Canon 2159B002 manual

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    User Manual ENG Large Format Printer[...]

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    Contents Contents � � Contents Introduction 1 How to use th�s manual ................................................................. ................... 1 About Th�s User Manual .............................................................................................................. 1 V�ew�ng V �deos of Explanat�ons .........[...]

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    �� Contents Contents Basic Printing W orkow 82 Pr�nt�ng procedure ................................................................. ......................... 82 Load�ng and Pr�nt�ng on Rolls ................................................................................... ................ 82 Load�ng and Pr�nt�ng on Sheets ?[...]

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    Contents Contents ��� Med�a Deta�led Sett�ngs D�alog Box (Mac OS 9) ..................................................................... 159 Handl�ng sheets ............................................................................................ 160 Select�ng the Cassette as the Paper Source ..................................[...]

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    �v Contents Contents Pr�nt�ng L�ne Draw�ngs and T ext (W�ndows) ............................................................................ 252 Pr�nt�ng L�ne Draw�ngs and T ext (Mac OS X) .......................................................................... 254 Pr�nt�ng L�ne Draw�ngs and T ext (Mac OS 9)...........[...]

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    Contents Contents v Pr�nt�ng banners or at other non-standard s�zes ........................................... 360 Pr�nt�ng V ert�cal or Hor�zontal Banners (Large-Format Pr�nt�ng) ............................................. 360 Pr�nt�ng on Non-Standard Paper S�zes ..........................................................[...]

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    v� Contents Contents Other useful sett�ngs ..................................................................................... 447 Pr�nt�ng W�th W atermarks ........................................................................................................ 447 Mak�ng the Or�g�nal Or�entat�on Match the Paper Or�entat�o[...]

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    Contents Contents v�� Mac OS X ................................................................. .................................... 512 Pr�nter Dr�ver Sett�ngs (Mac OS X) ................................................................................... ...... 512 Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X) ..................................[...]

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    v��� Contents Contents Network Sett�ng (W�ndows) ................................................................. ......... 572 Conguring the Printer's NetW are Network Settings ............................................................... 572 Specifying the Printer's Frame T ype ...........................................[...]

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    Contents Contents �x Clean�ng the Pr�nter ...................................................................................... 642 Clean�ng the Pr�nter Exter�or ................................................................................................... 642 Clean�ng Ins�de the T op Cover ....................................[...]

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    x Contents Contents Th�n l�nes are not pr�nted after sw�tch�ng to Economy Pr�nt�ng mode ...................................... 672 Installat�on problems ..................................................................................... 673 The IEEE 1394 Dr�ver Cannot Be Installed Correctly ......................................[...]

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    Contents Contents x� Roll pr�nt�ng �s selected, but sheets are loaded. ...................................................................... 703 Roll pr�nt�ng �s selected. ................................................................................... ....................... 703 Sheet pr�nt�ng �s selected. .................[...]

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    x�� Contents Contents Other Messages ................................................................. .......................... 718 GARO Wxxxx (x represents a number) ................................................................................... 718 T op cover �s open. ...................................................................[...]

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    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 . Be sure to read this informat[...]

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    How to use this manual • Cross-reference Other pages or manuals that provide related information are indicated as follows in this User Manual. Cross-Reference in the Same User Manual Example: see “T urning the Printer On and Of f”. (→P .19) Click the link to jump to the corresponding page. Cross-Reference in Related Manuals Example: See the[...]

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    How to use this manual V iewing V ideos of Explanations T o view videos related to topic pages, click the V iew V ideo button. The video will play in a separate window . This way , you can learn by watching demonstrations of the actual procedures. V ideo Requirements: In Windows, Adobe Flash Player must be installed to view the videos. If it is not[...]

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    How to use this manual HTML V ersion of the Manual for Printing For your convenience when printing this manual, HTML versions of the sections in “Using the Printer” on the top page are available. All topics in a section are combined in one le for printing. This section describes how to print sections of the manual, using the content of Print[...]

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    How to use this manual 3. In the title area of Printing Procedure , click Access to the HTML for printing . An HTML version of the topics in Printing Procedure is displayed, suitable for printing. Introduction 5[...]

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    How to use this manual 4. 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. • Macintosh On a Macintosh computer , click anywhere in the e[...]

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    How to use this manual 5. Specify conditions as needed, and then click Print (Windows) or Print (Macintosh). • Windows • Macintosh Note • T o print “Software” on the top page or individual topics that are displayed, follow steps 4 and 5. Introduction 7[...]

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    Printer parts Printer Parts Printer parts Front Standard When the Cassette and Output T ray are removed a. T op Cover Open this cover to install the Printhead and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer , as needed. ( → P .1 1) b. Paper T ray Cover Open this cover to load sheets in the T ray . ( → P .12) c. Roll Feed Unit Load rolls in [...]

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    Printer parts j. Paper Alignment Line When loading heavyweight paper , ensure the paper edge is parallel to this line. k. Cutter Unit A round-bladed cutter for automatic cutting of roll paper . The cutter is retracted inside when not cutting. l. Cassette Load sheets in this tray . m. Maintenance Cartridge Absorbs excess ink. n. Ink T ank Cover Open[...]

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    Printer parts Back a. Expansion Board Slots For installing an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board, as desired. b. USB Port Connect a USB cable to this port. This port is compatible with High Speed USB 2.0. c. Ethernet Port Connect an Ethernet cable to this port. d. Power Supply Connector Connect the power cord to this connector . e. Back Cover Ope[...]

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    Printer parts T op Cover (Inside) a. Carriage Moves the Printhead . It serves a key role in printing. ( → P .14) 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. Platen The Printhead moves across the platen during printing. V acuum holes on the [...]

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    Printer parts T ray Feed Area a. T ray Load sheets manually in this tray . b. T ray Extension When loading sheets, open the Paper T ray Cover before opening this tray . c. Width Guide When loading the sheets , move the guide to match the paper size. d. T op Paper Feed Slot When loading sheets, insert them here. e. Front Paper Feed Slot ( Output T r[...]

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    Printer parts Roll Feed Unit Cover (Inside) a. Roll Holder Load rolls on this holder . b. Holder Stopper Secure rolls on the Roll Holder with this part. c. Roll Holder Slot Slide the Roll Holder into this guide slot. Printer Parts 13[...]

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    Printer parts Carriage a. Printhead Fixer Cover Holds the Printhead in place. b. Printhead The printhead is equipped with ink nozzles. It serves a key role in printing. c. Printhead Fixer Lever Locks the Printhead Fixer Cover . 14 Printer Parts[...]

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    Printer parts Ink T ank Cover (Inside) a. Ink T ank Cartridges of ink in various colors. b. Ink T ank Lock Lever A lever that locks the Ink T ank in place and protects it. Open or close the lever when replacing an Ink T ank . c. Ink Lamp (Red) Indicates the state of the Ink T ank as follows when the Ink T ank Cover is opened. • On On: The Ink T a[...]

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    Printer parts Control Panel a. 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 printer is paused or updating the rmware. • Of f There are no active print jobs when the Data lamp is of f. b. Message lamp (Orange) • On A warnin[...]

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    Printer parts f. Online Button Switches the printer online and of ine. ( → P .26) • On (Green) The printer is online. • Flashing In mode transition. • Of f The printer is of ine. g. Feeder Selection Button Switches the paper source. Each time you press this button, the paper source switches between auto feed (when the paper source is [...]

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    Printer parts V ents The vents are on top (1), on the right (2), and on the bottom on the right (3 and 4). Caution • Do not block these vents when the printer is on. • A void setting paper or other light objects near the vents. Cassette a. Width Guide Adjust this guide to hold paper widthwise. b. Length Guide Adjust this guide to hold paper len[...]

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    Control Panel Control Panel T urning the Printer On and Off T urning the printer on 1. 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. 2. The printer goes online in preparation for printing after startup, and the Online lamp and p[...]

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    Control Panel • No paper is loaded Load paper . ( → P .82) ( → P .89) Important • Starting the printer when it is connected via the USB cable to a Macintosh computer that is of f may cause the computer to start up at the same time. T o prevent this, disconnect the USB cable before starting the printer . Connecting the printer to the compute[...]

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    Control Panel Printer Modes Printer modes are classied as follows and described in this topic. • Modes (→P .21) • Mode transition (→P .22) • Online, and state of the Control Panel (→P .23) • Of ine, and state of the Control Panel (→P .24) • Menu mode, and state of the Control Panel (→P .25) • Submenu mode, and state of t[...]

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    Control Panel Mode transition The printer mode transitions are as follows: *1: When submenus are displayed, you can press any button other than the Information button to return to the previous mode. *2: The printer automatically enters Sleep mode if it is idle for a specic period (by factory default, ve minutes), that is, if no print jobs are[...]

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    Control Panel Online, and state of the Control Panel Not printing Printing in progress (receiving or processing print jobs) Display Screen • T op Level of the Display Screen The printer status is displayed here. The selected paper source is indicated by an icon in the upper-right corner . Any warning messages are displayed here on lines 2-4. T ak[...]

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    Control Panel Ofine, and state of the Control Panel Of ine Not printing Printing is paused Display Screen • Display Screen The printer status is displayed here. The selected paper source is indicated by an icon in the upper-right corner . Any warning messages are displayed here on lines 2-4. T ake action as needed. ( → P .698) • Middle [...]

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    Control Panel Menu mode, and state of the Control Panel Main menu Menu items and settings Main menu (during printing) • Display Screen Pressing the Menu button when printing is not in progress displays the main menu. The title of the selected menu is displayed on the rst line, and menus immediately under the current menu are displayed on the s[...]

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    Control Panel Switching Modes Switching the Printer Online/Ofine Press the Online button to switch the printer online or of ine. The Online lamp is lit in Online mode. Printing is possible in this mode. The Online lamp is of f in Of ine mode. 26 Printer Parts[...]

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    Control Panel Depending on the status, the printer switches online and of ine as follows. Printer Status When the Online Button is Pressed Online The printer switches of ine and the Online lamp goes of f. Online, printing Switches of ine and printing is paused. When printing is paused, the Printing menu is available. Of ine Switches onl[...]

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    Control Panel Switching to Menu Mode Press the Menu button to display the main menu. Depending on the status, the printer switches to Menu mode as follows. Printer Status When the Menu Button is Pressed Online Switches to Menu mode. Online, printing The printer stays online. It does not switch to Menu mode. Of ine Switches to Menu mode. Of in[...]

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    Control Panel Printer Menu Operations For instructions on selecting menu items, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P .30) For details on menu levels and menu items, see “Menu Structure”. (→P .35) The printer menu structure is made up of a main menu and submenus. Access the main menu by pressing the Menu button on the Control Panel . The prin[...]

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    Control Panel Main Menu Operations Press the Menu button to display the main menu. For details, see “Main Menu Settings”. (→P .50) • Main menu when no print job is in progress • Main menu during printing Note • The main menu will not be displayed in the following cases even if you press the Menu button. • An error message is displayed[...]

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    Control Panel Accessing Menus Printer menus are grouped by function. Menus are displayed with the upper line selected. Use the buttons on the Control Panel to access each menu. • Press ▲ to access a higher menu in the menu list, and press ▼ to access a lower one. If items of the menu list are more than the lines of the screen, press ▲ and ?[...]

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    Control Panel Specifying menu items Follow the steps below to specify menu items. 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to access menus, and then press the ► button. Repeat these steps until the desired menu options are displayed. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to move to the setting item, and then press the OK button. The check box at left is selected, and the setting is co[...]

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    Control Panel Specifying numerical values Follow the steps below to enter numbers for items such as network settings. 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup , and then press the ► button. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select TCP/IP , and then press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select IP Setting , and then press the ► button. 4. Press [...]

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    Control Panel Executing menu commands Follow the steps below to execute menu commands. 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select a menu, and then press the ► button. Repeat these steps until the desired menu options are displayed. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to move to the command you want to execute, and then press the OK button. After two seconds, the menu command[...]

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    Control Panel Menu Structure Main Menu The structure of the main menu is as follows. V alues at right indicated by an asterisk “*” are the defaults. For instructions on menu operations, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P .30) For details on menu items, see “Main Menu Settings”. (→P .50) First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level[...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Cas Paper Size ISO A2 ISO A3 ISO A3+ ISO A4 JIS B3 JIS B4 17"x22"(ANSI C) 1 1"x17" (Ledger) 13"x19" (Super B) Letter (8.5"x1 1") Legal (8.5"x14") 12"x18" (ARCH B) 14"x17" 12"x16" 10"x12&quo[...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Semi-Gl Photo ( *5 ) HW GlossyPhoto2 ( *5 ) HW SemiGlPhoto2 ( *5 ) SatinPhoto 190 ( *5 ) Glossy Paper ( *5 ) Photo Paper Pro ( *5 ) Photo PaperPlus ( *5 ) PhotoPlusSemiGl ( *5 ) Syn. Paper ( *5 ) Adh. Syn. Paper ( *5 ) Proong Paper ( *5 ) News Proof 1 ( *5 ) News Proof 2[...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level JIS B2 JIS B3 JIS B4 22"x34"(ANSI D) 17"x22"(ANSI C) 1 1"x17" (Ledger) 13"x19" (Super B) Letter (8.5"x1 1") Legal (8.5"x14") 24"x36" (ARCH D) 18"x24" (ARCH C) 12"x18" (ARCH B) 9"x[...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level HW Coated ( *5 ) Ex HW Coated ( *5 ) Premium MatteP ( *5 ) Glossy Photo ( *5 ) Semi-Gl Photo ( *5 ) HW GlossyPhoto2 ( *5 ) HW SemiGlPhoto2 ( *5 ) SatinPhoto 190 ( *5 ) Syn. Paper ( *5 ) Adh. Syn. Paper ( *5 ) Proong Paper ( *5 ) News Proof 1 ( *5 ) News Proof 2 ( *5 ) Co[...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level 10 min. 30 min. 60 min. Scan W ait T ime Off 1 sec. 3 sec. 5 sec. 7 sec. 9 sec. Feed Priority Automatic * Band Joint Print Length Adjust Length From -0.70% to 0.70% Head Height Automatic * Highest High Standard Low Lowest Skew Check Lv . High Accuracy Standard Loose Off V a[...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level T rim Edge First Automatic Off On Cutting Mode Automatic Eject Manual Bordless Margin Automatic Fixed CutDustReduct. On Off NearEnd Sht Mrgn 3mm 20mm Manual Feed Front T op Return Defaults No Y es GL2 Settings GL2 Replot No Y es GL2 BufferClear No Y es Color Mode Color * Mo[...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Smoothing Software * Smooth Line W idth 1 dot 2 dots 3 dots 4 dots * 5 dots 6 dots 7 dots ThickenFineLines Off * On AdjustFaintLines Off On * Adjust Printer Auto Head Adj. Standard Adj. No Y es Advanced Adj. No Y es Auto Print Off On * Manual Head Adj No Y es Auto Band Adj.[...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level 1 min. 2 min. 5 min. 10 min. * 30 min. 60 min. TCP/IP IP Mode Automatic Manual * Protocol ( *4 ) DHCP On Off * BOOTP On Off * RARP On Off * IP Setting IP Address 0.0.0.0 - 255.255.255.255 Subnet Mask 0.0.0.0 - 255.255.255.255 Default G/W 0.0.0.0 - 255.255.255.255 NetW are N[...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Full Duplex Ethernet T ype ( *7 ) 10 Base-T * 100 Base-TX Spanning T ree Not Use * Use MAC Address Ext. Interface No IEEE1394 Return Defaults No Y es Maintenance Repl. maint cart No Y es Replace P .head No Y es Move Printer No Y es Clean Roller No Y es Clean Platen No Y es [...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level On Noz. Check Freq. Off 1 page 10 pages Automatic * Sleep T imer 5 min. * 10 min. 15 min. 20 min. 30 min. 40 min. 50 min. 60 min. 240 min. Length Unit meter * feet/inch T ime Zone 0:London (GMT) +1:Paris,Rome +2:Athens,Cairo +3:Moscow +4:Eerevan,Baku +5:Islamabad +6:Dacca +[...]

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    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level -6:T exas (CST) -5:NewY ork(EST) -4:Santiago -3:Buenos Aires -2: -1:Cape V erde Date Format yyyy/mm/dd * dd/mm/yyyy mm/dd/yyyy Date & T ime Date yyyy/mm/dd ( *8 ) T ime hh:mm Language Contrast Adj. -4, -3, -2, -1, 0*, +1, +2, +3, +4 Reset PaprSetngs No Y es T est Print [...]

  • Page 61

    Control Panel First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Y es Menu Map No Y es Nozzle Check No Y es Information System Info Error Log ########-#### Job Log (Choose from information about the latest three print jobs.) Document Name User Name Page Count Job Status Print Start T ime Print End T ime Print T ime Print Size Media T ype[...]

  • Page 62

    Control Panel Submenus Each time you press the Information button on the Control Panel , printer information is displayed in the following order . ■The remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity and ink levels ■Information of the loaded paper ■Printer information ■HP-GL/2 settings information For details on submenu screens, see “Submenu Dis[...]

  • Page 63

    Control Panel Main menu during printing The structure of the main menu during printing is as follows. For instructions on menu operations, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P .30) For details on menu items, see “Main Menu Settings (During Printing)”. (→P .61) First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Menu Durng Prtng Hea[...]

  • Page 64

    Control Panel Main Menu Settings Main menu items are described in the following tables. For instructions on selecting or setting menu items, see “Main Menu Operations”. . (→P .30) For details on menu levels and values, see “Menu Structure”. (→P .35) Setting Item Description, Instructions Paper Cutting This command is available only if a[...]

  • Page 65

    Control Panel Media Menu Setting Item Description, Instructions Cas Paper T ype ( *1 ) Select the type of paper in the cassette. ( → P .172) Cas Paper Size ( *1 ) Specify settings for HP-GL/2 printing. ( → P .174) Manual PaperT ype ( *1 ) Choose the type of paper in the tray . ( → P .173) Manual PaperSize ( *1 ) Select the size of paper to be[...]

  • Page 66

    Control Panel Paper Details Setting Item Description, Instructions Roll DryingT ime Specify the time to wait for the ink to dry for each sheet. Scan W ait T ime Specify the time to wait for the ink to dry between each scan in bidirectional printing, in consideration of how quickly the ink dries. Note that printing will take longer if you specify a [...]

  • Page 67

    Control Panel Setting Item Description, Instructions Bordless Margin Adjust the margin during borderless printing. Choose Automatic to have the printer automatically detect the paper width and congure the margin settings for borderless printing. If margins are mistakenly created when Automatic is selected, choose Fixed . In this case, the paper [...]

  • Page 68

    Control Panel GL2 Settings Setting Item Description, Instructions GL2 Replot Print the last printed job (still stored in the printer memory) again. GL2 BufferClear Delete the last job printed using HP-GL/2, still stored in the printer memory . Color Mode Choose the color mode. Print Quality Choose the print quality . Input Resolution Choose the pri[...]

  • Page 69

    Control Panel Adjust Printer Setting Item Description, Instructions Standard Adj. Choose Y es to have the printer print and read a test pattern for the automatic adjustment of Printhead alignment relative to the printing direction. ( → P .599) Advanced Adj. Choose Y es to have the printer print and read a test pattern for the automatic adjustment[...]

  • Page 70

    Control Panel Interface Setup Setting Item Description, Instructions EOP T imer Specify the timeout period before cancellation of print jobs that cannot be received by the printer . IP Mode Choose whether the printer IP address is congured automatically or a static IP address is entered manually . DHCP BOOTP Protocol RARP Specify the protocol us[...]

  • Page 71

    Control Panel Maintenance Setting Item Description, Instructions Repl. maint cart When replacing the Maintenance Cartridge , choose Y es and follow the instructions on the screen. ( → P .634) Replace P .head Not displayed during a warning message that the remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity is low . When replacing the Printhead , choose Y es[...]

  • Page 72

    Control Panel System Setup Setting Item Description, Instructions Buzzer Set the buzzer . Choose On for the buzzer to sound once for warnings and three times for errors. W arning Detect Mismatch Choose W arning for notication (display of a warning message) during printing if the paper type specied in the printer menu does not match the paper [...]

  • Page 73

    Control Panel Setting Item Description, Instructions Length Unit Choose the unit of measurement when roll length is displayed. Y ou can switch the unit displayed for Roll Length Set and the remaining paper amount displayed in the submenu. T ime Zone Specify the time zone. T ime zone options indicate a main city in this time zone and the dif ference[...]

  • Page 74

    Control Panel Information Setting Item Description, Instructions Firm Displays the version of the printer and rmware. Boot Displays the version of the boot ROM. V ersion MIT Displays the version of the MIT database format. s/n Displays the printer ’ s serial number . MAC Displays the MAC address of the printer . System Info IP Displays the pri[...]

