Canon F20 User Manual

Basic Guide

II Preface

Copyright © 2002 by Canon Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual, or otherwise,without the prior written permission of Canon Inc.

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Canon and BJ are registered trademarks.BCI, MultiPASS, and ScanGear are trademarks of Canon Inc.

All other product and brand names are registered trademarks, trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.

As an ENERGY STAR

Partner,Canon Inc. has determined that this

product meets the ENERGY STAR®guidelines for energy efficiency.

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 How to use the documentation provided

NOTE

• In addition to the above documentation, you can also refer to the online help in the MultiPASS Suite software for online information about a window or dialog box, and for step by step instructions on performing MultiPASS Suite tasks.To access the online help,select or click [Help] in the software.

Viewing documentation provided in the CD-ROM

To view the Software Guide on your computer,you will need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed. If you do not have this software installed,follow this procedure:

1 Insert the MultiPASS Suite CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. 2

When the main menu appears, click [INSTALL ADOBE ACROBAT READER].

3 Follow the on-screen instructions.

START HERE

After following instructions in the Setup Sheet, read this guide for instructions on all functions of your machine.

Be sure to read this sheet first!

This sheet includes instructions for setting up your machine and getting it ready for use. Follow all steps in this sheet before using your machine.

This guide, included as a PDF file in the MultiPASS Suite software CD-ROM, includes comprehensive instructions on using the MultiPASS Suite software. Refer to this guide for full instructions on printing and scanning from your computer.

Basic Guide (This guide)

Software Guide

Setup Sheet

Printed sheet

Printed manual

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 Type conventions

Please read the list below of symbols, terms, and abbreviations used in this guide.

WARNING Indicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to death or

injury to persons if not performed correctly. In order to use the machine safely,always pay attention to these warnings.

CAUTION

Indicates a caution concerning operations that may lead to injury to persons or damage to property if not performed correctly. In order to use the machine safely,always pay attention to these cautions.

IMPORTANT

Indicates operational warnings and restrictions. Be certain to read these items to operate the machine correctly, and to avoid damage to the machine.

NOTE Indicates notes for operation or additional explanations. Reading these is

highly recommended.

( p. n-nn) Indicates a page number where additional information can be found.

 Setup Sheet Refer to the Setup Sheet for more details.

 Software Refer to the MultiPASS Suite Software User’s Guide (included in the

Guide CD-ROM) for more details.

machine or printer General term used to represent the MultiPASS F20.

default A setting that remains in effect unless you change it.

document The original sheet(s) of paper you copy or scan with the machine.

menu A list of settings from which you select an item to set up or change. A

menu has a title which appears in the LCD.

[key name] Text enclosed in these brackets indicate a key name or item on the

computer you have to click, double-click, or point to.

<message> Text enclosed in these brackets indicate an LCD message or a message

on the computer.

click, double-click Term used to select or choose a command or option on your computer,

generally with a mouse.

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 Contents

1: Introduction

What your machine can do ....................................1-1

Main components of the machine.......................1-2

Operation panel of the machine ......................1-3

2: Document handling

Document requirements..........................................2-1

Loading documents...................................................2-1

3: Print media handling

Recommended print media and

requirements..................................................3-1

General print media guidelines ........................3-5

Setting the paper thickness lever.........................3-6

Setting the print media size and type.................3-7

Loading print media ..................................................3-8

Loading paper .........................................................3-8

Loading envelopes.................................................3-8

Loading banner paper .......................................3-10

4: The MultiPASS Suite software—

Basic operation

Installing the software ..............................................4-1

System requirements.................................................4-1

Software components of the MultiPASS Suite...4-2

My MultiPASS................................................................4-3

Opening My MultiPASS ........................................4-3

MultiPASS Viewer ........................................................4-4

Opening a document in the Viewer................4-4

MultiPASS Status Monitor........................................4-5

Opening the Status Monitor ..............................4-5

MultiPASS Toolbar.......................................................4-5

Opening the Toolbar.............................................4-5

More information........................................................4-5

5: Printing from your computer—

Basic operation

Before printing.............................................................5-1

Printing ...........................................................................5-1

