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Canon FAX-B155 User Manual

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  • Page 1 USER’S GUIDE ENGLISH...

  • Page 2: How To Use This User's Guide

    Canon and BJ are registered trademarks, and Bubble Jet is a trademark of Canon Inc. Copyright Copyright© 2000 by Canon Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmit- ted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Canon Inc.

  • Page 3: Welcome

    The FAX-B155 has a number of features that make it ideal for small to medium- sized offices with a single telephone line.
  • Page 4 TNV as described in EN60950. Canon recommends that any additional equipment connected in the installation is connected to one of these sockets. Do not connect additional equipment through parallel sockets elsewhere on the telephone line.

  • Page 5: For Your Safety (Australia Only)

    For your safety (Australia only) To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug supplied must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power point which is effectively earthed through the normal household wiring. Extension cords used with the equipment must be three-core and be correctly wired to provide connection to earth. Wrongly wired extension cords are a major cause of fatalities.

  • Page 6: Precautions

    Precautions General _________________________________________ Make sure the place where you set up the fax satisfies the following conditions: Over 32.5 C Under 10 C • Use the fax only within the following temperature and humidity ranges. Ambient temperature: 10 C to 32.5 C Ambient humidity: 10% to 80% RH (no condensation) •...

  • Page 7: Others

    • Never use liquids or drink beverages around the fax. Liquids spilled on the fax can cause a fire or electrical shock. If you accidentally spill a liquid on the fax, unplug it immedi- ately and call your Canon service representative. • To avoid electrical shock from exposed power points, never disassemble the fax. There are no parts or switches in the fax that require adjustment.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 1. SETTING UP 2. PREPARING TO USE YOUR viii How to use this User’s Guide ... ii Welcome ... iii Features ... iii Notice for connection to telecommunication systems in the United Kingdom and the Republic of lreland ... iv For your safety (Australia only) ...
  • Page 9 Table of Contents 3. HANDLING DOCUMENTS 4. MAKING COPIES 5. SENDING FAXES 6. RECEIVING FAXES Registering One-touch Speed Dialling numbers and names ... 36 Registering Coded Speed Dialling numbers and names ... 38 Special dialling ... 39 Registering the access type and the outside line access number .. 40 Using alternative telephone networks (UK only) ...
  • Page 10 Setting the fax Network ... 75 Operation for Network Switch System ... 76 Polling to receive faxes ... 77 Polling a fax machine ... 77 User menu settings ... 80 Settings ... 83 How to change a setting ... 83 Activity reports ...
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Specifications ... 117 Appendix ... 119 Document sizes ...119 What happens when Fax/Tel Mode is selected ... 120 Glossary ... 121 Index ... 125...
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  • Page 13: Setting Up Unpacking ...................................................................... 2 Removing The Shipping Materials

    SETTING UP Unpacking ... 2 Assembling the fax ... 5 Loading the paper ... 7 Installing the BJ cartridge ... 9 Connecting the phone line ... 14 Setting up to receive faxes ... 17 Removing the shipping materials ... 4 Attaching components ...

  • Page 14: Unpacking

    Unpacking As you unpack the fax, save the carton and packing material in case you want to move or ship the unit in the future. Carefully remove all items from the box. It is best to have someone hold the box while you lift the fax and its protective packaging out of the carton.
  • Page 15 If any of these items are damaged or missing, notify your Canon dealer immediately. Main unit Power cord* Faceplate BX-3 BJ FAX cartridge (Attached to the unit) * The shape of the power cord varies depending on the country of purchase.

  • Page 16: Removing The Shipping Materials

    Removing the shipping materials ______________ Remove the shipping materials as shown below. Remove these tapes Open the front cover Remove this tape Pull Open Be sure to also remove any shipping materials from the paper tray cover and the paper tray.

  • Page 17: Assembling The Fax

    Assembling the fax To see how the fax looks fully assembled, see Main components of the fax, p. 24. Attaching components ________________________ Paper Tray Make sure the paper lever is in the position sure the two tabs fit in the appropriate slots on the fax. This symbol indicates the use of a function (envelope...

  • Page 18: Attaching The Optional Handset

    Attaching the optional handset* _______________ * Depending on the country of purchase, the handset may be included with your fax, or may be available as an option. Please note that the shape of your handset may differ from the one shown in this section.

  • Page 19: Loading The Paper

    Loading the paper Selecting the right kind of paper ______________ The quality of the paper you use affects the print quality of the fax. Using paper that meets the following specifications will ensure the best possible printing results. Quality Use plain bond, typewriter quality without curls, folds, or rough edges.
  • Page 20 Align the right edge of the paper stack with the right edge of the paper tray and insert it halfway into the paper tray. Insert the paper stack into the paper tray until it stops. Do not force the paper down into the fax. •...

  • Page 21: Installing The Bj Cartridge

    BJ cartridge guidelines ________________________ Use only the Canon BX-3 BJ FAX cartridge with the FAX-B155. The actual amount of ink that you use will vary depending on the print density of a page.

