Page 1 Large Format Printer User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Printing enlargements or reductions.........50 Printing at full size..............61 Borderless Printing..............71 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes.......80 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet..........93 Centering originals..............108 and so on Windows Software Printer Driver................138 Preview...................
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets .......................... 16 Turning the Printer On and Off ............................17 Loading and Printing on Rolls ............................... 18 Loading and Printing on Sheets ............................21 Printing in Windows ................................... 22 Printing from Mac OS ................................
Page 3 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ..........75 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) ..........77 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) ................80 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing;...
Page 4 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu ..........145 Main Sheet ....................................147 Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box ....................... 150 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box .......................... 150 View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application ..................152 Color Adjustment Sheet: Color ...........................
Page 5 Creating a New Hot Folder ..............................202 Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder ..................... 205 Setting the Print Parameters ............................... 207 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER ............ 208 Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Officefeatures ............................209 Steps to install ...................................
Page 6 ColorSync ..................................281 Preferences Dialog Box ................................. 281 Zoom Dialog Box ..................................281 Go to Page Dialog Box ................................282 Print with No Borders ................................282 Print on the Center .................................. 283 Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom ..........................283 Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees ............................
Page 7 Handling and Use of Paper Paper Types of Paper ................................... 326 Paper Sizes ....................................326 Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper ..............328 Printing on Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper Using Existing Settings ....... 329 Printing on Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper by Adding a Media Type .....
Page 8 Deleting Media Types You Have Added ........................407 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide ......................408 Changing the Display Order of Media Types ......................410 Using Paper Other than Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper ..............411 Compatible Paper ................................413 Add Custom Paper ................................
Page 9 NetWare Settings Configuring NetWare Network Settings ......................... 484 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type ..........................484 Specifying NetWare Print Services ........................... 487 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI .............. 489 Mac OS Settings Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks ...................... 492 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network ....................
Page 10 Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead ................................. 520 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ..................520 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ................... 522 Adjustment When Installing the Printhead ......................523 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images ....................524 Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount ..............................
Page 11 Paper is not cut ..................................587 The size of clear film cannot be detected ........................587 Margins are wide ..................................587 When printing on thin roll paper, the printed surface becomes scratched ............ 588 Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up ................... 589 The printer does not respond even if print jobs are sent ..................
Page 12 This paper cannot be used as size is not supported....................615 Roll printing is selected................................615 Roll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded......................615 The roll is empty..................................615 No sheets..................................... 616 Sheet printing is selected..............................616 Regular printing is selected, but a roll is loaded.
Page 13 Specifications Printer Specifications Specifications ..................................... 630 Print Area ..................................... 631 Appendix Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ................................... 634 Legal Notices ....................................636 Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer ................................. 638 About This User Manual ................................ 638 Disposal of the product WEEE Directive ..................................
Page 15: Basic Printing Workflow
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure ................16 Canceling print jobs ................24 Pausing Printing .................. 27 Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting...
Page 16: Printing Procedure
Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets iPF8400SE Printing procedure Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets ......................... 16 Turning the Printer On and Off ........................... 17 Loading and Printing on Rolls ............................18 Loading and Printing on Sheets ..........................21 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) ................
Page 17: Turning The Printer On And Off
Press the Power button to turn on the printer. The printer will now start up. After the Display Screen shows the Canon logo, "Start- ing up... Please wait." is displayed. The Power Lamp is lit when the printer finishes starting up, and the printer is now in Standby.
Page 18: Loading And Printing On Rolls
Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF8400SE • Starting the printer when it is connected via the USB cable to a Mac OS computer that is off may cause the com- puter to start up at the same time. To prevent this, disconnect the USB cable before starting the printer. Connect- Important ing the printer to the computer via a USB hub may solve this issue.
Page 19 Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF8400SE Turn the printer on. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") P.17 ➔ Load the roll on the Roll Holder. (See "Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder.") P.337 ➔ Load the roll in the printer. (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") P.339 ➔...
Page 20 Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF8400SE • When printing without borders, definitely set the blue Switch on the platen to the ● side. If the switch is set incorrectly, print quality may deteriorate. (See "Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen.") P.596 ➔...
Page 21: Loading And Printing On Sheets
Loading and Printing on Sheets iPF8400SE Send the print job. Printing in Windows • P.22 ➔ Printing from Mac OS • P.23 ➔ The printer now starts printing the print job. Loading and Printing on Sheets Loading and Printing on Sheets These are the basic steps for loading sheets and then printing.
Page 22: Printing In Windows
Printing in Windows iPF8400SE Load the sheet. (See "Loading Sheets in the Print- er.") P.360 ➔ Start printing. Printing in Windows Printing in Windows Print from the application menu. • We recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may interrupt the transfer of print data and affect printing quality.
Page 23: Printing From Mac Os
Printing from Mac OS iPF8400SE Printing from Mac OS Printing from Mac OS Print from the application menu after registering the printer. • We recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may interrupt the transfer of print data and affect printing quality. Important Registering the printer Before printing, you must register the printer in Print &...
Page 24: Canceling Print Jobs
Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel iPF8400SE Canceling print jobs Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel ......................24 Canceling Print Jobs from Windows ......................... 25 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS ........................... 25 Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel To cancel printing or reception of print jobs, press the Stop button on the Control Panel.
Page 25: Canceling Print Jobs From Windows
Canceling Print Jobs from Windows iPF8400SE Canceling Print Jobs from Windows Canceling Print Jobs from Windows In the printer window, you can cancel jobs that are being sent to the printer. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, you can cancel print jobs that have already been received by the printer or that are currently being printed.
Page 26 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS iPF8400SE Click Pause Printer to stop printing. If there are no jobs in the printer window that can be canceled, (that is, if the print data has already been sent to the printer), click Utility to display image- PROGRAF Printmonitor.
Page 27: Pausing Printing
Pausing Printing iPF8400SE Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing During printing, if you set Pause Print in the Control Panel menu to On, printing is stopped at that point and the printer enters a state in which printing is paused. (See "Control Panel Display.") P.430 ➔...
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Page 29: Enhanced Printing Options
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Choosing Paper for Printing ..............30 Printing Photos and Office Documents ..........31 Adjusting Images ................. 37 Printing enlargements or reductions ............ 50 Printing at full size ................61 Borderless Printing ................71 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes .........
Page 30: Choosing Paper For Printing
Select the appropriate media type from the printer control panel or printer driver to match the paper loaded in the printer. The appropriate media type differs between the case of genuine Canon paper or Canon feed confirmed paper and the case of paper other than Canon feed confirmed paper. Select the media type by following the de- scription below.
Page 31: Printing Photos And Office Documents
• Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280 • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Print- er Driver Dialog Box from Applications .")
Page 32 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glos- sy Paper 2 280. In the Media Type, choose the type of paper used for printing, such as Glossy Paper, Canon Coated Paper, and so on.
Page 33: Printing Photos And Images (Mac Os)
Document: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll paper • Paper type: Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280 • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • This sets the Format for and Paper Size.
Page 34 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glos- sy Paper 2 280. Make sure the paper you select is loaded in the printer.
Page 35: Using Posterartist To Compose Originals
Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals iPF8400SE Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) is selected. Make sure Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specified in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box—in this case, 10"x12".
Page 36 Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals iPF8400SE Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click in the Edit Using PosterArtist in the Page Layout list. • This function cannot be used with a 64-bit version OS. Note When you attempt to print, PosterArtist starts up and the PageCapture window is displayed.
Page 37: Adjusting Images
Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver iPF8400SE Adjusting Images Adjusting Images Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ......................... 37 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) ................. 38 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) ................... 41 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing .............
Page 38: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Windows)
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF8400SE Matching Mode Description Remarks ICC Matching Mode Enables color matching using ICC pro- This allows you to use ICC profiles for dig- files. ital cameras and scanners, ICC profiles Select this if you want to print by specify- created using the profile creation tool, etc.
Page 39 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF8400SE Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Color in the Color Mode list.
Page 40 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF8400SE On the Color Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Cyan Magenta Yellow Adjust the gray tone.
Page 41: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Mac Os)
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to fine- tune the color tone of photos before printing.
Page 42 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Color in the Color Mode list. Click Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow.
Page 43: Giving Priority To Particular Graphic Elements And Colors For Printing
Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing iPF8400SE Click OK to close the Color Settings dialog box. Access the Page Setup pane. Confirm the settings of Paper Source and Page Size. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 44 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing iPF8400SE 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 Image when quality is most important.
Page 45: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Windows)
Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) iPF8400SE Setting Item Description Unidirectional Printing Prints by suppressing color variations and misaligned ruled lines. However, this takes more time than regular printing. Economy Printing When this mode is selected, the quality is diminished from that of regular printing, however less ink is consumed.
Page 46 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) iPF8400SE Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Click High (600dpi) in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the type of paper. Note Click Monochrome in the Color Mode list.
Page 47: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Mac Os)
Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how print photographic images in monochrome.
Page 48 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Click High (600dpi) in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. Note Click Monochrome in the Color Mode list.
Page 49 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.251 ➔ Note User's Guide...
Page 50: Printing Enlargements Or Reductions
Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size iPF8400SE Printing enlargements or reductions Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size ......................50 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ................50 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ........................52 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ..................
Page 51 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) iPF8400SE Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) • Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications .") P.144 ➔...
Page 52: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width
Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width iPF8400SE Click ISO A3 in the Paper Size list. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.141 ➔ Note Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired.
Page 53 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) iPF8400SE Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the printing application in the Print Target list.
Page 54: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os)
Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not displayed on the Page Setup sheet, clear the Note Borderless Printing check box. Click Fit Roll Paper Width. •...
Page 55 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Select the printer in the Printer list. In the Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu.
Page 56: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value
Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value iPF8400SE Make sure the Page Size setting matches the orig- inal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click Fit Roll Paper Width.
Page 57 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) iPF8400SE Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) • Paper: Roll paper • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) • •...
Page 58: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value (Mac Os)
Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) iPF8400SE In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click ISO A4 in the Paper Size list.
Page 59 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) iPF8400SE This sets the Format for and Paper Size. The configuration method varies depending on the • OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page At- tributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 60 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm) is selected.
Page 61: Printing At Full Size
Printing on Oversize Paper iPF8400SE Printing at full size Printing at full size Printing on Oversize Paper ............................61 Printing at Full Size (Windows) ..........................62 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) ..........................63 Borderless Printing at Actual Size ..........................65 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) ....................
Page 62: Printing At Full Size (Windows)
Printing at Full Size (Windows) iPF8400SE For instructions on oversized printing, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and oper- ating system. Printing at Full Size (Windows) • P.62 ➔ Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) • P.63 ➔...
Page 63: Printing At Full Size (Mac Os)
Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) iPF8400SE In the Paper Size Options dialog box, select the Oversize check box in Display Series. Click OK to close the Paper Size Options dialog box. Click Oversize - ISO A4 in the Page Size list. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 64 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 65: Borderless Printing At Actual Size
Borderless Printing at Actual Size iPF8400SE Make sure Page Size shows the original size as specified in Paper Size in the Page Attributes di- alog box—in this case, ISO A4 - Oversize. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. •...
Page 66: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Windows)
Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • Create the original in the source application 3 mm (0.12 in) larger on each side than 254.0×304.8 mm (10 ×...
Page 67 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) iPF8400SE Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 68: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Mac Os)
Document: Any type • Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)–Borderless • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • User's Guide...
Page 69 In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size. Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. User's Guide...
Page 70 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Select the print target in the Print Target list. • When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere for borderless printing and the Cutter Unit touches printing surfaces that are not dry yet, it may damage the paper or the edge of the document that Important is cut, depending on frequency of use.
Page 71: Borderless Printing
Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size iPF8400SE Borderless Printing Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size ....................71 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ....... 72 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ..............74 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ........
Page 72: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Match The Paper Size (Windows)
Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size.
Page 73 P.144 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. •...
Page 74: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width
Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width iPF8400SE Select the Borderless Printing check box to dis- play the Information dialog box. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, click 10-in. Roll (254.0mm). Click OK to close the Information dialog box.
Page 75: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Windows)
Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • User's Guide...
Page 76 P.144 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. •...
Page 77: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os)
Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • User's Guide...
Page 78 In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size. Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper. User's Guide...
Page 79 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Select the print target in the Print Target list. • When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere for borderless printing and the Cutter Unit touches printing surfaces that are not dry yet, it may damage the paper or the edge of the document that Important is cut, depending on frequency of use.
Page 80: Printing Banners Or At Other Non-Standard Sizes
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) iPF8400SE Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) ..............80 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) ........81 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing;...
Page 81: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows)
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF8400SE Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) By automatic enlargement of a document created with an application software by the printer driver, you can print maximum 18.0 m vertical or horizontal banners.
Page 82 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF8400SE Click Add to add the paper size of My Horizontal Banner. Click OK to close the Paper Size Options dialog box. Close the printer driver dialog box. • Although you can even set Custom Size for the paper size, the maximum settable size is 3.2 m. The setting of Custom Size is disabled when you exit the application software.
Page 83 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF8400SE Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size you registered, My Horizontal Banner. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not displayed on the Page Setup sheet, clear the...
Page 84: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac Os)
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) iPF8400SE If printing is unsuccessful, you may be able to print after completing the following setting. On the Layout sheet, click Special Settings to display the Special Settings dialog box. In the FineZoom Settings list, click Yes. Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing;...
Page 85 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) iPF8400SE Register a Custom Paper Sizes This example describes how to register and print using a page size that is horizontally elongated and suitable for banners in either horizontal or vertical format. Create the document in the application.
Page 86 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) iPF8400SE Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 87: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes iPF8400SE Confirm the print settings, and click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.251 ➔ Note Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes For printing on non-standard size paper, first register the paper size in the printer driver.
Page 88 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) iPF8400SE Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, select from the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 89 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) iPF8400SE Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.141 ➔ Note Printing by using Custom Size This section describes how to print using Custom Size based on the following example. Document: Any Type •...
Page 90: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac Os)
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Click Cut Sheet in the Paper Source list. Click Custom Size in the Page Size list to display the Custom Size Settings dialog box. Confirm that mm is selected in Units.
Page 91 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the Printer list. Click Manage Custom Sizes in the Paper Size list to display the Custom Paper Sizes dialog box. In Paper Size, enter the height and width of the original. Here, enter 43.00 cm in Height and Width. In Non-Printable Area, enter 0.5 for the top and side margins and 2.3 for the bottom margin.
Page 92 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, select from the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 93: Tiling And Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other iPF8400SE Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other ..................... 93 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) ................ 94 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS) ................96 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously ........................
Page 94: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Windows)
Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) iPF8400SE • Free Layout (Mac OS) Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine originals from multiple files—even multiple source applications—in a single-page layout. For instructions on arranging originals from multiple applications, refer to the following topics. Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) •...
Page 95 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) iPF8400SE Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click Free Layout in the Page Layout list. When you attempt to print, the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. (At this point, the document will not be printed yet.) Edit and rearrange the image in the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired.
Page 96: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Mac Os)
Edit and rearrange the image in the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. • Without closing the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window, repeat steps 1 to 4 to arrange origi- nals from multiple applications on the same page. Note •...
Page 97: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously
Printing Multiple Pages Continuously iPF8400SE Printing Multiple Pages Continuously Printing Multiple Pages Continuously You can print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. • Banner Printing • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. Important •...
Page 98 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows) iPF8400SE Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, click the type of paper that is loaded. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 99: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac Os)
Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS) Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. •...
Page 100: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet iPF8400SE Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the Paper Source list. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 101: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows)
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) iPF8400SE • This function cannot be combined with the following options. Important Borderless Printing • • Scaling Originals (Windows) • Banner Printing (Windows) • When printing using this function, the Print Centered setting is disabled. •...
Page 102 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) iPF8400SE Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application software. In this case, click ISO Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 103: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac Os)
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) This topic describes how to print four pages of an original on a single sheet, based on the following example. Document: Any Type •...
Page 104 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 105: Printing Posters In Sections
Printing Posters in Sections iPF8400SE Make sure Page Size shows the original size as specified in Paper Size in the Page Attributes di- alog box—in this case, ISO A3. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. •...
Page 106 Printing Large Posters (Windows) iPF8400SE Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Print- er Driver Dialog Box from Applications .") P.144 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
Page 107 Printing Large Posters (Windows) iPF8400SE Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click Poster (2 x 2) in the Page Layout list. • Follow the steps below to print only a portion of the poster as divided for printing. Note •...
Page 108: Centering Originals
Printing Originals Centered on Rolls iPF8400SE Centering originals Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls ........................108 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) ..................108 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) ..................... 110 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets ........................112 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) ..................
Page 109 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) iPF8400SE Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 110: Printing Originals Centered On Rolls (Mac Os)
Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.141 ➔...
Page 111 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) iPF8400SE In the Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu.
