400S Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you click the Advanced Settings button on the Main Sheet. You can set Drying Time and Roll Paper Margin for Safety by media type.
Page 245: Set Configuration Dialog Box
Set Configuration Dialog Box iPF8400S • Calibration Value When calibration has been carried out on the printer, use this setting to choose whether or not to use the re- sults. Setting Details Printer Default The settings of the printer operating panel are applied.
Page 246: Icc Conversion Options Dialog Box
ICC Conversion Options dialog box iPF8400S Setting Details Bicubic Adjust pixels with calculation of elements such as a color or brightness of neighboring pixels. • Close Plug-in After Printing When you place a checkmark here, the plug-in closes after printing finishes.
Page 247: Roll Paper Options Dialog Box
Roll Paper Options Dialog Box iPF8400S The proof options consist of the following settings. Setting Details Simulate Paper Color Select this when performing paper color simulation. When this is on, Simulate Black Ink is automatically turned on and becomes grayed out.
Page 248: Curves Dialog Box
Curves Dialog Box iPF8400S • Paper Size Width Enter the width of the media size. Height Enter the height of the media size. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Add button Click the button to register the contents of the settings.
Page 249: Print History Details Dialog Box
Print History Details Dialog Box iPF8400S Print History Details Dialog Box Print History Details Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you click the Details button on the Print History Sheet. This controls print history. For more information about Print History Details, see "Utilize Print History."...
Page 250: Utilize Three Types Of Previews
Utilize Three Types of Previews iPF8400S • Settings Displays the print history settings selected from the Print History or Favorites. Setting Details Main When you select this the Main sheet settings are displayed. Page Setup When you select this the Page Setup sheet settings are displayed.
Page 251: Check The Original Image With Image
Check the original image with Image iPF8400S Check the original image with Image Check the original image with Image In the image preview you can check the entire image that you have input. Select Image in Preview. • When the cursor appears as a small magnifying glass...
Page 252: Print With A Desired Picture Quality
Print with a Desired Picture Quality iPF8400S Print with a Desired Picture Quality Print with a Desired Picture Quality You can specify and print at the resolution you desire. Display the Main sheet. Select the media set to the printer in Media Type.
Page 253: Adjust The Colors While Checking The Preview (For Color)
Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Color) iPF8400S Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) • P.254 ➔ Adjust the Colors by Color Matching • P.256 ➔ Print High-Quality Adobe RGB 16bit Images • P.257 ➔...
Page 254: Adjust The Colors While Checking The Preview (For Monochrome)
Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) iPF8400S Enter 120 in Input and 135 in Output then click the OK button. Click the Print button. The adjustments are reflected in the image and printing begins. Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) You can adjust the colors while checking the adjustments in the preview.
Page 255 Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) iPF8400S Select Auto (Monochrome Photo) in Output Pro- file. Open the Color Settings sheet. In Contrast, drag the slide bar toward Low. In Highlight, drag the slide bar toward Light. In Shadow, drag the slide bar toward Light.
Page 256: Adjust The Colors By Color Matching
Adjust the Colors by Color Matching iPF8400S Enter 120 in Input and 135 in Output then click the OK button. Click the Print button. This applies the image adjustments and starts the print job. Adjust the Colors by Color Matching...
Page 257: Print High-Quality Adobe Rgb 16Bit Images
Print High-Quality Adobe RGB 16bit Images iPF8400S Click the Print button. Printing begins with the output profile and matching method that you have set. Print High-Quality Adobe RGB 16bit Images Print High-Quality Adobe RGB 16bit Images This prints a high-quality Adobe RGB 16bit image taken with a high-end digital camera. Print Plug-In for Photo- shop/Digital Photo Professional allows you to print high color gamut and high tone images, when the Adobe RGB 16bit image data has been retouched in Photoshop, without compromising the level of tone in the image.
Page 258: Prints Monochrome Photographs With High Quality
Prints monochrome photographs with high quality iPF8400S Select the highest quality possible in Print Mode. If required, adjust the colors using color matching. • For more information about the color matching, see "Adjust the Colors by Color Matching." P.256 ➔...
Page 259 Using Adobe CMM iPF8400S Start the installer in the downloaded file to perform the installation. • Use version 1.1 or higher of Adobe CMM. Important • Adobe CMM System Requirements The system requirements for Adobe CMM are as follows. Supported OS •...
Page 260: Printing An Adjustment Pattern And Selecting Adjustment Values
Printing an Adjustment Pattern and Selecting Adjustment Values iPF8400S Printing an Adjustment Pattern and Selecting Adjustment Values Printing an Adjustment Pattern and Selecting Adjustment Values Since you can print an adjustment pattern and select your preferred adjustment values while comparing the im- ages, this allows you to conserve ink and paper, and save the time it takes to repeatedly check adjustment results.
Page 261: Perform Black Point Compensation
Perform Black Point Compensation iPF8400S Check the image in the adjustment pattern that is closest to the customer image and click the correspond- ing image in the preview area. If there are any other items that you want to adjust, select Adjustment Item and perform steps 7 and 8.
Page 262: Perform Printing Press Simulation Print
Perform Printing Press Simulation Print iPF8400S Perform Printing Press Simulation Print Perform Printing Press Simulation Print You can perform printing press simulation prints by specifying ICC profiles such as Japan Color or SWOP, and specifying an ICC profile for the printing press.
Page 263: Enlarge/Reduce And Print Matching Output Media Size
Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Output Media Size iPF8400S Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Output Media Size Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Output Media Size By specifying the media type loaded in the printer, the image can be enlarged or reduced to fit the size of the image area of the media.
Page 264 Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Width of Roll Paper iPF8400S Display the Page Setup sheet. Select Roll Paper in Paper Source. Click the Roll Paper Options button. Set the roll paper options and click the OK button. • For more information about the Roll Paper Options dialog box, see "Roll Paper Options Dialog Box."...
Page 265: Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce And Print
Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print iPF8400S Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print You can specify scaling to enlarge/reduce an image and print. This is useful when you wish to print an image at a specific size.
Page 266: Customize Media Settings
Customize Media Settings iPF8400S Display the Page Setup sheet. Select Roll Paper in Paper Source. Click the Borderless Printing check box on. • Select the width for roll paper set in the printer in Roll Paper Width in the Specify Roll Paper Width dialog box, and click OK.
Page 267: Utilize Print History
Utilize Print History iPF8400S Select the media type that you wish to customize in Media Type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 268: Apply Print History To An Image
Apply Print History to an Image iPF8400S Click the Details button. Select the print history you wish to check the details of, • from either Print History or Favorites in the Print His- Note tory Details dialog box. Check the print history details in Settings, and click the OK button.
Page 269 Store Print History to Print Preferences iPF8400S Display the Print History sheet. Click the Details button. Select the print history you wish to store in print pref- erences from Print History in the Print History De- tails dialog box, and check the print history details in Settings.
Page 270: Delete Print History
Delete Print History iPF8400S In the Add Favorites dialog box input the name of the print history in Name, input a comment in Com- ment, and click the OK button. Click the OK button to close the Print History De- tails dialog box.
Page 271 Delete Print History iPF8400S Select the print history you wish to delete from Print History in the Print History Details dialog box, and click the Delete button. Click the OK button. Click the OK button to close the Print History De- tails dialog box.
Page 272: Export Print History From Print Preferences
Export Print History from Print Preferences iPF8400S Export Print History from Print Preferences Export Print History from Print Preferences You can export print history stored in print preferences as a file. Display the Print History sheet. Click the Details button.
Page 273: Import Print History To Print Preferences
Import Print History to Print Preferences iPF8400S Import Print History to Print Preferences Import Print History to Print Preferences You can import print history in file format and store it to print preferences. Display the Print History sheet. Click the Details button.
Page 274: Delete Print History From Print Preferences
Delete Print History from Print Preferences iPF8400S Click the OK button to close the Print History De- tails dialog box. Delete Print History from Print Preferences Delete Print History from Print Preferences You can delete print history store to print preferences. You cannot store more than 200 print history items in print preferences.
Page 275: Set Information To Print With Image
Set Information to Print with Image iPF8400S Click the OK button. Click the OK button to close the Print History De- tails dialog box. Set Information to Print with Image Set Information to Print with Image You can print information with an image that is related, such as the file name and the time and date.
Page 276 Set Information to Print with Image iPF8400S When you wish to edit the comment, click the Edit Comment button. • When you do not wish to edit the comment, move to step 7. Note Input the comment in the Edit Comment dialog box, and click OK button.
Page 277: Layout Plug-In For Photoshop
About the Layout Plug-In iPF8400S Layout Plug-In for Photoshop Layout Plug-In for Photoshop About the Layout Plug-In ............................277 Layout Plug-In Main Window ............................. 277 Add Canvas Size dialog box ............................279 Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame ............. 280...
Page 278 Layout Plug-In Main Window iPF8400S • Select Canvas Size Selects the canvas size. If Create the Canvas at the Image Size is selected, the image size is treated as the canvas size. It is recommended that you provide a canvas that matches the image size.
Page 279: Add Canvas Size Dialog Box
Add Canvas Size dialog box iPF8400S • Defaults button Click this button to reset the setting values. • Close button When this button is clicked, the Layout Plug-In exits and the current setting values are saved. When the Lay- out Plug-In is started the next time, the setting values from the previous time are used.
Page 280: Creating And Printing A Layout Image For Mounting On A Frame
Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame iPF8400S Click the Delete button. • Sizes that have a red circle in the Name cannot be deleted. Note Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame The procedure for creating and printing a layout image for mounting on a frame is as follows.
Page 281: Print Plug-In For Office
Print Plug-In for Officefeatures iPF8400S Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Officefeatures ..........................281 Steps to install ................................. 281 Steps to uninstall ................................284 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed ....................284 To start from Microsoft Word ..........................287 Print Matching Roll Width(Word) ..........................
Page 282 Steps to install iPF8400S Insert "User Software CD-ROM" into the CD-ROM drive and start the installer. If the installer screen does not display, open the CD-ROM icon from My Computer, click iPFInst.exe, and open • the icon. Note Click the Install Individual Software button.
Page 283 Steps to install iPF8400S Read the License Agreement, and click the Yes button. Click the Start button. Click the Yes button. Click the Exit button. The installation for Print Plug-In for Office is com- plete. User's Guide...
Page 284: Steps To Uninstall
Steps to uninstall iPF8400S • When you install this software, the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn may be installed. If you want to use this software, do not uninstall the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn. Important • The Print Plug-In for Office toolbar/ribbon might not be displayed in Microsoft Office after installing imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In for Office.
Page 285 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed iPF8400S Install Print Plug-In for Office. For information about instsalling, see "Steps to install." P.281 ➔ Enabling Print Plug-In for Office for items disabled in Office applications If a problem occurs, such as the system or an application terminating abnormally, the Microsoft Office application disables add-ins as a safety precaution.
Page 286 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed iPF8400S Close all the dialog boxes and restart the Office application. For Microsoft Office 2007 • Click the Office button and then click the <applica- tion name> options button. From the list on the left side of the <application name> options dialog box, select Add-ins.
Page 287: To Start From Microsoft Word
To start from Microsoft Word iPF8400S Click About <application name> in the Help menu of application. Click the Disabled Items button in the About <appli- cation name> dialog box. If Addin imageprograf print plug-in (ipfaddinif.dll) is dis- played in the Disabled Items dialog box, select it and click the Enable button.
Page 288 To start from Microsoft Word iPF8400S Check that the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ ribbon is displayed. Click the buttons on the toolbar/ribbon according to the items you want to set. Icon Contents Displays the About, Help, and Special Settings dialog boxes.
Page 289: Print Matching Roll Width(Word)
Print Matching Roll Width(Word) iPF8400S Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Large-Format Printing Wizard is open, close the Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change dis- Important plays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
Page 290 Print Matching Roll Width(Word) iPF8400S Click Print Matching Roll Width. Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select image size. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages.
Page 291: Borderless Printing(Word)
Borderless Printing(Word) iPF8400S Press Print to start printing. Borderless Printing(Word) Borderless Printing(Word) Prints up to the border of the media. Photos and posters can be printed without worrying about margins. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it.
Page 292 Borderless Printing(Word) iPF8400S Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies.
Page 293: Multi-Page Printing(Word)
Multi-Page Printing(Word) iPF8400S Multi-Page Printing(Word) Multi-Page Printing(Word) Prints multiple pages as one page. You can print handouts into a single page, or print matter with many pages. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
Page 294: Register The Settings (Word)
Register the settings (Word) iPF8400S Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 295: Print Using Registered Settings(Word)
Print Using Registered Settings(Word) iPF8400S Click the One-Touch Registration button. Enter name in Name. Up to 31 characters can be entered. Click . The name you entered is displayed in Registered Settings. Click OK, and return to the Print screen.
Page 296 Print Using Registered Settings(Word) iPF8400S Click Print Using Registered Settings. Click the Nextbutton. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, or Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 297: Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word)
Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) iPF8400S Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) Print to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, or print the Landscape or Portrait Orien- tation Page Sizes made in the Large-Format Printing Wizard.
Page 298: To Start From Microsoft Powerpoint
To start from Microsoft PowerPoint iPF8400S Adjust Length from the list-box or slide-bar. Click the Create Page button. ClickOK if the message is displayed. Edit and create the document. • Printing is done in Print Matching Roll Width of the Printing Wizard. For details on Print Matching Roll Width, see "Print Matching Roll Width(Word)."...
Page 299 To start from Microsoft PowerPoint iPF8400S Icon Contents PrintButton The print Wizard is displayed. The settings Print Matching Roll Width, Borderless Printing, Multi-Page Printing, and Print Using Registered Settings can be set. Large-Format Wizard is displayed. Settings for Portrait or Landscape Orientation can be set.
Page 300: Print Matching Roll Width(Powerpoint)
Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) iPF8400S Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) Prints to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, and also print Portrait and Landscape orientations made in Large-Format Printing Wizard.
Page 301: Borderless Printing(Powerpoint)
Borderless Printing(PowerPoint) iPF8400S Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 302 Borderless Printing(PowerPoint) iPF8400S Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the • Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
Page 303: Multi-Page Printing(Powerpoint)
Multi-Page Printing(PowerPoint) iPF8400S Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies.
Page 304 Multi-Page Printing(PowerPoint) iPF8400S Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the • Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
Page 305: Register The Settings (Powerpoint)
Register the settings (PowerPoint) iPF8400S Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 306: Print Using Registered Settings(Powerpoint)
Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) iPF8400S Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) Prints using the registered settings. Start Microsoft PowerPoint. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed.
Page 307: Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Powerpoint)
Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(PowerPoint) iPF8400S Click the Nextbutton. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 308 Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(PowerPoint) iPF8400S Click Paper Settings from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Large-Format Printing Wizard is •...
Page 309: To Start From Microsoft Excel
To start from Microsoft Excel iPF8400S Edit and create the document. • The layout may collapse if you create a form using existing data. If that is the case, modify the data again. Important • Printing is done in Print Matching Roll Width of the Printing Wizard. For details on Print Matching Roll Width, see "Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint)."...
Page 310: Print Entire Sheet(Excel)
Print Entire Sheet(Excel) iPF8400S Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
Page 311 Print Entire Sheet(Excel) iPF8400S If a print area is set, a confirmation message dialog box will appear. To print the entire sheet, cancel the setting of the print area. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Click Print Entire Sheet.
Page 312: Print Selected Area(Excel)
Print Selected Area(Excel) iPF8400S • If data analysis requires time, a message dialog will appear. If you select No, you will return to the application. Note Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select image size. Select layout.
Page 313 Print Selected Area(Excel) iPF8400S If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. • When more than one worksheet is selected, the Printing Wizard cannot be run. Select only one worksheet and click Print again.
Page 314 Print Selected Area(Excel) iPF8400S The Layout menu will appear automatically. If the range selected in Excel 2007/2010 is too large, it will not be possible to analyze the data. Select a small- • er range and then run the analysis.
Page 315: Configuring Binding (Excel)
Configuring Binding (Excel) iPF8400S Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. • When Saturation is selected, you can print posters, etc., vividly. Note • Press the Print Preview button to display the preview screen. You can check and make changes to the layout in the preview screen.
Page 316: Configuring Special Settings
Configuring Special Settings iPF8400S Click the OK button. Return to the Layout screen. Check that the Binding settings are applied in the preview screen. Configure the settings in the Printing Wizard dialog box. Configuring Special Settings Configuring Special Settings You can configure Special Settings from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar.
Page 317: Mac Os Software
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Printer Driver ..................318 Preview ....................337 Free Layout ..................360 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ......... 384 Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional ....399 Layout Plug-In for Photoshop ............
Page 318: Printer Driver
Printer Driver Settings iPF8400S Printer Driver Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ..............................318 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ......................... 319 Confirming Print Settings ............................321 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................321 Using Favorites ................................322 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ..............
Page 319: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver
Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver iPF8400S Color Settings Pane: Monochrome • P.332 ➔ Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome • P.333 ➔ Gray Adjustment Pane • P.334 ➔ Page Setup Pane • P.335 ➔ You can specify the page size of the original, borderless printing, enlargement or reduction, the orientation, the paper size and source, and automatic cutting.
Page 320 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver iPF8400S Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Access the Page Setup pane. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Cut Sheet in...
Page 321: Confirming Print Settings
Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview function. Choose Print in the application menu. User's Guide...
Page 322: Using Favorites
Click Print. The Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window is displayed. Check the layout and adjust settings in the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window as desired. Print from the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview menu. • For details on imagePROGRAF Preview functions, see "Preview." P.337 ➔...
Page 323: Main Pane
Main Pane iPF8400S Select the printer in the Printer list. Click Print to start printing. As shown in the following illustration, you can switch to other panes in this dialog box to complete settings for various methods of printing, including enlarged and reduced printing, borderless printing, and so on.
Page 324 Main Pane iPF8400S For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Dis- playing the Paper Reference Guide.") P.462 ➔ • Displays Paper Detailed Settings. You can configure the printing settings to match the type of media, such as the ink drying time.
Page 325 Main Pane iPF8400S Configuration using Advanced Settings • Print Priority Choose the graphic elements that you want to emphasize for printing. Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing • P.57 ➔ • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality.
Page 326: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box
Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF8400S Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • To display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Set by Media Type. (See "Main Pane .")
Page 327 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF8400S Roll Paper Margin for Safety You can specify the length of a margin on the leading edge of paper to ensure that paper susceptible to curling is held firmly against the Platen. • Near End Margin Specify the length of the Near End Margin (the leading edge margin) of the roll, as needed.
Page 328: View Settings Dialog Box For The Printing Application
View settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application iPF8400S View settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application View settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application In the View settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application.
Page 329 Matching pane iPF8400S Driver Matching Mode The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. • Matching Mode Select the color matching mode to use, as desired. Normally, select Driver Matching Mode. For color matching based on ICC profiles, select ICC Matching Mode depending on your color matching system.
