Page 1: User Manual
L a r g e F o r m a t Pr int er User Manual...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Introduction How to use th�s manual ..................1 About Th�s User Manual ......................1 Search�ng Top�cs .........................3 HTML Vers�on of the Manual for Pr�nt�ng ..................5 Printer Parts Pr�nter parts ....................13 Front ............................13 S�de ............................15 Top Cover (Ins�de) ........................16 Roll Cover (Ins�de) ........................17 Carr�age .............................17 Ink Tank Cover (Ins�de) ......................18 Stand ............................19...
Page 4 Contents Pr�nt�ng �n W�ndows ........................84 Pr�nt�ng �n Mac OS X .........................85 Spec�fy�ng Paper �n the Pr�nter Dr�ver (W�ndows) ..............87 Spec�fy�ng Paper �n the Pr�nter Dr�ver (Mac OS X) ..............89 Cancel�ng pr�nt jobs ..................91 Cancel�ng Pr�nt Jobs from the Control Panel ................91 Cancel�ng Pr�nt Jobs from W�ndows ..................92 Cancel�ng Pr�nt Jobs from Mac OS X ..................93 Paus�ng Pr�nt�ng ....................95...
Page 5 Contents Pr�nt�ng Photos and Images (W�ndows) ..................154 Pr�nt�ng Photos and Images (Mac OS X) ................156 Pr�nt�ng CAD Draw�ngs .................159 Pr�nt�ng CAD Draw�ngs ......................159 Pr�nt�ng L�ne Draw�ngs and Text ....................160 Pr�nt�ng L�ne Draw�ngs and Text (W�ndows) ................162 Pr�nt�ng L�ne Draw�ngs and Text (Mac OS X) ................164 Spec�fy�ng Colors and Pr�nt�ng CAD Draw�ngs ................167 Spec�fy�ng Colors and Pr�nt�ng CAD Draw�ngs (W�ndows) ............168 HP-GL/2 Pr�nt�ng ........................170...
Page 6 Contents Borderless Pr�nt�ng ..................232 Borderless Pr�nt�ng on Paper of Equ�valent S�ze ..............232 Borderless Pr�nt�ng by Res�z�ng Or�g�nals to Match the Paper S�ze (W�ndows) ......234 Borderless Pr�nt�ng by Res�z�ng Or�g�nals to Match the Paper S�ze (Mac OS X) ....236 Borderless Pr�nt�ng by Res�z�ng Or�g�nals to F�t the Roll W�dth ..........239 Borderless Pr�nt�ng by Res�z�ng Or�g�nals to F�t the Roll W�dth (W�ndows) ......241 Borderless Pr�nt�ng by Res�z�ng Or�g�nals to F�t the Roll W�dth (Mac OS X) ......243 Borderless Pr�nt�ng at Actual S�ze ...................246...
Page 7: Windows Software
Contents Other useful sett�ngs ..................318 Pr�nt�ng W�th Watermarks ......................318 Pr�nt�ng w�th Watermarks-COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (W�ndows)........319 Mak�ng the Or�g�nal Or�entat�on Match the Paper Or�entat�on ..........321 Mak�ng the Or�g�nal Or�entat�on Match the Paper Or�entat�on (W�ndows) .......322 Mak�ng the Or�g�nal Or�entat�on Match the Paper Or�entat�on (Mac OS X) ......324 Us�ng Favor�tes ........................327 Us�ng Favor�tes (W�ndows) .....................328 Us�ng Favor�tes (Mac OS X) ....................330...
Page 8: Free Layout
Contents Pr�or�ty sett�ng for rotat�ng 90 degrees ..................386 Pr�nt�ng w�th Select�ng the Layout ...................387 Enlarge/Reduce the screen d�splay ..................389 Mov�ng a Page ........................389 Us�ng the ruler .........................389 Free Layout ....................390 The Features of Free Layout ....................390 Operat�ng Env�ronment ......................390 Start�ng Free Layout ........................391 Free Layout Ma�n W�ndow .......................393 Deta�led Sett�ngs ........................394 Preferences D�alog Box ......................395...
Page 9: Mac Os X Software
Contents Sett�ng the Un�t Cost for Ink ....................442 Sett�ng the Un�t Cost for Paper ....................443 Sett�ng the Un�t Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper ............444 Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager ..........445 Automat�cally Acqu�r�ng Pr�nt Job Logs at Regular Intervals ...........446 Cancel�ng Regular Pr�nt Job Log Acqu�s�t�on ................446 Sw�tch�ng Between D�splay�ng Jobs on Pr�nter and Regularly Acqu�red Jobs ......447 Export�ng Pr�nt Job Data as a CSV F�le ..................447...
Page 10 Contents Color Sett�ngs Panel ........................487 Color Adjustment ........................488 Match�ng ..........................490 Dr�ver Match�ng Mode ......................492 ICC Match�ng Mode .........................493 ColorSync ..........................494 Preferences D�alog Box ......................495 Zoom D�alog Box ........................495 Go to Page D�alog Box ......................495 Pr�nt w�th No Borders ......................496 Pr�nt on the Center ........................497 Not Pr�nt Spaces at the Top/Bottom ..................498 Pr�nt Page Rotated 90 Degrees ....................499 D�splay w�th F�tt�ng to the W�dth of the Paper ................500...
Page 11 Contents Hot Folder ..........................539 Creat�ng a New Hot Folder ......................539 Ed�t�ng a Hot Folder (Sett�ng Pr�nt Cond�t�ons) ................541 Delet�ng a Hot Folder ......................543 Sett�ng the Pr�nt Parameters ....................544 Paper Sett�ngs Panel .......................544 Easy Sett�ngs ..........................546 Advanced Sett�ngs ........................548 Output Sett�ngs Panel ......................549 Color Sett�ngs Panel ........................551 Dr�ver Match�ng Mode ......................552 ICC Match�ng Mode .........................553...
Page 12 Contents Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks (Macintosh) ..........600 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network (Macintosh) ..........602 Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjust�ng the Pr�nthead .................603 Adjust�ng the Pr�nthead ......................603 Automat�c Adjustment to Stra�ghten L�nes and Colors (Head Pos�. Adj.) ........604 Manual Adjustment to Stra�ghten L�nes and Colors (Head Pos�.
Page 13 Contents Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Quest�ons .................655 Frequently Asked Quest�ons ....................655 Problems Regard�ng Paper ................657 Clear�ng Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) ................657 Clear�ng Jammed Roll Paper ....................659 Clear�ng a Jammed Sheet .......................662 Roll Paper Cannot be Inserted �nto the Paper Feed Slot ............665 Cannot load sheets .........................665 Paper �s not cut stra�ght ......................665 Paper �s not cut ........................665...
Page 14 Contents Installat�on problems ..................681 Remov�ng Installed Pr�nter Dr�vers ..................681 HP-GL/2 problems ..................682 W�th HP-GL/2, pr�nt�ng �s m�sal�gned ..................682 L�nes or �mages are m�ss�ng �n pr�nted HP-GL/2 jobs.............682 L�nes are pr�nted too th�ck or th�n �n HP-GL/2 pr�nt jobs ............682 HP-GL/2 jobs are pr�nted �n monochrome (or color) ...............682 Pr�nted colors of l�nes are �naccurate dur�ng HP-GL/2 pr�nt�ng ..........682 HP-GL/2 jobs are printed 6 mm larger than specified .............683...
Page 15 Contents Rema�n�ng level of the �nk cannot be correctly detected............703 Unable to detect �nk level correctly..................703 Close Ink Tank Cover ......................703 Ink tank �s empty........................704 Not much �nk �s left........................704 No �nk tank loaded........................704 Wrong �nk tank.........................704 Do not pull out �nk tank.
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Page 17: Introduction
How to use this manual Introduction How to use this manual About This User Manual • Symbols The following symbols are used in this User Manual to indicate safety information and explanations on restrictions or precautions in use. Important Indicates important information that must be followed when using the printer.
Page 18 Windows XP screens are used in explanations of Windows operations in this User Manual. • Trademarks • Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of Canon Inc. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Page 19: Searching Topics
How to use this manual Searching Topics You can nd information in topics of this User Manual by searching for relevant terms. Enter a term and click the Search button. Note • To search for multiple terms at once, enter a space between each term. Search results are listed at left.
Page 20 How to use this manual Click a topic you want to read. The terms you searched for will be highlighted in the topic. To review multiple topics at once, select the check box of desired topics and click the Apply button.
Page 21: Html Version Of The Manual For Printing
How to use this manual HTML Version of the Manual for Printing You can select a group of topics in the table of contents or individual topics in this manual for printing. The following procedure describes how to do this, using the information in Basic Printing Workow as an example.
Page 22 How to use this manual Click Access to the HTML for printing in the title area. The topics in Basic Printing Workow are displayed together in HTML format, ready for printing. 6 Introduction...
Page 23 How to use this manual Clear the sections you will not print and click the Apply button. Printing a group of individual topics in the manual When you access printable HTML versions from subtitles in the table of contents, you can specify a group of topics to print.
Page 24 How to use this manual Under Basic Printing Workow, click Printing Procedure. Click Access to the HTML for printing in the title area. 8 Introduction...
Page 25 How to use this manual The topics in Printing Procedure are displayed together in HTML format, ready for printing. Clear the topics you will not print and click the Apply button. Introduction 9...
Page 26: Printing Selected Topics
How to use this manual Printing selected topics Print selected topics as follows. Access the printing dialog box as follows, depending on your computer’s operating system. • Windows In Windows, right-click anywhere in the explanation area except on a gure or a link.In the shortcut menu, click Print to display the Print dialog box.
Page 27 How to use this manual • Macintosh On a Macintosh computer, click anywhere in the explanation area except on a gure or a link while holding the Ctrl key. In the shortcut menu, click Print Frame to display the Print dialog box. Specify conditions as needed, and then click Print (Windows) or Print (Macintosh).
Page 28 How to use this manual • Macintosh Note • To print only individual topics that are displayed, use this method. 12 Introduction...
Page 29: Printer Parts
Printer parts Printer Parts Printer parts Front a. Roll Cover Open this cover to load rolls. (→P.17) b. Paper Feed Slot When loading paper, insert it here. c. Roll Ledge When loading rolls, rest the Roll Holder here before loading it in the Roll Holder Slot. d.
Page 30 Printer parts m.Ejection Guide Guides printed documents as they are ejected. n. Top Cover Open this cover to install the Printhead and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer, as needed. (→P.16) o. Width Guide When loading the sheets , move the guide to match the paper size. Note •...
Page 31: S�De
Printer parts Side a. Manual Pocket Store printer manuals in this pocket. b. Ethernet Port Connect an Ethernet cable to this port. The lamp is lit if the Ethernet cable is connected correctly and communication is possible between the computer and printer. c.
Page 32: Top Cover (Ins�De)
Printer parts Top Cover (Inside) a. Carriage Moves the Printhead. The carriage serves a key role in printing. (→P.17) b. Carriage Shaft The Carriage slides along this shaft. c. Paper Retainer Important in supplying the paper. This retainer holds paper as it is fed. d.
Page 33: Roll Cover (Ins�De)
Printer parts Roll Cover (Inside) a. Roll Holder Load the roll on this holder. b. Holder Stopper Secure rolls on the Roll Holder with this part. c. Roll Loading Slots Slide the Roll Holder along these slots. d. Roll Holder Slot Load the Roll Holder into this holder slot.
Page 34: Ink Tank Cover (Ins�De)
Printer parts Ink Tank Cover (Inside) Left Side Right Side a. Ink Tank Lock Lever A lever that locks the Ink Tank in place and protects it. Lift and press down the lever when replacing an Ink Tank. b. Ink Set Label An Ink Tank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter “J”...
Page 35: Stand
Printer parts Stand The printer can be mounted on the following Stand. When using an optional Stand, you can store documents printed on rolls. • Printer Stand ST-26 a. Accessory Pocket Stores printer accessories. b. Output Stacker Printed documents are ejected into the output tray. c.
Page 36: Control Panel
Printer parts Control Panel a. Display Screen Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages. b. Data Lamp (green) • Flashing During printing, the Data lamp ashes when the printer is receiving or processing print jobs. Otherwise, this lamp ashes when the print job is paused or the printer is updating the rmware. •...
Page 37: Control Panel
Printer parts h. OK button Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to display the menu of the tab shown. Pressing this button in menu items of each tab for which is displayed at left will move to the lower level of the menu item, enabling you to execute menu commands or set menu values.
Page 38: Control Panel
Control Panel Control Panel Control Panel a. Display Screen Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages. b. Data Lamp (green) • Flashing During printing, the Data lamp ashes when the printer is receiving or processing print jobs. Otherwise, this lamp ashes when the print job is paused or the printer is updating the rmware.
Page 39 Control Panel g. Arrow buttons • ◄ button Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to move to another tab. In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to move to another digit. • ▲ button Press this button when viewing menus to display the next menu item or setting value. •...
Page 40: Turning The Printer On And Off
Press the Power button to turn on the printer. The printer will now start up. After the Display Screen shows the Canon logo, Starting up... Please wait. is displayed. The Power Lamp is lit when the printer nishes starting up, and the printer is now in Standby.
Page 41: Turning The Printer Off
Control Panel Turning the printer off Important • Never disconnect the printer’s power supply or unplug it during a print job. This may damage the printer. Make sure no print jobs are in progress. If the Message Lamp is ashing, check the message on the Display Screen and take action as necessary.
Page 42: Control Panel Display
Control Panel 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. Each tab is represented by an icon in the top row. Press the ◄...
Page 43: Printer Status And Modes
Control Panel Printer status and modes Printer status is classied according to the following ve 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. Any jobs sent from the computer are held without being printed.
Page 44: Mode Transition
Control Panel Mode transition • Mode display The printer mode is indicated as follows. *1: The printer automatically enters Sleep mode when idle for a specic period (by default, ve minutes), that is, if no print jobs are received or buttons are pressed while all covers are closed. However, it does not enter Sleep mode while error messages are displayed.
Page 45: How To View Instructions With Navigate
Control Panel 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 ▲ or ▼ to select the desired navigation menu. Press ▲...
Page 46: Printer Menu Operations
Control Panel Printer Menu Operations The printer menu is classied into menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu items only available during printing. • Menu operations when no print job is in progress (→P.30) • Menu operations during printing (→P.31) Menu operations when no print job is in progress To view available menus organized on tabs, select a tab on the Tab Selection screen and press the OK...
Page 47: Menu Operations During Printing
Control Panel Menu operations during printing To display menus during printing, select a tab on the Tab Selection screen on the Control Panel, and then press the OK button. Other menus are available after printing is nished. Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, pressing OK will not display menus. Menus can be selected after you resolve the problem.
Page 48: Menu Operations
Control Panel Menu Operations To view available menus organized on tabs, select a tab on the Tab Selection screen and press the OK button. For details, see “Menu Settings”. (→P.49) • Menus (when the Ink tab is selected and the OK button is pressed) Note •...
Page 49: Accessing Menus
Control Panel Accessing menus Printer menus are grouped by function. Menus are displayed with the upper line selected. You can use the buttons on the Control Panel to access each menu. • 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 ▲...
Page 50: Specifying Menu Items
Control Panel Specifying menu items Menu items can be set as follows. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired setting, and then press the OK button. After two seconds, the display reverts to the upper level menu. Note • If a conrmation message is displayed regarding the setting you entered, press the OK button.
Page 51: Menu Structure
Control Panel Menu Structure The menu structure is organized by tabs, as follows. Values at right indicated by an asterisk are the defaults. • Paper Menu (→P.35) • Ink Menu (→P.37) • Job Menu (→P.38) • Set./Adj. Menu (→P.39) For instructions on menu operations, see “Menu Operations”. (→P.32) For details on menu items, see “Menu Settings”.
Page 52 Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Standard Slow Trim Edge First Automatic CutDustReduct. VacuumStrngth Automatic * Strongest Strong Standard Weak Weakest Scan Wait Time 1 sec. 3 sec. 5 sec. 7 sec. 9 sec. Roll DryingTime 30 sec.
Page 53: Ink Menu
Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Return Defaults Paper Details Keep Paper Type Off * *1: For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.96) Types of paper in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel) are updated when you install the printer driver from the User Software CD-ROM or if you update paper information with the Media Conguration Tool.
Page 54: Job Menu
Control Panel Job Menu First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Job Log (Choose from Document Name information about the latest three print jobs.) User Name Page Count Job Status CANCELED Print Start Time yyyy/mm/dd hh:mm:ss Print End Time yyyy/mm/dd hh:mm:ss Print Time...
Page 55 Control Panel Set./Adj. Menu Second Fourth Seventh Eighth First Level Third Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Level Level Test Print Nozzle Check Status Print Interface Print GL2 Set Print Paper Details Print Job Menu Map Color Palette Adjust Head Posi.
Page 56 Control Panel Second Fourth Seventh Eighth First Level Third Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Level Level B:Standard/ Draft Adj. Fine Feed (*2) Mainte- Head Head nance Cleaning Cleaning Head Cleaning Nozzle Check Replace P.head Repl. maint cart Head Info Product Name: s/n:...
Page 57 Control Panel Second Fourth Seventh Eighth First Level Third Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Level Level Input 600dpi * Resolution 300dpi Print Off * (Economy) Paper Paper Automatic Manager Source Roll Paper Cut Sheet Margin (Standard) Conserve Off * Paper Auto Off *...
Page 58 Control Panel Second Fourth Seventh Eighth First Level Third Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Level Level Palette B (Select (Indicates (Specify the pen Width, the values number) Color, of Width, and Line Color, Attributes) and Line Attributes) Factory (Select (Indicates the pen...
Page 59 Control Panel Second Fourth Seventh Eighth First Level Third Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Level Level 30 min. 60 min. TCP/IP (*8) IPv4 IPv4 Mode Automatic Manual * Protocol DHCP (*4) Off * BOOTP Off * RARP Off * IPv4 IP Address xxx.xxx.xxx.
Page 60 Control Panel Second Fourth Seventh Eighth First Level Third Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Level Level Print Bindery Service PServer (*5) RPrinter PServer * NPrinter AppleTalk (*8) Off * Ethernet Auto On * Driver (*8) Detect Comm. Half Duplex Mode (*6) Full Duplex Ethernet...
Page 61 Control Panel Second Fourth Seventh Eighth First Level Third Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Level Level 60 min. 240 min. Buzzer On * Contrast -4, -3, -2, Adj. -1, 0*, +1, +2, +3, +4 Date & Date yyyy/mm/ Time (*8) dd (*7) Time...
Page 62 Control Panel Second Fourth Seventh Eighth First Level Third Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Level Level Islamabad +6:Dacca +7:Bangkok +8:Hong Kong +9:Tokyo, Seoul +10: Canberra +11New Caledonia +12: Wellington -12: Eniwetok -11:Midway -10:Hawaii (AHST) -9:Alaska (AKST) -8:Oregon (PST) -7:Arizona (MST) -6:Texas...
Page 63 Control Panel Second Fourth Seventh Eighth First Level Third Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Level Level Warning None * Paper Size Roll ISO A3 Basis Selection (297mm) * 300mm Roll Roll 10in. Selection (254mm) * JIS B4 (257mm) Keep Off * Paper Size...
Page 64 Control Panel Second Fourth Seventh Eighth First Level Third Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Level Level Level Level Printer Info Paper Info Ink Info Head Info System Info Error Log Other Counter *1: Available after you have used Auto(Advanced) in Head Posi. Adj. once. *2: Available if Adj.
