Page 1: User Manual
L a r g e F o r m a t Pr int er User Manual...
Page 3 Contents Contents Introduction How to use th�s manual ..................1 About Th�s User Manual ......................1 HTML Vers�on of the Manual for Pr�nt�ng ..................3 Printer Parts Pr�nter parts ......................7 Front ............................7 Back ............................9 Top Cover (Ins�de) ........................10 Carr�age ............................. 11 Ink Tank Cover (Ins�de) ......................12 Control Panel ..........................14 Stand ............................16 Med�a Take-up Un�t (Opt�onal) ....................17...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents IEEE 1394 (F�reW�re) Expans�on Board ..................134 Printer Specifications ..................135 Specifications ..........................135 Bas�c Env�ronmental Performance ..................140 Pr�nt Area ..........................141 Basic Printing Workflow Pr�nt�ng procedure ..................142 Load�ng and Pr�nt�ng on Rolls ....................142 Load�ng and Pr�nt�ng on Sheets ....................146 Pr�nt�ng Opt�ons Us�ng Rolls and Sheets ................149 Manually Load�ng Paper to the Pos�t�on for Pr�nt�ng ...............150 Pr�nt�ng from W�ndows ......................151 Pr�nt�ng from Mac OS X ......................152...
Page 5 Contents Med�a Deta�led Sett�ngs D�alog Box (Mac OS X) ..............209 Med�a Deta�led Sett�ngs D�alog Box (Mac OS 9) ..............210 Handl�ng sheets for paper feed slots ............211 Select�ng the Sheet as the Paper Source ................211 Load�ng the Sheet �n the Pr�nter ....................212 Select�ng the Paper Type (Sheet)....................215 Remov�ng the Sheet ........................216 Clear�ng a Jammed Sheet .......................217...
Page 6 Contents Pr�nt�ng Photos and Images (W�ndows) ..................297 Pr�nt�ng Photos and Images (Mac OS X) ................299 Pr�nt�ng Photos and Images (Mac OS 9) .................302 Pr�nt�ng Photos �n Monochrome (W�ndows) ................305 Pr�nt�ng Photos �n Monochrome (Mac OS X) ................307 Pr�nt�ng Photos �n Monochrome (Mac OS 9) ................310 Pr�nt�ng enlargements or reduct�ons .............313 Res�z�ng Or�g�nals to Match the Paper S�ze ................313 Res�z�ng Or�g�nals to F�t the Roll W�dth ...................314...
Page 7 Contents Pr�nt�ng on Non-Standard Paper S�zes (Mac OS X) ..............401 Pr�nt�ng on Non-Standard Paper S�zes (Mac OS 9) ..............403 Pr�nt�ng Vert�cal or Hor�zontal Banners (Large-Format Pr�nt�ng; W�ndows) ......406 Pr�nt�ng Vert�cal or Hor�zontal Banners (Large-Format Pr�nt�ng; Mac OS X) ......410 Pr�nt�ng Vert�cal or Hor�zontal Banners (Large-Format Pr�nt�ng; Mac OS 9) ......413 T�l�ng and mult�ple pages per sheet ..............417 Pr�nt�ng Mult�ple Or�g�nals Next to Each Other ................417 Pr�nt�ng Mult�ple Pages Cont�nuously ..................419...
Page 8 Contents Cutt�ng Roll Paper After Pr�nt�ng ....................487 Pr�nt�ng from Photoshop ......................488 Us�ng PosterArt�st to Compose Or�g�nals ................489 Cutt�ng Roll Paper After Pr�nt�ng (W�ndows) ................490 Cutt�ng Roll Paper After Pr�nt�ng (Mac OS X) ................491 Cutt�ng Roll Paper After Pr�nt�ng (Mac OS 9) ................493 Mak�ng the Or�g�nal Or�entat�on Match the Paper Or�entat�on (W�ndows) .......495 Mak�ng the Or�g�nal Or�entat�on Match the Paper Or�entat�on (Mac OS X) ......497 Mak�ng the Or�g�nal Or�entat�on Match the Paper Or�entat�on (Mac OS 9) ......500...
Page 9 Contents Check�ng the Layout Before Pr�nt�ng (Mac OS X) ..............562 Prev�ew�ng Images Before Pr�nt�ng (Mac OS X) ..............563 Paper Informat�on on Pr�nter D�alog Box (Mac OS X) .............564 Ma�n Pane (Mac OS X) ......................565 Page Setup Pane (Mac OS X) ....................567 Ut�l�ty Pane (Mac OS X) ......................569 Gray Adjustment Pane (Mac OS X) ..................570 Add�t�onal Sett�ngs Pane (Mac OS X) ..................571...
Page 10 Contents Network Sett�ng (W�ndows) ................625 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings ...............625 Spec�fy�ng the Pr�nter's Frame Type ..................627 Spec�fy�ng NetWare Pr�nt Serv�ces ..................629 Spec�fy�ng NetWare Protocols ....................632 Configuring NetWare Network Settings ...................634 Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows) .............635 Install�ng �magePROGRAF Dev�ce Setup Ut�l�ty ..............636 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility .......637 Network Sett�ng (Mac�ntosh) .................638 Configuring the Printer's AppleTalk Network Settings .............638...
Page 11 Contents Cutter Un�t .....................705 Cutter Un�t ..........................705 Replac�ng the Cutter Un�t ......................705 Ma�ntenance Cartr�dge .................708 Ma�ntenance Cartr�dge ......................708 Replac�ng the Ma�ntenance Cartr�dge ..................708 Check�ng the Rema�n�ng Ma�ntenance Cartr�dge Capac�ty .............716 When to Replace the Ma�ntenance Cartr�dge .................717 Clean�ng the Pr�nter ..................718 Clean�ng the Pr�nter Exter�or ....................718 Clean�ng Ins�de the Top Cover ....................720 Clean�ng the Pr�nthead ......................723...
Page 12 Contents The length of pr�nted �mages �s �naccurate ................746 Documents are pr�nted �n monochrome ..................746 Pr�nted colors are �naccurate ....................747 Image Edges are Blurred or Wh�te Band�ng Occurs ...............748 Documents are pr�nted crooked ....................748 L�ne th�ckness �s not un�form (W�ndows) .................748 Installat�on problems ..................749 The IEEE 1394 Dr�ver Cannot Be Installed Correctly ..............749 Remov�ng Installed Pr�nter Dr�vers ..................750...
Page 13 Contents Cannot feed paper........................774 Paper jam..........................774 Cannot cut paper........................775 Rel lever �s �n wrong pos�t�on....................775 The roll �s empty........................776 Rew�nd�ng error........................776 Turn on the med�a take-up un�t....................776 Med�a take-up un�t ready......................776 Messages regard�ng �nk ................777 Ink Level: Check ........................777 No �nk tank loaded.
Page 14 Contents Other Messages ...................787 GARO Wxxxx (x represents a number) ...................787 Top cover �s open........................787 Carr�age Cover �s open......................787 ERROR Exxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number) ..............787 Unknown file..........................788 Prepare for parts replacement....................788 Parts replacement t�me has passed..................788 Mult�-sensor error ........................788 Hardware error.
Page 15: How To Use This Manual
How to use this manual Introduction How to use this manual About This User Manual • Symbols The following symbols are used in this User Manual to indicate safety information and explanations on restrictions or precautions in use. Important Indicates important information that must be followed when using the printer.
Page 16 Windows XP screens are used in explanations of Windows operations in this User Manual. • Trademarks • Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of Canon Inc. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Page 17: Html Version Of The Manual For Printing
How to use this manual HTML Version of the Manual for Printing For your convenience when printing this manual, HTML versions of the sections in “Using the Printer” on the top page are available. All topics in a section are combined in one le for printing. This section describes how to print sections of the manual, using the content of Printing Procedure in Basic Printing Workow as an example.
Page 18 How to use this manual In the title area of Printing Procedure, click Access to the HTML for printing. An HTML version of the topics in Printing Procedure is displayed, suitable for printing. 4 Introduction...
Page 19 How to use this manual Access the printing dialog box as follows, depending on your computer’s operating system. • Windows In Windows, right-click anywhere in the explanation area except on a gure or a link. In the shortcut menu, click Print to display the Print dialog box. •...
Page 20 How to use this manual Specify conditions as needed, and then click Print (Windows) or Print (Macintosh). • Windows • Macintosh Note • To print “Software” on the top page or individual topics that are displayed, follow steps 4 and 5. 6 Introduction...
Page 21: Front
Printer parts Printer Parts Printer parts Front a. Top Cover Open this cover to install the Printhead, load paper, and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer as needed. (→P.10) b. Cutter Groove Paper is cut (using the cutter or manually with scissors) over this groove. c.
Page 22 Printer parts l. Release Lever Releases the Paper Retainer. Lift this lever toward the front of the printer when loading paper. m.Maintenance Cartridge Absorbs ink used for maintenance purposes such as head cleaning. (Replace the cartridge when it becomes full.) n.
Page 23: Back
Printer parts Back a. Carrying handles When carrying the printer, have four people hold it by these handles under both sides. b. Media Take-up Unit Power Inlet Connect the power cord of the optional Media Take-up Unit here. c. Expansion Board Slots Install an optional IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board, as desired.
Page 24: Top Cover (Inside)
Printer parts Top Cover (Inside) a. Top Cover Roller Prevents paper from rising when ejected. b. Paper Alignment Line Align paper with this line when loading it. c. Carriage Moves the Printhead. The carriage serves a key role in printing. (→P.11) d.
Page 25 Printer parts Carriage a. Carriage Cover Protects the Carriage. b. Printhead Fixer Cover Holds the Printhead in place. c. Printhead L Equipped with ink nozzles. Printheads serve a key role in printing. d. Printhead R Equipped with ink nozzles. Printheads serve a key role in printing. e.
Page 26: Ink Tank Cover (Inside)
Printer parts Ink Tank Cover (Inside) Left Side Right Side Note: The gure shows the printer as loaded with 700 ml (23.7  oz) Ink Tank. a. Ink Tank Cartridges of ink in each color. b. Ink Tank Lock Lever A lever that locks the Ink Tank in place and protects it.
Page 27 Printer parts b. Ink Set An Ink Tank that can be used in the printer (→P.678) is labeled with a white letter “H” in a black circle on the side. When purchasing an Ink Tank, make sure an “H” is printed on the label. c.
Page 28: Control Panel
Printer parts Control Panel a. Online Button (Green) Switches the printer online and ofine. (→P.26) • The printer is online. • Flashing The printer is switching modes. • The printer is ofine. b. Menu Button Displays the main menu of the printer. (→P.49) c.
Page 29 Printer parts g. Display Screen Shows the printer menu, as well as the printer status and messages. h. Color Label This label indicates the Ink Tank color. The label corresponds to the ink level on the Display Screen. i. HDD lamp (Green) •...
Page 30: Stand
Printer parts Stand a. Stand L The left leg of the Stand. b. Stand R The right leg of the Stand. c. Top Stand Stay Supports Stand L and Stand R. Attach the optional Media Take-up Unit to this part. d.
Page 31 Printer parts Media Take-up Unit (Optional) ■Main Unit a. Left Media Take-up Unit Load the Rewind Spool here. b. 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 32: Output Stacker
Printer parts Output Stacker a. Output Stacker A cloth tray that catches ejected documents. (→P.221) b. White tag A point of reference for attaching the Output Stacker in the right direction. c. Basket Arm R and Basket Arm L Holds the Basket Rod (tag side) attached to the Output Stacker. When the Output Stacker is not used, push it down and store it next to the Stand Leg.
Page 33: 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, Starting up... Please wait. is displayed. The printer goes online in preparation for printing after startup, and the Online lamp and paper source section lamp remain lit.
Page 34: Turning The Printer Off
Control Panel Turning the printer off Important • Never disconnect the printer’s power supply or unplug it during a print job. This could damage the printer. Make sure no print jobs are in progress. If the Message lamp is ashing, check the message on the Display Screen and take action as necessary.
Page 35: Printer Modes
Control Panel Printer Modes Printer modes are classied as follows and described in this topic. • Modes (→P.21) • Mode transition (→P.22) • Online, and state of the Control Panel (→P.23) • Ofine, and state of the Control Panel (→P.24) •...
Page 36: Mode Transition
Control Panel Mode transition The printer mode transitions are as follows: *1: When submenus are displayed, you can press any button other than the Information button to return to the previous mode. *2: The printer automatically enters Sleep mode if it is idle for a specic period (by factory default, ve minutes), that is, if no print jobs are received or buttons are pressed while all covers are closed.
Page 37: Online, And State Of The Control Panel
Control Panel Online, and state of the Control Panel Printing in progress (receiving or Not printing processing print jobs) Display Screen • Top Level of the Display Screen The printer status is displayed here. The selected paper source is indicated by an icon in the upper-right corner.
Page 38 Turn off the printer and wait at least three seconds before restoring the power. If the message is still displayed after this, write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and contact the Canon dealer for assistance. 24 Printer Parts...
Page 39: Menu Mode, And State Of The Control Panel
Control Panel Menu mode, and state of the Control Panel Menu items and settings Main menu (during printing) Main menu • • • Display Screen Display Screen Display Screen Pressing the Menu button The title of the selected menu Menus available during printing when printing is not in progress is displayed on the rst line, are displayed if you press the...
Page 40: Switching Modes
Control Panel Switching Modes Switching the Printer Online/Ofine Press the Online button to switch the printer online or ofine. The Online lamp is lit in Online mode. Printing is possible in this mode. The Online lamp is off in Ofine mode. Depending on the status, the printer switches online and ofine as follows.
Page 41: Switching To Menu Mode
Control Panel Switching to Menu Mode Press the Menu button to display the main menu. Depending on the status, the printer switches to Menu mode as follows. Printer Status When the Menu Button is Pressed Online Switches to Menu mode. Online, printing Either menus available during printing or a screen to manage print jobs is displayed.
Page 42: Printer Menu Operations
Control Panel Printer Menu Operations The printer menu includes a main menu and submenus. • Main menu operations when no print job is in progress (→P.28) • Main menu operations during printing (→P.28) • Submenu operations (→P.29) Main menu operations when no print job is in progress Access the main menu by pressing the Menu button on the Control Panel.
Page 43: Submenu Operations
Control Panel Submenu operations Access submenus by pressing the Information button on the Control Panel. You can check the following information in submenus. • Remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity • Ink levels • Information on the loaded paper • Printer information For a description of specic items displayed in submenus, see “Submenu Display”.
Page 44: Main Menu Operations
Control Panel Main Menu Operations Press the Menu button to display the main menu. For details, see “Main Menu Settings”. (→P.49) • Main menu (displayed if you press the Menu button when printing is not in progress) • Menu selection (if you press the Menu button when printing is in progress) Note •...
Page 45: Accessing Menus
Control Panel Accessing Menus Printer menus are grouped by function. Menus are displayed with the upper line selected. Use the buttons on the Control Panel to access each menu. • Press ▲ to access a higher menu in the menu list, and press ▼ to access a lower one. If items of the menu list are more than the lines of the screen, press ▲...
Page 46: Specifying Menu Items
Control Panel Specifying menu items Follow the steps below to specify menu items. Press ▲ or ▼ to select a menu, and then press the ► button. Repeat these steps until the desired menu options are displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired setting, and then press the OK button. The check box at left is selected, and the setting is conrmed.
Page 47: Specifying Numerical Values
Control Panel Specifying numerical values Follow the steps below to enter numbers for items such as network settings. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select TCP/IP, and then press the ► button. Press ▲...
Page 48: Executing Menu Commands
Control Panel Executing menu commands Follow the steps below to execute menu commands. Press ▲ or ▼ to select a menu, and then press the ► button. Repeat these steps until the desired menu options are displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the action to execute, and then press the OK button. After two seconds, the menu command is executed.
Page 49: Menu Structure
Control Panel Menu Structure Main Menu The structure of the main menu is as follows. Values at right indicated by an asterisk “*” are the defaults. For instructions on menu operations, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P.30) For details on menu items, see “Main Menu Settings”. (→P.49) First Level Second Level Third Level...
Page 50 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Backprint Film (*5) Flame-Res.Cloth (*5) Fabric Banner (*5) ThinFab.Banner (*5) Proong Paper (*5) News Proof 1 (*5) News Proof 2 (*5) FineArt Photo (*5) FneArt HW Photo (*5) FineArt Txtr (*5) FineArt Wtrclr (*5) FineArtBlockP (*5)
Page 51 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Premium MatteP (*5) Glossy Photo (*5) Semi-Gl Photo (*5) HW GlossyPhoto2 (*5) HW SemiGlPhoto2 (*5) Poster Semi-Gl (*5) Syn. Paper (*5) Adh. Syn. Paper (*5) Backlit Film (*5) Backprint Film (*5) Flame-Res.Cloth (*5)
Page 52 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level CAD Clear Film (*5) Special # Here, the number is 1-10 (*5) Chk Remain.Roll Off * Roll Length Set (*1, ### m ### feet Paper Details (The paper type is Roll DryingTime displayed here.) (*5) 30 sec.
Page 53 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level VacuumStrngth Automatic * Strongest Strong Standard Weak Weakest Width Detection On * NearEnd RollMrgn 5mm 20mm Cut Speed Fast Standard Slow Trim Edge First Automatic Cutting Mode Automatic Eject Manual Bordless Margin...
Page 54 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Delete Print Job List Adjust Printer Auto Head Adj. Standard Adj. Advanced Adj. Auto Print On * Manual Head Adj (*10) Auto Band Adj. Standard Adj. Advanced Adj. Manual Band Adj Adjust Length (*3) Calibration...
Page 55 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level 60 min. TCP/IP IP Mode Automatic Manual * Protocol (*4) DHCP Off * BOOTP Off * RARP Off * IP Setting IP Address 0.0.0.0 - 255.255.255.255 Subnet Mask 0.0.0.0 - 255.255.255.255 Default G/W...
Page 56 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level MAC Address 000085XXXXXX Ext. Interface No * IEEE1394 Return Defaults No * Maintenance Repl. maint cart Replace P.head Printhead L Printhead R L & R Printheads Repl. S. Cleaner Change Cutter Move Printer Level 1 *...
Page 57 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level 1 page 10 pages Automatic * Sleep Timer 5 min. * 10 min. 15 min. 20 min. 30 min. 40 min. 50 min. 60 min. 240 min. Length Unit meter * feet/inch Time Zone...
Page 58 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level -4:Santiago -3:Buenos Aires -1:Cape Verde Date Format yyyy/mm/dd * dd/mm/yyyy mm/dd/yyyy Date & Time Date yyyy/mm/dd (*8) Time hh:mm Language Contrast Adj. -4,-3,-2,-1,0*, +1,+2,+3,+4 Reset PaprSetngs Erase HDD Data Null Random Data 1x Random Data 3x...
Page 59 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Media Details Print Job Log Menu Map Nozzle Check Information System Info Error Log ########-#### Job Log (Choose from Document Name information about the latest three print jobs.) User Name Page Count Job Status...
Page 60 Control Panel *11: Available if: (a) Take-up Reel is Enable, (b) roll paper is loaded, and (c) you have not executed Auto Feed for the loaded roll. *12: Not displayed if IP Mode is Automatic. *13: Follows the setting in Length Unit. Caution •...
Page 61: Main Menu During Printing
Control Panel Main menu during printing The structure of the main menu during printing is as follows. For instructions on menu operations, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P.30) For details on menu items available during printing, see “Main Menu Settings (During Printing)”. (→P.60) Second Seventh First Level...
Page 62 Control Panel Second Seventh First Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Psnl. BOX Folder List (Enter a Job List (Choose a Print Ope. password if print job.) one has been set.) Delete Print Job List No 48 Printer Parts...
Page 63: Main Menu Settings
Control Panel Main Menu Settings Main menu items are described in the following tables. For instructions on menu operations, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P.30) For details on menu levels and values, see “Menu Structure”. (→P.35) Setting Item Description, Instructions Paper Cutting This command is available only if a roll is loaded.
Page 64: Media Menu
Control Panel Media Menu Setting Item Description, Instructions Cut Sheet Type (*1) Choose the type of sheets. (→P.215) Roll Media Type (*1) Choose the type of roll. (→P.188) Chk Remain.Roll Choose On to print a barcode at the end of a roll before you remove it. The printed barcode can be used in managing the amount of roll paper left.
Page 65: Paper Details
Control Panel Paper Details Setting Item Description, Instructions (The paper type is Roll DryingTime Specify the time to wait for the ink to dry for each sheet. displayed here.)(*1) Scan Wait Time Specify the time to wait for the ink to dry between each scan in bidirectional printing, in consideration of how quickly the ink dries.
Page 66 Control Panel Setting Item Description, Instructions (The paper type is Bordless Margin Adjust the margin during borderless printing. displayed here.)(*1) Choose Automatic to have the printer automatically detect the paper width and congure the margin settings for borderless printing. If margins are mistakenly created when Automatic is selected, choose Fixed.
Page 67: Job Management
Control Panel Job Management Description, Setting Item Instructions Job Queue Job List (Choose a print Delete Delete the Ope. job) current job or queued jobs. (→P.115) Priority Print the job rst after the current print job is nished. (→P.115) Com. BOX Ope. Job List (Choose a print Print...
