Page 1: Online Manual
Online Manual Read Me First Useful Functions Available on the Printer Overview of the Printer Printing Troubleshooting English...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Read Me First........... . 8 Symbols Used in This Document.
Page 3 Replacing a FINE Cartridge..........53 Replacing a FINE Cartridge.
Page 4 Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility........
Page 5 Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver..........Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List..... . . 160 Before Installing the Printer Driver.
Page 6 A Message Is Displayed............199 If You Cannot Resolve the Problem.
Page 7 6933..............237 6940.
Page 8: Read Me First
In addition, Canon may suspend or stop the disclosure of this guide due to unavoidable reasons. Canon shall not be liable for any damage suffered by customers as a result of changes in or deletion of information in this guide, or suspension/stoppage of disclosure of this guide.
Page 9: Symbols Used In This Document
Symbols Used in This Document Warning Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment. These must be observed for safe operation. Caution Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material damage caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
Page 10: Trademarks And Licenses
• Photo Rag is a trademark of Hahnemühle FineArt GmbH. • Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Canon Inc. Note • The formal name of Windows Vista is Microsoft Windows Vista operating system.
Page 11: Search Tips
Enter keywords in the search window and click (Search). You can search for target pages in this guide. Entry example: "(your product's model name) load paper", "(your product's model name) 1000" Search Tips You can search for target pages by entering keywords in the search window. Note •...
Page 12 Note • The displayed screen varies depending on your product. • Searching for Application Functions Enter your application's name and a keyword for the function you want to learn about Example: When you want to learn how to print collages with My Image Garden Enter "My Image Garden collage"...
Page 13: Notes On Operation Explanations
Notes on Operation Explanations In this guide, most of the operations are described based on the windows displayed when Mac OS X v10.8 is used.
Page 14: Useful Functions Available On The Printer
Useful Functions Available on the Printer The following useful functions are available on the printer. Enjoy pleasant photography experience by utilizing various functions. Useful Functions Available from Applications and the Main Unit You can create items such as collages easily or download delightful printing materials, and print them.
Page 15: Useful Functions Available From Applications And The Main Unit
Useful Functions Available from Applications and the Main Unit On the printer, the following useful functions are available from applications and the main unit. • Print Photos Easily • Download Content Materials Print Photos Easily Using an Application Organize Images Easily In My Image Garden, you can register the names of people and events to photos.
Page 16: Download A Variety Of Content Materials
PREMIUM Contents can be downloaded easily via My Image Garden. Downloaded PREMIUM Contents can be printed directly with My Image Garden. To download PREMIUM Contents, make sure that genuine Canon ink tanks/ink cartridges are installed for all colors on a supported printer.
Page 17 Note • The designs of PREMIUM Contents provided in this page are subject to change without prior notice.
Page 18: Overview Of The Printer
Overview of the Printer Safety Guide Safety Precautions Regulatory and Safety Information Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Printer Loading Paper Loading Paper Replacing a FINE Cartridge Replacing a FINE Cartridge Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Performing Maintenance from a Computer...
Page 19: Safety Guide
Safety Guide Safety Precautions Regulatory and Safety Information...
Page 20: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Choosing a location • Do not install the machine in a location that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration. • Do not install the machine in locations that are very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight, outdoors, or close to a heating source.
Page 21: Regulatory And Safety Information
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park...
Page 22: Environmental Information
Canon does not recommend extending the Activation Times from the optimum ones set as default. ®...
Page 23: Paper Types
Paper types This product can be used to print on both recycled and virgin paper (certified to an environmental stewardship scheme), which complies with EN12281 or a similar quality standard. In addition it can support printing on media down to a weight of 64g/m , lighter paper means less resources used and a lower environmental footprint for your printing needs.
Page 24: Main Components And Basic Operations
Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Printer...
Page 25: Main Components
Main Components Front View Rear View Inside View...
Page 26: Front View
Front View (1) paper support Open to load paper in the rear tray. (2) paper guide Align with the left side of the paper stack. (3) rear tray Load paper here. Two or more sheets of the same size and type of paper can be loaded at the same time, and fed automatically one sheet at a time.
Page 27 * All lamps are shown lit in the above figure for explanatory purposes. (7) ON/RESUME button Press to turn the power on or off. You can cancel a print job in progress. You can also press this button to release from printer error status or to select a maintenance function. (8) POWER lamp This lamp lights green after flashing when the power is turned on.
Page 28: Rear View
Rear View (1) power cord connector Plug in the supplied power cord. (2) USB port Plug in the USB cable to connect the printer with a computer. Important • Do not touch the metal casing. • Do not plug in or unplug the USB cable while printing.
Page 29: Inside View
Inside View (1) FINE cartridge (ink cartridges) A replaceable cartridge that integrates print head and ink tank. (2) FINE cartridge holder Install the FINE cartridge. The color FINE cartridge should be installed into the left slot and the black FINE cartridge should be installed into the right slot.
Page 30: About The Power Supply Of The Printer
About the Power Supply of the Printer Confirming that the Power Is On Turning the Printer On and Off Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord...
Page 31: Confirming That The Power Is On
Confirming that the Power Is On The POWER lamp is lit green when the printer is turned on. Note • It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer.
Page 32: Turning The Printer On And Off
Turning the Printer On and Off Turning on the printer 1. Press the ON/RESUME button to turn on the printer. The POWER lamp flashes and then remains lit green. Confirming that the Power Is On Note • It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer. •...
Page 33 Important • When you unplug the power cord after turning off the printer, be sure to confirm that the POWER lamp is off. Note • You can set the printer to automatically turn off when no print jobs are sent to the printer for a certain interval.
Page 34: Notice For The Power Plug/Power Cord
Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Unplug the power cord once a month to confirm that the power plug/power cord does not have anything unusual described below. • The power plug/power cord is hot. • The power plug/power cord is rusty. •...
Page 35: Notice For Unplugging The Power Cord
Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord To unplug the power cord, follow the procedure below. Important • When you unplug the power cord, press the ON/RESUME button, then confirm that the POWER lamp is off. Unplugging the power cord while the POWER lamp is lit or flashing may cause drying or clogging of the print head and print quality may be reduced.
