Canon BJC-S520, S520 - S 520 Color Inkjet Printer, S520 User Manual
User’s Guide
BUBBLE JET PRINTER
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction .....................................................................................................4
How to Use This Manual ................................................................................5
Safety Precautions .........................................................................................7
Printer Parts and Their Functions .................................................................12
Front View ...................................................................................................13
Rear View ....................................................................................................14
Inside the Printer .........................................................................................15
Operation Panel ..........................................................................................16
Printer Driver Functions (Windows) .............................................................17
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box ..................................................18
Printer Properties Dialog Box Description ...................................................20
BJ Status Monitor Functions ........................................................................34
Canceling a Print Job ..................................................................................37
Uninstalling Printer Drivers ..........................................................................38
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) ............................................................39
Description of Print Settings ........................................................................40
BJ Print Monitor ...........................................................................................56
Canceling a Print Job ..................................................................................58
Using the Printer with a Network .................................................................59
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Uninstalling Printer Drivers ..........................................................................63
Routine Maintenance ....................................................................................64
When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Printhead ....................................65
Replacing an Ink Tank .................................................................................66
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern ...............................................................71
Printhead Cleaning ......................................................................................75
Printhead Deep Cleaning ............................................................................78
Cleaning the Printer .....................................................................................80
Transporting the Printer ...............................................................................82
Printing Media ...............................................................................................86
Compatible Media Types .............................................................................87
Envelopes ....................................................................................................89
High Resolution Paper HR-101N .................................................................93
Glossy Photo Paper GP-301/GP-301N .......................................................95
High Gloss Photo Film HG-201 ...................................................................97
Glossy Photo Cards FM-101 .......................................................................99
Photo Paper Pro PR-101 ...........................................................................101
Photo Paper Pro PC-101S ........................................................................104
Transparencies CF-102 .............................................................................106
T-Shirt Transfers TR-201 ...........................................................................108
Banner Paper ............................................................................................110
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................113
Cannot Install the Printer Driver ................................................................114
Print Quality is Poor or Contains Errors .....................................................116
Printer Does Not Start or Stops During Print Jobs ....................................134
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Paper Does Not Feed Properly or Paper Jams .........................................140
The POWER Lamp Flashes Orange .........................................................143
An Error Message is Displayed on the Screen ..........................................146
Problems Unique to Windows ...................................................................157
Problems Unique to the Macintosh ...........................................................162
Appendix .....................................................................................................165
For Faster Printing ....................................................................................166
Specifications .............................................................................................169
Index ...........................................................................................................181
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Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Canon S520 Bubble Jet Printer. This User’s Guide provides
complete explanations of the features and functions of the printer.
This guide uses the following symbols to indicate important information. Always observe
these instructions.
Warning
➤ Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury
caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
These must be observed for safe operation.
Caution
➤ Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material
damage caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
These must be observed for safe operation.
Important
➤ Prohibited actions that, inadvertently performed, could result in equipment
damage, faults or impaired product quality.
These must be avoided for correct operation.
Information for Windows users only.
Information for Macintosh (USB users only).
Windows
Macintosh
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How to Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual
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How to Use This Manual
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Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
Please read the safety warnings and cautions provided in this manual to ensure that you
use the printer safely. Do not attempt to use the printer in any way not described in this
manual.
Warning
➤ You may cause an electric shock/fire or damage the printer if you ignore
any of these safety precautions.
■ Choosing a location
Do not place the printer close to flammable solvents such as alcohol or thinners.
■ Power supply
Never attempt to plug in or unplug the printer from the power supply when your hands
are wet.
Always push the plug all the way into the power outlet.
Never damage, modify, stretch or excessively bend or twist the
power cord. Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.
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Safety Precautions
Never plug the printer into a power socket that is shared with other
equipment (extension lead, double adapter, etc.).
Never use the printer if the power cord is bundled or knotted.
If you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the printer, immediately
unplug the printer at the power supply and call for service.
Periodically, unplug the printer and use a dry cloth to wipe off any
dust or dirt that has collected on the plug and the power outlet. If the
printer is placed at a location exposed to a lot of dust, smoke or high
humidity, it may absorb moisture and cause insulation f ailure and fire.
■ Cleaning the printer
Use a damp cloth to clean the printer. Ne v er use flammable solvents
such as alcohol, benzene or thinners.
If flammable solv ents come in contact with electrical compon ents inside the printer ,
it could cause a fire or electric shock.
Always unplug the printer from the power outlet before cleaning the printer.
If you accidentally switch the printer on while cleaning it, you could injure yourself or damage the printer.
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Safety Precautions
■ Maintaining the printer
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the printer . There are no user-serviceable parts
inside the printer.
The printer contains high-voltage componen ts. Ne ver attempt an y maintenance procedure no t described in
this guide.
■ Working around the printer
Do not use flammable sprays near the printer.
This could cause a fire or electric shock if the spray comes into contact with electrical components inside
the printer.
Never put your hands or fingers in the printer while it is printing.