  • Page 22: Handling The Bj Cartridge

    Handling the BJ cartridge _____________________ • Leave the BJ cartridge in its packaging until you are ready to use it to prevent it from drying out. • Store BJ cartridges out of the reach of children. The ink contains isopropyl alcohol 67-63-0.

  • Page 23: Installing The Bj Cartridge

    Installing the BJ cartridge _____________________ Open the front cover of the fax. Remove the print head cap from the BJ cartridge. Installing the BJ cartridge Raise the green cartridge release lever. Thickness lever Make sure the paper thickness lever is set to the paper position (left position).
  • Page 24 Insert the BJ cartridge. Align the slot in the cartridge with the yellow post in the fax. The yellow post (BJ cartridge guide) should be visible through the slot. The BJ cartridge tilts slightly to the left in the loaded position. Close the front cover of the fax.
  • Page 25 The fax automatically prints a test page. The fax prints a test page every time you insert a BJ cartridge. T h i s i s a t e s t s h e e t d e s i g n e d t o t e s t t h e p r i n t q u a l i t y o f t h i s u n i t . P l e a s e r e f e r t o t h e t e s t p a t t e r n s b e l o w .

  • Page 26: Connecting The Phone Line

    Connecting a telephone _______________________ Connect the end of the telephone cord to the jack. Users in the UK only: When you connect a telephone, be sure to connect the B.T. adaptor. Contact your Canon supplier for more information. B.T. adaptor UK only...

  • Page 27: Connecting The Optional Handset

    Users in the UK only: When you connect an extension phone or answering machine, be sure to connect the B.T. adaptor. Contact your Canon supplier for more information. Connecting the phone line Both handsets have exactly the same functions and performance.

  • Page 28: Setting The Tel Line Type

    Setting the TEL LINE TYPE* ___________________ Your fax is factory set to work with rotary pulse telephone lines**. If you have a tone line, you will need to change the telephone line setting as follows. * TEL LINE TYPE cannot be set in Norway and Denmark. ** The factory setting for the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore is TOUCH TONE.

  • Page 29: Setting Up To Receive Faxes

    Setting up to receive faxes Selecting the receiving mode __________________ Before you set up the receiving mode on your fax, you should determine how you plan to use your fax: Are you able to dedicate the use of one telephone line to the fax only to receive document transmissions from other fax machines? If yes, choose Fax Only Mode (see below).

  • Page 30: Fax Only Mode

    Make sure the fax is set to “Fax Only Mode” (see above). The fax assumes all incoming calls are from another fax machine sending a document. It receives the documents automatically. Receive Mode...

  • Page 31: Fax/Tel Mode

    Fax/Tel Mode ___________________________________ If you only have one phone line in your office, you can set the fax to receive both documents and telephone calls. You need to have the optional handset or an extension phone connected to your fax for this mode. See pp. 14 and 15. Setting Fax/Tel Mode The fax is set up at the factory to this mode.

  • Page 32: Manual Mode

    You can set the fax to ring every time it receives a call so that you can personally check if it is from a fax machine or from a person. Keep in mind that you cannot use Manual Mode if a document is in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) waiting to be sent.

  • Page 33: Ans. Machine Mode

    Ans. Machine Mode ____________________________ Use Ans. Machine Mode if you have an answering machine connected to the fax. By setting this mode, you can receive documents automatically, and messages from people calling when you are out. See p. 15 for details on connecting an answering machine to your fax. Recording the outgoing message When recording a message...
  • Page 34 Set your answering machine to answer. The fax allows the answering machine to answer, then listens for a fax tone, and switches to receive mode automatically if it detects the tone. If the fax runs out of paper or ink, it receives the document and stores it in memory.

  • Page 35: Your Fax

    PREPARING TO USE YOUR FAX Main components of the fax ... 24 Fax controls — the Operation Panel ... 26 Registering your name and number ... 28 Registering One-touch Speed Dialling numbers and names ... 36 Registering Coded Speed Dialling numbers and names ...

  • Page 36: Main Components Of The Fax

    Main components of the fax Front view ______________________________________ Extension For use with legal-size documents Paper tray Automatic document feeder (ADF) Paper tray cover/ document tray Document guide Operation panel Use the operation panel buttons to operate the fax. Front cover Speaker...

  • Page 37: Rear View

    Rear view _______________________________________ Power cord connector Handset jack Main components of the fax Telephone line jack Extension phone jack...

  • Page 38: Preparing To Use Your Fax Fax Controls - The Operation Panel

    Fax controls — the Operation Panel PQRS WXYZ PQRS WXYZ Function Press Report Press to print a transaction report, a list of registered numbers, or a list of settings. Send Options Press to select a transmission mode. Cleaning Press to clean the BJ cartridge print head. Press to access an outside line.
  • Page 39 LCD Display Displays messages and prompts during operation. Displays selectable functions, numbers, and names when registering information. Receive Mode Volume Coded Dial Function Start/Copy Hook Hook Hook Press to engage or disengage the telephone line (hands-free dialling). Start/Copy Start/Copy Press to start sending, receiving and copying. This button is also used for data entry operations.