Page 36: Loading Paper
Loading Paper Loading Paper...
Page 37: Loading Paper
Loading Paper Loading Plain Paper / Photo Paper Loading Envelopes Media Types You Can Use Media Types You Cannot Use Printing Area...
Page 38: Loading Plain Paper / Photo Paper
• If you cut plain paper into small size such as 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) or 5" x 7" (13 x 18 cm) to perform trial print, it can cause paper jams. Note • We recommend Canon genuine photo paper for printing photos. For details on the Canon genuine paper, see Media Types You Can Use.
Page 39 3. Slide the paper guide (A) to the left, and load the paper against the far right of the rear tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. 4. Slide the paper guide (A) to align it with the paper stack. Do not slide the paper guide too hard against the paper.
Page 40 Note • Do not load sheets of paper higher than the load limit mark (D). Note • The printer may make operating noise when feeding paper. • After loading paper, select the size and type of the loaded paper on the print settings screen of the printer driver.
Page 41: Loading Envelopes
Loading Envelopes You can load Envelope DL and Envelope Com 10. The address is automatically rotated and printed according to the envelope's direction by specifying with the printer driver properly. Important • Do not use the following envelopes. They could jam in the printer or cause the printer to malfunction. •...
Page 42 3. Slide the paper guide (A) to the left, and load the envelopes against the far right of the rear tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. The folded flap of the envelope will be faced up on the left side. Up to 5 envelopes can be loaded at once.
Page 43 Note • The printer may make operating noise when feeding paper. • After loading envelopes, select the size and type of the loaded envelopes on the print settings screen of the printer driver.
Page 44: Media Types You Can Use
Canon genuine paper, access our website. Note • You may not be able to purchase some Canon genuine papers depending on the country or region of purchase. Paper is not sold in the US by Model Number. Purchase paper by name.
Page 45: Paper Weight
• 17 to 28 lb (64 to 105 g /m ) (except for Canon genuine paper) Do not use heavier or lighter paper (except for Canon genuine paper), as it could jam in the printer. Notes on Storing Paper • Take out only the necessary number of paper from the package, just before printing.
Page 46: Paper Load Limit
Approx. 60 sheets Approx. 10 sheets Envelopes 5 envelopes Canon Genuine Papers Note • We recommend that you remove the previously printed sheet from the paper output tray before continuously printing to avoid blurs and discoloration. Paper for printing photos: Media Name <Model No.>...
Page 47: Media Types You Cannot Use
• Paper that is too thin (weighing less than 17 lb (64 g /m • Paper that is too thick (weighing more than 28 lb (105 g /m ), except for Canon genuine paper) • Paper thinner than a postcard, including plain paper or notepad paper cut to a small size (when printing on paper smaller than A5) •...
Page 48: Printing Area
Printing Area Printing Area Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelopes Letter, Legal Envelopes...
Page 49: Printing Area
Recommended printing area : Canon recommends that you print within this area. Printable area : The area where it is possible to print. However, printing in this area can affect the print...
Page 50: Other Sizes Than Letter, Legal, Envelopes
Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelopes Size Printable Area (width x height) 5.56 x 7.49 inches (141.2 x 190.3 mm) 8.00 x 10.92 inches (203.2 x 277.3 mm) 6.90 x 9.34 inches (175.2 x 237.3 mm) 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) 3.73 x 5.22 inches (94.8 x 132.7 mm) 5"...
Page 51: Letter, Legal
Letter, Legal Size Printable Area (width x height) Letter 8.00 x 10.22 inches (203.2 x 259.7 mm) Legal 8.00 x 13.22 inches (203.2 x 335.9 mm) Recommended printing area (A) 1.24 inches (31.6 mm) (B) 1.15 inches (29.2 mm) Printable area (C) 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) (D) 0.66 inch (16.7 mm) (E) 0.25 inch (6.4 mm)
Page 52: Envelopes
Envelopes Size Recommended Printing Area (width x height) Envelope DL 3.88 x 7.06 inches (98.8 x 179.5 mm) Envelope Com 10 3.68 x 7.90 inches (93.5 x 200.8 mm) Recommended printing area (A) 0.31 inch (8.0 mm) (B) 1.28 inches (32.5 mm) (C) 0.22 inch (5.6 mm) (D) 0.22 inch (5.6 mm)
Page 53: Replacing A Fine Cartridge
Replacing a FINE Cartridge Replacing a FINE Cartridge Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer...
Page 54: Replacing A Fine Cartridge
Replacing a FINE Cartridge When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the Alarm lamp will flash orange to inform you of the error. Count the number of flashes and take appropriate action. If an Error Occurs Note • For information on the compatible FINE cartridge, refer to the printed manual: Safety and Important Information.
Page 55 Both color ink and black ink are also consumed in the standard cleaning and deep cleaning of the print head, which may be necessary to maintain the performance of the printer. When ink runs out, replace the FINE cartridge immediately with a new one. Useful Information about Ink 1.
Page 56 2. Remove the FINE cartridge. Important • Handle the FINE cartridge carefully to avoid staining of clothing or the surrounding area. • Discard the empty FINE cartridge according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. 5. Prepare a new FINE cartridge. 1.
Page 57 Important • If you shake a FINE cartridge, ink may spill out and stain your hands and the surrounding area. Handle a FINE cartridge carefully. • Be careful not to stain your hands and the surrounding area with ink on the removed protective tape.
Page 58 2. Push the FINE cartridge in and up firmly until it snaps into place. Important • Check if the FINE cartridge is installed correctly.
Page 59 • The printer cannot print unless both the color FINE cartridge and black FINE cartridge are installed. Be sure to install both cartridges. 7. Close the cover. Note • If the Alarm lamp lights or flashes orange after the cover is closed, take appropriate action. If an Error Occurs •...
Page 60: Maintenance
Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Printer...
Page 61: When Printing Becomes Faint Or Colors Are Incorrect
When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Maintenance Procedure Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning the Print Head...
Page 62: Maintenance Procedure
Maintenance Procedure If print results are blurred, colors are not printed correctly, or print results are unsatisfactory (e.g. misaligned printed ruled lines), perform the maintenance procedure below. Important • Do not rinse or wipe the FINE cartridge. This can cause trouble with the FINE cartridge. Note •...