Page 330 Specify the printer profile as desired. We recommend that you select an ICC profile created using commercially available profile creation software in order to perform color management accurately on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper. The created ICC profile needs to be saved in the following folder on the computer you are using.
Page 331: Color Settings Pane: Color
Color Settings Pane: Color iPF8400S Color Settings Pane: Color Color Settings Pane: Color In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them. Howev- er, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver.
Page 332: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color
Object Adjustment dialog box: Color iPF8400S Object Adjustment dialog box: Color Object Adjustment dialog box: Color In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color adjustment to.
Page 333: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome
Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome iPF8400S • View Color Pattern Select this checkbox to display the color pattern. • Apply to Sample Select this checkbox to apply the changed settings to the sample image. • Cyan/ Magenta/ Yellow Not available.
Page 334: Gray Adjustment Pane
Gray Adjustment Pane iPF8400S Gray Adjustment Pane Gray Adjustment Pane On the Gray Adjustment pane, you can adjust the color balance, brightness, contrast, and other image qualities. • To display the Gray Adjustment pane, on the Main Pane , select Monochrome (Photo) by Color Mode in P.323...
Page 335: Page Setup Pane
Page Setup Pane iPF8400S Page Setup Pane Page Setup Pane The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driv- er help. • Paper Source Choose how paper is supplied.
Page 336: Additional Settings Pane
Additional Settings Pane iPF8400S Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees • P.128 ➔ • Free Layout Select this checkbox to start imagePROGRAF Free Layout before printing. This allows you to print multiple documents next to each other. •...
Page 337: Preview
The Features of Preview iPF8400S Preview Preview The Features of Preview ............................. 337 Starting Preview ................................337 Preview Main Window ..............................338 Paper Settings Panel ..............................341 Easy Settings ................................342 Advanced Settings ..............................343 Output Settings Panel ..............................344 Color Settings Panel ..............................
Page 338: Preview Main Window
Preview Main Window iPF8400S Click the Print button in the Print dialog box. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note Preview main window is displayed. Preview Main Window Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, and preview, dialog , drawer and status area.
Page 339 Preview Main Window iPF8400S • Menu Bar This allows you to select menus required for operations. • Tool Bar This allows you to select tool buttons required for major operations. • Preview Area You can check the settings you made in this area.
Page 340 Preview Main Window iPF8400S • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. • Drawer Area This allows you to display the thumbnails of a document. This area appears when you click Drawer from the tool bar.
Page 341: Paper Settings Panel
Paper Settings Panel iPF8400S Paper Settings Panel Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 342: Easy Settings
Easy Settings iPF8400S • The maximum value is 999. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Restore Defaults Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Preview. •...
Page 343: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings iPF8400S Setting Details Office Document Suitable for printing handouts as well as general office documents for which print clarity is key. Custom Settings Suitable for printing documents for which Advanced Settings have been specified. • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type.
Page 344: Output Settings Panel
Output Settings Panel iPF8400S Setting Details Line Drawing This mode is best for printing CAD drawings with fine lines or wall newssheet or other docu- ments that contain large amounts of text. However, you may not achieve the quality you expect with printing photographs or other images with many filled areas.
Page 345 Output Settings Panel iPF8400S • Enlarged/Reduced Printing Select the method for enlarged/reduced printing. The following settings are available for enlarged/reduced printing. Setting Details Fit Paper Size Enlarges/reduces the whole page automatically to fit the media size selected for output. Select the media size to print from Paper Size.
Page 346: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel iPF8400S Setting Details Rotate Left 90 Degrees Rotates the portrait page left 90 degrees and print in landscape orientation. When the rotated page can fit in the width of roll paper, the page is rotated automatically, and when it can not fit in the width of roll paper, the page is not rotated.
Page 347: Color Adjustment
Color Adjustment iPF8400S • Color Adjustment / Gray Adjustment / Matching You can set the color adjustment and matching. Color Adjustment • P.347 ➔ Gray Adjustment • P.349 ➔ Matching • P.350 ➔ • You can select Gray Adjustment only after Monochrome (Photo) has been selected in Color Mode.
Page 348 Color Adjustment iPF8400S Setting Details Yellow Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the entire image. When the results of the printout are brighter than the original images such as the original photo before scanning and graphics created on the display, or when you want to print in different degrees of brightness, use this feature.
Page 349: Gray Adjustment
Gray Adjustment iPF8400S • You can also click the up or down arrow, or enter the number directly to increase or decrease the value. Note Gray Adjustment Gray Adjustment You can set the gray adjustment. Adjusting Monochrome (Photo) Sets monochrome printing for black-and-white photo image data captured with a scanner or digital camera.
Page 350: Matching
Matching iPF8400S Setting Details Contrast Adjusts the relative brightness between the brightest and darkest portions of the image. *For soft gradation, decrease the contrast. For hard gradation, increase the contrast. Highlight Adjusts the brightness of the brightest areas. Shadow Adjusts the brightness of the darkest areas.
Page 351 Matching iPF8400S • Matching Method You can select a matching method to suit the print job. • Color Space Select the color space. • You can select only after Driver Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note •...
Page 352: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode iPF8400S Driver Matching Mode Driver Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select Driver Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Auto Automatically selects the best color matching method for each Image, Graphics, Text.
Page 353: Icc Matching Mode
ICC Matching Mode iPF8400S ICC Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a fea- ture.
Page 354: Colorsync
ColorSync iPF8400S ColorSync ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. To apply ColorSync to previews, check the Soft Proof check box. Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu. You can set the preferences for Preview.
Page 355: Go To Page Dialog Box
Go to Page Dialog Box iPF8400S • You can input between 10 and 400. • You can change the numbers by clicking ▼ button. Note Go to Page Dialog Box Go to Page Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Go to Page from the View menu.
Page 356: Print On The Center
Print on the Center iPF8400S Print on the Center Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. • This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in Borderless Printing. Note...
Page 357: Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees
Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees iPF8400S Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees You can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper. On the Paper Settings Panel , select Roll Paper in Paper Source.
Page 358: Display With Actual Size
Display with Actual Size iPF8400S All is displayed. Display with Actual Size Display with Actual Size In the preview area, you can display the actual size. Select Actual Size from the tool bar. Actual size is displayed. Moving a Page Moving a Page You can move a page to display in the preview area.
Page 359 Moving a Page iPF8400S The target page appears. • You can also move a page by clicking the page on the thumbnails. Note User's Guide...
Page 360: Free Layout
The Features of Free Layout iPF8400S Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ............................. 360 Starting Free Layout ..............................360 Free Layout Main Window ............................361 Paper Settings Panel ..............................363 Easy Settings ................................364 Advanced Settings ..............................365 Color Settings Panel ..............................
Page 361: Free Layout Main Window
Free Layout Main Window iPF8400S Click the Print button in the Print dialog box. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note Free Layout main window is displayed. Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and dialog areas.
Page 362 Free Layout Main Window iPF8400S • Menu Bar This allows you to select menus required for operations. • Tool Bar This allows you to select tool buttons required for major operations. • Layout Area This allows you to lay out objects and edit the object size and orientation.
Page 363: Paper Settings Panel
Paper Settings Panel iPF8400S Paper Settings Panel Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 364: Easy Settings
Easy Settings iPF8400S • The maximum value is 999. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Restore Defaults Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Free Layout.
Page 365: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings iPF8400S Setting Details Office Document Suitable for printing handouts as well as general office documents for which print clarity is key. Custom Settings Suitable for printing documents for which Advanced Settings have been specified. • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type.
Page 366: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel iPF8400S Setting Details Line Drawing This mode is best for printing CAD drawings with fine lines or wall newssheet or other docu- ments that contain large amounts of text. However, you may not achieve the quality you expect with printing photographs or other images with many filled areas.
Page 367: Color Adjustment
Color Adjustment iPF8400S • Color Mode You can select a color mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Color Enables color printing. Monochrome (Photo) Prints monochrome photo image data in a gray scale that is free of color casting (phenomenon of grays that appear tinted).
Page 368 Color Adjustment iPF8400S Select Color Adjustment. Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Cyan Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Magenta Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Yellow Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues.
Page 369: Gray Adjustment
Gray Adjustment iPF8400S Select Color Adjustment. Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the entire image. When the results of the printout are brighter than the original images such as the original photo before scanning and graphics created on the display, or when you want to print in different degrees of brightness, use this feature.
Page 370 Gray Adjustment iPF8400S Select Gray Adjustment. Click the Color Balance list and select the color settings. Setting Details Cool Black Adjusts cool black (blue tones) to gray. Pure Neutral Black Adjusts to neutral gray. Warm Black Adjusts warm black (red tones) to gray.
Page 371: Matching
Matching iPF8400S Matching Matching You can set the matching. • If No color correction is selected under Color Mode, the Matching is not displayed. Important • Matching Mode You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting...
Page 372: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode iPF8400S • You can select only after Driver Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note • Input Profile Select the input profile. • You can select only after ICC Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode.
Page 373: Icc Matching Mode
ICC Matching Mode iPF8400S Setting Details Colorimetric Color-matching optimized for printing image data with accurate colors in input color space. This is the easiest-to-use mode when you want to adjust the color and print. However, gra- dation may be lost for colors of wider range than the color reproduction range of the printer.
Page 374: Colorsync
ColorSync iPF8400S Click the Printer Profile list and select a printer profile. ColorSync ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. Place a checkmark on Soft Proof to simulate the output product in Layout Area. Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu.
Page 375: Page Setup Dialog Box
Page Setup Dialog Box iPF8400S • You can input between 10.0 and 200.0(mm) (between 0.39 and 7.87(inch)). • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Divisions You can change the number of divisions of grid lines so that they serve as a guide to laying out objects.
Page 376: Zoom Dialog Box
Zoom Dialog Box iPF8400S Setting Details Horizontal Prints the image and text by rotating sideways 90 degrees from the orientation as specified in the application. • Roll Paper Length Set the length of one page to print on roll paper.
Page 377: Format Dialog Box
Format Dialog Box iPF8400S Format Dialog Box Format Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Format from the Object menu after you select an object. You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format.
Page 378: Laying Out A Document Created With Multiple Application Programs On One Page
Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF8400S Leaving Free Layout running, open other files with the application software and repeat the above steps. Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page You can lay out and print a document created with multiple application programs on one page.
Page 379: Moving An Object
Moving an Object iPF8400S Resizing by means of mouse operation Select an object. Place the pointer at a corner of the selection box around the object to show the arrow handle, and drag this handle to change the object size.
Page 380: Laying Out Objects Automatically
Laying out Objects Automatically iPF8400S Select Rotate Left or Rotate Right from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may click on the Rotate check box in the Format Dialog Box then select Rotate P.377 ➔ Right or Rotate Left, and click the OK button.
Page 381 Aligning Objects iPF8400S • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the verti- cal center. • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bot- tom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left.
Page 382: Changing The Object Overlapping Order
Changing the Object Overlapping Order iPF8400S • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the overlapping order menu from the Object menu.
Page 383: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object
Pasting a Copied or Cut Object iPF8400S • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may select Copy or Cut from the Edit menu.
Page 384: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy
Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy You can start the utility by clicking on the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy.app icon in Applications > Canon Utilities > iR Enlargement Copy. • If you are using OS X v10.7 and later, start it from Launchpad.
Page 385: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box iPF8400S Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box The explanation below is on the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color imageRUNNER En- •...
Page 386: Creating A New Hot Folder
Creating a New Hot Folder iPF8400S Creating a New Hot Folder Creating a New Hot Folder Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color imageRUN- •...
Page 387: Editing A Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions)
Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) iPF8400S Click the OK button. The created Hot Folder is listed in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy di- alog box. Click the Close button to close the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box.
Page 388 Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) iPF8400S Make the necessary settings in the Paper Settings Panel P.390 ➔ Make the necessary settings in the Output Settings Panel P.393 ➔ User's Guide...
Page 389: Deleting A Hot Folder
Deleting a Hot Folder iPF8400S Make the necessary settings in the Color Settings Panel P.395 ➔ Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box. From the Apple Menu, open the Sharing dialog box for System Preferences.
Page 390: Setting The Print Parameters
Setting the Print Parameters iPF8400S Select Delete the entire folder, as well as items in the list above, and then click the Delete button. Read the messag,e and then click the OK button. • Select Delete files in the folder to delete only files in the hot folder.
Page 391: Easy Settings
Easy Settings iPF8400S The following settings are available for paper source. Setting Details Cut Sheet Select to print on the cut sheet. Roll Paper Select to print on roll paper. • Roll Paper Width This selects the width of the roll media set to the printer.
Page 392: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings iPF8400S If you select each Print Target item the corresponding comment for that item is displayed below the list. Setting Details Default Settings Suitable for printing normal documents that contain a mixture of text, photographs, and graph- ics.
Page 393: Output Settings Panel
Output Settings Panel iPF8400S • Print Priority Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details Image This mode achieves the best results for printing photographic images and illustrations. Line Drawing This mode is best for printing CAD drawings with fine lines or wall newssheet or other docu- ments that contain large amounts of text.
Page 394 Output Settings Panel iPF8400S The following settings are available for enlarged/reduced printing. Setting Details Fit Paper Size Enlarges/reduces the whole page automatically to fit the media size selected for output. Select the media size to print from Paper Size. Fit Roll Paper Width Enlarges/reduces the whole page automatically to fit the width of the roll paper with the page width.
Page 395: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel iPF8400S Setting Details Rotate Left 90 Degrees *When Fit Roll Paper Width is selected under Enlarged/Reduced Printing, then the image is enlarged or reduced after rotating to fit the width of the roll paper. Rotate 180 degrees Allows you to rotate the image 180 degrees from the vertical to the right.
Page 396: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode iPF8400S Driver Matching Mode Driver Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select Driver Matching Mode. Click Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Auto Automatically selects the best color matching method for each Image, Graphics, Text.
Page 397: Printing Enlargements Of Scanned Originals From A Color Imagerunner
Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER iPF8400S Click Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a fea- ture. This is also an easy-to-use mode when performing color adjustment using application software.
Page 398 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER iPF8400S Press Start on the control panel. If you scan originals on the platen glass, after scanning all originals, press Done on the touch-panel display. Scanned originals are sent to the hot folder and automatically enlarged and printed following the conditions you specified for the folder.
Page 399: Print Plug-In For Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional
Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional ..........400 Installation Procedures ..............................400 Uninstall Procedures ..............................402 Starting from Photoshop ............................403 Starting from Digital Photo Professional ......................
Page 400: Features Of The Print Plug-In For Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional
Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional iPF8400S Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional The main features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional are as follows.
Page 401 Installation Procedures iPF8400S After you have read the software User's Licensing Agree- ment, click the Continue button. Click the Agree button. Click Install. Enter an administrator name/password and click the Install Software button. Select the printer model and click the Next button.
Page 402: Uninstall Procedures
Uninstall Procedures iPF8400S Select the applications that will use the Print Plug-In and click the Next button. • You can select multiple applications to use. If Photoshop is selected, the Layout Plug-In is also installed. If you do not want to install the Layout Plug-In, Note •...
Page 403: Starting From Photoshop
Starting from Photoshop iPF8400S Choose the Plug-In to uninstall and click the Unin- stall button. Enter an administrator name/password and click the OK button. Uninstalling the Print Plug-In for Digital Photo Professional finishes. Starting from Photoshop Starting from Photoshop Follow the procedure below to start the Print Plug-In for Photoshop from Photoshop.
Page 404: Starting From Digital Photo Professional
Starting from Digital Photo Professional iPF8400S • If the message below is displayed but the Print Plug-In window is not displayed, install the newest imagePROG- RAF printer driver and then attempt step 3. Note To install imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In, the latest version of the imagePROGRAF printer driver must be installed.
Page 405 Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main Window iPF8400S • Sheet Selection Area The tabs used to switch between each sheet on the Print Plug-In window are displayed. When you select a tab, a sheet is displayed. The settings available on each sheet are as follows.
Page 406: Preview Area
Preview Area iPF8400S • Button Area This contains the buttons Print, Quit, Help and Maximize Dialog Box. Print Button • Click this button to begin printing. Quit Button • Click this button to close the Print Plug-In window and return to application software.
Page 407: Main Sheet
Main Sheet iPF8400S Setting Details Image *When you click the image while the cursor is displayed as , the selected area is deselec- ted. Roll Paper Preview Display the media size and roll paper information on the top in the layout printing on roll paper.
Page 408 Main Sheet iPF8400S • Select button Click this button to display the Select Printer dialog box. When you click the OK button after selecting the printer in the Select Printer dialog box, you can change the printer that corresponds with Print Plug-In.
Page 409 Main Sheet iPF8400S • The selectable fields may vary according to the Media Type, Input Resolution to Plug-in and Input Bit to Plug-in settings. Note • Output Profile You can select the output profile. The following settings are available for the output profile.
Page 410: Page Setup Sheet
Page Setup Sheet iPF8400S • Set Configuration button Clicking the button opens the Set Configuration dialog box that provides settings for the adjustment of image sharpness and image enlargement method. For more information about Set Configuration, see "Set Configuration Dialog Box."...
Page 411 Page Setup Sheet iPF8400S • Output Image Size The output image size is displayed up to one place after the decimal point in millimeters. • When Paper Size is smaller than Output Image Size, part of the image may not print.
Page 412: Color Settings Sheet (Color)
Color Settings Sheet (Color) iPF8400S • Roll Paper Options button Click this button to open the Roll Paper Options dialog box, where you can set roll paper width and perform auto cut settings. For more information about the roll paper options, see "Roll Paper Options Dialog Box."...
Page 413: Color Settings Sheet (Monochrome)
Color Settings Sheet (Monochrome) iPF8400S For details on Adjustment pattern setting, see "Adjustment pattern setting dialog box." P.416 ➔ • Curves button Click the button to open the Curves dialog box then set the Channel and other settings. For more information about Curves, see "Curves Dialog Box."...
Page 414: Print History Sheet
Print History Sheet iPF8400S • Tint Fills in the white parts of the paper with a small amount of ink in order to reduce the difference in texture be- tween highlights in the image and the white parts of the paper.
Page 415: Support Sheet
Support Sheet iPF8400S Setting Details Information Print Position Bottom (Footer) Information is printed on the bottom of the image. Print History Number Place a checkmark here to print the print history number. File Name Place a checkmark here to print the file name.
Page 416: Adjustment Pattern Setting Dialog Box
Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF8400S Adjustment pattern setting dialog box Adjustment pattern setting dialog box Displays the adjustment pattern by taking images with the adjustment values varying up and down in steps from the baseline adjustment values in the Color Settings sheet (color or monochrome). This allows you to print the adjustment pattern and select your preferred adjustment values while comparing the images.
Page 417 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF8400S Adjustment Item • Selects the items to change in steps. For color, you can select Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Gray Tone, Brightness, Contrast, or Saturation. For monochrome, you can select X Color Balance, Y Color Balance, Tone, Brightness, Contrast, Highlight, Shadow, or Tint.