  • Page 40: Registering Your Name And Number

    Registering your name and number You should now register the time, date, and your name and fax number, which will appear at the top of every page you send. Moving through the main menus _______________ The fax includes a menu system that you use to register information and select fax and telephone operations.

  • Page 41: Entering A Number

    After selecting or entering a value, press [Start/Copy]. Repeat steps 4 and 5 as needed. When the operation is complete, press [Stop]. Registration ends and the fax returns to standby mode. After 60 seconds of no operation panel input, the fax returns to standby mode and any unregistered changes are lost.

  • Page 42: Entering A Name

    Then press [ ] to switch to lowercase or uppercase entry mode. Press the numeric button repeatedly until the character you want appears in the display. For example, to enter Canon 1: Press the appropriate numeric button repeatedly until the desired character appears.
  • Page 43 The next character is a space. Simply press [Space]. Press [Space] once. Canon _ The next character is a digit. Press the numeric button corresponding to the digit. (For digits other than 0 and 1, press repeatedly until the digit appears.) Press [1] once.

  • Page 44: Personalising Your Fax

    It also includes the total number of pages sent if you send the document from memory. CANON F A X CANON U S A FAX SAPORS LANE - BOOLE - DORSET - BH 25 8 ER TELEPHONE DOOLE ( 945 13 ) 51617...

  • Page 45: Registering The Date And Time

    Registering the date and time __________________ Follow the steps below to set the date and time for your fax. The date and time appear in the LCD display as well as on the documents you send. Press [Function]. Wait a second for TEL REGISTRATION to appear. Use [ ] or [ ] to select USER SETTINGS.

  • Page 46: Registering Your Telephone/Fax Number And Name

    Enter the time using the numeric buttons. Set the time using the 24-hour clock system. Precede single digits with a zero. Example: 07:30 = 7:30 a.m. 17:05 = 5:05 p.m. Press [Start/Copy] when you finish entering the new time. Press [Stop]. Registration ends and the fax returns to standby.
  • Page 47 Press [Stop]. Registration ends and the fax returns to standby. Registering your name and number ENTER YOUR TEL Start/Copy TEL= TEL= 1234 5678 Space Clear Start/Copy DATA ENTRY OK USER NAME Start/Copy CANON FAX PQRS WXYZ Start/Copy DATA ENTRY OK Stop...

  • Page 48: Registering One-Touch Speed Dialling Numbers And Names

    Registering One-touch Speed Dialling numbers and names The quickest way to dial a fax number is to use One-touch Speed Dialling. This allows you to dial a number by pressing a single button. Before you can use One- touch Speed Dialling, you must register the receiving number with your fax. One-touch Speed Dialling assigns a fax number (up to 50 digits) to a One-touch Speed Dialling button (01 to 10).
  • Page 49 One-touch buttons. Fit the 4 tabs of the faceplate into the corresponding slots around the One-touch button area. Start/Copy DATA ENTRY OK 1-TOUCH SPD NAME 03=_ 03=CANON PQRS WXYZ Start/Copy DATA ENTRY OK Stop...

  • Page 50: Registering Coded Speed Dialling Numbers And Names

    Registering Coded Speed Dialling numbers and names Use Coded Speed Dialling to dial a fax number at the press of three buttons. Each two-digit (01-20) Coded Speed Dialling number can contain a fax number. You can register up to 20 locations with each number containing up to 50 digits. You can also register the name of the party (up to 16 characters);...

  • Page 51: Special Dialling

    Special dialling This section explains how to dial through a switchboard, dial long distance numbers, register your number to an outside line and confirm a dial tone. Dialling through a switchboard (PBX) A PBX (private branch exchange) is an on-site telephone switchboard. If your fax is connected through a switchboard, dial an outside line access number first.

  • Page 52: Registering The Access Type And The Outside Line Access Number

    Registering the access type and the outside line access number _____________________________ When the fax is connected to a PBX or other telephone switching system, you can register the access type and outside access line number under the [R] button. Once you have registered them, you simply need to press [R] before dialling a fax or telephone number.
  • Page 53 If you chose PREFIX in step 5, enter the outside line access number (up to 19 digits) using the numeric buttons and then press [Redial/Pause]. Press [Start/Copy]. Press [Stop]. If you want to use the [05] button for One-touch Speed Dialling instead of using it for registering the access type and outside line access number, follow steps 1 to 3.

  • Page 54: Using Alternative Telephone Networks (Uk Only)

    The procedures described in this chapter show you how to use your fax with these Services of Cable and Wireless Communications Limited. For details on using your fax with alternative telephone services, contact your Canon authorised representa- tive. Attaching the M label___________________________ Before operating the fax, attach the M label as shown below.

