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Reference Guide Reference Guide Please read this guide before operating this equipment. After you finish reading this guide, store it in a safe place for future reference.
Laser Safety This machine complies with 21 CFR Chapter 1 Subchapter J as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the machine does not produce hazardous laser radiation. Since radiation emitted inside the fax is completely confined within protective housings, and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Customer Support ...1-1 Important Safety Instructions ...1-1 Main Components of the Machine ...1-4 Operation Panel ...1-6 Standby Display ...1-7 Energy Saver Mode ...1-8 Setting the Energy Saver Mode Manually ...1-8 Restoring from the Energy Saver Mode ...1-8 Chapter 2: Paper Handling Print Media Requirements...2-1 Printable Areas...2-2...
Type Conventions Used in This Guide Please read the list below of symbols, terms, and abbreviations used in this guide. • Indicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to death or injury to persons if not performed correctly. In order to use the machine safely, always pay attention to these warnings. •...
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Before you unpack your new copier, CALL 1-800-828-4040 for help with set-up and operation. You can also register your copier with us. Call the Canon USA Consumer Information Center between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday, except holidays.
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Legal Limitation on Usage of Your Product and the Use of Images Using your product to scan, print or otherwise reproduce certain documents, and the use of such images as scanned, printed or otherwise reproduced by your product, may be prohibited by law and may result in criminal and/or civil liability.
Chapter 1 Introduction Customer Support Your machine is designed with the latest technology to provide trouble-free operation. If you encounter a problem with the machine’s operation, try to solve it by using the information in Chapter 6. If you cannot solve the problem or if you think your machine needs servicing, contact your service representative.
• Make sure the location is not affected by extreme temperature changes, and always stays between 68°F and 77°F (20°C and 25°C). • Make sure the relative humidity of the area is between 40% and 70%. • Keep the machine away from direct sunlight. •...
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I Handling • Do not drop paper clips, staples, or other metal objects inside the machine. Also do not spill water, liquid or inflammable substances inside the machine. If these items come into contact with high-voltage parts inside of the machine, it may result in a fire or electrical shock. If these items are dropped or spilled in the machine, unplug the power cord immediately with dry hands.
Main Components of the Machine This section describes the main components of the machine. Front View ADF (AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER) PLATEN UNIT LEVER ADF ROLLER PLATEN UNIT PLATEN GLASS OPERATION PANEL OUTPUT TRAY PAPER CASSETTE Inside View CARTRIDGE COVER CARTRIDGE MULTI-PURPOSE TRAY RIGHT COVER...
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Front View of the ADF ADF (AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER) DOCUMENT FEEDER TRAY DOCUMENT OUTPUT SLOT DOCUMENT OUTPUT TRAY FEEDER COVER SLIDE GUIDE...
Operation Panel This section describes keys used when making copies and setting the additional functions. I imageCLASS D780 Additional Functions Key Collate Key 2 on 1 Key COPY Key Numeric Keys 4 (–), e (+) Keys Exposure Key Paper Select Key Enlarge/Reduce Key Image Quality Key Set Key...
I imageCLASS D760/D761 Standby Display The standby display differs depending on which mode is selected. The standby display in Copy Mode is as follows: I Copy Mode Copy Ratio Paper Size Exposure Image Quality • When the machine is plugged in, the LCD displays PLEASE WAIT for a while, then the Copy Mode NOTE standby display appears.
Energy Saver Mode This machine provides an energy saver function. When no operations are performed for about 5 minutes, the machine automatically enters the energy saver mode. • The time until the machine enters the energy saver mode can be specified in the range from 3 minutes NOTE to 30 minutes.
Paper Handling Print Media Requirements For high-quality copies, we recommend using paper and transparencies recommended by Canon. Some types of paper available at office supply stores may not be suitable for this machine. If you have any questions about paper and transparencies, consult your dealer or Canon Customer Relations.