Page 68: Adjust Printer
(→P.655) Advanced Adj. Choose this option when using paper other than genuine Canon paper, or paper for purposes other than checking output. Choose Yes to have the printer print and read a band adjustment test pattern for automatic adjustment of the feed amount.
Page 69: Interface Setup
Control Panel Interface Setup Setting Item Description, Instructions EOP Timer Specify the timeout period before cancellation of print jobs that cannot be received by the printer. TCP/IP IP Mode Choose whether the printer IP address is congured automatically or a static IP address is entered manually.
Page 70 Control Panel Maintenance Setting Item Description, Instructions Repl. maint cart When replacing the Maintenance Cartridge , choose Yes and follow the instructions on the screen. (→P.708) Replace P.head Not displayed during a warning message that the remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity is low. When replacing the Printhead , choose Yes and follow the instructions on the screen.
Page 71: System Setup
Control Panel System Setup Setting Item Description, Instructions Warning Buzzer Set the buzzer. Choose On for the buzzer to sound once for warnings and three times for errors. Detect Mismatch Choose Warning for notication (display of a warning message) during printing if the paper type specied in the printer menu does not match the paper type in the printer driver.
Page 72 Control Panel Setting Item Description, Instructions Length Unit Choose the unit of measurement when roll length is displayed. You can switch the unit displayed for Roll Length Set and the remaining paper amount displayed in the submenu. Time Zone Specify the time zone. Time zone options indicate a main city in this time zone and the difference from Greenwich Mean Time.
Page 73 Control Panel Information Setting Item Description, Instructions System Info Version Firm Displays the printer rmware version. Boot Displays the version of the boot ROM. Displays the version of the MIT database format. Displays the printer’s serial number. Displays the MAC address of the printer.
Page 74: Main Menu Settings (During Printing)
Control Panel Main Menu Settings (During Printing) Main menu items during printing are described in the following tables. For instructions on menu operations, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P.30) For details on menu levels and values, see “Menu Structure”. (→P.35) Setting Item Description, Instructions Menu Durng Head Cleaning...
Page 75 Control Panel Information Setting Item Description, Instructions System Info Version Firm Displays the version of the printer and rmware. Boot Displays the version of the boot ROM. Displays the version of the MIT database format. Ext I/F Displays the name of interfaces compatible with the expansion slot.
Page 76: Job Mgmt Menu
Control Panel Job Mgmt Menu Description, Setting Item Instructions Job Queue Job List (Choose a print Priority Print the job rst Ope. job.) after the current print job is nished printing. (→P.115) Delete Delete the current job or queued jobs. (→P.115) Com.
Page 77: Submenu Display
Control Panel Submenu Display Press the Information button to display this information, one after another: the Maintenance Cartridge capacity and remaining ink levels, paper information, and printer information. Each time you press the Information button, the following submenus are displayed. Note •...
Page 78: Status Print
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Checking the information in the Status Print report The following information is included in the Status Print report. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Status Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version...
Page 79 Control Panel Takeup-Reel Status of the Media Take-up Unit Media Menu Information on the loaded paper. Roll Media Type Check Remain. Roll Cut Sheet Type Adjust Printer Current printer settings. Head Adjust Printhead adjustment value. Auto Print A1-F2 Feed Priority Settings related to paper feeding.
Page 80 Control Panel Interface Setup Current network settings. EOP Timer Sets the elapsed time between receiving last data and canceling printing. TCP/IP Settings related to TCP/IP . IP Mode Protocol DHCP BOOTP RARP IP Setting IP Setting values. IP Address Subnet Mask Default NetWare...
Page 81 Control Panel System Setup Warning Current warning and error settings. Buzzer Detect Mismatch Skip Take-Up Err Keep Media Size Current paper-related settings. Sheet Selection 1 Sheet Selection 2 Nozzle Check Nozzle-check settings. Sleep Timer General printer settings. Length Unit Time Zone Date Format Language Contrast Adj.
Page 82 Control Panel Network (RemoteUI) Current network settings used by RemoteUI. TCP/IP Frame Type Use BOOTP Use DHCP Use RARP Enable DNS Dynamic Update Use Zeroconf Function IP Address* Subnet Mask* Gateway Address* LPD Printing IPP Printing IPP Printer URI RAW Printing Raw Port Number Raw Mode Bi-direction FTP Printing...
Page 83 Control Panel NetWare Current NetWare settings. Frame Type IPX External Network Number* Node Number* Print Service *: Depending on the NetWare print service settings, information on one of the following four items is printed. Bindery PServer Values set when NetWare > Print Service > Bindery PServer is selected.
Page 84 Control Panel AppleTalk Current AppleTalk settings. Phase Type Name* Network Number* Zone* *: Blank if the status has been saved by using Status Monitor. HEAD LOT NUMBER Printhead lot number. LOT R,L PARTS STATUS Utilization status of replacement parts that require servicing. COUNTER A-V COUNTER Utilization status of the cutter, media, and other items (indicating how...
Page 85: Hard Disk
Hard Disk Hard Disk Printer Hard Disk Operations Printer hard disk operations are available through the Control Panel, printer driver, imagePROGRAF Print Plug-in, RemoteUI, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. The hard disk operations available through each interface are as follows. imagePROGRAF Printer Driver or Status Monitor or...
Page 86: Saved Print Jobs
Hard Disk Saved Print Jobs Saving print jobs refers to the process of sending print jobs from a computer and storing them on the printer’s hard disk. By saving print jobs, you can print them repeatedly as needed without sending them from a computer again.
Page 87: Storage Destination
Hard Disk Storage destination The storage area on the printer’s hard disk is divided into a temporary storage area and a permanent storage area. Print jobs in the “job queue” or “Common Box” are saved in the temporary storage area. Jobs in “Personal Boxes”...
Page 88: Saving Print Jobs
Hard Disk Saving Print Jobs You can use the printer driver or imagePROGRAF Print Plug-in to save print jobs on the printer’s hard disk. Using the printer driver (Windows) Access the Page Setup sheet. Click Output Method to display the Output Method dialog box. 74 Printer Parts...
Page 89 Hard Disk In Output Method, choose the format for saved print jobs. • Print Save print jobs automatically at the same time they are printed. (This is the default format.) • Print (auto delete) Save print jobs temporarily at the same time they are printed and delete them after printing. •...
Page 90: Using The Printer Driver (Mac Os X)
Hard Disk Using the printer driver (Mac OS X) Access the Additional Settings pane. In Send job to, choose the format for saved print jobs. • Print Save print jobs automatically at the same time they are printed. • Print (auto delete) Save print jobs temporarily at the same time they are printed and delete them after printing.
Page 91 Hard Disk • Save in mail box Save print jobs on the printer without printing them. The Destination dialog box is displayed if you select Save in mail box. Here, specify the name and Personal Box number for saved print jobs. In Document title, enter a name to identify saved print jobs.
Page 92: Using The Printer Driver (Mac Os)
Hard Disk Using the printer driver (Mac OS 9) Access the Additional Settings pane. In Send job to, choose the format for saved print jobs. • Print Save print jobs automatically at the same time they are printed. • Print (auto delete) Save print jobs temporarily at the same time they are printed and delete them after printing.
Page 93: Using Imageprograf Print Plug-In
Hard Disk • Save in mail box Save print jobs on the printer without printing them. The Destination dialog box is displayed if you have selected Save in mail box. Here, specify the name and Personal Box number for saved print jobs. In Document, enter a name to identify saved print jobs.
Page 94: Displaying A List Of Saved Jobs
Hard Disk Checking a List of Saved Jobs Displaying a List of Saved Jobs You can display saved print jobs in the Common Box and each Personal Box. You can view a list of stored print jobs as follows. • Using the Control Panel •...
Page 95 Hard Disk (Using RemoteUI ) Choose a mail box on the Stored Job page to display a list of jobs saved in that mail box. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Printer Parts 81...
Page 96 Hard Disk Jobs saved in the mail box are listed. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. (Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. 82 Printer Parts...
Page 97 Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Jobs saved in that mail box are displayed in the Documents dialog box. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. (Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) On the Hard Disk pane, click “►” next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Printer Parts 83...
Page 98: Printing A List Of Saved Jobs
Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. Printing a List of Saved Jobs You can print a list of saved print jobs in the Common Box and each Personal Box. You can also print a print job list by using the Control Panel.
Page 99: Printing Saved Jobs
Hard Disk Printing Saved Jobs You can print jobs stored on the printer’s hard disk as follows. • Using the Control Panel • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) Using the Control Panel Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU.
Page 100: Using Remoteui
Hard Disk Using RemoteUI On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 86 Printer Parts...
Page 101 Hard Disk Select the print job in the list and click Print. On the Print Saved Document page, enter the quantity to print in Copies and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Printer Parts 87...
Page 102 Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 88 Printer Parts...
Page 103 Hard Disk In the Documents dialog box, select the print job in the list and click Print. In the Print dialog box, enter the quantity to print in Copies and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Printer Parts 89...
Page 104 Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor On the Hard Disk pane, click “►” next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Select the saved job in the list and click Resume Printing to display the Resume Printing dialog box.
Page 105: Moving Saved Jobs
Hard Disk Managing Saved Jobs Moving saved jobs Print jobs that you have saved in the Print format are saved in the Common Box, number “00”. However, jobs in this mail box will be deleted one after another starting with the oldest job in the following situations. •...
Page 106 Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Select the print job in the list and click Move. 92 Printer Parts...
Page 107 Hard Disk On the Move Document page, select the name or number of the destination Personal Box in the Destination mail box list and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. (Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. Printer Parts 93...
Page 108 Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. In the Documents dialog box, select the print job in the list and click Move. In the Move dialog box, select the destination Personal Box and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help.
Page 109 Hard Disk (Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) On the Hard Disk pane, click “►” next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Select the saved job in the list and click Move. Printer Parts 95...
Page 110 Hard Disk In the Move Document dialog box, select the destination Personal Box and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. 96 Printer Parts...
Page 111: Displaying Details Of Saved Jobs
Hard Disk Displaying details of saved jobs You can view details of stored print jobs as follows. • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Using RemoteUI ) On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. Note •...
Page 112 Hard Disk Select the saved job in the list and click Details. The Details of the saved document page is displayed. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. 98 Printer Parts...
Page 113 Hard Disk (Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Printer Parts 99...
Page 114 Hard Disk In the Documents dialog box, select the saved job in the list and click Properties. The Properties dialog box is displayed. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. 100 Printer Parts...
Page 115 Hard Disk (Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) On the Hard Disk pane, click ► next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. Printer Parts 101...
Page 116: Renaming Saved Jobs
Hard Disk Renaming saved jobs You can rename stored print jobs as follows. • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Using RemoteUI ) On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 102 Printer Parts...
Page 117 Hard Disk Select the saved job in the list and click Details. On the Details of the saved document page, click Change Document. Printer Parts 103...
Page 118 Hard Disk On the Rename Saved Document page, enter the new job name in Document Name and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. 104 Printer Parts...
Page 119 Hard Disk (Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Printer Parts 105...
Page 120 Hard Disk In the Documents dialog box, select the saved job in the list and click Properties. In the Properties dialog box, enter the job name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. 106 Printer Parts...
Page 121 Hard Disk (Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) On the Hard Disk pane, click ► next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Printer Parts 107...
Page 122 Hard Disk Select the saved job in the list and click Settings. In the Settings dialog box, enter the new job name and click OK. Documents cannot be renamed unless a password has been set. In this case, specify a password.
Page 123: Deleting Saved Jobs
Hard Disk Deleting Saved Jobs You can delete saved jobs in the Common Box or Personal Boxes. You can delete stored print jobs as follows. • Using the Control Panel • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) Using the Control Panel Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU.
Page 124 Hard Disk Using RemoteUI On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 110 Printer Parts...
Page 125 Hard Disk Select the saved job in the list and click Delete. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Printer Parts 111...
Page 126 Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 112 Printer Parts...
Page 127 Hard Disk In the Documents dialog box, select the print job in the list and click Delete. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Printer Parts 113...
Page 128 Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor On the Hard Disk pane, click ► next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Select the saved job in the list and click Delete. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help.
Page 129 Hard Disk Modifying the Current Job (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) You can delete jobs that are currently being printed. You can also select queued jobs and give them rst priority, to print them before other jobs. Note • You cannot preempt queued jobs with jobs that are currently being saved, printed, or deleted. You can modify current print jobs as follows.
Page 130: Using The Control Panel
Hard Disk Using the Control Panel Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. Modify the job currently being printed. • Deleting jobs currently being printed Press ▲ or ▼ to select Job Management, and then press the ► button. Press ▲...
Page 131 Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor On the Job sheet, select the job and the desired function. The following functions are available. • Preempting other jobs • Pausing printing • Resuming printing • Canceling print jobs For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Printer Parts 117...
Page 132 Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor On the Driver pane, select the job and the desired function. The following functions are available. • Preempting other jobs • Pausing printing • Resuming printing • Canceling print jobs For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. 118 Printer Parts...
Page 133: Setting Passwords For Personal Boxes
Hard Disk Modifying Personal Boxes Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes By factory default, no passwords are set for Personal Boxes. For greater security, you can set passwords for each Personal Box. After you set a password, it will be required to modify the Personal Box settings, as well as to display, print, delete, move, and modify jobs saved in the Personal Box.
Page 134 Hard Disk In the Set/Register User’s Inbox dialog box, specify the password and click OK. • Set Password: Select the check box. • Password: Enter the password. (This eld is limited to four digits in the range 0001-9999.) • Conrm: Re-enter the password. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help.
Page 135 Hard Disk (Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a listed Personal Box for a password and click Open. Note • Enter a password if one has been set for the Personal Box. Printer Parts 121...
Page 136 Hard Disk In the Documents dialog box, click Settings. In the Settings dialog box, specify the password and click OK. • Set Password: Select this check box. • Password: Enter the password. (This eld is limited to four digits in the range 0001-9999.) •...
Page 137 Hard Disk (Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) On the Hard Disk pane, click “►” next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Select a saved job and click Settings. In the Settings dialog box, specify the password and click OK. • Set Password: Select this check box.
Page 138: Naming Personal Boxes
Hard Disk Naming Personal Boxes By factory default, Personal Boxes are unnamed. You can name them for easier management. You can assign a name to a Personal Box as follows. • RemoteUI • imagePROGRAF Status Monitor • imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Using RemoteUI ) On the Stored Job page, select the Personal Box to identify.
Page 139 Hard Disk Click Edit. In the Set/Register User’s Inbox dialog box, enter the Personal Box name in Inbox Name and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Printer Parts 125...
Page 140 Hard Disk (Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a listed Personal Box to identify and click Open. Note • Enter a password if one has been set for the Personal Box. 126 Printer Parts...
Page 141 Hard Disk In the Documents dialog box, click Settings. In the Settings dialog box, enter the Personal Box name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Printer Parts 127...
Page 142 Hard Disk (Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) On the Hard Disk pane, click “►” next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Select a saved job and click Settings. In the Settings dialog box, enter the Personal Box name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help.
Page 143: Checking The Free Hard Disk Space
Hard Disk Checking the Free Hard Disk Space You can check the space available on the printer’s hard disk as follows. • Using the Control Panel • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) Using the Control Panel Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU.
Page 144 Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor The Hard Disk sheet shows the free hard disk space. ■Hard Disk Sheet in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. 130 Printer Parts...
Page 145 Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor The Hard Disk pane shows the free hard disk space. ■Hard Disk Pane in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. Printer Parts 131...
Page 146: Erasing All Data On The Printer's Hard Disk
Hard Disk Erasing all data on the printer’s hard disk You can erase all data on the printer’s hard disk from the Control Panel. Note • You cannot erase all data on the hard disk during print jobs. • Conversely, print jobs cannot be processed during erasure of all hard disk data. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU.
Page 147: Roll Holder Set
Optional accessories Optional accessories Roll Holder Set A set of parts comprising the Roll Holder and Holder Stopper. If you want to prepare a few rolls with paper of various types and widths for different purposes, it is convenient to have several sets ready. Sets are available for 2- and 3-inch paper cores.
Page 148: Ieee 1394 (F�Rew�Re) Expans�On Board
Optional accessories IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Expansion Board An optional interface board to add an IEEE 1394 (also called "FireWire") port. • IEEE1394 Expansion Board EB-05 Note that EB-04 is incompatible. For instructions on installing the IEEE 1394 expansion board, refer to the documentation provided with the IEEE 1394 expansion board.
Page 149: Printer Specifications
Printer Specications Printer Specications Specications Important • This information is subject to change as the printer is updated. • The following values may vary depending on the operating environment. Printer Power supply 100-120 V AC (50/60 Hz), 220-240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Power consumption During operation 190 W max.
Page 150: Printing Performance
Printer Specications Printing performance Print method Bubblejet Maximum resolution 2400 dpi horizontally (*1) × 1200 dpi vertically Printhead PF-03 ×2 Number of nozzles 2,560 per color *1: Prints with a minimum 1/2400 inch dot pitch between ink droplets. Interface Expansion Board Slots USB 2.0(*1) Format Internal port...
Page 151 Printer Specications Ink Tank MBK Ink Tank ( Matte Black Ink , Pigment ink PFI-302MBK (330 ml [11.2  oz]) or or black ink for matte paper) PFI-702MBK (700 ml [23.7  oz]) BK Ink Tank ( Black Ink ) Pigment ink PFI-302BK (330 ml [11.2 ...
Page 152 Printer Specications Paper (*1) Paper width Rolls 254-1,117.6 mm (10-44 in) Sheets 203-1,117.6 mm (8-44 in) Length of one page Rolls 203 (*2)-18,000 mm (8-708.7 in) Sheets 203-1,600 mm (8-63 in) Thickness Rolls 0.07-0.8 mm (0.0028-0.031 in) Sheets 0.07-0.8 mm (0.0028-0.031 in) Media Size Roll width 44-in.
Page 153 Printer Specications Hard Disk Capacity on the hard disk to store image data 48 GB Print job storage capacity • Common mail box: 100 jobs • Personal boxes: 100 jobs Printer Parts 139...
Page 154: Packaging Materials
Printer Specications Basic Environmental Performance Printer Power consumption Sleep mode 100-120 V: 5 W max. (10 W max. when an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board is installed.) 220-240 V: 6 W max. (11 W max. when an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board is installed.) 1 W max.
Page 155: Print Area
Printer Specications Print Area A margin required by the printer is added with respect to the size of paper loaded in the printer. Except in borderless printing, the actual printing area corresponds to the paper size minus the space for this margin. Note •...
Page 156: Printing Procedure
Printing procedure Basic Printing Workow Printing procedure Loading and Printing on Rolls These are the basic steps for loading and printing on rolls. Follow the steps below to switch to a new roll or a roll of a different type or width before printing. Note •...
Page 157 Printing procedure Set a roll on the Roll Holder. (→P.179) Load the roll in the printer. (→P.182) Select the paper type. (→P.188) Basic Printing Workow 143...
Page 158 Printing procedure Select the paper length. (→P.189) Complete settings in the printer driver for the type of paper and other details. • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) (→P.156) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) (→P.158) •...
Page 159 Printing procedure Start printing. • Printing from Windows (→P.151) • Printing from Mac OS X (→P.152) • Printing from Mac OS 9 (→P.154) Note • You can skip steps 5 and 6 if a barcode has been printed on the roll paper and you have activated automatic detection of the remaining roll.
Page 160: Loading And Printing On Sheets
Printing procedure Loading and Printing on Sheets These are the basic steps for loading sheets and then printing. Follow the steps below to load and print on sheets. Turn the printer on. (→P.19) Remove any loaded paper that will not be used. •...
Page 161 Printing procedure Complete settings in the printer driver for the type of paper and other details. • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) (→P.156) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) (→P.158) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9) (→P.160) Send the print job.
Page 162 Printing procedure Load the sheet. (→P.212) Note • If you will load a sheet before sending a print job, after you load the sheet, the printer automatically shows a menu for selection of the paper type on the Display Screen. Follow these steps. •...
Page 163: Rolls And Sheets
Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets The printer supports both rolls and sheets. Take advantage of each type of paper for a wide range of printing applications. Rolls and sheets • Media in spooled rolls is generally called Roll Media. Rolls can be used to print large photos or create posters or banners that cannot be printed on regular sheets.
Page 164: Manually Loading Paper To The Position For Printing
Printing procedure Manually Loading Paper to the Position for Printing After loading sheets, if you select a type of paper in the printer menu with width detection deactivated, you will need to feed the paper a different way than usual. Specically, you must manually advance the paper to the position of printing.
Page 165: Printing From Windows
Printing procedure Printing from Windows Print from the application software menu. Important • The Windows printer driver can be used in the following versions of Windows: • Windows 2000 (Professional or Server) • Windows XP (Home Edition or Professional) • Windows Server 2003 (Standard Edition) •...
Page 166: Printing From Mac Os X
“Conguring the Destination for AppleTalk Network (Macintosh)”. (→P.640) Note • When registering the printer, choose USB if the printer is connected via USB, Canon FireWire(iPF) if connected via IEEE 1394, or AppleTalk, Canon IP(iPF), or Bonjour if connected via a network. •...
Page 167: Printing From The Application Software
Printing procedure Printing from the application software In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer, specify the range of pages, number of copies, and so on.