Page 63 Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer After cleaning the print head, print and examine the nozzle check pattern: Step1 If the problem is not resolved after cleaning the print head twice: Clean the print head deeply. Step4 From the computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer If the problem is not resolved, turn off the power and clean the print head deeply again after 24 hours.
Page 64: Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzle. Note • If the remaining ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly. Replace the FINE cartridge whose ink is low.
Page 65: Examining The Nozzle Check Pattern
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the print head if necessary. 1. Check if there are missing lines in the pattern (A) or horizontal white streaks in the pattern (B). (C) Number of sheets printed so far If there are missing lines in the pattern (A): Cleaning the print head is required.
Page 66: Cleaning The Print Head
Cleaning the Print Head Clean the print head if lines are missing or if horizontal white streaks are present in the printed nozzle check pattern. Cleaning unclogs the nozzles and restores the print head condition. Cleaning the print head consumes ink, so clean the print head only when necessary. 1.
Page 67: Performing Maintenance From A Computer
Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning Inside the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer...
Page 68: Cleaning The Print Heads From Your Computer
The procedure for cleaning the print head is as follows: Cleaning 1. Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Click the Cleaning icon When the dialog opens, select the ink group for which cleaning is to be performed.
Page 69 When the dialog opens, select the ink group for which deep cleaning is to be performed. Click to display the items you need to check before performing deep cleaning. 3. Execute deep cleaning Make sure that the printer is on and then click OK. Click OK when the confirmation message appears.
Page 70: Cleaning Inside The Printer
The procedure for performing bottom plate cleaning is as follows: Bottom Plate Cleaning 1. Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Click the Bottom Plate Cleaning icon The dialog opens. 3. Load paper in the printer As instructed in the dialog, fold the A4 size or Letter size plain paper in half horizontally, and then unfold the sheet.
Page 71: Cleaning The Paper Feed Rollers From Your Computer
1. Prepare the printer Remove all sheets of paper from the rear tray. 2. Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 3. Click the Roller Cleaning icon The confirmation message appears. 4. Execute paper feed roller cleaning Make sure that the printer is on and then click OK.
Page 72: Use Your Computer To Print A Nozzle Check Pattern
Print the pattern if printing becomes faint, or if a specific color fails to print. The procedure for printing a nozzle check pattern is as follows: Nozzle Check 1. Select Test Print from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Click the Nozzle Check icon The confirmation message appears. Click to display the items that you need to check before printing the nozzle check pattern.
Page 73: Aligning The Print Head Position From Your Computer
• If you are adjusting the head position while the software is being installed from the Setup CD-ROM, start from Step 3. Print Head Alignment 1. Select Test Print from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Click the Print Head Alignment icon A message is displayed. 3. Load paper in the printer Load three sheets of A4 size or Letter size plain paper into the rear tray.
Page 74 Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical streaks. (A) Least noticeable vertical streaks (B) Most noticeable vertical streaks • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable horizontal streaks.
Page 75 8. Confirm the displayed message and click OK The third pattern is printed. 9. Check the printed pattern Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least noticeable horizontal stripes in the associated boxes, and click OK. Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable horizontal stripes.
Page 76: Cleaning The Printer
Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller Cleaning the Inside of the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning)
Page 77: Cleaning The Exterior Of The Printer
Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Be sure to use a soft and dry cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface gently. Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning. Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the printer. •...
Page 78: Cleaning The Paper Feed Roller
Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller If the paper feed rollers are dirty or paper powder is attached to it, paper may not be fed properly. In this case, clean the paper feed rollers from the computer. Cleaning will wear out the paper feed rollers, so perform this only when necessary.
Page 79: Cleaning The Inside Of The Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning)
Cleaning the Inside of the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Remove stains from the inside of the printer. If the inside of the printer becomes dirty, printed paper may get dirty, so we recommend performing cleaning regularly. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper* * Be sure to use a new piece of paper.
Page 80 Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the printer.
Page 81: Changing The Printer Settings
Changing the Printer Settings Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer...
Page 82: Changing Printer Settings From Your Computer
Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Registering a Changed Printing Profile Setting the Ink Cartridge to be Used Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise Changing the Printer Operation Mode...
Page 83: Checking The Ink Status From Your Computer
You can check the remaining ink level and the FINE cartridge types for your model. 1. Select Ink Level Information from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility An illustration of the ink types and their status is displayed.
Page 84: Registering A Changed Printing Profile
Registering a Changed Printing Profile You can name and register the printing profile you made in the Print Dialog. The registered printing profile can be called up from Presets to be used. You can also delete the unnecessary printing profile. The procedure for registering a printing profile is as follows: Registering a Printing Profile 1.
Page 85: Deleting Unnecessary Printing Profile
Deleting Unnecessary Printing Profile 1. Select the printing profile to be deleted • If you are using Mac OS X v10.8 or Mac OS X v10.7 In the print dialog, select Show Presets... in the Presets section. Then in the dialog that appears, select the name of the printing profile to be deleted.
Page 86: Setting The Ink Cartridge To Be Used
The procedure for specifying the FINE cartridge is as follows: 1. Select Ink Cartridge Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Select the FINE cartridge to be used Select the FINE cartridge you use for printing, and click Apply.
Page 87: Managing The Printer Power
The Power Off function turns off the printer. When you use this function, you will not be able to turn the printer on from the printer driver. 1. Select Power Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Execute power off Click Power Off, and when the confirmation message appears, click OK.
Page 88: Reducing The Printer Noise
The procedure for using the quiet mode is as follows: 1. Select Quiet Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Note • If the computer is unable to communicate with the printer, a message may be displayed because the computer cannot access the function information that was set on the printer.
Page 89 3. Apply the settings Make sure that the printer is on and click Apply. Click OK when the confirmation message appears. The settings are enabled hereafter. Note • The effects of the quiet mode may be less depending on the print quality settings.
Page 90: Changing The Printer Operation Mode
1. Make sure that the printer is on, and then select Custom Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Note • If the computer is unable to communicate with the printer, a message may be displayed because the computer cannot access the function information that was set on the printer.