Please note that the term “printing area” represents both the recommended area for optimum print quality and the entire area where the machine can technically print. Printing area (light shade) : Canon recommends that you print within this area. I Paper 0.20 (5 mm)
Loading Paper Loading Paper in the Cassette This section describes how to load paper in the cassette. To make copies on any other size paper, → p. 2-5. • When loading paper, take care not to cut your hands on the edges of the paper. CAUTION Grip the cassette handle, and pull it out towards you until the cassette comes to a...
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Closing the cassette When closing the cassette, make sure to push it in completely as far as it will go. If copying is performed when the cassette is not pushed in completely, it will cause a paper jam. If copy paper is sticking out of the cassette Sometimes, when you pull out the cassette, paper may stick out, as shown in the illustration below.
Adjusting a Cassette to Hold a Different Paper Size If you want to load a different paper size in the cassette, follow the procedure described below to adjust the cassette guides. You can adjust the cassette to hold the following standard paper sizes : LGL and LTR. If you want to make copies on any other size paper, use the multi-purpose tray.
• Some types of paper may not feed properly into the multi-purpose tray. For high- quality copies, be sure to use the paper and transparencies recommended by Canon. (→ p. 2-1) • Load transparencies one by one. • When making copies of a small size document or thick paper, etc., the copy...
Loading Envelopes in the Multi-purpose Tray • The recommended envelopes are US COMMERCIAL 10, MONARCH, EUROPEAN DL, ISO-B5, NOTE ISO-C5, YOGATA #4 or YOGATA #2 envelopes. Using other envelopes may affect the quality of the copy image. Arrange the stack of envelopes on a firm, clean surface, and press down firmly on the edges to make the folds crisp.
Chapter 3 Document Handling Documents You Can Copy The documents placed on the platen glass or loaded into the ADF must meet the requirements shown in the table below. Type of document – Plain paper – Thick documents – Photographs –...
Problem Documents • Make sure any glue, ink, or correction fluid on the document is completely dry before placing it on the platen glass or loading it into the ADF. • Remove all fasteners (staples, paper clips, etc.) before loading the document into the ADF. •...
Setting Up Documents For scanning, place your documents on the platen glass or load them into the ADF. Document placement depends on the size and type of document you have. (→ p. 3-1) Placing a Document on the Platen Glass Open the ADF.
Loading Documents in the ADF Make sure there is no document on the platen glass. Fan the edges that will feed into the machine first, then tap the edge of multipage documents on a flat surface to even the stack. Adjust the slide guides to the width of the document.
The Paper Path of the Automatic Document Feeder • When documents are set in the ADF, the scanning unit moves to the position shown in the figure above NOTE and it is fixed there. When a document is placed on the platen glass, the scanning unit moves to scan it.
Chapter 4 Making Copies Documents You Can Copy For information on the types of documents you can copy, their requirements, and details on setting up documents, → Chapter 3. Copying Documents Press COPY to set to Copy Mode. • For the imageCLASS D760/D761 models, NOTE this operation is not required.
Canceling the Copy Job I While scanning documents in the ADF Press Stop/Reset. STOP KEY PRESSED PRESS SET KEY I After scanning documents Press Stop/Reset. CANCEL COPYING? <YES Press Set. • The document that has stopped in the ADF will come out.
Making Multiple Copies You can make multiple copies. Use the numeric keys to enter the number of copies you want. 100% TEXT • The LCD displays the number of copies you entered. • You can make up to 99 copies. Selecting the Paper Feeding Location (Cassette or Multi-purpose Tray) When making copies on paper which cannot be loaded in the cassette, such as thick paper, transparencies, labels,...
– To set a fixed paper size: Press Additional Functions, then select: COMMON SETTINGS, MP TRAY PAPERSIZE, Choose the appropriate paper size from LTR, STMT, CUSTOM PAPER SIZE*, A4, B5, A5 or LGL. * When CUSTOM PAPER SIZE is selected, specify the width and length of the paper in mm. Available setting range in length : 5”...