Page 112: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets
Printing Originals Centered on Sheets iPF8400SE Make sure the Page Size setting matches the orig- inal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 113 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) iPF8400SE Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Print- er Driver Dialog Box from Applications .") P.144 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
Page 114: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets (Mac Os)
Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • If you have selected Cut Sheet as the paper source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size.
Page 115 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Select the printer in the Printer list. In the Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4 - Cut Sheet. If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu.
Page 116 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Make sure the Page Size setting matches the orig- inal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4 - Cut Sheet. Select the Print Centered check box.
Page 117: Conserving Roll Paper
Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees iPF8400SE Conserving roll paper Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees ................117 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows) ..........117 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) ..........118 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins .........
Page 118: Conserving Roll Paper By Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac Os)
Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 119 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) • Paper: Roll paper • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]) •...
Page 120: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins iPF8400SE Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width.
Page 121: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Windows)
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) iPF8400SE • 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 122: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Mac Os)
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) iPF8400SE In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 123 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) • Paper: Roll paper • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]) •...
Page 124 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width.
Page 125: Checking Images Before Printing
Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing iPF8400SE Checking Images Before Printing Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing You can check the print layout on the preview screen. •...
Page 126: Other Useful Settings
Printing With Watermarks iPF8400SE Other useful settings Other useful settings Printing With Watermarks ............................126 Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) ..........127 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation ..............128 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) ........129 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) ..........
Page 127: Printing With Watermarks-Copy, File Copy, And So On (Windows)
Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) iPF8400SE Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) • P.127 ➔ Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) This topic describes how to print with watermarks, based on the following example of printing with a FILE COPY watermark.
Page 128: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation iPF8400SE Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application software. In this case, click ISO Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm).
Page 129: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Windows)
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) iPF8400SE For instructions on specifying the original orientation before printing, refer to the following topics, as appropri- ate for your computer and operating system. Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) •...
Page 130: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Mac Os)
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11").
Page 131 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) iPF8400SE This sets the Format for and Paper Size. The configuration method varies depending on the • OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are configured by opening the Page At- tributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 132: Using Favorites
Using Favorites iPF8400SE Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm) is selected. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the orig- inal size as selected in...
Page 133: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing
Cutting Roll Paper After Printing iPF8400SE Using Favorites (Mac OS) • P.252 ➔ Cutting Roll Paper After Printing Cutting Roll Paper After Printing Roll paper can be automatically cut after printing. • It may not be possible to cut certain types of paper, such as adhesive paper. For details on types of paper that cannot be used with the auto cut feature, see the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 134: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac Os)
Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) iPF8400SE To enable automatic cutting, click Yes in the Automatic Cutting list. If you prefer to cut the paper later yourself, click Print Cut Guideline. Click OK to close the Roll Paper Options dialog box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired.
Page 135 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. User's Guide...
Page 136 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) iPF8400SE Click Set to display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog 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. If the automatic cut function has been deactivated on the printer, change the auto cut setting on the •...
Page 137: Windows Software
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Printer Driver ..................138 Preview ....................168 Free Layout ..................178 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ......... 200 Print Plug-In for Office ............... 209 Status Monitor ................502 ➔ Accounting ................... 506 ➔...
Page 138: Printer Driver
Printer Driver Settings iPF8400SE Printer Driver Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ..............................138 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ........................140 Confirming Print Settings ............................141 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................141 Using Favorites ................................142 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................
Page 139 Printer Driver Settings iPF8400SE You can specify the type of paper, color processing, print quality, print preview, and other settings. Choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the printing application or Advanced Settings to com- plete more detailed settings as desired. Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box •...
Page 140: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver
Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver iPF8400SE Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. • Always specify the same type and size of paper in the printer menu and printer driver. Important Choose Print in the application menu.
Page 141: Confirming Print Settings
Confirming Print Settings iPF8400SE If you have selected roll paper in Paper Source, select the width of the loaded roll in Roll Paper Width. • A variety of settings are available in the printer driver to suit different printing applications. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings ."...
Page 142: Using Favorites
Using Favorites iPF8400SE Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. Select the Open Preview When Print Job Starts check box. After you click OK, when you print a job, the image- PROGRAF Preview window will be displayed. • If PageComposer is running, access the Special Settings dialog box from the Layout sheet and clear Enable Preview Switching.
Page 143 Using Favorites iPF8400SE Perform normal printing settings. The favorite is registered from here. Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. Click Add to display the Add dialog box. Enter a desired name in Name, such as Photos for Presentations or Monthly Report. Choose a fitting icon for these print settings in the Icon list.
Page 144: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications iPF8400SE Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. In the Favorites, choose the favorite you registered. • To import a favorite, click Import and specify the favorite file. Note Click Apply Favorite to replace the favorite settings with the current print settings.
Page 145: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From The Operating System Menu
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu iPF8400SE Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the print- er driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. • The titles of dialog boxes may vary depending on the application, and sheets other than these six sheets may be displayed.
Page 146 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu iPF8400SE Select the printer, and then display the printer proper- ties dialog box. Click Printing Preferences to display the Main(or Printing Preferences) dialog box, titled with the name of this printer. •...
Page 147: Main Sheet
Main Sheet iPF8400SE Main Sheet Main Sheet The following settings are available on the Main sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help file. • On the Main sheet, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the particular printing applica- tion, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 148 Main Sheet iPF8400SE Configuration using Easy Settings • Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Printing Photos and Images • P.31 ➔ • Depending on the Media Type setting, some Print Target options may not be available. Note •...
Page 149 Main Sheet iPF8400SE • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing • P.43 ➔ • Highest quality If you select this option, the document will be printed with enhanced quality at the highest resolution. Com- pared to the other options, more time and ink are consumed in printing, however you will attain print results with the highest quality.
Page 150: Paper Information On Printer Dialog Box
Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box iPF8400SE Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and config- ure printer driver settings for the paper source and media type. •...
Page 151 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF8400SE • Between Pages You can set the time to wait after printing 1 document page until ejecting the paper. Since waiting time is re- quired for ink to dry before a roll is cut, you can deliver paper in the Output Stacker with the ink dried even if Cutting Mode is set to Automatic.
Page 152: View Settings Dialog Box For The Printing Application
View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application iPF8400SE View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. •...
Page 153: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color
Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color iPF8400SE • View Color Pattern Select this checkbox to display the color pattern. • Apply to Sample Select this checkbox to apply the changed settings to the sample image. • Cyan/ Magenta/ Yellow Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of each color. •...
Page 154: Matching Sheet
Matching Sheet iPF8400SE • Image Select this option to apply color adjustment to image areas, such as photos. • Graphics Select this option to apply color adjustment to graphics, such as lines and circles. • Text Select this option to apply color adjustment to text. Matching Sheet Matching Sheet On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors...
Page 155 Specify the printer profile as desired. Normally, select Auto Settings. We recommend that you select an ICC profile created using commercially available profile creation software in order to perform color management accurately on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper.
Page 156: Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome
Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome iPF8400SE Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings.
Page 157: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome
Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome iPF8400SE • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver." P.37 ➔ Note Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color adjustment to.
Page 158 Page Setup Sheet iPF8400SE • Borderless Printing Borderless printing is available if roll paper is selected in the Paper Source list. Choose from the following options when this setting is activated. Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size • P.71 ➔...
Page 159: Paper Size Options Dialog Box
Paper Size Options Dialog Box iPF8400SE Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation • P.128 ➔ • Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) Activate this setting to rotate the document image by 90 degrees before printing. Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees •...
Page 160: Layout Sheet
Layout Sheet iPF8400SE • You cannot create any arbitrary roll paper width as a Custom Paper Size. Important • If you select a Paper Size from Paper Size Options, load paper of a size equal to or larger than the Paper Size Options into the printer.
Page 161 Layout Sheet iPF8400SE • Page Layout Activate this setting to select a particular page layout. Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet • P.100 ➔ Printing Posters in Sections • P.105 ➔ Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other • P.93 ➔ Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals •...
Page 162: Page Options Dialog Box
Page Options Dialog Box iPF8400SE Page Options Dialog Box Page Options Dialog Box The Page Options dialog box offers the following settings. To display the Page Options dialog box, on the Layout sheet, click Page Options. (See "Layout • Sheet .") P.160 ➔...
Page 163: Special Settings Dialog Box
Special Settings Dialog Box iPF8400SE Special Settings Dialog Box Special Settings Dialog Box If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the Special Settings dialog box. • To display the Special Settings dialog box, on the Layout sheet, click Special Settings. (See "Layout Sheet .") P.160 ➔...
Page 164: Favorites Sheet
Favorites Sheet iPF8400SE Favorites Sheet Favorites Sheet The following settings are available on the Favorites sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • Favorites Printing favorites you have created are listed with Default Settings favorites. Using Favorites •...
Page 165: Utility Sheet
Utility Sheet iPF8400SE • Import Click to display the Open dialog box, which enables you to import favorite settings saved as a file. • Export Click to display the Save As dialog box, which enables you to save the favorite settings as a file. •...
Page 166: Support Sheet
On the Support sheet, you can view support information and the user's manual. • Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can find the latest information on the printer and con- sumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information. •...
Page 167: Device Settings Sheet
Device Settings Sheet iPF8400SE Device Settings Sheet Device Settings Sheet Many settings items on the printer properties sheets are controlled by Windows applications. However, the Device Settings sheet is for configuring the printer, and it is an extension of the printer driver. The following settings are available on the Device Settings sheet.
Page 168: Preview
The Features of Preview iPF8400SE Preview Preview The Features of Preview ............................... 168 Starting Preview ................................168 Preview Main Window ..............................169 Dialog Area ..................................171 Enlarge/Reduce the screen display ......................... 172 Moving a Page .................................. 172 Using the ruler .................................. 172 Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees ........................
Page 169: Preview Main Window
Preview Main Window iPF8400SE On the Print dialog box in the apllication software, click the Print button. Preview main window is displayed. Preview Main Window Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, preview and dialog area and status bar. •...
Page 170 Preview Main Window iPF8400SE • Preview Area You can check the settings you made in this area. • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. For more information about Dialog Area, see "Dialog Area." P.171 ➔...
Page 171: Dialog Area
Dialog Area iPF8400SE Dialog Area Dialog Area You can select the layout and print on the center. • Media Type/Paper Source/Paper Size You can confirm the information that is set. • Layout Selection You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout. For more information about Layout Selection, see "Printing with Selecting the Layout."...
Page 172: Enlarge/Reduce The Screen Display
Enlarge/Reduce the screen display iPF8400SE • Update Printer Information Button Click the button to update the printer information with connecting to the printer. • Status Monitor Button Click the button to start Status Monitor. Enlarge/Reduce the screen display Enlarge/Reduce the screen display You can enlarge or reduce the screen display when you select Zoom from the View menu.
Page 173 Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees iPF8400SE Setting Details Rotate 90 Degrees If Possible Rotates pages in portrait orientation 90 degrees before printing. Pages are only rotated if they can fit lengthwise across the roll. Use Driver Settings Follows printer driver settings when determining whether to rotate pages. Selecting Rotate 90 Degrees If Possible or Placing a checkmark for Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) on the printer driver Selecting Use Driver Settings...
Page 174: Printing With Selecting The Layout
Printing with Selecting the Layout iPF8400SE Printing with Selecting the Layout Printing with Selecting the Layout You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout. In Layout Selection, click the layout button to use. Button Details Upper Button Turn at the position of Right Button Turn at the position of Left Button...
Page 175 Printing with Selecting the Layout iPF8400SE • Right Button or Left Button can be selected only when the rotated pages can fit lengthwise across the roll. Note • By clicking Right Button or Left Button, you can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper.
Page 176: Print On The Center
Print on the Center iPF8400SE Print on the Center Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. Click the Center Originals Across Roll check box on. Click the Print button. Printing on the center begins. •...
Page 177: Not Print Spaces At The Top/Bottom
Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom iPF8400SE Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom You can save paper on not to feed roll paper for the empty spaces when the print data contains spaces at the top or bottom.
Page 178: Free Layout
The Features of Free Layout iPF8400SE Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ............................178 Starting Free Layout ..............................178 Free Layout Main Window ............................180 Detailed Settings ................................181 Preferences Dialog Box ..............................181 Page Options Dialog Box .............................. 182 Zoom Dialog Box ................................
Page 179 Starting Free Layout iPF8400SE From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. • Normally, select Print from the File menu. Note From the list, select the printer and select the Layout sheet.
Page 180: Free Layout Main Window
Free Layout Main Window iPF8400SE Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and status bar. • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool and status bar. Note •...
Page 181: Detailed Settings
Detailed Settings iPF8400SE • Status Bar This shows the paper size, unit of length, and number of objects. Detailed Settings Detailed Settings The printer driver opens when you select Detailed Settings from the File menu. The printer driver is used to con- figure basic settings to match the type of media loaded in the printer.
Page 182: Page Options Dialog Box
Page Options Dialog Box iPF8400SE • You can input between 10.0 and 200.0(mm) (between 0.39 and 7.88(inch)). • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Divisions You can change the number of divisions of grid lines so that they serve as a guide to laying out objects. •...
Page 183: Zoom Dialog Box
Zoom Dialog Box iPF8400SE The following settings are available for roll paper length. Setting Details Auto Settings The one-page length to be printed on roll paper is automatically set so that the laid-out objects are printed on one page. Manual Settings You can input the length of one page to print on roll paper in numerical characters.
Page 184: Format Dialog Box
Format Dialog Box iPF8400SE Format Dialog Box Format Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Format from the Object menu after you select an object. Size Sheet You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format. Note •...
Page 185: Laying Out A Multiple-File Document On One Page
Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page iPF8400SE Position Sheet You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format. Note • Object Position You can move the object position by changing the values. Setting Details Vertical Pos...
Page 186 Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page iPF8400SE Click Properties to open the Properties dialog box. In the Page Setup sheet, select Paper Source. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list.
Page 187: Laying Out A Document Created With Multiple Application Programs On One Page
Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF8400SE Click the OK button to save the settings. In the Print dialog box, select the pages to print and the number of copies, and click the OK button. Free Layout starts, laying out the document created with application software in the layout area as an ob- ject.
Page 188 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF8400SE Click Properties to open the Properties dialog box. In the Page Setup sheet, select Paper Source. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list.
Page 189 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF8400SE Click the OK button to save the settings. In the Print dialog box, select the pages to print and the number of copies, and click the OK button. Free Layout starts, laying out the document created with application software in the layout area as an ob- ject.
Page 190: Selecting An Object
Selecting an Object iPF8400SE Selecting an Object Selecting an Object When an object is selected, a select box (blue border) appears around the object. To select an object, click that object. • Note • To select multiple successive objects, click them while holding down the Shift key. •...
Page 191: Moving An Object
Moving an Object iPF8400SE Place the pointer at a corner of the selection box around the object to show the arrow handle, and drag this handle to change the object size. Resizing by specifying a scaling value Select an object. Click on the Enl./Red.
Page 192: Laying Out Objects Automatically
Laying out Objects Automatically iPF8400SE Select Rotate Left 90 Degrees orRotate Right 90 Degrees from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may click on the Rotate check box in the Format Dialog Box then select Rotate P.184 ➔ Right or Rotate Left, and click the OK button. Laying out Objects Automatically Laying out Objects Automatically Click Auto Arrange Object in the tool bar.
Page 193 Aligning Objects iPF8400SE • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the verti- cal center. • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bot- tom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left. •...
Page 194: Changing The Object Overlapping Order
Changing the Object Overlapping Order iPF8400SE • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the Overlapping Order menu from the Object menu. •...
Page 195: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object
Pasting a Copied or Cut Object iPF8400SE • Bring Forward Moves the object one position to the front. • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar.
Page 196: Folded Duplex Window
Folded Duplex Window iPF8400SE Folded Duplex Window Folded Duplex Window This window is displayed if you select Folded Duplex from the Edit menu after selecting an object. Using the Fol- ded Duplex function allows you to print with fold lines added. The Folded Duplex window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and status bar.
Page 197: Finished Size Settings Dialog Box
Finished Size Settings Dialog Box iPF8400SE • Layout Area This allows you to check the arrangement and orientation of objects. • Status Bar This shows the paper source, roll paper width, and output size. Finished Size Settings Dialog Box Finished Size Settings Dialog Box This dialog box is displayed when you select Finished Size Settings from the Edit menu.
Page 198: Binding Settings Dialog Box
Binding Settings Dialog Box iPF8400SE Binding Settings Dialog Box Binding Settings Dialog Box This is displayed when you select Binding Settings from theEdit menu. This allows you to configure the binding edge settings. • Binding Edge Configures the binding edge when folding paper. The following settings are available for the binding edge.
Page 199 Prints using Folded Duplex iPF8400SE Select Folded Duplex from the Edit menu of Free Layout. Open the Folded Duplex window and arrange the selected objects in the layout area. Open the Finished Size Settings dialog box from the Edit menu. Select Fit Roll Paper Width orSpecify Folded Size in Finished Size.