Canceling printing......................................................5-2

Changing print settings............................................5-2

Changing print settings with the

Print Advisor...................................................5-2

Changing print settings manually ...................5-3

More information........................................................5-3

6: Copying

Documents you can copy........................................6-1

Making copies ..............................................................6-1

Improving copied images........................................6-2

Setting color or black & white copying..........6-2

Adjusting the image quality (resolution) ......6-2

Adjusting the exposure (density).....................6-2

Reducing or enlarging a copy................................6-3

Using preset copy ratios......................................6-3

Using custom copy ratios....................................6-3

Copying an image to fit the page ....................6-4

Advanced copy features...........................................6-5

Copying two pages on a single page .............6-5

Borderless copying ................................................6-6

Repeating an image on a page.........................6-7

Creating a mirror image.......................................6-9

Shrinking an image to fit the page ...............6-10

7: Scanning—Basic operation

Before scanning...........................................................7-1

Scanning methods .....................................................7-1

Scanning with the MultiPASS Toolbar ............7-1

Customizing Toolbar buttons........................7-2

Scanning from within an application .............7-3

Using the [Scan] key

on the operation panel ..............................7-4

More information........................................................7-4

8: Photo printing from a memory

card

Compatible memory cards......................................8-1

Recommended print media....................................8-1

Inserting/removing a memory card.....................8-2

Inserting a memory card .....................................8-2

Removing a memory card...................................8-2

Printing methods ........................................................8-3

Printing an index ....................................................8-4

Printing all frames ..................................................8-5

Printing a single frame .........................................8-7

Printing a range of frames ..................................8-9

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)

printing ..........................................................8-11

Setting vivid photo printing.................................8-13

Setting date printing...............................................8-14

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11: Machine settings

Accessing the machine settings .........................11-1

Settings ........................................................................11-2

Menu: ENLARGE/REDUCE .................................11-2

Menu: PAPER SELECT .........................................11-2

Menu: DENSITY ....................................................11-2

Menu: IMAGE QUALITY .....................................11-2

Menu: SPECIAL COPY..........................................11-2

Menu: INK VOLUME ............................................11-2

Menu: MAINTENANCE ........................................11-3

Menu: USER DATA ................................................11-3

Menu: PHOTO PRINT MODE .............................11-4

Appendix: Specifications

General specifications...............................................A-1

System requirements................................................A-4

Ink specifications ........................................................A-4

Print specifications.....................................................A-4

Copy specifications ....................................................A-5

Scan specifications.....................................................A-5

Photo print specifications .......................................A-5

Index ......................................................................................I-1

9: Maintenance

Replacing ink tanks ....................................................9-1

Low ink warning .....................................................9-1

When to replace an ink tank ..............................9-1

Guidelines .................................................................9-1

Replacing an ink tank ...........................................9-2

Resetting the ink counter....................................9-4

Checking the ink level ..........................................9-4

Maintaining the printhead ......................................9-5

Flowchart of printhead maintenance.............9-5

Printing the nozzle check pattern....................9-6

Cleaning the printhead........................................9-6

Aligning the printhead.........................................9-7

Aligning the printhead from the

operation panel.............................................9-7

Aligning the printhead from the

MultiPASS Suite .............................................9-7

Cleaning your machine.............................................9-9

Cleaning the exterior ............................................9-9

Cleaning the scanning area................................9-9

Cleaning the roller .................................................9-9

10: Troubleshooting

Problems installing and removing

software.........................................................10-1

Problems turning on the computer

(when the MultiPASS Suite opens) ......10-2

Problems printing from your computer ..........10-3

Copying problems....................................................10-5

Problems scanning to a computer.....................10-6

Problems using a memory card ..........................10-8

If nothing displays in the LCD (if there is

no power)...................................................10-10

Removing jammed paper...................................10-11

Removing jams in the paper output

tray ................................................................10-11

Removing jams from the machine’s

interior .........................................................10-11

If there are repeated paper jams.................10-12

If the nozzle check pattern does not

print properly............................................10-12

Interpreting the messages .................................10-12

LCD messages.....................................................10-13

MultiPASS Status Monitor messages..........10-16

If you cannot solve the problem......................10-16

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 Safety information

Read this safety information thoroughly before using your machine and keep it handy in case you need to refer to it later.

WARNING

•This product emits low level magnetic flux. If you use a cardiac pacemaker and feel abnormalities, please move away from this product and consult your doctor.

CAUTION

•Do not disassemble or modify.There are high-temperature and high-voltage components inside the machine which may result in fire or electrical shock.

•Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the machine.