Page 91: Tips For Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality
Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality Useful Information about Ink Key Points to Successful Printing Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper Storing Printed Images Printer Handling Precautions Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer...
Page 92: Useful Information About Ink
Useful Information about Ink How is ink used for various purposes other than printing? Ink may be used for purposes other than printing. Ink is not only used for printing, but also for cleaning the print head to maintain the optimal printing quality. The printer has the function to automatically clean the ink jet nozzles to prevent clogging.
Page 93: Key Points To Successful Printing
Key Points to Successful Printing Check the printer status before printing! • Is the print head OK? If a print head nozzle is clogged, print will be faint and papers will be wasted. Print the nozzle check pattern to check the print head. Maintenance Procedure •...
Page 94: Be Sure To Make Paper Settings After Loading Paper
Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper If the media type setting is not the one for the loaded paper, printing results may not be satisfactory. After loading paper, be sure to select the appropriate media type setting for the loaded paper. Print Results Not Satisfactory There are various types of paper: paper with special coating on the surface for printing photos with optimal quality and paper suitable for documents.
Page 95: Storing Printed Images
Storing Printed Images Store printed images in albums, clear photo sleeves, or glass frames to protect them from direct exposure to air. Note • Storing printed images without sufficient drying may cause blurring or discoloration.
Page 96: Printer Handling Precautions
Printer Handling Precautions Do not place any object on the printer! Do not place any object on the printer. It will fall into the rear tray and cause the printer to malfunction. Also, place the printer where objects will not fall on it.
Page 97: Key To Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality
Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality The key to printing with the optimal printing quality is to prevent the print head from drying or clogging. Always observe the following rules for optimal printing quality. Never unplug the power cord until the power is turned off! If you press the ON/RESUME button to turn off the power, the printer caps the print head (nozzles) automatically to prevent from drying.
Page 98: Precautions For Safe Transport Of The Printer
Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer When relocating the printer, make sure of the following. Important • Pack the printer in a sturdy box so that it is placed with its bottom facing down, using sufficient protective material to ensure safe transport. •...
Page 99: Legal Limitations On Use Of Your Product And Use Of Images
Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images It may be unlawful to print the following documents. The list provided is non-exhaustive. When in doubt, check with a legal representative in your jurisdiction. • Paper money • Money orders •...
Page 100: Specifications
Weight Approx. 5.0 lb (Approx. 2.3 kg) * With the FINE Cartridges installed. Canon FINE Cartridge Total 1280 nozzles (BK 320 nozzles, C/M/Y each 320 nozzles) Minimum System Requirements Conform to the operating system's requirements when higher than those given here.
Page 101 XGA 1024 x 768 Other Supported OS Some functions may not be available with each OS. Refer to the manual or the Canon web site for details on operation with Windows RT. • An internet connection is required to view the Online Manual.
Page 102: Printing
Printing Printing from a Computer Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver)
Page 103: Printing From A Computer
Printing from a Computer Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver)
Page 104: Printing With Application Software That You Are Using (Printer Driver)
Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) Printing with Easy Setup Basic Various Printing Methods Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Overview of the Printer Driver Updating the Printer Driver Sharing the Printer on a Network...
Page 105: Printing With Easy Setup
Printing with Easy Setup The simple setup procedure for carrying out appropriate printing on this printer is as follows: Check that the printer is turned on Load paper on the printer 3. Select the printer Select your model from the Printer list in the Print Dialog.
Page 106 5. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu 6. Select the media type For Media Type, select the same paper type loaded in the printer.
Page 107 7. Select the print quality For Print Quality, select High, Standard, or Draft according to your purpose. Important • The print quality settings that can be selected may differ depending on a printing profile. 8. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the document will be printed in accordance with the type and size of the media.
Page 108 Important • In the Presets section, click Save Current Settings as Preset... (Save As...) to register the specified settings.
Page 109: Setting The Media Type With The Printer Driver
Media Type in the printer driver Plain Paper (including recycled paper) Plain Paper Envelopes Envelope Canon genuine papers (Photo Printing) Media name <Model No.> Media Type in the printer driver Photo Paper Plus Glossy II <PP-201> Photo Paper Plus Glossy II Photo Paper Glossy <GP-501/GP-601>...
Page 110: Various Printing Methods
Various Printing Methods Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Setting the Stapling Margin Scaling the Printing to Fit the Paper Size Scaled Printing Page Layout Printing Displaying the Print Results before Printing Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size)
Page 111: Setting The Number Of Copies And Printing Order
Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Collate pages + Reverse Collate pages + Normal Reverse The procedure for specifying the number of copies and printing order is as follows: 1. Specify the number of copies to be printed Specify the number of copies to print from the Copies in the Print Dialog.
Page 112 5. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the specified number of copies will be printed with the specified printing order. Important • When the application software that you used to create the document has the same function, specify the settings on the printer driver.
Page 113: Setting The Stapling Margin
Setting the Stapling Margin The procedure for setting the margin width and the staple side is as follows: 1. Select Margin from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog 2. Set the margin width and the staple side If necessary, set the Margin width, and select a stapling position from the Stapling Side list. Note •...
Page 114: Scaling The Printing To Fit The Paper Size
Scaling the Printing to Fit the Paper Size The procedure for printing a document that is automatically enlarged or reduced to fit the page size to be used is as follows: 1. Check the paper size Check that the Paper Size in the Print Dialog is the same as the paper size that you set in the application software.
Page 115 Click Print. When you execute print, the document will be enlarged or reduced to fit to the page size.
Page 116: Scaled Printing
Scaled Printing The procedure for printing a document with pages enlarged or reduced is as follows: 1. Select the printer In the Page Setup Dialog, select your model name from the Format For list. 2. Set scaled printing Specify the scaling factor in the Scale box, and click OK. Note •...
Page 117: Page Layout Printing
Page Layout Printing The page layout printing function allows you to print more than one page image on a single sheet of paper. The procedure for performing page layout printing is as follows: 1. Select Layout from the pop-up menu in the Print Dialog 2.
Page 118 4. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the specified number of pages will be arranged on each sheet of paper in the specified order.