Setting Enlarging/Reducing You can enlarge or reduce the copy size using preset copy ratios or using custom copy ratios (D780/D760). • When the MAX. SCAN LENGTH is set to 356 mm in COPY SETTINGS in the Additional Functions, NOTE the shadow of the ADF roller appears on reduced copies when using the platen glass. I Enlarging/Reducing using preset copy ratios Press Enlarge/Reduce.
Setting the Image Quality You can adjust image quality to the appropriate level best suited for a document with text or photos. Three modes are available for adjusting image quality. Press Image Quality to select the image quality. 100% TEXT Each time Image Quality is pressed, the image quality mode changes as follows: TEXT...
Special Features The machine has the following SPECIAL COPY features. These features allow you to sort copies in order of pages, and create special copies easily. – Collate Copy Sorting copies in order of pages. – 2 on 1 Reducing 2 letter size documents to fit on a single letter size paper. –...
I When Placing a Document on the Platen Glass Place the last page of a document on the platen glass. • If a document is set from the first page, the NOTE printing will be performed in reverse order. Press Collate. •...
2 on 1 Copy Use 2 on 1 to reduce 2 sheets to fit on one sheet. Two letter-size documents are automatically reduced to fit on a letter-size page. • The 2 on 1 copy is not available with an enlarging or reducing function. NOTE •...
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I When Placing a Document on the Platen Glass Press 2 on 1. 2ON1 TEXT • 2ON1 appears in the LCD. Use the numeric keys to set the copy quantity. (→ p. 4-3) Place the last page of a document on the platen glass.
Reserve Copy This feature allows you to reserve the next job while the machine is printing out a current job. I Reserving the Next Copy Job Press Stop/Reset twice while the machine is printing out. 100% TEXT • Make sure that the machine has finished NOTE scanning all the documents, then press Stop/Reset.
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I Deleting the Copy Job You Reserved Press Stop/Reset while the machine is printing out. SELECT JOB TO CANCEL A0044 16:20 Use 4 (–) or e (+) to display the job to be deleted. SELECT JOB TO CANCEL 0045 16:40 4-12 Press Set.
Two-Sided Copy Using the multi-purpose tray, you can copy 2 documents on opposite sides of a single sheet. I When Loading Documents in the ADF Load the first page of the document face down in the ADF, then press Start to begin copying.
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I When Placing a Document on the Platen Glass Place the first page of the document face down on the platen glass, then press Start to begin copying. Place the next page of the document on the platen glass. Portrait orientation documents: Place the page so that the top edge is opposite to the top edge of the previous page.
Chapter 5 Maintenance Periodic Cleaning Your machine requires little periodic maintenance. This section describes the necessary cleaning procedures for your machine. • When cleaning the machine’s exterior or the platen glass, be sure to disconnect the power cord CAUTION before cleaning the machine. •...
I Cleaning the Read Area of the Platen Glass Black lines may appear in copies as shown in the illustration below when the ADF is used to feed documents. This is caused by paste, ink, correction fluid, or other foreign matter in the read area (between ) of the platen glass.
I Cleaning the ADF Roller If the ADF roller is dirty, the documents will be dirty after you feed them into the ADF. In this case, you can clean the ADF roller using the Additional Functions. • If a paper jam occurs in the ADF, remove jammed paper from the ADF (→ p. 6-3), then perform the NOTE procedure below.
When to Replace the Cartridge The cartridge is a consumable item and should be replaced when the toner runs out. The following guidelines will help you to determine when to replace the cartridge. • When the toner is running low, the LCD displays REPLACE CARTRIDGE. NOTE REPLACE CARTRIDGE If the copies appear normal...