Page 200: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy
The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy iPF8400SE Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ................200 Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy .................... 200 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box ..................201 Hot Folder ...................................
Page 201: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box iPF8400SE The Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dia- log box displays. If you click on the Add to Startup folder check box in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, • the icon of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility will appear on the task bar when starting Windows Note thereafter.
Page 202: Hot Folder
Hot Folder iPF8400SE • Hot Folder The hot folder list appears. • Add Button Click the button to open the Easy Setup Wizard dialog box so that you can add a hot folder. • Edit Button From the Hot Folder list, select a hot folder and click the button to open the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box that allows you to edit the hot folder.
Page 203 Creating a New Hot Folder iPF8400SE The Easy Setup Wizard dialog box displays. Click the Next button. Select the type of printer to use. Click the Next button. Select the media type to print. • If the Borderless Printing checkbox is checked, only media types that can be used for borderless print- ing are displayed in the list.
Page 204 Creating a New Hot Folder iPF8400SE Select roll paper or cut sheet to print. Also, select the media size to print. Click the Next button. Select the color matching method. Click the Next button. To receive a document scanned with the Color imageRUNNER, you need to share a folder. Enter the folder shared name in Shared Name.
Page 205: Specifying An Existing Shared Folder As A Hot Folder
Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder iPF8400SE Click Finish button to close the Easy Setup Wizard dialog box. The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy dialog box. Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder Share the folder you want to specify as a hot folder.
Page 206 Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder iPF8400SE The Easy Setup Wizard dialog box displays. Click the Manual Settings button. The Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box displays. Enter the hot folder name in Name. Click the Browse botton, with selecting Specify a folder, to set the existing shared folder.
Page 207: Setting The Print Parameters
Setting the Print Parameters iPF8400SE As necessary, set the print conditions in the hot fold- er. (See "Setting the Print Parameters.") P.207 ➔ Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Fold- er dialog box. The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy dialog box.
Page 208: Printing Enlargements Of Scanned Originals From A Color Imagerunner
Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER iPF8400SE Refer to "Printer Driver" for details on the printer driver. P.138 ➔ • The only three sheets displayed are the Main sheet, the Page Setup sheet, and the Layout sheet. Some of the printer driver settings may be disabled.
Page 209: Print Plug-In For Office
Print Plug-In for Officefeatures iPF8400SE Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Officefeatures ..........................209 Steps to install .................................. 209 Steps to uninstall ................................212 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed ....................212 To start from Microsoft Word ........................... 215 Print Matching Roll Width(Word) ..........................
Page 210 Steps to install iPF8400SE Insert "User Software CD-ROM" into the CD-ROM drive and start the installer. If the installer screen does not display, open the CD-ROM icon from My Computer, click iPFInst.exe, • and open the icon. Note Click the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In button. Click the Nextbutton.
Page 211 Steps to install iPF8400SE Click the Start button. Click the Yes button. The following message may be displayed in Windows 8 • or a later OS. If this happens, install the .NET Frame- Note work by following the procedure. Click the Exit button. The installation for Print Plug-In for Office is com- plete.
Page 212: Steps To Uninstall
Steps to uninstall iPF8400SE • When you install this software, the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn may be installed. If you want to use this software, do not uninstall the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn. Important • The Print Plug-In for Office toolbar/ribbon might not be displayed in Microsoft Office after installing image- PROGRAF Print Plug-In for Office.
Page 213 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed iPF8400SE Install Print Plug-In for Office. For information about instsalling, see "Steps to install." P.209 ➔ Enabling Print Plug-In for Office for items disabled in Office applications If a problem occurs, such as the system or an application terminating abnormally, the Microsoft Office application disables add-ins as a safety precaution.
Page 214 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed iPF8400SE Close all the dialog boxes and restart the Office application. For Microsoft Office 2007 • Click the Office button and then click the <applica- tion name> options button. From the list on the left side of the <application name> options dialog box, select Add-ins. Select Disabled Items in the Manage combo box and click the Go button.
Page 215: To Start From Microsoft Word
To start from Microsoft Word iPF8400SE Click About <application name> in the Help menu of application. Click the Disabled Items button in the About <appli- cation name> dialog box. If Addin imageprograf print plug-in (ipfaddinif.dll) is dis- played in the Disabled Items dialog box, select it and click the Enable button.
Page 216 To start from Microsoft Word iPF8400SE Check that the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ ribbon is displayed. Click the buttons on the toolbar/ribbon according to the items you want to set. Icon Contents Displays the About, Help, and Special Settings dialog boxes. You can change the settings using the Special Settings dialog box.
Page 217: Print Matching Roll Width(Word)
Print Matching Roll Width(Word) iPF8400SE Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Large-Format Printing Wizard is open, close the Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change Important displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
Page 218 Print Matching Roll Width(Word) iPF8400SE Click Print Matching Roll Width. Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select image size. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages.
Page 219: Borderless Printing(Word)
Borderless Printing(Word) iPF8400SE Press Print to start printing. Borderless Printing(Word) Borderless Printing(Word) Prints up to the border of the media. Photos and posters can be printed without worrying about margins. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
Page 220 Borderless Printing(Word) iPF8400SE Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. •...
Page 221: Multi-Page Printing(Word)
Multi-Page Printing(Word) iPF8400SE Multi-Page Printing(Word) Multi-Page Printing(Word) Prints multiple pages as one page. You can print handouts into a single page, or print matter with many pages. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
Page 222: Register The Settings (Word)
Register the settings (Word) iPF8400SE Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
Page 223: Print Using Registered Settings(Word)
Print Using Registered Settings(Word) iPF8400SE Click the One-Touch Registration button. Enter name in Name. Up to 31 characters can be entered. Click . The name you entered is displayed in Registered Settings. Click OK, and return to the Print screen. Click Print to print, and click Cancel to cancel the print.
Page 224 Print Using Registered Settings(Word) iPF8400SE Click Print Using Registered Settings. Click the Nextbutton. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, or Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. When Saturation is selected, you can print posters, etc., vividly.
Page 225: Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word)
Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) iPF8400SE Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) Print to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, or print the Landscape or Portrait Orien- tation Page Sizes made in the Large-Format Printing Wizard. Create Page Size in Portrait or Landscape Orientation.
Page 226: To Start From Microsoft Powerpoint
To start from Microsoft PowerPoint iPF8400SE Adjust Length from the list-box or slide-bar. Click the Create Page button. ClickOK if the message is displayed. Edit and create the document. • Printing is done in Print Matching Roll Width of the Printing Wizard. For details on Print Matching Roll Width, see "Print Matching Roll Width(Word)."...
Page 227 To start from Microsoft PowerPoint iPF8400SE Icon Contents PrintButton The print Wizard is displayed. The settings Print Matching Roll Width, Borderless Printing, Multi-Page Printing, and Print Using Registered Settings can be set. Large-Format Wizard is displayed. Settings for Portrait or Landscape Orientation can be set. Paper Settings Button Printing Wizard dialog box •...
Page 228: Print Matching Roll Width(Powerpoint)
Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) iPF8400SE • If you open a password protected document as read-only, the Large-Format Printing Wizard cannot be run. Remove the password protection. Note Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) Prints to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, and also print Portrait and Landscape orientations made in Large-Format Printing Wizard.
Page 229: Borderless Printing(Powerpoint)
Borderless Printing(PowerPoint) iPF8400SE Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. Note •...
Page 230 Borderless Printing(PowerPoint) iPF8400SE Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close • the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the tool- Important bar/ribbon.
Page 231 Borderless Printing(PowerPoint) iPF8400SE Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. •...
Page 232: Multi-Page Printing(Powerpoint)
Multi-Page Printing(PowerPoint) iPF8400SE Multi-Page Printing(PowerPoint) Multi-Page Printing(PowerPoint) Prints multiple pages as one page. You can print handouts into a single page, or print matter with many pages. Start Microsoft PowerPoint. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
Page 233: Register The Settings (Powerpoint)
Register the settings (PowerPoint) iPF8400SE Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
Page 234: Print Using Registered Settings(Powerpoint)
Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) iPF8400SE Click the One-Touch Registration button. Enter name in Name. Up to 31 characters can be entered. Click . The name you entered is displayed in Registered Settings. Click OK, and return to the Print screen. Click Print to print, and click Cancel to cancel the print.
Page 235 Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) iPF8400SE Click Print Using Registered Settings. Click the Nextbutton. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. When Saturation is selected, you can print posters, etc., vividly.
Page 236: Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Powerpoint)
Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(PowerPoint) iPF8400SE Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(PowerPoint) Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(PowerPoint) Print to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, or print the Landscape or Portrait Orien- tation Page Sizes made in the Large-Format Printing Wizard. Create Page Size in Portrait or Landscape Orientation.
Page 237: To Start From Microsoft Excel
To start from Microsoft Excel iPF8400SE Click the Create Page button. ClickOK if the message is displayed. Edit and create the document. • The layout may collapse if you create a form using existing data. If that is the case, modify the data again.
Page 238: Print Entire Sheet(Excel)
Print Entire Sheet(Excel) iPF8400SE Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the tool- Important bar/ribbon.
Page 239 Print Entire Sheet(Excel) iPF8400SE Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. • When more than one worksheet is selected, the Printing Wizard cannot be run. Select only one work- sheet and click Print again. Important If a print area is set, a confirmation message dialog box will appear.
Page 240 Print Entire Sheet(Excel) iPF8400SE The Layout menu will appear automatically. If data analysis requires time, a message dialog will appear. If you select No, you will return to the appli- • cation. Note Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select image size.
Page 241: Print Selected Area(Excel)
Print Selected Area(Excel) iPF8400SE If the upper and lower margins are too wide, check No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper). The upper and lower margins can be checked in Print Preview. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. When Saturation is selected, you can print posters, etc., vividly.
Page 242 Print Selected Area(Excel) iPF8400SE Click Print Selected Area. • If only one cell is selected, Print Selected Area cannot be selected. Important A message will appear informing you that analysis is in progress. The Layout menu will appear automatically. • If the range selected in Excel 2007 or later is too large, it will not be possible to analyze the data.
Page 243: Configuring Binding (Excel)
Configuring Binding (Excel) iPF8400SE Select Next. Select Media Type. Enter Copies. If the upper and lower margins are too wide, check No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper). The upper and lower margins can be checked in Print Preview. •...
Page 244: Configuring Special Settings
Configuring Special Settings iPF8400SE Open the Binding Settings dialog box. If the Binding checkbox is not checked, select it to turn binding on. Select Binding Edge. Select Binding Margin. Click the OK button. Return to the Layout screen. Check that the Binding settings are applied in the preview screen.
Page 245 Configuring Special Settings iPF8400SE Item Details Ensure image quality when creating page When this setting is on, documents are created at the maximum size. This sizes reduces the enlargement ratio during actual printing, which minimizes deg- radation of the quality of photos, etc. This function is only valid in Microsoft PowerPoint.
Page 246 iPF8400SE User's Guide...
Page 247: Mac Os Software
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Printer Driver ..................248 Preview ....................266 Free Layout ..................287 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ......... 310 Printmonitor ................. 504 ➔ Media Configuration Tool ............397 ➔...
Page 248: Printer Driver
Printer Driver Settings iPF8400SE Printer Driver Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ..............................248 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ........................249 Confirming Print Settings ............................251 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................251 Using Favorites ................................252 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................
Page 249: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver
Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver iPF8400SE Page Setup Pane • P.264 ➔ You can specify the page size of the original, borderless printing, enlargement or reduction, the orientation, the paper size and source, and automatic cutting. With the imagePROGRAF Free Layout feature, you can arrange originals from various source applications on a single page before printing.
Page 250 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver iPF8400SE Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Access the Page Setup pane. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Cut Sheet in Paper Source, make sure the size as selected in Page Setup is dis- played in Page Size.
Page 251: Confirming Print Settings
Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview function. Choose Print in the application menu. User's Guide...
Page 252: Using Favorites
Click Print. The Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window is displayed. Check the layout and adjust settings in the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window as desired. Print from the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview menu. • For details on imagePROGRAF Preview functions, see "Preview." P.266 ➔...
Page 253: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications iPF8400SE Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. •...
Page 254 Main Pane iPF8400SE Common Items • Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Dis- playing the Paper Reference Guide.") P.330 ➔ • Displays Paper Detailed Settings. You can configure the printing settings to match the type of media, such as the ink drying time.
Page 255 Main Pane iPF8400SE Configuration using Easy Settings • Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Printing Photos and Images • P.31 ➔ • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. • View set. Click to display the View set.
Page 256 Main Pane iPF8400SE • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing • P.43 ➔ • Input Bit Depth Choose the levels of gradation in print data, either 8-bit or 16-bit. Optimal results when printing data with rich gradation are possible by choosing 16-bit.
Page 257: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box
Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF8400SE Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • To display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Set by Media Type. (See "Main Pane .") P.253 ➔...
Page 258 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF8400SE Roll Paper Margin for Safety You can specify the length of a margin on the leading edge of paper to ensure that paper susceptible to curling is held firmly against the Platen. • Near End Margin Specify the length of the Near End Margin (the leading edge margin) of the roll, as needed.
Page 259: View Set. Dialog Box For The Printing Application
View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application iPF8400SE View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application In the View set. dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. •...
Page 260 Matching pane iPF8400SE Driver Matching Mode The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. • Matching Mode Select the color matching mode to use, as desired. Normally, select Driver Matching Mode. For color matching based on ICC profiles, select ICC Matching Mode depending on your color matching system.
Page 261: Color Settings Pane: Color
Specify the printer profile as desired. We recommend that you select an ICC profile created using commercially available profile creation software in order to perform color management accurately on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper. The created ICC profile needs to be saved in the following folder on the computer you are using.
Page 262: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color
Object Adjustment dialog box: Color iPF8400SE • Gray Tone Adjust the color tone of grays as desired. Choose Cool (tinged with blue) or Warm (tinged with red). • Brightness Adjust the overall image brightness as desired. You can adjust the brightness if the printed document is lighter or darker than the original image (that is, the original photo that was scanned or the original graphic as it ap- pears on the computer screen).
Page 263: Color Settings Pane: Monochrome
Color Settings Pane: Monochrome iPF8400SE Color Settings Pane: Monochrome Color Settings Pane: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. • To display the Color Adjustment pane, on the Main pane, click Color Settings in Advanced Settings. (See "Main Pane .") P.253 ➔...
Page 264: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome
Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome iPF8400SE Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color adjustment to. •...
Page 265 Page Setup Pane iPF8400SE • Enlarged/Reduced Printing Select this checkbox to choose the following options. Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width • P.52 ➔ Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value • P.56 ➔ • Fit Roll Paper Width Resizes the document image to match the roll width.
Page 266: Preview
The Features of Preview iPF8400SE Preview Preview The Features of Preview ............................... 266 Starting Preview ................................266 Preview Main Window ..............................268 Paper Settings Panel ..............................270 Easy Settings ................................271 Advanced Settings ..............................272 Output Settings Panel ..............................273 Color Settings Panel ...............................
Page 267 Starting Preview iPF8400SE Click the Print button in the Print dialog box. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note Preview main window is displayed. User's Guide...
Page 268: Preview Main Window
Preview Main Window iPF8400SE Preview Main Window Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, and preview, dialog , drawer and status area. You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool bar. •...
Page 269 Preview Main Window iPF8400SE • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. • Drawer Area This allows you to display the thumbnails of a document. This area appears when you click Drawer from the tool bar. Alternatively, you may select Drawer from the View menu.
Page 270: Paper Settings Panel
Paper Settings Panel iPF8400SE Paper Settings Panel Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 271: Easy Settings
Easy Settings iPF8400SE • The maximum value is 999. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Restore Defaults Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Preview. • Print Button Click the button to begin printing.
Page 272: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings iPF8400SE • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type. Note • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed. The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations. Setting Details Print Quality...
Page 273: Output Settings Panel
Output Settings Panel iPF8400SE • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed. The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations. Setting Details Print Quality Highest quality / High / Standard / Fast Resolution...
Page 274 Output Settings Panel iPF8400SE Setting Details Scaling *Although Scaling can be set to make the image larger than the media size, the part that does not fit in the media cannot be printed. *This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in Borderless Printing. •...
Page 275: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel iPF8400SE Color Settings Panel Color Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Color Settings in the dialog area. • Color Mode You can select a color mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Color Enables color printing. Monochrome Disables color printing and converts image from continuous color to grayscaled mono- chrome.
Page 276: Color Adjustment
Color Adjustment iPF8400SE Color Adjustment Color Adjustment You can set the color adjustment. Adjusting Color Normally colors should be adjusted in the software application, but if you see colors in the printout that do not match colors on the screen, you can perform color adjustments. Select Color on Color Mode in the Color Settings panel.
Page 277: Matching
Matching iPF8400SE Adjusting Monochrome Use the monochrome setting to print monochrome images of color photographs captured with a scanner or digital camera or other color images. Select Monochrome on Color Mode in the Color Settings panel. Select Color Adjustment. Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Brightness...