  • Page 55: Access Code

    Use [ ] or [ ] to select M-KEY SETTING. Press [Start/Copy]. Use [ ] or [ ] to select ON. Press [Start/Copy] twice. Enter the access code (up to 19 digits) using the numeric buttons. Press [Redial/Pause]. Press [Start/Copy] twice. Enter the ID code (up to 19 digits) using the numeric buttons.

  • Page 56: Sending With A Registered Long-Distance Service

    If you want to use the [10] button for One-touch Speed Dialling instead of using it for registering an alternative telephone network, follow steps 1 to 3, pp 42 and 43. Then use the search buttons to display OFF, and press [Start/Copy]. The [10] button can now be used for One-touch Speed Dialling. Sending with a registered long-distance service Feed the document face-down into the Auto- matic Document Feeder (ADF).

  • Page 57: Registering Speed Dialling With The M Button

    Registering speed dialling with the M button __ Follow this procedure to enter your access code and ID code when you register a number for One-touch or Coded Speed dialling. This allows you to send documents over the Services provided by Cable and Wireless Communications Limited at the press of one or a few buttons.
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  • Page 59: Handling Documents

    HANDLING DOCUMENTS Preparing documents ... 48 Types of documents you can scan ... 48 Loading the document ... 49 Setting the resolution and density ... 51...

  • Page 60: Preparing Documents

    Preparing documents Types of documents you can scan ______________ Size The fax can scan standard A4, letter, or legal size documents. Thickness Each sheet of the document should be of the same thickness and between 0.08 mm and 0.13 mm thick with a paper weight between 75 g/m Effective image size The actual scanned image size for the fax is shown below.

  • Page 61: Loading The Document

    Loading the document __________________________ For a multipage document, tap the document on a flat surface to even the stack. You can load up to 20 A4 or letter size sheets, or 10 legal size sheets at a time into the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF).

  • Page 62: Adding Pages To The Document

    Adding pages to the document You can load up to 20 A4 or letter size sheets, or 10 legal size sheets at a time into the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF). For longer documents, wait until the twentieth sheet has started feeding, then load up to 20 more sheets (10 for legal size).

  • Page 63: Setting The Resolution And Density

    Setting the resolution and density______________ You can control the resolution and density of the fax reproduction when sending or copying documents. What is resolution Resolution defines the quality of the document reproduction. STANDARD is enough for most text documents. Documents with very fine print should be set to FINE. Documents with photographs should be set to PHOTO.
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  • Page 65: Making Copies

    MAKING COPIES Copying documents ... 54...

  • Page 66: Copying Documents

    Copying documents One of the convenient features of the fax is its ability to make high quality copies. You can make up to 99 copies of one document at a time. Feed the document face-down into the Auto- matic Document Feeder (ADF). See Loading the document, p.
  • Page 67 SENDING FAXES Preparing to send a document ... 56 Sending documents ... 57 Delayed Sending ... 63 Sequential Broadcasting ... 66 Sending methods ... 56 Dialling methods ... 56 Direct Sending ... 57 Manual Sending ... 57 Automatic Dialling ... 58 Memory Sending ...

  • Page 68: Sending

    Preparing to send a document Before you send a document please refer to: Types of documents you can scan, p. 48. Loading the document, p. 49. Adding pages to the document, p. 50. Setting the resolution and density, p. 51. Sending methods _______________________________ Direct Sending (See p.

  • Page 69: Sending Documents

    Sending documents Direct Sending __________________________________ To scan and transmit a document one page at a time without storing it in memory first, follow the steps below. This procedure is called “Direct Sending”. Use Direct Sending if you want to visually confirm that the fax scans the document. Each page is scanned as it is sent.

  • Page 70: Automatic Dialling

    One-touch Speed Dialling button or press [Coded Dial] and re-enter the code. If an error message appears on the LCD, correct the error and press [Stop]. If necessary, refer to Frequently asked questions, p. 106. FINE CANON FAX 12345678999 Coded Dial CANON FAX 12345678999...

  • Page 71: Memory Sending

    You can send up to 21 A4-size pages at a time with Memory Sending (based on the Canon FAX Standard Chart No.1- standard resolution). If the memory becomes full while scanning your document, MEMORY FULL is displayed on the LCD.

  • Page 72: Cancelling Sending

    Cancelling Sending _____________________________ To stop sending before the fax is finished, press [Stop]. Then you may need to open the operation panel to remove the document. See Clearing document jams, p. 62. Redialling _______________________________________ Manual To start dialling again, just press [Redial/Pause]. (When you press [Redial/Pause], the previous number dialled with the numeric buttons is redialled.) Automatic The fax automatically redials twice* after the first attempt at sending fails (e.g.

  • Page 73: Messages Displayed During Sending

    TRANSMIT 7893456 Other party’s number Other party’s name CANON INC. (For some models, the other party’s name may not be displayed.) After the document is sent, the fax beeps once and the display tells you when the transmission has ended.