  • Page 75

    Control Panel Main Menu Settings (During Printing) Main menu items during printing are described in the following tables. For instructions on menu operations, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P .30) For details on menu levels and values, see “Menu Structure”. (→P .35) Setting Item Description, Instructions Head Cleaning Specify Printhead c[...]

  • Page 76

    Control Panel Submenu Display Press the Information button to display this information, one after another: the Maintenance Cartridge capacity and remaining ink levels, paper information, and printer information. Each time you press the Information button, the following submenus are displayed. Note • Press any button other than the Information but[...]

  • Page 77

    Control Panel Printer information Displays the rmware version, serial number , MAC address, IP address, and interface information. GL2 Settings The following settings information is displayed on two screens: HP-GL/2 Color Mode , Print Quality , Input Resolution , Media Source , Conserve Paper , Line Cap , Smoothing , and Line W idth . Printer Pa[...]

  • Page 78

    Control Panel Status Print Y ou can print a Status Print report indicating the current status of the printer . With Status Print , information is printed regarding the printer rmware version, various settings, and the utilization level of consumables. Printing Status Print Reports 1. Load paper . If using sheets, load paper A4/Letter-sized. Y ou[...]

  • Page 79

    Control Panel Media Menu Cassette Paper T ype Cassette Paper Size Manual Paper T ype Roll Media T ype Check Remain. Roll Cut Sheet T ype Information on the loaded paper . Adjust Printer Current printer settings. Head Adjust Auto Print A1-F2 Printhead adjustment value. Feed Priority Adjust Length Settings related to paper feeding. HP-GL/2 Settings C[...]

  • Page 80

    Control Panel Interface Setup Current network settings. EOP T imer Sets the elapsed time between receiving last data and canceling printing. TCP/IP IP Mode Protocol DHCP BOOTP RARP Settings related to TCP/IP . IP Setting IP Address Subnet Mask Default G/W IP Setting values. NetW are Frame T ype Print Service NetW are settings. AppleT alk V alues th[...]

  • Page 81

    Control Panel System Setup W arning Buzzer Detect mismatch Current warning and error settings. Keep Media Size Sheet Selection Roll Selection 1 Roll Selection 2 T rimEdge Reload Current paper-related settings. Noz. Check Freq. Nozzle-check settings. Sleep T imer Length Unit T ime Zone Date Format Language Contrast Adj. General printer settings. Inf[...]

  • Page 82

    Control Panel Network (RemoteUI) TCP/IP Frame T ype 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 RA W Printing Raw Port Number Raw Mode Bi-direction FTP Printing Primary DNS Server Address* Secondary DNS Server Address* DNS Host Name* [...]

  • Page 83

    Control Panel NetW are Frame T ype IPX External Network Number* Node Number* Print Service Current NetW are settings. *: Depending on the NetW are print service settings, information on one of the following four items is printed. Bindery PServer File Server Name* Print Server Name* Print Server Password* Polling Interval V alues set when NetW are &[...]

  • Page 84

    Control Panel AppleT alk Phase T ype Name* Network Number* Zone* Current AppleT alk settings. *: Blank if the status has been saved by using Status Monitor . HEAD LOT NUMBER LOT Printhead lot number . P AR TS ST A TUS COUNTER A-V Utilization status of replacement parts that require servicing. COUNTER CUTTER MEDIA MEDIA1-7 NAME TTL ROLL CUTSHEET AFT[...]

  • Page 85

    Optional accessories Optional accessories Stand The printer can be mounted on the following Stand . • Printer Stand ST -24 Note • For details on assembling the Stand , refer to the instructions provided with the Stand . Printer Parts 71[...]

  • Page 86

    Optional accessories Roll Holder Set A set of parts including a Roll Holder , Holder Stopper (for 2- and 3-inch paper cores), 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment , and Spacer for Borderless Printing (used for both 2- and 3-inch paper cores). T o load a roll with a 3-inch paper core, insert the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment on the Roll Holder and attach the[...]

  • Page 87

    Optional accessories IEEE 1394 Expansion Board An interface board to add an IEEE 1394 (also called "FireWire") port. • IEEE1394 Expansion Board EB-05 For instructions on installing the IEEE 1394 expansion board, refer to the documentation provided with the optional IEEE 1394 expansion board. Printer Parts 73[...]

  • Page 88

    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) In operation 100 W max. Sleep mode 100-120 V : 5 W max. (10 W m[...]

  • Page 89

    Printer Specications Printing performance Print method Bubblejet Maximum resolution 2400 dpi horizontally ( *1 ) × 1200 dpi vertically Printhead PF-03 Number of nozzles MBK: 5,120; Others: 2,560 each color *1: Prints with a minimum 1/2400 inch dot pitch between ink droplets. Interface Expansion Board Slots 1 Format Internal port Mode Full-speed[...]

  • Page 90

    Printer Specications Paper ( *1 ) Paper width 203-610 mm (8-24 in) Cassette 594 mm (23.4 in) T ray (top) 1,600 mm (63.0 in) Sheets T ray (front) 914 mm (36.0 in) Maximum length per page Rolls 18 m (19.7 yd.) Cassette 0.08-0.3 mm (0.003-0.012 in) T ray (top) 0.08-0.8 mm (0.003-0.031 in) Sheets T ray (front) 0.5-1.5 mm (0.02-0.06 in) Thickness Rol[...]

  • Page 91

    Printer Specications Print area Oversized ( *2 ), ( *3 ) Printable area Entire surface Supported width for borderless printing 10 inches (254 mm), JIS B4 (257 mm), A3+ (329 mm), 14 inches (356 mm), 16 inches (407 mm), ISO A2/A3 (420 mm) ( *4 ), 17 inches (432 mm), JIS B2/B3 (515 mm), ISO A1/A2 (594 mm) ( *4 ), 24 inches (610 mm) *1: For informat[...]

  • Page 92

    Printer Specications Paper capacity ( Cassette ) Paper size Paper type A4, Letter 13×22 in, A3 17×22 in, A2 Plain Paper 250 sheets 100 sheets 50 sheets Coated Paper 200 sheets 100 sheets 50 sheets Photo Paper Plus 20 sheets 20 sheets - Premium Matte Paper 30 sheets 20 sheets - Glossy Paper 100 sheets 50 sheets - • The preceding information i[...]

  • Page 93

    Printer Specications Basic Environmental Performance Printer Sleep mode 100-120 V : 5 W max. (10 W max. when an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board is installed.) 220-240 V : 6 W max. (1 1 W max. when an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board is installed.) Power consumption Of f 1 W max. W eight 55 kg (1 12.3 lb) Dimensions (W × D × H) 997×81[...]

  • Page 94

    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. Printable Area Recommended Print Area T op Edge Bottom Edge Sides T op Edge Bottom Edge Sides T [...]

  • Page 95

    Printer Specications Rolls • Printable Area: A margin of 3 mm (0.12 in) on all sides is required. A margin of 3 mm (0.12 in) on the top, bottom, and both sides is required. During borderless printing, the margin on all sides is 0 mm. For information on paper compatible with borderless printing, see the Paper Reference Guide . ( → P .1 12) ?[...]

  • Page 96

    Printing procedure Basic Printing W orkow Printing procedure Loading and Printing on Rolls These are the basic steps for loading and printing on rolls. Follow the steps below to switch to a new roll or a roll of a dif ferent type or width before printing. Note • If a sheet is loaded in the T ray , remove it before this procedure. ( → P .152)[...]

  • Page 97

    Printing procedure 3. Load a roll on the Roll Holder . ( → P .121) Note • When switching rolls, rst remove the current roll from the Roll Holder . ( → P .123) 4. Load the roll in the Roll Feed Unit . ( → P .124) Basic Printing W orkow 83[...]

  • Page 98

    Printing procedure 5. Select the paper type. ( → P .130) 6. Specify the paper length. ( → P .131) 84 Basic Printing W orkow[...]

  • Page 99

    Printing procedure 7. Complete settings in the printer driver for the type of paper and other details. • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) (→P .97) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) (→P .99) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9) (→P .101) Important • Always specify the same type and size [...]

  • Page 100

    Printing procedure 8. Start printing. • Printing from Windows (→P .92) • Printing from Mac OS X (→P .93) • Printing from Mac OS 9 (→P .95) Note • Steps 5 and 6 are not required, if a barcode has been printed on the roll and you have activated automatic detection of the remaining roll paper . The paper type and amount of paper left are[...]

  • Page 101

    Printing procedure Loading and Printing on Sheets in the Cassette These are the basic steps for loading sheets in the cassette and then printing from the cassette. Follow the steps below to load and print on sheets in the cassette. 1. T urn the printer on. ( → P .19) 2. Load paper in the Cassette . ( → P .162) Basic Printing W orkow 87[...]

  • Page 102

    Printing procedure 3. Complete settings in the printer driver for the type of paper and other details. • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) (→P .97) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) (→P .99) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9) (→P .101) 4. Send the print job. • Printing from Windows (?[...]

  • Page 103

    Printing procedure Loading and Printing on Sheets in the Paper Feed Slot These are the basic steps for loading sheets in the paper feed slot and then printing from this slot. Follow the steps below to load and print on sheets in the paper feed slot. Note • If a roll is loaded, rewind the roll before this procedure. ( → P .152) 1. T urn the prin[...]

  • Page 104

    Printing procedure 3. Send the print job. • Printing from Windows (→P .92) • Printing from Mac OS X (→P .93) • Printing from Mac OS 9 (→P .95) 4. Load sheets manually . ( → P .165) (T op Paper Feed Slot) (Front Paper Feed Slot) Note • If you will load a sheet before sending a print job, you must select the type and size of paper in [...]

  • Page 105

    Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets The printer supports both rolls and sheets. T ake advantage of each type of paper for a wide range of printing applications. Rolls and Sheets • Media in spooled rolls is generally called Roll Media . Rolls can be used to print large photos or create posters or banners that cannot be print[...]

  • Page 106

    Printing procedure Printing from W indows Print from the application software menu. Important • The Windows printer driver can be used in the following versions of Windows: • Windows 2000 (Professional or Server) • Windows XP (Home Edition or Professional) • Windows Server 2003 (Standard Edition) • Windows V ista • W e recommend exiting[...]

  • Page 107

    Printing procedure Printing from Mac OS X Print from the application menu after registering the printer . Important • W e recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may interrupt the transfer of print data and af fect printing quality . Registering the printer Before printing, you must [...]

  • Page 108

    Printing procedure Printing from the application software 1. In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer , specify the range of pages, number of copies, and so on. 2. Select the printer i[...]

  • Page 109

    Printing procedure Printing from Mac OS 9 After selecting the printer in Chooser from the Apple menu, print by using menus in the application software. Important • W e recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may interrupt the transfer of print data and af fect printing quality . Sele[...]

  • Page 110

    Printing procedure Printing from the application software 1. In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options for the range of pages, number of copies, and so on. Y ou can also specify enlargement or reduction, borderless printing[...]

  • Page 111

    Printing procedure Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (W indows) 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 printin[...]

  • Page 112

    Printing procedure 6. In the A Page Size list, select the size of the original as specied in the application. 7. In the L Media Source list, select how paper is supplied. 8. If you have selected Roll Paper in L Media Source , select the width of the loaded roll in M Roll Paper W idth . Note • A variety of settings are available in the printer [...]

  • Page 113

    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 . 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. Choose the original size in the C Paper Si[...]

  • Page 114

    Printing procedure 8. Access the Page Setup pane. 9. In the A Media Source list, select how paper is supplied. 10. If you have selected Cut Sheet or Manual in A Media Source , make sure the size as selected in Page Setup is displayed in C Page Size . If you have selected Roll Paper in A Media Source , make sure the width of the loaded roll is displ[...]

  • Page 115

    Printing procedure Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9) If you have replaced the paper , you must complete the following settings in the printer driver . 1. Select the printer in Chooser . 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. Choose the original size in the A Page Size list. 4. Cli[...]

  • Page 116

    Printing procedure 8. Access the Finishing pane. 9. In the A Media Source list, select how paper is supplied. 10. If you have selected Roll Paper in A Media Source , make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in B Roll Paper W idth . Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Print[...]

  • Page 117

    Canceling print jobs Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to cancel print jobs or ink drying in progress when the printer is online, of ine, or in Menu mode. Printer operation varies depending on the status when you hold down the Stop button for a second or more during pr[...]

  • Page 118

    Canceling print jobs • If you press the Stop button when printing is paused Holding down the Stop button for a second or more when printing is paused cancels the print job. 104 Basic Printing W orkow[...]

  • Page 119

    Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from W indows Y ou can cancel print jobs in the printer window . 1. Click the printer icon in the taskbar to display the printer window . Note • Y ou can also display this window by double-clicking the printer icon in the Printers and Faxes (or Printers ) folder , accessible through the Windows start menu[...]

  • Page 120

    Canceling print jobs Do the following if no print jobs are shown in the printer window (because they have already been sent to the printer). 1. Double-click the taskbar icon to access the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor . 2. On the Printer Status sheet, click Cancel Job . 106 Basic Printing W orkow[...]

  • Page 121

    Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X Y ou can cancel print jobs in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor . 1. Click the printer icon in the Dock to display the printer window . 2. Click Stop Jobs to stop printing. In this window , you can cancel jobs sent to the printer . Note • The print job is displayed on the printer ’ s screen during[...]

  • Page 122

    Canceling print jobs 2. Select the print job to cancel and click the Cancel Job button to remove the print job. The job sent to the printer is canceled. Note • The print job is displayed on the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor window while the printer receives the print data from the computer . It is not displayed before transmission of print data to th[...]

  • Page 123

    Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS 9 How to cancel print jobs varies depending on whether you are printing in the foreground or background. Canceling background print jobs 1. Open the GARO Printer Extra folder , which was installed on the hard disk at the same time as the printer driver . 2. Open imagePROGRAF Printmonitor . 3. Ch[...]

  • Page 124

    Canceling print jobs Canceling foreground print jobs 1. When the progress indicator is displayed, hold down the Command key and press the period (.) key to cancel print jobs. 2. If the Display Screen of the Control Panel still indicates that the job is in progress and the Data lamp continues ashing, hold down the Stop button for a second or more[...]

  • Page 125

    Paper Handling Paper Paper Paper The printer supports the following types of paper . Paper T ype For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . ( → P .1 12) Paper Size Paper width 203-610 mm (8-24 in) Outer diameter Up to 150 mm (6 in) Inner diameter of paper core 2 or 3 inches Roll Printing surfa[...]

  • Page 126

    Paper T ypes of Paper For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . This guide identies supported plain paper , coated paper , photo paper (such as glossy photo paper), proong paper , CAD paper , and other types of paper . The Paper Reference Guide identies types and specications of pap[...]

  • Page 127

    Paper The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. • Mac OS X 1. Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock . The online support window is displayed. 2. Select Paper Reference Guide . Handling Paper 1 13[...]

  • Page 128

    Paper The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. • Mac OS 9 1. Double-click the iPFxxxx Paper Reference Guide icon on the desktop. (Here, iPFxxxx represents the printer model.) The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. 1 14 Handling Paper[...]

  • Page 129

    Paper Updating paper information Y ou can update paper information in the Paper Reference Guide and on the printer by downloading the latest version of the Media Conguration T ool from the imagePROGRAF website. For information about the Media Conguration T ool , see the Media Conguration T ool Guide (Windows) or Media Conguration T ool [...]

  • Page 130

    Paper • Mac OS X 1. Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock . The online support window is displayed. 2. Select Stay Informed . The default browser is started, and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. Note • In Windows, you can also access the imagePROGRAF webpage by clicking the start menu, selecting Programs > iPFxxxx Media Conguration[...]

  • Page 131

    Paper Paper Sizes Y ou can use the following sizes of paper . Sheets Y ou can use sheets in the following sizes, up to 610 mm (24 in) wide. Paper Size Dimensions Feeding from Cassette ISO A1 594 × 841 mm (23 × 33 in) No ISO A2 420 × 594 mm (16.5 × 23 in) Y es ISO A2+ 432 × 610 mm (17 × 24 in) No ISO A3 297 × 420 mm (12 × 17 in) Y es ISO A3+[...]

  • Page 132

    Paper Paper Size Dimensions Feeding from Cassette 8"x10" ( *1 ) 203 × 254 mm (8 × 10 in) Y es US Photo 16"x20" 406 × 508 mm (16 × 20 in) Y es Poster 20"x30" 508 × 762 mm (20 × 30 in) No 13"x22" 329 × 558 mm (13 × 22 in) Y es Poster 300x900mm 300 × 900 mm (12 × 35 in) No T op Paper Feed Slot 203 × 2[...]

  • Page 133

    Paper 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 Identication in Roll Paper W idth in Printer Driver ( *1 ) Borderless Printing ( *1 ) 24-in. Roll (610mm) Y es ISO A1/A2 Roll (594mm) Y es ( *2 ) JIS B2/B3 Roll (515mm) [...]

  • Page 134

    Handling rolls Handling rolls Selecting the Roll as the Paper Source Y ou can switch between manual and auto paper feed methods by pressing the Feeder Selection button. The Auto Feed lamp is lit when paper is supplied automatically , and the Paper T ray lamp is lit for sheets. Y ou must specify the auto paper feed method when using rolls. Press the[...]

  • Page 135

    Handling rolls Loading Roll on the Roll Holder Note • For details on supported sizes and types of the roll that can be loaded, see “Paper Sizes” or the Paper Reference Guide . ( → P .1 17) ( → P .1 12) • Align the edges of the paper on both ends of the roll. • If the edge of the roll is bent or soiled, use the Paper Cutting operation [...]

  • Page 136

    Handling rolls Important • Always put the Roll Holder sideways when loading rolls. If you accidentally load a roll when the Roll Holder is upright, it may damage the Roll Holder . • Set the roll on a table or other at surface so that it does not roll or fall. Rolls are heavy , and dropping a roll may cause injury . 3. Insert the Holder Stopp[...]

  • Page 137

    Handling rolls Removing Rolls From the Roll Holder 1. Remove the Holder Stopper from the Roll Holder . 2. Remove the roll from the Roll Holder . Important • After removal, 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 scratch[...]

  • Page 138

    Handling rolls Loading Rolls in the Roll Feed Unit 1. Push in the Output T ray Extension . 2. Insert your ngers under the V ertical Paper Guides on the Output T ray at the positions shown (a) and lift the guides. 3. Open the Roll Feed Unit Cover with one hand, as shown. 124 Handling Paper[...]

  • Page 139

    Handling rolls 4. With the edge of the roll paper facing up toward you, insert the Roll Holder shaft into the guide grooves (a) of the Roll Holder Slot on both sides. Make sure that the colors of the Roll Holder shaft ends (b) and the guide grooves match. Caution • Be careful not to pinch your ngers between the guide grooves (a) and the Roll H[...]

  • Page 140

    Handling rolls 5. Insert the edge of the roll paper into the Paper Feed Slot (a) and feed it manually until you hear the paper feed tone. Important • Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you pull it out. This may af fect the printing quality . W e recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the prin[...]

  • Page 141

    Handling rolls 6. Specify the type and length of the paper . How the printer operates after the paper is fed varies depending on the setting for automatic detection of the remaining roll paper , as well as the barcode printed on rolls. Automatic Detection of the Remaining Roll Paper Barcodes Printer Operation After the Paper is Fed Printed The type[...]

  • Page 142

    Handling rolls Removing Roll from the Roll Feed Unit Caution • If you have activated automatic detection of the remaining roll paper , always follow these steps to remove rolls. Y ou will be unable to manage the amount of roll paper left if you remove the roll before the barcode is printed. Important • When a roll has been advanced, do not pull[...]

  • Page 143

    Handling rolls 4. Open the Roll Feed Unit Cover with one hand, as shown. 5. Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder toward the back to rewind the roll. 6. Remove the Roll Holder from the Roll Holder Slot . 7. Close the Roll Feed Unit Cover . Handling Paper 129[...]

  • Page 144

    Handling rolls Selecting the Paper T ype (Roll) When changing the type of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the type of paper as follows. Note • After you load the roll, the printer automatically shows a menu for selection of the paper type on the Display Screen , unless a barcode has been printed on the roll or you have activated [...]

  • Page 145

    Handling rolls Specifying the Paper Length (Roll) When changing the length of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the length as follows. Note • When you specify the roll length in the printer menu, Chk Remain.Roll must be set to On . If it is Off , the Roll Length Set menu is not shown. • After you load a roll and specify the roll [...]