Page 65: Menu Settings
Control Panel Menu Settings Menu items are as follows. For instructions on selecting menu items, see “Menu Operations”. (→P.32) For details on menu levels and values, see “Menu Structure”. (→P.35) Paper Menu Setting Item Description, Instructions Load Paper Select sheets or rolls and load the paper. Eject Paper Choose this item before removing loaded paper.
Page 66 Control Panel Setting Item Description, Instructions Paper Details (The type VacuumStrngth Specify the level of suction that holds paper against of paper is the Platen. (→P.621) displayed Scan Wait Time Specify the time to wait for the ink to dry between here.)(*1) each scan in bidirectional printing, in consideration of how quickly the ink dries.
Page 67 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. Estimates may vary depending on conditions of use. Calculation of these estimates does not include ink consumed when cleaning printheads by forceful ejection of ink.
Page 68 Control Panel Set./Adj. Menu Setting Item Description, Instructions Test Nozzle Check Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. Print Status Print Print information about the printer. Interface Print Print interface settings information. GL2 Set Print Print GL2 settings information. Paper Details Print the paper settings as specied in Paper Details.
Page 69 Control Panel Setting Item Description, Instructions Adjust Feed Adj. Auto(OtherPaper) Specify this mode with paper not in the Paper Printer Priority Quality Reference Guide. The printer prints and reads a test pattern for automatic adjustment of the feed amount. Note that this function takes more time and consumes more ink than Auto(GenuinePpr).
Page 70 Color (CAD) 2 Print in brighter colors. Color (CAD) 3 Print emulating the following printers, in colors resembling colors produced by these printers: Canon iPF500, iPF600, iPF700, iPF510, iPF610, iPF710, iPF605, iPF720, iPF810, and iPF820.(*2) Color (CAD) 4 Print emulating the HP Designjet 500/800, in colors resembling colors produced by these printers.(*2)
Page 71 Control Panel Setting Item Description, Instructions Line Dene Palette Specify the Width, Color, and Line Attributes in Settings & Pen Setup the palette Pen no.. Choose Factory to conrm the Manager values when Factory is selected in Select Palette. In Line Attributes, choose No Setting or Circle Setting as the processing for the ends and junctions of lines.
Page 72 Control Panel Setting Item Description, Instructions Process- PageSizeProcess2 Selecting On will determine the paper size based on Settings the image rendering area. Option GL2 Set Print Print GL2 settings information. Interface EOP Timer Specify the timeout period before cancellation of print Setup jobs that cannot be received by the printer.
Page 73 Control Panel Setting Item Description, Instructions System Sleep Timer Specify the period before the printer enters sleep Setup mode. Buzzer Choose On for the buzzer to sound in case of errors. Contrast Adj. Adjust the Display Screen contrast level. Date & Date Set the current date.
Page 74 Control Panel Setting Item Description, Instructions System Keep Paper Size Choose Off to give priority to margin settings. The Setup larger value is used if the margin specied in the printer driver does not match the margin in the printer menu TrimEdge Reload Specify whether to trim the leading edge of the...
Page 75 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. Estimates may vary depending on conditions of use. Calculation of these estimates does not include ink consumed when cleaning printheads by forceful ejection of ink.
Page 76: Menu Sett�Ngs (Dur�Ng Pr�Nt�Ng)
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. Estimates may vary depending on conditions of use. Calculation of these estimates does not include ink consumed when cleaning printheads by forceful ejection of ink.
Page 77 Control Panel Set./Adj. Menu Setting Item Description, Instructions Adj. Fine Feed Displayed when you have selected Feed Priority > Adj. Priority > Automatic or Print Quality. Fine-tune the feed amount manually. Printer Info Paper Info Indicates the current paper size, type, and related printer settings.
Page 78: Status Print
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Status Print, and then press the OK button. Checking the information in Status Print reports The following information is included in Status Print reports. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Status Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version...
Page 79 Control Panel Set./Adj. Menu System settings. System Setup Sleep Timer Printer system settings, as well as Buzzer settings regarding warnings and errors. Contrast Adj. Date Format Language Time Zone Length Unit Detect Mismatch Paper Size Basis Roll Selection 1 Roll Selection 2 Keep Paper Size Current paper-related...
Page 80 Control Panel HEAD LOT NUMBER Printhead lot number. PARTS STATUS Utilization status of replacement parts that COUNTER xx require servicing. COUNTER Utilization status of the cutter, media, and other CUTTER items (indicating how much they have been MEDIA used). LIFE TTL LIFE ROLL LIFE CUTSHEET MEDIA 1-7,OTHER...
Page 81: Printing Interface Setting Reports
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Test Print, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Print, and then press the OK button. Conrming Interface Print information The following information is included in the Interface Print report. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Interface Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version...
Page 82 Control Panel EOP Timer Sets the elapsed time between receiving last data and canceling printing. TCP/IPv4 Frame Type IPv4 settings values. Use DHCP Use BOOTP Use RARP Enable DNS Dynamic Update Use Zeroconf Function IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address LPD Printing IPP Printing IPP Printer URI...
Page 83 Control Panel TCP/IPv6 Use IPv6 IPv6 settings values. Use DHCPv6 Stateful Address Prex Length Primary DNS Server Address Secondary DNS Server Address Use a stateless address Stateless Address 1 Prex Length 1 Stateless Address 2 Prex Length 2 Stateless Address 3 Prex Length 3 Stateless Address 4 Prex Length 4...
Page 84 Control Panel NetWare Frame Type NetWare settings values. IPX External Network Number Node Number Print Application Bindery Pserver(*1) File Server Name Print Server Name Print Server Password Polling Interval RPrinter(*1) Print Server Name Printer Number NDS Pserver(*1) Tree Name Context Name Print Server Name Print Server Password Polling Interval...
Page 85: Checking Instructions During Printer Operations
Control Panel 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 86: Optional Accessories
Optional accessories Optional accessories 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 RH2-33 is for use with both 2-inch and 3-inch paper cores. Use the correct attachment for the particular paper core. (→P.103) •...
Page 87: Stand
Optional accessories Stand The printer can be mounted on the following Stand. When using an optional Stand, you can store documents printed on rolls. • Printer Stand ST-26 a. Accessory Pocket Stores printer accessories. b. Output Stacker Printed documents are ejected into the output tray. c.
Page 88: Printer Specifications
Printer Specications Printer Specications Specications Important • This information is subject to change as the printer is updated. • The following values may vary depending on the operating environment. Printer Power supply 100-120 V AC (50/60 Hz), 220-240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Power consumption During operation 140 W max.
Page 89: Printing Performance
Printer Specications Printing performance Print method Bubblejet Maximum resolution 2400 dpi horizontally (*1) × 1200 dpi vertically Printhead PF-04 Number of nozzles MBK: 5,120; others: 2,560 per color *1: Prints with a minimum 1/2400 inch dot pitch between ink droplets. Interface USB 2.0 (*1) Format...
Page 90 Printer Specications Paper (*1) Paper width Rolls 254.0-609.6 mm (10-24 in) Sheets 203.2-609.6 mm (8-24 in) Length of one page Rolls 203.2(*2)-18,000 mm (8-708.7 in) Sheets 279.4-1,600 mm (11-63 in) Thickness Rolls 0.07-0.8 mm (0.0028-0.031 in) Sheets 0.07-0.8 mm (0.0028-0.031 in) Paper Size Roll width 24-in.
Page 91 Printer Specications Output stacker capacity, in sheets Regular position Extended position (*1) *1: For information on types of paper you can use with the stacker in Extended position, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.96) Options Roll Holder Set RH2-26 Stand ST-26 Printer Parts 75...
Page 92: Print Area
Printer Specications Print Area A margin required by the printer is added with respect to the size of paper loaded in the printer. Except in borderless printing, the actual printing area corresponds to the paper size minus the space for this margin. Note •...
Page 93: Basic Printing Workflow
Printing procedure Basic Printing Workow Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets The printer supports both rolls and sheets. This section introduces the main features of each, as well as the main printing methods available. Select rolls or sheets to suit your particular printing application. Note •...
Page 94: Sheet Printing
Printing procedure Sheet printing Sheets refer to individual sheets of paper. Insert the sheet between the Platen and the Paper Retainer. • Enlarged/reduced printing You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing originals before printing. (→P.201) (→P.213) •...
Page 95: Loading And Printing On Rolls
Printing procedure Loading and Printing on Rolls These are the basic steps for loading and printing on rolls. Follow these steps to load and print on rolls. Note • For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see “Paper Sizes” or the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.101) (→P.96) •...
Page 96 Printing procedure Load the roll in the printer. (→P.106) Select the type of paper. (→P.110) 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. (→P.112) 80 Basic Printing Workow...
Page 97 Printing procedure Complete settings in the printer driver for the type of paper and other details. • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) (→P.87) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) (→P.89) Send the print job. •...
Page 98: Loading And Printing On Sheets
Printing procedure Loading and Printing on Sheets These are the basic steps for loading sheets and then printing. Follow the steps below to load and print on sheets. Note • For details on supported types and sizes of paper, see “Paper Sizes” or the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.101) (→P.96) Turn the printer on.
Page 99 Printing procedure Load the sheet. (→P.136) The printer now starts printing the print job. Basic Printing Workow 83...
Page 100: Printing In Windows
Printing procedure Printing in Windows Print from the application menu. Important • The Windows printer driver can be used in the following versions of Windows. • Windows 2000 (Professional or Server) • Windows XP (Home Edition or Professional) • Windows Server 2003 (Standard Edition) •...
Page 101: Registering The Printer
Printing procedure Printing in Mac OS X Print from the application menu after registering the printer. Important • The Macintosh printer driver can be used in the following versions of Mac OS. • Mac OS X 10.3.9-10.5 • We recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may interrupt the transfer of print data and affect printing quality.
Page 102 Printing procedure Click Print to start printing. As shown in the following illustration, you can switch to other panes in this dialog box to complete settings for various methods of printing, including enlarged and reduced printing, borderless printing, and so on. 86 Basic Printing Workow...
Page 103: Spec�Fy�Ng Paper �N The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver (W�Ndows)
Printing procedure Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. Important • Always specify the same type and size of paper in the printer menu and printer driver. If the type and size do not match, an error message will be displayed and printing is not possible.
Page 104 Printing procedure In the Page Size list, select the size of the original as specied in the application. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Roll Paper in Paper Source, select the width of the loaded roll in Roll Paper Width.
Page 105: Spec�Fy�Ng Paper �N The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver (Mac Os X)
Printing procedure Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The conguration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are congured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 106 Printing procedure Access the Page Setup pane. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Manual in Paper Source, make sure the size as selected in Page Setup is displayed in Page Size. If you have selected Roll Paper in Paper Source, make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width.
Page 107: Canceling Print Jobs
Canceling print jobs Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel To cancel printing or reception of print jobs, press the Stop button on the Control Panel. When you press the Stop button during printing, printer operation varies depending on the current status. •...
Page 108: Canceling Print Jobs From Windows
Canceling print jobs 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 109: Cancel�Ng Pr�Nt Jobs From Mac Os X
Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X In the printer window, you can cancel jobs that are being sent to the printer. Otherwise, you can cancel jobs from imagePROGRAF Printmonitor if they have been received by the printer or are currently being printed.
Page 110 Canceling print jobs Select the print job to cancel and click to delete the print job. The job sent to the printer is canceled. Exit imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. In the printer window, click Start Jobs. Important • Always follow these steps if you cancel print jobs from imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. If you do not restart job processing, the next job cannot be printed.
Page 111: 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. (→P.26) Printing from the job queue is not possible in this state. To restore normal operation after this state, set Pause Print to Off.
Page 112: Handling Paper
Paper Handling Paper Paper Types of Paper For information on the types of paper the printer supports (such as plain paper, coated paper, glossy photo paper, proong paper, and CAD paper), refer to the Paper Reference Guide. The Paper Reference Guide identies types of paper and gives specications, printer driver settings, and tips on handling paper.
Page 113 Paper The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. • Mac OS X Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock. The imagePROGRAF Support Information window is displayed. Click the Paper Reference Guide button. Handling Paper 97...
Page 114 Paper The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. 98 Handling Paper...
Page 115: Updating Paper Information
Paper Updating paper information To update the paper information in the Paper Reference Guide and on the printer, download the latest version of the Media Conguration Tool from the imagePROGRAF website. For information about the Media Conguration Tool, see Media Conguration Tool (Windows) or Media Conguration Tool (Macintosh). The imagePROGRAF website is accessible from imagePROGRAF Support Information.
Page 116 Paper • Mac OS X Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock. The imagePROGRAF Support Information window is displayed. Click Visit the imagePROGRAF webpage. The default browser on your computer is started and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. 100 Handling Paper...
Page 117: Paper Sizes
Paper Paper Sizes Rolls Rolls that meet the following conditions are supported. • Outer diameter: Up to 150 mm (6 in) • Inner diameter of paper core: 2 or 3 inches • Printing side out Roll Paper Width Setting in Roll Width Borderless Printing (*1) Printer Driver (*1)
Page 118 Paper Paper Sizes Dimensions 11"x17"(Ledger) 279.4 × 431.8 mm (11.00 × 17.00 in) 13"x19"(Super B) 330.2 × 482.6 mm (13.00 × 19.00 in) Letter(8.5"x11") 215.9 × 279.4 mm (8.50 × 11.00 in) Legal(8.5"x14") 215.9 × 355.6 mm (8.50 × 14.00 in) 24"x36"(ARCH D) 609.6 ×...
Page 119: Handling Rolls
Handling rolls Handling rolls Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls When printing on rolls, attach the Roll Holder to the roll. Rolls have a two- or three-inch paper core. Use the correct attachment for the paper core. The printer comes equipped with the 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment installed.
Page 120 Handling rolls Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position indicated (b), remove it from the Roll Holder. Insert the respective attachments for the roll paper core on the Roll Holder and Holder Stopper. •...
Page 121 Handling rolls With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insert the Roll Holder from the right of the roll. Insert it rmly until the roll touches the ange (a) of the Roll Holder, leaving no gap. Insert the Holder Stopper from the left in the Roll Holder as shown.
Page 122: Loading Rolls In The Printer
Handling rolls Loading Rolls in the Printer Follow these steps to load rolls in the printer. Note • Before loading rolls, make sure the printer is clean inside the Top Cover and around the Ejection Guide. If these areas are dirty, we recommend cleaning them in advance. (→P.647) Press the Load button.
Page 123 Handling rolls Holding the Roll Holder ange (a), rest the Roll Holder shaft on the Roll Ledge (b). At this time, position the holder so that the “R” label (c) on the Roll Holder ange is aligned with the “R” label (d) on the printer . Holding the Roll Holder ange (a), guide the holder along the Roll Loading Slots (b) on both ends, keeping the holder level as you load it in the Roll Holder Slot.
Page 124 Handling rolls Advance the roll to insert the leading edge in the Paper Feed Slot (a) until you hear a tone. Important • Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you insert it in the slot. This may affect the printing quality.
Page 125 Handling rolls Holding it at the positions indicated, close the Roll Cover. Note • Cut the edge of the roll after the paper is advanced if it is soiled or if there are cuts from scissors or the blade after removing creased edges. (→P.129) Handling Paper 109...
Page 126: Changing The Type Of Paper
Handling rolls Changing the Type of Paper Follow these steps to change the type of paper specied on the printer after you have loaded paper. If you will continue using this type of paper later, selecting Keep Paper Type > On will save the time and effort of conguring the media type setting when you load the paper again.
Page 127 Handling rolls Using the Same Type of Paper Regularly Congure this setting so that current media type settings will be automatically selected when you load the same type of paper later. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Paper tab ( Note •...
Page 128: Spec�Fy�Ng The Paper Length
Handling rolls Specifying the Paper Length When changing the length of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the length as follows. Note • Specify the paper length when you have set ManageRemainRoll to On. (→P.126) On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Paper tab ( Note •...
Page 129: Printing From A Desired Starting Point
Handling rolls Printing From a Desired Starting Point When printing inside boundaries or in other situations when you want to specify a particular position to start printing from, set Width Detection to Off in the printer menu for the type of paper used. Set Width Detection to Off On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄...
Page 130 Handling rolls 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, push the Release Lever back. Keeping the right edge of the paper aligned with the extended line of the Paper Alignment Line (a) to the right of the ejection guide and the leading edge aligned with the groove (b) at the far end of the Platen, load the paper at the position from which to start printing.
Page 131 Handling rolls Pull the Release Lever forward and close the Top Cover. Handling Paper 115...
Page 132: Removing The Roll From The Printer
Handling rolls Removing the Roll from the Printer Remove rolls from the printer as follows. Note • If you need to cut the roll, see “Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls”. (→P.129) On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Paper tab ( Note •...
Page 133 Handling rolls Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder toward the back to rewind the roll. Holding the Roll Holder ange (a), remove the holder from the Roll Holder Slot. Note • For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see “Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls”. (→P.118) Holding it at the positions indicated, close the Roll Cover.
Page 134: Removing The Roll Holder From Rolls
Handling rolls Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position indicated (b), remove it from the Roll Holder. Remove the Roll Holder from the roll. When removing attachments, push the tips (a) in as you remove the attachment.
Page 135 Handling rolls • 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment Important • Store the roll in the original bag or box, away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight. If paper is not stored properly, the printing surface may become scratched, which may affect the printing quality when you use it again.
Page 136: Clearing Jammed Roll Paper
Handling rolls Clearing Jammed Roll Paper If paper from a roll becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel. Remove the jammed paper as follows. Open the Roll Cover. Use a commercially available cutter or the like to cut the paper of the loaded roll.
Page 137 Handling rolls Close the Top Cover. Important • Do not move the Carriage over jammed paper. This may damage the Printhead. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer.
Page 138 Handling rolls • If the paper is jammed by the Ejection Guide Remove the jammed paper from the Output Tray. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. Pull the Release Lever forward. 122 Handling Paper...
Page 139: Clear�Ng Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot)
Handling rolls Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) Follow these steps to remove any scraps left in the Paper Feed Slot after you clear jammed sheets or roll paper. Turn the printer off. (→P.24) Push the Release Lever back. Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cover. Fold an A4 sheet lengthwise four times and insert it through the gap of the Paper Feed Slot.
Page 140 Handling rolls Holding it at the positions indicated, close the Roll Cover. Pull the Release Lever forward. 124 Handling Paper...
Page 141: Feeding Roll Paper Manually
Handling rolls 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 ▲ or ▼ button to advance or retract the roll. Press ▲...
Page 142: Keeping Track Of The Amount Of Roll Paper Left
Handling rolls Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left Setting ManageRemainRoll to On in the Paper Menu of the Control Panel will print a barcode with text on the roll when the roll is removed that identies the type of paper and amount left. When ManageRemainRoll is On and you load rolls with printed barcodes, the type of paper and amount left are automatically detected after rolls are loaded.
Page 143: Specifying The Ink Drying Time For Rolls
Handling rolls Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere, if the Cutter touches printed surfaces that are still wet, it may damage the paper or cause rough cut edges. Also, ink may be transferred onto the paper surface during ejection, soiling it.
Page 144: Mac Os X
Handling rolls Mac OS X Choose Print in the application menu. Select the Main pane and click Settings in Media Type. In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in Between Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK.
Page 145: Specifying The Cutting Method For Rolls
Handling rolls Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls How rolls are cut after ejection varies depending on printer settings. Cutting Method Printer Setting Driver Setting Automatic The roll is automatically cut by the Cutter Media Automatic Auto Cut Unit following printer driver settings. Menu >...