Do not place metal objects (paper clips, staples, etc.) or containers of flammabl e
solvents (alcohol, thinners, etc.) on top of the printer.
If any foreign object (metal or liquid) falls into the printer, unplug the power cord and call
for service.
Caution
➤ You may cause injury or damage the printer if you ignore any of these
safety precautions.
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Safety Precautions
■ Choosing a location
Do not install the printer in a location that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration.
Do not install the printer in a location that is very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight,
outdoors, or close to a heating source.
To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock, install the printer in a location with an ambient temperat ure r ange
of 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) and humidity of 10% to 90% (condensation free).
Do not place the printer on a thick rug or carpet.
Ensure that the area around the power outlet is kept clear at all times
so you can easily unplug the power cord if necessary.
When moving the printer, hold it at both ends.
■ Power supply
Never remove the plug by pulling on the cord.
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Safety Precautions
Do not use an extension cord.
If you do not intend to use the printer for a long period of time, unplug
it after turning it off.
Never use a power supply voltage other than that supplied in the
country of purchase.
The correct power supply voltages and frequencies are as follows:
USA/Canada: AC 120V, 60Hz
Europe: AC 230V
±
10%, 50Hz
Australia: AC 240V, 50Hz
■ Printheads and ink tanks
For safety reasons, store printheads and ink tanks out of the reach of small children.
If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately.
Do not shake printheads or ink tanks.
Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area.
Never touch the electrical contacts on a printhead after printing.
The metal parts may be very hot and could cause burns.
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Printer Parts and Their Functions
Printer Parts and Their Functions
• Front View
• Rear View
• Inside the Printer
• Operation Panel
Front View
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Printer Parts and Their Functions
Front View
Paper guide
When loading paper,
ensure that the left edge
touches this guide.
To move the paper guide,
pinch the guide and slide in
the appropriate direction.
Paper rest
Sheet feeder
Load paper here.
Paper feeds
automatically, one
sheet at a time.
Front cover
Open to replace the
ink tanks or remove
jammed paper.
Paper output tray
Operation panel
For details, refer to
"Operation Panel."
Rear View
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Printer Parts and Their Functions
Rear View
USB port
Connects the printer to a
computer through a USB port.
Printer port (parallel)
Connects the printer to a
computer through a parallel port.
Inside the Printer
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Printer Parts and Their Functions
Inside the Printer
Printhead holder
Install the printhead here.
Printhead lock lever
Locks the printhead into the holder.
Once the printhead is installed, do not touch this lever.
Paper thickness lever
Adjusts the gap between the printhead and the surface of the printing paper.
Operation Panel
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Printer Parts and Their Functions
Operation Panel
PO WER lamp
Off: The printer is turned off.
Green: The printer is ready to print.
Flashing green: The printer is preparing to print, or is currently printing.
Flashing orange: An error has occurred and the printer is not ready to print.
Flashing orange and green alternately: an error has occurred that may require you to
contact a Customer Care Representative.
POWER button
Press to turn the printer
on or off. The printer will
initialize, then be ready
for printing.
RESUME/CANCEL button
Press to resume printing once an error has
been cleared. To cancel printing in
progress, press this button.
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Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
• Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box
• Printer Properties Dialog Box Description
• BJ Status Monitor Functions
• Canceling a Print Job
• Uninstalling Printer Drivers
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box
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Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box
The Printer Properties dialog box can be opened from either within an application, or
directly from the Windows Start menu.
■ Opening the Printer Properties dialog box from your application program
This method is generally used to specify printer settings just before printing. The
operations may vary slightly depending upon y our application program. This section
describes only the general procedure for opening the Printer Properties dialog box.
1
In your application, select the command to print a document.
The Print dialog bo x can usually be opened b y selecting Print from the File
menu.
2
Ensure that Canon S520 is selected in the Name field, then click the
Properties button.
The Printer Properties dialog box opens.
Note
➤ Depending upon your application program, the command and menu names
may differ, and there may be more steps involved in opening the Printer
Properties dialog box. For further details, see the user's manual for your
application.
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box
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Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
■ Opening the Printer Properties dialog box directly from the Start menu
This method is used for maintenance operations such as printhead cleaning, or to
specify printer settings common to all application programs.
When the Printer Properties dialog box is opened from the Start men u , additional tabs
appear, including the Details tab. These do not appear when the Printer Properties
dialog box is opened from within an application.
For further information about these additional tabs, refer to your Windows
documentation.
1
Click the Start button, then click Settings, then Printers.
For Windo ws XP, click Start, then click Control Panel, Printers and Other
Hardware, then Printers and F axes.
2
Click the Canon S520 icon.
3
Open the File menu and click:
• Windows Me/Windows 98/Windows 95 ➔ Properties
• Windows NT 4.0 ➔ Document Defaults
• Windows XP/Windows 2000 ➔ Printing Preferences
The Printer Properties dialog box opens.
Printer Properties Dialog Box Description
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Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
Printer Properties Dialog Box Description
Note
➤ The screens in this section refer to Windows Me/Windows 98/Windows 95
operation. The equivalent screens for Windows XP, Windows 2000 and
Windows NT 4.0 may look slightly different.