  • Page 146

    Handling rolls Feeding Roll Paper Manually Y ou can bring the printer of ine by pressing the Online button. When the printer is of ine and roll paper is selected as the paper source, you can feed or retract the roll paper by pressing ▲ or ▼ . Press ▲ to retract the roll paper manually . Press ▼ to feed the roll paper manually . If you[...]

  • Page 147

    Handling rolls Detection of the Remaining Roll Paper If you have activated automatic detection of the remaining roll paper , when the roll is ejected, a barcode with text is printed on the roll paper that identies the type of paper and amount left. If this function is activated and barcodes are printed on the roll paper , the type of paper and a[...]

  • Page 148

    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 T rim Edge First to Automatic or On on the Control Panel to have the printer cut the leading edge to make the edge straight after you load a roll. T rim Edge Fi[...]

  • Page 149

    Handling rolls Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls How a roll is cut after ejection varies depending on the printer settings. Cutting Method Menu Settings Driver Setting Automatic The roll is automatically cut by the Cutter Unit following printer driver settings. Automatic Y es Eject (→P .136) Choose this setting if you prefer not to have doc[...]

  • Page 150

    Handling rolls Eject (waiting for ink to dry after printing) Important • When cutting wide printed documents after ejection, 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 af fect the printing quality . 1. Press the Me[...]

  • Page 151

    Handling rolls Manual (when using media that cannot be cut using the Cutter Unit ) 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details , and then press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper , and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Cutting Mode , and then press t[...]

  • Page 152

    Handling rolls 8. Use scissors to cut the roll paper along the cut line. 9. Press the Online button. The roll is rewound, and rewinding stops automatically . 138 Handling Paper[...]

  • Page 153

    Handling rolls Paper Cutting (to have the roll cut at your specied position) 1. If the printer stops operating after printing, press the Online button. The printer goes of ine. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to feed the roll paper to the position for cutting. 3. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Cutting , a[...]

  • Page 154

    Handling rolls Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls The printer is equipped with a function to reduce cutting dust for media such as Backlit Film that are more likely to generate debris when cut. This may improve printing quality and help prevent Printhead damage. Y ou can set up this function to be activated for some types of paper . When this functio[...]

  • Page 155

    Handling rolls Specifying the Ink Drying T ime 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. Y ou can prevent problems by adjusting th[...]

  • Page 156

    Handling rolls Mac OS X 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the Main pane and click C Settings in A Media T ype . 3. In the Media Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select C Between Pages and D Between Scans in B Drying T ime , and then click OK . ( → P .158) 142 Handling Paper[...]

  • Page 157

    Handling rolls Mac OS 9 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the Main pane and click D Settings in A Media T ype . 3. In the Media Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select C Between Pages and D Between Scans in B Drying T ime , and then click OK . ( → P .159) Note • By factory default, Drying T ime is deactivated ( Off [...]

  • Page 158

    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. Note • For instructions on removing a paper jam from a roll if the scrap of paper remains in the Paper Feed Slot, see “Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot)”. (?[...]

  • Page 159

    Handling rolls 3. Remove the jammed paper . • If paper is jammed inside the T op Cover 1. Open the T op Cover and move the Carriage to the side. 2. Clear any jammed paper from inside the T op Cover . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . 3. Close the T op Cover . Important • Do not touch the Li[...]

  • Page 160

    Handling rolls • If paper from a roll is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot 1. Open the Roll Feed Unit Cover . 2. Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . If paper is jammed deep in the Paper Feed Slot (→P .147) , remove the Roll Feed Unit and clear th[...]

  • Page 161

    Handling rolls If paper is jammed deep in the Paper Feed Slot , remove the Roll Feed Unit and clear the paper jam as follows. 1. T urn of f the printer and remove the Roll Feed Unit from the printer . ( → P .153) 2. Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the pr[...]

  • Page 162

    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 . 1. Press the Feeder Selection button to activate the Paper T ray lamp . 2. Press the Load/Eject button. A screen is displayed for paper type selection. 3. Select POP Board and press[...]

  • Page 163

    Handling rolls Roll Holder Set A set of parts including a Roll Holder , Holder Stopper (for 2- and 3-inch paper cores), 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment , and Spacer for Borderless Printing (used for both 2- and 3-inch paper cores). T o load a roll with a 3-inch paper core, insert the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment on the Roll Holder and attach the Holde[...]

  • Page 164

    Handling rolls Attaching Accessories to the Roll Holder Mounting the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment T o load a roll with a 3-inch paper core, insert the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment on the Roll Holder . Align the triangular part (b) of the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment (a) with the triangular groove (c) of the Roll Holder as shown, and insert the 3-In[...]

  • Page 165

    Handling rolls Attaching the Spacer for Borderless Printing If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder . Insert the protrusions (b) of the Spacer for Borderless Printing (a) into the holes (c) of the Roll Holder , as shown. Removing the Spacer for Borderless Printing Pu[...]

  • Page 166

    Handling rolls Feeding Paper from the Roll Feed Unit The Paper Feed Slot used to feed roll paper is the same as the Paper Feed Slot used by the T ray , so both methods of feeding paper cannot be used at the same time. Thus, if a roll has been advanced when you wish to print from the T op Paper Feed Slot or Front Paper Feed Slot , change the paper s[...]

  • Page 167

    Handling rolls Removing the Roll Feed Unit Important • Always make sure the printer is of f before removing the Roll Feed Unit . 1. Remove any rolls in the Roll Feed Unit . ( → P .128) 2. Use a coin to loosen the screws on both sides of the back of the Roll Feed Unit (a) and remove the unit from the printer . 3. Hold the Roll Feed Unit by the C[...]

  • Page 168

    Handling rolls Installing the Roll Feed Unit 1. Holding the Roll Feed Unit by the Carrying Handles (a), insert the two pins of the Roll Feed Unit (b) into the each hole on the back of the printer (c). 2. Use a coin to tighten the two screws on the back of the Roll Feed Unit (a) to secure it to the printer . 154 Handling Paper[...]

  • Page 169

    Handling rolls Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (W indows) 1. Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printers ). 2. Select the printer , and then display the printer properties dialog box. 3. Click Printing Preferences to display the Printing Preferences dialog box, titled with the name of this printer . Note [...]

  • Page 170

    Handling rolls Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main , Page Setup , Layout , Favorites , Utility , and Support . Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the operating system menu, changes you make to the settings will apply to all applications you use for printing. • Y ou can also access the[...]

  • Page 171

    Handling rolls Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (W indows) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box of fers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • T o display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main sheet, click Settings by Media T ype . ( → P .475) Setting Item Description A [...]

  • Page 172

    Handling rolls Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box of fers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • T o display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Settings by Media T ype . ( → P .519) Setting Item Description A M[...]

  • Page 173

    Handling rolls Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS 9) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box of fers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • T o display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Settings by Media T ype . ( → P .538) Setting Item Description A M[...]

  • Page 174

    Handling sheets Handling sheets Selecting the Cassette as the Paper Source Y ou can switch between manual and auto paper feed methods by pressing the Feeder Selection button. The Auto Feed lamp is lit when paper is supplied automatically , and the Paper T ray lamp is lit when paper is supplied manually . Y ou must specify the auto paper feed method[...]

  • Page 175

    Handling sheets Selecting the T ray as the Paper Source Y ou can switch between manual and auto paper feed methods by pressing the Feeder Selection button. The Auto Feed lamp is lit when feeding paper automatically , and the Paper T ray lamp is lit when feeding paper manually . When loading paper in the tray , you must specify manual feed. Press Fe[...]

  • Page 176

    Handling sheets Loading Sheets in the Cassette Note • Load the paper , making sure not to exceed the Maximum Capacity Line of the Cassette . ( → P .18) • For details on the paper capacity , see “Specications” or the Paper Reference Guide . ( → P .74) ( → P .1 12) • Store unused paper in the original package, away from high temper[...]

  • Page 177

    Handling sheets 3. Fan the stack before loading. Load the stack printing-side down and aligned lengthwise against the far right corner of the Cassette . 4. Squeeze the Guide Lever of the Width Guide (a) and slide it to the right until it touches the edge of the paper lightly . 5. Similarly , squeeze the Guide Lever of the Length Guide (b) and slide[...]

  • Page 178

    Handling sheets 6. Holding the Cassette in the middle on both sides with both hands, insert it rmly into the printer . Caution • When removing the Cassette , do not drag it on the table. This may damage the table. 7. Pull out the Output T ray Extension . Note • When changing the type or size of paper , select the new type or size in the menu[...]

  • Page 179

    Handling sheets Loading Sheets Manually When using the tray , load the paper in the T op Paper Feed Slot . (→P .165) However , if you have specied POP Board , insert the sheet in the Front Paper Feed Slot . (→P .168) Loading paper in the T op Paper Feed Slot Note • Y ou can load only one sheet in the T op Paper Feed Slot . Do not load more[...]

  • Page 180

    Handling sheets 3. Slide the Width Guide (a) to align it with the mark for the size of paper you will load. 4. Load the paper in the T ray with the printing side face-up. Insert the paper until its edge touches the far end of the tray lightly . Caution • If you load A2 or larger in the printer , the paper goes down on the back of the printer unde[...]

  • Page 181

    Handling sheets 5. Move the Width Guide (a) 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. 6. Press the OK button to start feeding the paper . After the paper is advanced, the printer goes online. If you sent a print job from the computer before loading th[...]

  • Page 182

    Handling sheets Loading heavyweight paper in the Front Paper Feed Slot Important • Before loading heavyweight paper , change the media type setting to POP Board . When POP Board is selected as the type of paper , Front Paper Feed Slot is automatically selected. Note • Y ou can load only one sheet of paper at a time. • Store unused paper in th[...]

  • Page 183

    Handling sheets 4. After Open Upper Cover is displayed, open the T op Cover . 5. Load a sheet printing-side up on the V ertical Paper Guides . Keeping the sheet against the Front Paper Feed Slot , insert it straight into the V ertical Paper Guides . Caution • When loading paper in the Front Paper Feed Slot , insert it straight into the slot. If y[...]

  • Page 184

    Handling sheets 6. As you look in the T op Cover , align the right edge of the paper with the left edge of the Paper Alignment Line (a) on the Platen . Insert the leading edge of the paper between the Platen and Paper Retainer (b), keeping it parallel to the Paper Retainer (b), and align the paper with the Paper Alignment Line (c) of the Output T r[...]

  • Page 185

    Handling sheets 7. After Close top cover . is displayed, close the T op Cover and press the OK button. The paper is held between the Platen and Back Cover as it is fed. After the paper is advanced and the printer goes online, printing starts automatically . If no print job has been received from the computer beforehand, the printer enters Standby m[...]

  • Page 186

    Handling sheets Selecting the Paper T ype (Cassette) 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Media Menu , and then press ► . 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Cas Paper T ype , and then press ► . 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the paper type, and then press the OK button. Note • For details on paper types, see[...]

  • Page 187

    Handling sheets Selecting the Paper T ype (T ray) When changing the type of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the type of paper as follows. Note • After you press the Feeder Selection button to illuminate the Paper T ray lamp , press the Load/Eject button to display a screen for selection of the paper type. Press ▲ or ▼ to sele[...]

  • Page 188

    Handling sheets Selecting the Paper Size (Cassette) 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Media Menu , and then press ► . 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Cas Paper Size , and then press ► . 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the paper size, and then press the OK button. Important • When printing originals cent[...]

  • Page 189

    Handling sheets Removing Paper from the Cassette Caution • When printing from the Cassette , do not remove the Cassette . This also may cause paper jams. • When printing from the Cassette , do not remove the Back Cover . This also may cause paper jams. 1. Push in the Output T ray Extension . 2. Grasp the handle (a) on the front of the Cassette [...]

  • Page 190

    Handling sheets Removing Sheets from the T op Paper Feed Slot Press the Load/Eject button to eject the sheet. Note • Paper cannot be ejected by using the Load/Eject button when print jobs are in progress or during the ink drying period. Before ejecting paper , press the Stop button to cancel printing, print job processing, or ink drying. The pape[...]

  • Page 191

    Handling sheets Clearing Jammed Paper from the Cassette If paper from the Cassette becomes jammed, the following messages are shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel . How to clear the paper jam varies depending on the message. • Cannot detect papr (→P .177) • Paper jam. (→P .179) If Cannot detect papr is displayed If paper is jamm[...]

  • Page 192

    Handling sheets If paper is jammed in the back of the printer 1. While squeezing the two levers (a) at two positions on the Back Cover , remove the Back Cover from the printer . 2. Remove the jammed paper from the back. After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . Caution • Do not touch the areas in the[...]

  • Page 193

    Handling sheets 3. After attaching the Back Cover , push the lower part of the levers at two positions so that the levers are aligned with the marks on the Back Cover . If Paper jam. is displayed 1. Press Load/Eject . 2. Remove the jammed paper . • If paper is jammed inside the T op Cover 1. Open the T op Cover and move the Carriage to the side. [...]

  • Page 194

    Handling sheets 2. Clear any jammed paper from inside the T op Cover . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . 3. Close the T op Cover . Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer . • If paper is jammed in the back of the [...]

  • Page 195

    Handling sheets 2. Remove the jammed paper from the back. After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . 3. After attaching the Back Cover , push the lower part of the levers at two positions so that the levers are aligned with the marks on the Back Cover . • If the paper is jammed by the Output T ray . 1[...]

  • Page 196

    Handling sheets Clearing Jammed Paper from the T ray If a sheet loaded manually becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel . Remove the jammed paper as follows. 1. Press Load/Eject . 2. Remove the jammed paper . • If paper is jammed inside the T op Cover 1. Open the T op Cover and move the Carriage to the side [...]

  • Page 197

    Handling sheets Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). • If paper is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot of the T op Paper Feed Slot Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . If paper is jammed deep in the Paper Feed Slot (?[...]

  • Page 198

    Handling sheets • If paper is jammed in the back of the printer Remove the jammed paper from the back. After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . 3. Press OK button. If paper is jammed deep in the Paper Feed Slot , remove the Roll Feed Unit and clear the paper jam as follows. 1. T urn of f the printer[...]

  • Page 199

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots Handling sheets for paper feed slots Selecting the T ray as the Paper Source Y ou can switch between manual and auto paper feed methods by pressing the Feeder Selection button. The Auto Feed lamp is lit when feeding paper automatically , and the Paper T ray lamp is lit when feeding paper manually . When loading [...]

  • Page 200

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots Loading Sheets Manually When using the tray , load the paper in the T op Paper Feed Slot . (→P .186) However , if you have specied POP Board , insert the sheet in the Front Paper Feed Slot . (→P .189) Loading paper in the T op Paper Feed Slot Note • Y ou can load only one sheet in the T op Paper Feed Sl[...]

  • Page 201

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots 3. Slide the Width Guide (a) to align it with the mark for the size of paper you will load. 4. Load the paper in the T ray with the printing side face-up. Insert the paper until its edge touches the far end of the tray lightly . Caution • If you load A2 or larger in the printer , the paper goes down on the bac[...]

  • Page 202

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots 5. Move the Width Guide (a) 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. 6. Press the OK button to start feeding the paper . After the paper is advanced, the printer goes online. If you sent a print job from the compu[...]

  • Page 203

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots Loading heavyweight paper in the Front Paper Feed Slot Important • Before loading heavyweight paper , change the media type setting to POP Board . When POP Board is selected as the type of paper , Front Paper Feed Slot is automatically selected. Note • Y ou can load only one sheet of paper at a time. • Sto[...]

  • Page 204

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots 4. After Open Upper Cover is displayed, open the T op Cover . 5. Load a sheet printing-side up on the V ertical Paper Guides . Keeping the sheet against the Front Paper Feed Slot , insert it straight into the V ertical Paper Guides . Caution • When loading paper in the Front Paper Feed Slot , insert it straigh[...]

  • Page 205

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots 6. As you look in the T op Cover , align the right edge of the paper with the left edge of the Paper Alignment Line (a) on the Platen . Insert the leading edge of the paper between the Platen and Paper Retainer (b), keeping it parallel to the Paper Retainer (b), and align the paper with the Paper Alignment Line [...]

  • Page 206

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots 7. After Close top cover . is displayed, close the T op Cover and press the OK button. The paper is held between the Platen and Back Cover as it is fed. After the paper is advanced and the printer goes online, printing starts automatically . If no print job has been received from the computer beforehand, the pri[...]

  • Page 207

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots Selecting the Paper T ype (T ray) When changing the type of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the type of paper as follows. Note • After you press the Feeder Selection button to illuminate the Paper T ray lamp , press the Load/Eject button to display a screen for selection of the paper type. Pre[...]

  • Page 208

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots Selecting the Paper Size (T ray) T o change the paper size after paper has been advanced, select the paper size as follows. Note • After you press the Feeder Selection button to illuminate the Paper T ray lamp , press the Load/Eject button to display a screen for selection of the paper type automatically . Pre[...]

  • Page 209

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots Removing Sheets from the T op Paper Feed Slot Press the Load/Eject button to eject the sheet. Note • Paper cannot be ejected by using the Load/Eject button when print jobs are in progress or during the ink drying period. Before ejecting paper , press the Stop button to cancel printing, print job processing, or[...]

  • Page 210

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots Removing Heavyweight Paper from the Front Paper Feed Slot If you are printing heavyweight paper from the Front Paper Feed Slot , the printer will stop advancing the paper while the trailing edge is still in the rollers to prevent the sheet from dropping. In this case, remove the paper as follows. 1. Press the Lo[...]

  • Page 211

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots Clearing Jammed Paper from the T ray If a sheet loaded manually becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel . Remove the jammed paper as follows. 1. Press Load/Eject . 2. Remove the jammed paper . • If paper is jammed inside the T op Cover 1. Open the T op Cover and move the [...]

  • Page 212

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). • If paper is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot of the T op Paper Feed Slot Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . If paper is jammed deep in t[...]

  • Page 213

    Handling sheets for paper feed slots • If the paper is jammed by the Output T ray Remove the jammed paper from the Output T ray . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . • If paper is jammed in the back of the printer Remove the jammed paper from the back. After removing the paper , make sure the[...]

  • Page 214

    Output Stacker Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker The Output Stacker can be used in two positions, as shown. Regular position Extended position Use the Output Stacker in the normal position. For some types of media, you can use the stacker in the extended position. Squeeze the wires of Basket Wire #2 (a) and pull them toward the front (b). Fas[...]

  • Page 215

    Output Stacker Output Stacker Precautions When you print on rolls, you can use the Output Stacker to hold ejected printouts. When you use the Output Stacker , push down Basket Rod #1 (b) fully toward the front, keeping it even on the left and right so that Basket Rod #2 (a) is not slanted. The Output Stacker can accommodate one sheet. Remove each s[...]

  • Page 216

    Print quality and color settings Enhanced Printing Options Print quality and color settings Choosing a Paper for Printing Choosing the right paper for your particular printing application will give you the best printing results. Media type The printer and printer driver of fer print settings optimized for various paper characteristics. Note • For[...]

  • Page 217

    Print quality and color settings Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing Y ou 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 pri[...]

  • Page 218

    Print quality and color settings Print Quality Choose the print quality . The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution. Print Quality (*1) Description Print Priority Highest A setting for printing at the highest resolution when quality is most important. Printing takes longer and consumes more ink than in oth[...]

  • Page 219

    Print quality and color settings Color Settings Setting Item Options Description Color Mode (*1) Color Monochrome Color (CAD) Color (CAD) Light Monochrome (BK ink) Monochrome Bitmap Choose whether to print in color or monochrome. ( → P .214) Color Adjustment (Images) Color Adjustment (Graphics) Color Adjustment (T ext) Cyan Magenta Y ellow Bright[...]

  • Page 220

    Print quality and color settings 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 , it takes more time than regular printing. Thicken Fine Lines (*1) Choose this option to make ne lines clearer in CA[...]

  • Page 221

    Print quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (W indows, Mac OS 9) Printing is easy when you simply choose the print target. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print T arget Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print targets for photos and images Prin[...]

  • Page 222

    Print quality and color settings Note • Y ou can check the settings values for each print target by clicking V iew Settings . • Y ou can also ne-tune these values as needed. ( Advanced Settings ) For details on Advanced Settings , see “Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing”. (→P .203) • For instructio[...]

  • Page 223

    Print quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) Printing is easy when you simply choose the print target. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print T arget Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print targets for photos and images Print T arget [...]

  • Page 224

    Print quality and color settings Note • Y ou can check the settings values for each print target by clicking V iew Settings . • Y ou can also ne-tune these values as needed. ( Advanced Settings ) For details on Advanced Settings , see “Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing”. (→P .203) • For instructio[...]

  • Page 225

    Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and T ext (W indows, Mac OS 9) Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print T arget Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print targets for lin[...]