  • Page 74: Clearing Document Jams (Ejecting A Document From The Adf)

    Clearing document jams (ejecting a document from the ADF) __________________________________ Removing a jammed sheet Hold down the fax with your left hand, and gently pull the operation panel with your right hand. Do not press on the LCD display. Gently push the operation panel shut until it clicks.

  • Page 75: Delayed Sending

    Delayed Sending Your fax can send documents automatically at a preset time. This allows you to take advantage of lower late night long-distance rates offered by some telephone companies. You can use any dialling method to dial fax numbers to send a document to up to 31 locations at a preset time.

  • Page 76: Sending Other Documents While The Fax Is Set For Delayed Sending

    Press [Start/Copy]. Dial the other party’s fax number. You can enter the other party’s fax number using the numeric buttons, One-touch Speed Dialling (see p. 58), or Coded Speed Dialling (see p. 58). If you use the numeric buttons, press [Start/Copy] after entering the number to register it before going on to the next number.

  • Page 77: Cancelling Delayed Sending

    Cancelling Delayed Sending ____________________ Press [Function]. Wait a second for TEL REGISTRATION to appear. Press [Send Options]. Use [ ] or [ ] to select DELAYED TX. Press [Start/Copy]. Wait a second for SET TIME to appear. Press [Clear]. Press [Start/Copy]. Delayed Sending is cancelled.

  • Page 78: Sequential Broadcasting

    You can also include one location using Regular dialling. Remember that when using regular dialling, you must press [Start/Copy] after entering the number. You can send up to 21 A4-size pages (based on the Canon FAX Standard Chart No.1-standard resolution).
  • Page 79 Receiving while registering, copying or printing ... 72 Setting the fax for Network Switch ... 73 Operation for Network Switch System ... 74 Setting the fax Network ... 75 Operation for Network Switch System ... 76 Polling a fax machine ... 77...

  • Page 80: Receiving Documents

    You may want to set your fax to Manual Mode if you want to personally monitor every call, whether from a fax machine or a person. For Manual Mode, you need to have the optional handset or an extension phone connected to your fax.

  • Page 81: Receiving Documents In Fax Only Mode

    You can set the fax to monitor all incoming calls over the fax/telephone line. When the fax receives an incoming call, it checks to see if the call is from another fax machine trying to send a document or from someone wanting to talk to you. You need to have the optional handset or an extension phone connected to your fax for this mode.

  • Page 82: Receiving Documents In Ans. Machine Mode

    If the call is from a person, the caller can leave a message. If the call is from a fax machine, your fax receives the document automatically. See p. 15 for instructions on how to connect the answering machine to the fax.

  • Page 83: Receiving Documents In Memory

    Cause: A paper jam has occurred. REC. PAPER JAM Action: Clear the jam, then press [Stop]. (See The fax can store up to 15 A4-size pages (based on the Canon FAX Standard Chart No.1). When the memory contains documents, the LCD displays REC’D IN MEMORY alternating with the error message.

  • Page 84: Printing Documents In Memory

    Printing documents in memory ________________ Except when you run out of paper, the fax will automatically print out the contents stored in memory when you remedy the cause of the problem. If running out of recording paper caused memory reception, add recording paper and press [Stop] to begin printing the stored page(s).

  • Page 85: Telstra Faxstream™ Duet (Australia Only)

    Telstra FaxStream™ Duet (Australia only) Telstra offers the FaxStream™ Duet capability. If you subscribe to this service, your line is assigned two numbers: one for fax and one for phone. When the fax number is called, the network sends a specific ringing tone which your unit recognises and automatically handles as a fax call.

  • Page 86: Operation For Network Switch System

    Pick up the handset and talk normally. If you hear a slow beep, it means the call is from a fax machine trying to send a document. Press [Start/Copy] to receive the document. If you do not pick up the handset, the fax continues to ring until the other party hangs up.

  • Page 87: Telecom Faxability (New Zealand Only)

    Telecom FaxAbility (New Zealand only) Telecom N.Z. offers the FaxAbility capability. If you subscribe to this service, your line is assigned two numbers: one for fax and one for phone. When the fax number is called, the network sends a specific ringing tone which your unit recognises and automatically handles as a fax call.

  • Page 88: Operation For Network Switch System

    Pick up the handset and talk normally. If you hear a slow beep, it means the call is from a fax machine trying to send a document. Press [Start/Copy] to receive the document. If you do not pick up the handset, the fax continues to ring until the other party hangs up.

  • Page 89: Polling To Receive Faxes

    When you hear a high pitch tone, press [Start/Copy]. Your fax begins receiving the document. If the other party is using a Canon fax machine which has the Polling ID function, ask them to set the Polling ID of their fax machine to 255 (11111111 binary number).
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  • Page 91 SETTINGS AND ACTIVITY REPORTS User menu settings ... 80 Settings ... 83 Activity reports ... 89 Restricting use of the fax ... 95 How to change a setting ... 83 How to print a report ... 89 Activity management report ... 90 One-touch Speed Dialling list ...