Page 278: Matching Method
Matching iPF8400SE • Matching Mode You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Enables printing of optimal color tones using a driver specific color profile. You should nor- Driver Matching Mode P.279 ➔ mally select this mode. Enables color matching using ICC profiles.
Page 279: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode iPF8400SE • Printer Profile Select the printer profile. • You can select only after ICC Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note • Soft Proof When you place a checkmark here, ColorSync applies to the preview area. •...
Page 280: Icc Matching Mode
ICC Matching Mode iPF8400SE ICC Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a feature.
Page 281: Colorsync
ColorSync iPF8400SE ColorSync ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. To apply ColorSync to previews, check the Soft Proof check box. Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu. You can set the preferences for Preview.
Page 282: Go To Page Dialog Box
Go to Page Dialog Box iPF8400SE • You can input between 10 and 400. • You can change the numbers by clicking ▼ button. Note Go to Page Dialog Box Go to Page Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Go to Page from the View menu. •...
Page 283: Print On The Center
Print on the Center iPF8400SE Print on the Center Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. • This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in Borderless Printing. Note On the Output Settings Panel , click the Print P.273...
Page 284: Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees
Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees iPF8400SE Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees You can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper. On the Paper Settings Panel , select Roll Paper in Paper Source. P.270 ➔...
Page 285: Display With Actual Size
Display with Actual Size iPF8400SE All is displayed. Display with Actual Size Display with Actual Size In the preview area, you can display the actual size. Select Actual Size from the tool bar. Actual size is displayed. Moving a Page Moving a Page You can move a page to display in the preview area.
Page 286 Moving a Page iPF8400SE The target page appears. • You can also move a page by clicking the page on the thumbnails. Note User's Guide...
Page 287: Free Layout
The Features of Free Layout iPF8400SE Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ............................287 Starting Free Layout ..............................287 Free Layout Main Window ............................288 Paper Settings Panel ..............................290 Easy Settings ................................292 Advanced Settings ..............................293 Color Settings Panel ...............................
Page 288: Free Layout Main Window
Free Layout Main Window iPF8400SE Click the Print button in the Print dialog box. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note Free Layout main window is displayed. Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and dialog areas.
Page 289 Free Layout Main Window iPF8400SE • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool. Note • Menu Bar This allows you to select menus required for operations. • Tool Bar This allows you to select tool buttons required for major operations. •...
Page 290: Paper Settings Panel
Paper Settings Panel iPF8400SE • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. Paper Settings Panel Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type.
Page 291 Paper Settings Panel iPF8400SE • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results. Note • Easy Settings / Advanced Settings Two modes are available to provide the optimum print settings for jobs.
Page 292: Easy Settings
Easy Settings iPF8400SE Easy Settings Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that match- es the content of the document. • Print Target You can easily select the best settings for the print job simply. If you select each Print Target item the corresponding comment for that item is displayed below the list.
Page 293: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings iPF8400SE • The availability of settings is determined by the media type and print priority selections. Printing time is longer and more ink is consumed with High than with Fast, however, print quality is higher. Note • • Printing time is shorter and less ink is consumed with Fast than with High, however, print quality is lower.
Page 294: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel iPF8400SE • The availability of settings is determined by the media type and print priority selections. Printing time is longer and more ink is consumed with High than with Fast, however, print quality is higher. Note • •...
Page 295: Color Adjustment
Color Adjustment iPF8400SE • Restore Defaults Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Free Layout. • Print Button Click the button to begin printing. • Update Printer Info. Button Click the button to acquire printer information. Color Adjustment Color Adjustment You can set the color adjustment.
Page 296: Matching
Matching iPF8400SE • You can also click the up or down arrow, or enter the number directly to increase or decrease the value. Note Adjusting Monochrome Use the monochrome setting to print monochrome images of color photographs captured with a scanner or digital camera or other color images.
Page 297 Matching iPF8400SE • Matching Mode You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Enables printing of optimal color tones using a driver specific color profile. You should nor- Driver Matching Mode P.298 ➔ mally select this mode. Enables color matching using ICC profiles.
Page 298: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode iPF8400SE • Printer Profile Select the printer profile. • You can select only after ICC Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note • Soft Proof When you place a checkmark here, ColorSync applies to the layout area. •...
Page 299: Icc Matching Mode
ICC Matching Mode iPF8400SE ICC Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a feature.
Page 300: Colorsync
ColorSync iPF8400SE ColorSync ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. Place a checkmark on Soft Proof to simulate the output product in Layout Area. Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu. You can set the preferences for Free Layout.
Page 301: Page Setup Dialog Box
Page Setup Dialog Box iPF8400SE • Divisions You can change the number of divisions of grid lines so that they serve as a guide to laying out objects. • You can input between 1 and 10. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note •...
Page 302: Zoom Dialog Box
Zoom Dialog Box iPF8400SE When you place a checkmark on Auto Settings, the one-page length to be printed on roll paper is automati- cally set so that the laid-out objects are printed on one page. • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. •...
Page 303: Format Dialog Box
Format Dialog Box iPF8400SE Format Dialog Box Format Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Format from the Object menu after you select an object. You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format. Note •...
Page 304: Laying Out A Document Created With Multiple Application Programs On One Page
Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF8400SE Leaving Free Layout running, open other files with the application software and repeat the above steps. Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page You can lay out and print a document created with multiple application programs on one page.
Page 305: Moving An Object
Moving an Object iPF8400SE Resizing by means of mouse operation Select an object. Place the pointer at a corner of the selection box around the object to show the arrow handle, and drag this handle to change the object size. Resizing by specifying a scaling value Select an object.
Page 306: Laying Out Objects Automatically
Laying out Objects Automatically iPF8400SE Select Rotate Left or Rotate Right from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may click on the Rotate check box in the Format Dialog Box then select Rotate P.303 ➔ Right or Rotate Left, and click the OK button. •...
Page 307 Aligning Objects iPF8400SE • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the verti- cal center. • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bot- tom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left. •...
Page 308: Changing The Object Overlapping Order
Changing the Object Overlapping Order iPF8400SE • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the overlapping order menu from the Object menu. •...
Page 309: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object
Pasting a Copied or Cut Object iPF8400SE • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may select Copy or Cut from the Edit menu. Click Paste from the toolbar.
Page 310: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy
Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy You can start the utility by clicking on the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy.app icon in Applications > Canon Utilities > iR Enlargement Copy. • If you are using OS X v10.7 and later, start it from Launchpad.
Page 311: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box iPF8400SE Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box The explanation below is on the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color imageRUNNER •...
Page 312: Creating A New Hot Folder
Creating a New Hot Folder iPF8400SE Creating a New Hot Folder Creating a New Hot Folder Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color image- •...
Page 313: Editing A Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions)
Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) iPF8400SE Click the OK button. The created Hot Folder is listed in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy di- alog box. Click the Close button to close the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. From the Apple Menu, open the Sharing dialog box for System Preferences.
Page 314 Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) iPF8400SE Make the necessary settings in the Paper Settings Panel P.316 ➔ Make the necessary settings in the Output Settings Panel P.319 ➔ User's Guide...
Page 315: Deleting A Hot Folder
Deleting a Hot Folder iPF8400SE Make the necessary settings in the Color Settings Panel P.321 ➔ Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box. From the Apple Menu, open the Sharing dialog box for System Preferences. For OS X v10.6: Check the File Sharing checkbox and click the Options button.
Page 316: Setting The Print Parameters
Setting the Print Parameters iPF8400SE Select Delete the entire folder, as well as items in the list above, and then click the Delete button. Read the messag,e and then click the OK button. • Select Delete files in the folder to delete only files in the hot folder. Note Setting the Print Parameters Setting the Print Parameters...
Page 317: Easy Settings
Easy Settings iPF8400SE The following settings are available for paper source. Setting Details Cut Sheet Select to print on the cut sheet. Roll Paper Select to print on roll paper. • Roll Paper Width This selects the width of the roll media set to the printer. •...
Page 318: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings iPF8400SE If you select each Print Target item the corresponding comment for that item is displayed below the list. Setting Details Default Settings Suitable for printing normal documents that contain a mixture of text, photographs, and graphics. Photo (Color) Suitable for printing photographic images captured with a digital camera.
Page 319: Output Settings Panel
Output Settings Panel iPF8400SE • Print Priority Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details Image This mode achieves the best results for printing photographic images and illustrations. Line Drawing This mode is best for printing CAD drawings with fine lines or wall newssheet or other documents that contain large amounts of text.
Page 320 Output Settings Panel iPF8400SE Setting Details Fit Roll Paper Width *Make sure that the width of the roll paper in the printer is set correctly for Roll Paper Width in the Paper Settings panel. *Displayed only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. Scaling Enlarges/reduces the whole page by the scaling rate as specified.
Page 321: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel iPF8400SE • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. Note Color Settings Panel Color Settings Panel • Color Mode You can select a color mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Color Enables color printing. Monochrome Disables color printing and converts image from continuous color to grayscaled mono- chrome.
Page 322: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode iPF8400SE Driver Matching Mode Driver Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select Driver Matching Mode. Click Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Auto Automatically selects the best color matching method for each Image, Graphics, Text. Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively.
Page 323: Printing Enlargements Of Scanned Originals From A Color Imagerunner
Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER iPF8400SE Click Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a feature. This is also an easy-to-use mode when performing color adjustment using ap- plication software.
Page 324 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER iPF8400SE Press Start on the control panel. If you scan originals on the platen glass, after scanning all originals, press Done on the touch-panel display. Scanned originals are sent to the hot folder and automatically enlarged and printed following the conditions you specified for the folder.
Page 325: Handling And Use Of Paper
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Paper ....................326 Handling rolls ..................337 Handling sheets ................. 360 Output Stacker ................... 367 Media Configuration Tool (Windows) ..........370 Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS) ..........
Page 326: Paper
Types of Paper iPF8400SE Paper Paper Types of Paper ................................. 326 Paper Sizes ..................................326 Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper ............328 Printing on Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper Using Existing Settings ....329 Printing on Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper by Adding a Media Type ....
Page 327 Paper Sizes iPF8400SE Roll Width Roll Paper Width Setting in Printer Driver Borderless Printing ( *1 ) 1117.6 mm (44.00 in) 44-in. Roll (1117.6mm) 1066.8 mm (42.00 in) 42-in. Roll (1066.8mm) 1030.0 mm (40.55 in) JIS B0/B1 Roll (1030.0mm) 914.4 mm (36.00 in) 36-in.
Page 328: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper When using this printer to print on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper, use paper that meets the following conditions.
Page 329: Printing On Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper Using Existing Settings
Canon paper. If these settings are selected for printing on paper other than genuine Canon paper, the ink Important may bleed or the printhead may rub against the paper. In order to easily print on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper, we recommend that you select one of the following general-purpose paper set- tings or special settings.
Page 330: Printing On Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper By Adding A Media Type
The Add Custom Paper function in the Media Configuration Tool is provided as a method for improving print quali- ty and feed properties over printing paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper using the general-purpose settings. This can be expected to improve properties such as print quality because it allows you to configure settings such as the maximum amount of ink to use and the height of the printhead depending on the characteristics of the paper you are using.
Page 331 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide iPF8400SE Select the Support sheet and click the User Man- ual button. Click Paper Reference Guide. • Mac OS The basic instructions for displaying the Paper Reference Guide from the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor are as follows. Click the System Preferences icon in the Dock.
Page 332 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide iPF8400SE Select the printer from the list of printers and click Op- tions & Supplies. Click Utility. Click Open Printer Utility. Click Support. User's Guide...
Page 333: Updating Paper Information
The latest Media Information File can be downloaded by accessing the imagePROGRAF website from the links in the software installed on your computer. Contact your Canon dealer if you are unable to download it. For details on Media Information File (Media Information File), refer as follows.
Page 334 Updating paper information iPF8400SE Select the Support sheet and click the Support In- formation button. The default browser on your computer is started and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. • Mac OS The basic instructions for accessing the dedicated website from the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor are as fol- lows.
Page 335 Updating paper information iPF8400SE Click Utility. Click Open Printer Utility. Click Support. User's Guide...
Page 336 Updating paper information iPF8400SE Click the Support Information button. The default browser on your computer is started and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. User's Guide...
Page 337: Handling Rolls
Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder iPF8400SE Handling rolls Handling rolls Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder ..........................337 Loading Rolls in the Printer ............................339 Changing the Type of Paper ............................343 Specifying the Paper Length ............................345 Removing the Roll from the Printer ......................... 345 Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls ........................
Page 338 Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder iPF8400SE • For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see Paper Sizes or the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Paper Sizes.") (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") P.326 P.330 ➔ ➔ Note • To view instructions as you attach the Roll Holder, press the Navigate button.
Page 339: Loading Rolls In The Printer
Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF8400SE With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insert the Roll Holder from the right of the roll. Insert it firmly until the roll touches the flange (a) of the Roll Hold- er, leaving no gap.
Page 340 Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF8400SE Press ▲ or ▼ to select "Load Roll Paper", and then press the OK button. • If any paper has been advanced that will not be used, a message is shown requesting you to remove it. Press ▲...
Page 341 Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF8400SE Pull out the roll evenly on both ends and insert it in the Paper Feed Slot (a). Advance the roll until it touches the Paper Retainer (b). Once the roll reaches the Paper Retainer, it is auto- matically advanced over the Platen.
Page 342 Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF8400SE Holding the edge of the roll paper, lift the Release Lever. Hold the edge of the roll paper as you gently pull it evenly with both hands to the position of the Ejection Guide (a). Align the right side of the roll paper with the Paper Alignment Line (b), keeping this side paral- lel to the line, and then lower the Release Lever.
Page 343: Changing The Type Of Paper
Changing the Type of Paper iPF8400SE Close the Top Cover. Once paper feeding starts, you will need to do the following, based on the ManageRemainRoll setting and the barcode printed on rolls. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.") P.349 ➔...
Page 344 Changing the Type of Paper iPF8400SE Changing the Type of Paper • When you load a roll, a menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen. Select the type of paper, and then press the OK button. Note If no barcode has been printed on the roll and you have set ManageRemainRoll to On, specify the roll length after the type of paper.
Page 345: Specifying The Paper Length
Specifying the Paper Length iPF8400SE • The specified media type setting is updated in the following situations. Note • When using sheets, if you send a print job before loading a sheet, the media type setting is updated to match the type of paper specified by the print job.
Page 346 Removing the Roll from the Printer iPF8400SE • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Paper, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
Page 347: Removing The Roll Holder From Rolls
Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls iPF8400SE Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), remove the holder from the Roll Holder Slot. • For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls." P.347 ➔ Note Lower the Ejection Guide and close the Top Cover.
Page 348 Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls iPF8400SE Remove the Roll Holder from the roll. When removing attachments, push the tips (a) in as you remove the attachment. 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #1 ( Roll Holder side) • 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #2 ( Holder Stopper side) •...
Page 349: Feeding Roll Paper Manually
Feeding Roll Paper Manually iPF8400SE Feeding Roll Paper Manually Feeding Roll Paper Manually After a roll has been advanced, you can press the Feed button to feed or retract the roll with the ▲ and ▼ buttons. Press the Feed button. Press the ▲...
Page 350: Specifying The Ink Drying Time For Rolls
Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls iPF8400SE Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere, ink may be transferred onto the paper surface during ejection, soiling it.
Page 351: Specifying The Cutting Method For Rolls
Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400SE Select the Main pane and click Settings in dia Type. In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in tween Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK. (See "Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS).") P.257...
Page 352 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400SE Cutting Method Printer Setting Driver Setting Eject (when To cut the roll with the Cutter Unit, press the Cut Media Eject Auto Cut the paper button. Menu > (See "Cut- surface is Paper De- ting Roll tails >...
Page 353 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400SE On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Paper tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 354 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400SE On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Paper tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 355 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400SE Manual (for paper of which the leading edge rubs the printhead) Once the following step has been performed, the procedure can be started from step 10 the next time. • Note • Printing the second and subsequent times •...
Page 356 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF8400SE Press ▲ or ▼ to align the paper leading edge with the (a) position. Print the job. The printer stops advancing the paper after printing. • The printer can continue to receive print jobs from computers. If a print job is received and printed here, it can be printed without the margin of about 10 cm being created at the paper leading edge.
Page 357: Cutting The Leading Edge Of Roll Paper Automatically
Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically iPF8400SE Paper cutting (to have the roll cut at your specified position) Press the Feed button. Press the ▼ button to advance the roll to the position for cutting. Press the Cut button. Press ▲...