Page 168: Pr�Nt�Ng From Mac Os 9
Printing procedure Printing from Mac OS 9 After selecting the printer in Chooser from the Apple menu, print by using menus in the source application. Important • We recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may interrupt the transfer of print data and affect printing quality. Selecting the printer Before printing, you must conrm that the printer is selected in Chooser.
Page 169 Printing procedure Printing from the application software In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options for the range of pages, number of copies, and so on.
Page 170: Spec�Fy�Ng Paper �N The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver (W�Ndows)
Printing procedure Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. Important • Always specify the same type and size of paper in the printer menu and printer driver. If the type and size do not match, an error message will be displayed and printing is not possible.
Page 171 Printing procedure In the Page Size list, select the size of the original as specied in the application. In the Media Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Roll Paper in Media Source, select the width of the loaded roll in Roll Paper Width.
Page 172: Spec�Fy�Ng Paper �N The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver (Mac Os X)
Printing procedure Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. Select the printer in the Format for list.
Page 173 Printing procedure In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Access the Page Setup pane. In the Media Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Cut Sheet or Manual in Media Source, make sure the size as selected in Page Setup is displayed in Page Size.
Page 174: Spec�Fy�Ng Paper �N The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver (Mac Os 9)
Printing procedure Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. Select the printer in Chooser. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. Choose the original size in the Page Size list.
Page 175 Printing procedure In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Access the Finishing pane. In the Media Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Roll Paper in Media Source, make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Paper Width.
Page 176: Canceling Print Jobs
Canceling print jobs Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to cancel print jobs or ink drying in progress when the printer is online, ofine, or in Menu mode. Printer operation varies depending on the status when you hold down the Stop button for a second or more during printing.
Page 177: Canceling Print Jobs From Windows
Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from Windows You can cancel print jobs in the printer window. Click the printer icon in the taskbar to display the printer window. Note • You can also display this window by double-clicking the printer icon in the Printers and Faxes (or Printers ) folder, accessible through the Windows start menu.
Page 178: Canceling Print Jobs From Mac Os X
Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X You can cancel print jobs in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. Click the printer icon in the Dock to display the printer window. Click Stop Jobs to stop printing. In this window, you can cancel jobs sent to the printer. Note •...
Page 179 Canceling print jobs Select the print job to cancel and click Cancel Job to remove the print job. The job sent to the printer is canceled. Note • The print job is displayed on the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor window while the printer receives the print data from the computer.
Page 180: Cancel�Ng Pr�Nt Jobs From Mac Os 9
Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS 9 How to cancel print jobs varies depending on whether you are printing in the foreground or background. Canceling background print jobs Open the Garo Printer Extra folder, which was installed on the hard disk at the same time as the printer driver.
Page 181: Canceling Foreground Print Jobs
Canceling print jobs Canceling foreground print jobs When the progress indicator is displayed, hold down the Command key and press the period (.) key to cancel print jobs. If the Display Screen of the Control Panel still indicates that the job is in progress and the Data lamp continues ashing, hold down the Stop button for a second or more to stop printing.
Page 182: Paper
, Poster 20"x30" , Poster 30"x40" , Poster 42"x60" , Poster 44"x62" , 13"x22" , Poster 300x900mm Note • Paper quality varies among manufacturers. For advice before buying paper, contact the Canon dealer where you purchased the printer. 168 Handling Paper...
Page 183: Types Of Paper
Note • The media types with "†" marked in the product name are those specied as genuine Canon media. For other media, please contact the respective media manufacturer after reading the instruction manuals supplied with the media. Handling Paper 169...
Page 184: Viewing The Paper Reference Guide
Paper Viewing the Paper Reference Guide You can access the Paper Reference Guide as follows. Follow the steps for your particular operating system. • Windows Double-click the iPFxxxx Support icon on the desktop. (Here, iPFxxxx represents the printer model.) The online support window is displayed. Select Paper Reference Guide.
Page 185 Paper • Mac OS X Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock. The online support window is displayed. Select Paper Reference Guide. The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. Handling Paper 171...
Page 186 Paper • Mac OS 9 Double-click the iPFxxxx Paper Reference Guide icon on the desktop. (Here, iPFxxxx represents the printer model.) The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. 172 Handling Paper...
Page 187: Updating Paper Information
Paper Updating paper information You can update paper information in the Paper Reference Guide and on the printer by downloading the latest version of the Media Conguration Tool from the imagePROGRAF website. For information about the Media Conguration Tool, see the Media Conguration Tool Guide (Windows) or Media Conguration Tool Guide (Macintosh).
Page 188 On a Macintosh computer, you can also access the imagePROGRAF website from the Finder by selecting Applications (in Mac OS X or OS 9) > Canon Utilities > iPFxxxx Media Conguration Tool (here, iPFxxxx represents the printer model) ) > MCTxxxx to start the Media Conguration Tool and then clicking Extra Information.
Page 189: Paper Sizes
Paper Paper Sizes Rolls Rolls that meet the following conditions are supported. • Outer diameter: up to 150 mm (6.0 in) • Inner diameter of paper core: 2 or 3 inches • Printing side out Roll Paper Width Settings Roll width Borderless Printing (*1) in Printer Driver 1,118 mm (44 in)
Page 190 Paper Sheets Sheets of the following sizes are supported. Paper size Dimensions ISO A0 841 × 1,189 mm (33 × 47 in) ISO A1 594 × 841 mm (23 × 33 in) ISO A2 420 × 594 mm (16.5 × 23 in) ISO A2+ 432 ×...
Page 191 Paper Paper size Dimensions DIN C1 648 × 917 mm (26 ×36 in) DIN C2 458 × 648 mm (18 × 26 in) DIN C3 324 × 458 mm (13 × 18 in) DIN C4 229 × 324 mm (9 × 13 in) 20"x24"...
Page 192: Handling Rolls
Handling rolls Handling rolls Selecting the Roll as the Paper Source You can switch the paper source between the roll and the sheet by pressing the Feeder Selection button. Each time you press this button, the paper source switches between the roll (indicated by the Roll Media lamp ) and the sheet (indicated by the Cut Sheet lamp ).
Page 193: Setting The Roll On The Roll Holder
Handling rolls Setting the Roll on the Roll Holder Note • Printed rolls will not work correctly. Cut away the printed portion before loading the roll. • For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see Paper Sizes (→P.175) or the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 194 Handling rolls With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insert the roll in the Roll Holder from the left. Insert the roll rmly until it touches the ange (a) of the Roll Holder. Important • Insert the roll rmly so that there is no gap between the roll and the ange of the Roll Holder. If there is a gap, it may cause feeding problems.
Page 195: Removing A Roll From The Roll Holder
Handling rolls Removing a Roll from the Roll Holder Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position indicated (b), remove it from the Roll Holder. Remove the roll from the Roll Holder. Important •...
Page 196: Loading The Roll In The Printer
Handling rolls Loading the Roll in the Printer Note • Remove any loaded paper that will not be used. • Roll (→P.186) • Sheet (→P.216) • If the Platen is dirty, clean inside the Top Cover. (→P.720) Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide. With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insert the Roll Holder shaft (a) into the guide grooves (b) of the Roll Holder Slot on both sides.
Page 197 Handling rolls Pull out the roll paper evenly on both ends, insert the roll paper in the Paper Feed Slot (a), and advance the roll paper until the roll paper touches the Paper Retainer. After the paper reaches the Paper Retainer, it is automatically advanced over the Platen. Important •...
Page 198 Handling rolls While holding the edge of the roll paper, lift the Release Lever. Hold the roll edge as you gently pull it evenly to the position of the Ejection Guide (a) using the both hands. Align the right side of the roll paper with the Paper Alignment Line (b) so that the paper side is parallel to the line and lower the Release Lever.
Page 199 Handling rolls Close the Top Cover. After you load a roll, the printer automatically shows a menu for selection of the paper type on the Display Screen. At this point, specify the paper type. (→P.188) Handling Paper 185...
Page 200: Removing The Roll From The Printer
Handling rolls Removing the Roll from the Printer Caution • If you have activated automatic detection of the remaining roll paper, always follow the steps below to remove rolls. You will be unable to manage the amount of roll paper left if you move the Release Lever and remove the roll before the barcode is printed.
Page 201 Handling rolls Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder in the direction of the arrow to rewind the roll. Remove the Roll Holder from the Roll Holder Slot. Lower the Ejection Guide and close the Top Cover. Important • If the Platen inside the Top Cover becomes dirty, it may soil the underside of paper. Clean the Platen after borderless printing or printing on small paper.
Page 202: Select�Ng The Paper Type (Roll)
Handling rolls Selecting the Paper Type (Roll) When changing the type of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the type of paper as follows. Important • For best printing results, the printer ne-tunes the feed amount for each type of paper. Be sure to select the type of paper to use correctly before printing.
Page 203: Spec�Fy�Ng The Paper Length (Roll)
Handling rolls Specifying the Paper Length (Roll) When changing the length of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the length as follows. Note • When you specify the roll length in the printer menu, Chk Remain.Roll must be set to On. If it is Off, the Roll Length Set menu is not shown.
Page 204: Feed�Ng Roll Paper Manually
Handling rolls Feeding Roll Paper Manually You can bring the printer ofine by pressing the Online button. When the printer is ofine and roll paper is selected as the paper source, you can advance or retract the roll by pressing ▲ or ▼. Press ▲...
Page 205: Detection Of The Remaining Roll Paper
Handling rolls Detection of the Remaining Roll Paper If you have activated automatic detection of the remaining roll paper, when the roll is ejected, a barcode with text is printed on the roll paper that identies the type of paper and amount left. If this function is activated and barcodes are printed on the roll paper, the type of paper and amount left are automatically detected when you load a roll.
Page 206: Cutting The Leading Edge Of Roll Paper Automatically
Handling rolls Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically If the leading edge of a roll is crooked or warped, it may cause an error message or printing problems. In this case, set Trim Edge First to Automatic or On on the Control Panel to have the printer cut the leading edge to make the edge straight after you load a roll.
Page 207: Specifying The Cutting Method For Rolls
Handling rolls Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls How a roll is cut after ejection varies depending on the printer settings. Cutting Method Menu Settings Automatic The roll is automatically cut by the Cutter Cutting Mode Automatic Unit following printer driver settings. Eject (→P.194) Choose this setting if you prefer not to Eject...
Page 208: Eject (Waiting For Ink To Dry After Printing)
Handling rolls Eject (waiting for ink to dry after printing) Important • When cutting wide printed documents after ejection, have two people support the documents. If the paper drops, printed documents may be damaged. • Do not lift the paper when holding printed documents before cutting. If the paper rises, it may affect the printing quality.
Page 209 Handling rolls Manual (when using media that cannot be cut using the Cutter Unit ) Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the ► button. Press ▲...
Page 210 Handling rolls Paper Cutting (to have the roll cut at your specied position) After pressing the Online button to bring the printer ofine, press ▲ or ▼ to advance the roll paper to the position for cutting. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. Press ▲...
Page 211: Reducing Dust From Cutting Rolls
Handling rolls Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls The printer is equipped with a function to reduce cutting dust for media such as Backlit Film that are more likely to generate debris when cut. This may improve printing quality and help prevent Printhead damage. You can set up this function to be activated for some types of paper.
Page 212: Specifying The Ink Drying Time For Rolls
Handling rolls Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere, if the Cutter touches printed surfaces that are still wet, it may damage the paper or cause rough cut edges. Also, ink may be transferred onto the paper surface during ejection, soiling it.
Page 213 Handling rolls Mac OS X Choose Print in the application menu. Select the Main pane and click Settings in Media Type. In the Media Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select Between Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK. (→P.209) Handling Paper 199...
Page 214 Handling rolls Mac OS 9 Choose Print in the application menu. Select the Main pane and click Settings in Media Type. In the Media Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select Between Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK. (→P.210) Note •...
Page 215: Clear�Ng Jammed Roll Paper
Handling rolls Clearing Jammed Roll Paper If roll paper jams, follow the steps below to remove jams. Caution • Remove any jammed paper promptly. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) Open the Top Cover. If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage to separate it from the paper. Handling Paper 201...
Page 216 Handling rolls Important • If you push the Carriage to the left edge, the blade of the Cutter Unit will be lowered in preparation to cut the paper. Be careful not to pinch your ngers between the Carriage and Platen if you have pushed the Carriage to the left edge or if a paper jam occurs during cutting.
Page 217 Handling rolls Holding the paper on both sides, pull the jammed portion out toward the front. Use a scissors or cutting tool to cut away the printed or wrinkled portion. Caution • When cutting paper, be careful to avoid scratching the printer. If the Carriage is on the left, move the Carriage to the right until it stops.
Page 218 Handling rolls Hold the edge of the roll paper in the middle as you gently pull it evenly 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 parallel to the line, and then lower the Release Lever.
Page 219: Roll Holder Set
Handling rolls Roll Holder Set A set of parts comprising the Roll Holder and Holder Stopper. If you want to prepare a few rolls with paper of various types and widths for different purposes, it is convenient to have several sets ready. Sets are available for 2- and 3-inch paper cores.
Page 220: Access�Ng The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver D�Alog Box From The Operat�Ng System Menu (W�Ndows)
Handling rolls Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printers ). Select the printer, and then display the printer properties dialog box. Click Printing Preferences to display the Printing Preferences dialog box, titled with the name of this printer.
Page 221 Handling rolls Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the operating system menu, changes you make to the settings will apply to all applications you use for printing.
Page 222: Med�A Deta�Led Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box (W�Ndows)
Handling rolls Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Windows) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , click Settings by Media Type.
Page 223: Med�A Deta�Led Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box (Mac Os X)
Handling rolls Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.565) , click Settings by Media Type.
Page 224: Med�A Deta�Led Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box (Mac Os 9)
Handling rolls Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS 9) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.588) , click Settings by Media Type.
Page 225: Handling Sheets For Paper Feed Slots
Handling sheets for paper feed slots Handling sheets for paper feed slots Selecting the Sheet as the Paper Source You can switch the paper source between the roll and the sheet by pressing the Feeder Selection button. Each time you press this button, the paper source switches between the roll (indicated by the Roll Media lamp ) and the sheet (indicated by the Cut Sheet lamp ).
Page 226: Loading The Sheet In The Printer
Handling sheets for paper feed slots Loading the Sheet in the Printer Note • For details on supported types and sizes of the paper, see Paper Sizes (→P.175) or the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) • Loading a sheet while a roll remains loaded may cause paper jams. We recommend removing the roll if you will load a sheet.
Page 227 Handling sheets for paper feed slots Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). With a sheet lengthwise and printing-side up, insert it between the Platen (a) and the Paper Retainer (b). Align the edges of the sheet as follows. Align the sheet with the Paper Alignment Line (c) at right.
Page 228 Handling sheets for paper feed slots Note • You can adjust the strength of vacuum holding paper against the Platen when the Release Lever is up. If it is difcult to load paper, press the ▲ or ▼ button on the Control Panel to adjust the strength.
Page 229: Select�Ng The Paper Type (Sheet)
Handling sheets for paper feed slots Selecting the Paper Type (Sheet) When changing the type of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the type of paper as follows. Note • After you load the sheet, the printer automatically shows a menu for selection of the paper type on the Display Screen.
Page 230: Removing The Sheet
Handling sheets for paper feed slots Removing the Sheet Press the Load/Eject button. Note • Paper cannot be ejected by using the Load/Eject button when print jobs are in progress or during the ink drying period. Before ejecting paper, press the Stop button to cancel printing, print job processing, or ink drying.
Page 231: Clearing A Jammed Sheet
Handling sheets for paper feed slots Clearing a Jammed Sheet If a sheet jams, follow the steps below to remove it. Caution • Remove any jammed paper promptly. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) Open the Top Cover. If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage to separate it from the paper. Important •...
Page 232 Handling sheets for paper feed slots Lift the Release Lever. If the paper is visible, grasp the paper and pull it forward. If the paper is not visible, lift the Ejection Guide, remove the Roll Holder, and remove the jammed paper from below. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer, and lower the Ejection Guide.
Page 233 Handling sheets for paper feed slots If the Carriage is on the left, move the Carriage to the right until it stops. Important • 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 234: Manually Load�Ng Paper To The Pos�T�On For Pr�Nt�Ng
Handling sheets for paper feed slots Manually Loading Paper to the Position for Printing After loading sheets, if you select a type of paper in the printer menu with width detection deactivated, you will need to feed the paper a different way than usual. Specically, you must manually advance the paper to the position of printing.
Page 235: Output Stacker
Output Stacker Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker The Output Stacker can be installed at four positions, as shown. • When storing printed documents on the Output Stacker Use position (1). • When the Output Stacker is not used Use position (2). •...
Page 236 Output Stacker The Output Stacker locks into position if you lift it to position (1) or (2). To lower the Output Stacker, lift the front Basket Rod lightly to release the lock, and then lower the stacker. 222 Handling Paper...
Page 237: The Printer
Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker in the position for ejection in the front of the printer You can also set the Output Stacker to the following position for large-format printing or when printing on delicate paper. Note • Always choose Cutting Mode > Eject when the Output Stacker is in the position for ejection in the front of the printer.
Page 238 Output Stacker 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 the black cord from the Rod Holder. Store the left and right Basket Arms. Next, remove the Rod Holder Adapter, leaving the Rod Holder attached, and put it in front of the printer.
Page 239 Output Stacker Pull out the Basket Hooks from the left and right side of the Ejection Guide. Attach the Basket Rod to the Basket Hooks so that the white tag of the Basket Cloth is on the left side. Form the Basket Cloth into a sloping shape to make it taut, and attach the middle Basket Rod to the Rod Holder.
Page 240: Stowing The Output Stacker
Output Stacker Stowing 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 extended period. When the Output Stacker is in the position used when storing printed documents (a), lift the front Basket Rod gently to release the lock, lower the stacker toward the front (b), and push it all the way back.
Page 241 Output Stacker Push in the left and right Basket Arms toward the back all the way, until they stop. Handling Paper 227...
Page 242: Med�A Take-Up Un�T
Media take-up unit Media take-up unit Media Take-up Unit This unit automatically winds up printed documents. • Media Take-up Unit TU-06 Note • 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 243: Med�A Take-Up Un�T (Opt�Onal)
Media take-up unit Media Take-up Unit (Optional) Use the optional Media Take-up Unit to have documents that are printed on rolls rewound automatically after printing. This is convenient for large-format printing, or when printing large-volume jobs continuously. Note • For instructions on installing the Media Take-up Unit, refer to the Media Take-up Unit Setup Guide. •...
Page 244: Us�Ng The Med�A Take-Up Un�T (Opt�Onal)
Media take-up unit Using the Media Take-up Unit (Optional) Turn the printer on. (→P.19) Enable the Media Take-up Reel function. (→P.231) Load the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit. (→P.232) Turn the Media Take-up Unit on. Print on the roll. Turn the Media Take-up Unit off.
Page 245: Enabling The Take-Up Reel Function
Media take-up unit Enabling the Take-Up Reel Function Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. Select Take-up Reel → Enable and press the OK button. Disabling the Take-Up Reel Function Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. Select Take-up Reel → Disable and press the OK button. Handling Paper 231...
Page 246: Load�Ng The Rew�Nd Spool On The Med�A Take-Up Un�T
Media take-up unit Loading the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit When using the Output Stacker, stow the Output Stacker before this procedure. (→P.226) Important • Arrange the Basket Cloth and Basket Rod so they do not interfere with the Media Take-up Sensor. •...
Page 247 Media take-up unit Push the anges in rmly until the paper core is secured in place and push down the lever (a) toward the shaft. Important • After pushing in the anges rmly, make sure the paper core is secure and does not move around. Move the paper core left and right.
Page 248 Media take-up unit Press ▲ or ▼ to select Media Menu, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The roll is now advanced to the Media Take-up Unit. Hold the roll paper by the middle of the leading edge and align the right edge with the right edge of the paper core of the Rewind Spool.
Page 249 Media take-up unit Press the Online button to bring the printer ofine, and then press ▼ to loosen the tension of the roll. On the Right Media Take-up Unit, pull the Rewind Mode Switch forward to turn it on. Press ▼...
Page 250 Media take-up unit You can unwind rolls by holding down ▼ on the Control Panel. Use a combination of Weight Roll, Weight Joint, and Weight Flange that matches the roll type and width. The following list identies Weight Roll and Weight Flange you can use. Color Label is applied to each Weight Roll.
Page 251 Media take-up unit Weight Flange Roll Type Weight Flange to Use Glossy Photo Paper , Semi-Glossy Photo Paper , Weight Flange 1 (*1) Heavyweight Glossy Photo Paper , Heavyweight SemiGlossy Photo Paper , Fine Art Photo Paper , Fine Art Heavyweight Photo Paper , Fine Art Textured Paper , Canvas Matte , Fine Art Block Print , Fine Art Watercolor , Proong paper , Coated Paper , Heavyweight Coated Paper , Extra...
Page 252 Media take-up unit Press the Online button to bring the printer online. The Media Take-up Unit is now ready for use. Printed rolls can now be rewound automatically. Note • When the Media Take-up Unit is in use, an icon indicating the take-up mode is shown on the Display Screen.
Page 253: Remov�Ng Pr�Nted Documents From The Med�A Take-Up Un�T (Opt�Onal)
Media take-up unit Removing Printed Documents from the Media Take-up Unit (Optional) Press the Online button to bring the printer ofine. Hold down the ▼ button to advance the roll a little. To protect the paper that has been rewound, advance it an amount longer than the outer circumference.