Page 418 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF8400S • Print Conditions Displays the paper type, print mode, and output profile configured in the main window. This makes it possible to check the details of each of the settings when printing the adjustment pattern without returning to the main window.
Page 419: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box
Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF8400S • The job name when printing the adjustment pattern is "Original Image Name + Pattern-Print". For example, the print job name for the image "ABC.jpg" is "ABC_Pattern-Print.jpg". Note • Maximize Dialog Box button When this button is clicked, the Adjustment pattern setting dialog box is displayed enlarged to cover the en- tire display screen.
Page 420: Set Configuration Dialog Box
Set Configuration Dialog Box iPF8400S • Cut Speed This selects the auto cut speed. Setting Details Printer Default The settings of the printer operating panel are applied. Fast Select this setting if cutting with the Standard setting is not clean.
Page 421: Icc Conversion Options Dialog Box
ICC Conversion Options dialog box iPF8400S • Sharpen Performs adjustment of the sharpness (outline) settings. • Image Enlargement Method You can select the image enlargement method. The following settings are available for the image enlargement method. Setting Details Nearest Neighbor Performs simple enlargement.
Page 422: Roll Paper Options Dialog Box
Roll Paper Options Dialog Box iPF8400S • This can be used if Adobe CMM is selected as the Conversion Engine. Note • Proof Options Configures settings related to printing press simulation. The proof options consist of the following settings. Setting...
Page 423: Curves Dialog Box
Curves Dialog Box iPF8400S • Custom Paper Size Name You can enter any name up to 63 characters. • Units You can select the units of measure to use when you define custom media size. Switching this setting resets the units of measure for the entire Plug-In.
Page 424: Print History Details Dialog Box
Print History Details Dialog Box iPF8400S • The allowed entry range is 0 to 255. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Load Curves button Click the button to load stored data for a tone curve.
Page 425: Utilize Three Types Of Previews
Utilize Three Types of Previews iPF8400S • Import button Click the button to import print history saved as a file. • Export button Click the button to save print history as a file that is stored in print preferences. •...
Page 426: Check The Original Image With Image
Check the original image with Image iPF8400S Check the original image with Image Check the original image with Image In the image preview you can check the entire image that you have input. Select Image in Preview. • When the cursor appears as a small magnifying glass while there is an Image in the Preview area, the Selected Range feature is enabled and you an drag the cursor on the image and select an area for printing.
Page 427: Print With A Desired Picture Quality
Print with a Desired Picture Quality iPF8400S Print with a Desired Picture Quality Print with a Desired Picture Quality You can specify and print at the resolution you desire. Display the Main sheet. Select the media set to the printer in Media Type.
Page 428: Adjust The Colors While Checking The Preview (For Color)
Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Color) iPF8400S Print High-Quality Adobe RGB 16bit Images • P.432 ➔ Prints monochrome photographs with high quality • P.433 ➔ Using Adobe CMM • P.434 ➔ Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Color) Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Color) You can adjust the colors while checking the adjustments in the preview.
Page 429: Adjust The Colors While Checking The Preview (For Monochrome)
Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) iPF8400S Enter 120 in Input and 135 in Output then click the OK button. Click the Print button. The adjustments are reflected in the image and printing begins. Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) You can adjust the colors while checking the adjustments in the preview.
Page 430 Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) iPF8400S Select Auto (Monochrome Photo) in Output Pro- file. Open the Color Settings sheet. In Contrast, drag the slide bar toward Low. In Highlight, drag the slide bar toward Light. In Shadow, drag the slide bar toward Light.
Page 431: Adjust The Colors By Color Matching
Adjust the Colors by Color Matching iPF8400S Enter 120 in Input and 135 in Output then click the OK button. Click the Print button. This applies the image adjustments and starts the print job. Adjust the Colors by Color Matching...
Page 432: Print High-Quality Adobe Rgb 16Bit Images
Print High-Quality Adobe RGB 16bit Images iPF8400S Select the profile in Output Profile. • When you place a checkmark in Perform Proof in Preview, you can check the color matching in the preview. This may not be displayed depending on how you set Media Type.
Page 433: Prints Monochrome Photographs With High Quality
Prints monochrome photographs with high quality iPF8400S Display the Main sheet. Select High Accuracy 600ppi in Input Resolution to Plug-in. Select Highest Gradation 16bit in Input Bit to Plug-in. Select the highest quality possible in Print Mode. If required, adjust the colors using color matching.
Page 434: Using Adobe Cmm
Using Adobe CMM iPF8400S Performs conversion to the most suitable monochrome and printing begins. Using Adobe CMM Using Adobe CMM Adobe CMM is a color conversion engine made by Adobe. Using Adobe CMM makes it possible to obtain uniform color conversion results and to use the black point compensation function.
Page 435: Printing An Adjustment Pattern And Selecting Adjustment Values
Printing an Adjustment Pattern and Selecting Adjustment Values iPF8400S In the ICC Conversion Options dialog box, select Adobe CMM from Conversion Engine. Click the OK button to close the ICC Conversion Options dialog box. Printing an Adjustment Pattern and Selecting Adjustment Values...
Page 436: Perform Black Point Compensation
Perform Black Point Compensation iPF8400S Set the Adjustment Item, Number of Patterns, and Adjustment Value Spacing for the Horizontal Axis and Vertical Axis. If you want to check part of an image as the adjust- ment pattern, click the Specify the Range of Images...
Page 437: Perform Printing Press Simulation Print
Perform Printing Press Simulation Print iPF8400S Display the Main sheet. Select one of the ICC profiles as the Output Profile. Click the ICC Conversion Options button to open the ICC Conversion Options dialog box. Select Adobe CMM as the Conversion Engine.
Page 438: Enlarge/Reduce And Print
Enlarge/Reduce and Print iPF8400S Click the ICC Conversion Options button to open the ICC Conversion Options dialog box. Configure the Proof Options as needed. • The proof option is Simulate Paper Color. Note Click the OK button to close the ICC Conversion Options dialog box.
Page 439: Enlarge/Reduce And Print Matching Width Of Roll Paper
Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Width of Roll Paper iPF8400S Select either Portrait or Landscape as the media orientation for the image in Orientation. • When you select Portrait, the image on the media prints as it appears on the screen.
Page 440: Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce And Print
Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print iPF8400S Click the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box on. • This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in Borderless Printing. Note Select Fit Roll Paper Width. Click the Print button. The image prints covering the entire width of the roll paper.
Page 441: Print With No Borders
Print with No Borders iPF8400S Print with No Borders Print with No Borders You can use the borderless printing function to print without margins surrounding the image. • With some media borderless printing can be performed only between two edges.
Page 442: Customize Media Settings
Customize Media Settings iPF8400S Customize Media Settings Customize Media Settings You can customize media settings. Display the Main sheet. Select the media type that you wish to customize in Media Type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 443: Confirm Print History Details
Confirm Print History Details iPF8400S Confirm Print History Details Confirm Print History Details You can confirm the print history details. Display Print History sheet. Click the Details button. • Select the print history you wish to check the details of, from either Print History or Favorites in the Print History Details dialog box.
Page 444: Apply Print History To An Image
Apply Print History to an Image iPF8400S Apply Print History to an Image Apply Print History to an Image You can use previous print history, and apply it to an image. Display the Print History sheet. If required, check the print history details. (See "Confirm Print History Details.") P.443...
Page 445 Store Print History to Print Preferences iPF8400S Select the print history you wish to store in print pref- erences from Print History in the Print History De- tails dialog box, and check the print history details in Settings. Select the print history you wish to store in print pref- erences from Print History and click the button.
Page 446: Delete Print History
Delete Print History iPF8400S Delete Print History Delete Print History You can delete print history. • Be aware that you cannot undo deletions of print history. Important Display the Print History sheet. Click the Details button. Select the print history you wish to delete from Print History in the Print History Details dialog box, and click the Delete button.
Page 447: Export Print History From Print Preferences
Export Print History from Print Preferences iPF8400S Export Print History from Print Preferences Export Print History from Print Preferences You can export print history stored in print preferences as a file. Display the Print History sheet. Click the Details button.
Page 448: Import Print History To Print Preferences
Import Print History to Print Preferences iPF8400S Import Print History to Print Preferences Import Print History to Print Preferences You can import print history in file format and store it to print preferences. Display the Print History sheet. Click the Details button.
Page 449: Delete Print History From Print Preferences
Delete Print History from Print Preferences iPF8400S Click the OK button to close the Print History De- tails dialog box. Delete Print History from Print Preferences Delete Print History from Print Preferences You can delete print history store to print preferences. You cannot store more than 200 print history items in print preferences.
Page 450: Set Information To Print With Image
Set Information to Print with Image iPF8400S Click the OK button to close the Print History De- tails dialog box. Set Information to Print with Image Set Information to Print with Image You can print information with an image that is related, such as the file name and the time and date.
Page 451 Set Information to Print with Image iPF8400S Input the comment in the Edit Comment dialog box, and click OK button. Click the Print button. Comments are printed with images. User's Guide...
Page 452: Layout Plug-In For Photoshop
About the Layout Plug-In iPF8400S Layout Plug-In for Photoshop Layout Plug-In for Photoshop About the Layout Plug-In ............................452 Layout Plug-In Main Window ............................. 452 Add Canvas Size dialog box ............................454 Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame ............. 455...
Page 453 Layout Plug-In Main Window iPF8400S • Since values entered in mm or inches are first converted temporarily to pixels and then reconverted to mm or inches, values may be displayed that differ from the entered values. Important • Select Canvas Size Selects the canvas size.
Page 454: Add Canvas Size Dialog Box
Add Canvas Size dialog box iPF8400S Displays the resolution of the image. This is not changed from the resolution of the original image. If the image size is changed in the Layout Plug-In, the resolution is maintained the same as the original image, and resampling is performed using the Bicubic method.
Page 455: Creating And Printing A Layout Image For Mounting On A Frame
Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame iPF8400S Deleting a Canvas Size Select the Custom Canvas Size Name you want to delete from the Paper Size List. Click the Delete button. • Sizes that have a red circle in the Name cannot be deleted.
Page 456 Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame iPF8400S • As you fold the printed paper along the frame, the folded areas may crack and reveal the paper underneath, depending on the media type. You can prevent the folded areas from splitting to some degree by using commercially available inkjet Note protection spray or liquid laminating agent for inkjets before folding.
Page 457: Handling And Use Of Paper
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Paper ....................458 Handling rolls ..................469 Handling sheets ................. 492 Output Stacker ................... 499 Media take-up unit ................506 Media Configuration Tool (Windows) ..........517 Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS) ..........
Page 458: Paper
Types of Paper iPF8400S Paper Paper Types of Paper ................................458 Paper Sizes ..................................458 Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper ............460 Printing on Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper Using Existing Settings ..... 461 Printing on Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper by Adding a Media Type ....
Page 459 Paper Sizes iPF8400S Roll Width Roll Paper Width Setting in Printer Driver Borderless Printing ( *1 ) 1117.6 mm (44.00 in) 44-in. Roll (1117.6mm) 1066.8 mm (42.00 in) 42-in. Roll (1066.8mm) 1030.0 mm (40.55 in) JIS B0/B1 Roll (1030.0mm) 914.4 mm (36.00 in) 36-in.
Page 460: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper When using this printer to print on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper, use paper that meets the following conditions.
Page 461: Printing On Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper Using Existing Settings
The genuine Canon paper settings provided in the printer control panel and printer driver are optimized for genuine Can- on paper. If these settings are selected for printing on paper other than genuine Canon paper, the ink may bleed or the Important printhead may rub against the paper.
Page 462: Printing On Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper By Adding A Media Type
The Add Custom Paper function in the Media Configuration Tool is provided as a method for improving print quali- ty and feed properties over printing paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper using the general-purpose settings. This can be expected to improve properties such as print quality because it allows you to configure settings such as the maximum amount of ink to use and the height of the printhead depending on the characteristics of the paper you are using.
Page 463 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide iPF8400S Select the Support sheet and click the User Man- ual button. Click Paper Reference Guide. • Mac OS The basic instructions for displaying the Paper Reference Guide from the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor are as follows.
Page 464 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide iPF8400S Select the printer from the list of printers and click Op- tions & Supplies. Click Utility. Click Open Printer Utility. Click Support. User's Guide...
Page 465: Updating Paper Information
The latest Media Information File can be downloaded by accessing the imagePROGRAF website from the links in the software installed on your computer. Contact your Canon dealer if you are unable to download it. For details on Media Information File (Media Information File), refer as follows.
Page 466 Updating paper information iPF8400S Select the Support sheet and click the Support In- formation button. The default browser on your computer is started and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. • Mac OS The basic instructions for accessing the dedicated website from the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor are as fol- lows.
Page 467 Updating paper information iPF8400S Click Utility. Click Open Printer Utility. Click Support. User's Guide...
Page 468 Updating paper information iPF8400S Click the Support Information button. The default browser on your computer is started and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. User's Guide...
Page 469: Handling Rolls
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls iPF8400S Handling rolls Handling rolls Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ........................... 469 Loading Rolls in the Printer ............................471 Changing the Type of Paper ............................. 475 Specifying the Paper Length ............................. 477 Removing the Roll from the Printer ........................477 Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls ........................
Page 470 Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls iPF8400S • For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see Paper Sizes or the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Paper Sizes.") (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") P.458 P.462 ➔ ➔ Note •...
Page 471: Loading Rolls In The Printer
Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF8400S With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insert the Roll Holder from the right of the roll. Insert it firmly until the roll touches the flange (a) of the Roll Hold- er, leaving no gap.
Page 472 Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF8400S Press ▲ or ▼ to select "Load Roll Paper", and then press the OK button. • If any paper has been advanced that will not be used, a message is shown requesting you to remove it.
Page 473 Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF8400S Pull out the roll evenly on both ends and insert it in the Paper Feed Slot (a). Advance the roll until it touches the Paper Retainer (b). Once the roll reaches the Paper Retainer, it is auto- matically advanced over the Platen.
Page 474 Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF8400S Holding the edge of the roll paper, lift the Release Lever. Hold the edge of the roll paper as you gently pull it evenly with both hands to the position of the Ejection Guide (a). Align the right side of the roll paper with the Paper Alignment Line (b), keeping this side paral- lel to the line, and then lower the Release Lever.
Page 475: Changing The Type Of Paper
Changing the Type of Paper iPF8400S Close the Top Cover. Once paper feeding starts, you will need to do the following, based on the ManageRemainRoll setting and the barcode printed on rolls. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.") P.481...
Page 476 Changing the Type of Paper iPF8400S Changing the Type of Paper • When you load a roll, a menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen. Select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
Page 477: Specifying The Paper Length
Specifying the Paper Length iPF8400S • The specified media type setting is updated in the following situations. Note • When using sheets, if you send a print job before loading a sheet, the media type setting is updated to match the type of paper specified by the print job.
Page 478 Removing the Roll from the Printer iPF8400S • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Paper, and then press the OK button.
Page 479: Removing The Roll Holder From Rolls
Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls iPF8400S Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), remove the holder from the Roll Holder Slot. • For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls." P.479 ➔...
Page 480 Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls iPF8400S Remove the Roll Holder from the roll. When removing attachments, push the tips (a) in as you remove the attachment. 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #1 ( Roll Holder side) • 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #2 ( Holder Stopper side) •...
Page 481: Feeding Roll Paper Manually
Feeding Roll Paper Manually iPF8400S Feeding Roll Paper Manually Feeding Roll Paper Manually After a roll has been advanced, you can press the Feed button to feed or retract the roll with the ▲ and ▼ buttons. Press the Feed button.
Page 482: Specifying The Ink Drying Time For Rolls
Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls iPF8400S Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere, ink may be transferred onto the paper surface during ejection, soiling it.
Page 483: Specifying The Cutting Method For Rolls
Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400S Select the Main pane and click Settings in Media Type. In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in tween Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK.
Page 484 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400S Cutting Method Printer Setting Driver Setting Media Auto Cut Manual Select this for paper that cannot be cut with the Cutter Manual No, Yes, Print Menu > Pa- (See "Cut- (when using Unit and for paper of which the leading edge curls...
Page 485 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400S • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the OK button.
Page 486 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400S Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
Page 487 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400S Manual (for paper of which the leading edge rubs the printhead) • Once the following step has been performed, the procedure can be started from step 10 the next time. Note • Printing the second and subsequent times •...
Page 488 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400S Press ▲ or ▼ to align the paper leading edge with the (a) position. Print the job. The printer stops advancing the paper after printing. • The printer can continue to receive print jobs from computers. If a print job is received and printed here, it can be printed without the margin of about 10 cm being created at the paper leading edge.
Page 489: Cutting The Leading Edge Of Roll Paper Automatically
Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically iPF8400S Paper cutting (to have the roll cut at your specified position) Press the Feed button. Press the ▼ button to advance the roll to the position for cutting. Press the Cut button.
Page 490 Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically iPF8400S • On (Preset Len) The amount to cut from the leading edge of the paper varies depending on the media type, and is cut to a prescribed length. For more information on the prescribed length, see the leading edge precut length in the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 491: Reducing Dust From Cutting Rolls
Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls iPF8400S Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls For media such as Backlit Film that are more likely to generate debris when cut, select CutDustReduct. > On in the Paper Menu of the Control Panel. This option reduces debris from cutting by printing black lines at the leading and trailing edges of documents.
Page 492: Handling Sheets
Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF8400S Handling sheets Handling sheets Loading Sheets in the Printer ........................... 492 Changing the Type of Paper ............................. 475 Printing From a Desired Starting Point ......................... 495 Removing Sheets ................................497 Clearing a Jammed Sheet ............................ 856 ➔...
Page 493 Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF8400S • If any paper has been advanced that will not be used, a message is shown requesting you to remove it. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and go to the next step.
Page 494 Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF8400S When inserted, sheets are automatically held by suction against the Platen. • Load a sheet so that it is parallel to the Paper Alignment Line at right (c). Loading paper askew will cause an error.
Page 495: Printing From A Desired Starting Point
Printing From a Desired Starting Point iPF8400S • If a print job was received Pressing the OK button will advance the paper, and then printing will begin. • If no print job was received A menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
Page 496 Printing From a Desired Starting Point iPF8400S Open the Top Cover and check the position where paper is loaded. To start printing from the current position, close the Top Cover. To reposition the paper, lift the Release Lever. Keeping the right edge of the paper aligned with the...
Page 497: Removing Sheets
Removing Sheets iPF8400S Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. Removing Sheets Removing Sheets Remove sheets from the printer as follows. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Paper tab ( •...
Page 498 Removing Sheets iPF8400S Open the Top Cover, lift the Release Lever, and re- move the sheet. Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. User's Guide...
Page 499: Output Stacker
Parts of the Output Stacker iPF8400S Output Stacker Output Stacker Parts of the Output Stacker ............................499 Using the Output Stacker ............................500 Storing the Output Stacker ............................504 Parts of the Output Stacker Parts of the Output Stacker Output Stacker A cloth tray that catches ejected documents.