Page 358 Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically iPF8400SE • On (Preset Len) The amount to cut from the leading edge of the paper varies depending on the media type, and is cut to a prescribed length. For more information on the prescribed length, see the leading edge precut length in the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 359: Reducing Dust From Cutting Rolls
Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls iPF8400SE Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls For media such as Backlit Film that are more likely to generate debris when cut, select CutDustReduct. > On in the Paper Menu of the Control Panel. This option reduces debris from cutting by printing black lines at the leading and trailing edges of documents.
Page 360: Handling Sheets
Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF8400SE Handling sheets Handling sheets Loading Sheets in the Printer ............................ 360 Changing the Type of Paper ............................343 Printing From a Desired Starting Point ........................363 Removing Sheets ................................365 Clearing a Jammed Sheet ............................. 584 ➔...
Page 361 Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF8400SE • If any paper has been advanced that will not be used, a message is shown requesting you to remove it. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and go to the next step. Note Lift the Release Lever and open the Top Cover.
Page 362 Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF8400SE When inserted, sheets are automatically held by suction against the Platen. • Load a sheet so that it is parallel to the Paper Alignment Line at right (c). Loading paper askew will cause an error. (See "Paper loaded askew..") P.617 ➔...
Page 363: Printing From A Desired Starting Point
Printing From a Desired Starting Point iPF8400SE • If a print job was received Pressing the OK button will advance the paper, and then printing will begin. • If no print job was received A menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen. Press ▲...
Page 364 Printing From a Desired Starting Point iPF8400SE Open the Top Cover and check the position where paper is loaded. To start printing from the current position, close the Top Cover. To reposition the paper, lift the Release Lever. Keeping the right edge of the paper aligned with the extended line of the paper alignment line (a) on the right side of the printer and the position from which to start printing aligned with the groove (b) at the far end of the platen, load the paper.
Page 365: Removing Sheets
Removing Sheets iPF8400SE Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. Removing Sheets Removing Sheets Remove sheets from the printer as follows. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Paper tab ( •...
Page 366 Removing Sheets iPF8400SE Open the Top Cover, lift the Release Lever, and re- move the sheet. Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. User's Guide...
Page 367: Output Stacker
Using the Output Stacker iPF8400SE Output Stacker Output Stacker Output Stacker ................................. 469 Using the Output Stacker ............................367 Storing the Output Stacker ............................369 Using the Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker The Output Stacker can be held at three positions, as shown. •...
Page 368 Using the Output Stacker iPF8400SE • When storing printed documents on the Output Stacker, always use it in position (1). If you do not, printed docu- ments may not be dropped into the Output Stacker, and the printed surface may become soiled. Important •...
Page 369: Storing The Output Stacker
Storing the Output Stacker iPF8400SE Storing the Output Stacker Storing the Output Stacker The Output Stacker can be stored when performing large-format printing such as banners or if you will not use the Output Stacker for an extended period. When the Output Stacker is in the position used when stor- ing 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 until it stops.
Page 370: Media Configuration Tool (Windows)
In imagePROGRAF, the best printer settings for each paper are collected together in media information files in or- der to give the highest quality printing results. Settings for Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are provided by Canon in these media information files.
Page 371: Installation Procedures
Therefore, the following procedure does not normally need to be Important performed. To install the Media Configuration Tool without using the User Software CD-ROM, such as when you have downloaded a new version of the Media Configuration Tool from the Canon website, use the following pro- cedure. •...
Page 372: Starting Method
Starting Method iPF8400SE The Change Installation Location screen appears. Select the destination folder then click the Next button. The Installation Complete screen appears. Click the Finish button. This completes the installation of Media Configuration Tool. Starting Method Starting Method Follow the procedure below to start Media Configuration Tool. From the start menu go to All Programs >...
Page 373: Media Configuration Tool Main Window
When this button is clicked, the Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed, which allows you to add media information files released by Canon to the printer control panel and printer driver. You can also change names, toggle between displaying and hiding, and delete added media types.
Page 374 For details on the procedure for adding media types, see "Adding Media Types." P.375 ➔ • To add media types, download the media information file (.amf file) in advance from the Canon website. Important • Rename Button To change the name on the printer control panel and the name in the printer driver for genuine paper and feed confirmed paper, select the paper to change and click this button.
Page 375: Adding Media Types
Note Adding Media Types Adding Media Types Media information files (.amf files) released by Canon are registered in the printer control panel and printer driver. • Do not perform printing on the target printer while adding the media types. •...
Page 376 Adding Media Types iPF8400SE Open the folder that contains the media information files (.amf files). The names of the media information files contained in the selected folder are displayed in Media Informa- tion File in the Add Media Type dialog box. Select the check box for the paper you want to add and click the OK button.
Page 377: Changing Media Names
Changing Media Names iPF8400SE The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated.
Page 378 Changing Media Names iPF8400SE In the Media Type list, select the name to change. Click the Rename button. The Rename Media dialog box is displayed. Edit the names in Name in Printer Driver and Name on Control Panel and click the OK button. •...
Page 379: Deleting Media Types You Have Added
Deleting Media Types You Have Added iPF8400SE • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated. When you would like to remain the data that is set to the printer, click the Cancel Important button.
Page 380: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide
Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF8400SE In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated.
Page 381 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF8400SE In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to switch off or on for display. Click the Show/Hide button. The selected paper is alternately shown or hidden. • You can select multiple paper. Note •...
Page 382: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types
Changing the Display Order of Media Types iPF8400SE Click the OK button. Changing the Display Order of Media Types Changing the Display Order of Media Types Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 383: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
Using Paper Other than Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper To add paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper to the printer control panel and printer driver, and export and import the media information file for that paper, click the Add and Edit Custom Paper but- ton in the Media Configuration Tool main window.
Page 384 Using Paper Other than Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper iPF8400SE • Added Custom Paper Added custom paper is displayed here. Name in Printer Driver • Added custom paper is displayed in the printer driver using this name. Name on Printer Control Panel •...
Page 385: Compatible Paper
Changing the display order of media types displayed in the printer control panel and printer driver is performed from the Edit Media Types dialog box regardless of whether it is Canon genuine paper or custom paper. Refer to "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper"...
Page 386 Select the category that you think is the closest to the custom paper you are adding. Important The media type names of the Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper within the selected category are shown in Media Type Name. Select the media type to use as the basis of the custom paper, and click the Next button.
Page 387 Add Custom Paper iPF8400SE • Depending on the selected standard paper, you might not be able to input the Name in Printer Driver and add the created custom paper to the printer driver. To use the custom paper in the printer driver, Note create it by changing the standard paper to another paper.
Page 388 Add Custom Paper iPF8400SE Configure the following settings as necessary, and then click the Next button. Setting Details Automatic Cutting Settings Configures the method for cutting roll paper when it is ejected after printing. • Automatic Cut:Roll paper is automatically cut by the cutter unit. •...
Page 389 Add Custom Paper iPF8400SE The Step 5: Configure the amount of ink used dia- log box is displayed. The upper limit on the amount of ink used to print to the custom paper is set on this screen by selecting from among several levels.
Page 390 Add Custom Paper iPF8400SE • Select the optimal ink level by referring to the help. • If you cannot obtain sufficiently high quality printing no matter which maximum ink usage level you select, Note use the Step 1: Select the standard paper dialog box to change the paper that is the basis of the cus- tom paper to another paper.
Page 391: Delete Custom Paper
Delete Custom Paper iPF8400SE The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Confirm the updates and then click the Execute but- ton. The custom paper is added to the control panel of the printer and to the printer driver of the PC you are us- ing.
Page 392: Edit Custom Paper
Edit Custom Paper iPF8400SE Edit Custom Paper Edit Custom Paper You can change the settings of custom paper you have already added. Open the Add and Edit Custom Paper dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Add and Edit Custom Paper dialog box, see "Using Paper Other than Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 393: Import Custom Media Information
Import Custom Media Information iPF8400SE Select the paper you want to export to media infor- mation file from the Added Custom Paper list and then click the Export button. • You can select multiple paper. Note Specify the location to save the Custom Media Infor- mation File.
Page 394: Warnings
➔ Warnings Warnings Take note of the following warnings when added custom paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed con- firmed paper to the printer driver and the printer itself. About the Cutter Depending on the paper, there are types that cannot be cut by the cutter unit, and types that speed deteriora- •...
Page 395: Checking The Update
Checking the update iPF8400SE For thin paper of thickness 0.1mm or less: Set to Weakest • • If the printhead still rubs even after changing the Vacuum Strength, set the Head Height to be higher in the Step 5: Configure the amount of ink used dialog box. Note •...
Page 396 Checking the update iPF8400SE Check the value xx.xx (xxxx) of MIT DB Version. Check the value xx.xx (xxxx) of MIT in Settings/Adjustment Menu > Printer Info > System Info in the printer control panel. If the values in Steps 2 and 3 are the same, the update has been applied to the printer. User's Guide...
Page 397: Media Configuration Tool (Mac Os)
In imagePROGRAF, the best printer settings for each paper are collected together in media information files in or- der to give the highest quality printing results. Settings for Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are provided by Canon in these media information files.
Page 398: Procedures For Installing
Important performed. To install the Media Configuration Tool without using the User Software CD-ROM, such as when you have downloaded a new version of the Media Configuration Tool from the Canon website, use the following pro- cedure. Double-click Canon iPFxxxx Series Media Configura- tion Tool.pkg to start the Media Configuration Tool instal-...
Page 399: Starting Method
The iPFxxxx in the folder above will be the printer name in use. • Starting Method Starting Method Follow the procedure below to start the Media Configuration Tool. From the Applications menu > Canon Utilities >iPFxxxx Media Configuration Tool > MCTxxxx.app. User's Guide...
Page 400: Media Configuration Tool Main Window
When this button is clicked, the Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed, which allows you to add media information files released by Canon to the printer control panel and printer driver. You can also change names, toggle between displaying and hiding, and delete added media types.
Page 401: Editing Media Type Information For Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper iPF8400SE Refer to "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper" for details on P.401 ➔ Add Genuine Paper. • Add and Edit Custom Paper button When this button is clicked, the Add and Edit Custom Paper dialog box is displayed, which allows you to added custom paper to the printer control panel and printer driver.
Page 402: Adding Media Types
If a display name is displayed grayed out, that media type will not appear in the printer driver or printer panel. Adding Media Types Adding Media Types Media information files (.amf files) released by Canon are registered in the printer control panel and printer driver. Do not perform printing on the target printer while adding the media types. •...
Page 403 Adding Media Types iPF8400SE Open the Edit Media Types dialog box, and then click the Add button. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper." P.401 ➔...
Page 404 Adding Media Types iPF8400SE The names of the media information files contained in the selected folder are displayed in Media Informa- tion File in the Add Media Type dialog box. Select the check box for the paper you want to add and click the OK button.
Page 405: Changing Media Names
Changing Media Names iPF8400SE Click the OK button. Changing Media Names Changing Media Names Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 406 Changing Media Names iPF8400SE In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note •...
Page 407: Deleting Media Types You Have Added
Deleting Media Types You Have Added iPF8400SE Deleting Media Types You Have Added Deleting Media Types You Have Added Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 408: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide
Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF8400SE The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated.
Page 409 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF8400SE In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to switch off or on for display. Click the Show/Hide button. The selected paper is alternately shown or hidden. • You can select multiple paper. •...
Page 410: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types
Changing the Display Order of Media Types iPF8400SE Click the OK button. Changing the Display Order of Media Types Changing the Display Order of Media Types Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 411: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
Using Paper Other than Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper To add paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper to the printer control panel and printer driver, and export and import the media information file for that paper, click the Add and Edit Custom Paper but- ton in the Media Configuration Tool main window.
Page 412 In the following screens, you cannot change the printer where media type information is to be updated. Note • Custom paper is paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper (paper that is detailed in the Paper Reference Guide). •...
Page 413: Compatible Paper
Changing the display order of media types displayed in the printer control panel and printer driver is performed from the Edit Media Types dialog box regardless of whether it is Canon genuine paper or custom paper. Refer to "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper"...
Page 414: Add Custom Paper
In order to add new custom paper to the printer control panel and printer driver, first select the media type to use as the basis from among the Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper. Add this as custom paper after making various changes to the standard paper as necessary.
Page 415 Add Custom Paper iPF8400SE The media type names of the Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper within the selected category are shown in Media Type Name. Select the media type to use as the basis of the custom paper, and click the Next button.
Page 416 Add Custom Paper iPF8400SE The Step 3: Paper Source Settings dialog box is dis- played. Select the paper source where the custom pa- per is loaded and then click the OK button. The Step 4: Paper feed adjustment dialog box is displayed.
Page 417 Add Custom Paper iPF8400SE Setting Details Automatic Cutting Settings • User Cut:Cutting is not performed by the cutter unit. Cut the roll paper using scis- sors after each sheet. Select this for paper that cannot be cut by the cutter unit. Drying Time Specify the time that the printer waits for ink to dry, as needed.
Page 418 Add Custom Paper iPF8400SE The Test Print Settings dialog box is displayed. Select the print priority and print quality of the test print using Print Priority and Print Quality. Set the level to test print using Maximum ink usage and the image to use using Image used in test print, and then click the Start Print button.
Page 419 Add Custom Paper iPF8400SE Configure Head Height and Vacuum Strength as required and click the Next button. Usually, these do not need to be set. • If you set the Head Height lower than the automatically set height in parentheses ( ), check that the printhead does not rub against the paper.
Page 420: Delete Custom Paper
Delete Custom Paper iPF8400SE Delete Custom Paper Delete Custom Paper You can delete custom paper that you have already added from printer control panel and from the printer driver of the PC you are using. Open the Add and Edit Custom Paper dialog box. •...
Page 421: Export Custom Media Information
Export Custom Media Information iPF8400SE Select the paper you want to edit from the Added Custom Paper list and then click the Edit button. The View Settings dialog box is displayed. Follow the on-screen directions and change the set- tings as required. •...
Page 422: Import Custom Media Information
Import Custom Media Information iPF8400SE • You can select multiple paper. Note Specify the location to save the Custom Media Infor- mation File. • You can change the file name by selecting and editing the File. A Custom Media Information File (.am1 file) is saved. Note Import Custom Media Information Import Custom Media Information...
Page 423: Warnings
➔ Warnings Warnings Take note of the following warnings when added custom paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed con- firmed paper to the printer driver and the printer itself. About the Cutter Depending on the paper, there are types that cannot be cut by the cutter unit, and types that speed deteriora- •...
Page 424 Warnings iPF8400SE For paper-based media such as Heavyweight Coated Paper: Set to Strong or Strongest • For film-based media such as CAD Tracing Paper: Set to Standard, Strong, or Strongest • For thin paper of thickness 0.1mm or less: Set to Weakest •...
Page 425: Checking The Update
Checking the update iPF8400SE Checking the update Checking the update After updating the media information using the Media Configuration Tool, you can check whether the update has been applied to the printer in the control panel of the printer. Click the About button in the Media Configuration Tool main window to open the About dialog box. Check the value xx.xx (xxxx) of MIT DB Version.
Page 426 iPF8400SE User's Guide...
Page 427: Control Panel
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Operations and Display Screen ............428 Printer Menu ..................437 Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message...
Page 428: Operations And Display Screen
Control Panel iPF8400SE Operations and Display Screen Operations and Display Screen Control Panel ..................................428 Control Panel Display ..............................430 How to View Instructions With Navigate ....................... 434 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations ..................... 436 Control Panel Control Panel Display Screen Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages.
Page 429 Control Panel iPF8400SE In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to move to another digit. • ▼ button Press this button in the menu to move to another item. In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to decrement the number. OK button Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to display the menu of the tab shown.
Page 430: Control Panel Display
Control Panel Display iPF8400SE Control Panel Display Control Panel Display After the printer starts up, the Tab Selection screen is displayed. Each of the four tabs presents status, menus, and error information related to the particular tab. Types of tabs The Tab Selection screen presents four tabs.
Page 431: Printer Status And Modes
Control Panel Display iPF8400SE Printer status and modes Printer status is classified according to the following five modes. Standby The printer is ready to receive jobs sent from the computer. Jobs sent from the computer are printed immediately. Printing Paused Printing is paused on the printer.
Page 432 Control Panel Display iPF8400SE Display Transitions in Normal Status The display transitions while the printer is in the normal status (the status where no errors have occurred) are shown below. *1: The printer automatically enters Sleep mode when idle for a specific period (by default, five minutes), that is, if no print jobs are received or buttons are pressed while all covers are closed.
Page 433 Control Panel Display iPF8400SE Display Transitions in Error Status The display transitions while an error has occurred on the printer are shown below. If multiple errors have occurred, the tabs for errors that have occurred other than the currently displayed error are displayed flashing.
Page 434: How To View Instructions With Navigate
How to View Instructions With Navigate iPF8400SE How to View Instructions With Navigate How to View Instructions With Navigate You can refer to instructions for loading paper, replacing ink tanks, and performing other operations on the printer control panel. Press the Navigate button. Press ▲...