Page 254 Media take-up unit Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Cutting, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes. As you hold the trailing edge of the printed document, press the OK button. The roll is now cut. Important •...
Page 255 Media take-up unit Remove the Rewind Spool from the Media Take-up Unit. Important • 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 rst. •...
Page 256: Enhanced Printing Options
Print quality and color settings Enhanced Printing Options Print quality and color settings Choosing a Paper for Printing Choosing the right paper for your particular printing application will give you the best printing results. Media type The printer and printer driver offer print settings optimized for various paper characteristics. Note •...
Page 257: G�V�Ng Pr�Or�Ty To Part�Cular Graph�C Elements And Colors For Pr�Nt�Ng
Print quality and color settings Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing You can specify detailed print settings as desired for the quality level, colors, and other criteria. Advanced Settings For printing results that appear just as expected for your original, you can specify which graphic elements and colors to prioritize for printing.
Page 258: Print Quality
Print quality and color settings Print Quality Choose the print quality. The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution. Print Quality (*1) Description Print Priority Highest A setting for printing at the highest resolution when quality is Image most important.
Page 259: Color Settings
Print quality and color settings Color Settings Setting Item Options Description Color Mode (*1) Color Choose whether to print in color or Monochrome (Photo) monochrome. Monochrome (→P.254) Color Adjustment (Images) Cyan You can adjust the levels of cyan, Magenta magenta, and yellow as well as the Color Adjustment (Graphics) Yellow brightness, contrast, saturation,...
Page 260: Enhancing Printing Quality
Print quality and color settings Enhancing Printing Quality Setting Item Description Thicken Fine Lines (*1) Choose this option to make ne lines clearer in CAD drawings or similar documents. Unidirectional Printing Choosing unidirectional printing can improve printing results if lines are printed crooked or images are uneven.
Page 261: Pr�Nt�Ng Photos And Images (W�Ndows, Mac Os X)
Print quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (Windows, Mac OS X) Printing is easy when you simply choose the print target. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print targets for photos and images Print Target Description...
Page 262 Print quality and color settings Print Target Description Poster (Text, Illustrations) Setting optimized for printing vivid, eye-catching store posters combining images and text. Scanned Image Setting optimized for printing scanned images with accurate color reproduction to match the original images. Caution •...
Page 263: Pr�Nt�Ng Photos And Images (Mac Os 9)
Print quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS 9) Printing is easy when you simply choose the print target. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print targets for photos and images Print Target Description...
Page 264 Print quality and color settings Print Target Description Scanned Image Settings optimized for printing scanned images with accurate color reproduction to match the original images. Draft Settings optimized for high-speed draft printing. Caution • Depending on the Media Type setting, some Print Target options may not be available. Note •...
Page 265: Pr�Nt�Ng L�Ne Draw�Ngs And Text (W�Ndows, Mac Os X)
Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows, Mac OS X) Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed.
Page 266: Pr�Nt�Ng L�Ne Draw�Ngs And Text (Mac Os 9)
Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS 9) Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed.
Page 267: Printing Office Documents
Print quality and color settings Printing Ofce Documents Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print targets for ofce documents Print Target Description...
Page 268: Adjusting The Color In The Printer Driver
Print quality and color settings Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver Color settings specied in the application for your documents are essentially given priority over other settings for each print job, but further color adjustment is possible in the printer driver. Color Mode Choose how the printer driver processes color, as desired.
Page 269 Print quality and color settings Matching You can choose the color-matching mode and method. By adjusting the color-matching mode and method, you can make printed colors match the colors of on-screen images more closely. Matching Mode Description Notes Driver Matching Color adjustment based on the original This is the default color-matching method.
Page 270 Print quality and color settings Matching Method Description Notes Auto Color-matching optimized for images, The available options and their display graphics, or text order varies depending on your selection in Color-Matching Mode, as well as the Perceptual Color-matching optimized for photos. operating system.
Page 271: Pr�Nt�Ng �N Ideal Colors For L�Ght �N The V�Ew�Ng Env�Ronment
Print quality and color settings Printing in Ideal Colors for Light in the Viewing Environment You can print in the colors that look best when viewed under the light where the printed image will be displayed. There are two ways to adjust the color tone for the ambient light, as follows. By selecting color tones on Charts before printing On the printed Chart, note the number of the set of colors with the desired color tone and enter this number in the printer driver before printing.
Page 272: Printing Photos In Monochrome
Print quality and color settings Printing Photos in Monochrome The following settings are available for monochrome printing. Main Easy Print Photo A mode optimized for printing monochrome images with Settings Target (Monochrome) maximum expressiveness through simple operations. Choosing Photo (Monochrome) in Easy Settings applies image processing to keep color ink use to an absolute minimum, suppressing color shift and achieving consistent gray balance.
Page 273: Choos�Ng The Document Type And Pr�Nt�Ng Cond�T�Ons (W�Ndows)
Print quality and color settings Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to print CAD drawings in monochrome. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.
Page 274 Print quality and color settings Click Line Drawing/Text in the Print Priority list. Click Standard (600dpi) in the Print Quality list. Note • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. Click Monochrome in the Color Mode list.
Page 275: Choos�Ng The Document Type And Pr�Nt�Ng Cond�T�Ons (Mac Os X)
Print quality and color settings Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to print CAD drawings in monochrome. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. Select the printer in the Format for list.
Page 276 Print quality and color settings In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Line Drawing in the Print Priority list. Click Standard(600dpi) in the Print Quality list. Note •...
Page 277 Print quality and color settings Access the Page Setup pane. Conrm the settings of Media Source and Page Size. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P.559) Enhanced Printing Options 263...
Page 278: Choos�Ng The Document Type And Pr�Nt�Ng Cond�T�Ons (Mac Os 9)
Print quality and color settings Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS 9) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to print CAD drawings in monochrome. Select the printer in Chooser. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box.
Page 279 Print quality and color settings In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Line Drawing in the Print Priority list. Click Standard(600dpi) in the Print Quality list. Note •...
Page 280 Print quality and color settings Access the Finishing pane. Conrm the selection in Media Source. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P.585) 266 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 281: F�Ne-Tun�Ng Colors Of Photos And Images (W�Ndows)
Print quality and color settings Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.
Page 282 Print quality and color settings Click Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Color Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Cyan Correct color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan , Magenta , and Yellow .
Page 283 Print quality and color settings Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Conrm the settings of Page Size, Media Source, and so on. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Windows)”. (→P.509) Enhanced Printing Options 269...
Page 284: F�Ne-Tun�Ng Colors Of Photos And Images (Mac Os X)
Print quality and color settings Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box.
Page 285 Print quality and color settings Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Color in the Color Mode list. Click Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. Enhanced Printing Options 271...
Page 286 Print quality and color settings On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Correct color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan , Cyan Magenta , and Yellow . Magenta Yellow Brightness Adjust the brightness of printed images while...
Page 287: F�Ne-Tun�Ng Colors Of Photos And Images (Mac Os 9)
Print quality and color settings Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS 9) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. Select the printer in Chooser.
Page 288 Print quality and color settings Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Color in the Color Mode list. Click Set to display the Color Settingsdialog box. 274 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 289 Print quality and color settings On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Correct color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan , Cyan Magenta , and Yellow . Magenta Yellow Brightness Adjust the brightness of printed images while...
Page 290: F�Ne-Tun�Ng Monochrome Sett�Ngs When Pr�Nt�Ng Photos (W�Ndows)
Print quality and color settings Fine-Tuning Monochrome Settings When Printing Photos (Windows) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.
Page 291 Print quality and color settings Click Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Gray Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Close the Color Settings dialog box. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Conrm the settings of Page Size, Media Source, and so on.
Page 292: F�Ne-Tun�Ng Monochrome Sett�Ngs When Pr�Nt�Ng Photos (Mac Os X)
Print quality and color settings Fine-Tuning Monochrome Settings When Printing Photos (Mac OS X) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. Select the print target in the Format for list.
Page 293 Print quality and color settings Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Monochrome (Photo) in the Color Mode list. Note • Monochrome (Photo) may not be available for all types of paper. Click Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Gray Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired.
Page 294 Print quality and color settings Access the Page Setup pane. Conrm the settings of Media Source and Page Size. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P.559) 280 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 295: F�Ne-Tun�Ng Monochrome Sett�Ngs When Pr�Nt�Ng Photos (Mac Os 9)
Print quality and color settings Fine-Tuning Monochrome Settings When Printing Photos (Mac OS 9) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. Select the printer in Chooser. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box.
Page 296 Print quality and color settings Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Monochrome (Photo) in the Color Mode list. Note • Monochrome (Photo) may not be available for all types of paper. Click Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Gray Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired.
Page 297 Print quality and color settings Access the Finishing pane. Conrm the selection in Media Source. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P.585) Enhanced Printing Options 283...
Page 298: Pr�Nt�Ng L�Ne Draw�Ngs And Text (W�Ndows)
Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) •...
Page 299 Print quality and color settings Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specied in the application software. In this case, click ISO A3. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 300: Pr�Nt�Ng L�Ne Draw�Ngs And Text (Mac Os X)
Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) •...
Page 301 Print quality and color settings Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note •...
Page 302 Print quality and color settings Make sure Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specied in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A3. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see “Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P.558) Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 303: Pr�Nt�Ng L�Ne Draw�Ngs And Text (Mac Os 9)
Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) •...
Page 304 Print quality and color settings Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main...
Page 305: Printing Office Documents (Windows)
Print quality and color settings Printing Ofce Documents (Windows) This topic describes how to print ofce documents based on the following example. • Document: Ofce document created using word-processing software or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 306 Print quality and color settings Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setupsheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Select sheets in the Media Source list.
Page 307: Printing Office Documents (Mac Os X)
Print quality and color settings Printing Ofce Documents (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print ofce documents based on the following example. • Document: Ofce document created using word-processing or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 308 Print quality and color settings Access the Page Setup pane. Click Sheets in the Media Source list. Make sure Page Size shows the original size as specied in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Specify additional printing conditions.
Page 309: Printing Office Documents (Mac Os 9)
Print quality and color settings Printing Ofce Documents (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print ofce documents based on the following example. • Document: Ofce document created using word-processing or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 310 Print quality and color settings Access the Finishing pane. Click Cut Sheet in the Media Source list. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see “Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P.584) Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 311: Pr�Nt�Ng Photos And Images (W�Ndows)
Print quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (Windows) 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 •...
Page 312 Print quality and color settings Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click 10"x12". Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 313: Pr�Nt�Ng Photos And Images (Mac Os X)
Print quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) 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 •...
Page 314 Print quality and color settings In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Glossy Photo Paper. Make sure the paper you select is loaded in the printer. Note • The paper type setting in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel ) is updated when you install the Media Conguration Tool from the User Software CD-ROM or if you change paper information by using the Media Conguration Tool.
Page 315 Print quality and color settings Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 316: Pr�Nt�Ng Photos And Images (Mac Os 9)
Print quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS 9) 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 •...
Page 317 Print quality and color settings In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Glossy Photo Paper. In the Media Type setting, choose the type of paper for printing, such as Glossy Paper, Coated Paper, and so on.
Page 318 Print quality and color settings Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 319: Pr�Nt�Ng Photos �N Monochrome (W�Ndows)
Print quality and color settings Printing Photos in Monochrome (Windows) This topic describes how to print photos in monochrome based on the following example. • Original: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches • Paper: Roll •...
Page 320 Print quality and color settings After conrming that Easy Settings is selected, click Photo (Monochrome) in the Print Target list. Caution • Photo (Monochrome) may not be available for all types of paper. Note • You can check the settings values selected in the Print Target list by clicking View Settings.
Page 321: Pr�Nt�Ng Photos �N Monochrome (Mac Os X)
Print quality and color settings Printing Photos in Monochrome (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print photos in monochrome based on the following example. • Original: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches • Paper: Roll •...
Page 322 Print quality and color settings In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Glossy Photo Paper. In the Media Type setting, choose the type of paper for printing, such as Glossy Paper, Coated Paper, and so on.
Page 323 Print quality and color settings Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 324: Pr�Nt�Ng Photos �N Monochrome (Mac Os 9)
Print quality and color settings Printing Photos in Monochrome (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print photos in monochrome based on the following example. • Original: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches • Paper: Roll •...
Page 325 Print quality and color settings In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Glossy Photo Paper. In the Media Type setting, choose the type of paper for printing, such as Glossy Paper, Coated Paper, and so on.
Page 326 Print quality and color settings Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 327: Printing Enlargements Or Reductions
Printing enlargements or reductions Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Fit Media Size Enlarge or reduce the original to match the size of the paper you are using.
Page 328: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Fit Roll Paper Width Enlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper width, as desired.
Page 329: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Scaling Enlarge or reduce originals by a particular amount, as desired.
Page 330: Pr�Nt�Ng Enlargements Of Scanned Or�G�Nals From A Color �Magerunner
Printing enlargements or reductions Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER Scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER can be enlarged and printed automatically. For instructions on printing enlargements of scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER, refer to the following topic.
Page 331: Pr�Nt�Ng Enlargements Of Scanned Or�G�Nals From A Color �Magerunner (W�Ndows)
Printing enlargements or reductions Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (Windows) Scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER can be enlarged and printed automatically. Originals you create by scanning with a Color imageRUNNER are transferred to a "hot folder" and printed automatically after enlargement according to printing conditions you specify for that folder.
Page 332 Printing enlargements or reductions Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER. Congure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals to the hot folder. It is easy to send scanned originals to the hot folder if you assign the scanning settings and destination to a Favorites button on the Color imageRUNNER.
Page 333: Pr�Nt�Ng Enlargements Of Scanned Or�G�Nals From A Color �Magerunner (Mac Os X)
Follow these steps to register and modify hot folders. To display the GARO ExtraKit dialog box, either double-click the GARO ExtraKit icon after navigating to Applications - Canon Utilities - imagePROGRAF, or click Set on the Utility pane.
Page 334 Printing enlargements or reductions Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER. Congure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals to the hot folder. It is easy to send scanned originals to the hot folder if you assign the scanning settings and destination to a Favorites button on the Color imageRUNNER.
Page 335: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals By Enter�Ng A Scal�Ng Value (W�Ndows)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 336 Printing enlargements or reductions Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11").
Page 337: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals By Enter�Ng A Scal�Ng Value (Mac Os X)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 338 Printing enlargements or reductions 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. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 339 Printing enlargements or reductions Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click Scaling and enter “120.” Note •...
Page 340: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals By Enter�Ng A Scal�Ng Value (Mac Os 9)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 341 Printing enlargements or reductions 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. Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 342 Printing enlargements or reductions Access the Page Setup pane. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 328 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 343 Printing enlargements or reductions Click Scaling and enter “120.” Note • You can specify enlargement that exceeds the paper size, but in this case, the portion off the edge of the paper will not be printed. • If the original size after enlargement or reduction is smaller than the paper size, the original is printed in the upper-left corner.
Page 344: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To F�T The Roll W�Dth (W�Ndows)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 345 Printing enlargements or reductions Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Note •...
Page 346: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To F�T The Roll W�Dth (Mac Os X)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 347 Printing enlargements or reductions Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on...
Page 348 Printing enlargements or reductions Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click Fit Roll Paper Width. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 349: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To F�T The Roll W�Dth (Mac Os 9)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll paper width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 350 Printing enlargements or reductions Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 351 Printing enlargements or reductions Access the Page Setup pane. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click Fit Roll Paper Width.
Page 352: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To Match The Paper S�Ze (W�Ndows)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 353 Printing enlargements or reductions Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4.
Page 354: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To Match The Paper S�Ze (Mac Os X)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 355 Printing enlargements or reductions Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on...
Page 356 Printing enlargements or reductions Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Make sure Fit Media Size is selected. Click ISO A3 in the Media Size list.
Page 357: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To Match The Paper S�Ze (Mac Os 9)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 358 Printing enlargements or reductions Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 359 Printing enlargements or reductions Access the Page Setup pane. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Make sure Fit Media Size is selected.
Page 360: Printing At Full Size
Printing at full size Printing at full size Printing on Oversized Paper Except in borderless printing, the actual printing area corresponds to your selected paper size minus the space for a margin. (→P.141) To print documents or images you prepare without a margin at actual size, use an oversized paper size.
Page 361 Printing at full size Note • Oversized printing (selecting Oversize in Page Size ) is only available in Windows. For oversized printing on sheets, choose Cut Sheet as the media source. • To perform oversized printing on a Macintosh computer, you must specify a non-standard page size and print on it.
Page 362: Borderless Printing At Actual Size
Printing at full 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. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the original. With borderless printing, you can print documents without the margin, so that the printed image covers the entire surface of the paper.
Page 363 Printing at full size Print Image with Actual Size Prints originals at actual size, without enlarging or reducing them. Originals must be prepared in a size that exceeds the dimensions of the paper by 3 mm (0.12 in) on each side. Note •...
Page 364: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng At Actual S�Ze (W�Ndows)
Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Heavyweight Coated Paper •...
Page 365 Printing at full size Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12". Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 366: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng At Actual S�Ze (Mac Os X)
Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)-Borderless •...
Page 367 Printing at full size In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 368 Printing at full size Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12" - Borderless. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note •...
Page 369: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng At Actual S�Ze (Mac Os 9)
Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)-Borderless •...
Page 370 Printing at full size In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 371 Printing at full size Access the Page Setup pane. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". Conrm the print settings, and click Print to start printing. Note •...
Page 372: Pr�Nt�Ng At Full S�Ze (W�Ndows)
Printing at full size 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 Size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll •...
Page 373 Printing at full size Click OK to close the Media Size Options dialog box. Click Oversize - ISO A4 in the Page Size list. Click Roll Paper in the Media 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 374: Pr�Nt�Ng At Full S�Ze (Mac Os X)
Printing at full size Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 375 Printing at full size Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on...
Page 376 Printing at full size Make sure Page Size shows the original size as specied in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 - Oversize. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note •...
Page 377: Pr�Nt�Ng At Full S�Ze (Mac Os 9)
Printing at full size Printing at Full Size (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 378 Printing at full size Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 379: Borderless Printing On Paper Of Equivalent Size
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent 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. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the original. With borderless printing, you can print documents without the margin, so that the printed image covers the entire surface of the paper.
Page 380 Borderless Printing Fit Media Size Enlarge or reduce the original to match the size of the paper you are using. Note • The printer driver automatically enlarges originals 3 mm (0.12 in) past the dimensions of the paper on each side. The 3 mm portion beyond the edge on each side is not printed. For instructions on borderless printing of photos, images, and other documents to match the paper size, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system.
Page 381: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng By Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To F�T The Roll W�Dth
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos or images) without a surrounding margin, or border. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the original. With borderless printing, you can print documents without the margin, so that the printed image covers the entire surface of the paper.
Page 382 Borderless Printing Scale to t Roll Paper Width Enlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper width. Note • You can combine this function with rotating pages 90 degrees before printing so that the original width (relative to portrait orientation) matches the roll paper width in borderless printing.
Page 383: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng At Actual S�Ze
Borderless Printing 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. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the original. With borderless printing, you can print documents without the margin, so that the printed image covers the entire surface of the paper.
Page 384 Borderless Printing Print Image with Actual Size Prints originals at actual size, without enlarging or reducing them. Originals must be prepared in a size that exceeds the dimensions of the paper by 3 mm (0.12 in) on each side. Note •...
Page 385: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng At Actual S�Ze (W�Ndows)
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Heavyweight Coated Paper •...
Page 386 Borderless Printing Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12". Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 387: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng At Actual S�Ze (Mac Os X)
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)-Borderless • Paper: Roll •...
Page 388 Borderless Printing Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Conrm that the roll paper width matches the paper size. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, 10 in.
Page 389 Borderless Printing Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12" - Borderless. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note •...
Page 390: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng At Actual S�Ze (Mac Os 9)
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)-Borderless • Paper: Roll •...
Page 391 Borderless Printing In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 392 Borderless Printing Access the Page Setup pane. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". Conrm the print settings, and click Print to start printing. Note •...
Page 393: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng By Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To F�T The Roll W�Dth (W�Ndows)
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 394 Borderless Printing Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 395: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng By Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To F�T The Roll W�Dth (Mac Os X)
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 396 Borderless Printing In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 397 Borderless Printing Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Select the Borderless Printing check box. This ensures that Fit Roll Paper Width is automatically selected in Enlarged/Reduced Printing.
Page 398: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng By Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To F�T The Roll W�Dth (Mac Os 9)
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 399 Borderless Printing In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 400 Borderless Printing Access the Page Setup pane. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Select the Borderless Printing check box.
Page 401: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng By Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To Match The Paper S�Ze (W�Ndows)
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) •...
Page 402 Borderless Printing Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click 10"x12". Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Select the Borderless Printing check box to display the Information dialog box.
Page 403: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng By Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To Match The Paper S�Ze (Mac Os X)
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) •...
Page 404 Borderless Printing In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 405 Borderless Printing Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". On the Page Setup pane, select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Select the Borderless Printing check box. Click Fit Media Size under Enlarged/Reduced Printing.
Page 406: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng By Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To Match The Paper S�Ze (Mac Os 9)
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) •...
Page 407 Borderless Printing In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 408 Borderless Printing Access the Page Setup pane. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Select the Borderless Printing check box. Click Fit Media Size under Enlarged/Reduced Printing.