Page 146: Eject (Waiting For Ink To Dry After Printing)
Handling rolls Eject (waiting for ink to dry after printing) Important • When cutting wide printed documents after ejection, have two people support the documents. If the paper drops, printed documents may be damaged. • Do not lift the paper when holding printed documents before cutting. If the paper rises, it may affect the printing quality or cause rough cut edges.
Page 147 Handling rolls Manual (when using media that cannot be cut with the Cutter Unit) On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Paper tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
Page 148 Handling rolls Press the OK button. After the roll is rewound, it stops automatically. Paper cutting (to have the roll cut at your specied position) Press the Feed button. Press the ▼ button to advance the roll to the position for cutting. Press the Cut button.
Page 149: Cutting The Leading Edge Of Roll Paper Automatically
Handling rolls Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically If the leading edge of a roll is crooked or warped, it may cause an error message or printing problems. In this case, set Trim Edge First to Automatic or On in the Paper Menu on the Control Panel to have the printer cut the leading edge to make the edge straight after you load a roll.
Page 150: Reducing Dust From Cutting Rolls
Handling 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 151: Roll Holder Set
Handling rolls 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 RH2-33 is for use with both 2-inch and 3-inch paper cores. Use the correct attachment for the particular paper core. (→P.103) •...
Page 152: Handling Sheets
Handling sheets Handling sheets Loading Sheets in the Printer Follow these steps to load sheets in the printer. Important • One sheet of paper can be loaded in the Paper Feed Slot at a time. Do not load more than one sheet at a time.
Page 153 Handling sheets Slide the Width Guide (a) to align it with the mark for the size of paper you will load. Load a single sheet printing-side up in the Paper Feed Slot, with the right edge aligned with the Paper Alignment Guide (a) to the right of the Roll Cover. Insert the paper until the leading edge makes contact and you hear a tone.
Page 154 Handling sheets Move the Width Guide (a) carefully to match the size of paper loaded. Set the Width Guide against the edge of the paper to prevent the paper from becoming crooked or wrinkled. Press the OK button. • If a print job was received The printer now starts printing the print job.
Page 155: Chang�Ng The Type Of Paper
Handling sheets Changing the Type of Paper Follow these steps to change the type of paper specied on the printer after you have loaded paper. If you will continue using this type of paper later, selecting Keep Paper Type > On will save the time and effort of conguring the media type setting when you load the paper again.
Page 156 Handling sheets Using the Same Type of Paper Regularly Congure this setting so that current media type settings will be automatically selected when you load the same type of paper later. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Paper tab ( Note •...
Page 157: Pr�Nt�Ng From A Des�Red Start�Ng Po�Nt
Handling sheets Printing From a Desired Starting Point When printing inside boundaries or in other situations when you want to specify a particular position to start printing from, set Width Detection to Off in the printer menu for the type of paper used. Set Width Detection to Off On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄...
Page 158 Handling sheets Load paper in the desired position to start printing from Follow these instructions to load paper at the desired starting position for printing when Width Detection is Off. If you did not send a print job in advance, a menu for selection of the type of paper is displayed. Press ▲...
Page 159 Handling sheets Keeping the right edge of the paper aligned with the extended line of the Paper Alignment Line (a) to the right of the ejection guide and the leading edge aligned with the groove (b) at the far end of the Platen, load the paper at the position from which to start printing. Pull the Release Lever forward and close the Top Cover.
Page 160: Removing Sheets
Handling 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 ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
Page 161: Clearing A Jammed Sheet
Handling sheets Clearing a Jammed Sheet If a sheet becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel. Remove the jammed paper as follows. Push the Release Lever back. Remove the jammed paper. • If paper is jammed inside the Top Cover Open the Top Cover and move the Carriage to the left or right side manually, away from the jam.
Page 162 Handling sheets Important • Do not move the Carriage over jammed paper. This may damage the Printhead. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer. • If the paper is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot.
Page 163 Handling sheets Pull the Release Lever forward. Handling Paper 147...
Page 164: Clear�Ng Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot)
Handling sheets Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) Follow these steps to remove any scraps left in the Paper Feed Slot after you clear jammed sheets or roll paper. Turn the printer off. (→P.24) Push the Release Lever back. Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cover. Fold an A4 sheet lengthwise four times and insert it through the gap of the Paper Feed Slot.
Page 165 Handling sheets Holding it at the positions indicated, close the Roll Cover. Pull the Release Lever forward. Handling Paper 149...
Page 166: Output Stacker
Output Stacker Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker The Output Stacker can be held at two positions, as shown. • When storing printed documents on the Output Stacker Use position (1). • When the Output Stacker is not used, or when moving the printer Use position (2).
Page 167: Note Regarding The Extended Position
Output Stacker Note regarding the Extended position The Output Stacker can be used in the regular position and an Extended position for easy removal of printed documents. For information on types of paper you can use with the stacker in Extended position, refer to the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 168: Working With Various Print Jobs
Printing Photos and Images Working With Various Print Jobs Printing Photos and Images Printing Photos and Images Printing is easy when you simply choose the print target. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed.
Page 169: Print Quality
Printing Photos and Images Print Quality Choose the print quality. The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution. Print Quality Description Highest A setting for printing at the highest resolution when quality is most important.
Page 170: Pr�Nt�Ng Photos And Images (W�Ndows)
Printing Photos and Images Printing Photos and Images (Windows) This topic describes how to print photos based on the following example. • Document: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Premium Glossy Paper 200 •...
Page 171 Printing Photos and Images Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click 10"x12". Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 172: Pr�Nt�Ng Photos And Images (Mac Os X)
Printing Photos and Images Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print photos based on the following example. • Document: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll paper •...
Page 173 Printing Photos and Images Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Premium Glossy Paper 200. Make sure the paper you select is loaded in the printer. Note •...
Page 174 Printing Photos and Images Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 175: Printing Cad Drawings
Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings Using this printer, you can print ne lines and text clearly and sharply. It’s easy to produce highly precise drawings from CAD applications. Note • In Windows, you can print highly precise drawings using the provided imagePROGRAF HDI Driver for AutoCAD/AutoCAD LT.
Page 176: Printing Line Drawings And Text
Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and Text Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print targets for line drawings and text Print Target Description...
Page 177 Printing CAD Drawings Print Quality Choose the print quality. The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution. Print Quality Description Highest A setting for printing at the highest resolution when quality is most important. Printing takes longer and consumes more ink than in other modes, but this mode offers superior printing quality.
Page 178: Pr�Nt�Ng L�Ne Draw�Ngs And Text (W�Ndows)
Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll paper •...
Page 179 Printing CAD Drawings Page Size, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A3. Click 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 180: Pr�Nt�Ng L�Ne Draw�Ngs And Text (Mac Os X)
Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) •...
Page 181 Printing CAD Drawings Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After conrming that Easy Settings is selected, click CAD (Color Line Drawing) or CAD (Monochrome Line Drawing) in the Print Target list.
Page 182 Printing CAD Drawings Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 183: Specifying Colors And Printing Cad Drawings
Print in standard colors. Color (CAD) 2 Print in brighter colors. Color (CAD) 3 Print with approximate colors emulating Canon iPF500, iPF600, iPF700, iPF510, iPF610, iPF710, iPF605, iPF720, iPF810, iPF820. Color (CAD) 4 Print emulating the HP Designjet 500/800, in colors resembling colors produced by these printers.
Page 184: Spec�Fy�Ng Colors And Pr�Nt�Ng Cad Draw�Ngs (W�Ndows)
Printing CAD Drawings Specifying Colors and Printing CAD Drawings (Windows) You can complete color settings when Color (CAD) is selected in Color Mode. Note • Color (CAD) is displayed when you select Advanced Settings on the Main sheet and set Print Priority to Line Drawing/Text.
Page 185 Printing CAD Drawings Select the desired color settings in the Color Compatibility list. Note • For details on color settings,see “Specifying Colors and Printing CAD Drawings”. (→P.167) For printing instructions, refer to the following topic. • Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) (→P.190) Working With Various Print Jobs 169...
Page 186: Hp-Gl/2 Printing
Printing CAD Drawings HP-GL/2 Printing This printer supports the original Canon GARO printer control language as well as HP-GL/2 and HP RTL(*1) emulation.(*2) When printing from applications that support HP-GL/2 output, specify HP-GL/2 in the application’s plotter output settings. Note •...
Page 187: Printing Office Documents
Printing Ofce Documents Printing Ofce Documents Printing Ofce Documents Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print targets for ofce documents Print Target Description...
Page 188: Printing Office Documents (Windows)
Printing Ofce Documents Printing Ofce Documents (Windows) This topic describes how to print ofce documents based on the following example. • Document: Ofce document created using word-processing or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) •...
Page 189 Printing Ofce Documents In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see “Printer Driver Settings (Windows)”. (→P.336) Conrm the print settings and print as desired.
Page 190: Printing Office Documents (Mac Os X)
Printing Ofce Documents Printing Ofce Documents (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print ofce documents based on the following example. • Document: Ofce document created using word-processing or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) •...
Page 191 Printing Ofce Documents Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After conrming that Easy Settings is selected, click Ofce Document in the Print Target list. Note •...
Page 192 Printing Ofce Documents Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see “Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P.454) Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P.457) 176 Working With Various Print Jobs...
Page 193: Enhanced Printing Options
Adjusting Images Enhanced Printing Options Adjusting Images Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver Color settings specied in the application for your documents are essentially given priority over other settings for each print job, but further color adjustment is possible in the printer driver. Color Mode Choose how the printer driver processes color, as desired.
Page 194: Color Adjustment
Adjusting Images Color Adjustment You can adjust colors separately for images, graphics, and text documents. Adjustment Item Description Cyan Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Magenta Yellow Gray Tone Adjust the gray tone to suit the images of monochrome photos. Choose cool black (tinged with blue), pure black (neutral), warm black (tinged with red), and so on.
Page 195 Adjusting Images Matching You can choose the color-matching mode and method. By adjusting the color-matching mode and method, you can make printed colors match the colors of on-screen images more closely. Matching Mode Description Remarks Driver Matching Color adjustment based on the original This is the default color-matching Mode color prole of the printer driver.
Page 196 Adjusting Images Note • Be sure to calibrate your monitor colors correctly if you adjust the colors for printing. If monitor colors are not calibrated correctly, you may not obtain the desired printing results. For instructions on monitor calibration, refer to the documentation for your monitor and operating system. For instructions on color adjustment, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system.
Page 197: F�Ne-Tun�Ng Colors Of Photos And Images (W�Ndows)
Adjusting Images Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.
Page 198 Adjusting Images Click Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Color Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Cyan Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow.
Page 199 Adjusting Images Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Conrm the settings of Page Size, Paper Source, and so on. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Windows)”. (→P.340) Enhanced Printing Options 183...
Page 200: F�Ne-Tun�Ng Colors Of Photos And Images (Mac Os X)
Adjusting Images Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. This sets the Format for and Paper Size.
Page 201 Adjusting Images 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. Click Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. Enhanced Printing Options 185...
Page 202 Adjusting Images On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Cyan Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Magenta Yellow Gray Tone Adjust the gray tone to suit the images of monochrome photos. Choose cool black (tinged with blue), pure black (neutral), warm black (tinged with red), and so on.
Page 203: G�V�Ng Pr�Or�Ty To Part�Cular Graph�C Elements And Colors For Pr�Nt�Ng
Adjusting Images Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing You can specify detailed print settings as desired for the quality level, colors, and other criteria. Advanced Settings For printing results that appear just as expected for your original, you can specify which graphic elements and colors to prioritize for printing.
Page 204: Color Settings
Adjusting Images Print Quality (*1) Description Print Priority Standard Choose this setting to print at standard resolution when Image quality and speed are both important. Line Drawing/Text Printing takes less time than in “Highest” or “High” mode. Ofce Document Draft Choose this setting to print faster.
Page 205: Enhancing Printing Quality
Adjusting Images Enhancing printing quality Setting Item Description Unidirectional Printing Choosing unidirectional printing can improve printing results if lines are printed crooked or images are uneven. However, this takes more time than regular printing. Thicken Fine Lines Choose this option to make ne lines clearer in CAD drawings or similar (Windows) documents.
Page 206: Choos�Ng The Document Type And Pr�Nt�Ng Cond�T�Ons (W�Ndows)
Adjusting Images Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. As an example, this topic describes how to print CAD drawings as clearly as possible, with sharp lines and text. Choose Print in the application menu.
Page 207 Adjusting Images Click Color (CAD) in the Color Mode list. To adjust the color, click Color Settings. Note • For instructions on adjusting color,see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P.177) Select the Sharpen Text check box. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Conrm the settings of Page Size, Paper Source, and so on.
Page 208: Choos�Ng The Document Type And Pr�Nt�Ng Cond�T�Ons (Mac Os X)
Adjusting Images Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. As an example, this topic describes how to print CAD drawings as clearly as possible, with sharp lines and text. This sets the Format for and Paper Size.
Page 209 Adjusting Images Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Line Drawing in the Print Priority list. Click High(1200dpi) in the Print Quality list. Note • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the type of paper. Click Color (CAD) in the Color Mode list.
Page 210: Choosing Paper For Printing
Choosing Paper for Printing Choosing Paper for Printing Choosing a Paper for Printing Choosing the right paper for your particular printing application will give you the best printing results. Media Type The printer and printer driver offer print settings optimized for various paper characteristics. Note •...
Page 211: Chang�Ng The Type Of Paper
Choosing Paper for Printing Changing the Type of Paper Follow these steps to change the type of paper specied on the printer after you have loaded paper. If you will continue using this type of paper later, selecting Keep Paper Type > On will save the time and effort of conguring the media type setting when you load the paper again.
Page 212 Choosing Paper for Printing Using the Same Type of Paper Regularly Congure this setting so that current media type settings will be automatically selected when you load the same type of paper later. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Paper tab ( Note •...
Page 213: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver
Choosing Paper for Printing Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver If you replace the paper, complete the printer driver settings for the paper type and size. For instructions on conguring paper settings in the printer driver, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system.
Page 214 Choosing Paper for Printing Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, select the size of the original as specied in the application. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Roll Paper in Paper Source, select the width of the loaded roll in Roll...
Page 215: Spec�Fy�Ng Paper �N The Pr�Nter Dr�Ver (Mac Os X)
Choosing Paper for Printing Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The conguration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are congured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 216 Choosing Paper for Printing Access the Page Setup pane. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Manual in Paper Source, make sure the size as selected in Page Setup is displayed in Page Size. If you have selected Roll Paper in Paper Source, make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width.
Page 217: Printing Enlargements Or Reductions
Printing enlargements or reductions Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Fit Paper Size Enlarge or reduce the original to match the size of the paper you are using.
Page 218: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To Match The Paper S�Ze (W�Ndows)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 219 Printing enlargements or reductions Click 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). In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4.
Page 220: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To Match The Paper S�Ze (Mac Os X)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) •...
Page 221 Printing enlargements or reductions 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 222 Printing enlargements or reductions Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 223: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Fit Roll Paper Width Enlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper width, as desired.
Page 224: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To F�T The Roll W�Dth (W�Ndows)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 225 Printing enlargements or reductions Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Note • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not displayed on the Page Setup sheet, clear the Borderless Printing check box. Click Fit Roll Paper Width. Note • After you click Fit Roll Paper Width, the Information dialog box is displayed.
Page 226: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals To F�T The Roll W�Dth (Mac Os X)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) •...
Page 227 Printing enlargements or reductions 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 228 Printing enlargements or reductions Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click Fit Roll Paper Width. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 229: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Scaling Enlarge or reduce originals by a particular amount, as desired.
Page 230: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals By Enter�Ng A Scal�Ng Value (W�Ndows)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) •...
Page 231 Printing enlargements or reductions Click 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). In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4.
Page 232: Res�Z�Ng Or�G�Nals By Enter�Ng A Scal�Ng Value (Mac Os X)
Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) •...
Page 233 Printing enlargements or reductions 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 234 Printing enlargements or reductions Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 235: Printing At Full Size
Printing at full size Printing at full size Printing on Oversized Paper Except in borderless printing, the actual printing area corresponds to your selected paper size minus the space for a margin. (→P.76) To print documents or images you prepare without a margin at actual size, use an oversized paper size.
Page 236: Pr�Nt�Ng At Full S�Ze (W�Ndows)
Printing at full size For instructions on oversized printing, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing at Full Size (Windows) (→P.220) • Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) (→P.222) Printing at Full Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example.
Page 237 Printing at full size Click Size Options to display the Paper Size Options dialog box. 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.
Page 238: Pr�Nt�Ng At Full S�Ze (Mac Os X)
Printing at full size Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) •...
Page 239 Printing at full size 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 240 Printing at full size Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 241: Borderless Printing At Actual Size
Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos or images) without a surrounding margin, or border. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the original. With borderless printing, you can print documents without the margin, so that the printed image covers the entire surface of the paper.
Page 242 Printing at full size Print Image with Actual Size Prints originals at actual size, without enlarging or reducing them. Originals must be prepared in a size that exceeds the dimensions of the paper by 3 mm (0.12 in) on each side. Note •...
Page 243: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng At Actual S�Ze (W�Ndows)
Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Heavyweight Coated Paper •...
Page 244 Printing at full size Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12". Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 245: Borderless Pr�Nt�Ng At Actual S�Ze (Mac Os X)
Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)-Borderless •...
Page 246 Printing at full size Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 247 Printing at full size Conrm that the roll paper width matches the paper size. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 248: Borderless Printing On Paper Of Equivalent Size
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos or images) without a surrounding margin, or border. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the original. With borderless printing, you can print documents without the margin, so that the printed image covers the entire surface of the paper.
Page 249 Borderless Printing Fit Paper Size Enlarge or reduce the original to match the size of the paper you are using. Note • The printer driver automatically enlarges originals 3 mm (0.12 in) past the dimensions of the paper on each side. The 3 mm portion beyond the edge on each side is not printed. For instructions on borderless printing of photos, images, and other documents to match the paper size, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system.
Page 250: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Match The
Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) •...
Page 251 Borderless Printing Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click 10"x12". Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list. Select the Borderless Printing check box to display the Information dialog box.
Page 252 Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) •...
Page 253 Borderless Printing Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane.
Page 254 Borderless Printing Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 255 Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos or images) without a surrounding margin, or border. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the original. With borderless printing, you can print documents without the margin, so that the printed image covers the entire surface of the paper.
Page 256 Borderless Printing Scale to t Roll Paper Width Enlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper width. Note • You can combine this function with rotating pages 90 degrees before printing so that the original width (relative to portrait orientation) matches the roll paper width in borderless printing.
Page 257 Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) •...
Page 258 Borderless Printing Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 259 Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 ×...
Page 260 Borderless Printing Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane.
Page 261 Borderless Printing Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 262 Borderless Printing Borderless Printing at Actual Size Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos or images) without a surrounding margin, or border. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the original. With borderless printing, you can print documents without the margin, so that the printed image covers the entire surface of the paper.
Page 263 Borderless Printing Print Image with Actual Size Prints originals at actual size, without enlarging or reducing them. Originals must be prepared in a size that exceeds the dimensions of the paper by 3 mm (0.12 in) on each side. Note •...
Page 264 Borderless Printing Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Heavyweight Coated Paper •...
Page 265 Borderless Printing Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12". Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 266 Borderless Printing Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)-Borderless • Paper: Roll paper •...
Page 267 Borderless Printing Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane.