Location

WARNING

•Do not place the machine near alcohol, paint thinner,or other flammable substances. If flammable substances come into contact with electrical parts inside the machine, it may result in fire or electrical shock.

CAUTION

•Do not place the machine on top of a carpet or rug which has long pile.The threads may get inside the machine and cause a fire.

•Do not block or cover the ventilation port or any openings on the machine with objects as this may result in fire.

•Place the machine on a flat, stable, vibration-free surface that is strong enough to support its weight. (For the weight of the machine,see the Appendix.)

•Do not place objects around the power plug so that you are able to readily disconnect the power plug from the wall socket at any time.Otherwise you will be unable to disconnect the power plug in case of an emergency.

•Make sure the area is free from dust.

•Make sure the location is not affected by extreme

temperature changes and always stays between 59° and 81.5°F (15° and 27.5°C).

•Make sure the relative humidity of the area is between

20% and 80%.

• Keep the machine away from direct sunlight.

•Do not use or store the machine outdoors.

•Do not install the machine near devices that contain

magnets or generate magnetic fields, such as speakers.

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•To ensure proper ventilation, make sure the machine is

approximately 4 inches (10 cm) away from walls and other equipment.

Power supply

WARNING

•Do not damage or modify the power cord and power plug. Also do not place heavy objects on the power cord, pull on it, or extensively bend it.These actions may cause electrical damage and result in fire or electrical shock.

•Do not insert or unplug the power plug with wet hands as this may result in electrical shock.

•Do not overload the wall outlet with too many electrical appliances as this may result in fire or electrical shock.

•Plug the machine into a standard 120 V AC,60 Hz, twoprong grounded outlet. Operate the machine only from the type of power source indicated on the machine’s label or a fire, electrical shock, or malfunction may occur. If you are unsure of the type of power available, consult your local power company.

•Do not allow the power cord to be near objects that emit heat.The outer cover of the power cord may melt resulting in fire or electrical shock.

•Make sure the power cord is fully extended and has no knots in it when electricity is running through it. Knots etc. in the cord may result in fire or electrical shock.

•Fully insert the power plug securely into the electrical outlet. If the prongs of the power plug come into contact with metallic objects etc., it may result in fire or electrical shock.

•Do not use an extension cord as this may result in fire or electrical shock.

•Turn off the power and disconnect the power cord if the machine will not be used for a long period such as during holidays.

IMPORTANT

•If dust accumulates around the power cord’s plug when it is connected to a power outlet, unplug the machine and wipe the plug with a clean, dry cloth.

•Whenever you turn off the power and unplug the machine, wait at least five seconds before you plug it in again.

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•Use only the power cord that came with the machine.

•Turn off the power and unplug the machine in the following conditions:

–When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. –If liquid has spilled into the machine. –If the machine has been exposed to rain or water. –If the machine does not operate normally when you have followed the instructions in the guides

included with your machine. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instructions in the guides since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require

extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. –If the machine has been dropped or damaged. –If the machine exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for servicing.

Handling

WARNING

•Do not drop paper clips, staples, or other metal objects inside the machine. Also do not spill water, liquid, or flammable substances inside the machine. If these items come into contact with high-voltage parts inside the machine, it may result in fire or electrical shock. If these items are dropped or spilled in the machine, turn off the power and unplug the power cord immediately with dry hands.Then contact the Canon Customer Care Center.

•Do not use any highly flammable sprays near the machine. If gas from a spray comes into contact with the electrical components inside the machine, it will result in fire.

•There are high-voltage components inside the machine. If you are looking inside the machine to remove paper jams etc., do not allow metallic objects such as jewelry to come into contact with the inside of the machine. Contact may result in burns or electrical shock.

CAUTION

•Close the document cover gently to avoid catching your hand. Failing to do so may result in personal injury.

•Do not press down hard on the the document cover when using the platen glass to scan thick books.This may damage the platen glass and document cover, and/or result in personal injury.

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•Do not place the following objects on top of the machine. If such objects come into contact with internal electrical components, the machine may short-circuit resulting in fire or electrical shock. –Metallic objects such as jewelry and watches –Containers of water or other liquids such as glasses, vases, or pot plants If water etc. does spill inside the machine, turn off the power immediately, disconnect the power cord and contact the Canon Customer Care Center.

•Do not touch the high-voltage electrical parts as this may result in electrical shock.