  • Page 226

    Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and T ext (Mac OS X) Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print T arget Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print targets for line drawings[...]

  • Page 227

    Print quality and color settings Printing Ofce Documents Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print T arget Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print targets for ofce documents Print T arge[...]

  • Page 228

    Print quality and color settings Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver Color settings specied in the application for your documents are essentially given priority over other settings for each print job, but further color adjustment is possible in the printer driver . Color Mode Choose how the printer driver processes color , as desired. The [...]

  • Page 229

    Print quality and color settings Matching Y ou can choose the color-matching mode and method. By adjusting the color-matching mode and method, you can make printed colors match the colors of on-screen images more closely . Matching Mode Description Notes Driver Matching Mode Color adjustment based on the original color prole of the printer drive[...]

  • Page 230

    Print quality and color settings Matching Method Description Notes Auto Color-matching optimized for images, graphics, or text. Perceptual Color-matching optimized for photos. Print images with smooth gradations and colors closer to those as displayed on the screen. Colorimetric Color-matching with adjustment to remove color from white area. Colors[...]

  • Page 231

    Print quality and color settings Printing in Monochrome Printing Photos in Monochrome The following settings are available for monochrome printing. Main Advanced Settings Color Mode Monochrome Deactivates color printing so that images are printed in monochrome, with continuous-tone color data printed using gray midtones. • Even more detailed adju[...]

  • Page 232

    Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings in Monochrome The following settings are available for monochrome printing of line drawings. Easy Settings Print T arget CAD (Monochrome Line Drawing ) Settings optimized for monochrome printing of line drawings, such as CAD drawings. When you select Easy Settings > Print T arget > CAD ([...]

  • Page 233

    Print quality and color settings Choosing the Document T ype and Printing Conditions (W indows) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. As an example, this topic describes how to print CAD drawings as clearly as possible, with sharp lines and text. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the p[...]

  • Page 234

    Print quality and color settings 8. Click Color (CAD) in the G Color Mode list. 9. T o adjust the color , click H Color Settings . Note • For instructions on adjusting color , see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P .214) 10. Select the K Sharpen T ext check box. 1 1. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 12[...]

  • Page 235

    Print quality and color settings Choosing the Document T ype and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. As an example, this topic describes how to print CAD drawings as clearly as possible, with sharp lines and text. 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to displa[...]

  • Page 236

    Print quality and color settings 8. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 9. Click Line Drawing in the E Print Priority list. 10. Click High(1200dpi) in the F Print Quality list. Note • Options displayed in the F Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. 1 1. Click Color (CAD) in the H Color Mode list. 12. T o adjust the [...]

  • Page 237

    Print quality and color settings 14. Conrm the settings of A Media Source and C Page Size . 15. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P .513) Enhanced Printing Options 223[...]

  • Page 238

    Print quality and color settings Choosing the Document T ype and Printing Conditions (Mac OS 9) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. As an example, this topic describes how to print CAD drawings as clearly as possible, with sharp lines and text. 1. Select the printer in Chooser . 2. Choose Page Setup [...]

  • Page 239

    Print quality and color settings 8. Click E Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 9. Click Line Drawing in the F Print Priority list. 10. Click High(1200dpi) in the G Print Quality list. Note • Options displayed in the G Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. 1 1. Click Color (CAD) in the H Color Mode list. 12. T o adjust the [...]

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    Print quality and color settings 15. Conrm the selection in A Media Source . 16. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P .535) 226 Enhanced Printing Options[...]

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    Print quality and color settings Fine-T uning Colors of Photos and Images (W indows) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display [...]

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    Print quality and color settings 7. Click H Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. 8. On the Color Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description C Cyan D Magenta E Y ellow Correct color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan , Magenta , and Y ellow . F Brightness Adjust the [...]

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    Print quality and color settings 10. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 1 1. Conrm the settings of A Page Size , L Media Source , and so on. 12. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Windows)”. (→P .468) Enhanced Pri[...]

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    Print quality and color settings Fine-T uning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. 2. Select[...]

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    Print quality and color settings 8. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 9. Click Color in the H Color Mode list. 10. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. Enhanced Printing Options 231[...]

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    Print quality and color settings 1 1. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description C Cyan D Magenta E Y ellow Correct color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan , Magenta , and Y ellow . F Brightness Adjust the brightness of printed images while keeping the darkest and lightest[...]

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    Print quality and color settings Fine-T uning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS 9) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. 1. Select the printer in Chooser . 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Pa[...]

  • Page 248

    Print quality and color settings 8. Click E Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 9. Click Color in the H Color Mode list. 10. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. 234 Enhanced Printing Options[...]

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    Print quality and color settings 1 1. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description C Cyan D Magenta E Y ellow Correct color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan , Magenta , and Y ellow . F Brightness Adjust the brightness of printed images while keeping the darkest and lightest[...]

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    Print quality and color settings Fine-T uning Monochrome Settings When Printing Line Drawings (W indows) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, an[...]

  • Page 251

    Print quality and color settings 7. Click H Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. 8. Adjust the Brightness , Contrast , and other settings on the Color Settings sheet pane. 9. Close the Color Settings dialog box. 10. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 1 1. Conrm the settings of A Page Size , L Media Sour[...]

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    Print quality and color settings Fine-T uning Monochrome Settings When Printing Line Drawings (Mac OS X) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog b[...]

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    Print quality and color settings 8. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 9. Click Monochrome in the H Color Mode list. Note • Monochrome (BK ink) may not be available for all types of paper . 10. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. 1 1. Adjust the Brightness , Contrast , and other settings on the Color Settings pa[...]

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    Print quality and color settings 13. Access the Page Setup pane. 14. Conrm the settings of A Media Source and C Page Size . 15. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P .513) 240 Enhanced Printing Options[...]

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    Print quality and color settings Fine-T uning Monochrome Settings When Printing Line Drawings (Mac OS 9) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. 1. Select the printer in Chooser . 2. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to d[...]

  • Page 256

    Print quality and color settings 8. Click E Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 9. Click Monochrome in the H Color Mode list. Note • Monochrome (BK ink) may not be available for all types of paper . 10. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. 1 1. Adjust the Brightness , Contrast , and other settings on the Color Settings pa[...]

  • Page 257

    Print quality and color settings 12. Access the Finishing pane. 13. Conrm the selection in A Media Source . 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P .535) Enhanced Printing Options 243[...]

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    Print quality and color settings Fine-T uning Monochrome Settings When Printing Photos (W indows) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then [...]

  • Page 259

    Print quality and color settings 7. Click H Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. 8. Adjust the Brightness , Contrast , and other settings for monochrome printing on the Color Adjustment sheet. 9. Close the Color Settings dialog box. 10. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 1 1. Conrm the settings of A Pag[...]

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    Print quality and color settings Fine-T uning Monochrome Settings When Printing Photos (Mac OS X) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. 2[...]

  • Page 261

    Print quality and color settings 8. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 9. Click Monochrome in the H Color Mode list. 10. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. 1 1. Adjust the Brightness , Contrast , and other settings on the Color Settings pane. 12. Click OK to close the Color Settings dialog box. Enhanced Printing [...]

  • Page 262

    Print quality and color settings 13. Access the Page Setup pane. 14. Conrm the settings of A Media Source and C Page Size . 15. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P .513) 248 Enhanced Printing Options[...]

  • Page 263

    Print quality and color settings Fine-T uning Monochrome Settings When Printing Photos (Mac OS 9) Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. 1. Select the printer in Chooser . 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to displa[...]

  • Page 264

    Print quality and color settings 8. Click E Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 9. Click Monochrome in the H Color Mode list. 10. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. 1 1. Adjust the Brightness , Contrast , and other settings on the Color Settings pane. 250 Enhanced Printing Options[...]

  • Page 265

    Print quality and color settings 12. Access the Finishing pane. 13. Conrm the selection in A Media Source . 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P .535) Enhanced Printing Options 251[...]

  • Page 266

    Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and T ext (W indows) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [1 1.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [1 1.7 × 16.5 [...]

  • Page 267

    Print quality and color settings 6. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 7. In A Page Size , click the size of the original as specied in the application software. In this case, click ISO A3 . 8. Click Cassette in the L Media Source list. 9. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions[...]

  • Page 268

    Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and T ext (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 [1 1.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [1 1.7 × 16.5 [...]

  • Page 269

    Print quality and color settings 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Click Cassette in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Make sure C Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specied in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A3 . 12. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing [...]

  • Page 270

    Print quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and T ext (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page Size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [1 1.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [1 1.7 × 16.5 in]) 1. Select th[...]

  • Page 271

    Print quality and color settings 9. Access the Finishing pane. 10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see “Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P .534) 12. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For t[...]

  • Page 272

    Print quality and color settings Printing Ofce Documents (W indows) This topic describes how to print of ce documents based on the following example. • Document: Of ce document created using word-processing software or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Pap[...]

  • Page 273

    Print quality and color settings 6. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 7. In the A 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"x1 1") . 8. Click Cassette in the L Media Source list. 9. Specify additional printing conditions. For details o[...]

  • Page 274

    Print quality and color settings Printing Ofce Documents (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print of ce documents based on the following example. • Document: Of ce document created using word-processing or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper type: [...]

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    Print quality and color settings 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Click Cassette in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Make sure C Page Size shows the original size as specied in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 12. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see “Prin[...]

  • Page 276

    Print quality and color settings Printing Ofce Documents (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print of ce documents based on the following example. • Document: Of ce document created using word-processing or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper type: [...]

  • Page 277

    Print quality and color settings 9. Access the Finishing pane. 10. Click Cassette in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see “Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P .534) 12. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tip[...]

  • Page 278

    Print quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (W indows) 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: Glossy Photo Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Choose Print i[...]

  • Page 279

    Print quality and color settings 6. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 7. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click 10"x12" . 8. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 9. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list. In [...]

  • Page 280

    Print quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print photos based on the following example. • Document: Photo image from a digital camera • Page Size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper T ype: Glossy Photo Paper • Roll paper Width: 10 inches (254 mm) 1. Choose Page Set[...]

  • Page 281

    Print quality and color settings 7. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Glossy Photo Paper . Make sure the paper you select is loaded in the printer . Note • The paper type setting in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel ) is updated when you install the Media[...]

  • Page 282

    Print quality and color settings 1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information. 12. Make sure C Page Size on th[...]

  • Page 283

    Print quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print photos based on the following example. • Document: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Glossy Photo Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0mm) 1. Select the prin[...]

  • Page 284

    Print quality and color settings 7. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Glossy Photo Paper . In the C Media T ype setting, choose the type of paper for printing, such as Glossy Paper , Coated Paper , and so on. Make sure the paper you select is loaded in the printer . Note • The paper type setti[...]

  • Page 285

    Print quality and color settings 1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 12. Specify additional printing conditions.[...]

  • Page 286

    Printing enlargements or reductions Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size Y ou can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver , as desired. Fit Media Size Enlarge or reduce the original to match [...]

  • Page 287

    Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth Y ou 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 W idth Enlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper widt[...]

  • Page 288

    Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling V alue Y ou 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. For instructio[...]

  • Page 289

    Printing enlargements or reductions Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER Scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER can be enlarged and printed automatically . For instructions on printing enlargements of scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER, refer to the following topic. • Printing Enlargements of Scanned Ori[...]

  • Page 290

    Printing enlargements or reductions Reducing Originals that Exceed the Maximum Supported Size for the Cassette When Cassette is selected as the media source, originals that were created at a size larger than the maximum supported paper size for the cassette can be reduced before printing. Page Size Choose the size of the original for printing. If y[...]

  • Page 291

    Printing enlargements or reductions Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (W indows) 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 ac[...]

  • Page 292

    Printing enlargements or reductions Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER. Congure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals to the hot folder . It is easy to send scanned originals to the hot folder if you assign the scanning settings and destination to a Favorites button on the Color imageRUNNER. For instructions on a[...]

  • Page 293

    Printing enlargements or reductions Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (Mac OS X) 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 enlarged according t[...]

  • Page 294

    Printing enlargements or reductions Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER. Congure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals to the hot folder . It is easy to send scanned originals to the hot folder if you assign the scanning settings and destination to a Favorites button on the Color imageRUNNER. For instructions on a[...]

  • Page 295

    Printing enlargements or reductions Reducing Originals that Exceed the Maximum Supported Size for the Cassette (W indows) This topic describes how to reduce originals that exceed the maximum supported size for the cassette before printing, based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A1 (594.0 × 8410.0 mm [23.4 × 33.1 [...]

  • Page 296

    Printing enlargements or reductions 6. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 7. In A Page Size , click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click ISO A1 . 8. Click Cassette in the L Media Source list. Note • Auto is displayed as the media size. The original is reduced to ISO A2 size b[...]

  • Page 297

    Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling V alue (W indows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • [...]

  • Page 298

    Printing enlargements or reductions 7. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm) . 9. In the A 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"x1 1") . [...]

  • Page 299

    Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling V alue (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • [...]

  • Page 300

    Printing enlargements or reductions 7. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 8. Select the print target in the E Print T arget list. 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Pa[...]

  • Page 301

    Printing enlargements or reductions 12. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 13. Select the D Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 14. Click G Scaling and enter “120.” Note • Y ou can specify enlargement that exceeds the paper size, but[...]

  • Page 302

    Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling V alue (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • [...]

  • Page 303

    Printing enlargements or reductions 7. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 8. Select the print target in the F Print T arget list. 9. Access the Finishing pane. 10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Pap[...]

  • Page 304

    Printing enlargements or reductions 12. Access the Page Setup pane. 13. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 14. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 290 Enhanced Printing Options[...]

  • Page 305

    Printing enlargements or reductions 15. Click F Scaling and enter “120.” Note • Y ou can specify enlargement that exceeds the paper size, but in this case, the portion of f the edge of the paper will not be printed. • If the original size after enlargement or reduction is smaller than the paper size, the original is printed in the upper-lef[...]

  • Page 306

    Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth (W indows) 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 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper[...]

  • Page 307

    Printing enlargements or reductions 7. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 8. In the A 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"x1 1") . 9. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Note • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not [...]

  • Page 308

    Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper[...]

  • Page 309

    Printing enlargements or reductions 7. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 8. Select the print target in the E Print T arget list. 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Pa[...]

  • Page 310

    Printing enlargements or reductions 12. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 13. Select the D Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 14. Click F Fit Roll Paper W idth . 15. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. [...]

  • Page 311

    Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll paper width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll[...]

  • Page 312

    Printing enlargements or reductions 7. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 8. Select the print target in the F Print T arget list. 9. Access the Finishing pane. 10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Pap[...]

  • Page 313

    Printing enlargements or reductions 12. Access the Page Setup pane. 13. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 14. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 15. Click E Fit Roll Paper W idth . 16. Conrm the print settings, and click N [...]

  • Page 314

    Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (W indows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: B4 (257.0×364.0 mm [10.1 × 14.3 in]) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • P[...]

  • Page 315

    Printing enlargements or reductions 7. Click Cassette in the L Media Source list. 8. In A Page Size , click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click JIS B4 . 9. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 10. Click D Fit Media Size . 1 1. Click ISO A3 in the G Media Size list. 12. Conrm the print setti[...]

  • Page 316

    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: B4 (257.0×364.0 mm) [10.1 × 14.3 in] • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper T ype: Plain Paper • [...]

  • Page 317

    Printing enlargements or reductions 7. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 8. Select the print target in the E Print T arget list. 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Click Cassette in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selecte[...]

  • Page 318

    Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: B4 (257.0×364.0 mm [10.1×14.3 in]) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • Pap[...]

  • Page 319

    Printing enlargements or reductions 7. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 8. Select the print target in the F Print T arget list. 9. Access the Finishing pane. 10. Click Cassette in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Access the Page Setup pane. Enhanced Printing Options 305[...]

  • Page 320

    Printing enlargements or reductions 12. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, JIS B4 . 13. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 14. Make sure D Fit Media Size is selected. 15. Click ISO A4 in the H Media Size list. 16. Conrm the print set[...]

  • Page 321

    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 .80) T o print documents or images you prepare without a margin at actual size, use an oversized paper size. For example, to print a A4-sized or[...]

  • Page 322

    Printing at full size Note • Oversized printing (selecting Oversize in Page Size ) is only available in Windows. For oversized printing on sheets, choose Manual as the media source. • T o perform oversized printing on a Macintosh computer , you must specify a non-standard page size and print on it. • T o specify a non-standard paper size in o[...]

  • Page 323

    Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size T ake 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 pr[...]

  • Page 324

    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 • Not all page sizes are available. • Even if you prepare originals of the same size as the paper size, the ori[...]

  • Page 325

    Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size (W indows) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder . ( → P .150) If you do not attach the Spacer for Borderless Pr[...]

  • Page 326

    Printing at full size 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12" . 9. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing check box to display the Information dialo[...]

  • Page 327

    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. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder . ( → P .150) The platen may be soiled from borderless printing[...]

  • Page 328

    Printing at full size 8. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper . 9. Select the print target in the E Print T arget list. 10. Access the Page Setup pane. 1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 12. Conrm that the roll paper width matches the paper size. Make sure[...]

  • Page 329

    Printing at full size 13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, 10"x12" - Borderless . 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settin[...]

  • Page 330

    Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder . ( → P .150) If you do not attach the Spacer for Borderless Pr[...]

  • Page 331

    Printing at full size 8. Make sure the Main pane is displayed. 9. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper . 10. Select the print target in the F Print T arget list. 1 1. Access the Finishing pane. 12. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. Enhanced Printing Options 317[...]

  • Page 332

    Printing at full size 13. Conrm that the roll paper width matches the paper size. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer informati[...]

  • Page 333

    Printing at full size 15. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12" . 16. Conrm the print settings, and click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (?[...]

  • Page 334

    Printing at full size Printing at Full Size (W indows) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) • Document: Any T ype • Page Size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Pr[...]

  • Page 335

    Printing at full size 9. Click Oversize - ISO A4 in the A Page Size list. 10. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 1 1. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm) . 12. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Con[...]

  • Page 336

    Printing at full size Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Pag[...]

  • Page 337

    Printing at full size 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer Information on the Main [...]

  • Page 338

    Printing at full size 12. Make sure C Page Size shows the original size as specied in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 - Oversize . 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P .[...]

  • Page 339

    Printing at full size Printing at Full Size (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Select the[...]

  • Page 340

    Printing at full size 10. Access the Finishing pane. 1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer on the Main pane and upd[...]

  • Page 341

    Borderless Printing Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size T ake 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 [...]

  • Page 342

    Borderless Printing Fit Media Size Enlarge or reduce the original to match the size of the paper you are using. Note • The printer driver automatically enlarges originals 3 mm (0.12 in) past the dimensions of the paper on each side. The 3 mm portion beyond the edge on each side is not printed. For instructions on borderless printing of photos, im[...]

  • Page 343

    Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth T ake 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 bor[...]

  • Page 344

    Borderless Printing Scale to t Roll Paper W idth Enlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper width. Note • Y ou 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. For instructions on bor[...]

  • Page 345

    Borderless Printing Borderless Printing at Actual Size T ake 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 prin[...]

  • Page 346

    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 • Not all page sizes are available. • Even if you prepare originals of the same size as the paper size, the origi[...]

  • Page 347

    Borderless Printing Borderless Printing at Actual Size (W indows) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder . ( → P .150) If you do not attach the Spacer for Borderless Prin[...]

  • Page 348

    Borderless Printing 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12" . 9. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing check box to display the Information dialog [...]

  • Page 349

    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. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder . ( → P .150) The platen may be soiled from borderless printing i[...]

  • Page 350

    Borderless Printing 8. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper . 9. Select the print target in the E Print T arget list. 10. Access the Page Setup pane. 1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 12. Conrm that the roll paper width matches the paper size. Make sure t[...]

  • Page 351

    Borderless Printing 13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, 10"x12" - Borderless . 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings[...]

  • Page 352

    Borderless Printing Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder . ( → P .150) If you do not attach the Spacer for Borderless Prin[...]

  • Page 353

    Borderless Printing 8. Make sure the Main pane is displayed. 9. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper . 10. Select the print target in the F Print T arget list. 1 1. Access the Finishing pane. 12. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. Enhanced Printing Options 339[...]

  • Page 354

    Borderless Printing 13. Conrm that the roll paper width matches the paper size. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information[...]

  • Page 355

    Borderless Printing 15. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12" . 16. Conrm the print settings, and click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→[...]

  • Page 356

    Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth (W indows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. If you use n A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder . [...]

  • Page 357

    Borderless Printing 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 8. In the A 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"x1 1") . 9. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing check box to display the Infor[...]

  • Page 358

    Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder . ( → P .1[...]

  • Page 359

    Borderless Printing 8. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper . 9. Select the print target in the E Print T arget list. 10. Access the Page Setup pane. 1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Pape[...]