Page 409: Pr�Nt�Ng Banners Or At Other Non-Standard S�Zes
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) You can create vertical or horizontal banners by printing originals that are in banner format on rolls. Originals created in Microsoft Word or other applications in your preferred size can be enlarged to ll the width of roll paper by completing simple printer driver settings.
Page 410: Pr�Nt�Ng On Non-Standard Paper S�Zes
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes By specifying the paper size, you can print on non-standard sizes of paper. There are two ways to print on non-standard paper sizes, as follows. Registering non-standard paper size in the printer driver After you register non-standard paper sizes, they are listed with standard sizes so that you can choose them anytime as needed.
Page 411: Pr�Nt�Ng On Non-Standard Paper S�Zes (W�Ndows)
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) This topic describes two ways to print on non-standard paper sizes. • Printing by using Custom Size (→P.397) • Printing by using Custom Media Size (→P.399) Printing by using Custom Size This section describes how to print using Custom Size based on the following example.
Page 412 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Click Cut Sheet in the Media Source list. Click Custom Size in the Page Size list to display the Custom Size Settings dialog box. Complete the following settings in the Custom Size Settings dialog box.
Page 413: Printing By Using Custom Media Size
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing by using Custom Media Size This section describes how to print using Custom Media Size based on the following example. First, register a non-standard paper size called “430 mm Square” as a Custom Media Size. •...
Page 414 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Click Size Options to display the Media Size Options dialog box. Complete the following settings in the Media Size Options dialog box. Enter a desired paper name in Custom Media Size Name. “430 mm Square” is used in this example. Select mm or inch in Units.
Page 415: Pr�Nt�Ng On Non-Standard Paper S�Zes (Mac Os X)
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print after registering “Custom Media Size” based on the following example. Here, you will register a non-standard paper size named “430*430” in “Custom Media Size”. •...
Page 416 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After conrming that Easy Settings is selected, click Scanned Image in the Print Target list.
Page 417: Pr�Nt�Ng On Non-Standard Paper S�Zes (Mac Os 9)
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS 9) This section describes how to print using Custom Media Size based on the following example. Here, you will register a non-standard paper size named “430*430” in Custom Media Size. Document: •...
Page 418 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Access the Page Attribute dialog box. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click “430*430”, the size you registered. Print Area Setting, click Standard. Click Cut Sheet in the Standard list.
Page 419 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Access the Finishing pane. Click Cut Sheet in the Media Source list. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P.585) Enhanced Printing Options 405...
Page 420: Pr�Nt�Ng Vert�Cal Or Hor�Zontal Banners (Large-Format Pr�Nt�Ng; W�Ndows)
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) This topic describes how to print a banner about ve times as long as the roll width based on the following example. • Document: A horizontal banner created in Microsoft Word •...
Page 421: Creating The Banner In The Application
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Click Add to add the paper size of “My Horizontal Banner.” Click OK to close the Media Size Options dialog box. Close the printer driver dialog box. Note • You can also specify a Custom Size as the paper size. Note that Custom Size settings are not available after you exit the application.
Page 422 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After conrming that Easy Settings is selected, click Poster (Text, Illustrations) in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 423 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. After you click Fit Roll Paper Width, the Information dialog box is displayed. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list. In this case, click 16-in. Roll (406.4mm), and then click OK.
Page 424: Pr�Nt�Ng Vert�Cal Or Hor�Zontal Banners (Large-Format Pr�Nt�Ng; Mac Os X)
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print a banner about ve times as long as the roll width based on the following example. • Document: An original designed for a horizontal banner •...
Page 425 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Specify the margins by entering “0.3” in Printer Margins. Here, measurements are entered in centimeters. Click OK to close the Custom Page Sizes dialog box. In the Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click "100*500", the size you registered.
Page 426 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm). Note •...
Page 427: Pr�Nt�Ng Vert�Cal Or Hor�Zontal Banners (Large-Format Pr�Nt�Ng; Mac Os 9)
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print a banner about ve times as long as the roll width based on the following example. • Document: An original designed for a horizontal banner •...
Page 428 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Under Media Size, enter “100” in Wid. and “500” in Hght. Click Add to add the paper size of “My Horizontal Banner.” Access the Page Attribute dialog box. In the Page Size list, click the size you added, “My Horizontal Banner.” Orientation, click the icon of the document in landscape orientation.
Page 429: Print The Banner
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Print the banner Follow these steps to print the banner using the corresponding banner settings. Choose Print in the application menu. Make sure the Main pane is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After conrming that Easy Settings is selected, click POP in the Print Target list.
Page 430 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 431: Tiling And Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other By arranging originals from word-processing or spreadsheet programs or web browser screen shots next to each other on single sheets, you can create highly expressive presentation materials, easy-to-understand meeting materials, and a variety of other printed documents.
Page 432: Imageprograf Free Layout (Macintosh)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet imagePROGRAF Free Layout (Macintosh) Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine originals from multiple les-even multiple source applications-in a single-page layout. Important • The driver must be installed from the User Software CD-ROM to use this function. For instructions on arranging originals from multiple applications, refer to the following topics.
Page 433: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously You can print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Roll paper (banner) Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. •...
Page 434: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet To conserve paper, you can print several pages of the original on a single sheet by reducing the original and dividing the sheet into areas for each page. Page Layout Specify a number of pages of the original to print on a single sheet, in a layout of multiple pages per sheet.
Page 435: Printing Posters In Sections
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet 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 Layout Choose poster printing.
Page 436: Pr�Nt�Ng Large Posters (W�Ndows)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Large Posters (Windows) 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. This topic describes how to enlarge an A2 original for printing it in sections on four sheets, based on the following example.
Page 437 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Page Size, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A2. Click Manual in the Media Source list. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box.
Page 438: Pr�Nt�Ng Large Posters (Mac Os 9)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Large Posters (Mac OS 9) 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. This topic describes how to enlarge an A2 original for printing it in sections on four sheets, based on the following example.
Page 439 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet After conrming that Easy Settings is selected, click Poster (Graphic Image) in the Print Target list. Access the Page Setup pane. Select the Page Layout check box. Click Poster (2 x 2) in the Page Layout list.
Page 440: Pr�Nt�Ng Mult�Ple Or�G�Nals Next To Each Other (W�Ndows)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) This topic describes how to arrange multiple originals using the Free Layout function. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) Make sure the Main sheet is displayed.
Page 441 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet When you attempt to print, the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. (At this point, the document will not be printed yet.) Edit and rearrange the image in the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. Important •...
Page 442: Pr�Nt�Ng Mult�Ple Or�G�Nals Next To Each Other (Mac Os X)
This topic describes how to use the Free Layout function to arrange multiple originals next to each other before printing. Choose Print in the application menu. Click PDF and select Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout. The Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. 428 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 443 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Edit and rearrange the image in the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. Important • Without closing the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window, repeat steps 1-7 to arrange originals from multiple applications on the same page.
Page 444: Pr�Nt�Ng Mult�Ple Pages Cont�Nuously (W�Ndows)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. •...
Page 445: Pr�Nt�Ng Mult�Ple Pages Cont�Nuously (Mac Os X)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. •...
Page 446 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the Media Source list. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P.559) 432 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 447: Pr�Nt�Ng Mult�Ple Pages Cont�Nuously (Mac Os 9)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. •...
Page 448 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the Media Source list. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P.585) 434 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 449: Pr�Nt�Ng Mult�Ple Pages Per Sheet (W�Ndows)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet 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. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [11.7×16.5 in]) •...
Page 450 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box.
Page 451: Pr�Nt�Ng Mult�Ple Pages Per Sheet (Mac Os X)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print four pages of originals together on a single sheet based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) •...
Page 452 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Access the Main pane. 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. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 453 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 454: Pr�Nt�Ng Mult�Ple Pages Per Sheet (Mac Os 9)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print four pages of originals together on a single sheet based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) •...
Page 455 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Access the Page Setup pane. Select the Page Layout check box. Click 4 Pages/Sheet in the Page Layout list. Note • You can choose the layout order and specify a boundary line for the four pages in Layout Direction and Page Border.
Page 456 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 457: Centering Originals
Centering originals Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls You can print originals centered on a page-for example, if the paper is larger than the original, or if you are reducing the original. Centering originals relative to roll paper width If you use originals smaller than the roll paper width, you can center them relative to the width when printing.
Page 458: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets You can print originals centered on a page-for example, if the paper is larger than the original, or if you are reducing the original. Centering originals on sheets If you use paper larger than the original size or print originals after reduction, the printed images may be aligned in the upper-left corner of the paper.
Page 459: Pr�Nt�Ng Or�G�Nals Centered On Rolls (W�Ndows)
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll •...
Page 460 Centering originals Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm). Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box.
Page 461: Pr�Nt�Ng Or�G�Nals Centered On Rolls (Mac Os X)
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll •...
Page 462 Centering originals Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, 10-in. Roll. Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 463 Centering originals Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Print Centered check box. Conrm the print settings, and click Print to start printing. Note •...
Page 464: Pr�Nt�Ng Or�G�Nals Centered On Rolls (Mac Os 9)
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 465 Centering originals Access the Page Setup pane. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Access the Finishing pane. Enhanced Printing Options 451...
Page 466 Centering originals Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Paper Width -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 467: Pr�Nt�Ng Or�G�Nals Centered On Sheets (W�Ndows)
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) This topic describes how to reduce an original 50% for printing centered on a sheet. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Sheets •...
Page 468 Centering originals Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click Match Page Size in the Media Size list. Click Scaling and enter “50.” Click Cut Sheet in the Media Source list. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box.
Page 469: Pr�Nt�Ng Or�G�Nals Centered On Sheets (Mac Os X)
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4/Letter • Paper: Sheets • Paper type: Plain Paper •...
Page 470 Centering originals Access the Page Setup pane. Click Cut Sheet in the Media Source list. Make sure Page Size shows the original size as specied in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Print Centered check box.
Page 471: Pr�Nt�Ng Or�G�Nals Centered On Sheets (Mac Os 9)
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4/Letter • Paper: Sheets ( Manual ) •...
Page 472 Centering originals Access the Page Setup pane. Make sure Page Size shows the original size as specied in Page Setup in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Access the Finishing pane. 458 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 473 Centering originals Click Cut Sheet in the Media Source list. Select the Print Centered check box. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P.585) Important •...
Page 474: Conserving Roll Paper
Conserving roll paper Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees You can conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings as suitable for your original. Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) When originals are printed in portrait orientation, the original is rotated 90 degrees before printing if it ts within the roll width.
Page 475: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins
Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins You can conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings as suitable for your original. No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper) You can print without feeding the paper for blank portions of originals if there are top and bottom margins in originals.
Page 476: Conserv�Ng Roll Paper By Pr�Nt�Ng Or�G�Nals W�Thout Top And Bottom Marg�Ns (W�Ndows)
Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper when printing originals that have a top and bottom margin, based on the following example. • Document: Any type •...
Page 477 Conserving roll paper In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm).
Page 478 Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper when printing originals that have a top and bottom margin, based on the following example. •...
Page 479 Conserving roll paper Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Paper Width -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 480 Conserving roll paper Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the No Spaces at Top or Bottom check box. Conrm the print settings, and click Print to start printing.
Page 481: Conserv�Ng Roll Paper By Pr�Nt�Ng Or�G�Nals W�Thout Top And Bottom Marg�Ns (Mac Os 9)
Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper when printing originals that have a top and bottom margin, based on the following example. •...
Page 482 Conserving roll paper Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Paper Width -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 483: Conserv�Ng Roll Paper By Rotat�Ng Or�G�Nals 90 Degrees (W�Ndows)
Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows) This topic describes how to conserve paper by rotating originals 90 degrees before printing, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3×11.7 in) •...
Page 484 Conserving roll paper Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm). Select the Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) check box. Conrm the print settings and print as desired.
Page 485: Conserv�Ng Roll Paper By Rotat�Ng Or�G�Nals 90 Degrees (Mac Os X)
Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper by rotating originals 90 degrees before printing, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page Size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 486 Conserving roll paper Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Paper Width -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 487 Conserving roll paper Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Rotate Page 90 degrees check box. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 488: Conserv�Ng Roll Paper By Rotat�Ng Or�G�Nals 90 Degrees (Mac Os 9)
Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper by rotating originals 90 degrees before printing, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 489 Conserving roll paper Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 490: Printing Cad Drawings
Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings Using this printer, you can print ne lines and text clearly and sharply. It’s easy to produce highly precise drawings from CAD applications. For instructions on CAD printing, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system.
Page 491: Pr�Nt�Ng L�Ne Draw�Ngs And Text (W�Ndows)
Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll •...
Page 492 Printing CAD Drawings Page Size, click the size of the original as specied in the application software. In this case, click ISO A3. Click Roll Paper in the Media 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 493: Pr�Nt�Ng L�Ne Draw�Ngs And Text (Mac Os X)
Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) •...
Page 494 Printing CAD Drawings Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 495 Printing CAD Drawings Make sure Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specied in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A3. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see “Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P.558) Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 496: Pr�Nt�Ng L�Ne Draw�Ngs And Text (Mac Os 9)
Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) •...
Page 497 Printing CAD Drawings In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After conrming that Easy Settings is selected, click CAD (Line Drawing) in the Print Target list. Note • You can check the settings values selected in the Print Target list by clicking View set.
Page 498 Printing CAD Drawings Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see “Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P.584) Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P.585) 484 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 499: Other Useful Settings
Other useful settings Other useful settings Printing With Watermarks You can add watermarks (background images) to documents that require special handling. Watermark Watermarks are applied to all pages of your document. Important • Watermarks are not printed if you select poster as the type of page layout. The following watermarks are provided: •...
Page 500: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation
Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation You can specify the original orientation to match the orientation of the paper for printing. Orientation Paper is usually loaded in the printer in portrait orientation. When you have an original in landscape orientation, you can specify the printing orientation so that the original is printed in landscape orientation.
Page 501: Using Favorites
Other useful settings Using Favorites You can register print settings as “favorites” to reuse settings from a particular job that met your expectations, or settings for a particular page size that you will use repeatedly. Favorites Registering a favorite for later use. You can choose the settings you have registered from a list before printing, and you can check the settings details.
Page 502: Printing From Photoshop
Other useful settings Printing from Photoshop You can print images in the Adobe RGB color space that you have created in Photoshop, the Adobe Systems photo retouching application. Using the dedicated Photoshop printer driver plug-in (provided with the printer) makes it easy to print Adobe RGB images more attractively. •...
Page 503: Using Posterartist To Compose Originals
Other useful settings Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals You can print a variety of source documents from word-processing or spreadsheet programs or screen shots from web browsers after composing an original with them using PosterArtist. Important • PosterArtist (sold separately) must be installed to use this function. Edit Using PosterArtist PosterArtist offers a wide range of features, including features to insert source documents in posters and compose an original with them.
Page 504: Cutt�Ng Roll Paper After Pr�Nt�Ng (W�Ndows)
Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto cut function) after printing, as well as how to print a cut line to cut the paper manually. Note •...
Page 505: Cutt�Ng Roll Paper After Pr�Nt�Ng (Mac Os X)
Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto cut function) after printing, as well as how to print a cut line to cut the paper manually. Note •...
Page 506 Other useful settings Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Set to display the Media Detailed Settingsdialog box. 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.
Page 507: Cutt�Ng Roll Paper After Pr�Nt�Ng (Mac Os 9)
Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto cut function) after printing, as well as how to print a cut line to cut the paper manually. Note •...
Page 508 Other useful settings Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Set to display the Media Detailed Settingsdialog box. 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.
Page 509: Mak�Ng The Or�G�Nal Or�Entat�On Match The Paper Or�Entat�On (W�Ndows)
Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) This topic describes how to print an original in landscape orientation after matching the paper orientation, based on the following example. • Document: An original in landscape orientation •...
Page 510 Other useful settings In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Orientation, click Landscape. Click Roll Paper in the Media 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 511: Mak�Ng The Or�G�Nal Or�Entat�On Match The Paper Or�Entat�On (Mac Os X)
Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print an original in landscape orientation after matching the paper orientation, based on the following example. • Document: An original in landscape orientation •...
Page 512 Other useful settings Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 513 Other useful settings Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note •...
Page 514: Mak�Ng The Or�G�Nal Or�Entat�On Match The Paper Or�Entat�On (Mac Os 9)
Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print an original in landscape orientation after matching the paper orientation, based on the following example. • Document: An original in landscape orientation •...
Page 515 Other useful settings Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 516: Pr�Nt�Ng W�Th Watermarks-Copy, File Copy, And So On (W�Ndows)
Other useful settings Printing with Watermarks-COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) This topic describes how to print ofce documents with a watermark (in this case, “FILE COPY”) based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A2 (420.0 × 594.0 mm [16.5 × 23.4 in]) •...
Page 517 Other useful settings Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specied in the application software. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 518: Pr�Nt�Ng W�Th Watermarks-Copy, File Copy, And So On (Mac Os 9)
Other useful settings Printing with Watermarks-COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print ofce documents with a watermark (in this case, “FILE COPY”) based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A2 (420.0 ×...
Page 519 Other useful settings After conrming that Easy Settings is selected, click CAD (Line Drawing) in the Print Target list. Note • You can check the settings values selected in the Print Target list by clicking View set.. Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list.
Page 520 Other useful settings Select the Watermark check box. Click FILE COPY in the Watermarks list. Note • To create your own, original watermark, click Edit Watermark. Refer to the printer driver help for instructions on modifying watermarks to create your own. Specify additional printing conditions.
Page 521: Software
Windows Software Windows Printer Driver Settings (Windows) For instructions on accessing the Windows printer driver, refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) (→P.539) • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) (→P.206) For information on the Windows printer driver settings, refer to the following topics.
Page 522 Windows • Support Sheet (Windows) (→P.527) You can view support information and the user’s manual. • Device Settings Sheet (Windows) (→P.528) You can display settings for optional equipment installed on the printer and see the printer driver version. imagePROGRAF Free Layout is a feature for freely arranging originals from various source applications on a single page as desired before printing.
Page 523: Confirming Print Settings (Windows)
Windows Conrming Print Settings (Windows) There are two ways to conrm the print settings, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings (→P.509) • Checking a print preview (→P.510) Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main, Page Setup, and Layout sheets. By checking images and numerical values in the preview, you can conrm current settings for the page size, orientation, media source, layout, and so on.
Page 524 Windows Note • To conrm the Print Target specied in Easy Settings, click View Settings on the Main sheet to display the View Settings dialog box. Checking a print preview You can check an image of the original just as it will be printed. When you activate this feature, PageComposer is launched before printing.
Page 525: Prev�Ew�Ng Images Before Pr�Nt�Ng (W�Ndows)
Windows Previewing Images Before Printing (Windows) This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) Make sure the Main sheet is displayed.
Page 526: Paper Informat�On On Pr�Nter D�Alog Box (W�Ndows)
Windows Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Windows) On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and congure printer driver settings for the media source and media type. Note • To display the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , click Get Information by Media Type.
Page 527: Sett�Ngs Summar�Es D�Alog Box (W�Ndows)
Windows Settings Summaries Dialog Box (Windows) The Settings Summaries dialog box enables you to conrm the settings for the Main, Page Setup, Layout, and Favorites sheets. Corresponding Utility Button Copy Click to copy the settings information to the clipboard. You can paste the settings information into a le created with a text editor or similar application.
Page 528: Us�Ng Favor�Tes (W�Ndows)
Windows Using Favorites (Windows) This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings. Registering a favorite Follow the steps below to save the current print settings as a favorite. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) Complete the print settings.
Page 529 Windows Printing using the favorite Follow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. In the Favorites, choose the favorite you registered.
Page 530: Ma�N Sheet (W�Ndows)
Windows Main Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Main sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • On the Main sheet, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the print target, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 531 Windows Setting Item Description Status Monitor Click to start imagePROGRAF Status Monitor , which enables you to conrm the status of the printer and print jobs. You can also set up email notication if printer errors occur by completing the Email Notice settings. For details, refer to the Status Monitor help.
Page 532 Windows Conguration using Advanced Settings Setting Item Description Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . (→P.169) Get Information Click to display the Get Information dialog box, which shows media types and sizes by media source, as specied on the printer.
Page 533 Windows Setting Item Description Status Monitor Click to start imagePROGRAF Status Monitor , which enables you to conrm the status of the printer and print jobs. You can also set up email notication if printer errors occur by completing the Email Notice settings. For details, refer to the Status Monitor help.
Page 534: Page Setup Sheet (W�Ndows)
Windows Page Setup Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Page Setupsheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description Page Size Select the page size as specied in the source application. For details on available page sizes, see “Paper Sizes”.
Page 535 Windows Setting Item Description Orientation Choose the printing orientation. Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (→P.486) Rotate Page 90 degrees Activate this setting to rotate the document image by 90 degrees before (Conserve Paper) printing. Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (→P.460) Media Source Choose how paper is supplied.
Page 536: Layout Sheet (W�Ndows)
Windows Layout Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Layout sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description Page Layout Activate this setting to select a particular page layout. Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (→P.420) Printing Posters in Sections (→P.421) Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (→P.417) Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals (→P.489)
Page 537 Windows Setting Item Description Special Settings If the printing results are not as you expected, click this option to change how printing is processed. Defaults Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. Software 523...