Page 119: Displaying The Print Results Before Printing
Displaying the Print Results before Printing If you are using Mac OS X v10.6.8, you can display and check the print result before printing. To display the print result before printing, click Preview on the Print Dialog. Note • When you click (the disclosure triangle) in the Print dialog and switch to the detailed display, Preview is not displayed.
Page 120: Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size)
Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) You can specify any height and width of paper when that particular size cannot be selected from the Paper Size menu. Such a paper size is called "custom size." The procedure for specifying a custom size is as follows: 1.
Page 121: Changing The Print Quality And Correcting Image Data
Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Specifying Color Correction Optimal Photo Printing of Image Data Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Application Software) Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver) Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness...
Page 122: Setting The Print Quality Level (Custom)
Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) The print quality level can be set in the Custom. The procedure for setting the print quality level is as follows: 1. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog 2.
Page 123: Printing A Color Document In Monochrome
Printing a Color Document in Monochrome The procedure for printing a color document in monochrome is as follows: 1. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog 2. Set grayscale printing Check the Grayscale Printing check box. 3.
Page 124: Specifying Color Correction
You can specify the color correction method suited to the type of document to be printed. Normally, the printer driver adjusts the colors by using Canon Digital Photo Color so that data is printed with color tints that most people prefer.
Page 125 Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Application Software) Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver)
Page 126: Optimal Photo Printing Of Image Data
Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver Describes the procedure for printing by using the color correction function of the printer driver. • To print using Canon Digital Photo Color The printer prints data with color tints that most people prefer, reproducing colors of the original image data and producing three-dimensional effects and high, sharp contrasts.
Page 127: Adjusting Colors With The Printer Driver
You can specify the color correction function of the printer driver to print with color tints that most people prefer through the use of Canon Digital Photo Color. When printing from an application software that can identify ICC profiles and allows you to specify them, use a printing ICC profile in the application software, and select settings for color management.
Page 128: Printing With Icc Profiles (Specifying An Icc Profile From The Application Software)
Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Application Software) When you print from Adobe Photoshop, Canon Digital Photo Professional, or any application software that can identify input ICC profiles and allows you to specify such profiles, printer uses the color management system (ColorSync) built-into Mac OS when printing.
Page 129 Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast...
Page 130: Printing With Icc Profiles (Specifying An Icc Profile From The Printer Driver)
Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver) Print from an application software that cannot identify or specify input ICC profiles by using the color space of the input ICC profile (sRGB) found in the data. 1.
Page 131: Adjusting Color Balance
Adjusting Color Balance You can adjust the color tints when printing. Since this function adjusts color balance of the output by changing the ink ratios of each color, it changes the total color balance of the document. Use the application software when you want to change the color balance significantly.
Page 132: Related Topics
Important • Adjust the slider gradually. 3. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the document is printed with the adjusted color balance. Important • When the Grayscale Printing check box is checked for Quality & Media, the color balance (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) appear grayed out and are unavailable.
Page 133: Adjusting Brightness
Adjusting Brightness You can change the brightness of the overall image data during printing. This function does not change pure white or pure black but it changes the brightness of the intermediate colors. The following sample shows the print result when the brightness setting is changed. Light is selected Normal is selected Dark is selected...
Page 134 Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast...
Page 135: Adjusting Intensity
Adjusting Intensity You can dilute (brighten) or intensify (darken) the colors of the overall image data during printing. The following sample shows the case when the intensity is increased so that all colors become more intense when the image data is printed. No adjustment Higher intensity The procedure for adjusting intensity is as follows:...
Page 136 Important • If you select ColorSync for Color Matching, then the Intensity appears grayed out and is unavailable. Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Contrast...
Page 137: Adjusting Contrast
Adjusting Contrast You can adjust the image contrast during printing. To make the differences between the light and dark portions of images greater and more distinct, increase the contrast. On the other hand, to make the differences between the light and dark portions of images smaller and less distinct, reduce the contrast.
Page 138 Important • If you select ColorSync for Color Matching, then the Contrast appears grayed out and is unavailable. Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Intensity...
Page 139: Overview Of The Printer Driver
Page Setup Dialog Print Dialog Quality & Media Color Options Margin Canon IJ Printer Utility Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility Maintenance of this Printer Display the Printing Status Screen Deleting the Undesired Print Job Instructions for Use (Printer Driver)
Page 140: Canon Ij Printer Driver
Canon IJ Printer Driver The Canon IJ printer driver (called printer driver below) is a software that is installed on your computer for printing data with this printer. The printer driver converts the print data created by your application software into data that your printer can understand, and sends the converted data to the printer.
Page 141: How To Open The Printer Driver Setup Window
How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window You can display the printer driver setup window from the application software you are using. Opening the Page Setup Dialog Use this procedure to set the page (paper) settings before printing. 1. Select Page Setup... from the File menu of the application software Page Setup Dialog opens.
Page 142: Page Setup Dialog
Page Setup Dialog In the Page Setup dialog, you configure the basic print settings such as the size of paper loaded in the printer or the scaling ratio. To open the Page Setup dialog, you typically select Page Setup... from the File menu of your application software.
Page 143: Print Dialog
Print Dialog In the Print dialog, you can set paper type and print quality to start printing. To open the Print dialog, you typically select Print... from the File menu of your application software. Printer Select the model to be used for printing. When you click Add Printer..., a dialog for specifying the printer opens.
Page 144 Layout You can set page layout printing. Use Reverse page orientation to change the paper orientation, and use Flip horizontally to print a mirror image of the document. Color Matching You can select the color correction method. Paper Handling You can set the pages to be printed on paper and the print order. Cover Page You can output cover pages both before and after a document.
Page 145: Quality & Media
Quality & Media This dialog allows you to create a basic print setup in accordance with the paper type. Unless special printing is required, normal printing can be performed just by setting the items in this dialog. Media Type Select the type of media to be used. You must select the type of media actually loaded in the printer.
Page 146 Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Printing a Color Document in Monochrome...
Page 147: Color Options
Color Options This dialog allows you to adjust the print color as you like. If the color of the printed image is not as expected, adjust the properties in the dialog and retry printing. The adjustments made here do not affect the colors of the original print data unlike application software dedicated to image processing.