Page 435 How to View Instructions With Navigate iPF8400SE Example: Loading sheets User's Guide...
Page 436: Checking Instructions During Printer Operations
Checking Instructions During Printer Operations iPF8400SE Checking Instructions During Printer Operations Checking Instructions During Printer Operations You can refer to instructions on the printer control panel when loading paper, replacing ink tanks, or performing other operations. How to view instructions Once you complete an action described in the instructions, the printer detects the action and switches to the next instruction screen.
Page 437: Printer Menu
Printer Menu Operations iPF8400SE Printer Menu Printer Menu Printer Menu Operations .............................. 437 Menu Operations ................................438 Menu Structure ................................441 Menu Settings ................................... 446 Status Print ..................................454 Printing Interface Setting Reports ........................... 456 Printer Menu Operations Printer Menu Operations The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress.
Page 438: Menu Operations
Menu Operations iPF8400SE Set./Adj. Menu • Fine-tuning paper feeding Display of printer-related information For a description of specific menu items available, see "Menu Settings." P.446 ➔ For instructions on selecting menu items during printing, see "Menu Operations." P.438 ➔ Menu Operations Menu Operations To view available menus organized on tabs, select a tab on the Tab Selection screen and press the OK button.
Page 439 Menu Operations iPF8400SE Press Back to access a higher menu in the menu list, and press OK to access a lower one. If not all menu • items are displayed, hold down ▲ or ▼ to scroll through higher and lower menu items. Items you select are highlighted.
Page 440 Menu Operations iPF8400SE Specifying numerical values Follow these steps to enter numbers. In this example, network settings items are entered. Press the ◀ or ▶ button to move to the next field for input. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to enter the value. •...
Page 441: Menu Structure
Menu Structure iPF8400SE Menu Structure Menu Structure The menu structure is shown categorized by tab. The * on the right side of an item indicates the default value. The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress.
Page 442: Ink Menu
Menu Structure iPF8400SE *1: For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") Types of paper in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel ) are P.330 ➔...
Page 443 Menu Structure iPF8400SE First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Adjust Adjustment- A:High | B:Standard/Draft Length( *2 ) Print Change Set- A:High | B:Standard/Draft tings Maintenance Head Clean- Head Cleaning A | Head Cleaning B Nozzle Check Replace P.head Repl.
Page 444 Menu Structure iPF8400SE First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Spanning Not Use* | Use Tree( *7 ) MAC Ad- xxxxxxxxxxxx dress( *7 ) Interface Print( *7 ) Return Defaults( *7 ) System Setup Sleep Tim- 5 min.* | 10 min.
Page 445 Menu Structure iPF8400SE *4: Not displayed if NetWare is Off. *5: Not displayed if Auto Detect is On. *6: Follows the setting in Date Format. *7: Viewing and configuration is possible for administrators, and only viewing for other users. *8: Viewing and configuration is possible for administrators only. *9: Not displayed if IPv6 Support is Off.
Page 446: Menu Settings
Menu Settings iPF8400SE Menu Settings Menu Settings Menu items are as follows. The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress. see "Printer Menu Operations." P.437 ➔...
Page 447 Menu Settings iPF8400SE Setting Item Description, Instructions Paper Details (The type of pa- Trim Edge First (See "Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatical- per is displayed ly.") P.357 ➔ here.)( *1 ) CutDustReduct. If you choose On, a line will be printed at the cut position when paper cutting is selected.
Page 448 Menu Settings iPF8400SE Ink Menu Setting Item Description, Instructions Rep. Ink Tank Replace the Ink Tank at this point. Follow the instructions dis- played to complete the required procedure. (See "Replacing Ink Tanks.") P.534 ➔ Head Cleaning A Printhead cleaning options. (See "Cleaning the Print- head.") P.546 ➔...
Page 449: Set./Adj. Menu
*1: A rough estimate of the amount of ink consumed per print job is displayed. Actual ink consumption may be different. The average margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guarantee the accuracy of these estimates.
Page 450 Menu Settings iPF8400SE Setting Item Description, Instructions Adjust Feed Adj. Pri- Automatic Specify exact paper feeding, if desired. Normally, select Printer Priority ority Automatic. Choose Print Quality for attractive printing. Print Quality Choosing Print Quality also makes banding less noticea- Print Length ble.
Page 451 Menu Settings iPF8400SE Setting Item Description, Instructions Mainte- Change Cutter Replace the Cutter Unit. Follow the instructions displayed nance to complete the required procedure. (See "Replacing the Cutter Unit.") P.554 ➔ Once you replace the Cutter Unit, you can also reset the cut counter.
Page 452 Menu Settings iPF8400SE Setting Item Description, Instructions Inter- Ether- MAC Address Indicates the MAC address. face Setup Driver Interface Print Print interface settings information. Return Defaults Choose OK to restore Interface Setup settings to the de- fault values. System Sleep Timer Specify the period before the printer enters sleep mode.
Page 453 Menu Settings iPF8400SE Setting Item Description, Instructions System Keep Paper Size Setup Rep.P.head Print Choose On to have the printer automatically execute the Advanced Adj. operations after you replace the Print- head. (See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") P.520 ➔...
Page 454: Status Print
*1: A rough estimate of how much ink was consumed per job is displayed. Actual ink consumption may be different. The aver- age margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guarantee the accuracy of these estimates.
Page 455 Status Print iPF8400SE Boot Boot ROM version MIT(DBF) MIT database format version MIT(DB) MIT database version Printer serial number Date Indicates when the status print report was prin- ted. Paper Menu Information on the loaded paper. Paper Type Roll Media Cut Sheet ManageRemainRoll Keep Paper Type...
Page 456: Printing Interface Setting Reports
Printing Interface Setting Reports iPF8400SE Printer Info Ink information, RAM usage, and a record of errors. Ink Info Ink-related information. Maintenance Cartridge capacity Y, C, MBK, BK, M, Ink levels. The remaining ink is displayed in a five-level scale. System Info Indicates the total amount of RAM.
Page 457 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Test Print, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Print, and then press the OK button. Confirming Interface Print information The following information is included in the Interface Print report. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Interface Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version...
Page 458 Printing Interface Setting Reports iPF8400SE TCP/IPv4 IPv4 settings values. Scope Primary DNS Server Address Secondary DNS Server Address DNS Host Name DNS Domain Name MulticastDNS ServiceName SNMPv1 SNMPv3 TCP/IPv6 Use IPv6 IPv6 settings values. Use DHCPv6 Stateful Address Prefix Length Primary DNS Server Address Secondary DNS Server Address Use a stateless address...
Page 459 Printing Interface Setting Reports iPF8400SE NetWare Bindery PServer NetWare settings val- Print Server Password ues. Polling Interval RPrinter Print Server Name Printer Number NDS PServer Tree Name Context Name Print Server Name Print Server Password Polling Interval NPrinter Print Server Name Printer Number AppleTalk Phase Type...
Page 460 iPF8400SE User's Guide...
Page 461: Printer Parts
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Printer parts ..................462 Optional accessories ................. 470 Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message...
Page 462: Printer Parts
Front iPF8400SE Printer parts Printer parts Front ...................................... 462 Back ....................................... 464 Top Cover (Inside) ................................465 Carriage ....................................466 Ink Tank Cover (Inside) ..............................467 Stand ..................................... 468 Output Stacker ................................. 469 Control Panel ..................................428 Front Front Top Cover Open this cover to install the Printhead, load paper, and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer as needed.
Page 463 Front iPF8400SE Output Stacker A cloth tray that catches ejected documents. (See "Output Stacker.") P.469 ➔ Paper Feed Slot When loading a roll, insert the edge of the roll paper here. Holder Stopper Secure rolls on the Roll Holder with this part. Ink Tank Cover Open this cover to replace an Ink Tank.
Page 464: Back
Back iPF8400SE Back Back Carrying Handles When carrying the printer, have six people hold it by these handles under both sides. Accessory Pocket Stores accessories such as 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment. Ethernet Port Connect an Ethernet cable to this port. USB Port Connect a USB cable to this port.
Page 465: Top Cover (Inside)
Top Cover (Inside) iPF8400SE Top Cover (Inside) Top Cover (Inside) Top Cover Roller Prevents paper from rising when ejected. Paper Alignment Line Align paper with this line when loading it. Carriage Moves the Printhead. The carriage serves a key role in printing. (See "Carriage.") P.466 ➔...
Page 466: Carriage
Carriage iPF8400SE Borderless Printing Ink Grooves For catching ink outside the edges of paper during borderless printing. Cleaning Brush When cleaning inside the printer under the Top Cover, use this brush to sweep away paper dust on the Platen. Also use the brush to move the blue Switch on the Platen. Fixed Blade The Cutter Unit passes over this rail to cut paper.
Page 467: Ink Tank Cover (Inside)
Ink Tank Cover (Inside) iPF8400SE Ink Tank Cover (Inside) Ink Tank Cover (Inside) Ink tanks Cartridges of ink in various colors. The figure shows the printer as loaded with 700 ml (23.7 fl oz) Ink Tank. Ink Tank Lock Lever A lever that locks the Ink Tank in place and protects it.
Page 468: Stand
Stand iPF8400SE Stand Stand Stand L The left leg of the Stand. Stand R The right leg of the Stand. Output Stacker Printed documents are ejected into the output tray. Locking Caster A locking caster that, when the lock is in the ON position, immobilizes the printer. Always set the Locking Caster to the OFF side to unlock it before moving the Stand.
Page 469: Output Stacker
Output Stacker iPF8400SE Output Stacker Output Stacker Output Stacker A cloth tray that catches ejected documents. White tag A point of reference for attaching the Output Stacker in the right direction. Basket Arm R and Basket Arm L Hold Basket Rod #2 which passes through the Output Stacker. Basket Rod #1 Keeps Basket Arm R and Basket Arm L at the same angle.
Page 470: Optional Accessories
Roll Holder Set iPF8400SE Optional accessories Optional accessories Roll Holder Set Roll Holder Set Load a roll on the roll holder and then load the holder in the printer. The Roll Holder in the Roll Holder Set RH2-44 is for use with both 2-inch and 3-inch paper cores. Use the correct attachment for the particular paper core. (See "Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder.") P.337 ➔...
Page 471: Network Setting
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Network Environment ................ 472 Using RemoteUI ................475 Initial Settings ..................477 NetWare Settings ................484 Mac OS Settings ................
Page 472: Network Environment
Network Environment iPF8400SE Network Environment Network Environment Network Environment Network Environment System requirements The system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are as follows. • Printing over a TCP/IP network (when using IPv4) Compatible operating systems • Windows XP •...
Page 473 Network Environment iPF8400SE Novell NetWare 4.2/5.1/6.0 • Compatible clients • Windows XP (Professional) • • In NetWare 6.0, iPrint is not supported. Note Network Environment After confirming what type of network environment you will connect the printer to, set up the printer and computers as needed.
Page 474 Network Environment iPF8400SE • Even if there is a NetWare server in your network environment, you can use it in conjunction with TCP/IP or AppleTalk. In this case, complete the settings for each protocol you will use. Note User's Guide...
Page 475: Using Remoteui
Using RemoteUI iPF8400SE Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI RemoteUI is software with which you can access the printer via the network from your Web browser to confirm the printer status, operate jobs, and configure the settings. Since the software (Web server) for using RemoteUI is built in the printer, preparing software other than a Web browser is unnecessary.
Page 476 Using RemoteUI iPF8400SE • For the Web browser, use Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later, Internet Explorer 5.01 or later, or Firefox 1.5 or later. For Mac OS X, Safari 1.32 or later or 2.03 or later also is supported. Important •...
Page 477: Initial Settings
Configuring the IP Address on the Printer iPF8400SE Initial Settings Initial Settings Configuring the IP Address on the Printer ......................477 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ......... 498 Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel ..............477 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands ..............
Page 478: Configuring The Ip Address Using Arp And Ping Commands
Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands iPF8400SE Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select TCP/IP, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
Page 479 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands iPF8400SE To use the ARP and PING commands, you will need to know the printer's MAC address. You can confirm the MAC address on the Control Panel. Check the printer's MAC address. You can confirm the MAC address on the Control Panel as follows: On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀...
Page 480: Configuring Tcp/Ipv6 Network Settings
Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings iPF8400SE Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings When printing in a TCP/IPv6 network, you must configure the TCP/IPv6 settings on the Control Panel. Follow the steps below to configure the TCP/IPv6 network settings. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj.
Page 481: Configuring The Printer Driver Destination (Mac Os)
Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Mac OS) iPF8400SE In the Available Port list, select Standard TCP/IP Port. Click New Port. After the wizard starts, a window is displayed for the Welcome to the Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard. Click Next. In Printer Name or IP Address, enter the printer's IP address.
Page 482 - (hyphens), and . (periods). Do not use numbers, -, or . for the first character, or - or . for the last character. Multicast DNS Serv- Specify the printer's Multicast DNS service name. (1–63 characters) Canon iPFxxxx ice Name This name will be displayed when Bonjour functions are used. (xxxxxx) Click OK to display the Network page.
Page 483 Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF8400SE Select Administrator Mode and click Logon. • If a password has been set on the printer, enter the password. Note Click Network in the Device Manager menu at left to display the Network page. Click Edit in the upper-right corner of the TCP/IPv6 group to display the Edit TCP/IPv6 Protocol Settings page.
Page 484: Netware Settings
Configuring NetWare Network Settings iPF8400SE NetWare Settings NetWare Settings Configuring NetWare Network Settings ........................ 484 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type ........................484 Specifying NetWare Print Services .......................... 487 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI ............. 489 Configuring NetWare Network Settings Configuring NetWare Network Settings To print over a NetWare network, configure the network environment as follows.
Page 485 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type iPF8400SE • Before specifying the frame type, make sure the printer is on and connected to the network. Important • You can specify the frame type by using RemoteUI if the printer's IP address is configured. •...
Page 486 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type iPF8400SE Select the IPv4 tab. In IP Address, enter the IP ad- dress assigned to the printer, and then enter the sub- net mask in Subnet Mask and the default gateway in Gateway Address. • You must specify the IP address here to be able to configure NetWare protocol settings using Remo- teUI.
Page 487: Specifying Netware Print Services
Specifying NetWare Print Services iPF8400SE Press ▲ or ▼ to select On, and then press the OK button. The display reverts to the NetWare menu. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Frame Type, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the frame type to use, and then press the OK button. The display reverts to the NetWare menu.
Page 488 Specifying NetWare Print Services iPF8400SE Queue server mode • When using queue server mode, all print server functions are supported, so there is no need for other print server software or hardware. In NDS queue server mode (NDS PServer), the NDS print server is used for printing.
Page 489: Configuring The Printer's Netware Network Settings With Remoteui
Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF8400SE If the print server has not been created, create it. In Available Options, select Quick Setup, and press the Enter key. Enter the name of the new print server, the new printer, and the queue. •...
Page 490 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF8400SE Default Set- Item Details ting NCP Burst Mode This mode supports fast data transfer when printing in queue server mode. Normally, leave the setting On. Print Application Choose the print service. NDS PSer- The print service selected here is enabled.
Page 491 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF8400SE If you have selected RPrinter: Remote Printer Mode (Using a Bindery Print Server) • In Print Server Name, enter the advertising name of the print server created in "Specifying Net- Ware Print Services" P.487 ➔...
Page 492: Mac Os Settings
Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks iPF8400SE Mac OS Settings Mac OS Settings Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks ..................... 492 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network ................... 492 Configuring the Destination for AppleTalk Networks ..................492 Configuring the Printer's AppleTalk Network Settings ................... 494 Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks If you use the printer in a TCP/IP network, register the printer in Print &...
Page 493 Configuring the Destination for AppleTalk Networks iPF8400SE Press ▲ or ▼ to select AppleTalk, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select On, and then press the OK button. Press the Menu button. If you have changed any settings, a confirmation mes- sage is displayed.
Page 494: Configuring The Printer's Appletalk Network Settings
10.2.8–10.4. If you use multiple printers in the same zone, assign a unique name to each printer. By default, the net- work interface name is Canon NB-18GB (xxxxxx). (Here, xxxxxx is the last six digits of the printer's MAC address.) *2: If zones have been created on the network, enter the name of the printer's zone.
Page 495: Other Settings
Specifying Printer-Related Information iPF8400SE Other Settings Other Settings Specifying Printer-Related Information ......................... 495 Configuring the Communication Mode Manually ....................496 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur ..............497 Initializing the Network Settings ..........................497 Specifying Printer-Related Information Specifying Printer-Related Information Follow the steps below to specify device information and security settings.
Page 496: Configuring The Communication Mode Manually
Configuring the Communication Mode Manually iPF8400SE Configuring the Communication Mode Manually Configuring the Communication Mode Manually This topic gives instructions for configuring the communication mode manually. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj.