Page 268 Borderless Printing Conrm that the roll paper width matches the paper size. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 269: Printing Banners Or At Other Non-Standard Sizes
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) You can create vertical or horizontal banners by printing originals that are in banner format on rolls. Originals created in Microsoft Word or other applications in your preferred size can be enlarged to ll the width of roll paper by completing simple printer driver settings.
Page 270: Registering A Custom Paper Size
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) This topic describes how to print a banner about ve times as long as the roll width based on the following example. • Document: A horizontal banner created in Microsoft Word •...
Page 271: Creating The Banner In The Application
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Close the printer driver dialog box. Note • You can also specify a Custom Size as the paper size. Note that Custom Size settings are not available after you exit the application. For more information,see “Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows)”. (→P.262) Creating the banner in the application Follow the steps below to create the banner in Microsoft Word using the Custom Paper Size you registered.
Page 272 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 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. Note • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not displayed on the Page Setup sheet, clear the Borderless Printing check box.
Page 273 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Windows)”. (→P.340) 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.
Page 274: Register A Custom Page Sizes
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print a banner about ve times as long as the roll width based on the following example. • Document: An original designed for a horizontal banner •...
Page 275: Print The Banner
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Double-click Untitled in the list at left, and then enter a name for the page size you want to register. Here, enter “100*500.” If the Untitled size is not listed at left, click + below the list. Under Page Size, enter “10”...
Page 276 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information.
Page 277: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes By specifying the paper size, you can print on non-standard sizes of paper. There are two ways to print on non-standard paper sizes, as follows. Registering non-standard paper size in the printer driver After you register non-standard paper sizes, they are listed with standard sizes so that you can choose them anytime as needed.
Page 278: Printing By Using Custom Size
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) This topic describes two ways to print on non-standard paper sizes. • Printing by using Custom Size • Printing by using Custom Paper Size Printing by using Custom Size This section describes how to print using Custom Size based on the following example.
Page 279 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Click Custom Size in the Page Size list to display the Custom Size Settings dialog box. Conrm that mm is selected in Units.
Page 280: Printing By Using Custom Paper Size
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing by using Custom Paper Size This section describes how to print using Custom Paper Size based on the following example. First, register a non-standard paper size called “430 mm Square” as a Custom Paper Size. •...
Page 281 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Click Size Options to display the Paper Size Options dialog box. Enter a desired paper name in Custom Paper Size Name. “430 mm Square” is used in this example.
Page 282: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac Os X)
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS X) This section describes how to register and print Custom Page Sizes based on the following example. Here, you will register a non-standard paper size named “430*430” in Custom Page Sizes. •...
Page 283 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Click Manage Custom Sizes in the Paper Size list to display the Custom Page Sizes dialog box. In Page Size, enter the height and width of the original. Here, enter “43.00 cm” in Height and Width.
Page 284 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Access the Page Setup pane. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Page Size, make sure “430*430” is displayed, as registered in Page Setup. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note •...
Page 285: Tiling And Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other By arranging originals from word-processing or spreadsheet programs or web browser screen shots next to each other on single sheets, you can create highly expressive presentation materials, easy-to-understand meeting materials, and a variety of other printed documents.
Page 286: Imageprograf Free Layout (Macintosh)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet imagePROGRAF Free Layout (Macintosh) Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine originals from multiple les-even multiple source applications-in a single-page layout. For instructions on arranging originals from multiple applications, refer to the following topics. •...
Page 287: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Windows)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) This topic describes how to arrange multiple originals using the Free Layout function. Important • Free Layout cannot be used in 64-bit version of Windows. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.
Page 288 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet When you attempt to print, the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. (At this point, the document will not be printed yet.) Edit and rearrange the image in the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. Important •...
Page 289 Edit and rearrange the image in the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. Note • Without closing the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window, repeat steps 1 to 4 to arrange originals from multiple applications on the same page. •...
Page 290 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Print from the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout menu. Note • For details on Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout functions, refer to Free Layout. 274 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 291: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously You can print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Roll paper (banner) Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. •...
Page 292: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. •...
Page 293 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Click Roll Paper Options to display the Roll Paper Options dialog box. Select the Banner Printing check box. Click OK. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings,see “Conrming Print Settings (Windows)”. (→P.340) Enhanced Printing Options 277...
Page 294: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac Os X)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. •...
Page 295 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, click the type of paper that is loaded. 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.
Page 296: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet To conserve paper, you can print several pages of the original on a single sheet by reducing the original and dividing the sheet into areas for each page. Page Layout Specify a number of pages of the original to print on a single sheet, in a layout of multiple pages per sheet.
Page 297: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) This topic describes how to print four pages of originals together on a single sheet based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [11.7×16.5 in]) •...
Page 298 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Page Size, click the size of the original as specied in the application software. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Click Roll Paper in the 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 299: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac Os X)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print four pages of an original on a single sheet, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) •...
Page 300 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Click 4 in the Pages per Sheet list. Note • You can choose the layout order and specify a boundary line for the four pages in Layout Direction and Border. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
Page 301 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 302: Printing Posters In Sections
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Posters in Sections You can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assembling the printed sheets, you can create a poster larger than the maximum supported paper size of the printer. Page Layout Choose poster printing.
Page 303: Printing Large Posters (Windows)
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Large Posters (Windows) You can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assembling the printed sheets, you can create a poster larger than the maximum supported paper size of the printer. This topic describes how to enlarge an A2 original for printing it in sections on four sheets, based on the following example.
Page 304 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Page Size, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A2. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box.
Page 305: Centering Originals
Centering originals Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls You can print originals centered on a page-for example, if the paper is larger than the original, or if you are reducing the original. Centering originals relative to roll paper width If you use originals smaller than the roll paper width, you can center them relative to the width when printing.
Page 306: Printing Originals Centered On Rolls (Windows)
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll •...
Page 307 Centering originals In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm).
Page 308: Printing Originals Centered On Rolls (Mac Os X)
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) •...
Page 309 Centering originals 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. Access the Page Setup pane.
Page 310 Centering originals Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 311: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets You can print originals centered on a page-for example, if the paper is larger than the original, or if you are reducing the original. Centering originals on sheets If you use paper larger than the original size or print originals after reduction, the printed images may be aligned in the upper-left corner of the paper.
Page 312: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets (Windows)
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) This topic describes how to reduce an original 50% for printing centered on a sheet. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) • Paper: Sheets •...
Page 313 Centering originals Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Click Match Page Size in the Paper Size list. Click Scaling and enter “50”. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box.
Page 314: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets (Mac Os X)
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 • Paper: Sheets • Paper type: Plain Paper •...
Page 315 Centering originals 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. Access the Page Setup pane.
Page 316 Centering originals Select the Print Centered check box. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P.457) Important • If you have selected Manual as the paper source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size.
Page 317: Conserving Roll Paper
Conserving roll paper Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees You can conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings as suitable for your original. Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) When originals are printed in portrait orientation, the original is rotated 90 degrees before printing if it ts within the roll width.
Page 318: Conserving Roll Paper By Rotating Originals 90 Degrees
Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows) This topic describes how to conserve paper by rotating originals 90 degrees before printing, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3×11.7 in) •...
Page 319 Conserving roll paper In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm).
Page 320 Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper by rotating originals 90 degrees before printing, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) •...
Page 321 Conserving roll paper Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm).
Page 322 Conserving roll paper Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the Rotate Page 90 degrees check box. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 323: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins
Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins You can conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings as suitable for your original. No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper) You can print without feeding the paper for blank portions of originals if there are top and bottom margins in originals.
Page 324 Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper when printing originals that have a top and bottom margin, based on the following example. • Document: Any type •...
Page 325 Conserving roll paper In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm).
Page 326 Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper when printing originals that have a top and bottom margin, based on the following example. •...
Page 327 Conserving roll paper Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm).
Page 328 Conserving roll paper Make sure the Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. Select the No Spaces at Top or Bottom check box. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 329: Checking Images Before Printing
Checking Images Before Printing Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing You can check the print layout on the preview screen. Open Preview When Print Job Starts (Windows) While viewing the preview screen, you can also adjust orientation or other settings, and your changes will be instantly applied on the preview screen.
Page 330: Preview (Macintosh)
Checking Images Before Printing Preview (Macintosh) While viewing the preview screen, you can also adjust layout or size settings, and your changes will be instantly applied on the preview screen. For instructions on how to check the layout before printing, refer to the following topics: •...
Page 331: Checking The Layout In A Preview Before Printing
Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing (Windows) This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.346) Make sure the Main sheet is displayed.
Page 332 Checking Images Before Printing On the main window, you can check the layout and change settings as needed. To print, click Start Printing in the File menu. Note • For details on imagePROGRAF Preview functions, see Preview. 316 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 333 Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview function. Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane.
Page 334: Other Useful Settings
Other useful settings Other useful settings Printing With Watermarks You can add watermarks (background images) to documents that require special handling. Watermark Watermarks are applied to all pages of your document. Important • Watermarks are not printed if you select poster as the type of page layout. The following watermarks are provided: •...
Page 335: Printing With Watermarks-Copy, File Copy, And So On
Other useful settings 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. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A2 (420.0×594.0 mm [16.5 × 23.4 in]) •...
Page 336 Other useful settings Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specied in the application software. In this case, click ISO A2. Click 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 337: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation
Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation You can specify the original orientation to match the orientation of the paper for printing. Orientation Paper is usually loaded in the printer in portrait orientation. When you have an original in landscape orientation, you can specify the printing orientation so that the original is printed in landscape orientation.
Page 338: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Windows)
Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) This topic describes how to print an original in landscape orientation after matching the paper orientation, based on the following example. • Document: An original in landscape orientation •...
Page 339 Other useful settings In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Orientation, click Landscape. Click Roll Paper in the 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 340: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper
Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print an original in landscape orientation after matching the paper orientation, based on the following example. • Document: An original in landscape orientation •...
Page 341 Other useful settings 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. Access the Page Setup pane.
Page 342 Other useful settings Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information.
Page 343: Using Favorites
Other useful settings Using Favorites You can register print settings as “favorites” to reuse settings from a particular job that met your expectations, or settings for a particular page size that you will use repeatedly. Favorites Registering a favorite for later use. You can choose the settings you have registered from a list before printing, and you can check the settings details.
Page 344 Other useful settings Using Favorites (Windows) This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings. Registering a favorite Follow the steps below to save the current print settings as a favorite. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.
Page 345 Other useful settings Printing using the favorite Follow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.346) Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet.
Page 346 Other useful settings Using Favorites (Mac OS X) You can use the Presets function in Mac OS X for favorite-based printing. Note • In the printing dialog box, click Save As in the Presets list to save the current print settings. This is a standard feature of the operating system.
Page 347: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing
Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing Roll paper can be automatically cut after printing. Note • 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 (→P.96) Automatic Cutting Roll paper is cut automatically after printing.
Page 348: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows)
Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically after printing (using the auto cut function), as well as how to print a cut line for manual cutting. Note • The auto cut function is activated on the printer by default and when the printer driver is installed. Follow the steps below to reactivate the function if it is disabled, or to select the setting for printing a cut line instead.
Page 349: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac Os X)
Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically after printing (using the auto cut function), as well as how to print a cut line for manual cutting. Note •...
Page 350 Other useful settings Access the Page Setup pane. Click Roll Paper in the Paper Source list. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Set to display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box. 334 Enhanced Printing Options...
Page 351 Other useful settings 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. Important • If the automatic cut function has been deactivated on the printer, change the auto cut setting on the printer Control Panel.
Page 352: Windows Software
Printer Driver Windows Software Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings (Windows) For instructions on accessing the Windows printer driver, refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) (→P.346) • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) (→P.348) For information on the Windows printer driver settings, refer to the following topics.
Page 353: Free Layout
Printer Driver • Favorites Sheet (Windows) (→P.372) Groups of print settings you select on each sheet can be saved as a favorite. Favorites you have added can be edited or used at the time of printing as desired. • Utility Sheet (Windows) (→P.374) You can specify settings related to maintenance for the Printhead and feed amount, as well as settings for Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy.
Page 354 Printer Driver Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. Important • Always specify the same type and size of paper in the printer menu and printer driver. If the type and size do not match, an error message will be displayed and printing is not possible.
Page 355 Printer Driver In the Page Size list, select the size of the original as specied in the application. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Roll Paper in Paper Source, select the width of the loaded roll in Roll Paper Width.
Page 356 Printer Driver Conrming Print Settings (Windows) There are two ways to conrm the print settings, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings • Checking a print preview Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main, Page Setup, and Layout sheets. By checking illustrations and numerical values in the preview, you can conrm current settings for the page size, orientation, paper source, layout, and so on.
Page 357 Printer Driver Note • To conrm the Print Target specied in Easy Settings, click View Settings on the Main sheet to display the View Settings dialog box. Checking a print preview You can check an image of the original just as it will be printed. When you activate this feature, imagePROGRAF Preview or PageComposer is started before printing.
Page 358 Printer Driver Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing (Windows) This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.346) Make sure the Main sheet is displayed.
Page 359 Printer Driver On the main window, you can check the layout and change settings as needed. To print, click Start Printing in the File menu. Note • For details on imagePROGRAF Preview functions, see Preview. Windows Software 343...
Page 360 Printer Driver Using Favorites (Windows) This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings. Registering a favorite Follow the steps below to save the current print settings as a favorite. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.346) Complete the print settings.
Page 361 Printer Driver Printing using the favorite Follow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.346) Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet.
Page 362: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications (Windows)
Printer Driver Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) Choose Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Select the printer, and then display the printer driver dialog box. Note • The dialog box for specifying printing conditions varies depending on the source application. In some cases, when you select the printer, a sheet for conguring the printer driver is added to the dialog box.
Page 363 Printer Driver Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the source application, changes you make to the settings will only apply temporarily to that application. Because these are sizes you specify temporarily in the printer driver, the sizes will not be available after you exit the application. •...
Page 364 Printer Driver Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printers). Select the printer, and then display the printer properties dialog box. Click Printing Preferences to display the Printing Preferences dialog box, titled with the name of this printer.
Page 365 Printer Driver Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the operating system menu, changes you make to the settings will apply to all applications you use for printing.
Page 366: Main Sheet (Windows)
Printer Driver Main Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Main sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help le. Note • On the Main sheet, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the particular printing application, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 367: View Settings
Printer Driver About Displays version information for the printer driver. Defaults Restores all settings on the sheet to the default values. Conguration using Easy Settings Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. • Printing Photos and Images (→P.152) •...
Page 368: Color Mode
Printer Driver Conguration using Advanced Settings Print Priority Choose the graphic elements that you want to emphasize for printing. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing (→P.187) Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing (→P.187) Color Mode Choose the color mode.
Page 369: Paper Source
Printer Driver Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Windows) On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and congure printer driver settings for the paper source and media type. Note •...
Page 370: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Windows)
Printer Driver Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Windows) The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • To display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main sheet, click Settings by Media Type.
Page 371: View Settings Dialog Box For The Printing Application
Printer Driver View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Windows) In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • To display the View Settings dialog box, on the Main sheet, click View Settings by Print Target. (→P.350) Print Target Shows all Print Target options (settings items for the printing application).
Page 372: Color Adjustment Sheet: Color (Windows)
Printer Driver Color Adjustment Sheet: Color (Windows) If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment sheet. Note • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings.
Page 373 Printer Driver Saturation Adjust the color intensity as desired. Increasing the Saturation setting makes colors more vivid, and reducing the Saturation makes colors more subdued. Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment.
Page 374: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color
Printer Driver Object Adjustment dialog box: Color 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. Note •...
Page 375: Matching Sheet (Windows)
Printer Driver Matching Sheet (Windows) On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. Driver Matching Mode The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list.
Page 376 Printer Driver ICC Matching Mode, Driver ICM Mode and Host ICM Mode On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. The following options are available when you select ICC Matching Mode, Driver ICM Mode, or Host ICM Mode on the Matching Mode sheet.
Page 377: Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome (Windows)
Printer Driver Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome (Windows) On the Color Adjustment sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings.
Page 378 Printer Driver Saturation Not available. Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment. Defaults Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. Note •...
Page 379: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome
Printer Driver 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. Note •...
Page 380: Page Setup Sheet (Windows)
Printer Driver Page Setup Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Page Setup sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help le. Page Size Select the page size as specied in the source application. For details on available page sizes,see “Paper Sizes”.
Page 381: Paper Size
Printer Driver Enlarged/Reduced Printing Choose from the following options when this setting is activated. • Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (→P.201) • Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (→P.207) • Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (→P.213) Fit Paper Size Scales the document image to match the paper size.
Page 382: Output Method
Printer Driver Output Method Click to display the Output Method dialog box, which enables you to complete the Output Method and Name of data to be saved settings. Size Options Click to display the Paper Size Options dialog box, which enables you to register additional paper sizes or select the size system for use.
Page 383: Paper Size Options Dialog Box (Windows)
Printer Driver Paper Size Options Dialog Box (Windows) In the Paper Size Options dialog box, you can create and register your own Custom Paper Size. The sizes you dene are listed with standard paper sizes for selection later as needed. Note •...
Page 384: Edit Watermark
Printer Driver Layout Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Layout sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Page Layout Activate this setting to select a particular page layout. • Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (→P.280) •...
Page 385: Reverse Order
Printer Driver No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper) Activate this setting to print the next image skipping blank areas above and below printable data in documents, which enables you to conserve the paper. • Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (→P.307) Copies Enter the number of copies to print, in a range of “1-999.”...
Page 386: Print Date
Printer Driver Page Options Dialog Box (Windows) The Page Options dialog box offers the following settings. Note • To display the Page Options dialog box, on the Layout sheet, click Page Options. (→P.368) Print Date Select where the date is printed, as desired. To print the time as well, select Print Time Also.
Page 387: Special Settings Dialog Box (Windows)
Printer Driver Special Settings Dialog Box (Windows) If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the Special Settings dialog box. Note • To display the Special Settings dialog box, on the Layout sheet, click Special Settings. (→P.368) FineZoom Settings This function is used in large-format printing.
Page 388: Settings Details
Printer Driver Favorites Sheet (Windows) 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 (→P.327) Settings Details Displays details of the favorite selected in the Favorites.
Page 389 Printer Driver Click to display the Add dialog box, which enables you to add the current print settings as a favorite. Import Click to display the Open dialog box, which enables you to import favorite settings saved as a le. Export Click to display the Save As dialog box, which enables you to save the favorite settings as a le.
Page 390: Hot Folder
Printer Driver Utility Sheet (Windows) The following items can be executed on the Utility sheet. For details on the utilities, refer to the relevant utility help. Maintenance Click to start the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, which offers the following maintenance for the printer. •...
Page 391: Support Sheet (Windows)
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 nd the latest information on the printer and consumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information.
Page 392: Settings Summaries Dialog Box (Windows)
Printer Driver Settings Summaries Dialog Box (Windows) The Settings Summaries dialog box enables you to conrm the settings for the Main, Page Setup, Layout, and Favorites sheets. Copy Click to copy the settings information to the clipboard. You can paste the settings information into a le created with a text editor or similar application.
Page 393: Device Settings Sheet (Windows)
Printer Driver Device Settings Sheet (Windows) Many settings items on the printer properties sheets are controlled by Windows applications. However, the Device Settings sheet is for conguring the printer, and it is an extension of the printer driver. The following settings are available on the Device Settings sheet. Color Compatibility Click to display the Color Compatibility dialog box, which enables you to adjust colors if you have selected Color Mode >...