Page 148 Use the printer driver only when adjusting the color balance slightly. To change the color balance significantly, use the application software. Brightness Select the brightness of printed images. You cannot change the levels of pure white and black. You can change the contrast of the colors between white and black.
Page 149: Margin
Margin This dialog allows you to set the stapling side and amount of margin for stapling multiple sheets of paper. Margin Specify the amount of margin space for stapling the paper. Enter a value between 0 inches (0 mm) to 1.2 inches (30 mm).
Page 150: Canon Ij Printer Utility
The Canon IJ Printer Utility allows you to perform printer maintenance or change the settings of the printer. What You Can Do with the Canon IJ Printer Utility You can switch between pages in Canon IJ Printer Utility by the pop-up menu. You can choose one of the following items from the pop-up menu.
Page 151 Related Topics Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning Inside the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Setting the Ink Cartridge to be Used Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise...
Page 152: Opening The Canon Ij Printer Utility
Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility To open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, follow the steps below. 1. Open System Preferences, and select Print & Scan (Print & Fax) 2. Start the Canon IJ Printer Utility Select your model from the printer list, and click Options & Supplies..
Page 153: Maintenance Of This Printer
Maintenance of this Printer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning Inside the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Setting the Ink Cartridge to be Used Managing the Printer Power...
Page 154: Display The Printing Status Screen
Display the Printing Status Screen Check the print progress according to the following procedure: 1. Launch the printing status screen • If the print data has been sent to the printer The printing status screen opens automatically. To display the printing status screen, click the (the printer icon) displayed on the Dock.
Page 155 Deletes the specified print job. Stops printing the specified document. Resumes printing the specified document. Displays the print job information. Stops printing all documents. Displayed only when printing of all documents is being stopped, and resumes printing all documents.
Page 156: Deleting The Undesired Print Job
Deleting the Undesired Print Job If the printer does not start printing, canceled or failed print job data may be remaining. Delete unnecessary print jobs from the print status check screen. 1. Open System Preferences, and select Print & Scan (Print & Fax) 2.
Page 157: Instructions For Use (Printer Driver)
Format For list. If you select another printer, printing may not be performed properly. • If the Canon IJ Printer Utility does not display the remaining ink level in the Ink Level Information, check whether the FINE cartridge is properly installed.
Page 158: Updating The Printer Driver
Updating the Printer Driver Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List Before Installing the Printer Driver Installing the Printer Driver...
Page 159: Obtaining The Latest Printer Driver
Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver By updating the printer driver to the latest version of the printer driver, unresolved problems may be solved. You can access our website and download the latest printer driver for your model. Important • You can download the printer driver for free, but any Internet access charges incurred are your responsibility.
Page 160: Delete The Unnecessary Canon Ij Printer From The Printer List
The procedure to delete the unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the printer list is as follows: You cannot delete the Canon IJ Printer unless you are logged in as a user with the administrative right. For information about an administrative user, refer to the user's manual for the Mac OS.
Page 161: Before Installing The Printer Driver
Before Installing the Printer Driver This section describes the items that you should check before installing the printer driver. You should also refer to this section if the printer driver cannot be installed. Checking the Printer Status • Confirm that the USB port of this printer and the computer are firmly connected with the USB cable. Checking the Personal Computer Settings •...
Page 162: Installing The Printer Driver
• You can download the printer driver for free, but you are responsible for paying any connection fees to the Internet. Related Topics Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List Before Installing the Printer Driver...
Page 163: Sharing The Printer On A Network
Sharing the Printer on a Network When multiple computers are being used in the network environment, you can share the printer connected to one computer with the other computers. Before carrying out the setup for printer sharing, select Network from System Preferences, and check whether the network settings have been set.
Page 164: Settings On Print Server
Settings on Print Server When you use the printer on a network, set up the printer driver for sharing on the print server system. The procedure for setting up the print server systems is as follows: Install the printer driver on the print server system 2.
Page 165: Settings On Client Pc
Settings on Client PC After setting up the print server system, set up the client system. The procedure for setting up the client systems is as follows: Install the printer driver on the client systems 2. Display the printer list Open System Preferences, and select Print &...
Page 166: Restrictions On Printer Sharing
Restrictions on Printer Sharing These are restrictions that apply when you are using a printer in a network environment. • Install the same version of the printer driver in the print server system and the client systems. You can download the latest printer driver from our web site. •...
Page 167: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The Printer Cannot Be Powered On Printing Does Not Start Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Print Results Not Satisfactory Ink Is Not Ejected Paper Jams If an Error Occurs Search Each Function Problems with Printing Problems with Printing Quality Problems with the Printer Problems with Installation/Downloading About Errors/Messages Displayed...
Page 168: Problems With Printing
Problems with Printing Printing Does Not Start Paper Jams Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Printing Stops Before It Is Completed...
Page 169: Printing Does Not Start
Printing Does Not Start Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged in, then press the ON/ Check1 RESUME button to turn the printer on. While the POWER lamp is flashing, the printer is initializing. Wait until the POWER lamp stops flashing and remains lit.
Page 170: Paper Jams
Paper Jams When paper is jammed, the Alarm lamp flashes orange and a troubleshooting message is displayed on the computer screen automatically. Take the appropriate action described in the message. * The screen differs depending on the OS you are using. For details on how to remove the jammed paper, refer to Support Code List (When Paper Is Jammed).
Page 171: Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs
Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Make sure that paper is loaded. Check1 Loading Paper Make sure of the following when you load paper. Check2 • When loading two or more sheets of paper, align the edges of the sheets before loading. •...
Page 172 Clean the paper feed roller. Check7 Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Note • Cleaning the paper feed roller will wear the roller, so perform this procedure only when necessary.
Page 173: Printing Stops Before It Is Completed
Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Is the paper loaded? Check1 Make sure that paper is loaded. If the printer has run out of paper, load paper. Do the printing documents have lots of photographs or illustrations? Check2 As printing large data such as photos or graphics takes time for the printer and the computer to process, the printer may appear to have stopped operating.
Page 174: Problems With Printing Quality
Problems with Printing Quality Print Results Not Satisfactory Ink Is Not Ejected...