•Do not place heavy objects on top of the machine as these may topple over and result in injury.

•Do not insert your hands into the machine while it is printing as parts inside the machine are moving and this may result in injury.

•After printing,do not touch the electrical contacts of the printhead. They will be hot and may result in burns or electrical shock.

•Do not subject the machine to strong physical shock or vibration.

•Before moving the machine, turn off the power and unplug the machine.

•Do not lift the machine by any of its attachments.Close the multi-purpose tray and paper output tray, and lift the machine by the recessed areas on its sides as shown.

•A distinct change in performance may indicate a need for servicing.

Maintenance

WARNING

•Do not service the machine yourself except as specifically described in this guide.If further servicing is required, contact the Canon Customer Care Center.

• Keep the machine clean. Dust accumulation may prevent the machine from operating properly.

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 Legal limitation on usage of your product and the

use of images

Using your product to scan, print or otherwise reproduce certain documents, and the use of such images as scanned, printed or otherwise reproduced by your product, may be prohibited by law and may result in criminal and/or civil liability. A non-exhaustive list of these documents is set forth below.This list is intended to be a guide only.If you are uncertain about the legality of using your product to scan, print or otherwise reproduce any particular document, and/or of the use of the images scanned, printed or otherwise reproduced, you should consult in advance with your legal advisor for guidance.

•Paper money • Traveler’s checks

•Money orders • Food stamps

•Certificates of deposit • Passports

•Postage stamps (canceled or uncanceled) • Immigration papers

• Identifying badges or insignias • Internal revenue stamps (canceled or uncanceled)

•Selective service or draft papers • Bonds or other certificates of indebtedness

•Checks or drafts issued by governmental • Stock certificates

agencies • Copyrighted works/works of art without

•Motor vehicle licenses and certificates of title permission of copyright owner

 Users in the USA

FCC Notice

MultiPASS F20: H12260 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept an interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

NOTE

•This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in this guide. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.

Canon U.S.A. Inc.

One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.

TEL No. (516) 328-5600

 Users in Canada

IMPORTANT

•This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

CANON CANADA INC.

1-800-OK-CANON

24 HOURS A DAY, SEVEN DAYS A WEEK

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Introduction

Chapter

 What your machine can do

Thank you for purchasing the Canon MultiPASS F20. Your machine incorporates the following functions in one simple-to-operate device:

Printer • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Print crisp, clear color or black & white documents from your

computer.

Copier• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Make color or black & white copies from your machine. Also, apply

advanced copy features to your copies.

Scanner • • • • • • • • • • • • • Scan high-resolution images to your computer and process them

easily using the software provided.

Photo printer • • • • • • • • • Print photo-quality images from a memory card inserted directly

into your machine.

You may choose to use your machine as a stand-alone device for copying and photo printing. Alternatively, connect your machine to a computer and you will have a fully integrated printer/copier/scanner/photo printer. The MultiPASS Suite software provided with your machine will allow you to perform a variety of tasks from your computer effortlessly and efficiently.

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 Main components of the machine

q Document cover i Tray extension w Multi-purpose tray o Operation panel e Tray extension !0 Platen glass r [Eject] button !1 Inner cover t Card slot !2 Printhead holder y Indicator light !3 Paper thickness lever u Paper output tray

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Introduction

Operation panel of the machine

q [ON/OFF] key

Turns the machine on and off (keep pressed for a brief interval). Before turning on the machine, make sure the document cover is closed.

w [Copy] key

Switches the machine to copy mode.

e [Scan] key

Scans a document to your computer according to the action selected.

r [Photo Print] key

Switches the machine to photo card print mode.

t [Menu] ∞ key

Accesses the settings to customize operation of your machine.

y [2 (-)] and [3 (+)] keys

Scroll through selections, and increase or decrease the number of copies or the photograph file number.

u LCD

Displays messages and selections, and prompts during operation.

i [Set] key

Selects or confirms settings.

o [Resume] key

Resumes an operation after an error is corrected.

!0 Alarm light

Blinks when an error occurs or when the machine needs attention.

!1 [Stop/Reset] key

Cancels operations and returns the machine to standby mode.

!2 [Color/B&W] key

Sets the machine for color or black & white copying.

!3 B&W light

Lights when black & white copying is selected.

!4 Color light

Lights when color copying is selected.