• Main Tab
• Page Setup Tab
• Stamp/Background
Tab (Not Available in
Windows NT 4.0)
• Effects Tab
• Profiles Tab
• Maintenance Tab
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Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
Main Tab
(1) Media Type
Ensure that this setting matches the type of media loaded in the printer.
(2) Print Quality
Select the print quality you require from among the different options . To select custom
Print Quality, select Custom, then click the Set button.
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Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
(3) Color Adjustment
Select the method of color adjustment. To make detailed color adjustments, select
Manual, then click the Set button.
(4) Grayscale Printing
Select to print a grayscale v ersion of a color document.
(5) Print Advisor
Click to start the Print Advisor.
The Print Advisor simplifies configuration of the printer driver. By having the user
answer a series of questions, the Print Advisor automatically configures the printer
driver settings.
(6) Preview Area
Before printing, verify that settings such as the lever position are correct.
Note
➤ To see a description of any item in the Printer Properties dialog box, click
the mark, then click the desired item. To see a description of operating
procedures, click the Help button. If the button does not appear when using
Windows XP, Windows 2000 or Windows NT 4.0, click the Start button,
then select Programs, then Canon S520, then Guide.
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Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
Page Setup Tab
(1) Page Size
Ensure that the correct paper size is selected.
(2) Orientation
Select landscape or portrait printing and ensure that it is the same orientation used in
the application.
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(3) Printing Type
Select the printing method from among the following.
Normal-size Printing The document is printed according to the original
dimensions. This setting is usually selected by default.
Fit-to-Page Printing The document is automatically resized to fit the paper size.
When using this function, ensure that you correctly specify
the Page Size and the Printer Paper Size.
Scaled Printing The document is resized when printed. When this is
selected, you can specify the Printer Paper Size and
Scaling.
Page Layout Printing Pages are reduced and printed so that 2 to 16 document
pages fit on each printed page.
Booklet Printing The multi-page document is printed so that two pages of the
document fit on each printed page. The print order is set
automatically. After the document is printed, you can create
a booklet by folding and saddle-stitching the document.
Poster Printing This enlarges and splits the print image across several
sheets of paper. The printed sheets can then be assembled
to make a large poster. (Not available in Windows NT 4.0)
Banner Printing Select this when printing on banner paper.
(4) Borderless Printing
The image is printed on the entire paper surface so that no margins are left on the four
sides of the paper. The media types available for Borderless Printing are PR-101 and
GP-301/GP-301N. For all other media types, the print quality may decrease.
(5) Amount of Extension
When you select Borderless Printing, the sections that extend beyond the paper are
not printed because the image is enlarged to a size slightly larger than the paper size.
Printer Properties Dialog Box Description
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You can use the slider to adjust how much the image extends beyond the paper. It is
recommended that you normally set the slider to the right end. If you move the slider
to the left to reduce the extension amount, a border may appear.
(6) Duplex Printing
The document is printed on both sides of the paper. After printing one side, turn the
ejected page over and print on the other side.
(7) Reverse Order
Prints the document starting with the last page.
(8) Collate
Select to print multiple copies of the document one copy at a time.
(9) Preview Area
Verify the overall layout, stamps, background and other settings to be applied to the
print job.
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Stamp/Background Tab (Not Available in Windows NT
4.0)
(1) Stamp
Select the check box, then choose a stamp.
(2) Place stamp over text
When Stamp is checked, this option is active. When selected, the stamp is printed
over the print data.
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(3) Stamp first page only
Prints the stamp only on the first page.
(4) Define Stamp
This lets you create new stamps, or modify details of a selected stamp.
(5) Background
Select the check box, then choose t he background image you wish to use.
(6) Background first page only
Prints the background image only on the first page.
(7) Select Background
Click to select a new bac kground, or to display details of the background you have
selected.
(8) Preview Area
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Effects Tab
(1) Simulate Illustration
This function lets you apply graphic effects to a color image without affecting the
original document. Select the check box, then adjust the brightness of the image with
the Contrast slider.
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(2) Monochrome Effects
Prints a color image in a single color. Select the chec k box, then choose a color or use
a custom color using Select Color.
(3) Vivid Photo
By using this function, you can reproduce breathtaking sceneries in which colors,
especially blues and greens, appear even more vibrant. A major feature of this
function is its ability to create vivid backgrounds for fields, trees, oceans, and sky,
while maintaining the natural skin tones of people who appear in the images.
(4) Image Optimizer
Improves the contours and jaggedness that occur when photographic or graphic
image data is enlarged within an application.
(5) Photo Optimizer PRO
Optimizes the color for images taken from a digital camera or scanner. It is especially
effective for images affected by color imbalance and over or under exposure.
When printing several images on one page, optimization is usually applied to each
image according to its requirements. However, if the image data has been
manipulated using cut and paste, rotation or other such operations, group optimization
of all images on the page is recommended. In such cases, select the Apply
Throughout Page check box.
(6) Preview Area
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