  • Page 92: Settings

    User menu settings The following illustrates the user menu settings in hierarchical order. The TEL REGISTRATION, USER SETTINGS, REPORT SETTINGS, TX SETTINGS, RX SETTINGS, FAX PRINTER, and SYSTEM SETTINGS menus comprise the items shown on the following pages. Take a few minutes to familiarise yourself with the user menu settings. Function SELECT MENU Whenever you make a change to a setting, press [Start/Copy] and confirm that...
  • Page 93 The TEL REGISTRATION menu contains the following settings. TEL REGISTRATION The USER SETTINGS menu contains the following settings. USER SETTINGS *TEL LINE TYPE cannot be set in Norway and Denmark. The REPORT SETTINGS menu contains the following settings. REPORT SETTINGS The TX SETTINGS menu contains the following settings.
  • Page 94 The RX SETTINGS menu contains the following settings. RX SETTINGS The FAX PRINTER menu contains the following settings. FAX PRINTER The SYSTEM SETTINGS menu contains the following settings. SYSTEM SETTINGS Start/Copy Start/Copy Start/Copy ECM RX FAX/TEL SWITCH INCOMING RING MAN/AUTO SWITCH REMOTE RX MEMORY RX (Australia and New...

  • Page 95: Settings

    Settings The fax has seven sets of settings that control its various modes of operation. The settings and how to change them are described below. How to change a setting ________________________ There are two basic types of settings, selectable settings and numeric entry settings. The following example shows how to make both types of changes.

  • Page 96: Ring Count

    Press [Start/Copy]. Use the numeric buttons to enter a new ring count, for example, 3. Press [Start/Copy]. Press [Stop] to finish registration and return to standby mode. Start/Copy DATA ENTRY OK RING COUNT Start/Copy DATA ENTRY OK Stop...

  • Page 97: Settings Settings

    TEL REGISTRATION Factory settings are in bold. For instructions on how to change a setting, refer to How to change a setting, pp. 83 and 84. Name Description See Registering One-touch Speed Dialling numbers and 1-TOUCH DIAL names, p. 36. See Registering Coded Speed Dialling numbers and names, CODED DIAL p.

  • Page 98: Report Settings

    Name TEL LINE TYPE* PSTN/PBX SET PSTN M-KEY SETTING (UK only) ACCESS CODE ID CODE * TEL LINE TYPE cannot be set in Norway and Denmark. ** TOUCH TONE is the factory setting in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. REPORT SETTINGS Factory settings are in bold.
  • Page 99 TX SETTINGS Factory settings are in bold. For instructions on how to change a setting, refer to How to change a setting, pp. 83 and 84. Name Description Enable/disable error correction during transmission. ECM TX Set the length of the pause you insert into a dialling MID PAUSE SET sequence.

  • Page 100: System Settings

    FAX PRINTER Factory settings are in bold. For instructions on how to change a setting, refer to How to change a setting, pp. 83 and 84. Name PAPER SIZE RX REDUCTION REDUCTION RATE SEL. REDUCE DIR PRT DIRECTION INKSAVER SYSTEM SETTINGS Factory settings are in bold.

  • Page 101: Activity Reports

    Activity reports Your fax keeps track of most of its sending and receiving operations. These operations can be printed out in the form of activity reports that can help you confirm the dates and times of facsimile transmissions and whether or not each transaction was successful.

  • Page 102: Activity Management Report

    Activity management report ____________________ Summarises the information for the sending and receiving activities of your fax after 20 transactions. For automatic printing see ACTIVITY REPORT in REPORT SETTINGS, p. 86. 1 5 / 0 9 / 2 0 0 0 1 0 : 1 2 FAX 3 2 1 4 5 6 7 7 7 7 S T A R T T I M E C O N N E C T I O N T E L C O N N E C T I O N I D...

  • Page 103: One-Touch Speed Dialling List

    One-touch Speed Dialling list ___________________ Lists the information for each of the registered One-touch Speed Dialling numbers. 1 5 / 0 9 / 2 0 0 0 1 0 : 1 2 FAX 3 2 1 4 5 6 7 7 7 7 S D # C O N N E C T I O N T E L [ 0 1 ]...

  • Page 104: User's Data List

    See TX REPORT in REPORT SETTINGS, p. 86. You can set the fax to print the first page of the documents. Valid only for memory transmissions. See TX CONFIRM REP. in REPORT SETTINGS, p. 86. CANON FAX _ _ _ _ 3 2 1...

  • Page 105: Rx (Receiving) Report

    If you set the fax to print activity reports (TX REPORT or RX REPORT) and then use Sequential Broadcasting, a Multi-activity report will be printed instead of the activity report (Sending). See TX REPORT in REPORT SETTINGS, p. 86. CANON FAX P 0 1 0 0 2 6...

  • Page 106: Memory Clear Report

    CANON FAX C O N N E C T I O N T E L P A G E S...