!5 [Start] key

Starts operations.

q !0oy !1w e r u

t i !5!2 !3!4

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NOTE

•The power cannot be turned off when the machine is operating.

•Your machine performs printhead cleaning every time you plug in the machine. This ensures optimum print quality but also consumes a small amount of ink during the cleaning process. For this reason, it is recommended that you only turn the machine off with [ON/OFF] when instructed to do so in this guide.

Document handling

Chapter 2 Document handling 2-1

Document handling

Chapter

 Document requirements

The documents you load on the platen glass for copying or scanning must meet these requirements:

 Loading documents

NOTE

•Make sure any glue, ink, or correction fluid on the document is completely dry before loading.

1 Lift the document cover. 2 Place your document face down on the

platen glass. Align the upper left corner of your document with the alignment mark on the upper left corner of the platen glass.

3 Gently lower the document cover.

Document type

Size (W × L)

Quantity

Thickness

• All types of documents

• Photographs

• Book

Max. 8

! / 2

× 11

# / 4

in. (216 × 297 mm)

• 1 sheet

• 10 photographs for multi-scan

Max.

# / 4

in. (20 mm)

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Print media handling

Chapter

 Recommended print media and requirements

The following print media is recommended for use with your machine.Please be sure to follow the guidelines and meet the requirements when loading print media in the multi-purpose tray.

 Plain Paper

Size: Letter (8

! / 2

× 11 in./215.9 × 279.4 mm)

Legal (8

! / 2

× 14 in./215.9 × 355.6 mm)

A4 (8

! / 4

× 11

# / 4

in./210 × 297 mm)

Weight: 17–28 lb.(64–105 g/m2) Quantity: Approx. 100 sheets (20 lb. or 75 g/m2) or maximum stack height of

# / 8

in. (10 mm)

Paper thickness lever position: Left Use for: Printing from your computer/copying/photo printing

•The machine supports the above paper sizes in portrait orientation.

•You can use regular copier paper, cotton bond paper, or typical letterhead.

•Your machine does not require special ink jet paper.

•Legal-size paper can only be used when printing from your computer.

 Envelopes

Size: U.S. Commercial No. 10 (9

! / 2

× 4

! / 8

in./241 × 105 mm)

European DL (8

% / 8

× 4

# / 8

in./220 × 110 mm)

Quantity: 10 envelopes Paper thickness lever position: Right Use for: Printing from your computer

•You may be able to load other envelope sizes, but Canon cannot guarantee consistent performance on these.

•Do not use the following types of envelopes since they may cause problems: –Envelopes with windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, double flaps, pressure seals,and

peel-off sealing strips. –Envelopes with letters enclosed. –Sealed envelopes.

•Remove the envelopes from the paper output tray before the count reaches 10.

•For details on loading envelopes,see p. 3-8.

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 Bubble Jet Paper LC-301

Developed for high quality printing with minimal or no smearing when in contact with water or damp surfaces. This specially coated paper produces bright and vivid colors and stands up to normal office highlighters.

Size: Letter,A4 Quantity: Approx. 100 sheets (20 lb. or 75 g/m2) or maximum stack height of

# / 8

in. (10 mm)

Paper thickness lever position: Left Use for: Printing from your computer/copying/photo printing

 High Resolution Paper HR-101N

Designed to produce near-photographic quality print output with sharp and vivid graphics.

Size: Letter,A4 Quantity: Approx. 80 sheets or maximum stack height of

# / 8

in. (10 mm)

Paper thickness lever position: Left Use for: Printing from your computer/copying

•Load the paper with the whiter side facing up.

•Remove the sheets from the paper output tray before the count reaches 50. If the paper curls, remove each sheet as it is delivered in the paper output tray.

 Glossy Photo Paper GP-301/GP-301N

A high gloss, thick paper that produces the look and feel of a photograph.

Size: Letter,A4 Quantity: 10 sheets Paper thickness lever position: Left Drying time: 2 minutes Use for: Printing from your computer/copying

•Remove the sheets from the paper output tray before the count reaches 10.

•Load the paper with the whiter side facing up.

•Do not use the loading support sheet included with this print media.

 Glossy Photo Cards FM-101

Made from the same stock as Glossy Photo Paper GP-301, these cards allow you to print images over the entire area of the card. Size: 4

# / 4

× 8

! / 2

in. (119 × 214 mm)

Quantity: 20 sheets Paper thickness lever position: Left Drying time:2 minutes Use for: Printing from your computer/copying

•Print the image so that it extends beyond the perforations and then trim off the unwanted white margins.