Page 394: The Features Of Preview
Preview Preview The Features of Preview The main features of Preview are as follows. • While viewing this screen, you can adjust layout settings of a document created with application software. • You can not only adjust layout settings but also your changes will be instantly applied on the preview screen, and you can print the preview screen as it is seen.
Page 395: Starting Preview
Preview Starting Preview Follow the procedure below to start the Preview. Start the apllication software which you use. From the application software’s File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. Note • Normally, select Print from the File menu. On the Main sheet, click on the Open Preview When Print Job Starts check box.
Page 396: Preview Main Window
Preview Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, preview and dialog area and status bar. Note • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool bar. 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 397: Preview Area
Preview 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.382) Status Bar This shows the message, Pages and Output Size.
Page 398: Media Type / Paper Source /Paper Size
Preview Dialog Area You can select the layout and print on the center. Media Type / Paper Source /Paper Size You can conrm 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 399: Printer Information
Preview Printer Information You can conrm the information acquired from the printer. 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. Windows Software 383...
Page 400: Print On The Center
Preview 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. Note • You cannot select this if Cut Sheet is selected in Paper Source. 384 Windows Software...
Page 401 Preview 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. Click the “No Spaces at Top or Bottom” check box on. Click the “Print”...
Page 402: Priority Setting For Rotating 90 Degrees
Preview Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees You can select Rotate 90 Degrees If Possible or Use Driver Settings from the Options menu. Setting Details Rotate 90 Degrees If Possible Rotates pages in portrait orientation 90 degrees before printing. Pages are only rotated if they can t lengthwise across the roll.
Page 403: Printing With Selecting The Layout
Preview 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 Turn at the position of Lower Button...
Page 404 Preview Note • Right Button or Left Button can be selected only when the rotated pages can t lengthwise across the roll. • By clicking Right Button or Left Button, you can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper.
Page 405: Using The Ruler
Preview Enlarge/Reduce the screen display You can enlarge or reduce the screen display when you select Zoom from the View menu. Setting Details Fit Screen Display all. Fit to Width Display to the width of the paper. Reduce Display at half of the standard size. Standard Display at the standard size.
Page 406: The Features Of Free Layout
Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout The main features of Free Layout are as follows. • Allows you to lay out at will and print a document created with application software. • You can not only lay out multiple pages on one page but also lay out and print a multiple-le document on one page, or lay out and print a document created with multiple application programs on one page.
Page 407: Starting Free Layout
Free Layout Starting Free Layout Follow the procedure below to start the Free Layout. Start the apllication software which you use. From the application software’s “File” menu, select the printer setup menu to open the “Print” dialog box. Note • Normally, select “Print”...
Page 408 Free Layout On the Print dialog box in the apllication software, click the Print button. Free Layout main window is displayed. 392 Windows Software...
Page 409: Free Layout Main Window
Free Layout Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and status bar. Note • You can use the “View” menu to show or hide the tool and status bar. Menu Bar This allows you to select menus required for operations.
Page 410: Detailed Settings
Free Layout Status Bar This shows the paper size, unit of length, and number of objects. Detailed Settings The printer driver opens when you select “Detailed Settings” from the “File” menu. The printer driver is used to congure basic settings to match the type of media loaded in the printer. Refer to Printer Driver for details on the printer driver.
Page 411: Preferences Dialog Box
Free Layout Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select “Preferences” from the “File” menu. This allows you to congure the preferences of Free Layout. “Units” Set the unit for paper length, margins, and so on. “Gridlines” You can input a grid line width value in numerical characters so that they serve as a guide to laying out objects. Note •...
Page 412 Free Layout “Object Frame Style” You can select the object frame style for printing. The following settings are available for the object frame style. Setting Details “None” You can print with no frame style. “Solid Line” You can print the solid line as the frame style. “Dotted Line”...
Page 413: Page Options Dialog Box
Free Layout Page Options Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select “Page Options” from the “File” menu. This allows you to congure the roll paper length, object layout order, and margins of Free Layout. “Roll Paper Length” Set the length of one page to print on roll paper. The following settings are available for roll paper length.
Page 414: Zoom Dialog Box
Free Layout “Margins” You can input the paper margins in numerical characters. Note • You can input between 0.0 and 50.0(mm) (between 0.00 and 1.97(inch)). • You can change the numbers by clicking either “▲” button or “▼” button. Zoom Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select “Zoom”...
Page 415: Format Dialog Box
Free Layout 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. Note • When the objects are not selected, you can not select “Format”. “Rotate”...
Page 416: Object Position
Free Layout “Position” Sheet You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. Note • When the objects are not selected, you can not select “Format”. “Object Position” You can move the object position by changing the values. Setting Details “Vertical Pos” You can input the number of the vertical position in numerical characters.
Page 417 Free Layout Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page You can lay out and print a multiple-le document on one page. From the application software’s “File” menu, select the printer setup menu to open the “Print” dialog box. Note •...
Page 418 Free Layout In the “Layout” sheet, click on the “Page Layout” check box and select “Free Layout” from the list. Note • When you select “Free Layout”, all other setting items will be disabled. Click the “OK” button to save the settings. In the “Print”...
Page 419 Free Layout Free Layout starts, laying out the document created with application software in the layout area as an object. Leaving Free Layout running, open other les with the application software and repeat the above steps. Windows Software 403...
Page 420 Free Layout 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. From the application software’s “File” menu, select the printer setup menu to open the “Print” dialog box.
Page 421 Free Layout In the “Layout” sheet, click on the “Page Layout” check box and select “Free Layout” from the list. Note • When you select “Free Layout”, all other setting items will be disabled. Click the “OK” button to save the settings. In the “Print”...
Page 422 Free Layout Free Layout starts, laying out the document created with application software in the layout area as an object. Leaving Free Layout running, open other les with other application software and repeat the above steps. 406 Windows Software...
Page 423: Selecting An Object
Free Layout Selecting an Object When an object is selected, a select box (blue border) appears around the object. Note • To select an object, click that object. • To select multiple successive objects, click them while holding down the Shift key. •...
Page 424: Changing The Object Size
Free Layout Changing the Object Size You can change the object size by means of mouse operation or by specifying a scaling value. Note • The vertical-to-horizontal ratio remains unchanged when the object is enlarged or reduced. Resizing by means of mouse operation Select an object.
Page 425: Moving An Object
Free Layout Moving an Object You can move the object position. Select an object. Place the pointer inside the selection box of the object to show the crosshair handle, and drag it to move the object. Alternatively, you can move the “Object Position” by changing the values in “Vertical Pos”, “Horizontal Pos”...
Page 426: Laying Out Objects Automatically
Free Layout Laying out Objects Automatically Click “Auto Arrange Object” in the tool bar. This automatically lays out objects. Alternatively, you may select “Auto Arrange Object” from the “Object” menu. Note • The object layout order varies depending on the “Order” setting in the Page Options Dialog Box (→P.397) dialog box.
Page 427: Aligning Objects
Free Layout Aligning Objects You can align objects systematically. Select multiple objects. Click the align button from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may select the align menu from the “Object” menu. “Align Top” Lays out the objects, justifying them to the top. “Center Vertically”...
Page 428 Free Layout “Align Left” Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left. “Center Horizontally” Lays out the objects, justifying them to the horizontal center. “Align Right” Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. 412 Windows Software...
Page 429: Changing The Object Overlapping Order
Free Layout Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the Overlapping Order menu from the “Object” menu. Note • The order of overlapping affects the order of objects automatically laid out. •...
Page 430 Free Layout “Send Backward” Moves the object one position to the back. 414 Windows Software...
Page 431: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object
Free Layout 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. Alternatively, you may select “Paste” from the “Edit” menu. Note •...
Page 432: Folded Duplex Window
Free Layout Folded Duplex Window This window is displayed if you select “Folded Duplex” from the “Edit” menu after selecting an object. Using the “Folded 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. Note •...
Page 433 Free Layout 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. Windows Software 417...
Page 434: Prints Using Folded Duplex
Free Layout Prints using Folded Duplex Allows you to produce duplex printing by combining two pages and folding them. “Folded Duplex” Any two pages can be arranged and printed in a layout that becomes duplex on folding. This can be used such as for advertising posters that are suspended from the ceiling. Select two objects from the layout area of Free Layout.
Page 435: Finished Size Settings Dialog Box
Free Layout Finished Size Settings Dialog Box This dialog box is displayed when you select “Finished Size Settings” from the “Edit” menu. This allows you to congure nished size settings. “Finished Size” Selects the method for setting the nished size. The following settings are available for the nished size.
Page 436: Binding Settings Dialog Box
Free Layout Binding Settings Dialog Box This is displayed when you select “Binding Settings” from the “Edit” menu. This allows you to congure the binding edge settings. “Binding Edge” Congures the binding edge when folding paper. The following settings are available for the binding edge. Setting Details “Bottom”...
Page 437: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The main features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy are as follows. • Allows the document scanned with the Color imageRUNNER to be automatically enlarged and printed. •...
Page 438: Starting Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Follow the procedure below to start the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy. To start by selecting “Printers and Faxes” from the “start” button From the Windows “start” button, select “Printers and Faxes” to open the “Printers and Faxes” dialog box.
Page 439 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy To start by selecting “imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” from the “start” button From the Windows “start” button, select “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy”. The “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” dialog box displays. Windows Software 423...
Page 440: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box The explanation below is on the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” dialog box. Note • For the step to open the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” dialog box, see “Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy”. (→P.422) “Hot Folder”...
Page 441 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Hot Folder Hot folder refers to a folder used for Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy. • When transferred to the PC’s hot folder, the document data scanned with the Color imageRUNNER is printed in enlarged size from the printer according to the print conditions set in the hot folder. •...
Page 442: Creating A New Hot Folder
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Creating a New Hot Folder Open the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” dialog box, and then click the “Add” button. Note • For the step to open the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” dialog box, see “Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy”.
Page 443 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Select the media type to print. Note • If the “Borderless Printing” checkbox is checked, only media types that can be used for borderless printing are displayed in the list. Click the “Next” button. Select roll paper or cut sheet to print. Also, select the media size to print. Click the “Next”...
Page 444 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy To receive a document scanned with the Color imageRUNNER, you need to share a folder. Enter the folder shared name in Shared Name. Click the “Next” button. Note • This shared name is used as the name of the hot folder. •...
Page 445: Specifying An Existing Shared Folder As A Hot Folder
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder Share the folder you want to specify as a hot folder. Open the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” dialog box, and then click the “Add” button. Note • For the step to open the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy”...
Page 446 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The location of the folders will appear. Select the folder to specify a hot folder, and click the “OK” button. As necessary, set the print conditions in the hot folder. (→P.431) Click the “OK” button to close the “Add/Edit Hot Folder” dialog box. The hot folder you have created appears in the “Hot Folder”...
Page 447: Setting The Print Parameters
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Setting the Print Parameters The printer driver opens when you click the “Properties” button in the “Add/Edit Hot Folder” dialog box. The printer driver is used to congure basic settings to match the type of media loaded in the printer. Refer to Printer Driver for details on the printer driver.
Page 448 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (Windows) Scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER can be enlarged and printed automatically. Originals you create by scanning with a Color imageRUNNER are transferred to a "hot folder" and printed automatically after enlargement according to printing conditions you specify for that folder.
Page 449 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER. Congure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals to the hot folder. It is easy to send scanned originals to the hot folder if you assign the scanning settings and destination to a Favorites button on the Color imageRUNNER.
Page 450: The Features Of Imageprograf Status Monitor
Status Monitor Status Monitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. Two screens are available in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor : “Printer List” shows a list of printers, and “Status Monitor”...
Page 451 Status Monitor Note • For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Windows Software 435...
Page 452: Job Management Using Imageprograf Status Monitor
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. Preempting Other Jobs If you select a print job and click the “Preempt” button, the selected job is printed ahead of the job that currently precedes it in the print queue.
Page 453: Accounting Manager
The Accounting Manager in Status Monitor displays approximate estimates of the amount of paper consumed and the ink consumed per printed page. Canon cannot guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. These estimates will also vary depending on the conditions of printer use.
Page 454: Accounting Manager Main Window
Accounting 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. Title Bar This displays the printer model, its serial number and the port number it is using. Menu Bar Allows you to select the menu options required for operation.
Page 455: Job List Area
Accounting 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 specied period. For more information on how to select the job logs displayed, see Switching Between Displaying Jobs on Printer and Regularly Acquired Jobs.
Page 456: Totals Area
Accounting Totals Area Displays the total costs for the selected job and the amounts of paper and ink consumed. Note • If you are viewing regularly acquired print jobs, selecting a period on the left side of the window displays the total costs for that period and the amounts of paper and ink consumed.
Page 457: Accounting Manager Basic Procedures
Accounting Accounting Manager Basic Procedures The rst time you use the Accounting Manager, use the following procedures to congure the settings. Congure unit costs, including the costs of ink and paper. For details of the unit cost settings, see Conguring Unit Costs in Accounting Manager. (→P.441) Set options such as the units displayed.
Page 458: Setting The Unit Cost For Ink
Accounting Setting the Unit Cost for Ink Open the “Ink” sheet. Set the unit cost for ink in this sheet. To set the same unit cost for all the inks Select the “Use same price for all ink” checkbox. Enter the “Tank Capacity” and “Price”. Click the “OK”...
Page 459: Setting The Unit Cost For Paper
Accounting Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Open the “Paper” sheet. Set the unit cost for paper in this sheet. Select a media type from the “Media Type” list. Enter the “Width”, “Length” and “Price”. Click the “Add” button. To change the unit cost for a media type you have already set, click the “Overwrite”...
Page 460: Setting The Unit Cost For Items Other Than Ink And Paper
Accounting Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper Open the “Other” sheet. Use this sheet to set any price for items other than inks and paper. Enter any name in the “Name” eld. Enter a value in “Unit Cost”. Use “Allocated”...
Page 461: Paper Width
Accounting Conguring 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 congure the display settings. “Date Display Format” Use this option to select the display format for dates. "YYYY" indicates the year, "MM" the month and "DD" the day.
Page 462: Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition
Accounting Automatically Acquiring Print Job Logs at Regular Intervals This feature collects print job logs from the printer at regular intervals and saves the logs on your computer. Select “Regular Data Acquisition” in the “Settings” menu. Select “Acquire print job logs regularly”. Click the “OK”...
Page 463: Exporting Print Job Data As A Csv File
Accounting Switching Between Displaying Jobs on Printer and Regularly Acquired Jobs The print job logs displayed by the Status Monitor Accounting Manager contain two types of job: Jobs on Printer and Regularly Acquired Jobs. You can select whether to display Jobs on Printer or Regularly Acquired Jobs in the Listed Job Selection Area on the left side of the window.
Page 464: Showing Job Properties
Accounting Showing Job Properties If you select a job in the job list and then select “Show Job Properties” in the “File” menu, the “Job Properties” dialog box appears, allowing you to check information such as detailed cost data. You can copy text-based information in this dialog box to the clipboard by clicking the “Copy” button. Note •...
Page 465 Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access is an application that links photos from Canon digital cameras and other image les on your computer with various other applications. • Simply select an image and click the icon of the application you want to start to launch the application.
Page 466: Using Posterartist To Compose Originals
Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals You can print a variety of source documents from word-processing or spreadsheet programs or screen shots from web browsers after composing an original with them using PosterArtist. This topic describes how to use PosterArtist to compose originals from multiple applications, creating a poster layout for printing.
Page 467 Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals Select the Page Layout check box. Click in the Edit Using PosterArtist in the Page Layout list. When you attempt to print, PosterArtist starts up and the PageCapture window is displayed. (At this point, the document will not be printed yet.) Choose the page to load in PosterArtist.
Page 468: Device Setup Utility
Device Setup Utility Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility is a utility to establish communication between the printer and your computer by completing relevant settings. After the printer is installed, for example, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility to complete the network settings initially.
Page 469 Device Setup Utility Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility On a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility provided with the printer to congure the printer’s IP address. This topic describes how to congure the IP address using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility.
Page 470: Mac Os X Software
Printer Driver Mac OS X Software Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X) For instructions on accessing the Mac OS X printer driver, refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X) (→P.460) For information on the Mac OS X printer driver settings, refer to the following topics.
Page 471 Printer Driver Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. This sets the Format for and Paper Size. Note • The conguration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the settings are congured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 472 Printer Driver Access the Page Setup pane. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Manual in Paper Source, make sure the size as selected in Page Setup is displayed in Page Size. If you have selected Roll Paper in Paper Source, make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width.
Page 473 Printer Driver Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X) There are two ways to conrm what printing conditions have been specied, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings • Checking a print preview Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main, Page Setup, Utility, and Additional Settings panes.By checking images and numerical values in the preview, you can conrm current settings for the page size, orientation, paper source, and so on.
Page 474 Printer Driver Checking a print preview You can check an image of the original just as it will be printed. Conrming the image of print jobs beforehand helps prevent printing errors. For details on print previews,see “Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing”. (→P.313) 458 Mac OS X Software...
Page 475 Printer Driver Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview function. Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. Select the Print Preview check box.
Page 476 Printer Driver Using Favorites (Mac OS X) You can use the Presets function in Mac OS X for favorite-based printing. Note • In the printing dialog box, click Save As in the Presets list to save the current print settings. This is a standard feature of the operating system.
Page 477: Print Preview
Printer Driver Main Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Main pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • On the Main pane, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the print target, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 478 Printer Driver Conguration using Easy Settings Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. • Printing Photos and Images (→P.152) • Printing Line Drawings and Text (→P.160) • Printing Ofce Documents (→P.171) Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. View set.
Page 479 Printer Driver Conguration using Advanced Settings Print Priority Choose the graphic elements that you want to emphasize for printing. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing (→P.187) Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing (→P.187) Color Mode Choose the color mode.
Page 480 Printer Driver Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Mac OS X) On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and congure printer driver media type setting. Note • To display the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, on the Main pane, click Get Information by Media Type.
Page 481: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac Os X)
Printer Driver Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X) The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • To display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Set by Media Type. (→P.461) Media Type Select the paper type.
Page 482 Printer Driver Mirror Specify whether to print a mirror image, as needed. Select this option to print a version of the document or image with the left and right sides inverted. View settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Mac OS X) In the View settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application.
Page 483: Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac Os X)
Printer Driver Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS X) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them. However, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver. Color Adjustment pane: color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment pane.
Page 484: Matching Pane
Printer Driver Saturation Adjust the color intensity as desired. Increasing the Saturation setting makes colors more vivid, and reducing the Saturation makes colors more subdued. Note • For details on settings items,see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P.177) Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment.
Page 485: Color Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac Os X)
Printer Driver Color Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Color Settings pane for monochrome printing. Color Adjustment pane: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note •...
Page 486 Printer Driver Saturation Not available. Note • For details on settings items,see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P.177) Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment.
Page 487: Page Setup Pane (Mac Os X)
Printer Driver Page Setup Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Paper Source Choose how paper is supplied. Options displayed in the list vary depending on the selection in Media Type in the Main pane.
Page 488: Rotate Page 90 Degrees
Printer Driver Paper Size Choose the size of the paper you will print on. Click Display all selections for Paper Size to list available sizes. For details on available paper sizes,see “Paper Sizes”. (→P.101) Print Centered Select this checkbox to print document images in the center of the paper. •...
Page 489: Utility Pane (Mac Os X)
Printer Driver Utility Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Utility pane. Click to display the Printer dialog box, which offers the following maintenance for the printer. • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) cleaning • Head alignment adjustment •...