  • Page 107: Restricting Use Of The Fax

    Restricting use of the fax Use the lock feature of the FAX-B155 to prevent unauthorised use of the fax. When the lock feature is on, your fax cannot be used to send faxes without entering the registered password. To restrict access to the LOCK PHONE setting, you need to register a password. Set the password and LOCK PHONE setting as explained below.

  • Page 108: Changing The Access Password

    Enter the current four-digit access password using the numeric buttons. The password is not displayed as you enter it. Press [Start/Copy]. Use [ ] or [ ] to select ON. Press [Start/Copy]. Press [Stop]. Changing the access password _________________ Follow steps 1 to 3 on p. 95. OLD appears in the display.

  • Page 109: Cancelling The Restriction Setting

    Cancelling the restriction setting _______________ Follow steps 1 and 2 on p. 95. Press [Start/Copy]. Use [ ] or [ ] to select LOCK PHONE. Press [Start/Copy]. Enter the current four-digit access password using the numeric buttons. The password is not displayed as you enter it. Press [Start/Copy].
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  • Page 111 SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Paper jams ... 100 Periodic care ... 102 Frequently asked questions... 106 Print quality problems ... 111 Error codes, messages and solutions ... 112 In case of a power failure ... 115 Specifications ... 117 Appendix ... 119 Glossary ...

  • Page 112: Paper Jams

    Paper jams Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) jams _______ To remove a jammed document Hold down the fax with your left hand, and gently pull the operation panel with your right hand. Do not push the LCD display. Gently push the operation panel shut until it clicks.

  • Page 113: Recording Paper Jams

    Recording paper jams___________________________ To remove jammed paper Remove the paper tray cover. Open the front cover. Close the front cover. Remove the recording paper. Pull the sheet out slowly from the top or bottom. Load the paper (see Loading the paper, p.

  • Page 114: Periodic Care

    Periodic care Cleaning the fax exterior _______________________ To keep the exterior of the fax clean, gently wipe the fax with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water. Never use thinner, benzene, alcohol or any other organic solvent, as it may damage the surface of the fax.

  • Page 115: Cleaning The Printer Area

    Cleaning the printer area _______________________ Clean the printer area regularly to prevent accumulation of paper dust and ink spots. To clean the printer area Disconnect the power cord. Clean the printer area with a soft, dry cloth. Platen Roller Remove any ink mist or paper debris from the interior of the printer using a soft cloth.

  • Page 116: Cleaning The Bj Cartridge Print Head

    Cleaning the BJ cartridge print head ___________ To maintain the best possible print quality, the BJ cartridge print head needs to be cleaned from time to time. If you notice some degradation in the print quality, try cleaning the print head. Cleaning the print head consumes a small amount of ink.

  • Page 117: Replacing The Bj Cartridge

    Replacing the BJ cartridge______________________ Replace the BJ cartridge when you see the message CHANGE CARTRIDGE displayed. Open the front cover of the fax. Remove the cartridge. Dispose of the BJ cartridge properly. You may want to place it in a plastic bag to keep from spilling any residual ink.

  • Page 118: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently asked questions Refer to this section if you experience trouble operating your fax. TRANSMITTING Cannot send a document? Is the fax set for the type of telephone line in use (pulse/tone)? Has the document been fed correctly into the fax? Is the One-touch or Coded Speed Dialling number you used registered for the feature you...

  • Page 119: Receiving

    RECEIVING Cannot receive a document automatically? Is the fax set to receive automatically? The fax won’t switch automatically between telephone and fax transmissions. Is “Fax/Tel” displayed on the LCD? Cannot receive a document manually? Is an extension phone connected to your fax? Is a document fed into the fax? Did you press [Start/Copy] after hanging up the handset?

  • Page 120: Nothing Prints

    Print quality poor? Are you using the correct type of paper? Is the fax unit’s BJ cartridge out of ink? Cannot receive using Error Correction Mode (ECM)? Does the other party’s fax support ECM? Is your fax set for ECM receiving? Nothing prints? Did you remove the orange tape from the BJ cartridge before you installed it in the fax?

  • Page 121: Telephone

    TELEPHONE Cannot dial? Is the telephone line connected to the fax? Is the fax set for the type of telephone line in use (pulse/tone)? Does the phone disconnect while you are talking on the line? Is “AnsMode” displayed on the LCD? COPYING Cannot make a copy? Was the [Hook] button pressed?

  • Page 122: General

    GENERAL Sending and receiving documents too slow? When sending, is the document mode set to FINE or PHOTO? Is your fax set for ECM sending or receiving? Cannot get faxes from information services? Is your fax connected to a rotary dial telephone line? Nothing shows on the display? Is the power plug firmly plugged in?

  • Page 123: Print Quality Problems

    Print quality problems If the printout is unsatisfactory, consider the following suggestions: Most paper has a right side and a wrong side. If the print quality is poor, try turning the paper over and printing on the other side. If characters and images are blurred, check that you are using the correct kind of paper.