Page 500: Using The Output Stacker
Using the Output Stacker iPF8400S Basket Rod Keeps Basket Arm R and Basket Arm L at the same angle. Rod Holder Holds the middle of the Basket Rod (cord side). (See "Using the Output Stacker.") P.500 ➔ Using the Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker The Output Stacker can be held at four positions, as shown.
Page 501 Using the Output Stacker iPF8400S • When storing printed documents on the Output Stacker, always use it in position (1). If you do not, printed documents may not be dropped into the Output Stacker, and the printed surface may become soiled.
Page 502 Using the Output Stacker iPF8400S Lift the Basket Rod gently to release the lock, lower the stacker toward the front, and push it back. Remove the Output Stacker from the printer. Remove the front Basket Rod from the left and right basket arms, and remove the back Basket Rod and black cord from the Rod Holder.
Page 503 Using the Output Stacker iPF8400S Pull out the left and right Basket Hooks from the Ejec- tion Guide. Attach the Basket Rod to the Basket Hooks so that the white tag of the Basket Cloth is on the left. Form the Basket Cloth into a sloping shape to make it taut, and attach the middle Basket Rod to the Rod Holder.
Page 504: Storing The Output Stacker
Storing the Output Stacker iPF8400S Storing the Output Stacker Storing the Output Stacker Stow the Output Stacker if you will use the Media Take-up Unit or if you will not use the Output Stacker for an ex- tended period. When the Output Stacker is in the position used when storing...
Page 505 Storing the Output Stacker iPF8400S Push in the left and right basket arms toward the back all the way, until they stop. User's Guide...
Page 506: Media Take-Up Unit
Media Take-up Unit (Optional) iPF8400S Media take-up unit Media take-up unit Media Take-up Unit ............................... 620 Media Take-up Unit (Optional) ..........................506 Using the Media Take-up Unit (Optional) ......................506 Enabling Roll Take-Up ..............................507 Disabling Roll Take-Up ..............................507 Loading the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit .................
Page 507: Enabling Roll Take-Up
Enabling Roll Take-Up iPF8400S • The Media Take-up Unit cannot be used with sheets. • If you have attached the Output Stacker, always stow it before using the Media Take-up Unit. (See "Storing the Output Important Stacker.") P.504 ➔ •...
Page 508: Loading The Rewind Spool On The Media Take-Up Unit
Loading the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit iPF8400S On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Page 509 Loading the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit iPF8400S Unlock the flange on the left side of the Rewind Spool by lifting the lever (a) from the shaft side. Remove the flange. When rewinding rolls with 3-inch paper cores, insert the 3-inch Adapter on the flanges at both ends.
Page 510 Loading the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit iPF8400S • After the flange is pressed strongly, confirm that the paper core does not move. If you can hold and move the paper core leftward and rightward and there is clearance between the flange and paper core, repeat proce- Important dures 2 to 4.
Page 511 Loading the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit iPF8400S Hold the roll paper by the middle of the leading edge and align the right edge with the right edge of the pa- per core of the Rewind Spool. With the left and right edges of the roll paper evenly taut, tape the middle to the paper core to fasten it.
Page 512 Loading the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit iPF8400S On the Right Media Take-up Unit, pull the Rewind Mode Switch forward to turn it on. Press the ▼ button to rewind the roll so that it is nearly taut.
Page 513 Weight Flange Weight Flange to Roll Type Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280, Semi-Glossy Photo Paper, Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280, Heavy- Weight Flange weight SemiGlossy Photo Paper, Fine Art Photo, Fine Art Heavyweight Photo, Fine Art Textured, Canvas...
Page 514: Removing Printed Documents From The Media Take-Up Unit (Optional)
Removing Printed Documents from the Media Take-up Unit (Optional) iPF8400S When the media take-up unit is in use, an icon indicating the take-up • mode is shown on the Display Screen. Note Removing Printed Documents from the Media Take-up Unit (Optional) Removing Printed Documents from the Media Take-up Unit (Optional) Press the Feed button.
Page 515 Removing Printed Documents from the Media Take-up Unit (Optional) iPF8400S Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes. As you hold the trailing edge of the printed document, press the OK button. The roll is now cut. • Always hold the trailing edge of printed documents when cutting rolls. If you do not hold the documents, they may fall on the floor and the printed surface may become soiled.
Page 516 Removing Printed Documents from the Media Take-up Unit (Optional) iPF8400S Remove the Rewind Spool from the Media Take-up Unit. • Always turn off the Media Take-up Unit before removing the Rewind Spool. The Media Take-up Unit may be damaged if you do not turn it off first.
Page 517: Media Configuration Tool (Windows)
Settings for Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are provided by Canon in these media information files. • Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are detailed in the Paper Reference Guide. Any other paper is called custom paper. Note The Media Configuration Tool allows you to perform the following tasks.
Page 518: Installation Procedures
Important install the Media Configuration Tool without using the User Software CD-ROM, such as when you have downloaded a new version of the Media Configuration Tool from the Canon website, use the following procedure. • You must be logged in as Administrator when installing software in Windows.
Page 519: Starting Method
Starting Method iPF8400S The Choose Destination Location screen appears. Select the destination folder then click the Next but- ton. The Ready to Install the Program screen appears. Click the Install button. All the required files are copied to your computer and InstallShield Wizard Complete screen appears.
Page 520: Media Configuration Tool Main Window
When this button is clicked, the Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed, which allows you to add media information files released by Canon to the printer control panel and printer driver. You can also change names, toggle between displaying and hiding, and delete added media types.
Page 521: Editing Media Type Information For Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
For details on the procedure for adding media types, see "Adding Media Types." P.522 ➔ • To add media types, download the media information file (.amf file) in advance from the Canon website. Important • Rename Button To change the name on the printer control panel and the name in the printer driver for genuine paper and feed confirmed paper, select the paper to change and click this button.
Page 522: Adding Media Types
If a display name is displayed grayed out, that media type will not appear in the printer driver or printer panel. Adding Media Types Adding Media Types Media information files (.amf files) released by Canon are registered in the printer control panel and printer driver. • Do not perform printing on the target printer while adding the media types.
Page 523 Adding Media Types iPF8400S The Add Media Type dialog box displays. Click the Browse button. Open the folder that contains the media information files (.amf files). The names of the media information files contained in the selected folder are displayed in Media Informa- tion File in the Add Media Type dialog box.
Page 524: Changing Media Names
Changing Media Names iPF8400S In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver.
Page 525 Changing Media Names iPF8400S • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper." P.521 ➔ Note In the Media Type list, select the name to change.
Page 526: Deleting Media Types You Have Added
Deleting Media Types You Have Added iPF8400S • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media information file is updated.
Page 527: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide
Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF8400S In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media information file is updated.
Page 528 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF8400S In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to switch off or on for display. Click the Show/Hide button. The selected paper is alternately shown or hidden. • You can select multiple paper.
Page 529: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types
Changing the Display Order of Media Types iPF8400S Click the OK button. Changing the Display Order of Media Types Changing the Display Order of Media Types Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 530: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
The Add and Edit Custom Paper dialog box is displayed. • The printer cannot be changed after this. Note • Custom paper is paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper (paper that is detailed in the Paper Reference Guide). User's Guide...
Page 531 Using Paper Other than Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper iPF8400S • Added Custom Paper Added custom paper is displayed here. Name in Printer Driver • Added custom paper is displayed in the printer driver using this name. Name on Printer Control Panel •...
Page 532: Compatible Paper
Changing the display order of media types displayed in the printer control panel and printer driver is performed from the Edit Media Types dialog box regardless of whether it is Canon genuine paper or custom paper. Refer to "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper"...
Page 533 Select the category that you think is the closest to the custom paper you are adding. Important The media type names of the Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper within the selected category are shown in Media Type Name. Select the media type to use as the basis of the custom paper, and click the Next button.
Page 534 Add Custom Paper iPF8400S • Depending on the selected standard paper, you might not be able to input the Name in Printer Driver and add the created custom paper to the printer driver. To use the custom paper in the printer driver, create it by chang- Note ing the standard paper to another paper.
Page 535 Add Custom Paper iPF8400S Configure the following settings as necessary, and then click the Next button. Setting Details Automatic Cutting Settings Configures the method for cutting roll paper when it is ejected after printing. • Automatic Cut:Roll paper is automatically cut by the cutter unit.
Page 536 Add Custom Paper iPF8400S The Step 5: Configure the amount of ink used dia- log box is displayed. The upper limit on the amount of ink used to print to the custom paper is set on this screen by selecting from among several levels.
Page 537 Add Custom Paper iPF8400S • Select the optimal ink level by referring to the help. • If you cannot obtain sufficiently high quality printing no matter which maximum ink usage level you select, use Note the Step 1: Select the standard paper dialog box to change the paper that is the basis of the custom paper to another paper.
Page 538: Delete Custom Paper
Delete Custom Paper iPF8400S The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Confirm the updates and then click the Execute but- ton. The custom paper is added to the control panel of the printer and to the printer driver of the PC you are us- ing.
Page 539: Edit Custom Paper
Edit Custom Paper iPF8400S The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Confirm the updates and then click the Execute but- ton. The custom paper is deleted from the control panel of the printer and from the printer driver of the PC you are using.
Page 540: Export Custom Media Information
Export Custom Media Information iPF8400S Export Custom Media Information Export Custom Media Information You can export to file and save media information about custom paper that you have added. The saved Custom Media Information File can be used by importing it into another printer or PC. Refer to "Import Custom Media Information"...
Page 541: Warnings
➔ Warnings Warnings Take note of the following warnings when added custom paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed con- firmed paper to the printer driver and the printer itself. About the Cutter Depending on the paper, there are types that cannot be cut by the cutter unit, and types that speed deteriora- •...
Page 542 Warnings iPF8400S • If the cutter is damaged, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Note • For details on the methods for cutting roll paper, see "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls." P.483 ➔ About the Printhead If the printhead rubs against the paper during printing, this may cause damage to the printhead. If the print- •...
Page 543: Checking The Update
Checking the update iPF8400S About the Color Tone The color tone cannot be configured using the Media Configuration Tool. If the color tone needs to be adjus- • ted, provide an ICC color profile that matches the paper you are using, and select that ICC color profile in your software.
Page 544: Media Configuration Tool (Mac Os)
Settings for Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are provided by Canon in these media information files. • Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are detailed in the Paper Reference Guide. Any other paper is called custom paper. Note The Media Configuration Tool allows you to perform the following tasks.
Page 545: Procedures For Installing
Important install the Media Configuration Tool without using the User Software CD-ROM, such as when you have downloaded a new version of the Media Configuration Tool from the Canon website, use the following procedure. Double-click Canon iPFxxxx Series Media Configura- tion Tool.pkg to start the Media Configuration Tool instal-...
Page 546: Starting Method
The iPFxxxx in the folder above will be the printer name in use. • Starting Method Starting Method Follow the procedure below to start the Media Configuration Tool. From the Applications menu > Canon Utilities >iPFxxxx Media Configuration Tool > MCTxxxx.app. User's Guide...
Page 547: Media Configuration Tool Main Window
When this button is clicked, the Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed, which allows you to add media information files released by Canon to the printer control panel and printer driver. You can also change names, toggle between displaying and hiding, and delete added media types.
Page 548: Editing Media Type Information For Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper iPF8400S Refer to "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper" for details on P.548 ➔ Add Genuine Paper. • Add and Edit Custom Paper button When this button is clicked, the Add and Edit Custom Paper dialog box is displayed, which allows you to added custom paper to the printer control panel and printer driver.
Page 549: Adding Media Types
If a display name is displayed grayed out, that media type will not appear in the printer driver or printer panel. Adding Media Types Adding Media Types Media information files (.amf files) released by Canon are registered in the printer control panel and printer driver. Do not perform printing on the target printer while adding the media types. •...
Page 550 Adding Media Types iPF8400S Open the Edit Media Types dialog box, and then click the Add button. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 551 Adding Media Types iPF8400S The names of the media information files contained in the selected folder are displayed in Media Informa- tion File in the Add Media Type dialog box. Select the check box for the paper you want to add and click the OK button.
Page 552: Changing Media Names
Changing Media Names iPF8400S Click the OK button. Changing Media Names Changing Media Names Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 553 Changing Media Names iPF8400S In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver.
Page 554: Deleting Media Types You Have Added
Deleting Media Types You Have Added iPF8400S Deleting Media Types You Have Added Deleting Media Types You Have Added Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 555: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide
Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF8400S The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media information file is updated.
Page 556 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF8400S In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to switch off or on for display. Click the Show/Hide button. The selected paper is alternately shown or hidden. • You can select multiple paper.
Page 557: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types
Changing the Display Order of Media Types iPF8400S Click the OK button. Changing the Display Order of Media Types Changing the Display Order of Media Types Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 558: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
The Add and Edit Custom Paper dialog box is displayed. • The printer cannot be changed after this. • Custom paper is paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper (paper that is detailed in the Paper Note Reference Guide). User's Guide...
Page 559 Using Paper Other than Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper iPF8400S • Added Custom Paper Added custom paper is displayed here. Name in Printer Driver • Added custom paper is displayed in the printer driver using this name. Name on Printer Control Panel •...
Page 560: Compatible Paper
Changing the display order of media types displayed in the printer control panel and printer driver is performed from the Edit Media Types dialog box regardless of whether it is Canon genuine paper or custom paper. Refer to "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper"...
Page 561 Select the category that you think is the closest to the custom paper you are adding. Important The media type names of the Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper within the selected category are shown in Media Type Name. Select the media type to use as the basis of the custom paper, and click the Next button.
Page 562 Add Custom Paper iPF8400S The Step 2: Set the custom paper name dialog box is displayed. Enter an arbitrary name to display in the printer con- trol panel and printer driver, and then click the Next button. • Depending on the selected standard paper, you might not be able to input the Name in Printer Driver and add the created custom paper to the printer driver.
Page 563 Add Custom Paper iPF8400S The Step 4: Paper feed adjustment dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button to execute paper feed adjustment. The adjustment pattern is printed, and the paper feed is automatically adjusted based on the printing result.
Page 564 Add Custom Paper iPF8400S • Depending on the paper, there are types that cannot be cut by the cutter unit, and types that speed deteriora- tion of the blade and cause damage to the cutter. For thick paper, hard paper, etc. do not use the cutter unit, Important and instead cut the roll paper using scissors, etc.
Page 565 Add Custom Paper iPF8400S Determine and set the ink level that is thought to give the best visual test print results with no bleeding or scraping of ink. • Select the optimal ink level by referring to the help. •...
Page 566: Delete Custom Paper
Delete Custom Paper iPF8400S The Step 6: Confirm the settings dialog box is dis- played. Configure the settings of the custom paper, and then click the Next button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Confirm the updates and then click the Execute but- ton.
Page 567: Edit Custom Paper
Edit Custom Paper iPF8400S Select the paper you want to delete from the Added Custom Paper list and then click the Delete button. • You can select multiple paper. Note The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Confirm the updates and then click the Execute but- ton.
Page 568: Export Custom Media Information
Export Custom Media Information iPF8400S The View Settings dialog box is displayed. Follow the on-screen directions and change the set- tings as required. • Refer to Steps 5 to 15 of the "Add Custom Paper" for details on how to configure each setting.
Page 569: Import Custom Media Information
Import Custom Media Information iPF8400S Specify the location to save the Custom Media Infor- mation File. • You can change the file name by selecting and editing the File. A Custom Media Information File (.am1 file) is saved. Note Import Custom Media Information...
Page 570: Warnings
➔ Warnings Warnings Take note of the following warnings when added custom paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed con- firmed paper to the printer driver and the printer itself. About the Cutter Depending on the paper, there are types that cannot be cut by the cutter unit, and types that speed deteriora- •...
Page 571: Checking The Update
Checking the update iPF8400S Alternatively, if the paper cannot be cut well by the cutter, set the Automatic Cutting Settings to User Cut in the Roll Paper Settings dialog box, and cut the roll paper using scissors, etc. About the Print Quality If the edges of images are blurry, set the Vacuum Strength to be weaker in the Step 5: Configure the •...
Page 572 User's Guide...
Page 573: Control Panel
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Operations and Display Screen ............574 Printer Menu ..................582 Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality...
Page 574: Operations And Display Screen
Control Panel iPF8400S Operations and Display Screen Operations and Display Screen Control Panel ..................................574 Control Panel Display ..............................576 How to View Instructions With Navigate ......................580 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations .................... 581 Control Panel Control Panel Display Screen Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages.
Page 575 Control Panel iPF8400S • ▼ button Press this button when viewing menus to display the next menu item or setting value. OK button Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to display the menu of the tab shown. Pressing this button in menu items of each tab for which is displayed at left will move to the lower level of the menu item, enabling you to execute menu commands or set menu values.
Page 576: Control Panel Display
Control Panel Display iPF8400S Control Panel Display Control Panel Display After the printer starts up, the Tab Selection screen is displayed. Each of the four tabs presents status, menus, and error information related to the particular tab. Types of tabs The Tab Selection screen presents four tabs.
Page 577: Printer Status And Modes
Control Panel Display iPF8400S Printer status and modes Printer status is classified according to the following five modes. Standby The printer is ready to receive jobs sent from the computer. Jobs sent from the computer are printed imme- diately. Printing Paused Printing is paused on the printer.
Page 578 Control Panel Display iPF8400S Display Transitions in Normal Status The display transitions while the printer is in the normal status (the status where no errors have occurred) are shown below. *1: The printer automatically enters Sleep mode when idle for a specific period (by default, five minutes), that is, if no print jobs are received or buttons are pressed while all covers are closed.
Page 579 Control Panel Display iPF8400S Display Transitions in Error Status The display transitions while an error has occurred on the printer are shown below. If multiple errors have occurred, the tabs for errors that have occurred other than the currently displayed error are displayed flashing.
Page 580: How To View Instructions With Navigate
How to View Instructions With Navigate iPF8400S How to View Instructions With Navigate How to View Instructions With Navigate You can refer to instructions for loading paper, replacing ink tanks, and performing other operations on the printer control panel. Press the Navigate button.
Page 581: Checking Instructions During Printer Operations
Checking Instructions During Printer Operations iPF8400S Checking Instructions During Printer Operations Checking Instructions During Printer Operations You can refer to instructions on the printer control panel when loading paper, replacing ink tanks, or performing other operations. How to view instructions Once you complete an action described in the instructions, the printer detects the action and switches to the next instruction screen.
Page 582: Printer Menu
Printer Menu Operations iPF8400S Printer Menu Printer Menu Printer Menu Operations ............................. 582 Menu Operations ................................583 Menu Structure ................................586 Menu Settings .................................. 591 Status Print ..................................600 Printing Interface Setting Reports .......................... 603 Printer Menu Operations Printer Menu Operations The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress.