•Load the paper with the glossy side facing up.

•Do not use the loading support sheet included with this print media.

•Remove the sheets from the paper output tray before the count reaches 20.

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Print media handling

 Matte Photo Paper MP-101

A matte, thick paper that produces vivid color output and is waterproof. Ideal for many uses such as paper crafts, calendars, and photographs with a matte finish.You can also use this paper for borderless printing.

Size: Letter Quantity: 10 sheets Paper thickness lever position: Left Use for: Printing from your computer

•Load the paper with the whiter side facing up.

• In the printer driver, select “Matte Photo Paper” as the print media type.

•Remove each sheet as soon as it is printed.

 Photo Paper Plus Glossy PP-101

A thick, coated paper designed to produce a glossy finish and vivid color output.This paper is also waterproof.Suitable for printing high-quality photographs and for borderless printing.

Size: Letter,4 × 6 in. (101.6 × 152.4 mm) Quantity: 20 sheets Paper thickness lever position: Left Use for: Printing from your computer

•Load the paper with the glossy side facing up.

• In the printer driver,select “Photo Paper Plus Glossy” as the print media type.

•Remove each sheet as soon as it is printed.

 Photo Paper Pro PR-101

A thick paper with a treated surface that enhances gloss and provides superior color reproduction. It is ideal for printing high-quality photographs.

Size: Letter,A4, 4 × 6 in. (101.6 × 152.4 mm) Quantity: 1 sheet, 20 sheets (4 × 6 in./101.6 × 152.4 mm size) Paper thickness lever position: Left Drying time: 30 minutes Use for: Printing from your computer/copying/photo printing

•Load the paper with the glossier side facing up.

•For 4 × 6 in. (101.6 × 152.4 mm) size paper, remove the sheets from the paper output tray before the count reaches 20. For letter- or A4-size paper, remove each sheet as soon as it is printed.

 Photo Paper Pro PC-101S

Made from the same stock as Photo Paper Pro PR-101,these cards are intended for printing images that cover the entire surface of the card, without a white border.This paper is ideal for printing high quality photographs.

Size: 4 × 6 in. (101.6 × 152.4 mm) Quantity: 20 sheets Paper thickness lever position: Left Drying time: 30 minutes Use for: Printing from your computer

•Load the paper with the glossy side facing up.

•Remove the sheets from the paper output tray before the count reaches 20.

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 High Gloss Photo Film HG-201

A bright white finish film that lends striking visual power to charts, graphs, and photographic images. It creates a sharper and more vivid color output than is possible with coated paper.

Size: Letter,A4 Quantity: 1 sheet Paper thickness lever position: Left Drying time: 2 minutes Use for: Printing from your computer/copying

•If the film is curled, flatten it by curling it in the opposite direction.

•Load the film with the cut corner at the upper right.

 Tr ansparencies CF-102

Produce excellent contrast, sharpness, and color, creating crisp and professional overhead presentations.

Size: Letter,A4 Quantity: 30 sheets Paper thickness lever position: Left Drying time: 15 minutes Use for: Printing from your computer/copying

•Although you can print on either side of CF-102 transparencies, best results can be obtained by printing on the side toward which it curls when held by the edge.

•Remove each transparency after it is delivered being careful not to touch any surfaces. Do not allow transparencies to stack up in the paper output tray.

•When your output has dried completely,cover its printed side with a sheet of plain (not coated) paper before storing it.

•Load one sheet of plain paper as the last sheet in the stack.

 Banner Paper BP-101

Specifically designed for printing one continuous sheet in a banner format.The connected sheets are divided by perforations. Size: 8

! / 2

× 11 in. (215.9 × 279.4 mm), A4

Maximum length: 66 in.(1676 mm)

Quantity: 2 to 7 sheets (joined) Paper thickness lever position: Right Use for: Printing from your computer

•You can print from two to six continuous sheets at a time.

•When tearing the banner paper,tear off one more sheet than you actually need to print. The maximum length for one print job is six sheets, so if you will be printing on six sheets, tear off a seven-sheet length.

•Load banner paper print side up.

• Ensure the ink does not stain the table or floor.

•For details on loading banner paper, see p. 3-9.