  • Page 360

    Borderless Printing 13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 14. Select the D Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 15. Select the H Borderless Printing check box. This ensures that F Fit Roll Paper W idth is automatically selected in D Enlarg[...]

  • Page 361

    Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder . ( → P .1[...]

  • Page 362

    Borderless Printing 7. Make sure the Main pane is displayed. 8. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper . 9. Select the print target in the F Print T arget list. 10. Access the Finishing pane. 1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 348 Enhanced Printing Options[...]

  • Page 363

    Borderless Printing 12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 13. Access the Page Setup pane. Enhanced Printing Options[...]

  • Page 364

    Borderless Printing 14. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 15. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 16. Select the G Borderless Printing check box. This ensures that E Fit Roll Paper W idth is automatically selected in C Enlarged[...]

  • Page 365

    Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (W indows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder [...]

  • Page 366

    Borderless Printing 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click 10"x12" . 9. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing check box to display the Information dialog box. 1 [...]

  • Page 367

    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. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder [...]

  • Page 368

    Borderless Printing 7. Access the Main pane. 8. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper . 9. Select the print target in the E Print T arget list. 10. Access the Page Setup pane. 1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 354 Enhanced Printing Options[...]

  • Page 369

    Borderless Printing 12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information. 13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches[...]

  • Page 370

    Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on the Roll Holder [...]

  • Page 371

    Borderless Printing 7. Make sure the Main pane is displayed. 8. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Heavyweight Coated Paper . 9. Select the print target in the F Print T arget list. 10. Access the Finishing pane. 1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. Enhanced Printing Options 357[...]

  • Page 372

    Borderless Printing 12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 13. Access the Page Setup pane. 358 Enhanced Printing Opt[...]

  • Page 373

    Borderless Printing 14. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12" . 15. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 16. Select the G Borderless Printing check box. 17. Click D Fit Media Size under C Enlarged/Reduced Printing . 18. In [...]

  • Page 374

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing V ertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) Y ou can create vertical or horizontal banners by printing originals that are in banner format on rolls. Originals created in Microsoft W ord or other applications in your preferred size ca[...]

  • Page 375

    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 [...]

  • Page 376

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (W indows) This topic describes two ways to print on non-standard paper sizes. • Printing by using Custom Size (→P .362) • Printing by using Custom Media Size (→P .363) Printing by using Custom Size This section describes how to print using Custom Size base[...]

  • Page 377

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 8. Click Manual in the L Media Source list. 9. Click Custom Size in the A Page Size list to display the Custom Size Settings dialog box. 10. Complete the following settings in the Custom Size Settings dialog box. 1. Select mm or inch in Unit[...]

  • Page 378

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 4. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 5. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 6. After conrming that D Easy Settings is selected, click Scanned Image in the E Print T arget list. 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Set[...]

  • Page 379

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 10. Click Add to register “430 mm Square.” 1 1. Click OK to close the Media Size Options dialog box. 12. Click Manual in the L Media Source list. 13. In the A Page Size list, click the size you added, "430 mm Square." 14. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For ins[...]

  • Page 380

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print after registering “Custom Media Size” based on the following example. Here, you will register a non-standard paper size named “430*430” in “Custom Media Size” . • Document: Scanned image • Page size: A sq[...]

  • Page 381

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 13. Access the Main pane. 14. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 15. After conrming that D Easy Settings is selected, click Scanned Image in the E Print T arget list. 16. Access the Page Setup pane. 17. Click Manual in the A Media S[...]

  • Page 382

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print using Custom Media Size based on the following example. Here, you will register a non-standard paper size named “430*430” in Custom Media Size . • Document: Scanned image • Page size: A square sheet (430×430 mm [...]

  • Page 383

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 9. Access the Page Attribute dialog box. 10. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click “430*430” , the size you registered. 1 1. In D Print Area Setting , click F For Manual printing . 12. Click I OK to close the dialog box. 13. Choose Print in the application me[...]

  • Page 384

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 17. Access the Finishing pane. 18. Click Manual in the A Media Source list. 19. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P .535) 370 Enhanced Printing Options[...]

  • Page 385

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing V ertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; W indows) 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 W ord • Page size: Non-standard (100×500 mm [3.9×[...]

  • Page 386

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 10. Close the printer driver dialog box. Note • Y ou 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 .362) Creating the banner in t[...]

  • Page 387

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 6. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 7. In the A Page Size list, click the size you registered, "My Horizontal Banner ." 8. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Note • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not displayed on the Page Setup sheet, [...]

  • Page 388

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 12. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Windows)”. (→P .468) Note • If printing is unsuccessful, you may be able to print after completing the following setting. 1. On the Layout sheet, clic[...]

  • Page 389

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing V ertical 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 Size: Non-standard (100×500 mm [3.9×19[...]

  • Page 390

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 9. In the C Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click "100*500", the size you registered. 10. In D Orientation , click the icon of the document in landscape orientation. 1 1. Click F OK to close the dialog box. Print the banner Follow the steps below to print the b[...]

  • Page 391

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 7. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information. 8. In C Page Size [...]

  • Page 392

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing V ertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print a banner about ve times as long as the roll width based on the following example. • Document: An original designed for a horizontal banner • Page size: Non-standard (100×500 mm, [3.9×1[...]

  • Page 393

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 9. Access the Page Attribute dialog box. 10. In the A Page Size list, click the size you added, “My Horizontal Banner .” 1 1. In B Orientation , click the icon of the document in landscape orientation. 12. Click I OK to close the dialog box. Print the banner Follow these steps to print the banner [...]

  • Page 394

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 5. Access the Finishing pane. 6. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 7. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer on th[...]

  • Page 395

    Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 8. Access the Page Setup pane. 9. In B Page Size , make sure “My Horizontal Banner” is displayed, as registered in Media Design . 10. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 1 1. Click E Fit Roll Paper W idth . 12. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. No[...]

  • Page 396

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet T iling 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, a[...]

  • Page 397

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet imagePROGRAF Free Layout (Macintosh) Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine originals from multiple les-even multiple source applications-in a single-page layout. Important • The driver must be installed from the User Software CD-ROM to use this function. For instructions [...]

  • Page 398

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously Y ou 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. • During banner printing, settings for conserving paper , numbe[...]

  • Page 399

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet T o 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 400

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Posters in Sections Y ou 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. For instructions on printing large posters, refer to the[...]

  • Page 401

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Large Posters (W indows) Y ou 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 [...]

  • Page 402

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet 7. In A Page Size , click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A2 . 8. Click Manual in the L Media Source list. 9. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. 10. Select the A Page Layout check box. 1 1. Click Poster (2 x 2) in the B Page Layout list. Note • [...]

  • Page 403

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Large Posters (Mac OS 9) Y ou 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 on four sheets of paper[...]

  • Page 404

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet 9. After conrming that E Easy Settings is selected, click Poster (Graphic Image) in the F Print T arget list. 10. Access the Page Setup pane. 1 1. Select the I Page Layout check box. 12. Click Poster (2 x 2) in the I Page Layout list. 13. In the Pages to Print dialog box, clear the check boxes of any portion [...]

  • Page 405

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (W indows) This topic describes how to arrange multiple originals using the Free Layout function. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. ( → P .494) 3. Make sure the Main sheet[...]

  • Page 406

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet 7. When you attempt to print, the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. (At this point, the document will not be printed yet.) 8. Edit and rearrange the image in the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. Important • Without closing the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window , repeat steps 1-7 to arrange[...]

  • Page 407

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to use the Free Layout function to arrange multiple originals next to each other before printing. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Click PDF and select Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout . 3. The Canon imagePROGRAF Free Lay[...]

  • Page 408

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet 4. Edit and rearrange the image in the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. Important • Without closing the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window , repeat steps 1-7 to arrange originals from multiple applications on the same page. Note • For instructions on editing and rearranging images, refer [...]

  • Page 409

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (W indows) 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. • During banner printing, settings for conserving pap[...]

  • Page 410

    T iling 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. • During banner printing, settings for conserving pap[...]

  • Page 411

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (→P .513) Enhanced Printing Options 397[...]

  • Page 412

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. • During banner printing, settings for conserving pap[...]

  • Page 413

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet 9. Access the Finishing pane. 10. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P .535) Enhanced Printing Options 399[...]

  • Page 414

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (W indows) 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: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper T ype: Plain Paper • Pap[...]

  • Page 415

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet 8. Click Cassette in the L Media Source list. 9. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. 10. Select the A Page Layout check box. 1 1. Click 4 Pages/Sheet in the B Page Layout list. Note • Y ou can select the layout order for placing four pages on a sheet and a frame border in the Page Layout Printing[...]

  • Page 416

    T iling 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 T ype • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm) 1[...]

  • Page 417

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet 8. Access the Main pane. 9. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 10. Select the printing application in the E Print T arget list. 1 1. Access the Page Setup pane. 12. Click Cassette in the A Media Source list. Enhanced Printing Options 403[...]

  • Page 418

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet 13. Make sure C Page Size shows the original size as specied in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)”. (?[...]

  • Page 419

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS 9) 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: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size:[...]

  • Page 420

    T iling and multiple pages per sheet 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Select the I Page Layout check box. 1 1. Click 4 Pages/Sheet in the I Page Layout list. Note • Y ou can choose the layout order and specify a boundary line for the four pages in J Layout Direction and K Page Border . 12. Access the Finishing pane. 13. Click Cassette in the A [...]

  • Page 421

    Centering originals Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls Y ou 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 [...]

  • Page 422

    Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets Y ou 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 up[...]

  • Page 423

    Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (W indows) 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 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [1 1.7 in]) 1. [...]

  • Page 424

    Centering originals 7. In the A 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"x1 1") . 8. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 9. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm) . 10. Click the La[...]

  • Page 425

    Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A3/A4 roll (297.00 mm [1 1.7 in[...]

  • Page 426

    Centering originals 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 10-in. Roll . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer Information on the Main pane and u[...]

  • Page 427

    Centering originals 12. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 13. Select the J Print Centered check box. 14. Conrm the print settings, and click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming [...]

  • Page 428

    Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [1 1.7 in[...]

  • Page 429

    Centering originals 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 1 1. Access the Finishing pane. Enhanced Printing Options 415[...]

  • Page 430

    Centering originals 12. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 13. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in B Roll Paper W idth -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 14. Select th[...]

  • Page 431

    Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (W indows) This topic describes how to reduce an original 50% for printing centered on a sheet. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Sheets ( Manual ) • Paper T ype: Plain Paper • Paper size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 [...]

  • Page 432

    Centering originals 8. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 9. Click Match Page Size in the G Media Size list. 10. Click F Scaling and enter “50.” 1 1. Click Manual in the L Media Source list. 12. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. 13. Select the G Print Centered check box. 14. Conrm the print settings and print a[...]

  • Page 433

    Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4/Letter • Paper: Sheets • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: Non-standard 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display[...]

  • Page 434

    Centering originals 8. Access the Page Setup pane. 9. Click Manual in the A Media Source list. 10. Make sure C Page Size shows the original size as specied in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 1 1. Select the J Print Centered check box. 12. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing.[...]

  • Page 435

    Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4/Letter • Paper: Sheets ( Manual ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: Non-standard 1. Choose Page Setup from the source applicati[...]

  • Page 436

    Centering originals 8. Access the Page Setup pane. 9. Make sure B Page Size shows the original size as specied in Page Setup in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 10. Access the Finishing pane. 422 Enhanced Printing Options[...]

  • Page 437

    Centering originals 1 1. Click Manual in the A Media Source list. 12. Select the F Print Centered check box. 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P .535) Important • If you have selected Cut Sheet as the medi[...]

  • Page 438

    Conserving roll paper Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees Y ou 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 wi[...]

  • Page 439

    Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals W ithout T op and Bottom Margins Y ou can conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings as suitable for your original. No Spaces at T op or Bottom (Conserve Paper) Y ou can print without feeding the paper for blank portions of originals if there are top and bottom margins in [...]

  • Page 440

    Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals W ithout T op and Bottom Margins (W indows) 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 size: A4 (210.0×297.0mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll ?[...]

  • Page 441

    Conserving roll paper 6. In the A 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"x1 1") . 7. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm) . 9. Click the L[...]

  • Page 442

    Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals W ithout T op 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. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll ?[...]

  • Page 443

    Conserving roll paper 7. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 8. Access the Page Setup pane. 9. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 10. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in B Roll Paper W idth -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm) . Note • If the width of the[...]

  • Page 444

    Conserving roll paper 1 1. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 12. Select the K No Spaces at T op or Bottom check box. 13. Conrm the print settings, and click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see[...]

  • Page 445

    Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals W ithout T op and Bottom Margins (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper when printing originals that have a top and bottom margin, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll ?[...]

  • Page 446

    Conserving roll paper 8. Access the Finishing pane. 9. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 10. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in B Roll Paper W idth -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer on the Main pane and update the pri[...]

  • Page 447

    Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (W indows) 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 (8.3×1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll pa[...]

  • Page 448

    Conserving roll paper 6. In the A 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"x1 1") . 7. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm) . 9. Select the [...]

  • Page 449

    Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper by rotating originals 90 degrees before printing, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page Size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • [...]

  • Page 450

    Conserving roll paper 7. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 8. Access the Page Setup pane. 9. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 10. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in B Roll Paper W idth -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm) . Note • If the width of the[...]

  • Page 451

    Conserving roll paper 1 1. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 12. Select the L Rotate Page 90 degrees check box. 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see[...]

  • Page 452

    Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper by rotating originals 90 degrees before printing, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • [...]

  • Page 453

    Conserving roll paper 8. Access the Finishing pane. 9. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 10. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm) . Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper W idth , click L Printer on the Main pane and update[...]

  • Page 454

    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 L T . For det[...]

  • Page 455

    Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and T ext (W indows) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [1 1.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [1 1.7 × 16.5 in]) 1. Cho[...]

  • Page 456

    Printing CAD Drawings 6. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 7. In A Page Size , click the size of the original as specied in the application software. In this case, click ISO A3 . 8. Click Cassette in the L Media Source list. 9. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see “Pr[...]

  • Page 457

    Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and T ext (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 [1 1.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Sheets ( Cassette ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [1 1.7 × 16.5 in]) 1. Cho[...]

  • Page 458

    Printing CAD Drawings 8. After conrming that D Easy Settings is selected, click CAD (Line Drawing) or CAD (Monochrome Line Drawing ) in the E Print T arget list. Note • Y ou can check the settings values selected in the E Print T arget list by clicking F V iew set. . 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Click Cassette in the A Media Source list.[...]

  • Page 459

    Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and T ext (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page Size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [1 1.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [1 1.7 × 16.5 in]) 1. Select the printer i[...]

  • Page 460

    Printing CAD Drawings 8. After conrming that E Easy Settings is selected, click CAD (Line Drawing) or CAD (Monochrome Line Drawing ) in the F Print T arget list. Note • Y ou can check the settings values selected in the F Print T arget list by clicking G V iew set. 9. Access the Finishing pane. 10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. [...]

  • Page 461

    Other useful settings Other useful settings Printing W ith W atermarks Y ou can add watermarks (background images) to documents that require special handling. W atermark W atermarks are applied to all pages of your document. Important • W atermarks are not printed if you select poster as the type of page layout. The following watermarks are provi[...]

  • Page 462

    Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation Y ou 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 th[...]

  • Page 463

    Other useful settings Using Favorites Y ou 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. Y ou can choose the settings you have registered from a list before printi[...]

  • Page 464

    Other useful settings Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals Y ou can print a variety of source documents from word-processing or spreadsheet programs or screen shots from web browsers after composing an original with them using PosterArtist . Important • PosterArtist (sold separately) must be installed to use this function. Edit Using PosterArt[...]

  • Page 465

    Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (W indows) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto cut function) after printing, as well as how to print a cut line to cut the paper manually . Note • Auto cut function is activated on the printer by factory default and when the printer driver is installed. F[...]

  • Page 466

    Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto cut function) after printing, as well as how to print a cut line to cut the paper manually . Note • The auto cut function is activated on the printer by factory default and when the printer driver is installe[...]

  • Page 467

    Other useful settings 8. Access the Main pane. 9. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. 10. Click C Set to display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box. 1 1. T o enable automatic cutting, click Printer Default in the H Automatic Cutting list. If you prefer to cut the paper later yourself, click Print Cut Guideline . [...]

  • Page 468

    Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto cut function) after printing, as well as how to print a cut line to cut the paper manually . Note • The auto cut function is activated on the printer by factory default and when the printer driver is installe[...]

  • Page 469

    Other useful settings 8. Access the Main pane. 9. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. 10. Click D Set to display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box. 1 1. T o enable automatic cutting, click Printer Default in the H Automatic Cutting list. If you prefer to cut the paper later yourself, click Print Cut Guideline . [...]

  • Page 470

    Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (W indows) 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 size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • [...]

  • Page 471

    Other useful settings 7. In the A 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"x1 1") . 8. In H Orientation , click J Landscape . 9. Click Cassette in the L Media Source list. 10. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming[...]

  • Page 472

    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 size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • [...]

  • Page 473

    Other useful settings 10. Access the Page Setup pane. 1 1. Click Cassette in the A Media Source list. 12. Make sure C Page Size shows the original size as specied in C Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 . 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming pri[...]

  • Page 474

    Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print an original in landscape orientation after matching the paper orientation, based on the following example. • Document: An original in landscape orientation • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 1 1.7 in) • [...]

  • Page 475

    Other useful settings 10. Access the Finishing pane. 1 1. Click Cassette in the A Media Source list. 12. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)”. (→P .535) Enhanced Printing Options 461[...]

  • Page 476

    Other useful settings Printing with W atermarks-COPY , FILE COPY , and so on (W indows) This topic describes how to print of ce documents with a watermark (in this case, “FILE COPY” ) based on the following example. • Document: Of ce document created using word-processing software or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 [...]

  • Page 477

    Other useful settings 6. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 7. In A Page Size , click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x1 1") . 8. Click Cassette in the L Media Source list. 9. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. 10. Select the D W ate[...]

  • Page 478

    Other useful settings Printing with W atermarks-COPY , FILE COPY , and so on (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print with watermarks, based on the following example of printing with a “FILE COPY” watermark. • Document: Of ce document created using word-processing or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 [...]

  • Page 479

    Other useful settings 7. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper . 8. After conrming that E Easy Settings is selected, click Ofce Document in the F Print T arget list. Note • Y ou can check the settings values selected in the F Print T arget list by clicking G V iew set. 9. Access [...]

  • Page 480

    Windows Software W indows Printer Driver Settings (W indows) For instructions on accessing the Windows printer driver , refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) (→P .494) • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) (→P .496) For information on[...]

  • Page 481

    Windows • Layout Sheet (Windows) (→P .481) Y ou can specify the page layout, watermarks, the orientation, the number of copies, and print processing options. • Page Options Dialog Box (Windows) (→P .507) • Special Settings Dialog Box (Windows) (→P .510) • Favorites Sheet (Windows) (→P .483) Groups of print settings you select on eac[...]

  • Page 482

    Windows Conrming Print Settings (W indows) There are two ways to conrm the print settings, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings (→P .468) • Checking a print preview (→P .469) 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 [...]

  • Page 483

    Windows Checking a print preview Y ou can check an image of the original just as it will be printed. When you activate this feature, PageComposer is launched before printing. Conrming how documents will be printed this way helps prevent printing errors. For details on print previews, see “Previewing Images Before Printing (Windows)”. (→P .[...]

  • Page 484

    Windows Previewing Images Before Printing (W indows) This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. ( → P .494) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. Select the L Open Pr[...]

  • Page 485

    Windows Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (W indows) On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and congure printer driver settings for the media source and media type. Note • T o display the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, on the Main sheet, click Get Information by Me[...]

  • Page 486

    Windows Settings Summaries Dialog Box (W indows) The Settings Summaries dialog box enables you to conrm the settings for the Main , Page Setup , Layout , and Favorites sheets. Button Corresponding Utility A Copy Click to copy the settings information to the clipboard. Y ou can paste the settings information into a le created with a text edito[...]

  • Page 487

    Windows Using Favorites (W indows) 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. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. ( → P[...]

  • Page 488

    Windows Printing using the favorite Follow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. ( → P .494) 3. Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. 4. In the A Favorites , choose the favo[...]

  • Page 489

    Windows Main Sheet (W indows) The following settings are available on the Main sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • On Main sheet, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the print target, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired. Conguration us[...]

  • Page 490

    Windows Setting Item Description M Status Monitor Click to start imagePROGRAF Status Monitor , which enables you to conrm the status of the printer and print jobs. Y ou can also set up email notication if printer errors occur by completing the Email Notice settings. For details, refer to the Status Monitor help. N About Click to conrm vers[...]