Page 583: Menu Operations
Menu Operations iPF8400S Set./Adj. Menu • Fine-tuning paper feeding Display of printer-related information For a description of specific menu items available, see "Menu Settings." P.591 ➔ For instructions on selecting menu items during printing, see "Menu Operations." P.583 ➔ Menu Operations Menu Operations To view available menus organized on tabs, select a tab on the Tab Selection screen and press the OK button.
Page 584 Menu Operations iPF8400S Press Back to access a higher menu in the menu list, and press OK to access a lower one. If not all menu • items are displayed, hold down ▲ or ▼ to scroll through higher and lower menu items. Items you select are highlighted.
Page 585 Menu Operations iPF8400S Specifying numerical values Follow these steps to enter numbers. In this example, network settings items are entered. Press the ◀ or ▶ button to move to the next field for input. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to enter the value.
Page 586: Menu Structure
Menu Structure iPF8400S Menu Structure Menu Structure The menu structure is shown categorized by tab. The * on the right side of an item indicates the default value. The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress.
Page 587 Menu Structure iPF8400S *1: For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Refer- ence Guide.") Types of paper in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel ) are updated P.462...
Page 588 Menu Structure iPF8400S First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Adjust Printer Head Posi. Standard Adj. Simple Other Initial adjustmt | Manual( *1 ) Feed Priority Adj. Priority Automatic* | Print Quality | Print Length Adj.
Page 589 Menu Structure iPF8400S First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level DNS Domain Name( *9 ) NetWare( *8 ) NetWare( *8 ) On | Off* Frame Auto Detect | Ethernet 2 | Ethernet 802.2* | Ethernet 802.3 | Ethernet SNAP...
Page 590 Menu Structure iPF8400S First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Print After Off* | On Recv Common Box Print* | Print (Auto Del) Set.( *4 )( *8 ) Show Job Off | On*...
Page 591: Menu Settings
Menu Settings iPF8400S Menu Settings Menu Settings Menu items are as follows. The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress. see "Printer Menu Operations."...
Page 592 Menu Settings iPF8400S Setting Item Description, Instructions Paper Details (The type of paper CutDustReduct. If you choose On, a line will be printed at the cut position when paper is displayed here.) cutting is selected. This option reduces the amount of debris given off ( *1 ) after cutting.
Page 593 Menu Settings iPF8400S Ink Menu Setting Item Description, Instructions Rep. Ink Tank Replace the Ink Tank at this point. Follow the instructions dis- played to complete the required procedure. (See "Replacing Ink Tanks.") P.806 ➔ Head Cleaning A Printhead cleaning options. (See "Cleaning the Print- head.")
Page 594 *1: A rough estimate of the amount of ink consumed per print job is displayed. Actual ink consumption may be different. The average margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guar- antee the accuracy of these estimates.
Page 595 Menu Settings iPF8400S Setting Item Description, Instructions Adjust Feed Adj. Auto(OtherPaper) The printer prints and reads a test pattern for automatic ad- Printer Priority Quality justment of the feed amount. Note that this function takes more time and consumes more ink than Auto(GenuinePpr).
Page 596 Menu Settings iPF8400S Setting Item Description, Instructions Mainte- Replace P.head Execute when replacing the Printhead. Follow the instruc- nance tions displayed to complete the required procedure. (See "Replacing the Printhead.") P.819 ➔ Not displayed during a warning message that the remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity is low.
Page 597 Menu Settings iPF8400S Setting Item Description, Instructions Interface NetWare Frame Type Specify the frame type to use. Setup Print Service Choose the print service. AppleTalk Specify whether to use the AppleTalk protocol. To apply your changes, choose Register Setting. Ethernet Auto Detect Specify the communication method.
Page 598 Menu Settings iPF8400S Setting Item Description, Instructions System Keep Paper Size Choose On to use the paper size setting as the basis for Setup printing instead of other settings. The margin setting of the printer menu will be used instead of the margin setting of the printer driver if the latter is smaller, which may prevent text or images in the margin from being printed.
Page 599 Menu Settings iPF8400S Setting Item Description, Instructions System Print After Recv A setting for jobs received from software other than the print- Setup er driver. When using the printer driver, configure settings on the printer. Select On to print the job after it has been saved.
Page 600: Status Print
*1: A rough estimate of how much ink was consumed per job is displayed. Actual ink consumption may be different. The average margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guar- antee the accuracy of these estimates.
Page 601 Status Print iPF8400S Job Menu Job-related information. Job Log A counter for maintenance purposes. Various information about previous jobs. HDD Information Indicates the total hard disk capacity and the mail box free space. Total capacity Box free space Set./Adj. Menu Settings and adjustment information.
Page 602 Status Print iPF8400S Settings regarding the Media Take-up Unit. Use Take-up Reel Skip Take-Up Err Printer Info Ink information, RAM usage, and a record of errors. Ink Info Ink-related information. Maintenance Cartridge capacity (%) PC, C, BK, MBK, Y, M, PM, GY Ink levels.
Page 603: Printing Interface Setting Reports
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Test Print, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Print, and then press the OK button. Confirming Interface Print information The following information is included in the Interface Print report. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Interface Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version...
Page 604 Printing Interface Setting Reports iPF8400S TCP/IPv4 IPv4 settings values. IPP Printing IPP Printer URI RAW Printing Raw Mode Bi-direction FTP Printing Use Discovery Scope Primary DNS Server Address Secondary DNS Server Address DNS Host Name DNS Domain Name MulticastDNS ServiceName...
Page 605 Printing Interface Setting Reports iPF8400S NetWare Frame Type NetWare settings val- ues. IPX External Network Number Node Number Print Application Bindery PServer File Server Name Print Server Name Print Server Password Polling Interval RPrinter Print Server Name Printer Number NDS PServer...
Page 606 User's Guide...
Page 607: Printer Parts
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Printer parts ..................608 Hard Disk ................... 616 Optional accessories ................. 620 Network Setting Print Job Management...
Page 608: Printer Parts
Front iPF8400S Printer parts Printer parts Front ....................................608 Back ..................................... 609 Top Cover (Inside) ................................610 Carriage ....................................611 Ink Tank Cover (Inside) ..............................612 Stand ....................................613 Parts of the Output Stacker ............................499 Media Take-up Unit(Optional) ........................... 614 Control Panel ..................................
Page 609: Back
Back iPF8400S Ejection Support Prevents printed documents from winding around the Roll Holder or being drawn into the Paper Feed Slot. Output Stacker A cloth tray that catches ejected documents. (See "Parts of the Output Stacker.") P.499 ➔ Paper Feed Slot When loading a roll, insert the edge of the roll paper here.
Page 610: Top Cover (Inside)
Top Cover (Inside) iPF8400S Media Take-up Unit Power Inlet Connect the power cord of the optional Media Take-up Unit here. Ethernet Port Connect an Ethernet cable to this port. USB Port Connect a USB cable to this port. It supports Hi-Speed USB.
Page 611: Carriage
Carriage iPF8400S Paper Alignment Line Align paper with this line when loading it. Carriage Moves the Printhead. The carriage serves a key role in printing. (See "Carriage.") P.611 ➔ Carriage Shaft The Carriage slides along this shaft. Paper Retainer Important in supplying the paper. This retainer holds paper as it is fed.
Page 612: Ink Tank Cover (Inside)
Ink Tank Cover (Inside) iPF8400S Cutter Unit A round-bladed cutter for automatic paper cutting. Retracted when not in use. Shaft Cleaner Prevents the Carriage Shaft from becoming dirty. Cutter Unit Detachment Lever Used when replacing the Cutter Unit. Ink Tank Cover (Inside)
Page 613: Stand
Stand iPF8400S • The Ink Tank is installed correctly. • No Ink Tank is installed, or the ink level detection function is disabled. • Flashing Slowly Not much ink is left. • Flashing Rapidly Ink tank is empty. Stand Stand Stand L The left leg of the Stand.
Page 614: Media Take-Up Unit(Optional)
Media Take-up Unit(Optional) iPF8400S Media Take-up Unit(Optional) Media Take-up Unit(Optional) Main Unit Left Media Take-up Unit Load the Rewind Spool here. Right Media Take-up Unit Load the Rewind Spool here. Includes the Media Take-up Unit Power button, ▲ and ▼ buttons to advance or rewind paper, and a power cord.
Page 615 Media Take-up Unit(Optional) iPF8400S Weight Flange (2 sets) Attached to the ends of Weight Roll to adjust the weight. Use Weight Flange 1 or Weight Flange 2, depending on the type of paper. (See "Loading the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit.") P.508...
Page 616: Hard Disk
Printer Hard Disk Operations iPF8400S Hard Disk Hard Disk Printer Hard Disk Operations ............................ 616 Checking the Free Hard Disk Space ........................616 Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk ....................... 618 Printer Hard Disk Operations Printer Hard Disk Operations Printer hard disk operations are available from the following programs and interfaces.
Page 617 Checking the Free Hard Disk Space iPF8400S Using the Control Panel On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Job tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Page 618: Erasing Data On The Printer's Hard Disk
Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor The Hard Disk pane shows the free hard disk space. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk When erasing all data on the hard disk, choose from the following three options.
Page 619 Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk iPF8400S Press ▲ or ▼ to select Erase HDD Data, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select High Speed, Secure High Spd., or Secure, and then press the OK button to dis- play the confirmation screen.
Page 620: Optional Accessories
Roll Holder Set iPF8400S Optional accessories Optional accessories Roll Holder Set ................................. 620 Media Take-up Unit ............................... 620 Roll Holder Set Roll Holder Set Load a roll on the roll holder and then load the holder in the printer. The Roll Holder in the Roll Holder Set RH2-44 is for use with both 2-inch and 3-inch paper cores.
Page 621 Media Take-up Unit iPF8400S Media Take-up Unit TU-06 • • For instructions on installing the Media Take-up Unit, refer to the Media Take-up Unit Setup Guide. • For information on the types of paper compatible with the Media Take-up Unit, refer to the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 622 User's Guide...
Page 623: Network Setting
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Network Environment ................ 624 Using RemoteUI ................627 Initial Settings ..................629 NetWare Settings ................636 Mac OS Settings ................
Page 624: Network Environment
Network Environment iPF8400S Network Environment Network Environment Network Environment Network Environment System requirements The system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are as follows. • Printing over a TCP/IP network (when using IPv4) Compatible operating systems • Windows XP •...
Page 625 Network Environment iPF8400S Novell NetWare 4.2/5.1/6.0 • Compatible clients • Windows XP (Professional) • • In NetWare 6.0, iPrint is not supported. Note Network Environment After confirming what type of network environment you will connect the printer to, set up the printer and computers as needed.
Page 626 Network Environment iPF8400S • Even if there is a NetWare server in your network environment, you can use it in conjunction with TCP/IP or Apple- Talk. In this case, complete the settings for each protocol you will use. Note User's Guide...
Page 627: Using Remoteui
Using RemoteUI iPF8400S Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI RemoteUI is software with which you can access the printer via the network from your Web browser to confirm the printer status, operate jobs, and configure the settings. Since the software (Web server) for using RemoteUI is built in the printer, preparing software other than a Web browser is unnecessary.
Page 628 Using RemoteUI iPF8400S • For the Web browser, use Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later, Internet Explorer 5.01 or later, or Firefox 1.5 or later. For Mac OS X, Safari 1.32 or later or 2.03 or later also is supported. Important •...
Page 629: Initial Settings
Configuring the IP Address on the Printer iPF8400S Initial Settings Initial Settings Configuring the IP Address on the Printer ......................629 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ........650 Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel ..............629 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands .............
Page 630: Configuring The Ip Address Using Arp And Ping Commands
Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands iPF8400S Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select TCP/IP, and then press the OK button.
Page 631 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands iPF8400S To use the ARP and PING commands, you will need to know the printer's MAC address. You can confirm the MAC address on the Control Panel. Check the printer's MAC address.
Page 632: Configuring Tcp/Ipv6 Network Settings
Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings iPF8400S Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings When printing in a TCP/IPv6 network, you must configure the TCP/IPv6 settings on the Control Panel. Follow the steps below to configure the TCP/IPv6 network settings. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj.
Page 633: Configuring The Printer Driver Destination (Mac Os)
Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Mac OS) iPF8400S In the Available Port list, select Standard TCP/IP Port. Click New Port. After the wizard starts, a window is displayed for the Welcome to the Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard. Click Next.
Page 634 Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF8400S Item Details Default Setting Use Zeroconf Func- Activate this setting to use Bonjour. tion IP Address Specify the printer's IP address. 0.0.0.0 Subnet Mask Specify the printer's subnet mask. 0.0.0.0 Gateway Address Specify the printer's default gateway.
Page 635 Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF8400S Click Network in the Device Manager menu at left to display the Network page. Click Edit in the upper-right corner of the TCP/IPv6 group to display the Edit TCP/IPv6 Protocol Settings page.
Page 636: Netware Settings
Configuring NetWare Network Settings iPF8400S NetWare Settings NetWare Settings Configuring NetWare Network Settings ....................... 636 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type ........................636 Specifying NetWare Print Services ........................639 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI ............ 641 Configuring NetWare Network Settings Configuring NetWare Network Settings To print over a NetWare network, configure the network environment as follows.
Page 637 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type iPF8400S • Before specifying the frame type, make sure the printer is on and connected to the network. Important • You can specify the frame type by using RemoteUI if the printer's IP address is configured.
Page 638 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type iPF8400S Select the IPv4 tab. In IP Address, enter the IP ad- dress assigned to the printer, and then enter the sub- net mask in Subnet Mask and the default gateway in Gateway Address. •...
Page 639: Specifying Netware Print Services
Specifying NetWare Print Services iPF8400S Press ▲ or ▼ to select On, and then press the OK button. The display reverts to the NetWare menu. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Frame Type, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the frame type to use, and then press the OK button.
Page 640 Specifying NetWare Print Services iPF8400S Queue server mode • When using queue server mode, all print server functions are supported, so there is no need for other print server software or hardware. In NDS queue server mode (NDS PServer), the NDS print server is used for printing.
Page 641: Configuring The Printer's Netware Network Settings With Remoteui
Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF8400S If the print server has not been created, create it. In Available Options, select Quick Setup, and press the Enter key. Enter the name of the new print server, the new printer, and the queue.
Page 642 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF8400S Default Set- Item Details ting NCP Burst Mode This mode supports fast data transfer when printing in queue server mode. Normally, leave the setting On. Print Application Choose the print service.
Page 643 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF8400S In Print Server Name, enter the advertising name of the print server created in "Specifying Net- Ware Print Services" P.639 ➔ In Printer Number, enter the same printer number specified in "Specifying NetWare Print Serv- ices"...
Page 644: Mac Os Settings
Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks iPF8400S Mac OS Settings Mac OS Settings Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks ................... 644 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network ..................644 Configuring the Destination for AppleTalk Networks ................... 644 Configuring the Printer's AppleTalk Network Settings .................. 645...
Page 645: Configuring The Printer's Appletalk Network Settings
10.4. If you use multiple printers in the same zone, assign a unique name to each printer. By default, the network interface name is Canon NB-18GB (xxxxxx). (Here, xxxxxx is the last six digits of the printer's MAC address.) *2: If zones have been created on the network, enter the name of the printer's zone. If there are no zones, leave the asterisk * entry (for the default zone) as it is.
Page 646 Configuring the Printer's AppleTalk Network Settings iPF8400S Click OK to display the Network page. User's Guide...
Page 647: Other Settings
Specifying Printer-Related Information iPF8400S Other Settings Other Settings Specifying Printer-Related Information ........................ 647 Configuring the Communication Mode Manually ..................... 648 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur ..............649 Initializing the Network Settings ..........................649 Specifying Printer-Related Information Specifying Printer-Related Information Follow the steps below to specify device information and security settings.
Page 648: Configuring The Communication Mode Manually
Configuring the Communication Mode Manually iPF8400S Configuring the Communication Mode Manually Configuring the Communication Mode Manually This topic gives instructions for configuring the communication mode manually. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj.
Page 649: Email Notification When Printing Is Finished Or Errors Occur
Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur iPF8400S Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur The printer can notify you of the printer status by email. Even when you are away from the printer, you can know when printing is finished or if errors occur.
Page 650: Device Setup Utility (Windows)
Device Setup Utility iPF8400S Device Setup Utility (Windows) Device Setup Utility (Windows) imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ........................650 Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ....................650 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ..........650 imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility...
Page 651 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility iPF8400S When specifying an IPv4 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu.
Page 652 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility iPF8400S When specifying an IPv6 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu.
Page 653: Print Job Management
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Status Monitor (Windows) ..............654 Printmonitor (Mac OS) ............... 656 Accounting (Windows) ............... 658 Basic Print Job Operations ..............
Page 654: Status Monitor (Windows)
The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor iPF8400S Status Monitor (Windows) Status Monitor (Windows) The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor .................... 654 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ................655 The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs.
Page 655: Job Management Using Imageprograf Status Monitor
Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor iPF8400S For details of the Accounting Manager, see "Accounting Manager." P.658 ➔ • For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Note Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor You can use the Job sheet in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs.
Page 656: Printmonitor (Mac Os)
The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor iPF8400S Printmonitor (Mac OS) Printmonitor (Mac OS) The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ....................656 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ................. 657 The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs.
Page 657: Job Management Using Imageprograf Printmonitor
Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor iPF8400S Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor You can use the Driver Panel in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs. • Preempting Other Jobs If you select a print job and click the button, the selected job is printed ahead of the job that currently precedes it in the print queue.
Page 658: Accounting (Windows)
• The Accounting Manager in Status Monitor displays approximate estimates of the amount of paper consumed and the ink consumed per job. Canon cannot guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. These estimates will also vary depend- Important ing on the conditions of printer use.
Page 659: Accounting Manager Main Window
Accounting Manager Main Window iPF8400S Select Accounting in the Accounting menu. Or, open the Accounting sheet and click the Ac- counting button. Accounting Manager Main Window Accounting Manager Main Window The Accounting Manager main window consists of a title bar, menu bar, toolbars, listed job selection area, job list area, totals area and status bar.
Page 660 Accounting Manager Main Window iPF8400S • Listed Job Selection Area You can use this area to select which job log is displayed. If you are using regular data acquisition, this area allows you to view the collective job logs for each specified period.
Page 661: Job List Area
Job List Area iPF8400S • Status Bar Displays messages and other information. Job List Area Job List Area The job items and details that can be displayed in the job list area are as follows. • The job serial number.
Page 662: Accounting Manager Basic Procedures
Accounting Manager Basic Procedures iPF8400S • Owner The sender of the job. • Print Job Start Time/Print Time The time when printing started and the time taken to print. • Number of Pages The number of pages printed. • Roll Paper Width The width of roll paper used for printing.
Page 663: Setting The Unit Cost For Ink
Setting the Unit Cost for Ink iPF8400S Setting the Unit Cost for Ink • P.663 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Paper • P.664 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper • P.665 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Ink Setting the Unit Cost for Ink Open the Ink sheet.