Page 538: Gray Adjustment Sheet (W�Ndows)
Windows Gray Adjustment Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Gray Adjustment sheet. Gray Adjustment On the Gray Adjustment sheet, you can adjust the color balance, brightness, contrast, and other image qualities. Note • To display the Gray Adjustment sheet, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , select Monochrome (Photo) by Color Mode in Advanced Settings, and then click Color Settings.
Page 539: Favor�Tes Sheet (W�Ndows)
Windows Favorites Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Favoritessheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description Favorites Printing favorites you have created are listed with Default Settings favorites. Using Favorites (→P.487) Settings Details Displays details of the favorite selected in the Favorites .
Page 540: Ut�L�Ty Sheet (W�Ndows)
Windows Utility Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Utilitysheet. For details on the utilities, refer to the relevant utility help. Button Corresponding Utility Maintenance Click to start the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor , which offers the following maintenance for the printer.
Page 541: Support Sheet (W�Ndows)
On the Support sheet, you can view support information and the user’s manual. Corresponding Utility Button Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can nd the latest information on the printer and consumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information.
Page 542: Dev�Ce Sett�Ngs Sheet (W�Ndows)
Windows Device Settings Sheet (Windows) Many settings items on the printer properties sheets are controlled by Windows applications. However, the Device Settings sheet is for conguring the printer, and it is an extension of the printer driver. The following settings are available on the Device Settings sheet. Setting Item Description You can display version information for the printer...
Page 543: Us�Ng Posterart�St To Compose Or�G�Nals (W�Ndows)
Windows Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals (Windows) This topic describes how to use PosterArtist to compose originals from multiple applications, creating a poster layout for printing. Important • PosterArtist (sold separately) must be installed to use this function. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box.
Page 544 Windows Select the Page Layout check box. Click in the Edit Using PosterArtist in the Page Layout list. When you attempt to print, PosterArtist starts up and the PageCapture window is displayed. (At this point, the document will not be printed yet.) Choose the page to load in PosterArtist.
Page 545: Pr�Nt�Ng Adobe Rgb Images (W�Ndows)
Windows Printing Adobe RGB Images (Windows) This topic describes how to print Adobe RGB images based on the following example. • Document: Adobe RGB image created in Photoshop • Page Size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Glossy Photo Paper •...
Page 546 Windows In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Glossy Photo Paper. Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Select the print quality in the Print Quality list.
Page 547 Windows In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12". Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list. In this case, click 10-in. Roll (254.0mm), and then click OK.
Page 548: Mageprograf Status Mon�Tor (W�Ndows)
Windows imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. Two screens are available in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor : “Printer List” shows a list of printers, and “Status Monitor” shows details for each printer. •...
Page 549: Mageprograf Dev�Ce Setup Ut�L�Ty
Windows imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility is a utility to establish communication between the printer and your computer by completing relevant settings. After the printer is installed, for example, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility to complete the network settings initially. •...
Page 550: Installing Imageprograf Device Setup Utility
Windows Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility Install imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the User Software CD-ROM provided with the printer as follows: Important • In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows Vista, you must log on with administrative rights equivalent to the “Administrator” account. Insert the User Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
Page 551: Configuring The Ip Address Using Imageprograf Device Setup Utility
Windows Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility From a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility provided with the printer to congure the printer’s IP address. This topic describes how to congure the IP address using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility.
Page 552: Digital Photo Front-Access
Windows Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access is an application that links photos from Canon digital cameras and other image les on your computer with various other applications. • Simply select an image and click the icon of the application you want to start to launch the application.
Page 553: Access�Ng The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver D�Alog Box From Appl�Cat�Ons (W�Ndows)
Windows Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) Choose Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Select the printer, and then display the printer driver dialog box. Note • The dialog box for specifying printing conditions varies depending on the source application. In some cases, when you select the printer, a sheet for conguring the printer driver is added to the dialog box.
Page 554 Windows Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the source application, changes you make to the settings will only apply temporarily to that application. Because these are sizes you specify temporarily in the printer driver, the sizes will not be available after you exit the application. •...
Page 555: Access�Ng The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver D�Alog Box From The Operat�Ng System Menu (W�Ndows)
Windows Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printers ). Select the printer, and then display the printer properties dialog box. Click Printing Preferences to display the Printing Preferences dialog box, titled with the name of this printer.
Page 556 Windows Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the operating system menu, changes you make to the settings will apply to all applications you use for printing.
Page 557: Color Adjustment : Color
Windows Color Settings Sheet: Color (Windows) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them. However, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver. Color Adjustment : color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment sheet.
Page 558 Windows Setting Item Description Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment. Defaults Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. Note •...
Page 559: Matching Sheet: Driver Matching Mode
Windows Matching sheet: Driver Matching Mode On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching, to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. Note •...
Page 560 Windows Matching sheet: ICC Matching Mode, Driver ICM Mode, and Host ICM Mode On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching, to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. The following options are available when you select ICC Matching Mode, Driver ICM Mode, or Host ICM Mode on the Matching Mode sheet.
Page 561 Windows Matching sheet: Ambient Light Matching Mode (Kyuanos) On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. The following options are available when you select Ambient Light Matching Mode (Kyuanos) in the Matching Mode list.
Page 562: Light Source Check Tool
Windows Setting Item Description Chart Number In Chart , select the number of the pattern with your desired colors. Lighting Source Type Select the light source measured using the Eye-One spectrophotometer. Select the value measured using the Eye-One spectrophotometer. Color Temperature Light Source Check Tool The Light Source Check Tool enables you to print Chart.
Page 563: Color Adjustment : Monochrome
Windows Color Settings Sheet: Monochrome (Windows) The following settings are available on the Color Settings sheet for monochrome printing. Color Adjustment : monochrome On the Color Adjustment sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings.
Page 564 Windows Note • For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P.254) Object Adjustment dialog box 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 565: Confirming The Print Image Before Printing
Windows Conrming the Print Image Before Printing The preview screen displayed before printing enables you to see the original image just as it will be printed. Conrming the image of print jobs helps prevent printing errors. For instructions on previewing print jobs, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system.
Page 566: Med�A Deta�Led Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box (W�Ndows)
Windows Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Windows) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , click Settings by Media Type.
Page 567: Med�A S�Ze Opt�Ons D�Alog Box (W�Ndows)
Windows Media Size Options Dialog Box (Windows) In the Media Size Options dialog box, you can create and register your own Custom Media Size. The sizes you dene are listed with standard media sizes for selection later as needed. Note •...
Page 568: Pr�Nt�Ng Enlargements Of Scanned Or�G�Nals From A Color �Magerunner (W�Ndows)
Windows Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (Windows) Scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER can be enlarged and printed automatically. Originals you create by scanning with a Color imageRUNNER are transferred to a "hot folder" and printed automatically after enlargement according to printing conditions you specify for that folder.
Page 569 Windows Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER. Congure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals to the hot folder. It is easy to send scanned originals to the hot folder if you assign the scanning settings and destination to a Favorites button on the Color imageRUNNER.
Page 570: Spec�Al Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box (W�Ndows)
Windows Special Settings Dialog Box (Windows) If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the Special Settings dialog box. Note • To display the Special Settings dialog box, on the Layout Sheet (Windows) (→P.522) , click Special Settings.
Page 571: Ew Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box For The Pr�Nt�Ng Appl�Cat�On (W�Ndows)
Windows View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Windows) In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • To display the View Settings dialog box, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , click View Settings by Print Target.
Page 572: Mac Os X
Mac OS X Mac OS X Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X) For instructions on accessing the Mac OS X printer driver, refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X) (→P.578) For information on the Mac OS X printer driver settings, refer to the following topics.
Page 573: Confirming Print Settings (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X) There are two ways to conrm what printing conditions have been specied, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings (→P.559) • Checking a print preview (→P.560) Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main, Page Setup, Utility, and Additional Settings panes.
Page 574 Mac OS X Note • To conrm the Print Target specied in Easy Settings, click View set. on the Main pane to display the View settings dialog box. Checking a print preview You can check an image of the original just as it will be printed. Conrming the image of print jobs beforehand helps prevent printing errors.
Page 575: Checking The Layout Before Printing
Mac OS X Checking the Layout Before Printing You can check the print layout on the preview screen. While viewing this screen, you can also adjust layout or size settings, and your changes will be instantly applied on the preview screen. Preview (Macintosh) Important •...
Page 576: Check�Ng The Layout Before Pr�Nt�Ng (Mac Os X)
Choose Print in the application menu. Click PDF and select Canon imagePROGRAF Preview. 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. Note •...
Page 577: Prev�Ew�Ng Images Before Pr�Nt�Ng (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Previewing Images Before Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. In the application menu, choose Print. Click Preview to open the preview window. Check the layout and other aspects of the printing image, and then click Print to start printing. Note •...
Page 578: Paper Informat�On On Pr�Nter D�Alog Box (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Mac OS X) On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and congure printer driver media type setting. Note • To display the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.565) , click Get Information by Media Type.
Page 579: Ma�N Pane (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Main Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Main pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • On the Main pane, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the print target, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 580 Mac OS X Conguration using Advanced Settings Setting Item Description Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . (→P.169) Get Information Click to display the Get Information dialog box, which shows media types specied on the printer for each media source.
Page 581: Page Setup Pane (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Page Setup Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description Media Source Choose how paper is supplied. Options displayed in the list vary depending on the selection in Media Type in the Main pane.
Page 582 Mac OS X Setting Item Description Print Centered Activate this setting to print document images in the center of the paper. Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (→P.443) Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (→P.444) No Spaces at Top or Bottom Activate this setting to print the next image skipping blank areas above and below printable data in documents, which enables you to conserve the paper.
Page 583: Ut�L�Ty Pane (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Utility Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Utilitypane. Setting Item Description Click to display the Printer dialog box, which offers the following maintenance for the printer. • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) cleaning •...
Page 584: Gray Adjustment Pane (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Gray Adjustment Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Gray Adjustment pane. Gray Adjustment On the Gray Adjustment pane, you can adjust the color balance, brightness, contrast, and other image qualities. Note • To display the Gray Adjustment pane, on the Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.565) , select Monochrome (Photo) by Color Mode in Advanced Settings, and then click Color Settings.
Page 585: Add�T�Onal Sett�Ngs Pane (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Additional Settings Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Additional Settings pane. Setting Item Description Data Send Method Choose how print data is sent to the printer. • Send Print Data Immediately to Printer •...
Page 586: Support Pane (Mac Os X)
On the Support pane, you can view support information and the user’s manual. Corresponding Utility Button Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can nd the latest information on the printer and consumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information.
Page 587: Pr�Nt�Ng Adobe Rgb Images (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Printing Adobe RGB Images (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print Adobe RGB images based on the following example. • Document: Adobe RGB image created in Photoshop • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll •...
Page 588 Mac OS X Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Select the print quality in the Print Quality list. Note • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. Click Color in the Color Mode list.
Page 589 Mac OS X Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll paper is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-here, 10-in. Roll (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Paper Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 590: Mageprograf Pr�Ntmon�Tor (Mac�Ntosh)
Mac OS X imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. • Printer status can be checked in real time on a computer monitor. • You can check the status of print jobs, cancel jobs, and manage them as needed. •...
Page 591 Mac OS X Note • If the status of the desired printer is not shown in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor, select the printer again as follows. Make sure the printer is on and connected to the network or to a local port. In the Printer menu, select the name of the desired printer.
Page 592: Access�Ng The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver D�Alog Box From Appl�Cat�Ons (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X) In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer, specify the range of pages, number of copies, and so on.
Page 593: Color Sett�Ngs Pane: Color (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS X) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them. However, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver. Color Adjustment pane: color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment pane.
Page 594: Matching Pane
Mac OS X Note • For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P.254) Matching pane On the Matching pane, you can specify color matching, to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. Note •...
Page 595: Color Sett�Ngs Pane: Monochrome (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Color Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Color Settings pane for monochrome printing. Color Adjustment pane: monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note •...
Page 596: Med�A Deta�Led Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.565) , click Settings by Media Type.
Page 597: Ew Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box For The Pr�Nt�Ng Appl�Cat�On (Mac Os X)
Mac OS X View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Mac OS X) In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • To display the View Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.565) , click View Settings by Print Target.
Page 598: Mac Os 9
Mac OS 9 Mac OS 9 Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9) For instructions on accessing the Mac OS 9 printer driver, refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS 9) (→P.603) For information on the Mac OS 9 printer driver settings, refer to the following topics.
Page 599: Confirming Print Settings (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9) There are two ways to conrm what printing conditions have been specied, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings (→P.585) • Checking a print preview (→P.586) Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main, Page Setup, Finishing, Utility, and Additional Settings panes.
Page 600 Mac OS 9 Note • To conrm the Print Target specied in Easy Settings, click View set. on the Main pane to display the View set. dialog box. Checking a print preview You can check an image of the original just as it will be printed. Conrming the image of print jobs beforehand helps prevent printing errors.
Page 601: Prev�Ew�Ng Images Before Pr�Nt�Ng (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Previewing Images Before Printing (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. In the application menu, choose Print. Click Preview to open the preview window. Check the layout and other aspects of the printing image, and then click Print this page to start printing.
Page 602: Ma�N Pane (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Main Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Main pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • On the Main pane, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the printing application, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 603 Mac OS 9 Conguration using Advanced Settings Setting Item Description Copies Enter the number of copies to print, in a range of “1-999.” Page Specify the pages to print. • All Pages • From and To Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide .
Page 604: Page Setup Pane (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Page Setup Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description Displays the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer. Roll Paper Width Page Size Displays the page size, as specied in the source application.
Page 605 Mac OS 9 Setting Item Description Layout Direction This setting is available when Page Layout is selected. Here, you can specify the orientation of multiple pages to be printed on a single sheet. Page Border This setting is available when Page Layout is selected.
Page 606: F�N�Sh�Ng Pane (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Finishing Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Finishing pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description Media Source You can choose the media source. Options displayed in the list vary depending on the selection in Media Type in the Main Pane (Mac OS 9).
Page 607: Gray Adjustment Pane (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Gray Adjustment Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Gray Adjustment pane. Gray Adjustment On the Gray Adjustment pane, you can adjust the color balance, brightness, contrast, and other image qualities. Note • To display the Gray Adjustment pane, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.588) , select Monochrome (Photo) by Color Mode in Advanced Settings, and then click Color Settings.
Page 608: Dev�Ce Sett�Ngs Pane (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Device Settings Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Device Settings pane. Setting Item Description Utility Click to display the Printer Information dialog box, which offers the following maintenance for the printer. • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) cleaning •...
Page 609: Add�T�Onal Sett�Ngs Pane (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Additional Settings Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Additional Settings pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description Background Printing Choose the printing method. Activate this setting by clicking On to print in the background.
Page 610: Us�Ng Favor�Tes (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Using Favorites (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings. Registering a favorite Follow the steps below to save the current print settings as a favorite. Select the printer in Chooser. Choose Print in the application menu.
Page 611 Mac OS 9 Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P.585) Software 597...
Page 612: Pr�Nt�Ng Adobe Rgb Images (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Printing Adobe RGB Images (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print Adobe RGB images based on the following example. • Document: Adobe RGB image created in Photoshop • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll •...
Page 613 Mac OS 9 Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Select the print quality in the Print Quality list. Note • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. Click Color in the Color Mode list.
Page 614 Mac OS 9 Make sure the page size as specied in Photoshop is shown in Page Size -in this case, 10"x12". Access the Finishing pane. Click Roll Paper in the Media Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll paper is displayed in the Roll Paper Width list-here, 10-in.
Page 615: Mageprograf Pr�Ntmon�Tor (Mac�Ntosh)
Mac OS 9 imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. • Printer status can be checked in real time on a computer monitor. • You can check the status of print jobs, cancel jobs, and manage them as needed. •...
Page 616 Mac OS 9 Note • If the status of the desired printer is not shown in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor, select the printer again as follows. Make sure the printer is on and connected to the network or to a local port. In the Printer menu, select the name of the desired printer.
Page 617: Access�Ng The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver D�Alog Box From Appl�Cat�Ons (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS 9) In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer, specify the range of pages, number of copies, and so on.
Page 618 Mac OS 9 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. 604 Software...
Page 619: Color Sett�Ngs Pane: Color (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS 9) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them. However, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver. Color Adjustment pane: color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment pane.
Page 620 Mac OS 9 Setting Item Description Gray Tone Adjust the color tone of grays as desired. Choose Cool Black (tinged with blue), Warm Black (tinged with red), and so on. Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment.
Page 621 Mac OS 9 Matching pane On the Matching pane, you can specify color matching, to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. Note • To display the Matching pane, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.588) , click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings, and then click Matching.
Page 622: Color Sett�Ngs Pane: Monochrome (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Color Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Color Settings pane for monochrome printing. Color Adjustment pane: monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note •...
Page 623 Mac OS 9 Note • For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P.254) Object Adjustment dialog box 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 624: Med�A Deta�Led Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS 9) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.588) , click Settings by Media Type.
Page 625: Spec�Al Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 Special Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS 9) If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the Special Settings dialog box. Note • To display the Special Settings dialog box, on the Additional Settings Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.595) , click Special Settings.
Page 626: Ew Sett�Ngs D�Alog Box For The Pr�Nt�Ng Appl�Cat�On (Mac Os 9)
Mac OS 9 View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Mac OS 9) In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • To display the View Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.588) , click View Settings by Print Target.
Page 627: Network Setting
Network Setting Network Setting Network Setting Network Environment System requirements The system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are as follows. • Printing over a TCP/IP network • Compatible operating systems • Windows 2000 (Professional or Server) • Windows XP (Home Edition or Professional) •...
Page 628 Network Setting Network environment After conrming what type of network environment you will connect the printer to, set up the printer and computers as needed. • Example of a Windows network In Windows networks, print over TCP/IP. Note • NetBIOS is not supported. •...
Page 629: Configuring The Ip Address On The Printer
Network Setting Conguring the IP Address on the Printer You must congure the printer’s IP address before using the printer on a TCP/IP network. The printer’s IP address is congured automatically when you install the printer driver following the instructions in the Quick Start Guide.
Page 630: Initializing The Network Settings
Network Setting Initializing the Network Settings Use RemoteUI to restore the network settings to the default values as follows. Important • Initializing the network settings will also restore the default value of the printer’s IP address. As a result, the RemoteUI page cannot be displayed in the web browser after this procedure. •...
Page 631: Configuring The Printer's Tcp/Ip Network Settings
Network Setting Conguring the Printer’s TCP/IP Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the TCP/IP network settings. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://“printer IP address or name”/ Example: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/ Select Administrator Mode and click Logon.
Page 632 rst character, or “-” or “.” for the last character. Multicast DNS Service Name Specify the printer’s Multicast Canon iPFxxxx (xxxxxx) DNS service name, up to 63 characters. (1-63 characters) This name will be displayed when Bonjour functions are used.
Page 633: Configuring The Ip Address Using The Printer Control Panel
Network Setting Conguring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel This topic describes how to congure the printer’s IP address on the Control Panel. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the ► button. Press ▲...
Page 634: Configuring The Ip Address Using Arp And Ping Commands
Network Setting Conguring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands This topic describes how to congure the IP address using ARP and PING commands. To use the ARP and PING commands, you will need to know the printer’s MAC address. You can conrm the MAC address on the Control Panel.
Page 635 Network Setting Execute the following command to send the IP address to the printer and congure it. ping [IP address as specied in the ARP command] -l 479 Example: ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx -l 479 Note • In “-l,” the “l” is the letter “l”. •...
Page 636: Spec�Fy�Ng Pr�Nter-Related Informat�On
Network Setting Specifying Printer-Related Information Follow the steps below to specify device information and security settings. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://“printer IP address or name”/ Example: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/ Select Administrator Mode and click Logon.
Page 637: Us�Ng Remoteui
Network Setting Using RemoteUI Enter the printer’s IP address in a web browser to display the RemoteUI page. After you log on to RemoteUI from the page, you can check and change the status of the printer and print jobs, and congure network settings.
Page 638: Email Notification When Printing Is Finished Or Errors Occur
Network Setting Email Notication 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 nished or if errors occur. Receive notication via email on your mobile phone or at your computer.
Page 639: Network Setting (Windows)
Network Setting (Windows) Network Setting (Windows) Conguring the Printer’s NetWare Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the NetWare network settings. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI page.
Page 640 Network Setting (Windows) Default Setting Item Details RPrinter Print Server Name Specify the name of a NetWare print server, up to 47 characters. Printer Number Specify the number of the printer connected to the NetWare print server. (0-5) Tree Name Specify the name of an NDS PServer tree that has a NetWare print...
Page 641: Specifying The Printer's Frame Type
Network Setting (Windows) Specifying the Printer’s Frame Type To enable communication between the printer and computers on your network, specify the Ethernet frame type in your NetWare environment. Follow the steps below to specify the frame type by using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility or the printer Control Panel.
Page 642: Specifying The Frame Type Using The Printer Control Panel
Network Setting (Windows) Specifying the frame type using the printer Control Panel Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select NetWare, and then press the ► button. Press ▲...
Page 643: Specifying Netware Print Services
Network Setting (Windows) Specifying NetWare Print Services Before printing in a NetWare network, you must congure print services such as print servers, print queues, and so on. You can congure the print service settings from a computer using any of the following software. •...
Page 644 Network Setting (Windows) Using NWADMIN or PCONSOLE to set up the print server Use NWADMIN to set up the print server if NDS queue server mode or remote printer mode is used. Log into NetWare as Administrator or with equivalent rights, and then start NWADMIN. Run Quick Setup.