Page 490: Additional Settings Pane (Mac Os X)
Printer Driver Additional Settings Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Additional Settings pane. Data Send Method Choose how print data is sent to the printer. • Send Print Data Immediately to Printer • Send All Print Data as Batch to Printer 474 Mac OS X Software...
Page 491: Support Pane (Mac Os X)
On the Support pane, you can view support information and the user’s manual. Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can nd the latest information on the printer and consumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information.
Page 492 Preview Preview The Features of Preview The main features of Preview are as follows. • While viewing this screen, you can adjust layout settings of a document created with application software. • You can not only adjust layout settings but also your changes will be instantly applied on the preview screen, and you can print the preview screen as it is seen.
Page 493 Preview Starting Preview Follow the procedure below to start the Preview. Start the apllication software which you use. From the application software’s “File” menu, select the printer setup menu to open the “Print” dialog box. Note • Normally, select “Print” from the “File” menu. Click “Print Preview”...
Page 494 Preview Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, and preview, dialog , drawer and status area. Note • You can use the “View” menu to show or hide the tool bar. Menu Bar This allows you to select menus required for operations.
Page 495: Drawer Area
Preview 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. Status Area This shows “Input Size”...
Page 496: Paper Settings Panel
Preview 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. Note • 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 497 Preview “Copies” You can input the number of print copies in numerical characters. Note • The maximum value is 999. • You can change the numbers by clicking either “▲” button or “▼” button. “Restore Defaults” Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Preview. “Print”...
Page 498 Preview Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that matches 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”...
Page 499 Preview “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” / “High” / “Standard” / “Draft” Resolution “1200dpi”...
Page 500: Advanced Settings
Preview Advanced Settings Presents detailed settings for the print quality, the color mode, and other items so you can select the values for these settings yourself. “Print Priority” Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details “Image”...
Page 501: Output Settings Panel
Preview Output Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Output Settings in the dialog area. “Enlarged/Reduced Printing” Select the method for enlarged/reduced printing. The following settings are available for enlarged/reduced printing. Setting Details Fit Paper Size Enlarges/reduces the whole page automatically to t the media size selected for output.
Page 502: Rotate Page
Preview Paper Size You can select the size of the print media. Note • This is not displayed when “Fit Roll Paper Width” is set in “Enlarged/Reduced Printing”. “Print Centered” You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. For more information about “Print Centered”, see “Print on the Center”.
Page 503: Color Adjustment
Preview 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 monochrome.
Page 504: Adjusting Color
Preview 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”...
Page 505 Preview 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 506: Colorsync
Preview Matching You can set the matching. “Matching Mode” You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Driver Matching Mode Independent driver color matching is performed. (→P.492) ICC Matching Mode (→P.493) Color matching using ColorGear is performed. ColorSync (→P.494) Color matching using CMM from Mac OS is performed.
Page 507: Soft Proof
Preview “Soft Proof” When you place a checkmark here, “ColorSync” applies to the preview area. Note • You can select only after “ColorSync” has been selected in “Matching Mode”. Mac OS X Software 491...
Page 508: Driver Matching Mode
Preview Driver Matching Mode Under “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” Gives priority to color hue in color matching suitable for output of photographic images.
Page 509: Icc Matching Mode
Preview ICC Matching Mode Under “Matching Mode” on the “Matching”, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the “Matching Method” list, and then select a setting. Setting Details “Perceptual” Gives priority to color hue in color matching suitable for output of photographic images. Colorimetric Gives priority to reducing the differences in color between the original as it appears on the screen and the printed output.
Page 510 Preview ColorSync Place a checkmark on “Soft Proof” to simulate the output product in Layout Area. 494 Mac OS X Software...
Page 511: Go To Page Dialog Box
Preview Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select “Preferences” from the “imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview” menu. You can set the preferences for Preview. “Units” Set the unit for paper length, margins, and so on. Zoom Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select “Zoom” from the “View” menu. You can enlarge or reduce the screen display.
Page 512: Print With No Borders
Preview Print with No Borders You can use the borderless printing function to print without margins surrounding the image. Note • With some media borderless printing can be performed only between two edges. • To use the borderless printing function, the specied media must be set to the printer. On the Paper Settings Panel (→P.480) , select “Roll Paper”...
Page 513 Preview Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. Note • This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in “Borderless Printing”. On the Output Settings panel, click the “Print Centered” check box on. Click the “Print”...
Page 514 Preview 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. Note • This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in “Borderless Printing”. On the Paper Settings Panel (→P.480) , select “Roll Paper”...
Page 515: Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees
Preview Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees You can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper. On the Paper Settings Panel (→P.480) , select “Roll Paper” in Paper Source. On the Output Settings panel, click the “Rotate Page” check box on. Select “Rotate Right 90 Degrees”...
Page 516: Display With Fitting To The Width Of The Paper
Preview Display with Fitting to the Width of the Paper In the preview area, you can display to the width of the paper. Select “Fit to Width” from the tool bar. Fitting to the width of the paper, it is displayed. 500 Mac OS X Software...
Page 517: Display With All
Preview Display with All In the preview area, you can display all. Select “Fit Screen” from the tool bar. All is displayed. Mac OS X Software 501...
Page 518: Display With Actual Size
Preview 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. 502 Mac OS X Software...
Page 519: Moving A Page
Preview Moving a Page You can move a page to display in the preview area. Select each button in “Go to Page” on the tool bar. Setting Details Go to the rst page. Go to the previous page. Go to the next page. Go to the last page.
Page 520: The Features Of Free Layout
Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout The main features of Free Layout are as follows. • Allows you to lay out at will and print a document created with application software. • You can not only lay out multiple pages on one page but also lay out and print a multiple-le document on one page, or lay out and print a document created with multiple application programs on one page.
Page 521 Free Layout Starting Free Layout Follow the procedure below to start the Free Layout. Start the apllication software which you use. From the application software’s “File” menu, select the printer setup menu to open the “Print” dialog box. Note • Normally, select “Print”...
Page 522 Free Layout Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and dialog areas. Note • You can use the “View” menu to show or hide the tool. 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 523 Free Layout Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. Mac OS X Software 507...
Page 524 Free Layout 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. Note • 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 525 Free Layout “Copies” You can input the number of print copies in numerical characters. Note • The maximum value is 999. • You can change the numbers by clicking either “▲” button or “▼” button. “Restore Defaults” Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Free Layout. “Print”...
Page 526 Free Layout Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that matches 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”...
Page 527 Free Layout “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” / “High” / “Standard” / “Draft” Resolution “1200dpi”...
Page 528 Free Layout Advanced Settings Presents detailed settings for the print priority, the print quality, and other items so you can select the values for these settings yourself. “Print Priority” Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details “Image”...
Page 529: Color Adjustment
Free Layout 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 monochrome.
Page 530 Free Layout 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”...
Page 531 Free Layout 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 532: Colorsync
Free Layout Matching You can set the matching. “Matching Mode” You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Driver Matching Mode Independent driver color matching is performed. (→P.518) ICC Matching Mode (→P.519) Color matching using ColorGear is performed. ColorSync (→P.520) Color matching using CMM from Mac OS is performed.
Page 533 Free Layout “Soft Proof” When you place a checkmark here, “ColorSync” applies to the layout area. Note • You can select only after “ColorSync” has been selected in “Matching Mode”. Mac OS X Software 517...
Page 534 Free Layout Driver Matching Mode Under “Matching Mode”, select Driver Matching Mode. Click the “Matching Method” list, and then select a setting. Setting Details “Auto” Automatically selects the best color matching method for each Image, Graphics, Text. “Perceptual” Gives priority to color hue in color matching suitable for output of photographic images.
Page 535 Free Layout ICC Matching Mode Under “Matching Mode”, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the “Matching Method” list, and then select a setting. Setting Details “Perceptual” Gives priority to color hue in color matching suitable for output of photographic images. Saturation Gives priority to vividness in color matching.
Page 536 Free Layout ColorSync Check that “ColorSync” is selected in “Matching Mode”. Place a checkmark on “Soft Proof” to simulate the output product in Layout Area. 520 Mac OS X Software...
Page 537: Print Object Frames
Free Layout 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. “Units” Set the unit for paper length, margins, and so on. “Gridlines” You can input a grid line width value in numerical characters so that they serve as a guide to laying out objects. Note •...
Page 538 Free Layout Auto Arrange Spacing Change the object-to-object spacing to be applied in the operation of laying out objects automatically. Note • You can input between 0.0 and 100.0(mm) (between 0.00 and 3.94(inch)). • You can change the numbers by clicking either “▲” button or “▼” button. 522 Mac OS X Software...
Page 539: Page Setup Dialog Box
Free Layout Page Setup Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select “Page Setup” from the “File” menu.This dialog box provides selections for setting the media size, orientation and other important features. “Paper Orientation” This selects the paper orientation. The following settings are available for orientation.
Page 540 Free Layout Paper Size You can select the size of the print media. Note • You cannot display this if “Roll Paper” is selected in Paper Source. Zoom Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select “Zoom” from the “View” menu. You can enlarge or reduce the screen display.
Page 541 Free Layout 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. Note • When the objects are not selected, you can not select “Format”. “Rotate”...
Page 542 Free Layout Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page You can lay out and print a multiple-le document on one page. From the application software’s “File” menu, select the printer setup menu to open the “Print” dialog box. Note •...
Page 543 Free Layout Selecting an Object When an object is selected, a select box (blue border) appears around the object. Note • To select an object, click that object. • To select multiple successive objects, click them while holding down the shift key. •...
Page 544 Free Layout Changing the Object Size You can change the object size by means of mouse operation or by specifying a scaling value. Note • The vertical-to-horizontal ratio remains unchanged when the object is enlarged or reduced. Resizing by means of mouse operation Select an object.
Page 545 Free Layout Moving an Object You can move the object position. Select an object. Place the pointer inside the selection box of the object to show the crosshair handle, and drag it to move the object. Rotating an Object You can rotate the object. Select an object.
Page 546 Free Layout Laying out Objects Automatically Click “Auto Arrange” in the tool bar. This automatically lays out objects. Alternatively, you may select “Auto Arrange Object” from the “Object” menu. Note • The object layout order varies depending on the “Order” setting on the Page Setup Dialog Box. (→P.523) 530 Mac OS X Software...
Page 547 Free Layout Aligning Objects You can align objects systematically. Select multiple objects. Select the align menu from the “Object” menu. “Align Top” Lays out the objects, justifying them to the top. “Center Vertically” Lays out the objects, justifying them to the vertical center. “Align Bottom”...
Page 548 Free Layout “Align Left” Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left. “Center Horizontally” Lays out the objects, justifying them to the horizontal center. “Align Right” Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. 532 Mac OS X Software...
Page 549 Free Layout Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the overlapping order menu from the “Object” menu. “Bring to Front” Moves the object to the frontmost position. “Send to Back” Moves the object to the backmost position. Mac OS X Software 533...
Page 550 Free Layout “Bring Forward” Moves the object one position to the front. “Send Backward” Moves the object one position to the back. 534 Mac OS X Software...
Page 551 Free Layout 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. Alternatively, you may select “Paste” from the “Edit” menu. Note •...
Page 552 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The main features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy are as follows. • Allows the document scanned with the Color imageRUNNER to be automatically enlarged and printed. •...
Page 553: Hot Folder
Copy” dialog box, the icon of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility will appear on the Dock when starting OS X thereafter. • You can also start the utility directly by clicking on the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy.app” icon in “Applications” > “Canon Utilities” > “iR Enlargement Copy”. Mac OS X Software 537...
Page 554: Monitor Hot Folder Constantly
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box The explanation below is on the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” dialog box. Note • For the step to open the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” dialog box, see “Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy”. (→P.537) “Delete les in the folder”...
Page 555 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Hot Folder Hot folder refers to a folder used for Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy. • When transferred to the PC’s hot folder, the document data scanned with the Color imageRUNNER is printed in enlarged size from the printer according to the print conditions set in the hot folder. •...
Page 556 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Click the “OK” button to open the “Add/Edit Hot Folder” dialog box. In “Name”, enter the name to display in the Hot Folder list. In “Hot Folder”, enter the Hot Folder name. Click the “OK” button. The created Hot Folder is listed in the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy”...
Page 557 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) Open the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” dialog box. Select the Hot Folder from the Hot Folder list. From “Enlarged Copy Settings”, click “Edit” button to open the “Add/Edit Hot Folder” dialog box. Make the necessary settings in the Paper Settings Panel.
Page 558 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Make the necessary settings in the Output Settings Panel. (→P.549) Make the necessary settings in the Color Settings Panel. (→P.551) 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”. Select the check box labeled “File Sharing”, and click the “Options”...
Page 559: Deleting A Hot Folder
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Deleting a Hot Folder Open the “Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy” dialog box. Select the Hot Folder you want to delete from the Hot Folder list. Select “Delete the entire folders, as well as items in the list above”, and then click the “Delete” button.
Page 560 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Setting the Print Parameters You can set the print conditions in the setting panels within the “Add/Edit Hot Folder” dialog box. The settings available on each panel are as follows. • Paper Settings Panel (→P.544) • Output Settings Panel (→P.549) •...
Page 561 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy “Roll Paper Width” This selects the width of the roll media set to the printer. Note • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source. Automatic Cutting You can set the printer to cut roll paper automatically or print a guideline for cutting. The following settings are available for automatic cutting.
Page 562 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that matches 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”...
Page 563 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy “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”...
Page 564 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Advanced Settings Presents detailed settings for the print priority, the print quality, and other items so you can select the values for these settings yourself. “Print Priority” Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details “Image”...
Page 565: Enlarged/Reduced Printing
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Output Settings Panel “Enlarged/Reduced Printing” Select the method for enlarged/reduced printing. The following settings are available for enlarged/reduced printing. Setting Details Fit Paper Size Enlarges/reduces the whole page automatically to t the media size selected for output. Select the media size to print from Paper Size. “Fit Roll Paper Width”...
Page 566: Output Method Button
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy “Print Centered” Select this feature to print the image in the center of a cut sheet or to print left and right margins evenly from the edges of roll paper. Note • This feature is useful when you print the document enlarged or reduced with Scaling as well. When an image is scaled, it is always enlarged or reduced in reference to a starting point in the upper left corner of the page.
Page 567: Colorsync
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy 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 monochrome. “Color (CAD)” Prints lines in the best color possible so they are easy to see.
Page 568 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Driver Matching Mode Under “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” Gives priority to color hue in color matching suitable for output of photographic images.
Page 569 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ICC Matching Mode Under “Mode”, select ICC Matching Mode. Click “Method” list, and then select a setting. Setting Details “Perceptual” Gives priority to color hue in color matching suitable for output of photographic images. “Saturation” Gives priority to vividness in color matching. Colorimetric Gives priority to reducing the differences in color between the original as it appears on the screen and the printed output.
Page 570 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ColorSync Under “Mode”, select “ColorSync”. Click the “Printer Prole” list, and then select a printer prole. Note • Available when using Mac OS X 10.3.9-10.4. 554 Mac OS X Software...
Page 571 Follow these steps to register and modify hot folders. To display the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, either double-click the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy.app icon after navigating to Canon Utilities - “iR Enlargement Copy” in the Applications folder or click Set in the Utility pane In Enlarged Copy Settings, click Add or Edit and either create or modify the hot folder.
Page 572 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER. Congure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals to the hot folder. It is easy to send scanned originals to the hot folder if you assign the scanning settings and destination to a Favorites button on the Color imageRUNNER.
Page 573: The Features Of Imageprograf Printmonitor
Printmonitor 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. • You can check the status of print jobs, cancel jobs, and manage them as needed. •...
Page 574: Job Management Using Imageprograf Printmonitor
Printmonitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor You can use the Driver Panel in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs. Preempting Other Jobs If you select a print job and click the button, the selected job is printed ahead of the job that currently precedes it in the print queue.
Page 575: Printing Held Jobs
Printmonitor Printing Held Jobs Printing of the job with a “Status” of “Holding” is paused because the paper specied by the driver does not match the paper currently loaded in the printer. Use the procedure below to print the held job. Select the held job and click the “Replace Paper”...
Page 576: Network Setting
Network Setting Network Setting Network Setting Network Environment System requirements The system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are as follows. • Printing over a TCP/IP network (when using IPv4) • Compatible operating systems • Windows 2000 (Professional or Server) •...
Page 577 Network Setting • Printing over an AppleTalk network • Compatible operating systems • Mac OS X 10.2.8-10.4 • Compatible computer • A computer that runs one of the above operating systems Note • The printer cannot be used over a LocalTalk network. •...
Page 578: Network Environment
Network Setting Network Environment After conrming what type of network environment you will connect the printer to, set up the printer and computers as needed. • Example of a Windows network In Windows networks, print over TCP/IP. Note • NetBIOS is not supported. •...
Page 579 Network Setting Conguring the IP Address on the Printer You must congure the printer’s IP address before using the printer in a TCP/IP network. The printer’s IP address is congured automatically when you install the printer driver following the instructions in the Setup Guide. Congure the IP address by using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility, the printer Control Panel, or ARP or PING commands, if the IP address is changed, or if you change the printer connection mode to a network connection.
Page 580 Network Setting Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility On a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility provided with the printer to congure the printer’s IP address. This topic describes how to congure the IP address using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility.
Page 581 Network Setting Conguring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel This topic describes how to congure the printer’s IP address on the Control Panel. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note •...
Page 582 Network Setting Important • Be sure to complete step 11. This will activate the values you have entered. • You can also specify the subnet mask and default gateway on the Control Panel. Note • If an error message is displayed, check the settings and correct any invalid values. 566 Network Setting...
Page 583 Network Setting Conguring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands This topic describes how to congure the IP address using ARP and PING commands. To use the ARP and PING commands, you will need to know the printer’s MAC address. You can conrm the MAC address on the Control Panel.
Page 584 Network Setting Note • The subnet mask and default gateway are set to “0.0.0.0.” Use RemoteUI to change the subnet mask and default gateway to match your network settings. For details on RemoteUI, see “Using RemoteUI”. (→P.569) Conguring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings When printing in a TCP/IPv6 network, you must congure the TCP/IPv6 settings on the Control Panel.
Page 585: Using Remoteui
Network Setting Using RemoteUI Enter the printer’s IP address in a web browser to display the RemoteUI page. After you log on to RemoteUI from the page, you can check and change the status of the printer and print jobs, and congure network settings. To access RemoteUI, start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address) box to display the RemoteUI page.
Page 586: When Using An Ipv4 Ip Address
Network Setting Conguring the Printer’s TCP/IP Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the TCP/IP network settings. When using an IPv4 IP address Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address) box to display the RemoteUI page.
Page 587 “.” for the rst character, or “-” or “.” for the last character. Multicast DNS Service Name Specify the printer’s Multicast DNS Canon iPFxxxx (xxxxxx) service name. (1-63 characters) This name will be displayed when Bonjour functions are used. Click OK to display the Network page.
Page 588: When Using An Ipv6 Ip Address
Network Setting When using an IPv6 IP address Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://“printer IP address or name”/ Example: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/ Select Administrator Mode and click Logon. If a password has been set on the printer, enter the password.
Page 589 Network Setting Default Setting Item Details Perform dynamic updating of Activate when assigning a stateful stateful addresses address dynamically. Dynamically update the stateless Activate when assigning a stateless address address dynamically. Dynamically update the manual Activate when assigning a manual address address dynamically.