  • Page 491

    Windows Conguration using Advanced Settings Setting Item Description A Media T ype Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . ( → P .1 12) B Get Information Click to display the Get Information dialog box, which shows media types and sizes by media source, as speci[...]

  • Page 492

    Windows Setting Item Description T Economy Printing When this mode is selected, less ink is consumed than in regular printing, but the quality is diminished. Select this mode if you want to conserve ink when checking drawings, for example. Depending on the Media T ype and Print Quality settings, this mode may not be available. L Open Preview When P[...]

  • Page 493

    Windows Page Setup Sheet (W indows) The following settings are available on the Page Setup sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description A Page Size Select the page size as specied in the source application. For details on available page sizes, see “Paper Sizes”. (→P .1 17) B Borderless Pr[...]

  • Page 494

    Windows Setting Item Description H Orientation Choose the printing orientation. Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (→P .448) K Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) Activate this setting to rotate the document image by 90 degrees before printing. Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (→P .424) L Media[...]

  • Page 495

    Windows Layout Sheet (W indows) The following settings are available on the Layout sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description A Page Layout Activate this setting to select a particular page layout. Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (→P .385) Printing Posters in Sections (→P .386) Printing Mu[...]

  • Page 496

    Windows Setting Item Description K Page Options Click to display the Page Options dialog box, which enables you to complete settings for printing the user name, date, or page number in the header or footer . M Special Settings If the printing results are not as you expected, click this option to change how printing is processed. S Defaults Click to[...]

  • Page 497

    Windows Favorites Sheet (W indows) The following settings are available on the Favorites sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description A Favorites Printing favorites you have created are listed with Default Settings favorites. Using Favorites (→P .449) B Settings Details Displays details of the f[...]

  • Page 498

    Windows Utility Sheet (W indows) The following settings are available on the Utility sheet. For details on the utilities, refer to the relevant utility help. Button Corresponding Utility A Maintenance Click to start the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor , which of fers the following maintenance for the printer . • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) check •[...]

  • Page 499

    Windows Support Sheet (W indows) On the Support sheet, you can view support information and the user ’ s manual. Button Corresponding Utility A 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. B [...]

  • Page 500

    Windows Device Settings Sheet (W indows) Many settings items on the printer properties sheets are controlled by Windows applications. However , the Device Settings sheet is for conguring the printer , and it is an extension of the printer driver . The following settings are available on the Device Settings sheet. Setting Item Description A About[...]

  • Page 501

    Windows Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals (W indows) This topic describes how to use PosterArtist to compose originals from multiple applications, creating a poster layout for printing. Important • PosterArtist (sold separately) must be installed to use this function. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dia[...]

  • Page 502

    Windows 8. Choose the page to load in PosterArtist . 9. Edit and rearrange the image in the PosterArtist window as desired. Important • Without closing the PosterArtist window , repeat steps 1-8 to arrange originals from multiple applications on the same page. Note • For instructions on editing and rearranging images, refer to the PosterArtist [...]

  • Page 503

    Windows imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (W indows) imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. T wo screens are available in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor : “Printer List” shows a list of printers, and “Status Monitor” shows details for each printer . • Y ou can view a list of the printers f[...]

  • Page 504

    Windows imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility is a utility to establish communication between the printer and your computer by completing relevant settings. After the printer is installed, for example, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility to complete the network settings initially . • Starting imagePROGRAF D[...]

  • Page 505

    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 V ista, you must log on with administrative rights equivalent to the “Administrator” account. 1. Insert the User S[...]

  • Page 506

    Windows Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility From a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility provided with the printer to congure the printer ’ s IP address. This topic describes how to congure the IP address using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility . Important • T o congure [...]

  • Page 507

    Windows Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access is an application that links photos from Canon digital cameras and other image les on your computer with various other applications. • Simply select an image and click the icon of the application you want to start to launch the application. • Y ou can also print from Digital Photo[...]

  • Page 508

    Windows Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (W indows) 1. Choose Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. 2. 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 case[...]

  • Page 509

    Windows Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the source application, changes you make to the settings will only apply temporarily to that application. Because these are sizes you specify temporarily in the printer driver , the sizes will not be available after you exit the application. • Y ou can also access the printer [...]

  • Page 510

    Windows Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (W indows) 1. Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printers ). 2. Select the printer , and then display the printer properties dialog box. 3. Click Printing Preferences to display the Printing Preferences dialog box, titled with the name of this printer . Note • The[...]

  • Page 511

    Windows Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main , Page Setup , Layout , Favorites , Utility , and Support . Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the operating system menu, changes you make to the settings will apply to all applications you use for printing. • Y ou can also access the printe[...]

  • Page 512

    Windows Color Settings Sheet: Color (W indows) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them. However , if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver . Color Adjustment : color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, yo[...]

  • Page 513

    Windows Setting Item Description J Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment. S Defaults Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. Note • For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. ([...]

  • Page 514

    Windows Matching sheet: Driver Matching Mode On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching, to compensate for dif ferences in the appearance of colors on various devices. The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. Note • T o display the Matching sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color[...]

  • Page 515

    Windows Matching sheet: ICC Matching Mode , Driver ICM Mode , and Host ICM Mode On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching, to compensate for dif ferences 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. N[...]

  • Page 516

    Windows Color Settings Sheet: Monochrome (W indows) The following settings are available on the Color Settings sheet for monochrome printing. Color Adjustment : monochrome On the Color Adjustment sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • T o display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color[...]

  • Page 517

    Windows Note • For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P .214) Object Adjustment dialog box In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color adj[...]

  • Page 518

    Windows Conrming the Print Image Before Printing The preview screen displayed before printing enables you to see the original image just as it will be printed. Conrming the image of print jobs helps prevent printing errors. For instructions on previewing print jobs, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating[...]

  • Page 519

    Windows Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (W indows) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box of fers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • T o display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main sheet, click Settings by Media T ype . ( → P .475) Setting Item Description A Media T[...]

  • Page 520

    Windows Media Size Options Dialog Box (W indows) In the Media Size Options dialog box, you can create and register your own Custom Media Size . The sizes you dene are listed with standard media sizes for selection later as needed. Note • T o display the Media Size Options dialog box, on the Page Setup sheet, click Media Size Options . ( → P [...]

  • Page 521

    Windows Page Options Dialog Box (W indows) The Page Options dialog box of fers the following settings. Note • T o display the Page Options dialog box, on the Layout sheet, click Page Options . ( → P .481) Setting Item Description A Print Date Select where the date is printed, as desired. T o print the time as well, select B Print T ime Also . C[...]

  • Page 522

    Windows Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (W indows) 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 conditio[...]

  • Page 523

    Windows Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER. Congure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals to the hot folder . It is easy to send scanned originals to the hot folder if you assign the scanning settings and destination to a Favorites button on the Color imageRUNNER. For instructions on assigning scanning settings a[...]

  • Page 524

    Windows Special Settings Dialog Box (W indows) If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the Special Settings dialog box. Note • T o display the Special Settings dialog box, on the Layout sheet, click Special Settings . ( → P .481) Setting Item Description A FineZoom Settings This function is u[...]

  • Page 525

    Windows V iew Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (W indows) In the V iew Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • T o display the V iew Settings dialog box, on the Main sheet, click V iew Settings by Print T arget . ( → P .475) Setting Item Description A Print T arget Shows all Print [...]

  • Page 526

    Mac OS X Mac OS X Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X) For instructions on accessing the Mac OS X printer driver , refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X) (→P .528) For information on the Mac OS X printer driver settings, refer to the following topics. • Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P .5[...]

  • Page 527

    Mac OS X Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X) There are two ways to conrm what printing conditions have been specied, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings (→P .513) • Checking a print preview (→P .514) Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main , Page Setup , Uti[...]

  • Page 528

    Mac OS X Note • T o conrm the Print T arget specied in Easy Settings , click F V iew set. on the Main pane to display the V iew settings dialog box. Checking a print preview Y ou 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 p[...]

  • Page 529

    Mac OS X Checking the Layout Before Printing Y ou can check the print layout on the preview screen. While viewing this screen, you can also adjust layout or size settings, and your changes will be instantly applied on the preview screen. Preview (Macintosh) Important • The driver must be installed from the User Software CD-ROM to use this functio[...]

  • Page 530

    Mac OS X Checking the Layout Before Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Preview function. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Click PDF and select Canon imagePROGRAF Preview . 3. The Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window is displayed. 4. Check the layout and adjust settings in the Canon ima[...]

  • Page 531

    Mac OS X Previewing Images Before Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. 1. In the application menu, choose Print . 2. Click Preview to open the preview window . 3. Check the layout and other aspects of the printing image, and then click Print to start printing. Note • “Previe[...]

  • Page 532

    Mac OS X Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Mac OS X) On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and congure printer driver media type setting. Note • T o display the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, on the Main pane, click Get Information by Media T ype . ( → P .519) [...]

  • Page 533

    Mac OS X Main Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Main pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • On the Main pane, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the print target, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired. Conguration [...]

  • Page 534

    Mac OS X Conguration using Advanced Settings Setting Item Description A Media T ype Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . ( → P .1 12) B Get Information Click to display the Get Information dialog box, which shows media types specied on the printer for each me[...]

  • Page 535

    Mac OS X Page Setup Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description A Media Source Choose how paper is supplied. Options displayed in the list vary depending on the selection in A Media T ype in the Main pane. B Roll Paper W idth D[...]

  • Page 536

    Mac OS X Setting Item Description J Print Centered Activate this setting to print document images in the center of the paper . Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (→P .407) Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (→P .408) K No Spaces at T op or Bottom Activate this setting to print the next image skipping blank areas above and below printable d[...]

  • Page 537

    Mac OS X Utility Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Utility pane. Setting Item Description A Set Click to display the Printer dialog box, which of fers the following maintenance for the printer . • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) cleaning • Head alignment adjustment • Feed amount adjustment B V iew Click to start imagePR[...]

  • Page 538

    Mac OS X Additional Settings Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Additional Settings pane. Setting Item Description A Data Send Method Choose how printing data is sent to the printer . • B Send Print Data Immediately to Printer • C Send All Print Data as Batch to Printer 524 Software[...]

  • Page 539

    Mac OS X Support Pane (Mac OS X) On the Support pane, you can view support information and the user ’ s manual. Button Corresponding Utility A 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. B U[...]

  • Page 540

    Mac OS X imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. • Printer status can be checked in real time on a computer monitor . • Y ou can check the status of print jobs, cancel jobs, and manage them as needed. • If a printer error occurs, you can investigate [...]

  • Page 541

    Mac OS X Note • If the status of the desired printer is not shown in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor , select the printer again as follows. 1. Make sure the printer is on and connected to the network or to a local port. 2. In the Printer menu, select the name of the desired printer . After the printer is detected, the printer status is shown. 3. If inf[...]

  • Page 542

    Mac OS X Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X) 1. In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer , specify the range of pages, number of copies, and so on. 2. [...]

  • Page 543

    Mac OS X Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS X) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them. However , if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver . Color Adjustment pane: color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected[...]

  • Page 544

    Mac OS X Note • For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P .214) Matching pane On the Matching pane, you can specify color matching, to compensate for dif ferences in the appearance of colors on various devices. Note • T o display the Matching pane, on the Main pane, click Color Settings by Color M[...]

  • Page 545

    Mac OS X Color Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Color Settings pane for monochrome printing. Color Adjustment pane: monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • T o display the Color Adjustment pane, on the Main pane, click Color[...]

  • Page 546

    Mac OS X Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box of fers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • T o display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Settings by Media T ype . ( → P .519) Setting Item Description A Media T[...]

  • Page 547

    Mac OS X V iew Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Mac OS X) In the V iew Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • T o display the V iew Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click V iew Settings by Print T arget . ( → P .519) Setting Item Description A Print T arget Shows all Print [...]

  • Page 548

    Mac OS 9 Mac OS 9 Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9) For instructions on accessing the Mac OS 9 printer driver , refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS 9) (→P .550) For information on the Mac OS 9 printer driver settings, refer to the following topics. • Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P .5[...]

  • Page 549

    Mac OS 9 Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9) There are two ways to conrm what printing conditions have been specied, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings (→P .535) • Checking a print preview (→P .536) Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main , Page Setup , Fin[...]

  • Page 550

    Mac OS 9 Note • T o conrm the Print T arget specied in Easy Settings , click G V iew set. on the Main pane to display the V iew set. dialog box. Checking a print preview Y ou 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 previ[...]

  • Page 551

    Mac OS 9 Previewing Images Before Printing (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. 1. In the application menu, choose Print . 2. Click Preview to open the preview window . 3. Check the layout and other aspects of the printing image, and then click Print this page to start printing. Note •[...]

  • Page 552

    Mac OS 9 Main Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Main pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • On the Main pane, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the print target, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired. Conguration [...]

  • Page 553

    Mac OS 9 Conguration using Advanced Settings Setting Item Description A Copies Enter the number of copies to print, in a range of “1-999.” B Page Specify the pages to print. • All Pages • From and T o C Media T ype Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . ( ?[...]

  • Page 554

    Mac OS 9 Setting Item Description P Reduce Print Unevenness This option is displayed if you have selected Plain Paper in C Media T ype and Ofce Document in F Print Priority . Activate this option to automatically switch between one-pass and two-pass printings, which reduces color shading. Deactivate this option for one-pass printing only . L Pri[...]

  • Page 555

    Mac OS 9 Page Setup Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description A Roll Paper W idth Displays the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer . B Page Size Displays the page size, as specied in the source application. For d[...]

  • Page 556

    Mac OS 9 Setting Item Description J Layout Direction This setting is available when I Page Layout is selected. Here, you can specify the orientation of multiple pages to be printed on a single sheet. K Page Border This setting is available when I Page Layout is selected. Here, you can specify the type of boundary line around each page of multiple p[...]

  • Page 557

    Mac OS 9 Finishing Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Finishing pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description A Media Source Y ou can choose the media source. Options displayed in the list vary depending on the selection in C Media T ype in the Main pane. B Roll Paper W idth[...]

  • Page 558

    Mac OS 9 Device Settings Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Device Settings pane. Setting Item Description A Utility Click to display the Printer Information dialog box, which of fers the following maintenance for the printer . • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) cleaning • Head alignment adjustment • Feed amount adjustmen[...]

  • Page 559

    Mac OS 9 Additional Settings Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Additional Settings pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item Description A Background Printing Choose the printing method. Activate this setting by clicking B On to print in the background. Deactivate this setting by c[...]

  • Page 560

    Mac OS 9 Using Favorites (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings. Registering a favorite Follow the steps below to save the current print settings as a favorite. 1. Select the printer in Chooser . 2. Choose Print in the application menu. 3. Complete the print settings. 4. In the Favorites list, cl[...]

  • Page 561

    Mac OS 9 Printing using the favorite Follow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered. 1. Select the printer in Chooser . 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. Choose the original size in the A Page Size list. 4. Click I OK to close the dialog box. 5. In the application men[...]

  • Page 562

    Mac OS 9 imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. • Printer status can be checked in real time on a computer monitor . • Y ou can check the status of print jobs, cancel jobs, and manage them as needed. • If a printer error occurs, you can investigate [...]

  • Page 563

    Mac OS 9 Note • If the status of the desired printer is not shown in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor , select the printer again as follows. 1. Make sure the printer is on and connected to the network or to a local port. 2. In the Printer menu, select the name of the desired printer . After the printer is detected, the printer status is shown. 3. If inf[...]

  • Page 564

    Mac OS 9 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS 9) 1. In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer , specify the range of pages, number of copies, and so on. 2. [...]

  • Page 565

    Mac OS 9 3. 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. Software 551[...]

  • Page 566

    Mac OS 9 Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS 9) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them. However , if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver . Color Adjustment pane: color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected[...]

  • Page 567

    Mac OS 9 Setting Item Description I Gray T one Adjust the color tone of grays as desired. Choose Cool Black (tinged with blue), W arm Black (tinged with red), and so on. J Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment. Note • For details on settings i[...]

  • Page 568

    Mac OS 9 Matching pane On the Matching pane, you can specify color matching, to compensate for dif ferences in the appearance of colors on various devices. Note • T o display the Matching pane, on the Main pane, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings , and then click Matching . ( → P .538) Setting Item Description A Matching Mo[...]

  • Page 569

    Mac OS 9 Color Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Color Settings pane for monochrome printing. Color Adjustment pane: monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • T o display the Color Adjustment pane, on the Main pane, click Color[...]

  • Page 570

    Mac OS 9 Note • For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P .214) Object Adjustment dialog box In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color ad[...]

  • Page 571

    Mac OS 9 Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS 9) The Media Detailed Settings dialog box of fers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • T o display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Settings by Media T ype . ( → P .538) Setting Item Description A Media T[...]

  • Page 572

    Mac OS 9 Special Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS 9) If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the Special Settings dialog box. Note • T o display the Special Settings dialog box, on the Additional Settings pane, click Special Settings . ( → P .545) Setting Item Description A Fast Graphic Process If[...]

  • Page 573

    Mac OS 9 V iew Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Mac OS 9) In the V iew Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • T o display the V iew Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click V iew Settings by Print T arget . ( → P .538) Setting Item Description A Print T arget Shows all Print [...]

  • Page 574

    Network Setting Network Setting Network Setting Network Environment System requirements The system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are as follows. • Printing over a TCP/IP network • Compatible operating systems • Windows 2000 (Professional or Server) • Windows XP (Home Edition or Professional) • Windows Server 2003 (St[...]

  • Page 575

    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. • Example of a Macintosh network In Macintosh networks, print over AppleT a[...]

  • Page 576

    Network Setting Conguring the IP Address on the Printer Y ou must congure the printer ’ s IP address before using the printer on a TCP/IP network. The printer ’ s IP address is congured automatically when you install the printer driver following the instructions in the Quick Start Guide . Follow the steps below to congure the IP add[...]

  • Page 577

    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. • For inst[...]

  • Page 578

    Network Setting Conguring the Printer ’ s TCP/IP Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the TCP/IP network settings. 1. 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/ 2. Select Administra[...]

  • Page 579

    Network Setting Item Details Default Setting RA W Printing Activate this setting to use Raw Printing. On SMTP Server Address Specify the SMTP server ’ s IP address. 0.0.0.0 Primary DNS Server Address Specify the IP address of the primary DNS server . 0.0.0.0 Secondary DNS Server Address Specify the IP address of the secondary DNS server . 0.0.0.0[...]

  • Page 580

    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 . 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup , and then press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select TCP/IP , and then press th[...]

  • Page 581

    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. T o use the ARP and PING commands, you will need to know the printer ’ s MAC address. Y ou can conrm the MAC address on the Control Panel . 1. Check the printer ’ s MAC address. Y ou can c[...]

  • Page 582

    Network Setting 4. Execute the following command to send the IP address to the printer and congure it. ping [IP address as specied in the ARP command] -l 479 Example: ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx -l 479 Note • In “-l,” the “l” is the letter “l” . • In Mac OS X when using T erminal, enter the ping command in the format “ping -s 479 x[...]

  • Page 583

    Network Setting Specifying Printer-Related Information Follow the steps below to specify device information and security settings. 1. 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/ 2. Select Administrator Mo[...]

  • Page 584

    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. For details on conguring printer settings for networks, refer to the following topics. •[...]

  • Page 585

    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[...]

  • Page 586

    Network Setting (Windows) Network Setting (W indows) Conguring the Printer ’ s NetW are Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the NetW are network settings. 1. 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: htt[...]

  • Page 587

    Network Setting (Windows) Item Details Default Setting RPrinter Print Server Name Specify the name of a NetW are print server , up to 47 characters. - Printer Number Specify the number of the printer connected to the NetW are print server . (0-5) 0 NDS PServer T ree Name Specify the name of an NDS tree that has a NetW are print server , up to 32 ch[...]

  • Page 588

    Network Setting (Windows) Specifying the Printer ’ s Frame T ype T o enable communication between the printer and computers on your network, specify the Ethernet frame type in your NetW are environment. Follow the steps below to specify the frame type by using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility or the printer Control Panel . Note • Y ou can spec[...]

  • Page 589

    Network Setting (Windows) Specifying the frame type using the printer Control Panel 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup , and then press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select NetW are , and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select NetW are , and then press the ► but[...]

  • Page 590

    Network Setting (Windows) Specifying NetW are Print Services Before printing in a NetW are network, you must congure print services such as print servers, print queues, and so on. Y ou can congure the print service settings from a computer using any of the following software. • NW ADMIN • PCONSOLE (from Novell, provided with NetW are) Imp[...]