Page 645 Network Setting (Windows) Use PCONSOLE to set up the print server if bindery queue server mode or remote printer mode is used. Log into NetWare as Supervisor and start PCONSOLE. Switch to bindery mode. If the print server has not been created, create it. In Available Options, select Quick Setup and press the Enter key.
Page 646: Specifying Netware Protocols
Network Setting (Windows) Specifying NetWare Protocols Follow the steps below to congure NetWare protocol settings other than the frame type by using RemoteUI. Note • For details on RemoteUI, see “Using RemoteUI”. (→P.623) Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI page.
Page 647 Network Setting (Windows) • If you have selected NDS PServer: Queue Server Mode (Using an NDS Print Server) In Tree Name and Context Name, enter the tree and context name of the print server. Do not exceed 255 characters for the context name. In Print Server Name, enter the name of the print server created in Specifying NetWare Print Services.
Page 648 Network Setting (Windows) Conguring NetWare Network Settings To print over a NetWare network, congure the network environment as follows. Important • To congure network settings, you must be logged in with administrative rights such as “Administrator” account. We recommend that your network administrator congure the network settings. Specify the Ethernet frame type for communication between the printer and computers.
Page 649 Network Setting (Windows) Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows) This topic describes how to specify the printer driver destination if the printer’s IP address is changed, or if you will use the printer over a network connection instead of via USB connection. Important •...
Page 650 Network Setting (Windows) Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility Install imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the User Software CD-ROM provided with the printer as follows: Important • In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows Vista, you must log on with administrative rights equivalent to the “Administrator” account. Insert the User Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
Page 651 Network Setting (Windows) Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility From a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility provided with the printer to congure the printer’s IP address. This topic describes how to congure the IP address using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility.
Page 652: Network Setting (Macintosh)
Utility (or Print Center ) in Mac OS X. 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-17FB (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.
Page 653 Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh) Specify the printer driver destination as follows if the printer’s IP address is changed, or if you will use the printer over a network connection instead of via USB connection. • If you switch to printing in an AppleTalk network, see “Conguring the Destination for AppleTalk Network (Macintosh)”.
Page 654: Activating Appletalk On The Printer
Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Destination for AppleTalk Network (Macintosh) To print over an AppleTalk network, activate the AppleTalk protocol and congure the destination as follows. Activating AppleTalk on the printer Important • By factory default, the AppleTalk protocol is disabled on the printer. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU.
Page 655 Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the destination (Mac OS 9) Choose Chooser from the Apple menu to display the Chooser window. In AppleTalk, click Active. Close the Chooser window. Click AppleTalk under Control Panels to display the AppleTalk window. In Connect via, choose Built-in Ethernet. Close the AppleTalk window and save the settings.
Page 656 Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the destination (Mac OS X) Note • The following procedures are based on Mac OS X 10.4. The method of conguring the destination varies depending on the version of Mac OS X. In System Preferences, click Network to display the Network window. In Show, choose Built-in Ethernet.
Page 657 Network Setting (Macintosh) Select the printer from the list in the Printer Browser window and click Add. Network Setting 643...
Page 658 Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Destination for TCP/IP Network (Macintosh) Follow the steps below to congure the destination if you use the printer on TCP/IP network. Important • If you use the printer on TCP/IP network, make sure the printer’s IP address is congured correctly. •...
Page 659 Network Setting (Macintosh) Enter the printer’s IP address in IP Address and click Add. Click OK to close the IP Address Register/Edit dialog box. In the Destination list, click the address you registered. Close the Chooser window and click OK after the conrmation message is displayed. Network Setting 645...
Page 660 Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Destination (Mac OS X) Note • The following procedures are based on Mac OS X 10.4. The method of conguring the destination varies depending on the version of Mac OS X. If you use other versions, refer to the help for the Printer Setup Utility (or the Print Center ).
Page 661 Network Setting (Macintosh) In the list of connection methods, click Canon IP(iPF). Enter the printer’s IP address in Printer’s Address and click Add. Make sure the printer has been added, and then close the Printer List window. Network Setting 647...
Page 662 Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Destination for Bonjour Network (Macintosh) In Mac OS X 10.2.8 and later, use Bonjour functions to easily connect the printer to the network. Follow the steps below to congure the destination if you use the printer on TCP/IP network. Note •...
Page 663 Network Setting (Macintosh) Select the printer from the list in the Printer Browser window and click Add. Network Setting 649...
Page 664: Adjusting The Printhead
Adjusting the Printhead Maintenance Adjusting the Printhead Correcting Print Misalignment If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, adjust the Printhead alignment. Adjust the Printhead alignment automatically or manually by using a printed test pattern. For instructions on automatic adjustment, see “Adjusting the Printhead Alignment Automatically”. (→P.650) For instructions on manual adjustment, see “Adjusting the Printhead Alignment Manually”.
Page 665 Adjusting the Printhead Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Auto Head Adj., and then press the ► button. Press ▲...
Page 666: Adjusting The Printhead Alignment Manually
Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Alignment Manually If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, adjust the Printhead alignment. Adjust the Printhead alignment automatically or manually by using a printed test pattern. You can adjust the Printhead alignment automatically or manually. Normally, choose automatic adjustment. If using special media or printing does not improve even after performing automatic adjustment using advanced adjustment, try manual adjustment.
Page 667 Adjusting the Printhead Examine test pattern D-1 for printhead adjustment. After you determine the pattern with straight lines, press ▲ or ▼ to choose the pattern number, and then press the OK button. Note • If lines seem straightest in two patterns but you cannot decide which one is better, choose an intermediate value.
Page 668: Adjusting The Printhead Height
Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Height If the printing rubs or the edge of paper is wrinkled from rubbing, adjusting the Printhead height may improve results. If image edges are blurred, it may help to lower the Printhead. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. Press ▲...
Page 669: Adjusting The Feed Amount
Standard Adj. and Advanced Adj. Use Advanced Adj. if Standard Adj. does not eliminate streaks, or when using paper other than genuine Canon paper or paper for purposes other than checking output. When using highly transparent media not compatible with automatic adjustment, you must adjust the feed amount manually.
Page 670 Adjusting the feed amount Follow the steps below to adjust the feed amount automatically. Prepare one unused sheet A4/Letter-sized or larger when Standard Adj. is selected or two when Advanced Adj. is selected. When using a roll, load a roll 10 inches (254 mm) or wider. •...
Page 671 Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount during printing If, during printing, the contrast is uneven sideways across the paper or banding in different colors appears every 50 mm (2.0 in) or so, try adjusting the feed amount as follows. However, note that because printing is paused, colors may be slightly different.
Page 672: Adjusting The Feed Amount Manually
Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount Manually If printed images are affected by banding in different colors, adjust the amount that paper is fed. This topic describes how to adjust the feed amount manually. When using highly transparent media for which automatic adjustment is not supported, adjust the feed amount manually.
Page 673 Adjusting the feed amount Follow the steps below to adjust the feed amount manually. When using sheets, have two unused sheets A4/Letter-sized or larger ready. When using a roll, load a roll 10 inches (254 mm) or wider. • Setting the Roll on the Roll Holder (→P.179) •...
Page 674 Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount during printing If, during printing, the contrast is uneven sideways across the paper or banding in different colors appears every 50 mm (2.0 in) or so, try adjusting the feed amount as follows. The results of adjustment are applied to printing in progress, enabling you to check the results immediately.
Page 675: Adjusting The Vacuum Strength
Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Vacuum Strength When printing on heavyweight paper or paper that curls or wrinkles easily, if the printing rubs or the edge of paper is wrinkled from rubbing, results may be improved by adjusting the strength of vacuum against paper on the Platen.
Page 676: Adjusting The Measurement Scale For Better Accuracy
Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Measurement Scale for Better Accuracy To adjust the measurement scale and ensure accuracy (so that lines in CAD drawings are printed at exactly the right length, for example), specify the amount of paper stretching or shrinkage when adjusting the feed amount.
Page 677 Adjusting the feed amount Follow these steps to adjust the scale for better accuracy. When using sheets, load one unused sheet A4/Letter-sized or larger. When using a roll, load a roll 10 inches (254 mm) or wider. • Setting the Roll on the Roll Holder (→P.179) •...
Page 678: Using Color Calibration To Adjust Colors
Color adjustment Color adjustment Using Color Calibration to Adjust Colors Color calibration is a feature that compensates for changes in color from individual variation among Printhead or from the printing environment, ensuring better color consistency. We recommend using color calibration in the following situations. •...
Page 679 Color adjustment Paper Compatible With Japan Europe Americas Color Calibration HW Coated Compatible Compatible Compatible Premium MatteP Compatible Compatible Compatible Glossy Photo Compatible Compatible Compatible FineArt Photo Compatible Compatible Compatible FneArt HW Photo Compatible Compatible Compatible HW GlossyPhoto2 Compatible Compatible Compatible HW SemiGlPhoto2 Compatible...
Page 680 Color adjustment • Default settings will be restored if you select MAIN MENU > System Setup > Reset PaprSetngs > Yes. Because information added or updated using the Media Conguration Tool is also deleted, if paper of which information was added using the Media Conguration Tool was used for color calibration and is now deleted, such color calibration can no longer be applied to any type of paper.
Page 681 Color adjustment Follow these steps to execute color calibration. Load paper compatible with color calibration. When using sheets, load paper A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.5×11 in) vertical, or larger. One sheet is required. When using a roll, load a roll 10 inches (254 mm) or wider. •...
Page 682 Color adjustment Printing in Ideal Colors for Light in the Viewing Environment You can print in the colors that look best when viewed under the light where the printed image will be displayed. There are two ways to adjust the color tone for the ambient light, as follows. By selecting color tones on Charts before printing On the printed Chart, note the number of the set of colors with the desired color tone and enter this number in the printer driver before printing.
Page 683 Color adjustment By selecting color tones on Charts before printing (Windows) Print Charts, note the number of the chart with your desired color tone, and enter this number in the printer driver before printing. Important • This function requires that the Light Source Check Tool be installed. •...
Page 684 Color adjustment Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Print Quality, click Highest or High. Important • Ambient Light Matching mode is only available when the Print Quality is set to Highest or High. Click Color in the Color Mode list. Click Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box.
Page 685 Color adjustment Conrm that By selecting a chart number is selected in Setting Method. If it is not selected already, select it. Click Print Chart. Light Source Check Tool now starts up. Check the settings and click Print. The Chart is printed. In the viewing environment, determine the number of the set of images on the Chart in which all four vertical images have the best overall color tone.
Page 686 Color adjustment After conrming that Ambient Light Matching Mode (Kyuanos) is selected in Matching Mode, select the number for the desired color tone on the chart in Chart Number. Click OK. Conrm the print settings and start printing. 672 Maintenance...
Page 687 Color adjustment Printing in Colors Matching the Measured Ambient Light Measure the light level in the viewing environment and enter the results in the printer driver before printing. Important • This function requires the Eye-One spectrophotometer. The Light Source Measure Tool must also be installed.
Page 688 Color adjustment Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Print Quality, click Highest or High. Important • Ambient Light Matching mode is only available when the Print Quality is set to Highest or High. Click Color in the Color Mode list. Click Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box.
Page 689 Color adjustment Select By entering values directly in Setting Method. Select the Lighting Source Type and Color Temperature determined in step 1. Click OK. Conrm the print settings and start printing. Maintenance 675...
Page 690 Color adjustment Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) Choose Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Select the printer, and then display the printer driver dialog box. Note • The dialog box for specifying printing conditions varies depending on the source application. In some cases, when you select the printer, a sheet for conguring the printer driver is added to the dialog box.
Page 691 Color adjustment Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the source application, changes you make to the settings will only apply temporarily to that application. Because these are sizes you specify temporarily in the printer driver, the sizes will not be available after you exit the application. •...
Page 692: Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks Ink Tanks Ink Tanks An Ink Tank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter “H” in a black circle on the side. When purchasing an Ink Tank, make sure an “H” is printed on the label, along with the following Ink Tank part numbers.
Page 693 Ink Tanks • 700 ml (23.7  oz) • MBK Ink Tank PFI-702MBK • BK Ink Tank PFI-702BK • C Ink Tank PFI-701C • M Ink Tank PFI-701M • Y Ink Tank PFI-701Y • PC Ink Tank PFI-701PC • PM Ink Tank PFI-701PM •...
Page 694: Replacing Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks Replacing Ink Tanks Compatible Ink Tank The printer supports both 330 ml (11.2  oz) and 700 ml (23.7  oz) Ink Tanks as replacement tanks. An Ink Tank for this printer is labeled with a white letter “H” in a black circle on the side. Request an Ink Tank with the same label when you purchase a new Ink Tank.
Page 695: Access The Menu For Ink Tank Replacement
Ink Tanks Make sure the printer is ready for Ink Tank replacement You can replace Ink Tank if the Display Screen indicates the printer is Online or Ofine, or if messages advise you to check the amount of ink left or replace the Ink Tank. If a message prompts you to replace the Ink Tank, press the OK button.
Page 696 Ink Tanks Remove the Ink Tank (330 ml [11.2  oz]) Open the Ink Tank Cover of the tank for replacement and check the Ink Lamp. The Ink Lamp ashes quickly if there is no ink left. Caution • Avoid hitting the printer when replacing an Ink Tank. Handle the printer gently when replacing tanks. Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever of the color for replacement.
Page 697 Ink Tanks Hold the empty Ink Tank by the grip (a) to remove it, and press the OK button. Note • If there is still some ink left in the Ink Tank you removed, store the ink tank with the ink holes (a) facing up.
Page 698 Ink Tanks Remove the Ink Tank (700 ml [23.7  oz]) Open the Ink Tank Cover of the tank for replacement and check the Ink Lamp. The Ink Lamp ashes quickly if there is no ink left. Caution • Avoid hitting the printer when replacing an Ink Tank. Handle the printer gently when replacing tanks. Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever of the color for replacement.
Page 699 Ink Tanks Hold the empty Ink Tank by the handle (a) to remove it, and press the OK button. Note • If there is still some ink left in the Ink Tank you removed, store the ink tank in the box with the ink holes (a) facing up.
Page 700 Ink Tanks Install the Ink Tank (330 ml [11.2  oz]) Before opening the pouch, tilt the Ink Tank to the left and right shaking gently seven or eight times. Note • If you do not shake the Ink Tank, the ink may sediment, which may affect printing quality. Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank.
Page 701 Ink Tanks Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown in the gure, with the ink holes down. Important • Ink Tank cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is wrong. If the Ink Tank does not t in the holder, do not force it into the holder.
Page 702 Ink Tanks Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. Note • If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the ink. • Ink Lamp ashes when there is little ink left. Close the Ink Tank Cover. The printer now goes online or ofine.
Page 703 Ink Tanks Install the Ink Tank (700 ml [23.7  oz]) Before opening the pouch, hold the new Ink Tank with both hands and tilt it to the left and right as shown shaking gently seven or eight times. Caution •...
Page 704 Ink Tanks Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown in the gure, with the ink holes down. Important • Ink Tank cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is wrong. If the Ink Tank does not t in the holder, do not force it into the holder.
Page 705 Ink Tanks Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. Note • If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the ink. • Ink Lamp ashes when there is little ink left. Close the Ink Tank Cover. The printer now goes online or ofine.
Page 706: Checking Ink Tank Levels
Ink Tanks Checking Ink Tank Levels On the Display Screen, you can check how much ink is left in the Ink Tank. The Display Screen indicates the remaining ink levels, unless a message is displayed. During messages, press the Information button to view the ink levels on the Display Screen. These levels shown on the Display Screen correspond to the inks identied by the Color Label on the bottom of the Display Screen.
Page 707: When To Replace Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks When to Replace Ink Tanks Replace or prepare to replace Ink Tank in the following situations. If a message for checking the ink is shown on the Display Screen When there is little ink left, the Message lamp is lit and Ink Level: Check is shown on the Display Screen. You can continue to print, but prepare to replace the Ink Tank.
Page 708: Checking The Print Quality
Printheads Printheads Printhead This is a replacement Printhead for the printer. • Printhead PF-03 Note • For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see “Replacing the Printhead”. (→P.697) Checking the Print Quality If printing is faint or streaked in different colors, make sure the Printhead nozzles are clear by printing a test pattern to check the nozzles.
Page 709: Checking For Nozzle Clogging
If horizontal lines are faint or incomplete, follow the steps below and check again for nozzle clogging. Clean the Printhead. (→P.696) Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. Note • If you repeat these steps several times but the horizontal lines are still faint or incomplete, contact your Canon dealer. Maintenance 695...
Page 710: Cleaning The Printhead
If printing does not improve after Head Cleaning A, try Head Cleaning B. If this does not solve the problem, repeat Head Cleaning B at least two times. If this still does not improve printing, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon dealer. Caution •...
Page 711: Replacing The Printhead
If the Display Screen indicates Open top cover and replace the right printhead. Replace the right Printhead. • If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the Printhead Replace the Printhead that your dealer advised you to replace. Compatible Printhead For information on compatible Printhead, see “Printhead”.
Page 712 Printheads Replacing the Printhead Follow the steps below to replace the Printhead. Failure to follow this procedure may cause ink to leak from the Printhead, resulting in stains. Only remove or install the Printhead after selecting Replace P.head in the menu, and follow the instructions on the panel.
Page 713 Printheads If the Carriage Cover is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). • Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage. This may damage the printer. Maintenance 699...
Page 714 Printheads If the ventilation duct (a) is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Move the Carriage out of the way manually if Carriage is concealing the ventilation duct, and then clean the duct. Lift the Carriage Cover to open it fully.
Page 715 Printheads Lift the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it fully. Remove the used Printhead. Caution • 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 716 Printheads Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from the case. Important • 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. While rmly holding the Printhead you have removed, use your other hand to remove the orange Safety Cap 1 (a).
Page 717 Printheads With the nozzles facing down and the metal contacts toward the back, tilt the Printhead slightly forward as you insert it in the Carriage. Carefully push the printhead rmly into the Carriage, ensuring that the nozzles and metal contacts do not touch the carriage. Pull the Printhead Fixer Cover down toward the front to lock the Printhead in place.
Page 718 Printheads Push the Carriage Cover down toward the front. Close the Top Cover. Ink now lls the system. After about ten minutes, the Printhead will be automatically aligned, and the printer will go online. If no paper has been loaded, a message is displayed requesting you to load paper. Important •...
Page 719: Cutter Unit
Cutter Unit Cutter Unit Cutter Unit A reaplacement Cutter Unit. • Cutter Unit CT-06 Note • For instructions on replacing the Cutter Unit, see “Replacing the Cutter Unit”. (→P.705) Replacing the Cutter Unit Note • For information on compatible Cutter Unit, see “Cutter Unit”. (→P.705) Turn the printer on.
Page 720 Cutter Unit If the Cutter Unit or Carriage Cover is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). Holding the Cutter Unit by the Lock Lever (a) and grip (b), remove it from the Carriage.
Page 721 Cutter Unit Holding the new Cutter Unit by the Lock Lever (a) and grip (b), push it onto the Carriage until it clicks into place. Important • After installing the Cutter Unit, hold it only by the grip (b) and pull the Cutter Unit forward to make sure it does not come off.
Page 722: Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge A replacement Maintenance Cartridge. Maintenance Cartridge is provided with a Shaft Cleaner. • Maintenance Cartridge MC-08 Note • For instructions on replacing the Maintenance Cartridge, see “Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge”. (→P.708) Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge Compatible Maintenance Cartridge For information on the compatible Maintenance Cartridge, see “Maintenance Cartridge”.
Page 723 Maintenance Cartridge Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge Make sure no print jobs are in progress. You can replace the Maintenance Cartridge if the Display Screen indicates the printer is Ofine or if messages advise you to replace the Maintenance Cartridge. If a message prompts you to replace the Maintenance Cartridge, press the OK button. Steps 2-5 are unnecessary in this case.
Page 724 Maintenance Cartridge Hold the used Maintenance Cartridge by the grip (a) with one hand and put your other hand under the Maintenance Cartridge to hold it rmly on the bottom, keeping it level as you pull it out. Important • Used Maintenance Cartridge is heavy.
Page 725 Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. • In accordance with its active and ongoing policy to protect the environment, Canon collects used Maintenance Cartridge. Follow the instructions provided with the new Maintenance Cartridge that describe how to process the used Maintenance Cartridge.
Page 726 Maintenance Cartridge Keeping the new Maintenance Cartridge level, insert it all the way in. Close the Maintenance Cartridge Cover. Press the OK button. The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge. Next, replace the Shaft Cleaner. 712 Maintenance...
Page 727: Replacing The Shaft Cleaner
Maintenance Cartridge Replacing the Shaft Cleaner Replace the Shaft Cleaner when you replace the Maintenance Cartridge. New Shaft Cleaner is included with replacement Maintenance Cartridge. After you execute Repl. maint cart and replace the Maintenance Cartridge, a message will appear on the Display Screen requesting you to replace the Shaft Cleaner.
Page 728 Maintenance Cartridge Grasp the Shaft Cleaner on the right side of the Carriage by the grips (a) and pull it toward the right to remove it. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). 714 Maintenance...