Page 590 Mac OS X 10.2.8-10.4. If you use multiple printers in the same zone, assign a unique name to each printer. By default, the network interface name is “Canon NB-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 591 Network Setting Conguring the Printer’s NetWare Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the NetWare network settings. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://“printer IP address or name”/ Example: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/ Select Administrator Mode and click Logon.
Page 592 Network Setting Default Setting Item Details Printer Number Specify the number of the printer connected to the NetWare print server. (0-15) Tree Name Specify the name of an NDS PServer tree that has a NetWare print server. (0-32 characters) Context Name Specify the name of a context that has a NetWare print server.
Page 593: Specifying Printer-Related Information
Network Setting Specifying Printer-Related Information Specify device information, security, and email notication settings as follows. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://“printer IP address or name”/ Example: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/ Select Administrator Mode and click Logon.
Page 594 Network Setting Conguring the Communication Mode Manually This topic gives instructions for conguring the communication mode manually. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
Page 595 Network Setting Email Notication When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur The printer can notify you of the printer status by email. Even when you are away from the printer, you can know when printing is nished or if errors occur. Receive notication via email on your mobile phone or at your computer. Use the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) function to set up email recipients and message timing.
Page 596: Initializing The Network Settings
Network Setting Initializing the Network Settings Use RemoteUI to restore the network settings to the default values as follows. Important • Initializing the network settings will also restore the default value of the printer’s IP address. As a result, the RemoteUI page cannot be displayed in the web browser after this procedure. •...
Page 597: Network Setting (Windows)
Network Setting (Windows) Network Setting (Windows) Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows) This topic describes how to specify the printer driver destination if the printer’s IP address is changed, or if you will use the printer over a network connection instead of via USB connection. The procedure described below is the conguration based on the LPR or Raw protocol using the standard TCP/IP port in Windows (Standard TCP/IP Port).
Page 598: Sharing The Printer In Windows
Network Setting (Windows) Sharing the Printer in Windows If you set up a computer as a print server in Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, or Windows Server 2008, the computer can receive print jobs sent from other computers (clients) connected to it for printing.
Page 599 Network Setting (Windows) On the Sharing sheet, click Share this printer and enter the shared name. To print jobs from clients running other versions of Windows, click Additional Drivers and follow the instructions to install the printer driver of the corresponding version. If you are prompted to choose the location of the printer driver le, insert the provided User Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive and specify the folder where the printer driver is located.
Page 600 Network Setting (Windows) Conguring the Printer’s NetWare Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the NetWare network settings. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://“printer IP address or name”/ Example: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/ Select Administrator Mode and click Logon.
Page 601 Network Setting (Windows) Default Setting Item Details Printer Number Specify the number of the printer connected to the NetWare print server. (0-15) Tree Name Specify the name of an NDS PServer tree that has a NetWare print server. (0-32 characters) Context Name Specify the name of a context that has a NetWare print server.
Page 602: Specifying The Printer's Frame Type
Network Setting (Windows) Specifying the Printer’s Frame Type To enable communication between the printer and computers on your network, specify the Ethernet frame type in your NetWare environment. Follow these steps to specify the frame type by using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility or the printer Control Panel.
Page 603: Specifying The Frame Type Using The Printer Control Panel
Network Setting (Windows) Specifying the frame type using the printer Control Panel On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
Page 604: Specifying Netware Print Services
Network Setting (Windows) Specifying NetWare Print Services Before printing in a NetWare network, you must congure print services such as print servers, print queues, and so on. You can congure the print service settings from a computer using any of the following Novell software provided with NetWare.
Page 605 Network Setting (Windows) Using NWADMIN or PCONSOLE to set up the print server Use NWADMIN to set up the print server if NDS queue server mode or remote printer mode is used. Log into NetWare as Administrator or with equivalent rights, and then start NWADMIN. Run Quick Setup.
Page 606 Network Setting (Windows) Use PCONSOLE to set up the print server if bindery queue server mode or remote printer mode is used. Log into NetWare as Admin and start PCONSOLE. Switch to bindery mode. If the print server has not been created, create it. In Available Options, select Quick Setup, and press the Enter key.
Page 607: Specifying Netware Protocols
Network Setting (Windows) Specifying NetWare Protocols Follow the steps below to congure NetWare protocol settings other than the frame type by using RemoteUI. Note • For details on RemoteUI, see “Using RemoteUI”. (→P.569) Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address) box to display the RemoteUI page.
Page 608 Network Setting (Windows) • If you have selected NDS PServer: Queue Server Mode (Using an NDS Print Server) In Tree Name and Context Name, enter the tree and context name of the print server. In Print Server Name, enter the name of the print server created in "Specifying NetWare Print Services.
Page 609 Network Setting (Windows) Conguring NetWare Network Settings To print over a NetWare network, congure the network environment as follows. Important • To congure network settings, you must be logged in with administrative rights such as “Administrator” account. We recommend that your network administrator congure the network settings. Specify the Ethernet frame type for communication between the printer and computers.
Page 610: Installing Imageprograf Device Setup Utility
Network Setting (Windows) Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility Install imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the User Software CD-ROM provided with the printer as follows: Important • In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows Vista/Windows Server 2008, you must log on with administrative rights equivalent to the “Administrator” account. Insert the User Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
Page 611 Network Setting (Windows) Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility On a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility provided with the printer to congure the printer’s IP address. This topic describes how to congure the IP address using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility.
Page 612: Network Setting (Mac Os X)
Network Setting (Mac OS X) Network Setting (Mac OS X) Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh) Specify the printer driver destination as follows if the printer’s IP address is changed, or if you will use the printer over a network connection instead of via USB connection. •...
Page 613 Mac OS X 10.2.8-10.4. If you use multiple printers in the same zone, assign a unique name to each printer. By default, the network interface name is “Canon NB-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 614: Activating Appletalk On The Printer
Network Setting (Mac OS X) Conguring the Destination for AppleTalk Networks (Macintosh) To print over an AppleTalk network, activate the AppleTalk protocol and congure the destination as follows. Activating AppleTalk on the printer Important • By factory default, the AppleTalk protocol is disabled on the printer. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄...
Page 615 Network Setting (Mac OS X) Conguring the destination (Mac OS X) Important • AppleTalk is supported in Mac OS X 10.2.8-10.4. Note • The following procedures are based on Mac OS X 10.4. The method of conguring the destination varies depending on the version of Mac OS X. In System Preferences, click Network to display the Network window.
Page 616 If you use the printer in a TCP/IP network, make sure the printer’s IP address is congured correctly. (→P.565) Conguring the Destination (Mac OS X) Navigate to Applications > Canon Utilities > imagePROGRAF PrinterSetup and double-click imagePROGRAF PrinterSetup.app. Click Next.
Page 617 Network Setting (Mac OS X) Complete Printer Name and Location as desired and click Register. Click Finish. Network Setting 601...
Page 618 Network Setting (Mac OS X) Conguring the Destination for Bonjour Network (Macintosh) In Mac OS X 10.2.8 and later, use Bonjour functions to easily connect the printer to the network. Follow the steps below to congure the destination if you use the printer on TCP/IP network. Important •...
Page 619: Adjustments For Better Print Quality
Adjusting the Printhead Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead If printed documents are affected by the following problems, try adjusting the printhead. • Printing is faint or affected by banding in different colors Execute Nozzle Check to check for printhead nozzle clogging. For instructions, see “Checking for Nozzle Clogging”.
Page 620: Automatic Adjustment To Straighten Lines And Colors
Adjusting the Printhead Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors (Head Posi. Adj.) If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, execute Head Posi. Adj. to adjust the Printhead alignment. There are two modes for automatic Printhead adjustment: Auto(Standard) and Auto(Advanced). Auto(Standard) will x most slight image distortion or color misalignment, but if not, try Auto(Advanced).
Page 621 Adjusting the Printhead On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button. The Set./Adj.
Page 622 Adjusting the Printhead Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors (Head Posi. Adj.) If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, execute Head Posi. Adj. to adjust the Printhead alignment. Normally, execute Auto(Standard) or Auto(Advanced). (→P.604) However, when printing on special paper, or if printing is not improved after Auto(Advanced), try Manual.
Page 623 Adjusting the Printhead Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual, and then press the OK button. A test pattern is printed for adjustment. Press ▲ or ▼ to select D, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select D-1, and then press the OK button. Examine adjustment test pattern D-1 and determine the number with straight lines.
Page 624: Adjusting Line Misalignment (Head Inc. Adj)
Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting Line Misalignment (Head Inc. Adj.) If printed lines are misaligned, execute Head Inc. Adj. to adjust the angle of inclination of the Printhead. Executing Head Inc. Adj. requires you to examine a printed test pattern and enter an adjustment value. Paper to Prepare Rolls An unused roll at least 10 inches wide...
Page 625 Adjusting the Printhead Align the Angle Adjustment Lever with the red square and close the Top Cover. A test pattern is printed for adjustment. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). Touching these parts may damage them. •...
Page 626 Adjusting the Printhead Close the Top Cover. The Printhead is now straight, and adjustment is complete. 610 Adjustments for Better Print Quality...
Page 627: Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion And Blurry Images
Adjusting the Printhead Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images (Head Height) If the Printhead rubs against paper during printing, adjusting the Printhead height may improve results. If image edges are blurred, it may help to lower the Printhead. Note • Raise or lower the printhead, depending on the nature of the problem.
Page 628: Adjusting The Feed Amount
Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount If printed documents are affected by the following problems, try adjusting the feed amount. • Banding in different colors • Line length is not accurate in the direction paper is fed To adjust the feed amount, do the following, in this order.
Page 629 Adjusting the feed amount Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method (Feed Priority) Methods of adjusting the amount paper is fed are set in Adj. Priority. Adjust Adj. Priority to suit your particular printing application. • Print Quality : Adjusts the feed amount to reduce banding across the sheet in printed documents. Adj.
Page 630: Automatic Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality)
Adjusting the feed amount Automatic Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality) If printed images are affected by banding in different colors across the sheet, execute Adj. Quality for automatic adjustment of the paper feed amount. There are two modes of automatic adjustment to correct banding: Auto(GenuinePpr) and Auto(OtherPaper). In either mode, the printer prints and reads a test pattern for automatic adjustment of the feed amount.
Page 631 Adjusting the feed amount On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button. The Set./Adj.
Page 632: Manual Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality)
Adjusting the feed amount Manual Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality) If printed images are affected by banding in different colors, execute Adj. Quality for adjustment of the paper feed amount. Use Manual adjustment with highly transparent media or other paper for which Auto(GenuinePpr) or Auto(OtherPaper) cannot be used.
Page 633 Adjusting the feed amount Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual, and then press the OK button. Test pattern A is printed for manual adjustment. Note • When printing on sheets, follow the instructions on the Display Screen and remove the sheet. Examine test pattern A for adjustment.
Page 634 Adjusting the feed amount Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount (Adj. Fine Feed) If the contrast is uneven or banding in different colors appears at 50 mm (2.0 in) intervals in printed documents, try executing Adj. Fine Feed during printing to ne-tune the feed amount. Note •...
Page 635: Adjusting Line Length (Adjust Length)
Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting Line Length (Adjust Length) To ensure that lines in CAD drawings are printed at exactly the right length, use Adjust Length to adjust the amount that paper is advanced. There are two options in Adjust Length : AdjustmentPrint and Change Settings. •...
Page 636 Adjusting the feed amount Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Feed Priority, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
Page 637: Adjusting The Vacuum Strength (Vacuumstrngth)
Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Vacuum Strength (VacuumStrngth) When printing on heavyweight paper or paper that curls or wrinkles easily, if the Printhead rubs against paper, adjusting the level of suction against paper on the Platen may improve results. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄...
Page 638: Maintenance
Ink Tanks Maintenance Ink Tanks Ink Tanks Ink tanks that can be used in the printer are labeled with a white letter “J” in a black circle on the side. When purchasing ink tanks, make sure a “J” is printed on the label, along with the following Ink Tank serial numbers. •...
Page 639: Replacing Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks Replacing Ink Tanks Compatible ink tanks Ink tanks that can be used in the printer are labeled with a white letter “J” in a black circle on the side. Request ink tanks with the same label when you purchase new ones. For details, see “Ink Tanks”. (→P.622) Precautions when handling ink tanks Take the following precautions when handling ink tanks.
Page 640: Access The Menu For Ink Tank Replacement
Ink Tanks Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◄ or ► to select the Ink tab ( Note • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Press the OK button.
Page 641: Install The Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks Hold the Ink Tank by the grips and remove it. Press the OK button. Caution • 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.
Page 642 Ink Tanks Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank. Caution • Never touch the ink holes or electrical contacts. This may cause stains, damage the Ink Tank, and affect printing quality. Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown, with the ink holes down.
Page 643 Ink Tanks Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. Note • If the Ink Lamp is not lit, reload the tank. Close the Ink Tank Cover. Maintenance 627...
Page 644: Checking Ink Tank Levels
Ink Tanks Checking Ink Tank Levels On the Display Screen, you can check how much ink is left in the ink tanks. To check remaining Ink Tank levels, access the Tab Selection screen on the Control Panel and press ◄ or ►...
Page 645: When To Replace Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks When to Replace Ink Tanks Replace or prepare to replace ink tanks in the following situations. If a message for checking the ink is shown on the Display Screen When there is little ink left, the Message Lamp is lit and Not much ink is left. is shown on the Display Screen.
Page 646: Checking For Nozzle Clogging
Printheads Printheads Printhead A replacement Printhead. • Printhead PF-04 Note • For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see “Replacing the Printhead”. (→P.633) Checking for Nozzle Clogging If printing is faint or affected by banding in different colors, make sure the Printhead nozzles are clear by printing a test pattern to check the nozzles.
Page 647 If horizontal lines are faint or incomplete, follow the steps below and check again for nozzle clogging. Clean the Printhead. (→P.632) Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. Note • If you repeat these steps several times but the horizontal lines are still faint or incomplete, contact your Canon dealer. Maintenance 631...
Page 648: Cleaning The Printhead
If printing does not improve after Head Cleaning B, try repeating Head Cleaning B once or twice. If this still does not improve printing, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. •...
Page 649: Replacing The Printhead
• 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.630) Precautions when handling the Printhead Take the following precautions when handling the Printhead.
Page 650: Access The Menu For Printhead Replacement
Printheads Access the menu for Printhead replacement Caution • When replacing the Printhead immediately after printing, wait a few minutes before replacing it. The metal parts of the Printhead become hot during printing, and there is a risk of burns from touching these parts.
Page 651: Replace The Printhead
Printheads Replace the Printhead Open the Top Cover. Instructions are now shown on the Display Screen regarding Printhead replacement. Important • During Printhead replacement, do not move the Carriage from the position indicated. If you accidentally move the Carriage, you will hear a warning tone, and Printhead replacement is no longer possible.
Page 652 Printheads Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). Touching these parts may damage them. • Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage. This may damage the printer. Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to open it completely. Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely.
Page 653 Printheads Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from the pouch. Important • When handling the Printhead, always hold it by the grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or metal contacts (c). This may damage the Printhead and affect printing quality. •...
Page 654 Printheads With the nozzles facing down and the metal contacts toward the back, insert the Printhead into the Carriage. Carefully push the printhead rmly into the Carriage, ensuring that the nozzles and metal contacts do not touch the carriage. Pull the Printhead Fixer Cover down toward the front to lock the Printhead in place. Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the printer until it clicks.
Page 655: Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge A replacement Maintenance Cartridge. • Maintenance Cartridge MC-10 Note • For instructions on replacing the Maintenance Cartridge, see “Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge”. (→P.639) Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge Compatible maintenance cartridges For information on compatible maintenance cartridges, see “Maintenance Cartridge”. (→P.639) Precautions when handling the Maintenance Cartridge Take the following precautions when handling the Maintenance Cartridge.
Page 656 Maintenance Cartridge Make sure the printer is ready for Maintenance Cartridge replacement You can replace Maintenance Cartridge if the Display Screen advises you to check the remaining capacity or replace the Maintenance Cartridge. If a message is displayed requesting Maintenance Cartridge replacement, you can skip the step “Access the menu for Maintenance Cartridge replacement.”...
Page 657: Replace The Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Open the box, remove the plastic bag and packaging material, and take out the Maintenance Cartridge. Important • Never touch the metal contacts (a). This may damage the Maintenance Cartridge. At this point, open the Maintenance Cartridge Cover. Hold the used Maintenance Cartridge by the grip (a) with one hand and put your other hand under the Maintenance Cartridge to hold it rmly on the bottom, keeping it level as you pull it out.
Page 658 Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Note • In accordance with active and ongoing environmental programs, Canon supports recycling of used maintenance cartridges. Follow the instructions provided with the new Maintenance Cartridge that describe how to process the used Maintenance Cartridge.
Page 659 Maintenance Cartridge Close the Maintenance Cartridge Cover. Press the OK button. The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge. Maintenance 643...
Page 660: Checking The Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity
Maintenance Cartridge Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity The Maintenance Cartridge absorbs excess ink from borderless printing, printhead cleaning, and other processes. You can conrm the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge by checking the Maintenance Cartridge capacity shown on the Display Screen. To check remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity, access the Tab Selection screen on the Control Panel and press ◄...
Page 661: When To Replace The Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Replace or prepare to replace the Maintenance Cartridge in the following situations. If a message for checking the Maintenance Cartridge is shown on the Display Screen When the Maintenance Cartridge is almost full, the Message Lamp is lit and The level is low is shown on the Display Screen.
Page 662: Cleaning The Printer
Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. To ensure a comfortable working environment, clean the printer exterior about once a month. Turn the printer off. (→P.24) Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
Page 663: Cleaning Inside The Top Cover
Cleaning the Printer Cleaning Inside the Top Cover Clean inside the Top Cover about once a month to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. Also clean inside the Top Cover in the following situations to ensure optimal operation. •...
Page 664 Cleaning the Printer Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely, wipe inside the Top Cover to clean it. Wipe away any ink residue on the Platen as a whole (a), the Paper Retainer (b), Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (c), and Ejection Guide (d). Important •...
Page 665 Cleaning the Printer Note • When cleaning between the Platen and Ejection Guide, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe over the Output Tray and along grooves. Close the Top Cover. Maintenance 649...
Page 666 If printing does not improve after Head Cleaning B, try repeating Head Cleaning B once or twice. If this still does not improve printing, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. •...
Page 667: 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 668 Other Maintenance Remove the Ink Tank Open the Ink Tank Cover. Pressing the tip of the Ink Tank Lock Lever horizontally, lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever to release the lock. Holding the ink tanks by the grips, remove them. Note •...
Page 669: Pack The Printer
Other Maintenance Close the Ink Tank Cover. At this point, ink is drawn out from inside the tubes. Important • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge during this process. When the process is nished, Completed! Turn Power Off!! is displayed. Pack the printer Press the Power button and turn off the printer.
Page 670: Updating The Firmware
The rmware version is displayed. Updating the Firmware To obtain the latest rmware, visit the Canon website. If the rmware available online is newer than the installed rmware, update the printer rmware. For details on downloading and updating the rmware, visit the Canon website.
Page 671: Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions This section presents frequently asked questions and answers. To view more detailed explanations, click the hyperlinks in the answer column. Question Answer How do I print on a roll? When printing on rolls, after loading the roll, specify the paper type and length, both on the Control Panel and in the printer driver.
Page 672 Frequently Asked Questions Question Answer How do I print without wasting To conserve paper, you can specify in the printer driver to rotate originals paper? 90 degrees or to print without top and bottom margins. Þ"Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (→P.301) " Þ"Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (→P.307) "...
