Media You Can Use; The Suitable Black Ink For Media - Canon imagePROGRAF W6400 User Manual

Media You Can Use

Media You Can Use
A variety of media types and sizes can be used with this
printer. The following media can be used with this printer.
Important
Some media require more time for the ink to dry after
printing. After printing please allow the ink to dry
sufficiently before you handle it.
With some print media, the hue of some colors may
change slightly when the ink on the surface of the
media has dried completely.
Note
For details about how to handle and store print media,
please refer to the instructions provided with the
packet.

The Suitable Black Ink for Media

Either one of two types of black ink can be used with this
printer, Photo Black Ink or Matte Black Ink. The
characteristics of these two types of ink are different and
best suited for different types of media. Carefully select the
type of black ink you want to use, based on the type of
media you use and how often you use it.
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Caution
If you print with the black ink that is not suited to the
type of media, it may result in unsatisfactory printing
and foul the media or printer with ink.
Important
To switch the type of black ink, execute Change Bk
Ink Type on the printer operation panel and follow the
instructions displayed. You can switch between the
types of black ink, but please remember that every
time you switch the black ink tanks the printer
consumes about 45 ml of black ink and about 15 ml of
the colored inks in total. (→ P.4-47)
Black Ink Types and Characteristics
Photo Black Ink (BIC-1431 Bk)
This ink is best for media like glossy and proof media
with high-density black on a glossy surface. This ink
can be used to print on most types of media including
glossy paper.
Matte Black Ink (BIC-1451 MBk)
This ink is best for black density on matte or fine art
media, and even plain paper. Do not use matte black
ink on media with a glossy surface.
TOP
Chapter 1
Basic Procedures
Chapter 2
Using a Variety of
Media
Chapter 3
Printing Methods for
Different Objectives
Chapter 4
Maintaining the
Printer
Chapter 5
Using the Printer in a
Network Environ-
ment
Chapter 6
Troubleshooting
Chapter 7
Operation of the
Function Menus
Contents
Index