Page 729 Maintenance Cartridge Holding the new Shaft Cleaner by the grips (a), attach it to the Carriage. Note • Be sure to put used Shaft Cleaner in the smaller box and put that box in the box of the used Maintenance Cartridge for recycling. Close the Top Cover.
Page 730: Checking The Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity
Maintenance Cartridge Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity The Maintenance Cartridge absorbs excess ink from borderless printing, printhead cleaning, and other processes. You can conrm the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge by checking the Maintenance Cartridge capacity shown on the Display Screen. Press the Information button to display the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge on the Display Screen.
Page 731: When To Replace The Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Replace or prepare to replace the Maintenance Cartridge in the following situations. If a message for checking the Maintenance Cartridge is shown on the Display Screen When the Maintenance Cartridge capacity is low, the Message lamp is lit and Prepare for maint cart replacement.
Page 732: Cleaning The Printer
Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. About once a month, clean the printer exterior. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Caution •...
Page 733 Cleaning the Printer Plug the power cord into the outlet. Maintenance 719...
Page 734: Cleaning Inside The Top Cover
Cleaning the Printer Cleaning Inside the Top Cover Clean inside the Top Cover to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. Also clean inside the Top Cover in the following situations to ensure optimal operation. • If the printed surface or the underside of paper is dirty after printing •...
Page 735 Cleaning the Printer If paper dust has accumulated in the Vacuum holes (a) on the Platen, the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (b), or cutter guide (c), use the Cleaning Brush (d) included with the printer to wipe it away. Important •...
Page 736 Cleaning the Printer Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely, wipe inside the Top Cover to clean it. Wipe away any ink residue on the Top Cover Roller (a), all over the Platen (b), the Paper Retainer (c), the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (d), the Ejection Guide (e), the cutter guide (f), the left-side ink suction ports (g), the section around the right-side Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (h), and so on.
Page 737: Clean�Ng The Pr�Nthead
If printing does not improve after Head Cleaning A, try Head Cleaning B. If this does not solve the problem, repeat Head Cleaning B at least two times. If this still does not improve printing, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon dealer. Caution •...
Page 738: Other Maintenance
Preparing to Transfer the Printer Important • 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 in transit. Note •...
Page 739 Refer to the Quick Start Guide for details on packing the printer and installing it after transfer. Caution • Avoid tipping the printer excessively in transit. Ink inside the printer may leak and cause stains. If it is necessary to stand the printer up or tilt it, contact your Canon dealer. Remove the paper. • Roll (→P.186)
Page 740 Other Maintenance 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. Remove the Ink Tank. Note • Store the Ink Tank you removed in the box with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains.
Page 741 Other Maintenance Repeat steps 5 and 6 to remove every Ink Tank. Push down the release lever (a) as shown as you gently return every Ink Tank Lock Lever to the original position. Close the Ink Tank Cover. At this point, ink is drawn out from inside the tubes. Important •...
Page 742 Other Maintenance Disconnect the power cord, interface cable, and Media Take-up Unit Power Inlet. Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide. Remove the six Ejection Supports and lower the Ejection Guide. Grasp the Belt, insert it between the Belt Stopper, and afx the Belt Stopper with a hex screw at the position indicated.
Page 743 Other Maintenance Important • Attach the Belt Stopper, which was removed and stored after initial installation. Neglecting to attach the Belt Stopper may damage the printer. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). Close the Top Cover.
Page 744: Updating The Firmware
The rmware version is displayed. Updating the Firmware To obtain the latest rmware, visit the Canon website. If the rmware available online is newer than the installed rmware, update the printer rmware. For details on downloading and updating the rmware, visit the Canon website.
Page 745: Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions This section presents frequently asked questions and answers. To view more detailed explanations, click the hyperlinks in the answer column. Question Answer How do I print on a roll? When printing on rolls, after loading the roll, specify the paper type and length, both on the Control Panel and in the printer driver.
Page 746 Frequently Asked Questions Question Answer How do I print an A4 original enlarged on A2 paper? In the printer driver, you can adjust the original image to match the paper size or width, or you can specify enlargement or reduction before printing as desired. Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (→P.313) Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (→P.314)
Page 747: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver
Frequently Asked Questions Question Answer How do I use the printer in combination with a Color The printer can be used for automatic enlargement imageRUNNER ? and printing of scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER . Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (→P.316) How do I print enlargements of scanned originals By using Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy...
Page 748: Printing Does Not Start
Printing does not start Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up Cause Corrective Action The printer is not on. Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in, all the way. Press the Power button to turn the printer on.
Page 749: Cannot Print Over A Network
Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a network Cannot connect the printer to the network Cause Corrective Action The Ethernet cable is not connected Make sure the printer is connected to the network with the correct correctly to the printer’s Ethernet port. Ethernet cable, and then turn the printer on.
Page 750: Configuring The Communication Mode Manually
Cannot print over a network Conguring the Communication Mode Manually This topic gives instructions for conguring the communication mode manually. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press ►. Press ▲...
Page 751: Cannot Print Over A Tcp/Ip Network
Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a TCP/IP network Cause Corrective Action The printer’s IP address is not congured correctly. Make sure the printer’s IP address is congured correctly. For details, see “Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility”.
Page 752: Cannot Print Over Appletalk Or Bonjour Networks
Cannot print over a network Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks Cause Corrective Action The AppleTalk protocol is not enabled on the printer. Activate AppleTalk on the printer. For details, see “Conguring the Printer’s AppleTalk Network Settings”. (→P.638) The computer you are trying to print from is not Make sure the computer’s AppleTalk settings are congured correctly.
Page 753: Cannot Print Over A Netware Network
Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a NetWare network Cause Corrective Action The printer’s NetWare settings are not congured Make sure the printer’s NetWare settings are correctly. congured correctly. In particular, make sure a valid frame type is selected. For details, see “Conguring the Printer’s NetWare Network Settings”.
Page 754: The Printer Stops During A Print Job
Clean the Printhead if the nozzles are clogged. (→P.696) A print job was received from an incompatible printer Use the correct imagePROGRAF printer driver for driver. the printer and try printing again. The printer is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. 740 Troubleshooting...
Page 755: Problems With The Printing Quality
Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality Printing is faint Cause Corrective Action You may be printing on the wrong side of the paper. Print on the printing surface. The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Print a test pattern to check the nozzles and see if they are clogged.
Page 756: Paper Rubs Against The Printhead
Problems with the printing quality Paper rubs against the Printhead Cause Corrective Action The paper type as specied in the printer driver does Load paper of the same type as you have specied not match the type loaded in the printer. (*1) in the printer driver.
Page 757: The Edges Of The Paper Are Dirty
Problems with the printing quality The edges of the paper are dirty Cause Corrective Action The Platen has become dirty after borderless printing Open the Top Cover and clean the Platen . or printing on small paper. (→P.720) The paper type as specied on the printer does not Make sure the same paper type is specied on the match the type specied in the printer driver.
Page 758: The Surface Of The Paper Is Dirty
Problems with the printing quality The surface of the paper is dirty Cause Corrective Action The Paper Retainer is soiled. Clean the Paper Retainer . (→P.720) You are using a paper that does not dry easily. Specify a time of about a minute in Roll DryingTime . The back side of the paper is dirty Cause Corrective Action...
Page 759: The Contrast Becomes Uneven During Printing
Problems with the printing quality The contrast becomes uneven during printing Cause Corrective Action The paper feed amount is out of adjustment. Adjust the feed amount. (→P.655) Execute Fine Band Adj. during printing. (→P.655) Colors in printed images are uneven Cause Corrective Action Line Drawing/Text is selected when printing images...
Page 760: Problems W�Th The Pr�Nt�Ng Qual�Ty Caused By The Type Of Paper
Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality caused by the type of paper For paper-specic troubleshooting tips to improve the printing quality, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) Lines are misaligned Cause Corrective Action The Printhead alignment is not adjusted. Adjust the Printhead alignment.
Page 761: Printed Colors Are Inaccurate
Problems with the printing quality Printed colors are inaccurate Cause Corrective Action Color adjustment has not been activated in the In the Advanced Settings of the printer driver, Advanced Settings of the printer driver. access Color Settings in Color Mode to adjust colors.
Page 762: Image Edges Are Blurred Or White Banding Occurs
Problems with the printing quality Image Edges are Blurred or White Banding Occurs Cause Corrective Action The Platen suction is too strong. Set VacuumStrngth to Weakest . (→P.661) The Printhead is set too high. Lower the Printhead . (→P.654) Documents are printed crooked Cause Corrective Action Skew Skew Check Lv.
Page 763: Installation Problems
Installation problems Installation problems The IEEE 1394 Driver Cannot Be Installed Correctly In Windows, the device interface driver may not be installed correctly in some cases if you connected the IEEE 1394 cable before installing the printer driver. If so, reinstall the IEEE 1394 device interface driver and the printer driver as follows. Important •...
Page 764: Removing Installed Printer Drivers
In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows Vista, you must log on with administrative rights such as “Administrator” account. From the Windows start menu, select Programs > Canon Printer Uninstaller > imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Uninstaller to display the Delete Printer window.
Page 765: Clearing Jammed Paper
Clearing jammed paper Clearing jammed paper Clearing Jammed Roll Paper If roll paper jams, follow the steps below to remove jams. Caution • Remove any jammed paper promptly. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) Open the Top Cover. If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage to separate it from the paper. Troubleshooting 751...
Page 766 Clearing jammed paper Important • If you push the Carriage to the left edge, the blade of the Cutter Unit will be lowered in preparation to cut the paper. Be careful not to pinch your ngers between the Carriage and Platen if you have pushed the Carriage to the left edge or if a paper jam occurs during cutting.
Page 767 Clearing jammed paper Holding the paper on both sides, pull the jammed portion out toward the front. Use a scissors or cutting tool to cut away the printed or wrinkled portion. Caution • When cutting paper, be careful to avoid scratching the printer. If the Carriage is on the left, move the Carriage to the right until it stops.
Page 768 Clearing jammed paper Hold the edge of the roll paper in the middle as you gently pull it evenly 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 parallel to the line, and then lower the Release Lever.
Page 769: Clear�Ng A Jammed Sheet
Clearing jammed paper Clearing a Jammed Sheet If a sheet jams, follow the steps below to remove it. Caution • Remove any jammed paper promptly. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) Open the Top Cover. If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage to separate it from the paper. Important •...
Page 770 Clearing jammed paper Lift the Release Lever. If the paper is visible, grasp the paper and pull it forward. If the paper is not visible, lift the Ejection Guide, remove the Roll Holder, and remove the jammed paper from below. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer, and lower the Ejection Guide.
Page 771 Clearing jammed paper If the Carriage is on the left, move the Carriage to the right until it stops. Important • 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 772: If The Printer Makes A Strange Sound
*4: After about a minute and a half, the printer goes Online, and printing operations begin. However, printing may start later after data reception, depending on the size of print data. *5: Ink agitation takes about three and a half minutes. In other cases, contact your Canon dealer. 758 Troubleshooting...
Page 773: Other Problems
Other problems Other problems The printer consumes a lot of ink Cause Corrective Action Many full-page color images are printed. In print jobs such as photos, images are lled with color. This consumes a lot of ink. This does not indicate a problem with the printer.
Page 774: Paper Cannot Be Cut
Other problems Paper cannot be cut Cause Corrective Action In the printer driver, No or Print Cut Guideline is Specify Yes in Auto Cut in the printer driver. specied in Auto Cut . In MAIN MENU , Eject or Manual is specied in Specify Automatic in Cutting Mode in MAIN MENU .
Page 775: The Media Take-Up Unit Continues Rotating
Disconnect the Media Take-up Sensor cord from the Right Media Take-up Unit and reconnect it rmly, all the way in. Turn the printer on. (→P.230) If the Media Take-up Unit continues rotating, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Troubleshooting 761...
Page 776: Ink Level Detection
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 relling ink.
Page 777 Other problems Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A conrmation message is shown on the Display Screen. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A conrmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen. Press ▲...
Page 778: Error Message
Responding to Messages Error Message Responding to Messages Responding to Messages Warning messages Warning messages are shown on lines 2-4 of the Display Screen. Although warning messages do not prevent printer operation, you should check the message and take the appropriate action.
Page 779 In the following situations, turn off the printer and wait at least three seconds before restoring power. If the message is still displayed, write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. •...
Page 780: Error Messages
Responding to Messages Error Messages Warning messages Warning messages are shown on lines 2-4 of the Display Screen. Although warning messages do not prevent printer operation, you should check the message and take the appropriate action. • GARO Wxxxx (x represents a number) (→P.787) •...
Page 781: Other Messages
Responding to Messages • Cannot adjust printhead. (→P.781) • Mail box full. Delete unwanted data on your computer to resume printing. (→P.785) • Mail box full. Cannot save. (→P.785) • Rewinding error. (→P.776) • Media take-up unit ready. (→P.776) • Multi-sensor error (→P.788) •...
Page 782: Messages Regarding Paper
Messages regarding paper Messages regarding paper Paper Mismatch Cause Corrective Action You printed a test pattern for printer adjustment on When printing a test pattern, use sheets of the same several sheets, but sheets of different types or sizes type and size of paper. of paper were used.
Page 783: Papr Size Mismatch
Messages regarding paper Papr Size Mismatch Cause Corrective Action The paper size as specied on the printer does not Adjust the paper size setting in the printer driver to match the size specied in the printer driver. match the size loaded in the printer as follows. Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to cancel printing.
Page 784: Insufficient Paper For Job
Messages regarding paper Insufcient paper for job Cause Corrective Action The printer has received a print job longer than the Follow the steps below to replace the roll. amount of roll paper left. Press the Load/Eject button and remove the roll. (→P.186) (→P.181) Load a roll with enough paper left.
Page 785: Regular Printing Is Selected, But A Roll Is Loaded
Messages regarding paper Regular printing is selected, but a roll is loaded. Cause Corrective Action A print job for printing on sheets was sent when a Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to roll is loaded. cancel printing.
Page 786: Borderless Printng Not Possible
Messages regarding paper Borderless printng not possible. Check roll position. Cause Corrective Action The paper is loaded askew. Press the Load/Eject button and reload the paper. Insert the roll rmly until it touches the ange of the Roll Holder . (→P.179) (→P.182) If you press the Online button and continue printing,...
Page 787: Paper Loaded Askew
Messages regarding paper Paper loaded askew. Cause Corrective Action Paper has been loaded askew. Follow the steps below to reload the roll. Lift the Release Lever . Open the Top Cover . Align the right edge of the roll paper parallel to the Paper Alignment Line .
Page 788: Paper Size Not Detected
Paper came out of the feed path during feeding. Reload the paper correctly and advance it again. (→P.182) If the message is displayed when paper is not being advanced, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Paper jam. Cause Corrective Action A paper jam occurred in the printer during printing.
Page 789: Cannot Cut Paper
The Cutter Unit is not installed. Install the Cutter Unit . (→P.705) In other cases, the Cutter Unit may be damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Rel lever is in wrong position. Cause Corrective Action The Release Lever is up.
Page 790: The Roll Is Empty
Take-up Unit sensor. The Media Take-up Unit sensor is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. * 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 791: Messages Regarding Ink
Messages regarding ink Messages regarding ink Ink Level: Check 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 792: Ink Insufficient
Messages regarding ink Ink insufcient. Cause Corrective Action The ink level is low, so you cannot print, clean the Replace the Ink Tank that is low with a new Ink Tank . Printhead , or do other operations that require ink. (→P.680) Ink tank is empty.
Page 793: Close Ink Tank Cover
Messages regarding ink Close Ink Tank Cover Cause Corrective Action The Ink Tank Cover is open. Close the Ink Tank Cover . Ink tank error. Cause Corrective Action The Ink Tank in the printer is incompatible. Load an Ink Tank specied for use with the printer. (→P.680) Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected.
Page 794: Messages Regarding Printing Or Adjusment
Messages regarding printing or adjusment Messages regarding printing or adjusment Use another paper. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead and feed amount cannot be adjusted We recommend using a type of paper that you often when highly transparent lm is loaded. use, other than lm, for Printhead adjustment.
Page 795: Cannot Adjust Printhead
Messages regarding printing or adjusment Cannot adjust printhead. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Follow the steps below to check the nozzles. Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. (→P.695) Clean the Printhead if the nozzles are clogged. (→P.696) Highly transparent lm is loaded that cannot be used We recommend using a type of paper that you often...
Page 796: Messages Regarding Printheads
The left Printhead is installed in the right position and Turn off the printer and wait at least three seconds vice versa. before restoring the power. If the message is displayed again, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. 782 Error Message...
Page 797: Problem W�Th Pr�Nthead X (X �S L, R, Or Lr)
Messages regarding printheads Problem with Printhead x (x is L, R, or LR) Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are becoming clogged. If printing is faint, clean the Printhead . (→P.696) x printhead error (x is Left or Right) Cause Corrective Action An incompatible Printhead has been installed.
Page 798: Messages Regarding The Maintenance Cartridge
Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge No maintenance cartridge. Cause Corrective Action The Maintenance Cartridge is not installed. Install the Maintenance Cartridge . (→P.708) Prepare for maint cart replacement. Cause Corrective Action The Maintenance Cartridge is almost full. You can continue to print, but prepare a new Maintenance Cartridge to use when the message for replacement is displayed.
Page 799: Messages Regarding The Hard Disk
Messages regarding the hard disk Messages regarding the hard disk Mail box nearly full. Cause Corrective Action The free hard disk space left for Personal Boxes in Delete unneeded jobs stored in Personal Boxes. the printer’s hard disk does not have more than 1 (→P.109) GB, combined.
Page 800: Hard Disk Error
Messages regarding the hard disk Hard disk error. Cause Corrective Action The format of the printer’s hard disk is invalid. Press the OK button to start reformatting the hard disk. When formatting is nished, the printer automatically restarts. (Formatting will erase all data on the hard disk.) File read error.
Page 801: Other Messages
In the following situations, turn off the printer and wait at least three seconds before restoring power. If the message is still displayed, write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. •...
Page 802: Prepare For Parts Replacement
It is almost time to replace consumables for which If Parts replacement time has passed. is displayed, service is required. you can continue to use the printer for some time. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Parts replacement time has passed. Cause Corrective Action It is past the recommended time to replace Contact your Canon dealer for assistance.
Page 803 Index Index Borderless Printing at Actual Size ....348, 369 Borderless Printing ........348, 369 A message to check the Maintenance Cartridge Borderless Printing Method ......348, 369 is not cleared after you replace the Maintenance Print Image with Actual Size .....349, 370 Cartridge ..............759 Borderless Printing at Actual Size About This User Manual ..........1...
Page 804: Configuring The Ip Address Using Imageprograf Device Setup Utility
Index Cannot adjust band........780, 782 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper ......201, 751 Cannot adjust printhead.........781, 782 Close Ink Tank Cover ..........779 Cannot calibrate.............781 Color adjustment ............664 Cannot connect the printer to the network .....735 Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS 9) ....605 Cannot cut paper.
Page 805: Configuring The Printer's Netware Network Settings
Index Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh) .............639 Configuring the Printer Driver Destination Deleting Saved Jobs ..........109 (Windows) ..............635 Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ....114 Configuring the Printer's AppleTalk Network Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ... 112 Settings ..............638 Using RemoteUI ..........110 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Using the Control Panel ........109 Settings ..............625...
Page 806 Index Frequently Asked Questions ........731 Ink tank is empty. Press OK and replace the ink tank..............778 Front ................7 Ink tank is empty. Replace the ink tank....778 Ink Tanks ..............678 Installation problems ..........749 GARO Wxxxx (x represents a number) ....787 Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Utility ...............536, 636...
Page 807 Index Main Pane (Mac OS 9) ...........588 Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge ..784 Configuration using Advanced Settings ....589 Modifying Personal Boxes ........119 Configuration using Easy Settings ....588 Naming Personal Boxes ........124 Main Pane (Mac OS X) ..........565 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes .... 119 Configuration using Advanced Settings ....566 Modifying the Current Job (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) ......
Page 808 Index Paper Mismatch .............768 Printing at Full Size (Windows) ......358 Paper rubs against the Printhead ......742 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes ..395 Paper size not detected..........774 Printing CAD Drawings ...........476 Paper Sizes ............175 Printing does not start ..........734 Rolls ..............175 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER ..........316...
Page 809 Index Printing Line Drawings and Text Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets ....149 (Windows) ............284, 477 Paper size ............149 Printing Line Drawings and Text Printing options using rolls and sheets .....149 (Windows, Mac OS X) ..........251 Rolls and sheets ..........149 Easy Settings ...........251 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls ......443 Print Target ............251...
Page 810 Index Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners Make sure the printer is ready for Ink Tank (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS 9) ......413 replacement ............681 Print the banner ..........415 Precautions when handling an Ink Tank ...680 Remove the Ink Tank (330 ml [11.2 fl oz]) ..682 Register a Custom Media Size ......413 Remove the Ink Tank (700 ml [23.7 fl oz]) ..684 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners...
Page 811 Index Roll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed Paper Cutting (to have the roll cut at your specified position) ..........196 Slot .................760 Roll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded..771 Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls ....198 Roll printing is selected.
Page 812 Index This paper cannot be used........769 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet ......417 View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application Top Cover (Inside) ............10 (Mac OS 9) .............612 Top cover is open...........787 View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application Troubleshooting ............731 (Mac OS X) .............583 Turn on the media take-up unit.

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