Page 497: Email Notification When Printing Is Finished Or Errors Occur
Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur iPF8400SE Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur The printer can notify you of the printer status by email. Even when you are away from the printer, you can know when printing is finished or if errors occur.
Page 498: Device Setup Utility (Windows)
imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility iPF8400SE Device Setup Utility (Windows) Device Setup Utility (Windows) imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ........................498 Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ....................498 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ..........498 imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility is a utility to establish communication between the printer and your com- puter by completing relevant settings.
Page 499 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility iPF8400SE When specifying an IPv4 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu. Select the IPv4 tab.
Page 500 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility iPF8400SE When specifying an IPv6 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu. Select the IPv6 tab.
Page 501: Print Job Management
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Status Monitor (Windows) ..............502 Printmonitor (Mac OS) ............... 504 Accounting (Windows) ............... 506 Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting...
Page 502: Status Monitor (Windows)
The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor iPF8400SE Status Monitor (Windows) Status Monitor (Windows) The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ..................... 502 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ................503 The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs.
Page 503: Job Management Using Imageprograf Status Monitor
Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor iPF8400SE • For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Note Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor You can use the Job sheet in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs.
Page 504: Printmonitor (Mac Os)
The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor iPF8400SE Printmonitor (Mac OS) Printmonitor (Mac OS) The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ....................504 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor .................. 505 The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor 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.
Page 505: Job Management Using Imageprograf Printmonitor
Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor iPF8400SE Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor You can use the Driver Panel in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs. • Pausing/Resuming Print Jobs Selecting a print job and clicking the button pauses printing of the selected job.
Page 506: Accounting (Windows)
• The Accounting Manager in Status Monitor displays approximate estimates of the amount of paper consumed and the ink consumed per job. Canon cannot guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. These estimates will Important also vary depending on the conditions of printer use.
Page 507: Accounting Manager Main Window
Accounting Manager Main Window iPF8400SE Select Accounting in the Accounting menu. Or, open the Accounting sheet and click the Ac- counting button. Accounting Manager Main Window Accounting Manager Main Window The Accounting Manager main window consists of a title bar, menu bar, toolbars, listed job selection area, job list area, totals area and status bar.
Page 508 Accounting Manager Main Window iPF8400SE • Listed Job Selection Area You can use this area to select which job log is displayed. If you are using regular data acquisition, this area allows you to view the collective job logs for each specified period.
Page 509: Job List Area
Job List Area iPF8400SE • Status Bar Displays messages and other information. Job List Area Job List Area The job items and details that can be displayed in the job list area are as follows. • The job serial number. •...
Page 510: Accounting Manager Basic Procedures
Accounting Manager Basic Procedures iPF8400SE • Owner The sender of the job. • Print Job Start Time/Print Time The time when printing started and the time taken to print. • Number of Pages The number of pages printed. • Roll Paper Width The width of roll paper used for printing.
Page 511: Setting The Unit Cost For Ink
Setting the Unit Cost for Ink iPF8400SE Setting the Unit Cost for Ink • P.511 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Paper • P.512 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper • P.513 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Ink Setting the Unit Cost for Ink Open the Ink sheet.
Page 512: Setting The Unit Cost For Paper
Setting the Unit Cost for Paper iPF8400SE Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Opens the Paper sheet. This sheet is used to configure the unit cost of paper. Setting Standard Prices Select the media type in Media Type. Enter the Width and Length of the paper, as well as the Price for the area of the configured width x height.
Page 513: Setting The Unit Cost For Items Other Than Ink And Paper
Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper iPF8400SE Enter the Roll Paper Width and Length of the paper, as well as the Price for the configured length. Click the Add button to return to the Paper sheet. To change the unit cost of a media type that has already been configured, click the Overwrite button.
Page 514: Configuring Units And Display Settings In Accounting Manager
Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager iPF8400SE • You can set unit costs for up to 5 items. Note Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager Select Units and Display in the Settings menu to open the Units and Display dialog box. Use this dialog box to configure the display settings.
Page 515: Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition
Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition iPF8400SE • Immediately after you configure Regular Data Acquisition, no print jobs are displayed. Wait a few moments and then select Refresh in the View menu to display the print jobs. Note • A maximum of 10,000 records are saved in a print job log. If this number is exceeded, jobs are deleted from the log starting from the oldest record.
Page 516: Displaying Job Properties Or Period Properties
Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties iPF8400SE • Listed Jobs Exports the data for the print jobs currently displayed in the list as a CSV file. Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties You can display the Job properties dialog box or Period Properties dialog box to check detailed cost information and other items.
Page 517: Showing, Saving And Loading Selected Unit Cost Data
Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data iPF8400SE Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data • Show Unit Cost Data Select Show Unit Cost Data in the File menu to open the Unit Cost Data dialog box. This lists the unit costs for items such as the selected ink and paper.
Page 518 iPF8400SE User's Guide...
Page 519: Adjustments For Better Print Quality
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead ..............520 Adjusting the feed amount ..............526 Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message...
Page 520: Adjusting The Printhead
Adjusting the Printhead iPF8400SE Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead ..............................520 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ................520 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors .................. 522 Adjustment When Installing the Printhead ..................... 523 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images ..................
Page 521 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors iPF8400SE • This function is not available with Tracing Paper, Translucent Matte Film, or Clear Film. Important • If adjustment is not possible as expected using special media, try another type of paper, or try Manual adjust- ment.
Page 522: Manual Adjustment To Straighten Lines And Colors
Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors iPF8400SE Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, execute Head Posi. Adj. to adjust the Printhead alignment.
Page 523: Adjustment When Installing The Printhead
Adjustment When Installing the Printhead iPF8400SE Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual, and then press the OK button. A test pattern is printed for adjustment. • Manual may be unavailable in some cases, even if it is displayed in the menu. If so, execute Standard once.
Page 524: Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion And Blurry Images
Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images iPF8400SE Loading Rolls in the Printer • P.339 ➔ Loading Sheets in the Printer • P.360 ➔ • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified on the printer. Adjustment can- not be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings.
Page 525 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images iPF8400SE • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
Page 526: Adjusting The Feed Amount
Adjusting the Feed Amount iPF8400SE Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount ............................526 Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method .................... 526 Automatic Banding Adjustment .......................... 527 Manual Banding Adjustment ..........................528 Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount ........................ 530 Adjusting Line Length ..............................
Page 527: Automatic Banding Adjustment
Automatic Banding Adjustment iPF8400SE On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Set./Adj.
Page 528: Manual Banding Adjustment
Manual Banding Adjustment iPF8400SE Perform adjustment as follows. Load the paper. Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder • P.337 ➔ Loading Rolls in the Printer • P.339 ➔ Loading Sheets in the Printer • P.360 ➔ • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified in the settings. Adjustment can- not be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings.
Page 529 Manual Banding Adjustment iPF8400SE Paper to Prepare When Using Rolls An unused roll at least 254.0 mm (10.00 in) wide When Using Sheets Two sheets of unused paper of at least A4/Letter size Perform adjustment as follows. Load the paper. Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder •...
Page 530: Fine-Tuning The Paper Feed Amount
Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount iPF8400SE Press ▲ or ▼ to select the pattern number you have decided, and then press the OK button. Test pattern B is printed for adjustment. • If you printed test pattern A on a sheet, follow the instructions on the Display Screen and use another sheet of the same type of paper.
Page 531 Adjusting Line Length iPF8400SE Additionally, two modes are available in both AdjustmentPrint and Change Settings : A:High or B:Standard/ Draft. Choose the mode that suits your particular printing application. A:High • This setting is applied when Highest quality or High is selected in Print Quality in the printer driver. B:Standard/Draft •...
Page 532: Adjusting The Vacuum Strength
Adjusting the Vacuum Strength iPF8400SE • A test pattern is printed in black when you choose A:High or in magenta if you choose B:Standard/Draft. • To cancel printing the test pattern for adjustment, hold down the Stop button. When "Stop printing?" is Note displayed, press ▲...
Page 533: Maintenance And Consumables
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Ink Tanks ................... 534 Printheads ..................
Page 534: Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks iPF8400SE Ink Tanks Ink Tanks Ink Tanks ..................................... 534 Replacing Ink Tanks ................................ 534 Checking Ink Tank Levels ............................543 When to Replace Ink Tanks ............................544 Ink Tanks Ink Tanks When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Colors Model number Ink Type...
Page 535 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400SE • There may be ink around the ink supply section of ink tanks you removed. Handle ink tanks carefully during re- placement. The ink may stain clothing. Important • Do not install used ink tanks in another model of printer. This will prevent correct ink level detection, which may damage the printer or cause other problems.
Page 536 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400SE Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Ink tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 537 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400SE Hold the Ink Tank by the grips (a) and remove it. Press the OK button. If there is still ink in the Ink Tank you removed, store it with the ink • holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Important Put the removed Ink Tank in a plastic bag and seal it.
Page 538 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400SE Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever for the color to replace. Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down to the front. • Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever down until it locks. •...
Page 539 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400SE Load the Ink Tank (330 ml) Before opening the pouch, tilt the Ink Tank to the left and right gently seven or eight times. • Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that have already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out. •...
Page 540 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400SE Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down until it clicks into place. Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. • If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the tank. Note Close the Ink Tank Cover.
Page 541 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400SE Load the Ink Tank (700 ml) Before opening the pouch, hold the new Ink Tank with both hands and tilt it to the left and right as shown, shaking gently it seven or eight times. 700 ml ink tanks are heavy, so use your whole arm to agitate it instead of just your wrist. If you agitate it •...
Page 542 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF8400SE Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown, with the ink holes down. • Ink tanks cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is incorrect. If the Ink Tank does not fit in the holder, do not force it into the holder.
Page 543: Checking Ink Tank Levels
Checking Ink Tank Levels iPF8400SE • If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the tank. Note Close the Ink Tank Cover. • After Ink Tank replacement, always close the Ink Tank Cover. If the Ink Tank Cover cannot close, some Ink Tank Lock Lever may not be closed completely.
Page 544: When To Replace Ink Tanks
When to Replace Ink Tanks iPF8400SE The remaining ink level is indicated as shown below. If the Display Screen indicates to replace the Ink Tank, replace the Ink Tank. If a message is displayed indicating to check the remaining ink levels, or after tasks that consume a lot of ink such as large-format printing or head clean- ing, check the remaining levels and replace Ink Tank as needed.
Page 545: Printheads
Printhead iPF8400SE Printheads Printheads Printhead ..................................... 545 Checking for Nozzle Clogging ............................ 545 Cleaning the Printhead ..............................546 Replacing the Printhead ............................... 547 Printhead Printhead When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number PF-05 • For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see "Replacing the Printhead." P.547 ➔...
Page 546: Cleaning The Printhead
Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. • If you repeat these steps several times but the horizontal lines are still faint or incomplete, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Note Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Printhead If printing is faint, cleaning the Printhead may improve results.
Page 547: Replacing The Printhead
If the printing quality does not improve even after two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printer menu • If the Display Screen indicates "Open top cover and replace the printhead." • If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the Printhead Compatible printheads For information on compatible printheads, see "Printhead." P.545 ➔...
Page 548 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400SE On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Set./Adj.
Page 549 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400SE Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft • (b), or Fixed Blade (c). This may stain your hands Important and damage the printer. • Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage. This may damage the printer. If the ventilation duct (a) is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean.
Page 550 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400SE Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to open it completely. Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it complete- Remove the Printhead and press the OK button. • Dispose of the used Printhead in accordance with local regulations. Note User's Guide...
Page 551 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400SE Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from the pouch. When handling the Printhead, always hold it by the grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or metal con- • tacts (c). This may damage the Printhead and affect printing quality. Important Never touch the ink supply section (d).
Page 552 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400SE With the nozzles facing down and the metal contacts toward the back, tilt the Printhead slightly forward and insert it into the Carriage. Carefully push the printhead firmly into the Carriage, ensuring that the nozzles and metal contacts do not touch the carriage.
Page 553 Replacing the Printhead iPF8400SE Push the Carriage Cover down toward the front. Close the Top Cover. Ink now fills the system. It takes about nine minutes to complete. • While ink is being filled, definitely do not remove the Ink Tank or Maintenance Cartridge. Ink may leak out.
Page 554: Cutter Unit
Cutter Unit iPF8400SE Cutter Unit Cutter Unit Cutter Unit ..................................554 Replacing the Cutter Unit ............................554 Cutter Unit Cutter Unit When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number CT-06 • For instructions on Cutter Unit replacement, see "Replacing the Cutter Unit." P.554 ➔...
Page 555 Replacing the Cutter Unit iPF8400SE Replacing the Cutter Unit Open the Top Cover. If the Cutter Unit or Carriage Cover is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft •...
Page 556 Replacing the Cutter Unit iPF8400SE Holding the Cutter Unit by the Lock Lever (a) and grip (b), re- move it from the Carriage. • Never touch any part of the Cutter Unit except the Lock Lever (a) and grip (b). This may stain your hands or cause injury.
Page 557 Replacing the Cutter Unit iPF8400SE Close the Top Cover. A confirmation message is displayed about the Cutter Unit lock. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The Carriage is moved, and a confirmation message is displayed about resetting the cut count. To reset the cut counter, press ▲...
Page 558: Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400SE Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge ..............................558 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge ........................558 Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity ................562 When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge ..................... 563 Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number MC-08...
Page 559 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400SE Confirm the message When the Maintenance Cartridge is almost empty, a message is shown on the Display Screen. According to the message, replace the Maintenance Cartridge or prepare a new Maintenance Cartridge. (See "When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge.") P.563 ➔...
Page 560 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400SE Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Open the box, remove the plastic bag, packaging ma- terial, and Shaft Cleaner, and then take out the Main- tenance Cartridge. Never touch the metal contacts (a). This may damage • the Maintenance Cartridge.
Page 561 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400SE • Used maintenance cartridges are heavy. Always grasp the cartridge firmly and keep the cartridge level during removal and storage. If you drop a used Maintenance Cartridge or store it at an angle, ink may Important leak and cause stains.
Page 562: Checking The Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity
Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity iPF8400SE Keeping the new Maintenance Cartridge level, insert it all the way in. The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge. • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge during initialization immediately after replacing the Mainte- nance Cartridge.
Page 563: When To Replace The Maintenance Cartridge
When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge iPF8400SE • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note If the Display Screen indicates to replace the Maintenance Cartridge, replace the Maintenance Cartridge. If a mes- sage is displayed indicating to check the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge, or before tasks that de- plete much of the capacity such as head cleaning or preparations to move the printer, check the remaining Mainte- nance Cartridge capacity and prepare a new Maintenance Cartridge as needed.
Page 564: Cleaning The Printer
Cleaning the Printer Exterior iPF8400SE Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior ............................564 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover ........................... 564 Cleaning the Printhead ..............................546 Cleaning the Printer Exterior 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.
Page 565 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF8400SE • If the Platen inside the Top Cover becomes dirty, it may soil the underside of paper. We recommend cleaning the Platen after borderless printing or printing on small paper. Important • If the Ejection Guide is dirty, it may soil the edge of the paper when the paper is cut. We recommend cleaning the Ejection Guide even if it does not appear dirty, because it may actually be covered with paper dust.
Page 566 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF8400SE Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out com- pletely, wipe inside the Top Cover to clean it. Wipe away any ink residue and paper dust (debris from cutting) on the Top Cover Roller (a), all over the Plat- en (b), on the Paper Retainer (c), the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (d), the Ejection Guide (e), the cutter guide (f), around the ink suction holes at left...
Page 567 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF8400SE Close the Top Cover. User's Guide...
Page 568: Other Maintenance
• Be sure to contact your Canon dealer before transferring the printer to a new location. Ink may leak and damage the printer if you do not prepare the printer correctly and it is tipped or stood on end in transit.
Page 569 If consumables must be replaced, the message "Consumables must be replaced. Call for service." is • shown on the Display Screen and preparation is not possible. If this message is displayed, press the OK Important button and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. User's Guide...
Page 570 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF8400SE Removing Ink Tanks Open the Ink Tank Cover. 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. Hold the Ink Tank by the handle (a) and remove it.
Page 571 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF8400SE Store the Ink Tank you removed in the box with the ink holes (a) • facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Important Repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove all ink tanks. Push down the release lever (a) as shown as you gently return all ink tank lock levers to the original po- sition.
Page 572 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF8400SE Press the Power button and turn off the printer. Pack the printer Disconnect the power cord and interface cable. Turn off the printer before you unplug it. It may damage the printer if you unplug it before it is off and •...
Page 573 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF8400SE Grasp the Belt, insert it between the Belt Stopper, and affix the Belt Stopper with a hex screw at the po- sition indicated. • Here, the Belt Stopper is the one that was removed and stored after initial installation. Neglecting to at- tach the Belt Stopper may damage the printer.