Page 664: Setting The Unit Cost For Paper
Setting the Unit Cost for Paper iPF8400S Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Opens the Paper sheet. This sheet is used to configure the unit cost of paper. Setting Standard Prices Select the media type in Media Type.
Page 665: Setting The Unit Cost For Items Other Than Ink And Paper
Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper iPF8400S Enter the Roll Paper Width and Length of the paper, as well as the Price for the configured length. Click the Add button to return to the Paper sheet.
Page 666: Configuring Units And Display Settings In Accounting Manager
Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager iPF8400S • You can set unit costs for up to 5 items. Note Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager Select Units and Display in the Settings menu to open the Units and Display dialog box. Use this dialog box to configure the display settings.
Page 667: Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition
Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition iPF8400S • Immediately after you configure Regular Data Acquisition, no print jobs are displayed. Wait a few moments and then select Refresh in the View menu to display the print jobs. Note • A maximum of 10,000 records are saved in a print job log. If this number is exceeded, jobs are deleted from the log starting from the oldest record.
Page 668: Displaying Job Properties Or Period Properties
Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties iPF8400S • Listed Jobs Exports the data for the print jobs currently displayed in the list as a CSV file. Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties You can display the Job properties dialog box or Period Properties dialog box to check detailed cost information and other items.
Page 669: Showing, Saving And Loading Selected Unit Cost Data
Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data iPF8400S Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data • Show Unit Cost Data Select Show Unit Cost Data in the File menu to open the Unit Cost Data dialog box. This lists the unit costs for items such as the selected ink and paper.
Page 670: Basic Print Job Operations
Using the Printer Hard Disk iPF8400S Basic Print Job Operations Basic Print Job Operations Using the Printer Hard Disk ............................670 Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk ......................671 Managing the Job Queue (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) ............... 674 Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) ..............
Page 671: Saving Print Jobs On The Printer Hard Disk
Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk iPF8400S Storage destination The storage area on the printer's hard disk is divided into a temporary storage area and a permanent storage area. The temporary storage area stores print jobs in the job queue or shared mailbox. The permanent storage area stores jobs in personal boxes.
Page 672 Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk iPF8400S • Printing from the following software also enables you to save print jobs on the printer's hard disk. Windows Note • Print Plug-In P.223 ➔ Mac OS • Print Plug-In P.399 ➔...
Page 673 Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk iPF8400S • Print after reception is complete This option is available in combination with Print. You can prevent degradation of print quality that oc- curs when receiving a print job is interrupted and printing is aborted in the middle.
Page 674: Managing The Job Queue (Deleting Or Preempting Other Jobs)
Managing the Job Queue (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) iPF8400S • If printed from Free Layout or Preview, the Document title is saved under the name imagePROG- RAF. Note Select the personal box number in the Mail box list. Click OK to close the Destination dialog box.
Page 675 Managing the Job Queue (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) iPF8400S Using the Control Panel On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Job tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Page 676: Managing Pending Jobs (Printing Or Deleting Jobs On Hold)
Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) Manage jobs as needed on the Job sheet. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) Manage jobs as needed on the Driver sheet. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file.
Page 677 Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) iPF8400S Using the Control Panel On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Job tab ( "There are held jobs." is displayed if jobs are being held.
Page 678: Printing Saved Jobs
Printing Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor Manage jobs as needed on the Job sheet. For details, see "Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Moni- tor." P.655 ➔ Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Manage jobs as needed on the Driver sheet. For details, see "Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmoni- tor."...
Page 679 Printing Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using the Control Panel On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Job tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Page 680 Printing Saved Jobs iPF8400S Select the print job and click Resume. On the Print Saved Document page, enter the quantity to print in Copies and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open.
Page 681 Printing Saved Jobs iPF8400S In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Print. In the Print dialog box, enter the quantity to print in Copies and click OK. The printing time initially indicates how long it took to finish printing one copy during the previous print job.
Page 682: Deleting Saved Jobs
Deleting Saved Jobs iPF8400S Enter a password if one has been set. • The password is a four-digit number. Note Select the saved job and click Resume Printing. In the Resume Printing dialog box, enter the quanti- ty to print and click OK.
Page 683 Deleting Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using the Control Panel On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Job tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Page 684 Deleting Saved Jobs iPF8400S Select the print job and click Delete. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help file. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. Enter a password if one has been set.
Page 685: Moving Saved Jobs
Moving Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name. Enter a password if one has been set. • The password is a four-digit number. Note Select the print job and click the Delete button.
Page 686 Moving Saved Jobs iPF8400S This operation is available in RemoteUI, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. • Jobs stored in the shared mailbox may be automatically deleted under some conditions. To prevent jobs from being deleted, move them from the shared mailbox to personal boxes. (See "Using the Printer Hard Disk.") P.670...
Page 687 Moving Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. Enter a password if one has been set. • Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Move.
Page 688 Moving Saved Jobs iPF8400S In the Move dialog box, select the destination per- sonal box and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name.
Page 689 Moving Saved Jobs iPF8400S Select the print job and click Move. In the Move Document dialog box, select the desti- nation personal box and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. User's Guide...
Page 690: Advanced Print Job Operations
Saving Print Jobs Sent from Sources Other than the Printer Driver iPF8400S Advanced Print Job Operations Advanced Print Job Operations Saving Print Jobs Sent from Sources Other than the Printer Driver ............690 Printing Without Saving Jobs in the Common Box ..................691 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes .........................
Page 691: Printing Without Saving Jobs In The Common Box
Printing Without Saving Jobs in the Common Box iPF8400S Press ▲ or ▼ to select Output Method, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, Print (Auto Del), or Save: Box 01. Follow these steps only when you select Save: Box 01.
Page 692: Setting Passwords For Personal Boxes
Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes iPF8400S Press ▲ or ▼ to select Common Box Set., and then press the OK button. • If a password has been set on the printer, the Logon screen is displayed. To change the setting, select Administrator and press the OK button.
Page 693 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes iPF8400S For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select the personal box and click Open. In the Documents dialog box, click Settings. In the Settings dialog box, specify the password and click OK.
Page 694 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes iPF8400S For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) On the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ by Inbox No./Name. Select a saved job in the list and click Set.
Page 695: Naming Personal Boxes
Naming Personal Boxes iPF8400S Naming Personal Boxes Naming Personal Boxes For easier identification, you can assign names to personal boxes. This operation is available in RemoteUI, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. Using RemoteUI On the Stored Job page, choose the personal box.
Page 696 Naming Personal Boxes iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select the personal box and click Open. Enter a password if one has been set for the personal • box. Note In the Documents dialog box, click Settings.
Page 697: Displaying A List Of Saved Jobs
Displaying a List of Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name. Select a saved job in the list and click Set. Enter a password if one has been set.
Page 698 Displaying a List of Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using the Control Panel On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Job tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Page 699 Displaying a List of Saved Jobs iPF8400S Jobs saved in the box are listed. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. • Enter a password if one has been set.
Page 700: Printing A List Of Saved Jobs
Printing a List of Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) On the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ by Inbox No./Name. • Enter a password if one has been set. The password is a four-digit number. Note For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file.
Page 701: Displaying Details Of Saved Jobs
Displaying Details of Saved Jobs iPF8400S Press ▲ or ▼ to select the box number (in the range 00–29), and then press the OK button. • Enter a password if one has been set, and then press the OK button.
Page 702 Displaying Details of Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. Enter a password if one has been set. • Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Properties.
Page 703: Renaming Saved Jobs
Renaming Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name. Enter a password if one has been set. • The password is a four-digit number. Note For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file.
Page 704 Renaming Saved Jobs iPF8400S Enter a password if one has been set. • Note Select the print job and click Details. On the Details of the saved document page, click Change Document. In the Rename Saved Document dialog box, enter the name and click OK.
Page 705 Renaming Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. Enter a password if one has been set. • Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Properties.
Page 706 Renaming Saved Jobs iPF8400S Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name. Enter a password if one has been set. • The password is a four-digit number. Note Select the print job and click Set.
Page 707 Renaming Saved Jobs iPF8400S In the Settings dialog box, enter the new name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. User's Guide...
Page 708 User's Guide...
Page 709: Adjustments For Better Print Quality
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjustment for high-precision printing ..........710 Adjusting the Printhead ..............712 Adjusting the feed amount ..............
Page 710: Adjustment For High-Precision Printing
Enhancing Printing Quality iPF8400S Adjustment for high-precision printing Adjustment for high-precision printing Enhancing Printing Quality Enhancing Printing Quality With some types of paper and under some conditions, adjusting the printer as follows with the paper to be used can enhance printing quality when printing fine lines/text or photos.
Page 711 Enhancing Printing Quality iPF8400S Execute Standard in Head Posi. Adj.. • If paper rubs against the Printhead or becomes jammed during Printhead height adjustment, try selecting a higher level in Head Height and performing Standard again. Note User's Guide...
Page 712: Adjusting The Printhead
Adjusting the Printhead iPF8400S Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead ............................... 712 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ................712 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ................. 714 Adjustment When Installing the Printhead ....................715 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images ..................
Page 713 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors iPF8400S • This function is not available with CAD Tracing Paper, CAD Translucent Matte Film, or CAD Clear Film. Important • If adjustment is not possible as expected using special media, try another type of paper, or try Manual adjustment.
Page 714: Manual Adjustment To Straighten Lines And Colors
Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors iPF8400S Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, execute Head Posi. Adj. to adjust the Printhead alignment.
Page 715: Adjustment When Installing The Printhead
Adjustment When Installing the Printhead iPF8400S Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual, and then press the OK button. A test pattern is printed for adjustment. • Manual may be unavailable in some cases, even if it is displayed in the menu.
Page 716: Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion And Blurry Images
Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images iPF8400S Loading Sheets in the Printer • P.492 ➔ • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified on the printer. Adjustment cannot be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings.
Page 717 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images iPF8400S On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Paper tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 718: Adjusting The Feed Amount
Adjusting the Feed Amount iPF8400S Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount ............................718 Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method ................... 718 Automatic Banding Adjustment ......................... 719 Manual Banding Adjustment ..........................720 Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount ....................... 722 Adjusting Line Length ............................
Page 719: Automatic Banding Adjustment
Automatic Banding Adjustment iPF8400S On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 720: Manual Banding Adjustment
Manual Banding Adjustment iPF8400S Perform adjustment as follows. Load the paper. Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls • P.469 ➔ Loading Rolls in the Printer • P.471 ➔ Loading Sheets in the Printer • P.492 ➔ • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified in the settings. Adjustment cannot be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings.
Page 721 Manual Banding Adjustment iPF8400S Paper to Prepare When Using Rolls An unused roll at least 254.0 mm (10.00 in) wide When Using Sheets Two sheets of unused paper of at least A4/Letter size Perform adjustment as follows. Load the paper.
Page 722: Fine-Tuning The Paper Feed Amount
Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount iPF8400S Press ▲ or ▼ to select the pattern number you have decided, and then press the OK button. Test pattern B is printed for adjustment. • If you printed test pattern A on a sheet, follow the instructions on the Display Screen and use another sheet of the same type of paper.
Page 723 Adjusting Line Length iPF8400S Additionally, two modes are available in both AdjustmentPrint and Change Settings : A:High or B:Standard/ Draft. Choose the mode that suits your particular printing application. A:High • This setting is applied when Highest quality or High is selected in Print Quality in the printer driver.
Page 724: Adjusting The Vacuum Strength
Adjusting the Vacuum Strength iPF8400S • A test pattern is printed in black when you choose A:High or in magenta if you choose B:Standard/Draft. • To cancel printing the test pattern for adjustment, hold down the Stop button. When "Stop printing?" is dis- Note played, press ▲...
Page 725: Color Management
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Monitor Matching ................726 Color Calibration ................731 Color Calibration Management Console (Windows) ......
Page 726: Monitor Matching
Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors iPF8400S Monitor Matching Monitor Matching Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors ......................726 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Windows) ................727 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Mac OS) ................. 729 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors Adjusting the colors printed so that they more closely match the colors displayed on the monitor is called "monitor...
Page 727: Printing Images To Match Monitor Colors (Windows)
Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Windows) iPF8400S • Monitor Matching The sequence in monitor matching is as follows. Calibrate the printer. Calibration improves color consistency by compensating for slight differences in how color appears due to individual variation among printheads or conditions in various printing environments.
Page 728 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Windows) iPF8400S Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded (for example, Canon Premium Glossy Pa- per 2 280). Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode.
Page 729: Printing Images To Match Monitor Colors (Mac Os)
Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Mac OS) iPF8400S Click the Matching tab to display the Matching sheet. Make sure Driver Matching Mode is selected in Matching Mode. Matching Method, select Monitor Matching. Color Space, select the color space used when displaying the file in the source application.
Page 730 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Mac OS) iPF8400S In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded (for example, Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280). Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Print Quality, click High.
Page 731: Color Calibration
Managing Colors iPF8400S Color Calibration Color Calibration Managing Colors ................................731 Managing Colors Using Printer Sensors ......................733 Color Calibration Using the Printer Sensor ....................735 Adjustment Types of Color Calibration ........................ 737 Managing Colors Managing Colors Printer color management corrects for variations in color tones due to differences between printers and aging, and obtains continuously stable corrected color tones.
Page 732 As long as you have a Custom Media Information File that contains a dedicated Calibration Target for paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed certified paper that was created on a printer (8-color model) with a Spectrophotometer Unit mounted, it can be registered in the printer by using the included MCT and you can execute color calibration even on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed certified paper.
Page 733: Managing Colors Using Printer Sensors
Managing Colors Using Printer Sensors iPF8400S Stabilizing Colors (Color Calibration Execution Guide Settings) It is important to carry out color calibration because color tones change as a printhead ages and the environment changes. This printer has a function that notifies when it is recommended to execute color calibration. This prevents forget- ting to carry out color calibration and allows you to continuously reduce variations in color tones.
Page 734 Media Configuration Tool (MCT). You can also execute color calibration even if you are using paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed certi- fied paper by registering a Custom Media Information File that contains this Calibration Target using the included MCT on a printer (8-color model) that supports calibration link without a Spectrophotometer Unit mounted.
Page 735: Color Calibration Using The Printer Sensor
Color Calibration Using the Printer Sensor iPF8400S • Managing the color calibration logs of remotely connected printers The printer calibration logs are displayed in a list, making it possible to grasp the color management status of multiple remotely connected printers.
Page 736 Color Calibration Using the Printer Sensor iPF8400S On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select (Settings/Adj. tab). • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 737: Adjustment Types Of Color Calibration
Adjustment Types of Color Calibration iPF8400S How to Check How to Operate Check in the Color Calibration Manage- (See "Checking the Color Calibration Status (Mac OS).") P.787 ➔ ment Console. Specifying Execution Guide The Execution Guide function displays a guide on the Control Panel, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows), imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS), RemoteUI, and/or the Color Calibration Management Console.
Page 738 Adjustment Types of Color Calibration iPF8400S • If the paper you are using does not support color calibration, execute color calibration using the paper where the adjustment type is Common calibration, then you can set the calibration adjustment values for the paper you are Note using.
Page 739 Adjustment Types of Color Calibration iPF8400S How to Check How to Operate Displayed Content Check in the From Set./Adj. Menu, select Adjust Printer • Common Calibration: Calibration values set using the printer sen- menu of the > Calibration > Calibration Log and then sor (Common calibration) Control Panel.
Page 740: Color Calibration Management Console (Windows)
➔ • In order to execute color calibration on paper other than genuine Canon paper/feed certified paper, a calibration target is required for that paper. Calibration targets can be created on a printer with a spectrophotometer unit installed by using Note the Media Configuration Tool that is included with printers that support the spectrophotometer unit.
Page 741: Installation Procedure
Installation Procedure iPF8400S Acquiring Color Measurement Data from the Color Chart You can measure the colors of any arbitrary color chart and save the color measurement data on your computer. You can then create an ICC profile by importing this data into commercially available ICC profile creation software.
Page 742 Installation Procedure iPF8400S Click the Install button of Color Calibration Man- agement Console. Click the Next button. After reading the license agreement, select I accept the terms of the license agreement and click the Next button. User's Guide...
Page 743 Installation Procedure iPF8400S Choose a location to install the software and click the Next button. Click the Install button. If you want to create a shortcut to Color Calibration Management Console on the Desktop, click the Yes button. Select Yes, I want to restart my computer now. or No, I will restart my computer later.
Page 744: Uninstallation Procedure
Uninstallation Procedure iPF8400S Uninstallation Procedure Uninstallation Procedure The uninstallation procedure for the Color Calibration Management Console is as follows. From the start menu, click All Programs>imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Con- sole>Uninstaller (imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console). Select Remove and click the Next button.
Page 745: Main Window
Main Window iPF8400S This displays the Color Calibration Management Console main window. If there is no Color Calibration Management Console icon on the desktop, click start and navigate to All Pro- • grams>imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console>imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Note Console.
Page 746 Main Window iPF8400S • Printer List Displays a list of printers that can be controlled. For details, see "Printer List." P.750 ➔ • Calibration Sheet This sheet allows you to execute color calibration. For details, see "Calibration Sheet." P.752 ➔...
Page 747: File Menu
File Menu iPF8400S File Menu File Menu This section describes each of the menu items in the File menu. • Calibration / Color Measurement Selects the main window sheet. • Update Printer List Refreshes the Printer list on the left side of the main window with the latest information.
Page 748: Tools Menu (When The Calibration Sheet Is Displayed)
Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) iPF8400S • Export Saves the Printer list registration information in a file. • Import Imports Printer list registration information. Registration information from a different OS cannot be imported. • Options Displays the Printer List Options dialog box for configuring synchronization with the printers that use the printer driver.
Page 749: Tools Menu (When The Color Measurement Sheet Is Displayed)
Tools Menu (When the Color Measurement Sheet is Displayed) iPF8400S When the check box is selected, the progress dialog box closes automatically. • Calibrated/All/Custom Paper Selects the paper types displayed in the main window (Calibration sheet). • Paper Status Displays the Paper Status dialog box.
Page 750: Help Menu
Help Menu iPF8400S • Close Dialog When Finished Selects whether or not to close the progress dialog box automatically when Color Check or Acquire Color Measurement Data finishes. When the check box is selected, the progress dialog box closes automatically.
Page 751 Printer List iPF8400S • Printer If color calibration is executed on the paper being fed, printers that are being fed the same paper are displayed under the Calibration group. is displayed on printers that have a message related to color calibration.
Page 752: Calibration Sheet
Calibration Sheet iPF8400S Calibration Sheet Calibration Sheet This sheet allows you to execute color calibration and check the color calibration status of the printer selected in the Printer list. • Paper Being Fed Displays the media type being fed in the printer.