Copy Yield This section describes the approximate number of copies that can be made per cartridge. Approximate copy/print yield Canon L50 S-Cartridge approx. 2,500 prints of an A4-size original Canon L50 Cartridge approx. 5,000 prints of an A4-size original * The term A4 denotes an original on which the area covered with ink is 5% of the total area of an A4 sized sheet of paper.
If you do not have the protective bag or shipping box for the cartridge, store the cartridge in a dark location. Recycling Used Cartridges Canon has instituted a worldwide recycling program for cartridges called “The Clean Earth Campaign.” This program preserves precious natural resources by utilizing a variety of materials found in the used cartridges that are of no further use, to remanufacture new cartridges which, at the same time, keeps the environment cleaner by 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C)
Replacing the Cartridge This section describes how to remove the used cartridge and replace it with a new one. Before replacing the cartridge, be sure to read the section When to Replace the Cartridge. (→ p. 5-4) q and slide the Lift the platen unit lever platen unit w until the 34 mark appears.
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• To avoid breaking the tape, do not pull the tape out at an upward or downward angle. Hold the cartridge as shown below, so that the Canon logo label is facing up. Position the arrow mark on the cartridge toward the inside of the machine, and gently slide the cartridge into the machine as far as it will go.
The Clean Earth Campaign THE CANON CARTRIDGE RECYCLING PROGRAM The Canon Cartridge Recycling Program fulfills the first initiative of Canon’s Clean Earth Campaign, which supports four critical environmental areas: • Recycling in the Workplace • Conserving Environmental Resources • Scientific Research and Education •...
Maximum length = 108 inches Maximum girth (length + 2 × width + 2 × height) = 130 inches If your shipment exceeds the above limits, please call 1-800-OK-CANON for special shipping information. Please Note: Do not send defective cartridges for replacement.
Apply the UPS authorized returning label. Residents of Alaska and Hawaii: Do not use the UPS authorized returning label. For Alaska and Hawaii Canon set up alternative mail service with the U.S. Postal Service. Please call 1-800-OK-CANON to receive U.S. Postal Service merchandise returning label.
Working to preserve endangered species is a long-standing Canon interest. To this end, for every cartridge collected, Canon Canada donates $1, shared equally between World Wildlife Fund Canada and the Nature Conservancy of Canada. This donation is utilized in Canada.
Repacking and Transporting • Be sure to unplug the power cord before transporting the machine. If the machine is likely to be subjected to vibration (e.g., when transporting over long distances), the following precautions should be taken. If you do not follow these precautions, the machine may be damaged or the quality of your copy images may be adversely affected.
Carrying the Machine by the Sides Remove the output tray and close the multi-purpose tray. Grip the handles on the sides of the machine and lift up the machine, as shown in the illustration above. • When carrying this machine, be sure to hold it in the designated places as shown in the CAUTION illustration.
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Clearing Jams This section describes how to remove jammed paper from the main unit, paper cassette, ADF, and multi-purpose tray. Removing Jammed Paper from Inside the Main Unit When print media jams inside the main unit, the LCD displays REC. PAPER JAM and SLIDE PLATEN LEFT. •...
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Flip the transfer guide. Gently remove any jammed paper from inside the main unit. • Be sure to remove jammed paper from inside the main unit even when the jammed NOTE paper has been partially output. Open the right cover. Gently remove any jammed paper from inside the main unit, then close the right cover.
Removing Jammed Paper from the ADF When print media jams in the ADF, the LCD displays CHECK DOCUMENT and OPEN THE ADF. Gently remove the jammed paper from the document output slot of the ADF. Open the feeder cover and gently remove the jammed paper from the ADF.
LCD Messages The following messages are displayed in the LCD when the machine is performing a function or encounters an error. This section describes the general messages and ones related to copy functions. For the messages related to fax functions, → Fax Guide. Message CHANGE DOCUMENT CHECK DOCUMENT...