Page 673: Problems Regarding Paper
Problems Regarding Paper Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) Follow these steps to remove any scraps left in the Paper Feed Slot after you clear jammed sheets or roll paper. Turn the printer off. (→P.24) Push the Release Lever back. Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cover.
Page 674 Problems Regarding Paper Holding it at the positions indicated, close the Roll Cover. Pull the Release Lever forward. 658 Troubleshooting...
Page 675 Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Roll Paper If paper from a roll becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel. Remove the jammed paper as follows. Open the Roll Cover. Use a commercially available cutter or the like to cut the paper of the loaded roll.
Page 676 Problems Regarding Paper Close the Top Cover. Important • Do not move the Carriage over jammed paper. This may damage the Printhead. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer.
Page 677 Problems Regarding Paper • If the paper is jammed by the Ejection Guide Remove the jammed paper from the Output Tray. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. Pull the Release Lever forward. Troubleshooting 661...
Page 678 Problems Regarding Paper Clearing a Jammed Sheet If a sheet becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel. Remove the jammed paper as follows. Push the Release Lever back. Remove the jammed paper. • If paper is jammed inside the Top Cover Open the Top Cover and move the Carriage to the left or right side manually, away from the jam.
Page 679 Problems Regarding Paper Important • Do not move the Carriage over jammed paper. This may damage the Printhead. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer. • If the paper is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot.
Page 680 Problems Regarding Paper Pull the Release Lever forward. 664 Troubleshooting...
Page 681: Cannot Load Sheets
Problems Regarding Paper Roll Paper Cannot be Inserted into the Paper Feed Slot Cause Corrective Action The roll paper is warped. Straighten out curls and reload the roll. Paper is jammed by the paper feed slot. Remove the jammed paper. (→P.120) (→P.145) Cannot load sheets...
Page 682: Roll Paper Is Continuously Ejected
Problems Regarding Paper Roll Paper is Continuously Ejected Cause Corrective Action Although sheets are selected as the paper source, a After roll ejection stops, follow these steps to reload roll was advanced. the roll. Push the Release Lever back. Open the Roll Cover. Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder toward the back to rewind the roll.
Page 683: Printing Does Not Start
Printing does not start Printing does not start The Data Reception Lamp on the Control Panel does not light up Cause Corrective Action The printer is not on. Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in, all the way. Press the Power button to turn on the printer.
Page 684: The Printer Stops During A Print Job
RTL commands when Auto Rotate is On in the print again. Control Panel menu. (→P.49) The printer is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. The printer stops when printing a HP-GL/2 job (the carriage stops moving) Cause Corrective Action The printer is analyzing the print job.
Page 685: Problems With The Printing Quality
Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality Printing is faint Cause Corrective Action You may be printing on the wrong side of the paper. Print on the printing surface. The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Print a test pattern to check the nozzles and see if they are clogged.
Page 686: Paper Rubs Against The Printhead
Problems with the printing quality Paper rubs against the Printhead Cause Corrective Action The type of paper specied in the printer driver does Load paper of the same type as you have specied not match the type loaded in the printer. in the printer driver.
Page 687: The Edges Of The Paper Are Dirty
Problems with the printing quality The edges of the paper are dirty Cause Corrective Action The Platen has become dirty after borderless printing Open the Top Cover and clean the Platen. or printing on small paper. (→P.647) The type of paper as specied on the printer does not Make sure the same type of paper is specied on the match the type specied in the printer driver.
Page 688: The Surface Of The Paper Is Dirty
Problems with the printing quality The surface of the paper is dirty Cause Corrective Action The Paper Retainer is soiled. Clean the Paper Retainer. (→P.647) You are using a paper that does not dry easily. In the Control Panel menu, set Roll DryingTime to at least 1 min.
Page 689: Printed Colors Are Inaccurate
Problems with the printing quality Printed colors are inaccurate Cause Corrective Action Color adjustment has not been activated in the In the Advanced Settings of the printer driver, Advanced Settings of the printer driver. access Color Settings in Color Mode to adjust colors.
Page 690: Banding In Different Colors Occurs
Problems with the printing quality Banding in different colors occurs Cause Corrective Action The paper feed amount is out of adjustment. Adjust the feed amount. (→P.612) Printing does not proceed smoothly because print Exit other applications and cancel other print jobs. jobs are interrupted during transmission.
Page 691: Colors In Printed Images Are Uneven
Problems with the printing quality Colors in printed images are uneven Cause Corrective Action Line Drawing/Text is selected when printing images In Print Priority in the Advanced Settings of the in many solid colors. printer driver, choose Image. You are printing on paper that curls easily. Printed colors may appear uneven on the leading edge of paper that is susceptible to curling.
Page 692: Image Edges Are Blurred Or White Banding Occurs
Problems with the printing quality Image edges are blurred or white banding occurs Cause Corrective Action The Platen suction is too strong. In the Control Panel menu, set VacuumStrngth to Weakest. (→P.621) The Printhead is set too high in the Control Panel In the Control Panel menu, set Head Height to menu.
Page 693: Images Are Printed Crooked
Problems with the printing quality The length of printed images is inaccurate in the feeding direction Cause Corrective Action In the Control Panel menu, Adj. Priority is set to Set Adj. Priority to Print Length in the Control Print Quality. Panel menu, and then execute Adjust Length.
Page 694: Line Thickness Is Not Uniform
Problems with the printing quality Line thickness is not uniform Cause Corrective Action In the Special Settings dialog box of the Windows Access the printer driver Properties dialog box from printer driver, Fast Graphic Process is selected. Print in the File menu of the source application, and follow these steps to print.
Page 695: Cannot Print Over A Network
Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a network Cannot connect the printer to the network Cause Corrective Action The Ethernet cable is not connected Make sure the printer is connected to the network with the correct correctly to the printer’s Ethernet port. Ethernet cable, and then turn the printer on.
Page 696: Cannot Print Over A Netware Network
Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a NetWare network Cause Corrective Action The printer’s NetWare settings are not congured Make sure the printer’s NetWare settings are correctly. congured correctly. In particular, make sure a valid frame type is selected. (→P.575) The computer you are trying to print from is not Make sure the computer’s NetWare settings are...
Page 697: Installation Problems
In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows Vista/Windows Server 2008, you must log on with administrative rights, such as those of the “Administrator” account. From the Windows start menu, select Programs >Canon Printer Uninstaller >imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Uninstaller to display the Delete Printer window.
Page 698: Hp-Gl/2 Problems
HP-GL/2 problems HP-GL/2 problems With HP-GL/2, printing is misaligned Cause Corrective Action The plotter origin is incorrect. Check the printing commands. The Margin setting in the Control Panel menu is Adjust the Margin setting values in the Control Panel incorrect. menu.
Page 699: Hp-Gl/2 Jobs Are Printed At Maximum Size, Even If A
HP-GL/2 problems HP-GL/2 jobs are printed 6 mm larger than specied Cause Corrective Action The page size of the HP-GL/2 print job, as created in In the Control Panel menu, set PageSizeProcess1 the source application, is incorrect. to On. (→P.49) HP-GL/2 jobs are printed at maximum size, even if a standard size is specied Cause...
Page 700: The Printer Does Not Go On
Other problems Other problems The printer does not go on Cause Corrective Action The printer is unplugged. Plug the power cord into the outlet, and then turn on the printer. The specied voltage is not supplied. Check the voltage of the outlet and breaker. Use a power source that conforms to the printer specications.
Page 701: If The Printer Makes A Strange Sound
However, printing may start later after data reception, depending on the size of print data.) • After ink tank replacement. (Ink agitation takes about three and a half minutes.) In other cases, contact your Canon dealer. Troubleshooting 685...
Page 702: The Printer Consumes A Lot Of Ink
Other problems Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared Cause Corrective Action The printer has not detected the new Maintenance Remove the new Maintenance Cartridge you have Cartridge that was used to replace the old one. just installed and insert it again rmly. Restart the printer.
Page 703: Ink Level Detection
Printing with the ink level detection canceled may lead to printer damage and printing problems. Canon Inc. is not liable for any damage that may occur as a result of relling ink.
Page 704 Other problems 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 ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A conrmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen.
Page 705: Messages Regarding Paper
Messages regarding paper Error Message Messages regarding paper MediaType Mismatch Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control Panel menu Follow these steps to ensure the paper type matches is set to Pause, the type of paper loaded does not on the printer and in the printer driver.
Page 706: The Paper Is Too Small
Messages regarding paper The paper is too small. Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control Panel menu Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, and then press the OK is set to Pause, paper smaller than the size specied button to resume printing.
Page 707: Replace Paper With A4/Ltr (Vertical) Or Larger
Messages regarding paper The paper is too small. Replace paper with A4/LTR (vertical) or larger Cause Corrective Action The loaded paper is too small. Replace the paper with paper of A4/Letter (vertical) size or larger as follows. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Change Paper, press the OK button, and remove the paper.
Page 708: Paprwidth Mismatch
Messages regarding paper PaprWidth Mismatch Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control Panel menu is Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, and then press the OK set to Pause or Warning, the width of the loaded roll button to resume printing.
Page 709: Paper Size Not Detected
Messages regarding paper Paper size not detected. Cause Corrective Action Paper has been loaded askew, or warped paper has Follow these steps to reload the roll. been loaded. Push the Release Lever back. Adjust the right edge of the roll to make it parallel to the orange Paper Alignment Line.
Page 710: This Paper Cannot Be Used
Messages regarding paper Insufcient paper for job Cause Corrective Action The printer has received a print job longer than the Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, and then press the OK amount of roll paper left when ManageRemainRoll button to resume printing. in the Control Panel menu is On.
Page 711: The Roll Is Empty
Messages regarding paper Roll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded. Cause Corrective Action A print job for rolls was received when a sheet is Follow these steps to load and print on a roll. loaded. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Cut Sheet, press the OK button, and remove the sheet.
Page 712: Sheet Printing Is Selected
Messages regarding paper Sheet printing is selected. Cause Corrective Action You have attempted to print a test print sheet or other Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load Cut Sheet, and then printer status information on a sheet, but no sheet press the OK button.
Page 713: Paper Jam
Messages regarding paper Paper jam Push the release lever back. Cause Corrective Action A paper jam occurred in the printer during printing. Push the Release Lever back and remove the jammed paper. (→P.120) (→P.145) Load the paper. Pull the Release Lever forward. If Not nished printing.
Page 714: Paper Is Crooked
Messages regarding paper Paper is crooked. Cause Corrective Action Paper loaded crooked was detected when the paper Follow these steps to reload the roll. was advanced. Push the Release Lever back. Adjust the right edge of the roll to make it parallel to the orange Paper Alignment Line.
Page 715: Paper Not Aligned With Right Guide
Messages regarding paper Paper not aligned with right guide. Cause Corrective Action When paper was loaded, it was not aligned with the Follow these step to reload a sheet. guide on the right side. Push the Release Lever back. Pull out the sheet. Pull the Release Lever forward.
Page 716: Paper Cutting Failed
(→P.96) Push the Release Lever back and remove the paper. In other cases, the Cutter Unit may be damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. End of paper feed. Cause Corrective Action You are pressing the ▲ button on the Control Panel Release the ▲...
Page 717: Rel Lever Is In Wrong Position
Messages regarding paper Rel lever is in wrong position. Cause Corrective Action The Release Lever is pushed back. Pull the Release Lever forward. Turn off the printer and wait a while before restoring power. Borderless printng not possible. Cause Corrective Action The print job received species a type or width of Follow these steps to change the settings of the print paper that is not compatible with borderless printing.
Page 718: Paper Position Not Suitable For Borderless Printing
Messages regarding paper Paper position not suitable for borderless printing. Cause Corrective Action Because paper expands or contracts depending on Press ▲ or ▼ to select Stop Printing, and then the environment of use, it may become narrower or press the OK button. wider than the supported width for borderless printing.
Page 719: Messages Regarding Ink
Messages regarding ink Messages regarding ink Ink insufcient. Cause Corrective Action The ink level is low, so you cannot print, clean the Press ▲ or ▼ to select Rep. Ink Tank, and then Printhead, or do other operations that require ink. press the OK button.
Page 720: Ink Tank Is Empty
Messages regarding ink Ink tank is empty. Cause Corrective Action There is no ink left in an ink tank. Open the Ink Tank Cover and replace the Ink Tank for which the Ink Lamp is ashing. (→P.623) Not much ink is left. Cause Corrective Action Not much ink is left.
Page 721: Messages Regarding Printing Or Adjustment
Messages regarding printing or adjustment Messages regarding printing or adjustment Cannot adjust printhead. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Execute Head Posi. Adj. again, as follows. Press the OK button to clear the error. Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. (→P.630) Clean the Printhead if the nozzles are clogged.
Page 722: Check Printed Document
Messages regarding printing or adjustment Check printed document. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are becoming clogged. If printing is faint, clean the Printhead. (→P.632) 706 Error Message...
Page 723: Messages Regarding Printheads
Messages regarding printheads Messages regarding printheads Cannot adjust printhead. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Execute Head Posi. Adj. again, as follows. Press the OK button to clear the error. Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. (→P.630) Clean the Printhead if the nozzles are clogged.
Page 724: Execute Printhead Cleaning
Messages regarding printheads No printhead Cause Corrective Action No Printhead is installed. Install the Printhead. (→P.633) Execute printhead cleaning. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Follow these steps to clean the Printhead. Stop printing by pressing ▲ or ▼ to select Stop Printing.
Page 725: Messages Regarding The Maintenance Cartridge
Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Insert the maintenance cartridge. Cause Corrective Action The Maintenance Cartridge is not installed. Install the Maintenance Cartridge. (→P.639) Wrong maintenance cartridge. Cause Corrective Action A Maintenance Cartridge for a different model of Replace it with the Maintenance Cartridge for your printer is installed.
Page 726: Gl2: W0502 The Parameter Is Out Of Range
Messages regarding HP-GL/2 Messages regarding HP-GL/2 This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2. Cause Corrective Action The printer has received a HP-GL/2 print job that Follow these steps to replace the type of paper in cannot be printed on the paper that has been the printer.
Page 727: Top Cover Is Open
Cause Corrective Action An error requiring service may have occurred. Write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Hardware error. xxxxxxxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number) Cause Corrective Action...
Page 728: Prepare For Parts Replacement
You can continue to use the printer for some time service is required. until Parts replacement time has passed. will be displayed. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Parts replacement time has passed. Cause Corrective Action It is past the recommended time to replace Contact your Canon dealer for assistance.
Page 729 Index Index Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ......103 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors (Head Posi. Adj.) .........604 About This User Manual ..........1 Automatic Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality) ..614 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X) ........460 Automatically Acquiring Print Job Logs at Regular Intervals ..............446 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from...
Page 730 Index Choosing Paper for Printing ........194 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) ...........192 Canceling print jobs ..........91 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X .......93 Conditions (Windows) ..........190 Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel ...91 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover .......647 Canceling Print Jobs from Windows ......92 Cleaning the Printer ..........646...
Page 731 Index Edit Button ..........424, 538 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network (Macintosh) .............602 Hot Folder ............424 Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks Monitor Hot Folder Constantly ......538 (Macintosh) .............600 Operation Guide Button ........424 Configuring the Destination (Mac OS X) ..600 Save Printed Data ..........424 Configuring the IP Address on the Printer ....563 Start Button ............424...
Page 732 Index Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) ......308 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Easy Settings .........482, 510, 546 Degrees ..............301 Print Quality ........483, 511, 547 Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) ..301 Print Target ........482, 510, 546 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) ..541...
Page 733: Hp-Gl/2 Jobs Are Printed 6 Mm Larger Than Specified
Index Format Dialog Box ..........399, 525 HP-GL/2 jobs are printed in monochrome (or color) ..............682 Enl./Red............399 HP-GL/2 Printing ............170 Object Position ..........400 HP-GL/2 printing takes a long time ......683 Object Size ..........400, 525 HP-GL/2 problems ..........682 Position Sheet ..........400 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing ....5 Rotate ............399, 525 Printing a group of individual topics in the...
Page 734 Index Print Priority ............463 Print Quality ..........462, 463 Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left ..126 Print Target ............462 Printer ...............461 Reduce Print Unevenness ........463 Set ............461, 463 Launching the Accounting Manager .......437 Sharpen Text ............463 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Thicken Fine Lines ...........463 Application Programs on One Page ....404, 526 Unidirectional Printing ........463...
Page 735: Other Problems
Index Matching ............490, 516 Input Profile ..........490, 516 Network Environment ..........560 Matching Method ........490, 516 Network Environment ........562 Matching Mode .........490, 516 System requirements ........560 Printer Profile ..........490, 516 Network Setting ............560 Soft Proof ..........491, 517 Network Setting (Mac OS X) ........596 Matching Sheet (Windows) ........359 Network Setting (Windows) ........581 Driver Matching Mode ........359...
Page 736: Paper Jam
Index Roll Paper Length ..........397 Between Scans ..........465 Page Options Dialog Box (Windows) .....370 Cut Speed ............465 Format Settings ..........370 Drying Time ............465 Print Date ............370 Media Type ............465 Print Page Number ...........370 Mirror ..............466 Print User Name ..........370 Near End Margin ..........465 Page Setup Dialog Box ..........523 Roll Paper Margin for Safety ......465 Order ..............523...
Page 737: Prepare For Parts Replacement
Index Paper Sizes ............101 Printhead ..............630 Rolls ..............101 Printhead error ............707 Sheets ..............101 Printheads ..............630 PaprWidth Mismatch ..........692 Printing at full size ..........219 Parts replacement time has passed.......712 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) ......222 Pasting a Copied or Cut Object ......415, 535 Printing at Full Size (Windows) ......220 Pausing Printing ............95 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes ..253...
Page 738 Index Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) ....156 (Windows) ..............271 Printing Photos and Images (Windows) ....154 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously .....275 Printing Posters in Sections ........286 Roll paper (banner) ..........275 Page Layout .............286 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously Printing procedure ............77 (Mac OS X) .............278...
Page 739 Index Replacing Ink Tanks ..........623 Roll paper is not securely in contact with roll holder..............702 Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement ..624 Roll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded..695 Compatible ink tanks ........623 Roll printing is selected..........694 Install the ink tanks ...........625 Rotating an Object ..........409, 529 Make sure the printer is ready for Ink Tank...
Page 740 Index Specifying Colors and Printing CAD Drawings ..167 Support Sheet (Windows) ........375 Color Compatibility ...........167 Settings Summaries .........375 Specifying Colors and Printing CAD Drawings Support Information ..........375 (Windows) ..............168 User Manual .............375 Specifying NetWare Print Services ......588 Switching Between Displaying Jobs on Printer and Choosing the type of print services ....588 Regularly Acquired Jobs .........447 Using NWADMIN or PCONSOLE to set up the...
Page 741: Unknown File
Index Turning the Printer On and Off .........24 Turning the printer off .........25 When to Replace Ink Tanks ........629 Turning the printer on .........24 Before print jobs and maintenance that consume Types of Paper ............96 a lot of ink ............629 Accessing the Paper Reference Guide from If a message for checking the ink is shown on imagePROGRAF Support Information ....96...

Canon iPF650 - imagePROGRAF Color Inkjet Printer User Manual

Introduction

Printer Parts

Basic Printing Workflow

Handling Paper

Working with Various Print Jobs

Enhanced Printing Options

Quick Links

User Manual

Troubleshooting

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