 T-Shirt Transfers TR-201

Used to produce iron-on transfers.

Size: Letter, A4 Quantity: 1 sheet Paper thickness lever position: Right Use for: Printing from your computer/copying

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•Load the paper with the side that does not have green lines facing up.

•Use mirror printing to print or copy the image onto the T-shirt transfer.

•If the T-shirt transfer is curled, flatten it by curling it in the opposite direction.

General print media guidelines

• Paper types you cannot use Do not use the following: –Creased print media –Curled print media –Wrinkled print media –Moist print media –Print media that is too thin (It should be at least 17 lb. or 64 g/m2.) –Print media that is too thick (It should not be more than 28 lb. or 105 g/m2,except for

Canon print media.) –Print media with holes (e.g. punched holes) –Postcards with photographs or stickers adhered to them

•Hold the print media as closely as possible to its edges and try not to touch the printing surface. Printing quality will deteriorate if the printing surface is damaged or becomes dirty.

•Do not touch the printing surface until the ink has dried.

•Some print media may curl and the printing surface may smudge if you have used a large amount of ink for printing. If this occurs, move the paper thickness lever to the right. Paper that tends to curl is not recommended for printing photographs or graphics.Use for printing mainly text.

•Do not use print media that is in bad condition ( above). If the print media is curled, uncurl it before printing.

•Place the print media you have not used back into its packet and store out of direct sunlight in a place where temperature and humidity is low.

•Photo Paper Pro guidelines –Do not touch the printed surface until the ink is fixed (approx. 30 minutes). Colors in dark

images may appear indistinct at first, but will become clearer after about 30 minutes.

– Images may smudge if you place them in an album before the ink is completely dry. It is

recommended that you allow the ink to dry for 24 hours.

–Do not attempt to dry the ink with a hairdryer or by exposing printed sheets to direct

sunlight.

–Do not store or display printouts in hot, damp, or humid conditions. Never expose them to

heat or direct sunlight.

–Store printouts in photo albums, photo frames, or presentation binders to protect them

from direct exposure to air or sunlight.

–Do not mount printouts in an adhesive-type album as you may not be able to remove

them.

–Be aware that some types of clear plastic folders and albums may cause the edges of the

paper to turn yellow.

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 Setting the paper thickness lever

The paper thickness lever adjusts the gap between the printhead and the print media to suit the print media’s thickness. Before printing,be sure to set the paper thickness lever.

Follow this procedure to set the paper thickness lever:

Open the inner cover.

•The printhead holder moves to the left.

2 Move the paper thickness lever to the

appropriate setting.

•For details on which position to set for the print media you are using, see p. 3-1 to p. 3-5.

3 Close the inner cover.

4 The LCD displays the following message:

Press [3].

INK TANK CHANGED?

 YES NO 

BCI-24

Color

BCI-24

Black

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 Setting the print media size and type

For copying,you need to set the size and type of print media loaded in the multi-purpose tray.

NOTE

•For documents printed from your computer,you can specify the print media size and type on your

computer ( Software Guide).

•For photo printing, specify the print media size as described in Chapter 8.

Follow this procedure to set the print media size and type:

1 Press [Copy]. 2

Press [Menu] twice.

Ex:

Press [Set].

Ex:

4 Use [2] or [3] to select the print media size.

•Select: –<LTR> for letter-size print media. – <4” × 6”> for card-size print media. – <A4> for A4-size print media.

5 Press [Set].

Ex:

6 Use [2] or [3] to select the print media type.

•Select: – <PLAIN> for plain paper. – <GLOSSY> for glossy photo paper. – <H.RES.> for high resolution paper. – <TRANS.> for transparencies. – <PHOTO> for Photo Paper Pro.

7 Press [Set].

• In copy mode, the LCD will display the print media size and type.

SIZE : LTR

TYPE : <PLAIN >

SIZE : < LTR > TYPE : PLAIN

2.PAPER SELECT

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 Loading print media

Loading paper

Follow this procedure to load paper in the multi-purpose tray:

1 Open the multi-purpose tray q, then the

tray extension w.

2 Place a stack of paper (print side up)

in the multi-purpose tray q and adjust the paper guide A to the width of the stack w.

•Make sure the stack does not exceed the paper limit mark B.

Loading envelopes

Follow this procedure to load envelopes in the multi-purpose tray:

1 Make sure the paper thickness lever is

set to the right.