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Message The platen unit is not closed PLATEN IS OPEN correctly. CLOSE THE PLATEN There is a paper jam. REC. PAPER JAM SLIDE PLATEN LEFT A document has been left on the REMOVE DOC. ON GLASS platen glass. The toner inside the cartridge is REPLACE CARTRIDGE running low.
• Make sure they are loaded properly (→ p. 2-6). The transparencies should be loaded one by one in the multi- purpose tray. The transparencies for color copiers may be loaded in the multi-purpose tray. • Do not use any transparencies for color copiers. They will cause a paper jam. Please use transparencies recommended by Canon.
Repeated paper jams occur. The paper you are using may be causing the jams. • Be sure to fan the paper stack before loading it in the cassette or multi-purpose tray. This keeps the sheets of paper from sticking together. •...
If the documents have black streaks or appear dirty after you feed them in the ADF. The ADF roller is dirty. • Clean the ADF roller. (→ p. 5-3) • For additional troubleshooting, → Print Quality Problems. NOTE Print Quality Problems The print quality is not what you expect;...
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The copy images are partly missing or shaded when you make copies on thick paper. • Set HIGH COPY MODE to ON. (→ p. 7-2) The copy images are missing when you make copies on envelopes. MP PAPERTYPE of COMMON SETTINGS of the Additional Functions may not be set correctly. •...
Printing Problems The Alarm indicator comes on. The machine may have a paper jam. • Clear the paper jam. (→ pp. 6-1 to 6-3) • If the machine has no paper jam, unplug the machine and wait 10 minutes, then plug it in again. If the problem is fixed, the Alarm indicator will turn off, and the LCD will return to standby mode.
If You Cannot Solve the Problem If you have a problem with your machine and you cannot solve it by referring to the information in this chapter, call your service representative. (→ p. v) • If the machine makes strange noises, emits smoke or strange smells, unplug the power cord CAUTION immediately, and then call your service representative.
Chapter 7 Setting the Additional Functions Understanding the “Additional Functions” The menus of the Additional Functions can allow you to specify or register various settings. Available menus differ depending on the machine type. This chapter explains the procedure to access the menus, and the contents of the menus related to the common settings and the copy functions.
Menu Descriptions COMMON SETTINGS Name MP TRAY PAPERSIZE CAS. PAPER SIZE PRINT EXPOSURE MP PAPERTYPE HIGH COPY MODE TONER SAVER MODE PRT FEED INTERVAL LONG INTERVAL NORMAL INTERVAL DISPLAY LANGUAGE • For the D780 model, DEFAULT SETTINGS, SW AFTER AUTO CLR and VOLUME CONTROL are also NOTE displayed.
COPY SETTINGS Name STD. IMAGEQUALITY STANDARD EXPOSURE AUTO* MANUAL STD ZOOM RATIO STANDARD COPY QTY AUTO SORT MAX. SCAN LENGTH 330 mm 356 mm PAPER SIZE GROUP INCH SHARPNESS STANDARD EXPOSURE automatically changes to MANUAL when TEXT/PHOTO or PHOTO is selected. STD.IMAGEQUALITY automatically changes to TEXT ORIGINAL when AUTO is selected.
TIMER SETTINGS Name DATE/TIME SETTING AUTO CLEAR ENERGY SAVER DAILY TIMER SET 1.SUN, 2.MON, 3.TUE, 4.WED, 5.THU, 6.FRI, 7.SAT DATE SETUP ADJUST/CLEAN Name ROLLER CLEANING CLEAN ADF ROLLER RESTART PRINTER PRINT LISTS Name USER DATA CANCEL REPORT • For the D780 model, SPEED DIAL LIST is also displayed. (→ Fax Guide) NOTE Descriptions Enter the current date and time.
Features are subject to change without notice due to product improvements. For high-quality copies, we recommend using paper and transparencies recommended by Canon. Some types of paper available at office supply stores may not be suitable for this copier. If you have any questions about paper and transparencies, consult your dealer or Canon Customer Relations.
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