Page 753: Color Measurement Sheet
Paper types registered in a printer are displayed. • When Custom Paper is selected Paper types other than genuine Canon paper and feed certified paper that are registered in a printer are dis- played. Color Measurement Sheet Color Measurement Sheet This sheet allows you to use the spectrophotometer unit to measure colors.
Page 754: Changing The Printers Displayed In The Printer List
Changing the Printers Displayed in the Printer List iPF8400S This saves the color measurement data from the selected execution log on the computer. • Favorites button Click this button to display the Favorites Management dialog box. This allows you to check the execution logs registered in the favorites.
Page 755 Changing the Printers Displayed in the Printer List iPF8400S Select the check box for the printer to register from Printer Search List and click the Register button. Click the OK button. Deleting a Printer from the Printer List Select Manage Printer List > List and Delete from the File menu.
Page 756: Checking The Color Calibration Status
Checking the Color Calibration Status iPF8400S Checking the Color Calibration Status Checking the Color Calibration Status You can check the color calibration status and execution logs on the Calibration sheet in the main window. Open the Calibration sheet. Select the printer you want to check the color calibration status of from the Printer list.
Page 757: Executing Color Calibration
Executing Color Calibration iPF8400S Select Calibrated and click the button. Check the color calibration logs in the lower part of the Calibration sheet. Executing Color Calibration Executing Color Calibration The procedure for executing color calibration is as follows. Getting the Printer Ready You can confirm whether the paper to be loaded can be used in color calibration.
Page 758 Executing Color Calibration iPF8400S Executing Color Calibration Open the Calibration sheet. Select the printer you want to execute color calibration on from the Printer list. Click the Calibration button. User's Guide...
Page 759 Executing Color Calibration iPF8400S The Execute Color Calibration dialog box is displayed. • Color Calibration Type Select Auto Adjust (High Precision) to execute color calibration using the spectrophotometer unit, or select Auto Adjust to execute color calibration using the sensors in the printer.
Page 760: Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart
Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S Click the Execute button. Color calibration will be executed. • You can exit the color calibration in the middle by clicking the Cancel button. However, it may take some time to end.
Page 761 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S Acquiring Color Measurement Data Open the Color Measurement sheet. Select the printer you want to measure the color chart on from the Printer list. Click the Color Measure button. User's Guide...
Page 762 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S Check the color chart measurement procedure in the procedure description window and then click Start. Select New in Favorites and then click Next. • To perform color chart measurement using the setting values when executed previously, select the execution log in the Favorites sheet or History sheet.
Page 763 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S Setting Item Details Print Priority Choose the graphic elements that you want to emphasize for printing. For details on the settings, see "Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing."...
Page 764 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S *1: If you want to enlarge the color chart pattern or configure the color chart drying settings in detail, click the Settings button to display the Color Measurement Preferences dialog box.
Page 765 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S Setting Item Details Position of Ventilation Fan Note that when High is selected, we recommend that you set the Time longer and the Air- flow stronger compared with when Standard is selected because of the larger distance be- tween the ventilation fan and paper.
Page 766: Executing Color Check
Executing Color Check iPF8400S • You can exit the acquire color measurement data operation in the middle by clicking the Cancel button. Howev- er, it may take some time to end. Note Click the OK button. Once the color measurement has finished, the color measurement data is saved on the computer.
Page 767 Executing Color Check iPF8400S Click the Settings button for Color Check in the Printer Information dialog box. Enter the color check threshold value in ΔE and click the OK button. Getting the Printer Ready Confirm whether the paper to be loaded can be used for color checks.
Page 768 Executing Color Check iPF8400S Executing Color Check Open the Color Measurement sheet. Select the printer you want to execute color check on from the Printer list. Click the Color Check button. User's Guide...
Page 769 Executing Color Check iPF8400S The Execute Color Check dialog box is displayed. Select Pattern Size. To increase the precision of the color check, we recom- mend that you configure the same settings as when Auto Adjust (High Precision) was executed in color calibration.
Page 770: Scheduling Color Check
Scheduling Color Check iPF8400S Scheduling Color Check Scheduling Color Check You can configure a schedule to automatically perform color check at the specified dates and times. Once configured, the color check is executed on the paper that is loaded at the specified date and time.
Page 771: Registering Execution Logs In Favorites
Registering Execution Logs in Favorites iPF8400S Setting Item Details Pattern Size To increase the precision of the color check, we recommend that you configure the same setting as when Auto Adjust (High Precision) was executed in color calibration. Calibration Select this check box to execute color calibration if the result of the color check exceeds the value of ΔE configured in the Color Check Settings dialog box.
Page 772: Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites
Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites iPF8400S Enter the name in Name. Enter a comment in Comment if needed. Click the OK button. Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites You can delete Acquire Color Measurement Data execution logs from the favorites.
Page 773: Saving Execution Logs On The Computer
Saving Execution Logs on the Computer iPF8400S Click the OK button. Saving Execution Logs on the Computer Saving Execution Logs on the Computer You can save Acquire Color Measurement Data execution logs on the computer. • This step can be executed when a printer that has a spectrophotometer unit installed is selected.
Page 774: Getting Audio Notification Of Color Calibration Finished
Getting Audio Notification of Color Calibration Finished iPF8400S Select the display units in the Units sheet in the Prefer- ences dialog box and then click the OK button. Getting Audio Notification of Color Calibration Finished Getting Audio Notification of Color Calibration Finished You can be notified by sound when color calibration finishes.
Page 775: Color Calibration Management Console (Mac Os)
➔ • In order to execute color calibration on paper other than genuine Canon paper/feed certified paper, a calibration target is required for that paper. Calibration targets can be created on a printer with a spectrophotometer unit installed by using Note the Media Configuration Tool that is included with printers that support the spectrophotometer unit.
Page 776: Installation Procedure
Uninstallation Procedure The uninstallation procedure for the Color Calibration Management Console is as follows. Close the Color Calibration Management Console. In Finder, display the Applications>Canon Utilities>imagePROGRAF CCMC folder (CCMC stands for Color Calibration Management Console). Delete the imagePROGRAF CCMC folder.
Page 777: Startup
Startup Startup The startup procedure for the Color Calibration Management Console is as follows. Click Applications>Canon Utilities>imagePROGRAF CCMC> and then the imagePROGRAF CCMC icon (CCMC stands for Color Calibration Management Console). This displays the Color Calibration Management Console main window.
Page 778 Main Window iPF8400S • Printer List Displays a list of printers that can be controlled. For details, see "Printer List." P.782 ➔ • Calibration Sheet This sheet allows you to execute color calibration. For details, see "Calibration Sheet." P.784 ➔...
Page 779: Imageprograf Color Calibration Management Console Menu
Color Calibration Management Console Menu iPF8400S imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console Menu imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console Menu This section describes each of the menu items in the imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console menu. • About imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console Displays the About dialog box, which allows you to check the version of Color Calibration Management Con- sole.
Page 780: File Menu
File Menu iPF8400S File Menu File Menu This section describes each of the menu items in the File menu. • Calibration / Color Measurement Selects the main window sheet. • Update Printer List Refreshes the Printer list on the left side of the main window with the latest information.
Page 781: Tools Menu (When The Calibration Sheet Is Displayed)
Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) iPF8400S Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) This section describes each of the menu items in the Tools menu when the Calibration sheet is displayed in the main window.
Page 782: Printer List
Printer List iPF8400S For the procedure for acquiring color measurement data, see "Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Col- or Chart." P.791 ➔ • The printer driver needs to be installed in order to acquire color measurement data. Select a printer that uses the printer driver in the Printer list and acquire the color measurement data.
Page 783 Printer List iPF8400S • In order to display printers where the printer driver is installed, you either need to turn on the Synchronize with Printers that Use the Printer Driver setting in the Printer List Options dialog box or register the printers in the Color Calibra- Important tion Management Console.
Page 784: Calibration Sheet
Calibration Sheet iPF8400S Calibration Sheet Calibration Sheet This sheet allows you to execute color calibration and check the color calibration status of the printer selected in the Printer list. • Paper Being Fed Displays the media type being fed in the printer.
Page 785: Color Measurement Sheet
Paper types registered in a printer are displayed. • When Custom Paper is selected Paper types other than genuine Canon paper and feed certified paper that are registered in a printer are dis- played. Color Measurement Sheet Color Measurement Sheet This sheet allows you to use the spectrophotometer unit to measure colors.
Page 786: Changing The Printers Displayed In The Printer List
Changing the Printers Displayed in the Printer List iPF8400S This allows you to check the execution logs registered in the favorites. • Log Details button Click this button to display the Execution Log Details dialog box. This allows you to check the details of the selected execution log.
Page 787: Checking The Color Calibration Status
Checking the Color Calibration Status iPF8400S Click the OK button. Deleting a Printer from the Printer List Select Manage Printer List > List and Delete from the File menu. In the List and Delete Printers dialog box, select the printer to delete from List of Registered Printers and click the Delete button.
Page 788 Checking the Color Calibration Status iPF8400S Select the printer you want to check the color calibra- tion status of from the Printer list. • If there are multiple printers, printers that have the same paper type loaded and where color calibration has been executed on that paper are displayed in the same calibration group.
Page 789: Executing Color Calibration
Executing Color Calibration iPF8400S Executing Color Calibration Executing Color Calibration The procedure for executing color calibration is as follows. Getting the Printer Ready You can confirm whether the paper to be loaded can be used in color calibration. (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") P.462...
Page 790 Executing Color Calibration iPF8400S Click the Calibration button. The Execute Color Calibration dialog box is dis- played. • Color Calibration Type Select Auto Adjust (High Precision) to execute color calibration using the spectrophotometer unit, or select Auto Adjust to execute color calibration using the sensors in the printer.
Page 791: Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart
Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S Click the Execute button. Color calibration will be executed. • You can exit the color calibration in the middle by clicking the Cancel button. However, it may take some time to end.
Page 792 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S Acquiring Color Measurement Data Open the Color Measurement sheet. Select the printer you want to measure the color chart on from the Printer list. Click the Color Measure button. Check the color chart measurement procedure in the procedure description window and then click Start.
Page 793 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S Select New in Favorites and then click Next. • To perform color chart measurement using the setting values when executed previously, select the execution log in the Favorites sheet or History sheet.
Page 794 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S Configure the color measurement settings and drying settings, and then click Next. Setting Item Details Color Measurement Preferences Configures the pattern size to print the color charts and the drying settings for the printed color charts.
Page 795 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart iPF8400S Setting Item Details Drying Method Choose Ventilation Fan to dry using the ventilation fan or Air Drying to dry without using the ventilation fan. Ventilation Fan Configures the drying time and airflow for the ventilation fan.
Page 796: Executing Color Check
Executing Color Check iPF8400S The Output Color Measurement Data dialog box is displayed. Select the file to save the color measurement data in- to and click the OK button. The Acquire Color Measurement Data dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button.
Page 797 Executing Color Check iPF8400S Setting the Color Check Threshold Value Double-click the printer you want to execute the color check on in the Printer list. Click the Settings button for Color Check in the Printer Information dialog box. Enter the color check threshold value in ΔE and click the OK button.
Page 798 Executing Color Check iPF8400S Load the paper. (See "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls.") P.469 ➔ (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") P.471 ➔ • If Adj. Quality has not been executed even once on the paper you are using, execute Adj. Quality in the con- trol panel menu.
Page 799: Scheduling Color Check
Scheduling Color Check iPF8400S The Execute Color Check dialog box is displayed. Select Pattern Size. To increase the precision of the color check, we rec- ommend that you configure the same settings as when Auto Adjust (High Precision) was executed in color calibration.
Page 800 Scheduling Color Check iPF8400S You can also configure whether or not to execute color calibration if the result of the color check exceeds the color check threshold value. • The color check is not executed at the designated date and time if the printer is turned off.
Page 801: Registering Execution Logs In Favorites
Registering Execution Logs in Favorites iPF8400S Registering Execution Logs in Favorites Registering Execution Logs in Favorites You can register frequently used execution logs in favorites for Acquire Color Measurement Data. Registering an operation in favorites allows you to attach a separate name for easily recalling the operation.
Page 802: Saving Execution Logs On The Computer
Saving Execution Logs on the Computer iPF8400S Click the Favorites button in the main window (Color Measurement sheet). Select execution log that you want to delete in Favor- ites and click the Delete from Favorites button. Click the OK button.
Page 803: Switching Display Units
Switching Display Units iPF8400S Enter the file name and save. Switching Display Units Switching Display Units The units displayed in the Color Calibration Management Console can be switched between millimeters and in- ches. Select Preferences in the imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console menu.
Page 804 User's Guide...
Page 805: Maintenance And Consumables
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Ink Tanks ................... 806 Printheads ..................
Page 806: Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks iPF8400S Ink Tanks Ink Tanks Ink Tanks .................................... 806 Replacing Ink Tanks ..............................806 Checking Ink Tank Levels ............................815 When to Replace Ink Tanks ............................816 Ink Tanks Ink Tanks When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape...
Page 807 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400S • There may be ink around the ink supply section of ink tanks you removed. Handle ink tanks carefully during replace- ment. The ink may stain clothing. Important • Do not install used ink tanks in another model of printer.
Page 808 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400S Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Ink tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Page 809 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400S Hold the Ink Tank by the grips (a) and remove it. Press the OK button. If there is still ink in the Ink Tank you removed, store it with the ink • holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Put the Important removed Ink Tank in a plastic bag and seal it.
Page 810 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400S Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever for the color to replace. Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down to the front. • Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever down until it locks.
Page 811 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400S Load the Ink Tank (330 ml) Before opening the pouch, tilt the Ink Tank to the left and right gently seven or eight times. • Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that have already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out.
Page 812 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400S Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down until it clicks into place. Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. • If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the tank.
Page 813 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400S Load the Ink Tank (700 ml) Before opening the pouch, hold the new Ink Tank with both hands and tilt it to the left and right as shown, shaking gently it seven or eight times. 700 ml ink tanks are heavy, so use your whole arm to agitate it instead of just your wrist. If you agitate it using •...
Page 814 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400S Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown, with the ink holes down. • Ink tanks cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is incorrect.
Page 815: Checking Ink Tank Levels
Checking Ink Tank Levels iPF8400S • If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the tank. Note Close the Ink Tank Cover. • After Ink Tank replacement, always close the Ink Tank Cover. If the Ink Tank Cover cannot close, some Ink Tank Lock Lever may not be closed completely.
Page 816: When To Replace Ink Tanks
When to Replace Ink Tanks iPF8400S The remaining ink level is indicated as shown below. If the Display Screen indicates to replace the Ink Tank, replace the Ink Tank. If a message is displayed indicating to check the remaining ink levels, or after tasks that consume a lot of ink such as large-format printing or head clean- ing, check the remaining levels and replace Ink Tank as needed.
Page 817: Printheads
Printhead iPF8400S Printheads Printheads Printhead .................................... 817 Checking for Nozzle Clogging ..........................817 Cleaning the Printhead ..............................818 Replacing the Printhead .............................. 819 Printhead Printhead When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number PF-05 • For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see "Replacing the Printhead."...
Page 818: Cleaning The Printhead
If printing does not improve even if you execute Head Cleaning B, try repeating Head Cleaning B once or twice. If this still does not improve printing, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance.
Page 819: Replacing The Printhead
• If the Display Screen indicates "Open top cover and replace the printhead." Replace both printheads. • If your Canon dealer has advised Printhead replacement Replace the Printhead as directed. Compatible printheads For information on compatible printheads, see "Printhead." P.817 ➔...
Page 820 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400S Access the menu for Printhead replacement • When replacing the Printhead immediately after printing, wait a few minutes before replacing it. The metal parts of the Printhead become hot during printing, and there is a risk of burns from touching these parts.
Page 821: Replace The Printhead
Replacing the Printhead iPF8400S Replace the Printhead Open the Top Cover. If the Carriage Cover is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), •...
Page 822 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400S If the ventilation duct (a) is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. If the Carriage is obscuring the ventilation duct, move the Carriage manually before cleaning the duct.
Page 823 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400S Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it com- pletely. Remove the Printhead and press the OK button. • Dispose of the used Printhead in accordance with local regulations. Note Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from the pouch.
Page 824 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400S • When handling the Printhead, always hold it by the grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or metal contacts (c). This may damage the Printhead and affect printing quality. Important Never touch the ink supply section (d). This may cause •...
Page 825 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400S Pull the Printhead Fixer Cover down toward the front to lock the Printhead in place. Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the printer until it clicks. Push the Carriage Cover down toward the front.
Page 826 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400S • While ink is being filled, definitely do not remove the Ink Tank or Maintenance Cartridge. Ink may leak out. Important • The procedure is now finished if you have set Rep.P.head Print to Off in the Control Panel menu.
Page 827: Cutter Unit
Cutter Unit iPF8400S Cutter Unit Cutter Unit Cutter Unit ..................................827 Replacing the Cutter Unit ............................827 Cutter Unit Cutter Unit When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number CT-06 • For instructions on Cutter Unit replacement, see "Replacing the Cutter Unit."...
Page 828 Replacing the Cutter Unit iPF8400S Replacing the Cutter Unit Open the Top Cover. If the Cutter Unit or Carriage Cover is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), •...
Page 829 Replacing the Cutter Unit iPF8400S Holding the Cutter Unit by the Lock Lever (a) and grip (b), re- move it from the Carriage. • Never touch any part of the Cutter Unit except the Lock Lever (a) and grip (b). This may stain your hands or cause injury.
Page 830 Replacing the Cutter Unit iPF8400S Close the Top Cover. A confirmation message is displayed about the Cutter Unit lock. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The Carriage is moved, and a confirmation message is displayed about resetting the cut count.
Page 831: Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400S Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge ..............................831 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge ........................831 Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity ................. 838 When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge ....................838 Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge When purchasing, check the Model number.
Page 832 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400S Confirm the message When the Maintenance Cartridge is almost empty, a message is shown on the Display Screen. According to the message, replace the Maintenance Cartridge or prepare a new Maintenance Cartridge. (See "When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge.")
Page 833 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400S Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Open the box, remove the plastic bag, packaging ma- terial, and Shaft Cleaner, and then take out the Main- tenance Cartridge. Never touch the metal contacts (a). This may damage the •...
Page 834 Important • In accordance with active and ongoing environmental programs, Canon supports recycling of used maintenance cartridges. Follow the instructions provided with the new Maintenance Cartridge that describe how to process Note the used Maintenance Cartridge.
Page 835 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400S Keeping the new Maintenance Cartridge level, insert it all the way in. The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge. • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge during initialization immediately after replacing the Maintenance Cartridge. The Maintenance Cartridge may become damaged.
Page 836 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400S • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance, and then press the OK button.
Page 837 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400S Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), • or Fixed Blade (c). This may stain your hands and Important damage the printer. Holding the new Shaft Cleaner by the grips (a), at- tach it to the Carriage.
Page 838: Checking The Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity
Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity iPF8400S Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity The Maintenance Cartridge absorbs excess ink from borderless printing, printhead cleaning, and other processes. You can confirm the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge by checking the Maintenance Cartridge ca- pacity shown on the Display Screen.