•For details, see p. 3-6.

2 Open the multi-purpose tray, then the

tray extension.

3 Prepare the envelopes for loading:

Press down firmly on the edges of the envelopes to make the folds crisp. Also, press firmly on the area that corresponds to the edges of the back flap.

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Remove any curling by holding the edges diagonally and bending them gently.

If the edges of the envelope are inflated or are curling up, place the envelope on a desk and with a pen press down on it moving from the center toward the edges of the envelope.

• Ensure that no curl or puff exceeds

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inch (3 mm).

4 Place the stack of envelopes (print side up)

in the multi-purpose tray q and adjust the paper guide A to the width of the stack w.

•Feed the left side of the envelope (return address portion) into the multi-purpose tray first.

•Make sure the stack does not exceed the paper limit mark B.

Cross-sections of the envelope edge

Incorrect Correct

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Loading banner paper

NOTE

•Always leave an extra sheet at the end of the banner—just in case the type runs over.

•Printing on banner paper may require considerable amounts of ink so use new ink tanks if necessary.

•For best print results on banner paper, use light design patterns.

Follow this procedure to load banner paper in the multi-purpose tray:

1 Make sure the paper thickness lever is

set to the right.

•For details, see p. 3-6.

2 Lower the tray extension on the multi-

purpose tray.

Cut the banner paper to the required length and place it behind the machine on a flat surface.Then insert the first sheet in the multi-purpose tray q and adjust the paper guide A to the width of the sheet leaving an

! / 8

inch (1 mm) gap

between the paper guide and edge of the sheet w.

•Make sure the sheets behind the machine are aligned with the first sheet.

4 Set your computer to print on banner

paper.

•Allow the paper to flow over the edge of the table as it exits the machine.

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The MultiPASS Suite software—Basic operation

The MultiPASS Suite software

Basic operation

Chapter

 Installing the software

If you have not already installed the software as explained in the Setup Sheet, please do so now.For instructions, see the Setup Sheet or the Software Guide.

 System requirements

To successfully install and operate the MultiPASS Suite, your system must meet the following requirements:

• CD-ROM drive, or access to one over a network connection

• 256-color SVGA monitor or greater

•Microsoft Internet Explorer version 4.01 or later

•Client for Microsoft Networks (Windows 98/Me only)

• 60 MB of available hard disk space (150 MB recommended)

• USB cable 16

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ft. (5 m) or shorter

 Microsoft Windows 98

• IBM or compatible computer with a Pentium® 90 processor or higher

• 32 MB of RAM (64 MB or more recommended)

 Windows Me

• IBM or compatible computer with a Pentium® 150 processor or higher

• 32 MB of RAM (64 MB or more recommended)

 Windows 2000

• IBM or compatible computer with a Pentium® 133 processor or higher

• 64 MB of RAM (128 MB or more recommended)

 Windows XP

• IBM or compatible computer with a Pentium® 233 processor (Pentium® 300 processor or higher recommended)

• 64 MB of RAM (128 MB or more recommended)

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 Software components of the MultiPASS Suite

The following components are installed when you install the MultiPASS Suite software:

 Printer driver ( Chapter 5)

Enables you to print from any Windows application that supports printing.

 Scan driver: ScanGear for MultiPASS (Windows 98/Me/2000/XP) or WIA Driver

(Windows XP) ( Chapter 7)

Enables you to scan an image to your computer.

 My MultiPASS ( p. 4-3)

Enables you to store and manage your MultiPASS documents in the My MultiPASS folder on your computer.

 MultiPASS Viewer ( p. 4-4)

Enables you to view your documents stored in My MultiPASS.

 MultiPASS Photo Enhancer ( Software Guide)

Enables you to make advanced image adjustments to an image opened in the MultiPASS Viewer.

 MultiPASS Status Monitor ( p. 4-5)

Shows the current status of the machine and any error conditions.

 MultiPASS Toolbar ( p. 7-1)

Enables you to scan an image directly to a destination, such as a desired application (e.g. your e-mail application or a graphic application).

NOTE

•If you are using Windows 2000/XP, MPService (MultiPASS Service) is automatically created and must be

running for jobs to be processed with the MultiPASS Suite and the machine. MPService starts automatically when you start your computer,even if you have not yet logged into Windows. If you log off Windows and leave the computer on, MPService continues to run in order to process any MultiPASS jobs.

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