Page 175: Print Results Not Satisfactory
Print Results Not Satisfactory If the print result is not satisfactory due to white streaks, misaligned lines, or uneven colors, confirm the paper and print quality settings first. Do the page size and media type settings match the size and type of the loaded Check1 paper? When these settings are incorrect, you cannot obtain a proper print result.
Page 176: Cannot Print To End Of Job
Cannot Print to End of Job Is the space of your computer's hard disk sufficient? Check Delete unnecessary files to free disk space.
Page 177: No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks
No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks No Printing Results Printing Is Blurred Colors Are Wrong White Streaks...
Page 178 Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Check1 Print Results Not Satisfactory Print the Nozzle Check Pattern and perform any necessary maintenance Check2 operations such as Print Head Cleaning. Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles. Refer to When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect for the Nozzle Check Pattern printing, Print Head...
Page 179: Colors Are Unclear
Colors Are Unclear Is the Nozzle Check Pattern printed properly? Check1 Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles. Refer to When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect for the Nozzle Check Pattern printing, Print Head Cleaning, and Print Head Deep Cleaning.
Page 180: Lines Are Misaligned
Lines Are Misaligned Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Check1 Print Results Not Satisfactory Perform Print Head Alignment. Check2 If printed lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position. Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Increase the print quality and try printing again.
Page 181: Printed Paper Curls Or Has Ink Blots
Is Photo Paper used for printing photographs? Check3 When printing data with high color saturation such as photographs or images in deep color, we recommend using Photo Paper Plus Glossy II or other Canon speciality paper. Media Types You Can Use...
Page 182: Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched
Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Paper Is Smudged The Edges of Paper Are Smudged Printed Surface Is Smudged Printed Surface Is Scratched Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Check1 Print Results Not Satisfactory Is the appropriate type of paper used? Check the followings: Check2 Check to see if the paper you are printing on is suitable for your printing purpose.
Page 183 2. Check that the paper is now flat. We recommend printing curl-corrected paper one sheet at a time. Note • Depending on the media type, the paper may be smudged or may not be fed properly even if it is not curled inward.
Page 184 Doing so gives the printed surface enough time to dry so that paper smudged and scratched are prevented. 1. Make sure that the printer is turned on. 2. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility 3.
Page 185: Back Of The Paper Is Smudged
Back of the Paper Is Smudged Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Check1 Print Results Not Satisfactory Perform the Bottom Plate Cleaning to clean the inside of the printer. Check2 Cleaning Inside the Printer Note • When performing duplex printing or too much printing, the inside may become stained with ink.
Page 186: Colors Are Uneven Or Streaked
Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Colors Are Uneven Colors Are Streaked Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Check1 Print Results Not Satisfactory Print the Nozzle Check Pattern and perform any necessary maintenance Check2 operations such as Print Head Cleaning. Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles.
Page 187 Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer...
Page 188: Ink Is Not Ejected
Ink Is Not Ejected When a FINE cartridge runs out of ink, replace it with a new one. Check1 Is the FINE cartridge installed properly? Check2 If the FINE cartridge is not installed securely, ink may not be ejected correctly. Retract the output tray extension and the paper output tray, open the cover, then remove the FINE cartridges.
Page 189: Problems With The Printer
Problems with the Printer The Printer Cannot Be Powered On The Printer Turns Off Unintentionally Cannot Connect to Computer Properly FINE Cartridge Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing...
Page 190: The Printer Cannot Be Powered On
The Printer Cannot Be Powered On Press the ON/RESUME button. Check1 Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged into the power cord Check2 connector of the printer, then turn it back on. Unplug the printer from the power supply, then plug the printer back in and turn Check3 the printer back on after leaving it for at least 2 minutes.
Page 191: The Printer Turns Off Unintentionally
The printer turns off automatically according to the elapsed time you specified if you activate the setting to turn the unit off automatically. If you do not want the printer to turn off automatically, open Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Power Settings in the pop-up menu, then select Disable for Auto Power Off on Auto Power.
Page 192: Cannot Connect To Computer Properly
Cannot Connect to Computer Properly Printing Speed Is Slow/Hi-Speed USB Connection Does Not Work If your system environment is not fully compatible with Hi-Speed USB, the printer will operate at a lower speed provided under USB 1.1. In this case, the printer operates properly but printing speed may slow down due to communication speed.
Page 193: Fine Cartridge Holder Does Not Move To The Position For Replacing
FINE Cartridge Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing Is the POWER lamp off? Check1 Check if the POWER lamp is lit. The FINE cartridge holder will not move unless the power is on. If the POWER lamp is off, close the cover and turn the printer on.
Page 194: Problems With Installation/Downloading
Problems with Installation/Downloading Cannot Install the Printer Driver...
Page 195: Cannot Install The Printer Driver
Cannot Install the Printer Driver Reinstall the printer driver. When you reinstall the printer driver, install it from our website.
Page 196: About Errors/Messages Displayed
About Errors/Messages Displayed If an Error Occurs A Message Is Displayed...
Page 197: If An Error Occurs
If an Error Occurs When an error occurs in printing such as the printer is out of paper or paper is jammed, a troubleshooting message is displayed automatically. Take the appropriate action described in the message. When an error occurs, the Alarm lamp flashes orange and a Support Code (error number) is displayed on the computer screen.
Page 198 Support Code Corresponding to the Number of Alternate Flashes of the POWER Lamp and the Alarm Lamp Example of 2 times flashing: (A) Flashes (B) Goes off Number of flashes Cause Support Code 2 flashes Printer error has occurred. 5100 7 flashes Printer error has occurred.
Page 199: A Message Is Displayed
A Message Is Displayed This section describes some of the errors or messages. Note • A Support Code (error number) is displayed on the computer for some error or message. For details on errors with Support Codes, refer to Support Code List.
Page 200 1. Stop the Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program. Changing the setting: 2. Select Applications from the Go menu of Finder, and double-click the Canon Utilities folder, then the Inkjet Extended Survey Program folder. 3. Place the Canon Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program.app file into the Trash.
Page 201: If You Cannot Resolve The Problem
If you cannot resolve the problem with any of the workarounds in this chapter, please contact the seller of the printer or the service center. Canon support staff are trained to be able to provide technical support to satisfy customers. Caution •...