  • Page 591

    Network Setting (Windows) Using NW ADMIN or PCONSOLE to set up the print server Use NW ADMIN to set up the print server if NDS queue server mode or remote printer mode is used. 1. Log into NetW are as Administrator or with equivalent rights, and then start NW ADMIN. 2. Run Quick Setup. 1. Choose Print Services Quick Setup in the T ools menu. 2. Ent[...]

  • Page 592

    Network Setting (Windows) Use PCONSOLE to set up the print server if bindery queue server mode or remote printer mode is used. 1. Log into NetW are as Supervisor and start PCONSOLE. 2. Switch to bindery mode. 3. If the print server has not been created, create it. 1. In A vailable Options , select Quick Setup and press the Enter key . 2. Enter the [...]

  • Page 593

    Network Setting (Windows) Specifying NetW are Protocols Follow the steps below to congure NetW are protocol settings other than the frame type by using RemoteUI . Note • For details on RemoteUI , see “Using RemoteUI”. (→P .570) 1. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI [...]

  • Page 594

    Network Setting (Windows) • If you have selected NDS PServer: Queue Server Mode (Using an NDS Print Server) 1. In T ree Name and Context Name , enter the tree and context name of the print server . Do not exceed 255 characters for the context name. 2. In Print Server Name , enter the name of the print server created in " Specifying NetW are [...]

  • Page 595

    Network Setting (Windows) Conguring NetW are Network Settings T o print over a NetW are network, congure the network environment as follows. Important • T o congure network settings, you must be logged in with administrative rights such as “Administrator” account. W e recommend that your network administrator congure the network s[...]

  • Page 596

    Network Setting (Windows) Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (W indows) 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 o[...]

  • Page 597

    Network Setting (Windows) Sharing the Printer in W indows If you set up a computer as a print server in Windows 2000, Windows XP , or Windows Server 2003, the computer can receive print jobs sent from other computers (clients) connected to it for printing. This topic describes how to share the printer in Windows. Important • W e recommend that yo[...]

  • Page 598

    Network Setting (Windows) 3. On the Sharing sheet, click Share this printer and enter the shared name. 4. T o 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 [...]

  • Page 599

    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 V ista, you must log on with administrative rights equivalent to the “Administrator” account. 1.[...]

  • Page 600

    Network Setting (Windows) Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility From a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility provided with the printer to congure the printer ’ s IP address. This topic describes how to congure the IP address using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility . Important ?[...]

  • Page 601

    Network Setting (Macintosh) Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Printer ’ s AppleT alk Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the AppleT alk network settings. 1. 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” / Examp[...]

  • Page 602

    Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh) Specify the printer driver destination as follows if the printer ’ s IP address is changed, or if you will use the printer over a network connection instead of via USB connection. • If you switch to printing in an AppleT alk network, see “Conguring the Dest[...]

  • Page 603

    Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Destination for AppleT alk Network (Macintosh) T o print over an AppleT alk network, activate the AppleT alk protocol and congure the destination as follows. Activating AppleT alk on the printer Important • By factory default, the AppleT alk protocol is disabled on the printer . 1. Press the Menu bu[...]

  • Page 604

    Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Destination (Mac OS 9) 1. Choose Chooser from the Apple menu to display the Chooser window . 2. In AppleT alk , click Active . 3. Close the Chooser window . 4. Click AppleT alk under Control Panels to display the AppleT alk window . 5. In Connect via , choose Built-in Ethernet . 6. Close the AppleT alk w[...]

  • Page 605

    Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Destination (Mac OS X) Note • The following procedures are based on Mac OS X 10.4. The method of conguring the destination varies depending on the version of Mac OS X. 1. In System Preferences , click Network to display the Network window . 2. In Show , choose Built-in Ethernet . Next, click AppleT [...]

  • Page 606

    Network Setting (Macintosh) 7. Select the printer from the list in the Printer Browser window and click Add . 592 Network Setting[...]

  • Page 607

    Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Destination for TCP/IP Network (Macintosh) Follow the steps below to congure the destination if you use the printer on TCP/IP network. Important • If you use the printer on TCP/IP network, make sure the printer ’ s IP address is congured correctly . • Conguring the IP Address Using the Pri[...]

  • Page 608

    Network Setting (Macintosh) 4. Enter the printer ’ s IP address in IP Address and click Add . 5. Click OK to close the IP Address Register/Edit dialog box. 6. In the Destination list, click the address you registered. 7. Close the Chooser window and click OK after the conrmation message is displayed. 594 Network Setting[...]

  • Page 609

    Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Destination (Mac OS X) Note • The following procedures are based on Mac OS X 10.4. The method of conguring the destination varies depending on the version of Mac OS X. If you use other versions, refer to the help for the Printer Setup Utility (or the Print Center ). 1. Choose Utilities (or Applicati[...]

  • Page 610

    Network Setting (Macintosh) 5. In the list of connection methods, click Canon IP(iPF) . 6. Enter the printer ’ s IP address in Printer ’ s Address and click Add . 7. Make sure the printer has been added, and then close the Printer List window . 596 Network Setting[...]

  • Page 611

    Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Destination for Bonjour Network (Macintosh) In Mac OS X 10.2.8 and later , use Bonjour functions to easily connect the printer to the network. Follow the steps below to congure the destination if you use the printer on TCP/IP network. Note • In Mac OS 9, if the computer ’ s TCP/IP settings have be[...]

  • Page 612

    Network Setting (Macintosh) 4. Select the printer from the list in the Printer Browser window and click Add . 598 Network Setting[...]

  • Page 613

    Adjusting the Printhead Maintenance Adjusting the Printhead Correcting Print Misalignment If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, adjust the Printhead alignment. Adjust the Printhead alignment automatically or manually by using a printed test pattern. For instructions on automatic adjustment, see “Adjusting the Printh[...]

  • Page 614

    Adjusting the Printhead 2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer , and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Auto Head Adj. , and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Advanced Adj. , and then press the ► button. 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Y es , and then[...]

  • Page 615

    Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Alignment Manually If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, adjust the Printhead alignment. Adjust the Printhead alignment automatically or manually by using a printed test pattern. Y ou can adjust the Printhead alignment automatically or manually . Normally , choose automa[...]

  • Page 616

    Adjusting the Printhead 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select D , and then press the ► button. 7. Press ▲ or ▼ to select D-1 , and then press the ► button. 8. Examine test pattern D-1 for printhead adjustment. After you determine the pattern with straight lines, press ▲ or ▼ to choose the pattern number , and then press the OK button. Note • [...]

  • Page 617

    Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Height If printed documents rub against the printer during printing or if the edge of paper is wrinkled from rubbing, it may help to raise the Printhead . If image edges are blurred, it may help to lower the Printhead . 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Pape[...]

  • Page 618

    Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount Automatically If printed images are af fected by banding in dif ferent colors, adjust the amount that paper is fed. There are two modes for adjusting the amount paper is fed, Standard Adj. and Advanced Adj. Advanced Adj. of fers a wider range of adjustment than Standard A[...]

  • Page 619

    Adjusting the feed amount Follow the steps below to adjust the feed amount automatically . 1. Prepare one unused sheet A4/Letter-sized or larger when Standard Adj. is selected or two when Advanced Adj. is selected. When using a roll, load a roll 10 inches (254 mm) or wider . • Loading Roll on the Roll Holder (→P .121) • Loading Rolls in the R[...]

  • Page 620

    Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount during printing If, during printing, the contrast is uneven sideways across the paper or banding in dif ferent colors appears every 40 mm (1.6 in) or so, try adjusting the feed amount as follows. However , note that because printing is paused, colors may be slightly dif ferent. 1. Press the Online[...]

  • Page 621

    Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount Manually If printed images are af fected by banding in dif ferent colors, adjust the amount that paper is fed. This topic describes how to adjust the feed amount manually . When using highly transparent media for which automatic adjustment is not supported, adjust the feed amount manually . W e re[...]

  • Page 622

    Adjusting the feed amount 2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer , and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual Band Adj , and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Y es , and then press the OK button. T est pattern A is printed for band adjustment. Note[...]

  • Page 623

    Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount during printing If, during printing, the contrast is uneven sideways across the paper or banding in dif ferent colors appears every 40 mm (1.6 in) or so, try adjusting the feed amount as follows. The results of adjustment are applied to printing in progress, enabling you to check the results immed[...]

  • Page 624

    Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the V acuum Strength When printing on heavyweight paper or paper that curls or wrinkles easily , if paper rubs against the printer or the edge is wrinkled from rubbing, adjusting the level of suction against paper on the Platen may improve results. 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ?[...]

  • Page 625

    Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Measurement Scale for Better Accuracy T o adjust the measurement scale and ensure accuracy (so that lines in CAD drawings are printed at exactly the right length, for example), specify the amount of paper stretching or shrinkage when adjusting the feed amount. Note • If printed images are af fected by bandi[...]

  • Page 626

    Adjusting the feed amount 2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer , and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Length , and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Y es , and then press the OK button. A test pattern is printed for adjustment based on the [...]

  • Page 627

    Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting Color on the T railing Edge of Sheets If printed sheets are af fected by banding in dif ferent colors toward the end of the sheet (about 20-30 mm from the edge), try adjusting the feed amount of the trailing edge of sheets. Note • If printed documents (including documents printed on rolls) are af fected by band[...]

  • Page 628

    Adjusting the feed amount 6. Examine test pattern C1 for adjustment. After you determine the pattern in which streaks are least noticeable, press the ▲ or ▼ to choose the pattern number , and then press the OK button. C2 is displayed on the Control Panel . 7. Examine test pattern C2 for adjustment. After you determine the pattern in which strea[...]

  • Page 629

    Ink T anks Ink T anks Ink T anks An Ink T ank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter “A” in a black circle on the side. When purchasing Ink T ank , make sure an “A” is printed on the label, along with the following Ink T ank part numbers. • BK Ink T ank PFI-102BK • MBK Ink T ank PFI-102MBK • C Ink T ank PFI-102[...]

  • Page 630

    Ink T anks Replacing Ink T anks Compatible Ink T ank An Ink T ank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter “A” in a black circle on the side. Request an Ink T ank with the same label when you purchase a new Ink T ank . For more information, see “Ink T anks”. (→P .615) Precautions when handling an Ink T ank T ake the [...]

  • Page 631

    Ink T anks Replacing an Ink T ank 1. Make sure no print jobs are in progress. Y ou can replace Ink T ank if the Display Screen indicates the printer is Online or Ofine , or if messages advise you to check the amount of ink left or replace the Ink T ank . If a message prompts you to replace the Ink T ank , press the OK button. Steps 2-4 are unnec[...]

  • Page 632

    Ink T anks 5. Open the Ink T ank Cover and check the Ink Lamp . The Ink Lamp ashes quickly if there is no ink left. 6. Press the tip of the Ink T ank Lock Lever of the color for replacement and lift the Ink T ank Lock Lever to open it. 618 Maintenance[...]

  • Page 633

    Ink T anks 7. Hold the empty Ink T ank by the grip to remove it, and press the OK button. Note • If there is still some ink left in the Ink T ank you removed, store the ink tank with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Put the Ink T ank in a plastic bag and seal it. • Dispose of used Ink T ank according to loc[...]

  • Page 634

    Ink T anks 9. Open the pouch and remove the Ink T ank . Note • Never touch the ink holes or metal contacts. This may cause stains, damage the Ink T ank , and af fect printing quality . • A void dropping the Ink T ank after removing it from the pouch. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. • Do not remove and shake an Ink T ank that has alr[...]

  • Page 635

    Ink T anks 1 1. Close the Ink T ank Lock Lever until it clicks. 12. Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. Note • Ink Lamp ashes when there is little ink left. 13. Close the Ink T ank Cover . The printer returns to the mode before replacement of Ink T ank . Maintenance 621[...]

  • Page 636

    Ink T anks Checking Ink T ank Levels On the Display Screen , you can check how much ink is left in the Ink T ank . The Display Screen indicates the remaining ink levels, unless a message is displayed. During messages, press the Information button to view the ink levels on the Display Screen . These levels shown on the Display Screen correspond to t[...]

  • Page 637

    Ink T anks When to Replace Ink T anks Replace or prepare to replace Ink T ank in the following situations. If a message for checking the ink is shown on the Display Screen When there is little ink left, the Message lamp is lit and Ink Level: Check is shown on the Display Screen . Y ou can continue to print, but prepare to replace the Ink T ank . ( [...]

  • Page 638

    Printheads Printheads Printhead This is a replacement Printhead for the printer . • Printhead PF-03 Note • For instructions on replacing the Printhead , see “Replacing the Printhead”. (→P .627) Checking the Print Quality If printing is faint or streaked in dif ferent colors, make sure the Printhead nozzles are clear by printing a test pat[...]

  • Page 639

    Printheads Checking for Nozzle Clogging If printing is faint or streaked in dif ferent colors, make sure the Printhead nozzles are clear by printing a test pattern to check the nozzles. Note • Y ou can specify a number of pages in the printer ’ s Noz. Check Freq. menu for automatic nozzle checking every time you nish printing that quantity .[...]

  • Page 640

    Printheads Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Printhead may help clear nozzles that are clogged. Note • Y ou can specify a number of pages in the printer ’ s Noz. Check Freq. menu for automatic nozzle checking and cleaning every time you nish printing that quantity . ( → P .50) • Y ou can start Head Cleaning A by holding down the Inform[...]

  • Page 641

    Printheads Replacing the Printhead When to replace the Printhead Replace the Printhead in the following situations. • If the printing quality does not improve even after two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printer menu • If the Display Screen indicates Open top cover and replace the printhead. • If your Canon dealer has advised you to repl[...]

  • Page 642

    Printheads Replacing the Printhead Follow the steps below to replace the Printhead . Failure to follow this procedure may cause ink leak from the Printhead , which may cause stains. Note • Prepare a new Ink T ank when ink levels are low . • Y our hands may become dirty during Printhead replacement. Use the gloves provided with the new Printhead[...]

  • Page 643

    Printheads 8. If the Printhead Fixer Cover or Printhead Fixer Lever is dirty , use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Important • Never touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). • Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage . This may damage the printer . Maintenance 629[...]

  • Page 644

    Printheads 9. Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to open it completely . 10. Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely . 1 1. Remove the used Printhead . Caution • When replacing the Printhead immediately after printing, wait a few minutes before replacing it. The metal parts of the Printhead become hot during printi[...]

  • Page 645

    Printheads 12. Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from the case. Important • When handling the Printhead , always hold it by the grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or the metal contacts (c). This may damage the Printhead and af fect printing quality . 13. While rmly holding the Printhead you have removed, use your other [...]

  • Page 646

    Printheads 14. With the nozzles facing down and the metal contacts toward the back, insert the Printhead into the Carriage . Making sure that the metal contacts do not touch the Carriage , carefully push the printhead rmly into the carriage. 15. Pull the Printhead Fixer Cover down toward the front to lock the Printhead in place. 16. Push the Pri[...]

  • Page 647

    Printheads 17. Close the T op Cover . Ink now lls the system. After about ten minutes, the Printhead alignment will be automatically adjusted, and the printer will go online. If no paper has been loaded, a message is displayed requesting you to load paper . Important • Never remove an Ink T ank while the system is lling with ink. • If Aut[...]

  • Page 648

    Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge This is a replacement Maintenance Cartridge for the printer . • Maintenance Cartridge MC-16 Note • For instructions on replacing the Maintenance Cartridge , see “Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge”. (→P .634) Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge Compatible Maintenance Cartr[...]

  • Page 649

    Maintenance Cartridge Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge 1. Make sure no print jobs are in progress. Y ou can replace the Maintenance Cartridge if the Display Screen indicates the printer is Ofine or if messages advise you to replace the Maintenance Cartridge . If a message prompts you to replace the Maintenance Cartridge , press the OK button.[...]

  • Page 650

    Maintenance Cartridge 6. Holding the Output T ray on both sides by the far end, press the button to release the lock, and then remove the tray . 7. Hold the handle (b) of the used Maintenance Cartridge and pull out the cartridge. Grasp the handles on both sides (a) and keep the cartridge level as you remove it. Important • Used Maintenance Cartri[...]

  • Page 651

    Maintenance Cartridge 8. Open the plastic bag of the new Maintenance Cartridge and remove the packaging material. Holding the handles on both sides (a), remove the cartridge. Important • Never touch the metal contacts (a). This may damage the Maintenance Cartridge . 9. Keeping the used Maintenance Cartridge level, put it in the plastic bag that w[...]

  • Page 652

    Maintenance Cartridge 10. Expel air in the plastic bag and seal the zipper . Fold the plastic bag in half. 1 1. Put the used Maintenance Cartridge and packaging material in the box for storage, just like the new Maintenance Cartridge was, keeping it level. Important • Always put the used Maintenance Cartridge back in the box and store the box on [...]

  • Page 653

    Maintenance Cartridge 13. Hold the Output T ray on both sides by the near end. Aligning the Output T ray with the guides (a), insert it into the printer until it locks in place. 14. Press the OK button. The printer returns to the mode before replacement of the Maintenance Cartridge . If a message is displayed advising you to replace the Maintenance[...]

  • Page 654

    Maintenance Cartridge Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity The Maintenance Cartridge absorbs excess ink from borderless printing, printhead cleaning, and other processes. Y ou can conrm the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge by checking the Maintenance Cartridge capacity shown on the Display Screen . Press the Infor[...]

  • Page 655

    Maintenance Cartridge When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Replace or prepare to replace the Maintenance Cartridge in the following situations. If a message for checking the Maintenance Cartridge is shown on the Display Screen When the Maintenance Cartridge capacity is low , the Message lamp is lit and Prepare for maint cart replacement. is di[...]

  • Page 656

    Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. About once a month, clean the printer exterior . 1. T urn the printer of f. ( → P .19) 2. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Caution • Always turn of f the printer and unplug the [...]

  • Page 657

    Cleaning the Printer 4. Plug the power cord into the outlet. Maintenance 643[...]

  • Page 658

    Cleaning the Printer Cleaning Inside the T op Cover Clean inside the T op Cover about once a month to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. Also clean inside the T op Cover in the following situations to ensure optimal operation. • If the printed surface or the underside of paper is dirty after printing • After you have us[...]

  • Page 659

    Cleaning the Printer 6. If paper dust has accumulated in the V acuum holes (a) on the Platen or in the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (b), use the Cleaning Brush , provided with the printer , to wipe it away . Note • If the Cleaning Brush is dirty , rinse it in water . 7. Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely , wipe inside the T [...]

  • Page 660

    Cleaning the Printer Important • Do not use a dry cloth to wipe inside the T op Cover . This may create a static charge, which may attract dust and af fect the printing quality . • Never use ammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or thinner . If these substances come into contact with electrical components inside the printer , there is a[...]

  • Page 661

    Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Paper Retainer Clean the Paper Retainer about once a month to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. Also clean the Paper Retainer in the following situations to ensure the printer of fers a comfortable working environment. • If the printed surface or the underside of paper is dirty after pri[...]

  • Page 662

    Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Pick Up Roller Cleaning the Pick Up Roller may solve feeding problems when using the Cassette . Note • The menu option Clean Roller is not displayed after you have started supplying paper from a roll or the tray . Remove the paper to access Clean Roller . • Clean Roller is not available unless plain paper is us[...]

  • Page 663

    Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Printhead may help clear nozzles that are clogged. Note • Y ou can specify a number of pages in the printer ’ s Noz. Check Freq. menu for automatic nozzle checking and cleaning every time you nish printing that quantity . ( → P .50) • Y ou can start Head Cleaning A by holding down [...]

  • Page 664

    Other Maintenance Other Maintenance Preparing to T ransfer the Printer T o protect the internal parts in transit, always follow the steps below before transferring the printer to a new location. Refer to the Quick Start Guide for details on packing the printer and installing it after transfer . Note • It is not possible to prepare the printer for[...]

  • Page 665

    Other Maintenance 6. Open the Ink T ank Cover . 7. Open the Ink T ank Lock Lever and remove every Ink T ank . Put the Ink T ank in a plastic bag and seal it. Note • Store the Ink T ank you removed with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Maintenance 651[...]

  • Page 666

    Other Maintenance 8. Close every Ink T ank Lock Lever , and close the Ink T ank Cover . At this point, ink is drawn out from inside the tubes. Important • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge during this process. When the suction is nished, T urn Power Off!! is displayed. 9. Press the Power button and turn of f the printer . Important • T[...]

  • Page 667

    Other Maintenance 12. Grasp the Belt , insert it between the Belt Stopper , and af x the Belt Stopper to the Carriage Shaft . Important • Never touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). Note • Here, the Belt Stopper is the one that was removed and stored after initial installation. Maintenance 653[...]

  • Page 668

    Other Maintenance 13. Close the T op Cover . 14. T ape down printer covers to secure them, in the reverse order of tape removal during installation. 15. Grasp the handle (a) on the front of the Cassette and pull it forward a little. Holding the Cassette on both sides with both hands, remove the cassette. 16. Holding the Output T ray on both sides b[...]