Page 574: Reinstalling The Printer
Reinstalling the Printer iPF8400SE Tape down printer covers to secure them, in the reverse order of tape removal during installation. Remove the Output Stacker by reversing the installation procedure. Remove the Stand by reversing the installation procedure, when it was attached to the printer. Disassemble and repackage the Stand by following the installation procedure in reverse.
Page 575 Reinstalling the Printer iPF8400SE Install the printer Mount the printer on the assembled Stand and tighten the screws firmly. • Moving the printer requires at least six people, holding it on both sides. Be careful to avoid back strain and other injuries. Caution When moving the printer, firmly grasp the Carrying •...
Page 576 Reinstalling the Printer iPF8400SE Connect the power cord to the Power Supply Connector on the back of the printer. Plug the power cord into the outlet. Press the power button to turn the printer on. Open the Ink Tank Cover and install the ink tanks. Install the software.
Page 577: Updating The Firmware
The firmware version is displayed. Updating the Firmware To obtain the latest firmware, visit the Canon website. If the firmware available online is newer than the installed firmware, update the printer firmware. For details on downloading and updating the firmware, visit the Canon web- site.
Page 578 iPF8400SE User's Guide...
Page 579: Troubleshooting
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions ............. 580 Problems Regarding Paper ...............
Page 580: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions iPF8400SE Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions This section presents frequently asked questions and answers. To view more detailed explanations, click the hy- perlinks in the answer column. Question Answer I want to easily create You can print originals that are in landscape (or portrait) orientation automatically enlarged to fit the roll vertical or horizontal width.
Page 581: Problems Regarding Paper
Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF8400SE Problems Regarding Paper Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Roll Paper ............................581 Clearing a Jammed Sheet ............................584 Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot ................. 586 Cannot load sheets ................................. 587 Paper is not cut straight ...............................
Page 582 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF8400SE Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft • (b), or Fixed Blade (c), This may stain your hands Important and damage the printer. Lift the Release Lever. Holding the paper on both sides, pull the jammed portion out toward the front.
Page 583 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF8400SE • When cutting paper, be careful to avoid injury or damage to the printer. Caution If the Carriage is on the left, move the Carriage to the right until it stops. • Always move the Carriage to the right side. If the Carriage is on the left, a Carriage error may occur when you turn on the printer.
Page 584: Clearing A Jammed Sheet
Clearing a Jammed Sheet iPF8400SE Turn the printer on. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") P.17 ➔ The roll is advanced and the printer is ready to print. • For a neater edge, press the Cut button, select Yes, and cut the edge. (See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") P.351 ➔...
Page 585 Clearing a Jammed Sheet iPF8400SE Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft • (b), or Fixed Blade (c). This may stain your hands Important and damage the printer. Lift the Release Lever. If the paper is visible, hold the paper and pull it out to- ward the front.
Page 586: Roll Paper Cannot Be Inserted Into The Paper Feed Slot
Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot iPF8400SE If the paper is not visible, lift the Ejection Guide, re- move the Roll Holder, and clear the paper jam from below. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer, and then lower the Ejection Guide.
Page 587: Cannot Load Sheets
Cannot load sheets iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action The paper source selection is incorrect. Press the Load button and select the paper source. Cannot load sheets Cannot load sheets Cause Corrective Action The paper source selection is incorrect. Press the Load button and select the paper source. Paper is not cut straight Paper is not cut straight Cause...
Page 588: When Printing On Thin Roll Paper, The Printed Surface Becomes Scratched
When printing on thin roll paper, the printed surface becomes scratched iPF8400SE When printing on thin roll paper, the printed surface becomes scratched When printing on thin roll paper, the printed surface becomes scratched Cause Corrective Action The roll paper has sagged during printing, Set Roll Tension to High in the Control Panel menu.
Page 589: Printing Does Not Start
The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up iPF8400SE Printing does not start Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up .................. 589 The printer does not respond even if print jobs are sent ................589 Ink Filling..
Page 590: The Printer Stops During A Print Job
(See "Checking for Nozzle Clogging.") P.545 ➔ A print job was received from an in- Use the correct imagePROGRAF printer driver for the printer and try printing again. compatible printer driver. The printer is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. User's Guide...
Page 591: Problems With The Printing Quality
Printing is faint iPF8400SE Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality Printing is faint ................................. 591 Paper rubs against the printhead ..........................592 The edges of the paper are dirty ..........................592 The surface of the paper is dirty ..........................593 The back side of the paper is dirty .........................
Page 592: Paper Rubs Against The Printhead
Paper rubs against the printhead iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action You are printing on paper that In the Control Panel menu, set CutDustReduct. in Paper Details to On. tends to generate dust when (See "Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls.") P.359 ➔ cut.
Page 593: The Surface Of The Paper Is Dirty
The surface of the paper is dirty iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action The type of paper as specified on the Change the type of paper in the printer driver and try printing again. printer does not match the type speci- fied in the printer driver. The paper is wrinkled or warped.
Page 594: Immediately After Borderless Printing, The Trailing Edge Margin Is Soiled During Regular Printing
Immediately after borderless printing, the trailing edge margin is soiled during regular printing iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action BordlessOversize is set to Standard in the Con- Set BordlessOversize to Little in the Control Panel menu. trol Panel menu. (See "Menu Settings.") P.446 ➔...
Page 595: Colors In Printed Images Are Uneven
Colors in printed images are uneven iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are clog- (See "Menu Settings.") P.446 ➔ ged. Streaks may occur if you set the Choose a higher level of Print Quality in the Advanced Settings of the printer driver and try Print Quality too low.
Page 596: Image Edges Are Blurred Or White Banding Occurs
Image edges are blurred or white banding occurs iPF8400SE Image edges are blurred or white banding occurs Image edges are blurred or white banding occurs Cause Corrective Action The Platen suction is too strong. In the Control Panel menu, reduce the level of VacuumStrngth. (See "Adjusting the Vacuum Strength.") P.532 ➔...
Page 597 Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen iPF8400SE Remove the Cleaning Brush (a). Using the back of the Cleaning Brush, move the first Switch to the side opposite ●. Refer to the following table to confirm the number on the Plat- en (a) that corresponds to the size of paper for printing.
Page 598: The Contrast Becomes Uneven During Printing
The contrast becomes uneven during printing iPF8400SE Number Dimensions 355.6 mm (14.00 in) 431.8 mm (17.00 in) 515.0 mm (JIS B2 or B3) 594.0 mm (ISO A1 or A2) or 609.6 mm (24.00 in) 841.0 mm (ISO A0 or A1) 914.4 mm (36.00 in) 1030.0 mm (JIS B0 or B1) 1066.8 mm (42.00 in)
Page 599: The Length Of Printed Images Is Inaccurate In The Feeding Direction
The length of printed images is inaccurate in the feeding direction iPF8400SE The length of printed images is inaccurate in the feeding direction The length of printed images is inaccurate in the feeding direction Cause Corrective Action In the Control Panel menu, Adj. Priority is Set Adj.
Page 600: Lines Or Colors Are Misaligned
Lines or colors are misaligned iPF8400SE Lines or colors are misaligned Lines or colors are misaligned Cause Corrective Action The Printhead is not being aligned cor- Adjust the Printhead alignment. rectly. (See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") P.520 ➔...
Page 601: Cannot Print Over A Network
Cannot connect the printer to the network iPF8400SE Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a network Cannot connect the printer to the network ......................601 Cannot print over a TCP/IP network ........................601 Cannot print over a NetWare network ........................601 Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks ...................
Page 602: Cannot Print Over Appletalk Or Bonjour Networks
Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action The NetWare server and serv- If data transmission to a printer on another subnet fails, deactivate NCP burst mode in that ices are not configured correct- printer's network protocol settings. If the printer is used in queue server mode, specify Other/Unknown as the printer type.
Page 603: Installation Problems
The following procedure is for Windows 7. The method of removing printer drivers varies depending on the version of Windows. Note From the Windows start menu, select All Programs > Canon Printer Uninstaller > imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Uninstaller to display the Delete Printer window. Select the printer in the list and click Delete.
Page 604: Other Problems
After the printer is turned on • After data transmission • After ink tank replacement In other cases, contact your Canon dealer. Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared Cause Corrective Action...
Page 605: 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 refilling ink.
Page 606 Ink Level Detection iPF8400SE After checking the message, press the ▶ button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Check the message and press the ▶ button. Check the message and press the ▶ button. Press ▲...
Page 607 Ink Level Detection iPF8400SE Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Ink level detection is now released. User's Guide...
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Page 609: Error Message
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Error Messages ................. 610 Messages regarding paper ..............
Page 610: Error Messages
iPF8400SE Error Messages Error Messages Before borderless printing, move the blue platen switch................622 Blue platen switch is dirty............................622 Borderless printng not possible..........................618 Borderless printng not possible. Paper stretched or shrank............... 622 Cannot adjust paper feed............................622 Cannot adjust printhead.
Page 611 iPF8400SE The roll is empty................................615 This paper cannot be used as size is not supported..................615 Top cover is open................................627 Unknown file..................................628 Wrong maintenance cartridge........................... 626 Wrong printhead................................624 User's Guide...
Page 612: Messages Regarding Paper
Paper mismatch iPF8400SE Messages regarding paper Messages regarding paper Paper mismatch ................................612 MediaType Mismatch ..............................612 The paper is too small..............................613 The paper is too small..............................613 PaprWidth Mismatch ..............................614 Paper size not detected..............................614 Insufficient paper for job .............................
Page 613: The Paper Is Too Small
The paper is too small. iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action You tried to print a test pattern for printer ad- When printing a test pattern for adjustment, use sheets of the same type of paper, in justment on several sheets, but sheets of dif- the required quantity.
Page 614: Paprwidth Mismatch
PaprWidth Mismatch iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action (When you have attempted to print a test print sheet or (See "Removing the Roll from the Printer.") P.345 ➔ other printer status information.) (See "Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls.") P.347 ➔ Replace the roll with a roll 10 inches wide or larger. (See "Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder.") P.337 ➔...
Page 615: This Paper Cannot Be Used As Size Is Not Supported
This paper cannot be used as size is not supported. iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action However, the roll paper may run out during the print job and you may not be able to print all of the document. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Change Paper, and then press the OK button.
Page 616: No Sheets
No sheets. iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action The roll is empty. If no barcode was printed on the roll, specify the type of paper. (See "Changing the Type of Paper.") P.343 ➔ When you have selected ManageRemainRoll > On in the control panel menu and a bar- code is not printed on the roll, also specify the paper length.
Page 617: Paper Jam
Paper jam. iPF8400SE Paper jam. Paper jam. Cause Corrective Action A paper jam occurred in the printer during printing. Lift the Release Lever and remove the jammed paper. (See "Clearing Jammed Roll Paper.") P.581 ➔ (See "Clearing a Jammed Sheet.") P.584 ➔...
Page 618: End Of Paper Feed
(See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") P.330 ➔ Lift the Release Lever and remove the paper. In other cases, the Cutter Unit may Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. be damaged. End of paper feed. End of paper feed. Cause...
Page 619: Paper Position Not Suitable For Borderless Printing
Paper position not suitable for borderless printing. iPF8400SE Paper position not suitable for borderless printing. Paper position not suitable for borderless printing. Cause Corrective Action Because paper expands or con- Press ▲ or ▼ to select Stop Printing, and then press the OK button. tracts depending on the environ- Use each type of paper only where the recommended environmental conditions are met.
Page 620: Messages Regarding Ink
Ink insufficient. iPF8400SE Messages regarding ink Messages regarding ink Ink insufficient.................................. 620 No ink left................................... 620 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected................620 Close Ink Tank Cover ..............................620 Ink tank is empty................................620 Not much ink is left.
Page 621: Not Much Ink Is Left
Not much ink is left. iPF8400SE Not much ink is left. Not much ink is left. Cause Corrective Action Not much ink is left. Prepare a new Ink Tank. We recommend replacing the Ink Tank with a new Ink Tank at this point if you plan to print large-format or high-quantity jobs.
Page 622: Messages Regarding Printing Or Adjustment
Borderless printng not possible. Paper stretched or shrank. iPF8400SE Messages regarding printing or adjustment Messages regarding printing or adjustment Cannot adjust printhead............................... 624 Borderless printng not possible. Paper stretched or shrank............... 622 Before borderless printing, move the blue platen switch................622 Borderless printng not possible.
Page 623: Check Printed Document
Check printed document. iPF8400SE Check printed document. Check printed document. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are becoming clogged. If printing is faint, clean the Printhead. (See "Cleaning the Printhead.") P.546 ➔ User's Guide...
Page 624: Messages Regarding Printheads
Cannot adjust printhead. iPF8400SE Messages regarding printheads Messages regarding printheads Cannot adjust printhead............................... 624 Wrong printhead................................624 Printhead error................................. 624 Cannot recognize print head............................624 Execute printhead cleaning............................625 Cannot adjust printhead. Cannot adjust printhead. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are...
Page 625: Execute Printhead Cleaning
Execute printhead cleaning. iPF8400SE Cause Corrective Action The Printhead cannot be recognized because it is not installed correctly. Reinstall the Printhead. (See "Replacing the Printhead.") P.547 ➔ Execute printhead cleaning. Execute printhead cleaning. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead noz- Follow these steps to clean the Printhead. zles are clogged.
Page 626: Messages Regarding The Maintenance Cartridge
No maintenance cartridge. iPF8400SE Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge No maintenance cartridge............................626 Wrong maintenance cartridge........................... 626 Maint. cart. The level is low ............................626 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity........................626 Maintenance cartridge full............................626 Maintenance cartridge problem.
Page 627: Other Messages
Turn off the printer and wait at least three seconds before re- storing the power. If the message is displayed again, write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Top cover is open.
Page 628: Prepare For Parts Replacement
You have uploaded firmware for a different model. Check the firmware version. Turn off the printer and wait a while before re- storing power, and then resend the firmware. If the message is displayed again, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Multi-sensor error Multi-sensor error...
Page 629: Specifications
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Specifications Printer Specifications .................
Page 630: Printer Specifications
*1: The printer uses a trace amount of power even when turned off. To stop all power consumption, turn off the printer and unplug the power cord. *2: Calculation based on ISO 7779. Operating conditions: On the Main sheet of the printer driver, Media Type > Canon Coated Paper, Advanced Settings > Print Priority > Image, and Print Quality > Standard.
Page 631: Print Area
Internal port Specification IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex Protocols IPX/SPX (Netware 4.2, 5.1, 6.0), SNMP (Canon-MIB compati- ble), HTTP, TCP/IP (IPv4/IPv6), AppleTalk For information on the ink the printer supports, see "Ink Tanks." P.534 ➔ Paper For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 632 Print Area iPF8400SE Sheets • Printable Area: A margin of 5 mm (0.20 in) on top, 23 mm (0.91 in) on bottom, and 5 mm (0.20 in) on left and right sides is required. • Recommended Print Area: A margin of 20 mm (0.79 in) on top, 23 mm (0.91 in) on bottom, and 5 mm (0.20 in) on left and right sides is required.
Page 633: Appendix
iPF8400SE User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Specifications Appendix Safety Precautions .................
Page 634: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions iPF8400SE Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ................................634 Legal Notices ..................................636 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Follow the warnings and precautions below to use the printer safely. Do not perform any operations or procedures other than as described in this manual. Doing so may result in unexpected accidents and can cause a fire or elec- trical shocks.
Page 635: In An Emergency
Safety Precautions iPF8400SE In an Emergency • If the printer emits smoke or strange odors, continuing to use the printer may cause a fire or electrical shock. Switch the printer off immediately and remove the power plug from the power outlet. Contact the nearest service Warning center.
Page 636: Legal Notices
For CA, USA Only Included battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for detail. Trademarks Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON INC. • Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. •...
Page 637 Legal Notices iPF8400SE Excel, Internet Explorer and PowerPoint are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in • the U.S. and/or other countries. Mac, Mac OS, Bonjour, AppleTalk, Safari and OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and •...
Page 638: Manuals For This Printer
Manuals for this printer iPF8400SE Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer ..............................638 About This User Manual ............................... 638 Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer This printer has the following manuals. Name Contents Medium Setup Guide...
Page 639 About This User Manual iPF8400SE • Cross-reference Other pages or manuals that provide related information are indicated as follows in this user manual. Cross-reference in the same user manual Example: see "Menu Structure." P.441 ➔ Click the link to jump to the corresponding page. Cross-reference in related manuals Example: Refer to the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 640: Disposal Of The Product
WEEE Directive iPF8400SE Disposal of the product Disposal of the product WEEE Directive WEEE Directive User's Guide...
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Page 649 Index NetWare network .............. 601 Nozzle .................. 545 Accounting ..........506, 507, 510, 514 Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ......37 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength ........532 Orientation ........128, 129, 130, 225, 236 AppleTalk Network ........... 492, 494 Oversize ................

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