Page 839 When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400S If a message for the Maintenance Cartridge replacement is shown on the Display Screen When the Maintenance Cartridge is almost empty, the Message Lamp lights, a message to replace the Mainte- nance Cartridge is displayed on the Display Screen, and you cannot print. Replace the Maintenance Cartridge with a new one.
Page 840: Cleaning The Printer
Cleaning the Printer Exterior iPF8400S Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior ............................. 840 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover ..........................840 Cleaning the Printhead ..............................818 Cleaning the Printer Exterior Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems.
Page 841 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF8400S • If the Platen inside the Top Cover becomes dirty, it may soil the underside of paper. We recommend cleaning the Platen after borderless printing or printing on small paper. Important • If the Ejection Guide is dirty, it may soil the edge of the paper when the paper is cut. We recommend cleaning the Ejection Guide even if it does not appear dirty, because it may actually be covered with paper dust.
Page 842 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF8400S Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out com- pletely, wipe inside the Top Cover to clean it. Wipe away any ink residue and paper dust (debris from cutting) on the Top Cover Roller (a), all over the Plat-...
Page 843 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF8400S Close the Top Cover. User's Guide...
Page 844: Other Maintenance
• Be sure to contact your Canon dealer before transferring the printer to a new location. Ink may leak and damage the printer if you do not prepare the printer correctly and it is tipped or stood on end in transit.
Page 845 If consumables must be replaced, the message "Consumables must be replaced. Call for service." is shown on the Display Screen and preparation is not possible. If this message is displayed, press the OK but- Important ton and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. User's Guide...
Page 846 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF8400S Removing Ink Tanks Open the left and right ink tank covers. Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever (a). Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down to the front.
Page 847 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF8400S Store the Ink Tank you removed in the box with the ink holes (a) fac- • ing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Important Repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove all ink tanks.
Page 848 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF8400S Press the Power button and turn off the printer. Pack the printer Disconnect the power cord, interface cable, and Media Take-up Unit Power Inlet. Turn off the printer before you unplug it. It may damage the printer if you unplug it before it is off and transfer it •...
Page 849 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF8400S Grasp the Belt, insert it between the Belt Stopper, and affix the Belt Stopper with a hex screw at the po- sition indicated. • Here, the Belt Stopper is the one that was removed and stored after initial installation. Neglecting to attach the Belt Stopper may damage the printer.
Page 850: Updating The Firmware
The firmware version is displayed. Updating the Firmware To obtain the latest firmware, visit the Canon website. If the firmware available online is newer than the installed firmware, update the printer firmware. For details on downloading and updating the firmware, visit the Canon web- site.
Page 851: Troubleshooting
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions ............. 852 Problems Regarding Paper ...............
Page 852: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions iPF8400S Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions This section presents frequently asked questions and answers. To view more detailed explanations, click the hy- perlinks in the answer column. Question Answer I want to easily create You can print originals that are in landscape (or portrait) orientation automatically enlarged to fit the roll width.
Page 853: Problems Regarding Paper
Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF8400S Problems Regarding Paper Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Roll Paper ............................. 853 Clearing a Jammed Sheet ............................856 Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot ................858 Cannot load sheets ................................ 859 Paper is not cut straight .............................
Page 854 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF8400S Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), • or Fixed Blade (c), This may stain your hands and Important damage the printer. Lift the Release Lever. Holding the paper on both sides, pull the jammed portion out toward the front.
Page 855 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF8400S • When cutting paper, be careful to avoid injury or damage to the printer. Caution If the Carriage is on the left, move the Carriage to the right until it stops. • Always move the Carriage to the right side. If the Carriage is on the left, a Carriage error may occur when you turn on the printer.
Page 856: Clearing A Jammed Sheet
Clearing a Jammed Sheet iPF8400S Turn the printer on. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") P.21 ➔ The roll is advanced and the printer is ready to print. • For a neater edge, press the Cut button, select Yes, and cut the edge.
Page 857 Clearing a Jammed Sheet iPF8400S Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), • or Fixed Blade (c). This may stain your hands and Important damage the printer. Lift the Release Lever. If the paper is visible, hold the paper and pull it out to- ward the front.
Page 858: Roll Paper Cannot Be Inserted Into The Paper Feed Slot
Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot iPF8400S If the paper is not visible, lift the Ejection Guide, re- move the Roll Holder, and clear the paper jam from below. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer, and then lower the Ejection Guide.
Page 859: Cannot Load Sheets
Cannot load sheets iPF8400S Cause Corrective Action The paper source selection is incorrect. Press the Load button and select the paper source. Cannot load sheets Cannot load sheets Cause Corrective Action The paper source selection is incorrect. Press the Load button and select the paper source.
Page 860: The Size Of Clear Film Cannot Be Detected
(See "Using the Media Take-up Unit (Optional).") P.506 ➔ If the Media Take-up Unit continues rotating, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. The size of clear film cannot be detected The size of clear film cannot be detected Cause Corrective Action The Platen is soiled with ink or other substances.
Page 861: Printing Does Not Start
The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up iPF8400S Printing does not start Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up ................. 861 The printer does not respond even if print jobs are sent ................861 Ink Filling..
Page 862: The Printer Stops During A Print Job
(See "Checking for Nozzle Clogging.") P.817 ➔ A print job was received from an incom- Use the correct imagePROGRAF printer driver for the printer and try printing again. patible printer driver. The printer is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. User's Guide...
Page 863: Problems With The Printing Quality
Printing is faint iPF8400S Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality Printing is faint ................................863 Paper rubs against the printhead ........................... 864 The edges of the paper are dirty ..........................864 The surface of the paper is dirty ..........................865 The back side of the paper is dirty ........................
Page 864: Paper Rubs Against The Printhead
➔ You are printing on heavyweight paper When printing on Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper or other paper-based media, choose a or paper that curls or wrinkles easily VacuumStrngth setting of Strong or Strongest in the Control Panel menu. If rubbing still oc- after absorbing ink.
Page 865: The Surface Of The Paper Is Dirty
➔ You are printing on heavyweight paper or When printing on Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper or other paper-based media, choose a paper that curls or wrinkles easily after ab- VacuumStrngth setting of Strong or Strongest in the Control Panel menu. If rubbing still sorbing ink.
Page 866: Immediately After Borderless Printing, The Trailing Edge Margin Is Soiled During Regular Printing
Immediately after borderless printing, the trailing edge margin is soiled during regular printing iPF8400S Immediately after borderless printing, the trailing edge margin is soiled during regular printing Immediately after borderless printing, the trailing edge margin is soiled during regular printing...
Page 867: Colors In Printed Images Are Uneven
Density may be uneven if you use Glos- In Advanced Settings of the printer driver, choose Highest quality or High in Print Quality. sy Paper or Canon Coated Paper. The type of paper specified in the printer Load paper of the same type as you have specified in the printer driver.
Page 868: Image Edges Are Blurred Or White Banding Occurs
Image edges are blurred or white banding occurs iPF8400S Cause Corrective Action The type of paper specified in the printer Make sure the same type of paper is specified in the printer driver as you have loaded in the driver does not match the type loaded in printer.
Page 869 Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen iPF8400S Remove the Cleaning Brush (a). Using the back of the Cleaning Brush, move the first Switch to the side opposite ●. User's Guide...
Page 870 Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen iPF8400S Refer to the following table to confirm the number on the Platen (a) that corresponds to the size of paper for printing. Number Dimensions 254.0 mm (10.00 in) 355.6 mm (14.00 in) 431.8 mm (17.00 in)
Page 871: The Contrast Becomes Uneven During Printing
The contrast becomes uneven during printing iPF8400S Close the Top Cover. The contrast becomes uneven during printing The contrast becomes uneven during printing Cause Corrective Action The paper feed amount is out of adjustment. Adjust the feed amount. (See "Adjusting the Feed Amount.") P.718...
Page 872: Line Thickness Is Not Uniform
Line thickness is not uniform iPF8400S Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Print a test pattern to check the color ink nozzles and see if they are clogged. (See "Checking for Nozzle Clogging.") P.817 ➔ Line thickness is not uniform...
Page 873: Borders Appear In Borderless Printing
Borders appear in borderless printing iPF8400S Borders appear in borderless printing Borders appear in borderless printing Cause Corrective Action If borderless printing was performed at the actual When performing borderless printing at the actual size, use roll paper with the same size, paper wider than the page size was selected.
Page 874: Cannot Print Over A Network
Cannot connect the printer to the network iPF8400S Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a network Cannot connect the printer to the network ....................... 874 Cannot print over a TCP/IP network ........................874 Cannot print over a NetWare network ........................874 Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks ..................
Page 875: Cannot Print Over Appletalk Or Bonjour Networks
Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks iPF8400S Cause Corrective Action The NetWare server and serv- If data transmission to a printer on another subnet fails, deactivate NCP burst mode in that printer's ices are not configured correctly. network protocol settings.
Page 876: Installation Problems
The following instructions are for Windows XP. The method of removing printer drivers varies depending on the version of Windows. Note From the Windows start menu, select All Programs > Canon Printer Uninstaller > imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Uninstaller to display the Delete Printer window. Select the printer in the list and click Delete.
Page 877: Other Problems
After the printer is turned on • After data transmission • After ink tank replacement In other cases, contact your Canon dealer. Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared Cause Corrective Action...
Page 878: The Printer Consumes A Lot Of Ink
Printing with the ink level detection canceled may lead to printer damage and printing problems. Canon Inc. is not liable for any damage that may occur as a result of refilling ink.
Page 879 Ink Level Detection iPF8400S A confirmation message is shown on the Display Screen about re- leasing ink level detection. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button.
Page 880 Ink Level Detection iPF8400S A confirmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen. After checking the message, press the ▶ but- ton. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Ink level detection is now released.
Page 881: Error Message
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Error Messages .................
Page 882: Error Messages
Error Messages Error Messages Before borderless printing, move the blue platen switch................896 Blue platen switch is dirty............................896 Borderless printng not possible..........................891 Borderless printng not possible. Paper stretched or shrank..............896 Calibration There is a problem with the multi-sensor..................904 Cannot adjust paper feed.
Page 883 Please calibrate using above paper........................896 Please commn calibrt using above paper......................896 Please execute common calibration........................895 Prepare for parts replacement..........................904 Regular printing is selected, but a roll is loaded....................888 Rel lever is in wrong position............................ 890 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected.
Page 884: Messages Regarding Paper
Paper mismatch iPF8400S Messages regarding paper Messages regarding paper Paper mismatch ................................884 MediaType Mismatch ..............................884 The paper is too small..............................885 The paper is too small..............................885 PaprWidth Mismatch ..............................886 Paper size not detected.............................. 886 Insufficient paper for job ............................
Page 885: The Paper Is Too Small
The paper is too small. iPF8400S Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control Panel Replace the loaded paper with paper of the type and size you have specified in the menu is set to Pause, the type of paper loaded printer driver.
Page 886: Paprwidth Mismatch
PaprWidth Mismatch iPF8400S "Replace roll with 10 in. wide or larger roll." Cause Corrective Action The loaded paper is too small. Replace the roll with a roll 10 inches in width or larger as follows. (When you have attempted to print a test print sheet or other Press ▲...
Page 887: Insufficient Paper For Job
Insufficient paper for job iPF8400S Insufficient paper for job Insufficient paper for job Cause Corrective Action The printer has received a print job longer than the amount of roll paper left Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, and then press the OK when ManageRemainRoll in the Control Panel menu is On.
Page 888: The Roll Is Empty
The roll is empty. iPF8400S The roll is empty. The roll is empty. Cause Corrective Action The roll is empty. Follow these steps to replace the used roll with a new roll of the same type and size. Lift the Release Lever and remove the roll.
Page 889: Paper Jam
Paper jam. iPF8400S Cause Corrective Action A print job for printing on sheets After removing the roll, load and print on a sheet of the type and size of paper you have specified was sent when a roll is loaded.
Page 890: Cannot Feed Paper
(See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") P.462 ➔ Lift the Release Lever and remove the paper. In other cases, the Cutter Unit Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. may be damaged. End of paper feed. End of paper feed. Cause...
Page 891: Rewinding Error
Press the OK button to clear the error. The Media Take-up Unit sensor is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. *1: Printing will stop momentarily if an error involving the Media Take-up Unit occurs. If you prefer printing not to stop, set Skip Take- Up Err to On.
Page 892: Paper Position Not Suitable For Borderless Printing
Paper position not suitable for borderless printing. iPF8400S Cause Corrective Action The loaded paper is a size not com- Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print With Border, and then press the OK button to continue printing. The patible with borderless printing.
Page 893: Messages Regarding Ink
Ink insufficient. iPF8400S Messages regarding ink Messages regarding ink Ink insufficient................................. 893 No ink left..................................893 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected................893 Close Ink Tank Cover ..............................893 Ink tank is empty................................893 Not much ink is left.
Page 894: Not Much Ink Is Left
Not much ink is left. iPF8400S Not much ink is left. Not much ink is left. Cause Corrective Action Not much ink is left. Prepare a new Ink Tank. We recommend replacing the Ink Tank with a new Ink Tank at this point if you plan to print large-format or high-quantity jobs.
Page 895: Messages Regarding Printing Or Adjustment
Cannot execute this command. Use other paper. iPF8400S Messages regarding printing or adjustment Messages regarding printing or adjustment Cannot execute this command. Use other paper.................... 895 Cannot adjust printhead............................. 898 Cannot calibrate................................895 Excessive temperature or humidity........................895 Please execute common calibration.
Page 896: Please Commn Calibrt Using Above Paper
Please commn calibrt using above paper. iPF8400S Cause Corrective Action Note that this is displayed when all of the following are satisfied. (See "Color Calibration Using the Printer Sensor.") P.735 ➔ • If Set Exec. Guide is On in the Control Panel menu.
Page 897: Cannot Adjust Paper Feed
Cannot adjust paper feed. iPF8400S Cannot adjust paper feed. Cannot adjust paper feed. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Execute Adj. Quality again, as follows. Press the OK button to clear the error. Print a test pattern to check the nozzles.
Page 898: Messages Regarding Printheads
Cannot adjust printhead. iPF8400S Messages regarding printheads Messages regarding printheads Cannot adjust printhead............................. 898 PHeads: wrong pos................................ 898 Wrong x printhead. (x is L, R, or not displayed) ....................898 x printhead error (x is L, R, or not displayed) ....................898 Cannot recognize print head x.
Page 899: Cannot Recognize Print Head X. (X Is L, R, Or Not Displayed)
Cannot recognize print head x. (x is L, R, or not displayed) iPF8400S Cannot recognize print head x. (x is L, R, or not displayed) Cannot recognize print head x. (x is L, R, or not displayed) Cause Corrective Action No Printhead is instal- Follow these steps to install the Printhead.
Page 900: Messages Regarding The Maintenance Cartridge
No maintenance cartridge. iPF8400S Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge No maintenance cartridge............................900 Wrong maintenance cartridge..........................900 Maint. cart. The level is low ............................900 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity........................900 Maintenance cartridge full............................900 Maintenance cartridge problem.
Page 901: Messages Regarding The Hard Disk
Hard disk error. iPF8400S Messages regarding the hard disk Messages regarding the hard disk Hard disk error................................901 File read error.................................. 901 The mail box is full................................. 901 Mail box full. Now printing without saving data....................901 Mail box nearly full.
Page 902 Mail box full. Delete unwanted data iPF8400S Cause Corrective Action 100 jobs are stored in the Personal Box. Delete unneeded jobs stored in personal boxes. (See "Deleting Saved Jobs.") P.682 ➔ User's Guide...
Page 903: Other Messages
Cause Corrective Action An error requiring service may have occurred. Write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and contact your Canon deal- er for assistance. Hardware error. xxxxxxxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number) Hardware error. xxxxxxxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number)
Page 904: Prepare For Parts Replacement
Calibration There is a problem with the multi-sensor. Cause Corrective Action The performance of a sensor inside the printer may be Press the OK button and cancel calibration. Contact your Canon dealer for as- impaired. sistance. Multi-sensor error Multi-sensor error...
Page 905: Specifications
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Specifications Printer Specifications .................
Page 906: Printer Specifications
*1: The printer uses a trace amount of power even when turned off. To stop all power consumption, turn off the printer and unplug the power cord. *2: Calculation based on ISO 7779. Operating conditions: On the Main sheet of the printer driver, Media Type > Canon Coated Paper, Advanced Settings > Print Priority > Image, and Print Quality > Standard.
Page 907: Print Area
IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex Protocols IPX/SPX (Netware 4.2, 5.1, 6.0), SNMP (Canon-MIB compatible), HTTP, TCP/IP (IPv4/IPv6), AppleTalk For information on the ink the printer supports, see "Ink Tanks." P.806 ➔ Paper For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 908 Print Area iPF8400S Sheets • Printable Area: A margin of 5 mm (0.20 in) on top, 23 mm (0.91 in) on bottom, and 5 mm (0.20 in) on left and right sides is required. • Recommended Print Area: A margin of 20 mm (0.79 in) on top, 23 mm (0.91 in) on bottom, and 5 mm (0.20 in) on left and right sides is required.
Page 909: Appendix
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message...
Page 910: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions iPF8400S Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ................................ 910 Legal Notices ..................................912 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Follow the warnings and precautions below to use the printer safely. Do not perform any operations or procedures other than as described in this manual. Doing so may result in unexpected accidents and can cause a fire or elec- trical shocks.
Page 911: In An Emergency
Safety Precautions iPF8400S In an Emergency • If the printer emits smoke or strange odors, continuing to use the printer may cause a fire or electrical shock. Switch the printer off immediately and remove the power plug from the power outlet. Contact the nearest service center.
Page 912: Legal Notices
For CA, USA Only Included battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for detail. Trademarks Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON INC. • Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. •...
Page 913 Legal Notices iPF8400S Excel, Internet Explorer and PowerPoint are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in • the U.S. and/or other countries. Mac, Mac OS, Bonjour, Safari and OS X are either trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other •...
Page 914: Manuals For This Printer
Manuals for this printer iPF8400S Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer ............................... 914 About This User Manual .............................. 914 Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer This printer has the following manuals. Name...
Page 915 About This User Manual iPF8400S Cross-reference in the same user manual Click the link to jump to the corresponding page. Cross-reference in related manuals Example: Refer to the Paper Reference Guide. Other cross-reference Example: See the printer driver help. •...
Page 916: Disposal Of The Product
WEEE Directive iPF8400S Disposal of the product Disposal of the product WEEE Directive WEEE Directive User's Guide...
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Page 925 Index Menu Operations ............582, 583 Menu Structure ..............586 Accounting ..........658, 659, 662, 666 Additional Settings Pane ........... 336 Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ......51 Navigate ................580 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength ........724 NetWare network ............... 874 Adobe RGB ............
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