Page 202: Support Code List
Support Code List The support code appears on the computer screen when an error occurs. "Support Code" means the error number and appears with an error message. When an error occurs, check the support code displayed on the computer screen and take the appropriate action.
Page 203: Support Code List (When Paper Is Jammed)
Support Code List (When Paper Is Jammed) If the paper is jammed, remove it following the procedure appropriate for each case. • If you can see the jammed paper at the paper output slot or the rear tray: 1300 • If the paper tears and you cannot remove it from the paper output slot or from the rear tray: Paper Is Jammed inside the Printer •...
Page 204 1300 Cause Paper is jammed in the paper output slot or in the rear tray. Action Remove the jammed paper following the procedure below. Important • When the paper jam error has occurred, you cannot turn the printer off the even if you press the ON/ RESUME button on the printer.
Page 205 If you cannot remove the paper or the paper tears inside the printer, or if the paper jam error continues after removing the paper, contact the service center.
Page 206: Paper Is Jammed Inside The Printer
Paper Is Jammed inside the Printer If the jammed paper tears and you cannot remove the paper either from the paper output slot or from the rear tray, or if the jammed paper remains inside the printer, remove the paper following the procedure below.
Page 207 3. Hold the jammed paper with your hands. If the paper is rolled up, pull it out. 4. Pull the paper slowly not to tear it, then pull the paper out. 5. Make sure that all the jammed paper is removed. If the paper is torn, a piece of paper may remain inside the printer.
Page 208 • Does the piece of paper remain in the right side or the left side space (B) inside the printer? 6. Close the cover. 7. Reload the paper, and press the ON/RESUME button on the printer. The printer resumes printing. Note •...
Page 209: In Other Cases
In Other Cases Make sure of the following: Are there any foreign objects around the paper output slot? Check1 Are there any foreign objects in the rear tray? Check2 If there are any foreign objects in the rear tray, be sure to turn off the printer, unplug it from the power supply, then remove the foreign object.
Page 210 1000 Cause There is no paper in the rear tray. Action Load paper in the rear tray and press the printer's ON/RESUME button. Important • When the paper out error has occurred, you cannot turn the printer off the even if you press the ON/ RESUME button on the printer.
Page 211 1200 Cause The cover is open. Action Close the cover and wait for a while.
Page 212 1203 Cause The cover is opened while printing is in progress. Action If paper is left inside the printer, remove the paper slowly with both hands and close the cover. Press the printer's ON/RESUME button to dismiss the error. The printer ejects one blank sheet of paper and resumes printing from the next paper. The printer will not reprint the page that was printed when the cover is opened.
Page 213 1401 Cause The FINE cartridge is not installed. Action Install the FINE cartridge. If the error is not resolved, the FINE cartridge may be damaged. Contact the service center.
Page 214 1403 Cause The FINE cartridge cannot be recognized. Action Replace the FINE cartridge. If the error is not resolved, the FINE cartridge may be damaged. Contact the service center.
Page 215 1485 Cause Appropriate ink cartridge is not installed. Action Printing cannot be executed because the ink cartridge is not compatible with this printer. Install the appropriate ink cartridge. If you want to cancel printing, press the printer's ON/RESUME button.
Page 216 1682 Cause The FINE cartridge cannot be recognized. Action Replace the FINE cartridge. If the error is not resolved, the FINE cartridge may be damaged. Contact the service center.
Page 217 1684 Cause The ink cartridge cannot be recognized. Action Printing cannot be executed because the ink cartridge may not be installed properly or may not be compatible with this printer. Install the appropriate ink cartridge. If you want to cancel printing, press the printer's ON/RESUME button.
Page 218 If you want to continue printing without this function, press the printer's ON/RESUME button for at least 5 seconds. Canon recommends to use new genuine Canon cartridges in order to obtain optimum qualities. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble caused by continuation of printing under the ink out condition.
Page 219 1687 Cause The FINE cartridge is not installed properly. Action Retract the output tray extension and the paper output tray, open the cover, then remove the FINE cartridges. Then install the FINE cartridges again. Push the FINE cartridge until it clicks into place. After installing, close the cover.
Page 220 1688 Cause The ink has run out. Action Replace the ink cartridge and close the cover. If printing is in progress and you want to continue printing, press the printer's ON/RESUME button for at least 5 seconds with the ink cartridge installed. Then printing can continue under the ink out condition. The function for detecting the remaining ink level will be disabled.
Page 221 1700 Cause The ink absorber is almost full. Action Press the printer's ON/RESUME button to continue printing. Contact the service center.
Page 222 1701 Cause The ink absorber is almost full. Action Press the printer's ON/RESUME button to continue printing. Contact the service center.
Page 223 1890 Cause The protective material for the FINE cartridge holder or the tape may remain attached to the holder. Action Make sure that the protective material or the tape does not remain attached to the FINE cartridge holder. If you find the protective material or the tape remains attached, retract the output tray extension and the paper output tray to remove the protective material or the tape.
Page 224 4100 Cause The specified data cannot be printed. Action When you print the contents on CREATIVE PARK PREMIUM, confirm the message on the computer screen, make sure that genuine Canon FINE cartridges are all installed properly, then start printing again.
Page 225 4102 Cause The media type and paper size are not set correctly. Action Press the printer's ON/RESUME button to cancel printing, change the media type or paper size setting, then print again. • When the media type is set to Photo Paper Plus Glossy II: Set the paper size to 4"x6"...
Page 226 5100 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Cancel printing, turn off the printer. Then clear the jammed paper or protective material that is preventing the FINE cartridge holder from moving, and turn on the printer again. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center. Important •...
Page 227 5200 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 228 5400 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 229: 5B00
5B00 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Contact the service center.
Page 230: 5B01
5B01 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Contact the service center.
Page 231 6000 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 232 6800 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 233 6801 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 234 6930 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 235 6931 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 236 6932 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 237 6933 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 238 6940 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 239 6941 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 240 6942 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 241 6943 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 242 6944 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 243 6945 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 244 6946 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
Page 245 B200 Cause An error requiring you to contact the service center has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Contact the service center.
Page 246 B201 Cause An error requiring you to contact the service center has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Contact the service center.

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