  • Page 669

    Other Maintenance Updating the Firmware Update the printer rmware to take advantage of new and improved printer functions. Conrming the rmware version 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Information , and then press ► . 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select System Info , and then press the ► button. Th[...]

  • Page 670

    Frequently Asked Questions T roubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions This section presents frequently asked questions and answers. T o 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 ty[...]

  • Page 671

    Frequently Asked Questions Question Answer How do I print without borders? Borderless printing is possible on rolls. Y ou can also specify borderless printing in the printer driver by adjusting the original size to match the paper size. Borderless printing is not supported on sheets. Þ Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size (→P .327) Þ[...]

  • Page 672

    Frequently Asked Questions Question Answer How do I use printer driver settings again in subsequent jobs? By saving settings information in a favorite, you can apply the settings again before printing anytime as needed. Þ Using Favorites (→P .449) Can I use the printer in combination with a Color imageRUNNER ? The printer can be used for automat[...]

  • Page 673

    Printing does not start Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up Cause Corrective Action The printer is not on. Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in, all the way . Press the Power button to turn the printer on. In Windows, select the printer by clicking Select Printer or Printer in the printing dialog [...]

  • Page 674

    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 correctly to the printer ’ s Ethernet port. 1. Make sure the printer is connected to the network with the correct Ethernet cable, and then turn the printer on. For instructions on connecting[...]

  • Page 675

    Cannot print over a network Conguring the Communication Mode Manually This topic gives instructions for conguring the communication mode manually . 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup , and then press ► . 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Ethernet Driver , and then press ► . 4. Press ?[...]

  • Page 676

    Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a TCP/IP network Cause Corrective Action The printer ’ s IP address is not congured correctly . Make sure the printer ’ s IP address is congured correctly . For details, see “Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility”. (→P .492) or see “Conguring the IP Add[...]

  • Page 677

    Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a NetW are network Cause Corrective Action The printer ’ s NetW are settings are not congured correctly . Make sure the printer ’ s NetW are settings are congured correctly . In particular , make sure a valid frame type is selected. For details, see “Conguring the Printer ’ s NetW are N[...]

  • Page 678

    The printer stops during a print job The printer stops during a print job An error message is shown on the Display Screen Status Corrective Action An error message is displayed during printing. Check the error message and take action as necessary . ( → P .698) The last portion of roll paper was used during a print job, and paper could not be fed [...]

  • Page 679

    Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality Printing is faint Cause Corrective Action Y ou 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. ( → P .625) Because the printer was left with[...]

  • Page 680

    Problems with the printing quality Paper rubs against the Printhead Cause Corrective Action Make sure the same paper type is specied on the printer as in the printer driver . ( → P .172) ( → P .130) ( → P .173) The paper type as specied on the printer does not match the type specied in the printer driver . ( *1 ) Make sure the same p[...]

  • Page 681

    Problems with the printing quality The edges of the paper are dirty Cause Corrective Action The Platen has become dirty after borderless printing or printing on small paper . Open the T op Cover and clean the Platen . ( → P .644) Make sure the same paper type is specied on the printer as in the printer driver . ( → P .172) ( → P .130) ( ?[...]

  • Page 682

    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) Y ou are using a paper that does not dry easily . Specify a time of about a minute in Roll DryingT ime . The back side of the paper is dirty Cause Corrective Action The Platen has become[...]

  • Page 683

    Problems with the printing quality Colors in printed images are uneven Cause Corrective Action Line Drawing/T ext is selected when printing images in many solid colors. Specify Image in the printer driver . Y ou are printing on paper that curls easily . Printed colors may appear uneven on the leading edge of paper that is susceptible to curling. In[...]

  • Page 684

    Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality caused by the type of paper For paper-specic troubleshooting tips to improve the printing quality , refer to the Paper Reference Guide . ( → P .1 12 ) Lines are misaligned Cause Corrective Action The Printhead alignment is not adjusted. Adjust the Printhead alignment. ( → [...]

  • Page 685

    Problems with the printing quality Printed colors are inaccurate Cause Corrective Action Color adjustment has not been activated in the Advanced Settings of the printer driver . In the Advanced Settings of the printer driver , access Color Settings in Color Mode to adjust colors. Refer to the computer and monitor documentation to adjust the colors.[...]

  • Page 686

    Problems with the printing quality Fine Scratches Appear on Glossy Paper from the Cassette Cause Corrective Action When glossy paper is fed from the cassette, paper dust or other debris on the guides or in the paper path that turns paper around may damage the surface of glossy paper . It may help prevent scratches from the paper path if you print g[...]

  • Page 687

    Installation problems Installation problems The IEEE 1394 Driver Cannot Be Installed Correctly In Windows, the device interface driver may not be installed correctly in some cases if you connected the IEEE 1394 cable before installing the printer driver . If so, reinstall the IEEE 1394 device interface driver and the printer driver as follows. Impo[...]

  • Page 688

    Installation problems Removing Installed Printer Drivers Follow the steps below to remove installed printer drivers and utilities. Removing printer drivers (W indows) Remove the printer driver as follows. Note • In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows V ista, you must log on with administrative rights such as “Administrator” ac[...]

  • Page 689

    Clearing jammed paper Clearing jammed 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. Note • For instructions on removing a paper jam from a roll if the scrap of paper remains in the Paper Feed Slot, see “Clearing Jammed Pa[...]

  • Page 690

    Clearing jammed paper 3. Remove the jammed paper . • If paper is jammed inside the T op Cover 1. Open the T op Cover and move the Carriage to the side. 2. Clear any jammed paper from inside the T op Cover . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . 3. Close the T op Cover . Important • Do not touch[...]

  • Page 691

    Clearing jammed paper • If paper from a roll is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot 1. Open the Roll Feed Unit Cover . 2. Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . If paper is jammed deep in the Paper Feed Slot (→P .678) , remove the Roll Feed Unit and c[...]

  • Page 692

    Clearing jammed paper If paper is jammed deep in the Paper Feed Slot , remove the Roll Feed Unit and clear the paper jam as follows. 1. T urn of f the printer and remove the Roll Feed Unit from the printer . ( → P .153) 2. Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in[...]

  • Page 693

    Clearing jammed 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 . 1. Press the Feeder Selection button to activate the Paper T ray lamp . 2. Press the Load/Eject button. A screen is displayed for paper type selection. 3. Select POP Board an[...]

  • Page 694

    Clearing jammed paper Clearing Jammed Paper from the T ray If a sheet loaded manually becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel . Remove the jammed paper as follows. 1. Press Load/Eject . 2. Remove the jammed paper . • If paper is jammed inside the T op Cover 1. Open the T op Cover and move the Carriage to the[...]

  • Page 695

    Clearing jammed paper Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). • If paper is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot of the T op Paper Feed Slot Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . If paper is jammed deep in the Paper Feed S[...]

  • Page 696

    Clearing jammed paper • If paper is jammed in the back of the printer Remove the jammed paper from the back. After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . 3. Press OK button. If paper is jammed deep in the Paper Feed Slot , remove the Roll Feed Unit and clear the paper jam as follows. 1. T urn of f the p[...]

  • Page 697

    Clearing jammed paper Clearing Jammed Paper from the Cassette If paper from the Cassette becomes jammed, the following messages are shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel . How to clear the paper jam varies depending on the message. • Cannot detect papr (→P .177) • Paper jam. (→P .179) If Cannot detect papr is displayed If paper i[...]

  • Page 698

    Clearing jammed paper If paper is jammed in the back of the printer 1. While squeezing the two levers (a) at two positions on the Back Cover , remove the Back Cover from the printer . 2. Remove the jammed paper from the back. After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . Caution • Do not touch the areas [...]

  • Page 699

    Clearing jammed paper 3. After attaching the Back Cover , push the lower part of the levers at two positions so that the levers are aligned with the marks on the Back Cover . T roubleshooting 685[...]

  • Page 700

    Clearing jammed paper If Paper jam. is displayed 1. Press Load/Eject . 2. Remove the jammed paper . • If paper is jammed inside the T op Cover 1. Open the T op Cover and move the Carriage to the side. 2. Clear any jammed paper from inside the T op Cover . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer . 3. [...]

  • Page 701

    Clearing jammed paper Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer . • If paper is jammed in the back of the printer 1. While squeezing the two levers (a) at two positions on the Back Cover , remove the cover from the printer . 2. Remove the jammed paper from the back. Aft[...]

  • Page 702

    Clearing jammed paper 3. After attaching the Back Cover , push the lower part of the levers at two positions so that the levers are aligned with the marks on the Back Cover . • If the paper is jammed by the Output T ray . 1. Remove the jammed paper from the Output T ray . After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in [...]

  • Page 703

    HP-GL/2 problems HP-GL/2 problems Lines or images are missing in the HP-GL/2 data that was printed. Cause Corrective Action The memory is full. Check the size of the data in the print job. A GL/2 command not supported by this printer was received. Check the print job and settings. W ith HP-GL/2, printing is misaligned. Cause Corrective Action The p[...]

  • Page 704

    HP-GL/2 problems Replotting with HP-GL/2 jobs is not possible. Cause Corrective Action The data was lost because of replotting. Data for replotting is lost after the following operations. In this case, send the print job again. • The memory buf fer was cleared from the Control Panel . • The printer was turned of f. • The printer has received [...]

  • Page 705

    If the Printer makes a strange sound If the Printer makes a strange sound If the Printer Makes a Strange Sound The following sounds do not indicate a problem with the printer . • There is a sound of vacuum from the Platen T o prevent paper from rising, paper is held against the Platen by suction from V acuum holes under it. • Roll paper makes a[...]

  • Page 706

    Other problems Other problems The printer consumes a lot of ink Cause Corrective Action Many full-page color images are printed. In print jobs such as photos, images are lled with color . This consumes a lot of ink. This does not indicate a problem with the printer . Head Cleaning B is used often. Head Cleaning B consumes a lot of ink. This does[...]

  • Page 707

    Other problems Depression on the leading edge is left Cause Corrective Action Keeping a roll in the printer for a long time without printing on it may leave a depression on the leading edge. When printing quality is most important, we recommend setting T rimEdge Reload to On or Automatic so that the paper edge is automatically cut before printing. [...]

  • Page 708

    Other problems Ink level detection Ink level detection will be deactivated if you load ink tanks once emptied. Ink level detection Ink T anks specied for this printer feature an ink level detection function to prevent the ink from running out during printing, which prevents printer damage. ( → P .615) This function will not work correctly if y[...]

  • Page 709

    Other problems 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Y es , and then press the OK button. A conrmation message is shown on the Display Screen . 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Y es , and then press the OK button. A conrmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen . 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Y es , and then press the [...]

  • Page 710

    Responding to Messages Error Message Responding to Messages Responding to Messages W arning messages W arning messages are shown on lines 2-4 of the Display Screen . Although warning messages do not prevent printer operation, you should check the message and take the appropriate action. ( → P .698) Error messages (if action can be taken) Error me[...]

  • Page 711

    Responding to Messages Other Messages These messages do not prevent printer operation. Check the information on the Display Screen and take action as necessary . Messages requiring special attention are as follows: Note • Messages are also displayed in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) or imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh). Error Message 6[...]

  • Page 712

    Responding to Messages Error Messages W arning messages W arning messages are shown on lines 2-4 of the Display Screen . Although warning messages do not prevent printer operation, you should check the message and take the appropriate action. • GARO Wxxxx (x represents a number) (→P .718) • GL2: Wxxxx The memory is full. (xxxx is 0501, 0903, [...]

  • Page 713

    Responding to Messages • No maintenance cartridge. (→P .716) • No Maintenance Cartridge capacity . (→P .716) • Paper Mismatch (→P .700) • Paper jam. (→P .708) • Paper loaded askew . (→P .706) • Papr Size Mismatch (→P .701) • Paper size not detected. (→P .706) • Papr T ype Mismatch (→P .700) • Cannot feed paper . (?[...]

  • Page 714

    Messages regarding paper Messages regarding paper Paper Mismatch Cause Corrective Action Y ou printed a test pattern for printer adjustment on several sheets, but sheets of dif ferent types or sizes of paper were used. When printing a test pattern, use sheets of the same type and size of paper . The paper settings for the cassette on the printer do[...]

  • Page 715

    Messages regarding paper Papr Size Mismatch Cause Corrective Action If you have selected Fit Roll Paper W idth in the printer driver settings and W arning in Detect Mismatch in the printer menu: Printing resumes after the warning message is displayed. However , note that this error may cause paper jams and af fect the printing quality . T ry printi[...]

  • Page 716

    Messages regarding paper Insufcient paper for job Cause Corrective Action Follow the steps below to replace the roll. 1. Remove the roll. ( → P .128) ( → P .123) 2. Load a roll with enough paper left. ( → P .121) ( → P .124) 3. If no barcode was printed on the roll, specify the paper type. ( → P .130) 4. Specify the paper length, unles[...]

  • Page 717

    Messages regarding paper Roll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded. Cause Corrective Action Press the OK button and remove the sheet. ( → P .176) Load a roll and try printing again. ( → P .82) A print job for rolls was received when a sheet is loaded. Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to cancel printing. Roll printing is sel[...]

  • Page 718

    Messages regarding paper Manual printing is selected, but a roll is loaded. Cause Corrective Action Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to cancel printing. Load paper of the type and size you have specied in the printer driver . ( → P .89) A print job for manually printing on sheets was sent when a roll is loaded. Hold down the Stop[...]

  • Page 719

    Messages regarding paper Borderless printng not possible. Check roll width and spacers. Cause Corrective Action Insert the paper and Spacer for Borderless Printing rmly all the way into the printer . When using A1 or A2 rolls, attach the Spacer for Borderless Printing before loading the roll. ( → P .150) The paper is loaded askew . When using [...]

  • Page 720

    Messages regarding paper Paper loaded askew . Cause Corrective Action Follow these steps to reload a roll. 1. Press the Load/Eject button and remove the crooked paper . 2. Press the Load/Eject button and reload the roll. ( → P .124) Paper has been loaded askew . Follow these step to reload a sheet. 1. Press the Load/Eject button and remove the cr[...]

  • Page 721

    Messages regarding paper Cannot detect papr Cause Corrective Action The paper has come out of the printer . Remove the paper that has come out of the printer , press the Load/Eject button, and reload the paper . ( → P .82) ( → P .89) A paper jam occurred in the printer . Remove the jammed paper , press the Load/Eject button, and reload paper . [...]

  • Page 722

    Messages regarding paper Paper jam. Cause Corrective Action A paper jam occurred in the printer during printing. Press the Load/Eject button and remove the jammed paper . ( → P .144) ( → P .182) Y ou have loaded and printed on a roll when sheets are selected as the paper source on the Control Panel . Press the Load/Eject button, remove the roll[...]

  • Page 723

    Messages regarding paper The roll is empty . Cause Corrective Action There is no more paper left on the roll. Follow the steps below to replace the used roll with a new roll of the same type and size. 1. Remove the roll. ( → P .128) ( → P .123) 2. Load the new roll. ( → P .124) 3. If no barcode was printed on the roll, specify the paper type.[...]

  • Page 724

    Messages regarding ink Messages regarding ink Ink Level: Check Cause Corrective Action Not much ink is left. Prepare a new Ink T ank . W e recommend replacing the Ink T ank with a new Ink T ank at this point if you plan to print large-format or high-quantity jobs. No ink tank loaded. Cause Corrective Action There is no Ink T ank of the indicated co[...]

  • Page 725

    Messages regarding ink Ink insufcient. Cause Corrective Action The ink level is low , so you cannot clean the Printhead . Press the OK button and replace the Ink T ank that is low with a new Ink T ank . ( → P .616) The ink level is low , so there may not be enough ink to nish printing. Press the OK button and replace the Ink T ank that is l[...]

  • Page 726

    Messages regarding ink Ink tank is empty . Cause Corrective Action There is no ink left. Open the Ink T ank Cover and replace the Ink T ank for which the Ink Lamp is ashing. ( → P .616) Ink tank error . Cause Corrective Action The Ink T ank in the printer is incompatible. Load an Ink T ank specied for use with the printer . ( → P .616) Re[...]

  • Page 727

    Messages regarding printing or adjusment Messages regarding printing or adjusment Use another paper . Cause Corrective Action For automatic Printhead adjustment, we recommend using a type of paper that you often use, other than lm. ( → P .599) The Printhead and feed amount cannot be adjusted when highly transparent lm is loaded. Adjust the [...]

  • Page 728

    Messages regarding printheads Messages regarding printheads Cannot adjust printhead. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Follow the steps below to check the nozzles. 1. Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. ( → P .625) 2. Clean the Printhead if the nozzles are clogged. ( → P .626) Highly transparent lm is loaded t[...]

  • Page 729

    Messages regarding printheads Problem with Printhead Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are becoming clogged. If printing is faint, clean the Printhead . ( → P .626) Printhead error Cause Corrective Action An incompatible Printhead has been installed. Install a Printhead specied for use with the printer . ( → P .627) Open the T op[...]

  • Page 730

    Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge No maintenance cartridge. Cause Corrective Action The Maintenance Cartridge is not installed. Install the Maintenance Cartridge . ( → P .634) Prepare for maint cart replacement. Cause Corrective Action The Maintenance Cartridge is almost full. Y ou can conti[...]

  • Page 731

    Messages regarding HP-GL/2 Messages regarding HP-GL/2 This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2. Cause Corrective Action Replace the paper with a type compatible with HP-GL/2. For details on paper compatible with HP-GL/2, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . ( → P .1 12) The printer has received a HP-GL/2 print job that cannot be printed [...]

  • Page 732

    Other Messages Other Messages GARO Wxxxx (x represents a number) Cause Corrective Action T ry printing again, using the correct printer driver . There is a problem with the print job. It is also possible to continue printing in this state. However , you may not be able to obtain the desired printing results. T op cover is open. Cause Corrective Act[...]

  • Page 733

    Other Messages Parts replacement time has passed. Cause Corrective Action It is past the recommended time to replace consumables for which service is required. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Multi-sensor error Cause Corrective Action Direct sunlight or strong lighting may be shining on the printer and causing the sensor to malfunction. T[...]

  • Page 734

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  • Page 735

    Index Index 721 Index A A message to check the Maintenance Cartridge is not cleared after you replace the Maintenance Cartridge ................................................................. 692 About This User Manual ............................................. 1 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS 9) ............[...]

  • Page 736

    Index 722 Index Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel ......... 103 Canceling Print Jobs from Windows ....................... 105 Cannot adjust band. ....................................... 713, 714 Cannot adjust printhead. ................................ 713, 714 Cannot connect the printer to the network ............. 660 Cannot cut paper .[...]

  • Page 737

    Index Index 723 Conguring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings .................................................................. 564 Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9) .................... 535 Checking a preview of the settings ................... 535 Checking a print preview .................................. 536 Conrming Print Set[...]

  • Page 738

    Index 724 Index Print Priority ...................................................... 203 Print Quality ...................................................... 204 GL2: W0502 The parameter is out of range. .......... 717 GL2: W0504 This command is not supported. ....... 717 GL2: Wxxxx The memory is full. (xxxx is 0501, 0903, or 0904) ...............[...]

  • Page 739

    Index Index 725 Main Sheet (Windows) ........................................... 475 Conguration using Advanced Settings ............ 477 Conguration using Easy Settings ................... 475 Maintenance ........................................................... 599 Maintenance Cartridge ........................................... 634 Main[...]

  • Page 740

    Index 726 Index Print quality and color settings ............................... 202 Printed colors are inaccurate .................................. 671 Printed Colors in Line Drawings are Inaccurate During HP-GL/2 Printing ......................................... 690 Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9) ......................... 534 Printer Driver[...]

  • Page 741

    Index Index 727 Printing Ofce Documents (Windows) .................... 258 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes .................. 361 Registering non-standard paper size in the printer driver ..................................................... 361 Specifying custom media sizes for temporary use ................................................[...]

  • Page 742

    Index 728 Index Replacing Ink T anks ............................................... 616 Compatible Ink T ank ......................................... 616 Precautions when handling an Ink T ank ........... 616 Replacing an Ink T ank ...................................... 617 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge .................... 634 Compatible M[...]

  • Page 743

    Index Index 729 Specifying the Ink Drying T ime for Rolls ................. 141 Mac OS 9 ......................................................... 143 Mac OS X ......................................................... 142 Windows ........................................................... 141 Specifying the Paper Length (Roll) .....................[...]

  • Page 744

    Index 730 Index V V ents ........................................................................ 18 View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Mac OS 9) ............................................................. 559 View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Mac OS X) .....................................................[...]

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