  • Page 124: Error Codes, Messages And Solutions

    Error codes, messages and solutions The following table summarises the error codes that appear on Activity reports (see p. 89), the displayed messages and what to do for each error. Message BUSY/NO SIGNAL CHANGE CARTRIDGE CHECK DOCUMENT CHECK PRINTER CHECK REC PAPER Error Code Cause #005/018...

  • Page 125: Memory Full

    Message Error Code DOC. TOO LONG #003 HANG UP PHONE – MEMORY FULL #037 MULTI TRANS. ON – NO RX PAPER #012 NO TEL # #022 Error codes, messages and solutions Cause Action It took more than 32 Divide the document and minutes to send or send or copy each part copy a document.
  • Page 126 Message OUT OF RANGE PUT IN CARTRIDGE REC’D IN MEMORY REC.PAPER JAM REDIALING START AGAIN STOP KEY PRESSED TALK TIMER Error Code Cause The number you entered is out of range. The BJ cartridge is – not installed. – The paper or ink ran out, or a paper jam occurred, so the fax received the docu-...

  • Page 127: In Case Of A Power Failure

    In case of a power failure The user data settings and registered data for One-touch Speed Dialling and Coded Speed Dialling are saved during a power failure using a built-in battery. However, documents stored in the fax memory will be deleted. If a power failure occurs or the power is turned off, the fax will automatically print a Memory Clear Report as soon as the power is turned on or the power is restored.
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  • Page 129: Paper Type

    Coded Speed Dialling (Registration for 20 numbers) 216 mm 210 mm 148 mm 210 mm 279 mm 356 mm 8.00 dots/mm Standard: 3.85 lines/mm Fine: 7.70 lines/mm to 90 g/m Based on the Canon FAX Standard Chart No.1, Standard mode.
  • Page 130 Power consumption: Operating environment: Dimensions: Weight: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications Type: Canon BX-3 (single cartridge ink supply) Ink colour: Black Print head: 64 bubble jet nozzles Approx. 29 ml 200–240 V/50–60 Hz Standby: Approx. 8 W 20 C room temp.

  • Page 131: Document Sizes

    Document sizes The following illustrations show the maximum and minimum document sizes that can be fed into the fax. 216 mm Up to a maximum of 32 minutes for sending each page 1 m in length The actual scanned image size for the fax is shown below. 208 mm 1.0 3.5 mm The margin on either side of the sheet and the margin on the top and bottom are not...

  • Page 132: What Happens When Fax/Tel Mode Is Selected

    What happens when Fax/Tel Mode is selected Type of call Tel. charges begin for caller. RING START TIME (Factory setting = 8 sec.) F/T RING TIME (Factory setting = 22 sec.) Receive (Factory setting) and Disconnect Not all fax machines are capable of sending a FAX TONE.

  • Page 133: Glossary

    This printing method provides a fast speed. See also Unidirectional printing. Bits per second. Refers to the speed with which a fax machine sends and receives data. Bubble Jet printing An ink-jet type printing method that heats the ink to the boiling point to form a bubble.
  • Page 134 The button that engages and disengages the telephone line. Ink cartridge The special type of ink cartridge used with Canon Bubble Jet fax machines. The ink cartridge for the fax includes the print head and ink. Use the BX-3 cartridge only.
  • Page 135 Manual redialling When you use Regular dialling, you can redial a num- ber manually simply by pressing [Redial/Pause] on the operation panel. The last number called is the number redialled. Memory Sending Scans a document into memory before the fax dials the numbers and sends it.
  • Page 136 STANDARD A document setting for sending normal typewritten or printed documents containing only text and no drawings, photographs, or illustrations. Standby The mode in which the fax is on and ready to use. All operations start from standby mode when the LCD displays the date and time.

  • Page 137: Index

    Activity management report automatic print out of, 86 explanation, 90 Activity report automatic print out of, 86 errors and, 112 explanation, 89, 92, 93 turning on/off, 86 Adding pages when sending, 50 Adjusting pause time, 39, 87 Alarm volume of, 85 Answering machine connecting, 15 receiving documents and, 70...
  • Page 138 Frequently asked questions, Handset attaching, 6 connecting, 15 cartridge. See Bubble-Jet cartridge Ink saver function, 86, 88 Installing answering machine, 15 Bubble-Jet cartridge, 11 extension phone, 15 paper, 7 Jack answering machine, 15 extension phone, 15 telephone line, 14 Jams document, 62, 100 paper, 62, 100, 101 Lightening documents, 51, 85...
  • Page 139 Sending Activity report when, 92 adding pages while, 50 at a preset time, 63 clearing document jams when, 62 darkening documents when, 51, 85 Delayed, 63 Direct, 57 documents with fine lines, 51 documents with photos/ illustrations, 51 ECM, 87 feeding documents for, 49 lightening documents when, 51, 85...
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